Buffets...a special kind of place where all shame gets left out the door only to be stuffed like a Thanksgiving turkey until the body is ready to burst. With all the trash talk about them, much of the world has a special affinity for these establishments nonetheless, whether it's a grand Las Vegas buffet brunch, an extravagant all you can eat feast in Dubai or a place like the King Buffet in Pelham, a countryside low cost, high volume spot to feed the masses of the blue collar class. King Buffet opened in 2023 in a space formerly occupied by Golden Corral. It's pleasantly renovated and as clean as an establishment can be for a buffet concept. There are all the classics here and a few nice extras, like crab. The seafood at King Buffet is plentiful, but to be fair, not particularly good. The crawfish are somehow extremely tasteless, not because they are not spiced, but they just don't taste like crawfish. That's something I've never encountered before. The coconut shrimp is subpar. Mongolian beef is very loosely reminiscent of beef. With that said, all the dishes are not bad either, they are just not great. Where King Buffet shines is the service, with extremely attentive wait staff and superb cleanliness that results from that. As a whole, it does justice to this category of food and there is absolutely no reason to pass by if craving a buffet style meal. read more

My first review of this place was right when it opened. Now that it's been open for a bit, I felt like it was time to update my thoughts. The highlight of this restaurant is definitely the Mongolian Grill (you choose from a bar of raw ingredients and they cook it up for you). Pretty much all the pre-done buffet meats were pretty dry and you could tell they had been sitting under a warmer for quite some time. The side dishes were good, but nothing that "knocked it out of the park". Service was good! The restaurant itself seemed pretty clean and the ambiance was pretty on par with that buffet places. Overall, we came here for the grill, not the pre-done stuff. It was just ok - nothing amazing, but nothing bad. read more

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Awful food, worst of the worst I've ever had, save your money. Not sure the Mongolian beef was real meet or not- really everything was off. Was scared to even attempt the dessert bar. read more

We love King Buffet! My husband and father-in-law choose this place as their favorite restaurant. They have a lot of seafood on their buffet - baked and deep fried shrimp, stuffed crab, baked crab casserole, baked and deep fried fish fillet. They have a Mongolian Barbecue if you're in the mood. Service is attentive and fast. Ambience is fresh and clean, having been redone in the last 2 years. Anyone who loves Chinese, Sushi, fresh food, or Mongolian Barbecue would love King Buffet read more

We went to King Buffet and noticed it wasn't packed. It was during the week and we visited at night. We were immediately greeted and seated and our drink orders taken. The restaurant was pretty clean and very bright. It is also a nice size with plenty of tables/seating. They had a lot of staff members ready to assist. I will add that the women's restroom needed a little attention. After trying their food, although it was fairly seasoned, it was cold to lukewarm. This was for pretty much all of the food items we tried, which was interesting because in some areas of the buffet, you could see the steam coming from the pans. Maybe since it wasn't as packed so they didn't have to replenish the food as much so maybe that's why the food was cold to lukewarm?? All in all, pretty decent buffet. read more

The Yelp rating for King Buffet seems to be much lower than it should be. Expectations should definitely be adjusted for a buffet and, for a buffet, I was very impressed. We (party of four) went at Sunday lunch time, which is definitely a peak restaurant time. They kept the buffet full. Nothing is ever low for long and because it's busy, food is frequently hot since they replenished often. The hibachi grill ingredients looked fresh and appetizing. There is a good variety too. Price is reasonable, especially taking inflation into consideration. Service is just fine. They are quick to clear your plates. Overall, definitely recommend! read more

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Food was good and fresh. Staff was helpful. Hot soups xxxx. Mmmmmhhhhhshskdkdjdndjdj

Lots of options. Although, I usually just eat the sushi. I'm a little overly aware of cleanliness, especially associated with buffet-style dining. But, this place is well spaced out and has a good layout for cleanliness. The presentation makes everything look tasty. Not my first choice, but I wouldn't say no if someone else suggested it. read more

Good selection of food there would like a little more selection for the Mongolian grill items. Love the pineapple cookies and coffee cake they have. read more

It's what you would expect, which is totally fine. Sometimes quantity over quality is what you want on a Thursday afternoon.

It was a good place. The service was very nice. The food was good but I didn't like the sushi and the dumplings were so good and we had the best time. It was actually a four and a half but I couldn't put it. read more

I took my relatives there one night after new year because I been seeing some pictures in fb and telling how good it was. I was so disappointed because not much food on the buffet tables. There's a lot of of food under tge tables from the previous customers, all in all it's very disappointing! read more

I love this place. If it wasn't so far from my house I would be going there more. I always get the hot and sour soup. Always a lot of choices when I go there. The food does not all taste the same like some Asian buffets. I enjoyed the dumpling choices, and all of the seafood. I have never tried the grill because I fill up on all of the choices in the buffet. The staff has always been friendly with me and fast to take used plates. I have always found the place to be clean and well laid out. read more

This place is a great expression of how large volume and low prices is all it takes to make any product work. The food is not the very most tasting you will find in town! But for less than $12 you get to try a Very Large amount of options, from apterizers of any sort to tiramisu! My super favorite is their grill. You pick a bucnh of raw meats, fish, or seafood, and have the Grill Master cook them for you on the stop. I love the grill more than anythign else. I go there just for that! The place is big! Can host hundreds of gusts. Again, large volumes is the theme here. It feeels like you are eating in the refectory. But, I mind it not. Very well worth a try! read more

I wouldn't come here if you don't like seafood/ Asian food but if u do this place is AMAZING. Very very good for a buffet me and my husband ate about 7 plates each the only reason this place isn't 5 stars is because I was very disappointed with the desserts, other then that the actual food here is amazing. read more

This restaurant has been open for less than 6 months. The building is large with a spacious parking lot and the facility is clean. I enjoy majority of my meals. The fried crab and shrimp were not my favorite, however everything else was delicious. On plate 3, I was full. I didn't have a chance to eat the sushi but I will the next time I come back. The servers were swift with taking away plates and refilling drinks. read more

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Oh Yelp! Service with a smile from the start! Thank you! Everything looks so fresh and good! Taste good too. And, y'all cleaned up before we got here? It's so clean. I like clean! Smells like good food in atmosphere. Y'all got me hooked. It's date night and I can't eat all this food! Black pepper chicken, chicken and broccoli, sautéed mushrooms, fried dumplings, green beans, fried rice, sesame chicken, sweet sour chicken, egg rolls! I can't eat another drop. And, y'all got salad and fruit too! King's buffet! Y'all already know, I'll be back. read more

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Good ice cream and chocolate pudding. $2.59 for a soda is a great price but when they never offer a refill it is kinda pricey. Young man sitting at cashier just stared at his phone as we left. Older Asian lady on the front desk not noticing us leaving as well. Neither offered a thank you or good bye. Odd for Asian places. Usually the hospitality overflows from these kind of places. This place couldn't care less if you dined there or not. Good fried rice though. I wonder why the green beans are so popular....? read more

Huge variety! My husband and I both loved different items and there were a couple things we tried and didn't like. But the staple of the traditional oriental buffet foods were amazing. We will definitely stop back here when passing through again. read more

Fantastic selection, and delicious. Excellent serve - plenty of room to move around! Will be my go to place to stop for food in the Birmingham area... read more

The hot and sour soup was good, but everything else was cold. I wasn't sure it was even safe to eat since it was not being kept warm at all. I've never been to a buffet where the food wasn't at least a little warm. Will not be back. read more

Worst experience of my life never ever eating there guy picks his nose and continues to grabs a sushi

Very clean and quiet. Entire buffet was well stocked, and the food was fresh. Plenty of staff happily waited to provide refills. In house hibachi bar is where it's at. The guys know how to cook and season perfectly to your tastes. I made an udon soup with pork and chicken, some veggies, seasoned with teriyaki, soy, and ginger, Best value for the money in Pelham, hands-down. read more

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Food is awesome, the service is good and fast drinks, place looks good and it's nice. Sushi bar looks good and everything is good. Must go place read more

King Buffet- Pelham - Dessert - Buffets Near Me - Pelham, Alabama

This restaurant is large and spacious which is great when you are with a large party or kids. Service was quick and nice. We spilled water and they immediately moved us to a clean fry table. The food was fresh and good, replenished often. It's been pretty busy as it recently opened. The food choices are wonderful and plentiful. Lots of variety. I would love to go back but not soon. It's a once in a while type of place but I would definitely recommend. read more

Our friend loved the pudding!! So awesome! This place is one of the best! Save room for dessert We love the wings and the scraggly crab dangle! read more

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very good food great environment I especially like their sushi. Can't wait to be back. read more

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Food is very tasty and plenty of it. Drinks are being refreshed and empty plates removed. Ambiance clean, large, fast moving and friendly.

Something for everyone, especially if you like seafood. Didn't even get to the Mongolian barbecue. Great seafood buffet. Good Chinese buffet They had a crawfish boil ( pretty good, plentiful but uneven in cooking) The bbq ribs were tough Everyone who went found something they really liked Will definitely go back With so many restaurants being an absolute disappointment now, Kings was not at all. read more

food always fresh and hot! We love it every time we go. The workers are always nice. Very clean. Bar stays very clean also.

Food are so delicious! I already held my party at king buffet!!! Waiters and waitresses are so sweet! Restaurant need to cleans well! read more

It's a good and clean place.Food was fresh and staff were friendly.There's a big Mongolian grill bar.

The food was abundant with selections abound. The staff was attentive without being over bearing. The appearance of the facility was quite nice. The option for Mongolian style foods cooked to order in addition to the buffet was an intriguing option. read more

Lots of options and food all taste okay. We went there 3 times but the food selection was exactly the same. Seafood is a toss up if it'll be fresh that day or not. It would be nice if they can change it up every now and then, have some rotating dishes. read more

Great new buffet place with LOADS of great Chinese/Japanese fare. Highly recommend! They also have Mongolian grill, salad and desert bar.

Nope. No to food, yes to service, regarding ambience, it's a buffet. Xxxxxxxx cxxxxxx xxx

Look great and very nice restaurant and huge buffets. Keep neatly organizing foods. Great service !

What a pleasant surprise! We are not normally drawn to buffets but decided to give it a try for something different and I'm glad we did. So many options to choose from including Mongolian beef, pepper steak, multiple chicken choices, seafood, etc. Then there is the sushi station, salad bar, fresh fruit/jello bar and a dessert bar. A bonus is the Mongolian BBQ where you have a plethora of fresh vegetables and meats with sauces to choose from and it's cooked for you quickly. Everything was very clean, service was prompt and friendly. Great value for the money. Will definitely return. read more

Abundant buffet of typical Chinese-American favorites plus sushi and hibachi. Price was excellent for the amount of food you have access to! Sunday lunch is dinner price all day (around $16 per adult). Will return. read more

We stopped here looking for a Mongolian grill and we got way more than we expected!! It was great.... We'll definitely be visiting again