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King Buffet

4.1 (89 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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Plenty of food
Ruthie W.

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads! Dad loves buffet so we went to King Buffet to enjoy the spread. I only started taking photos half way through the meal. The Father's day special is $20.99 with 10% off for seniors (60 and above). Quite the great value! The Chocolate fondue fountain was something they didn't have before. We definitely ate our fair share!

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Amanda N.

Went back a few times now! Good food and affordable price. Really spacious place and quick with refilling drinks / paying the check. One of the better buffets in San Antonio.

Buffet area hibachi line
Alex N.

We stopped by here during a San Antonio trip after looking for some high rated Chinese buffets in the area. The food was actually very good for what I usually call a "generic Chinese buffet". I would've probably given 5 stars if it wasn't for one thing that turned me off: they have signs at every table offering discounts for good reviews. I don't want to be bribed for my review, and it probably led to some inflation in their high google score too. That being said, the service was fine, and the interior was spacious and fancy for a Chinese buffet. They had a hibachi station as well which always earns bonus points from me. They also had a dim sum line in the back, but it was almost all empty and didn't get refilled while we were there. The fare is what you would expect for a Chinese buffet, all the classics like lo mein and general tso's chicken that every place has. While it wasn't mind-blowing quality, it was above the bar for all you can eat, beating out most Chinese buffets I've tried.

Gloria S.

Excellent choices, fresh food, dim sum was a nice treat. Clean, spacious, everything you would expect. Soft ice cream and plenty of desserts Sushi, traditional Chinese dishes and the fresh noodle stir fry with your own ingredients Best part is the price for a lunch, early dinner starts 2pm and as a senior citizen it's only $9.50. Hugh sign, big free parking lot, easy to find. Def will return.

Michael And Jasmine T.

We stumbled upon this Chinese buffet and we were surprised by how nice it was! Food was great. A little pricey but you can get a free buffet on your birthday!

19 year old wouldn't even eat anything on his plate .

The food is old overpriced and my 19 year old refuses to eat it. We decided to come to their favorite place but the usual food tastes old I'm starting to think they take food off the leftover plates and re-serve it to the customers. I wouldn't be surprised if it gives you food poisoning.

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Melody C.

A surprisingly good experience. I am often a bit skeptical of buffets but this one was amazing. The food variety is spectacular. They had a large selection of fried items, standard Chinese foods, dumplings, dim sum, fresh sushi, sweets, and even a ramen bar. Everything was very flavorful and fresh. I noticed the food trays were being consistently rotated and refilled with fresh food. The sushi was surprisingly good quality and very fresh for being in a buffet. The sushi selection was refilled multiple times. If an option you wanted is empty, just wait a few minutes and the quick sushi chefs would have it refilled. The crawfish was especially good! The sauce they were in was so flavorful and delicious. On our Labor Day visit, we had the pleasant surprise of all you can eat crab legs! For the amount of different dishes and seafood, for $18.99, this place is an incredible deal. King Buffet is very modern and luxe in design. Everything is very clean and organized. None of the food in one tray was contaminating or spilling over into the trays next to them. I appreciate that throughout the buffet line, they provided extra utensils, plastic gloves, sauces, and small cups for the sauces. It made the experience feel much more organized and definitely cleaner. Our waitress was very kind and quick. Refills were frequent and our plates were cleared as soon as we were finished with them. I definitely recommend King Buffet!

Seafood salad , cocktail shrimp, tempura chicken
Lisa K.

Decided to try Kings Buffet since it's closer to us. From outside I really did not expect what it looked like inside. The interior is beautiful, bright, very chic.. honestly one of the prettiest restaurants I've ever seen. Not just that but clean. There were workers walking around constantly cleaning, wiping near the Buffett areas, sweeping... very well kept. Great variety of food. Sushi, dim sum, salad bar, soups, fried food, cocktail shrimp, hibachi, even an ice cream machine. Lunch is 13.99$ for adults during lunch. Excellent price. I am more of a seafood person so I did miss the hot Cajun peel and eat shrimp I normally get at the other Buffett we go too... but I didn't have lack of choices. We will definitely be returning!

Jom L.

Probably my fave buffet so far. Super cheap, lots of food selection and really great that they have huge selection of asian dishes. They could probably make the crab leg station have more heat. I probably just don't like that servers are often quick to take out plates, and felt like they were rushing me a bit. But still, love this place overall. Ambiance is good, the decor is updated. Feels like it's new or perhaps renovated.

Fried fish (fried hard) and cold. Pot stickers and crab dalady
Leon W.

You need to keep the foods on the buffet hotter. As soon as you fill your plate, get to your table, the food is cold. This was the worst buffet meal I've ever eaten. I will not be returning. RECOMMEDATION: Go if you want to!

Entrance
Neli R.

Amazing beautiful buffet place! It was big, clean and many food options. The price was right! I will definitely return. I am usually not a buffet person but I was recommended to this place. It did not disappoint. The place was beautiful and the sections was very good. I was on a diet so I stuck with veggies and sushi. The selection was very nice they even have a hibachi bar! I also had some dumpling soup and wongtons because how could I pass it up. I didn't even look at the desert options since I am on a diet. I will definitely be back!

Mongolian bbq
Jason Z.

I've been seeing lots of ads for this place so we decided to try it out. The ambiance was very cool. The food was fresh but for a buffet of this size it didn't seem like a lot of options.. The servers came around regularly to clear the plates and fill up the drinks. Overall it was good.

Mario D.

I'll start by saying the restaurant did refund one buffet (not including taxes or the drink). My wife and I ate here and overall, the food was okay, but on my last plate I noticed something that looked like a worm in my beef and broccoli. After taking a closer look, it appeared to be some type of insect, possibly a larva. I brought it to the staff's attention and the manager addressed it, but it was still an unpleasant experience. Situations like that make it difficult to feel comfortable eating there again, so I don't think I'll be returning.

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9 months ago

Great price for lunch especially if senior citizens clean good food Iwe went during weekday lunch not super crowded plenty of fresh food

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Food was fresh and great customer service. The music made for a relaxing environment. Restaurant was staffed and clean.

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7 months ago

The food was amazing but I didn't get a single refill even when I asked I didn't get one. I would come again.

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1 year ago

My friend and I visited your place Sunday. Best Asian food in San Antonio. Will definitely come back.

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Food was good and service was quick like tbh don't really have any complaints also ambiance was good

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10 months ago

Food was steaming hot service was quick and easy bathrooms were extremely clean as well as the food being really good.

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10 months ago

They have a good selection of food. It is all delicious. The remodel makes the place look real nice.

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1 year ago

Highly recommend , different variety of food . Very clean . Service is excellent. Food is good

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1 year ago

The food was great!!! Wonderful choices and super clean establishment. People were super nice.

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The food is outstanding . Never have to wait to get seated. Great atmosphere and servers are always there

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The food is amazing. The place is very beautiful well remodeled. Very clean every one is very nice the service is excellent.

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Good food, lots of varieties. Good customer service. Good seating. Nice location. Safe environment.

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Great variety of foods. All areas were clean and being maintained the entire time we were there. Great service as well.

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3.3(249 reviews)
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Ok this place is great. So says my wife I'm just ok with it (to be honest in not a fan of this type…read moreof fast Chinese food) but my wife loves it here. This is ger go to spot. The staff is always friendly and quick. If your a fan of these buffets then this place wont disappoint . We went on a couple times during the middle of the day on a week day and thr menu was the same. I dont k ow if they change anything for the weekends. So thats why only 4 stars

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