Third time visiting this small but incredibly amazing buffet. Perfect timing for my dirve as it was time to eat dinner. Can't believe I forgot to give them their 5 stars before. Incredible food. They could not present their buffet food in full-sized trays but the half trays were always fresh and refilled. My favorites were available especially the coconut shrimp. The hot and fresh baked spinach was amazing. The smallness of the place made the ambiance cozy and quiet enough to enjoy great food. Bathroom was clean as always. Owner and staff were hospitable as always. Owner even remembered me for my visits. Will always pass this place from the highway whenever I could..I sadly live around 3 hrs from it. Kudos and Godbless! read more

Jake's Chinese Buffet - Mixed favorites! - Buffets Near Me - Belton, Texas

Sad to see that it is officially closing and being remodeled. It will be hard to replace. Not sure what new owner(s) or management have planned but I will miss JAKES as we have known it for MANY YEARS. Belton has lost a valuable epicurean asset! read more

The food is excellent. Service was very professional and friendly. And the restaurant was very clean.

One of the bad Chinese buffet I have been to. There is a bad odor when u go inside the building and doesn't look clean. The food was either over cooked or undercooked, this is the first time I only had one plate and didn't finish it and couldn't push myself to try more read more

good as no other choices most americanized chinese buffet place. if your fried rice this will work read more

The food was very good! I'll definitely be back and the price is exceptional! My office friends and I eat here regularly. It's the best in town and we certainly don't leave hungry. It's my son's favorite restaurant of all times. Thank you for being in our community and cooking some most delicious food. read more

Been going here for years lately food has been a little less than OK. Had the chicken low mein and ordered to go. Got home not sure what the meat was but not chicken looked like ham or something also order fried rice which was not that good as well not sure if it was just thrown together or because it was close to closing time. Anyway not sure what's going on usually food is good not this time read more

Hoping for a hole in the wall gem, we were quite disappointed. The food was all old and questionable. On the outside they have a picture showing different entree's, but inside it's a buffet. For my husband and I to get a plate and drink for each of us was $35. Sadly we won't be back. read more

It has been about 5 years since I've been back to this place. Even though I saw the recent negative review, I was still willing to come it here. But after this experience I don't know if I should come back. I decided to dine in. I had ordered the chicken fried rice. I politely ask if I could have it without salt. The waiter looked at me funny and told me she would have to ask the manager. Surpassingly the manager was right behind me. As soon as the manager heard my request, he threw a big temper tantrum and was speaking in Chinese talking about me. I was sitting there in shock like wow! I may now speak Chinese but I understood his demeanor. All because i ask my food to be cooked without salt? I definitely will not be back probably for another 3 to four years. This seems like it has really gone down hill. The waiter was looking and staring at me funny as well like I wasn't going to pay after I finished eating. She couldn't understand a word I was saying to her. read more

I love Asian food, my introduction family restaurants in Chicago ,specifically argyle and Broadway. I would ask for dishes they made at home and was so delighted by the complexity of flavors,crispness of veggies and umami of sauces/meat. Sadly,none of those things were present. The portions were good. Chicken and cashews,with soggy cashews. Szechwan beef with limp veggies and no spiciness. Bean curd and veggies,bean curd was good,veggies exhausted-comatose. No taste,no crisp in the egg rolls. If this is what you're serving at your tables,just order from KFC. This is not working. Back to the drawing board. read more

We have been coming to Jake's for years. Always friendly service and decent buffet style Chinese food...until the last few times. The food has been lukewarm to cold. Unfortunate, because we really like the place. Hope they correct the issue quickly. read more

I went here for the first time tonight and I'm really hoping that this is just a COVID thing. The food is barely warm (I hope I don't get sick) and I guarantee wouldn't pass a public health inspection. I was always told this place was good but it was barely edible. My entire family left with a bad taste in their mouth literally. We tried at least one of everything and I couldn't find any thing that was good. However, my husband says the only thing that is good is their store bought ice cream. Even the service was not good. *note to public health* if you have been passing this place you are failing the community. read more

I have really tried to give them 2nd, 3rd 4th chance. They used to be so excellent, I don't know what's change. Quality is way down, cost way up. It's a shame they were our go to for Chinese. read more

Zero stars!! The worst Chinese we've ever had in our lives. Luckily we got a refund from Grubhub bc this was horrible. Jake needs to stop cookin lol read more

Great Customer Service / Terrible Food I came here with my family recently and got sick. The food isn't fresh and looks stale. A lot of left over food is used in the stuffed & cheese covered dishes. The amount of batter used here is insane and absolutely tanks the dish. I definitely will not be coming back to this place. The staff is wonderful but the food is the worst Chinese cuisine that I've eaten in my life. read more

This is not Chinese food. The staff was wonderful but the food is gross. I do not recommend eating here.

Great little hidden gem in the heart of Belton. The food is served buffet style and they constantly refresh it when low amounts with great tasting freshly cooked foods. Wide choice of foods, good sized seafood selection. Love the coconut shrimp and tempura chicken. Great sweet tea. Highly recommend this place read more

Bubba Gump would be proud! Shrimp served a dozen different ways. The buffet had variety; but, nothing special. The temps for the food trays went from tepid to warm - nothing we had was "hot". Place appeared clean. Did not use the bathroom while there. Not sure if I would go back read more

Took my son and his friends here. I always wanted to know what it was like. Because it is the BEST Chinese buffet in town, I guess. This place is clean. It looks better on the inside than you might think. The buffet is good. Lots of different things. Honey chicken, orange chicken. Pork ribs. Green beans. Rice and lo mien noodles. 2 types of egg rolls. Everything was fresh as we got there at 6:00. The waitress was attentive and polite. The music was Chinese and also pleasant. The feeling was ok. But it's Belton. Prolly won't go back but now I can say I been there. Know I know why it's the BEST. The other Chinese restaurant is by Walmart but it's tiny by comparison. Just sayin. Hard to find a great Chinese restaurant. read more

The staff was very nice and friendly but the quality and variety of food was very poor. Paying $10.95 for the 2 items I actually enjoyed was not worth the visit. The bbq ribs, chicken wings and baked custard were delicious but only found on my second trip to find good food. The general Taos chicken was soggy and the chow mien tasted like spaghetti noodles in a vegetable broth, not much flavor at all. The egg drop soup was pale white and did not have flavor either. read more

Jake's Chinese Buffet - Buffets Near Me - Belton, Texas

Place is good, the owner fist bumps people, super friendly . Dude works really hard and survived through Covid. Not easy to do for a buffet restaurant I think. Great place to work and eat read more

OK my peeps, here is the "in the know" skinny on this BUFFET. First, to get it out of the way, yes the buffet section is small, however, it is packed with flavor This location has been voted "one of BELL Counties" best. If you are Like me and fancy more authentic cuisine vs the americanized version of our Asian persuaded delights, this place rocks a killer menu. All of the food is great, yet there is something greater yet about this local. Its small, so the buffet is constantly refreshed but moreover is the customer service by this family owned eatery. To me, that is the intangible that can't be replaced, did I mention very reasonably priced. I've been eating here for years, and I would stack it against any "super buffet". Its a treat to see this place thrive. If your in the area, meander on through and I promise you won't be disappointed! Cheers :) read more

Jake's Chinese Buffet - Buffets Near Me - Belton, Texas

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If I could give 0 stars I would. This was the worst Chinese buffet I have ever eaten. The food was so cold I'm not even sure this would pass a health inspection. read more

It was my first and last visit. We ordered to go. Food was bland and fried rice tasted like butter. It just wasn't good. I think the only good thing was white rice. But the soy sauce packets tasted like nothing. Had to go to store and buy some soy sauce since we were traveling on road. read more

Jake's Chinese Buffet - Buffets Near Me - Belton, Texas

Ate here two days ago for lunch! The food was pretty good! Even though there were only three rows they had everything I could've wanted and more! I was specifically surprised by how good the custard tarts were! The staff was very attentive and nice! The lunch price was cheap and the dining room was pretty! read more

Absolutely disgusting. Don't waste your money and health. We ordered $80 in food, and every item we ordered was extremely disappointing. Thankfully we didn't get sick... yet. read more

It's good. But not worth the price AT ALL. Family of 4? Is easily $80 if you're drinking water. Soda? It's going even higher. It's like they thought they were a hibachi grill, and not a buffet for their insane price. I would eat here more often but just can't justify it. read more

Brought our family from out of town was fresh and best around the area for buffet. Can feel the love in the food.

The food is way too greasy. The building is so cold that by the time you get back to your table your food is cold. Also wish there was more veggie options. Haven't been to Jake's in a year and half and I don't know if I'll be back. They do have gloves for you to wear while fixing your plates. For the price I really wish there was more food. $24 for 2 both water. Very high for the amount of food offered. read more

Not sure why I held high hopes for this place, but it was beyond disgusting (the food). Service was fine. A reminder why I dislike buffets in general The chicken was all heavily breaded and gross read more

Awesome food and service Great hours Love the seafood Worth the 45 minute drive Open holidays read more

Too cramped food doesn't seem fresh. Small selection. Service leaves something to be desired.

Best buffet I've ever gone to. Unlike most the meat is tender and grissel free and you'll find everything fresh and delicious. Not a fancy place but if you go, you will go back. read more

Food was good a little bit cold general tso chicken was a little bit saucy, rice was great ,beef broccoli was great ,egg rolls were great. Overall was delicious Egg drop soup needed a little extra salt But for the Price was definitely worth going again read more

I can't vouch for everything, although it all looked good. The place is small and cozy. My husband got sick while in Waco and they transferred him to the hospital in Temple. He wasn't eating anything because nothing tastes good at the hospital on a liquid diet. His guilty pleasure is Chinese food so I looked for a place to get him wonton soup with no wanton, lol. He ate it and said it was delicious. But I also have to brag about the cashier that helped me. She was amazing, sweet and understanding. I hope he gets better soon so we can hit up that buffet. read more

I worked here and ate there for about a month I got sexually harassed by the the owner and my hours cut for no reason wouldn't recommend it working here read more

The only Chinese buffet in the Temple-Belton area worth dining at. I love the sauteed green beans, the peanut crusted chicken slivers, and the sesame chicken. I'm not a big fan of their lo-mein, but I'm picky in that regard. If I'm going to a buffet, I'm not getting noodles, anyway. Lunch specials are reasonably priced and are just the right amount of food, as is the lunch buffet- under $10 for a single diner. The restaurant is always clean, the food is always fresh (unless you have the distinct misfortune of arriving in that awkward hour after the church people have come and gobbled up everything, but before fresh product has been put out... In this regard, patience is a virtue) and the staff is always friendly and attentive. read more

I really likes me Chinese food. I must say Jake's ranks up there with some of the best I have eaten. The buffet is fresh and has some sushi, as well. Their cocconut shrimp might be the best I've ever had. Their food is full of flavor. My only knock against it is that there is not a lot of variety. It is on the smaller side of Chinese Buffets, however, the care with which they do prepare the selections they offer shows the pride they have in their dishes. I used to work in Belton and would never mind going to Jakes for lunch. I have another favorite Chinese place in Temple, but if I ever have a friend wanting some Jake's, I'd jump on the chance to eat there again. I probably should go again sometime and give them some love, because they give their food their love. read more

I had very low expectations of a Chinese place with a name like "Jake's". But we were in the mood for Asian food, so to Jake's we went. We were seated and the Chinese waitress promptly took our drink orders and brought them back to the table. The buffet had many different options to choose from: General Tao's chicken, egg drop soup, many other meat/seafood dishes (all with a variety of Asian flavors), and pastry options (the red bean buns were delicious!). Freshly cooked food was brought out many times throughout the hour or so I was there. The food tasted good. It was what I would expect for typical American Chinese food. Only reason I rated it 4 stars was because of the lack of authenticity. Delicious though; I would definitely go back! read more

We ordered orange chicken beef with broccoli sweet-and-sour chicken and General Tso's chicken. It was not great, I would not be returning, however they do give great portions. I am very aware of what great Chinese food taste like and this was not close. read more