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    Lin's Grand Buffet

    3.0 (453 reviews)
    ModerateBuffets, Chinese, Seafood
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Receipt for 4 adults, in which 3 were seniors, refused senior discount, forced to pay full price

    Unfortunately, my experience at this buffet was extremely disappointing, particularly when it came to customer service and the way my party and I were treated. My party and I are seniors, and when we asked about the senior discount, we were told that the staff could not refund the difference or apply the discount to our purchase. What was especially frustrating was that the staff could clearly see that we qualified as seniors, even though we had not initially identified ourselves as such. I understand that businesses have policies regarding discounts, but the way this situation was handled felt very unprofessional and lacked basic consideration for the customer. The manager on duty at approximately 1:00 PM was also the same manager we encountered approximately five or six weeks ago during a previous visit. During that visit, we felt uncomfortable because of what appeared to be excessive staring and attention directed toward us. On this occasion, we experienced similar behavior, which made us feel unwelcome and uncomfortable. At one point, while we were eating, the manager walked past our table with a broom and began sweeping nearby, creating dust in the dining area while customers were eating. I found this to be inappropriate and unsanitary, particularly while people were actively dining. The service from our waitress was also disappointing. Dirty plates were left on our table for an extended period, even after we had finished eating and returned to the buffet. Although she was attending to several other tables, we felt that our table was being overlooked. Most concerning, however, was our perception that there was a noticeable difference in how Black and white customers were being treated. I cannot speak to the intentions of the staff, but based on what we personally experienced and observed, we felt that we were treated differently. That left us feeling uncomfortable, disrespected, and unwelcome. A restaurant should make every customer feel respected, valued, and comfortable regardless of age or race. Unfortunately, that was not our experience. Based on the overall customer service, management, cleanliness, and treatment we received, I would rate this establishment -0 stars if that were an option. My family will seek another establishment to din at on Sunday's after church services as it is not an option to din here anymore I sincerely hope management takes this feedback seriously and investigates these concerns. Customers deserve to be treated with professionalism, dignity, and fairness every time they visit.

    My favorites. Nov, 2025.
    Laura S.

    Nov, 2025. My husband really likes the variety of foods on buffets so, when we passed by Lin's Grand Buffet during a recent trip to Phoenix, I knew that we would be going there for lunch. (Looking on-line, Lin's Grand Buffet appears have multiple restaurants in the Phoenix area; we visited the location on E Baseline Rd). This is a gigantic buffet, both in terms of the quantity and variety of food. In addition to rows and rows of entrees, noodles/rice, soups, salads, desserts, etc., there's also a Mongolian BBQ station and a counter with sushi. There was even a tray with enchiladas! My husband and I agreed that Lin's had some of the best tasting Chinese buffet food that we've ever had. Plus, given the large number of patrons, the food was hot and trays were replenished regularly. I particularly liked the pork dumplings (with a hint of fresh ginger), pepper shrimp, and breaded and fried zucchini (just like mom used to make!). My husband's favorites were beef and broccoli, cream cheese rangoons, and apple pie topped with vanilla ice cream. Unfortunately, the Mongolian BBQ was a fail for me. I filled my plate with a great variety of vegetables (bean sprouts, zucchini, cabbage, peppers, onions, garlic, etc.), noodles, and some chicken and beef, and then turned it over to the chef at the grill. When I picked it up a few minutes later, my fresh stir-fry was close to black in color because the chef had added a huge amount of soya sauce during the grilling process. I've been to other Mongolian BBQ restaurants that allow you to add your own sauces to your bowl before giving it to the grill chef; that would've been preferable in this case. I don't believe in wasting food -- but the only way that I was able to eat this was by adding more noodles to lessen the per-bite overbearing salty taste. Service was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, even refilling our ice waters before we asked, and efficiently taking away used plates. The restaurant was tastefully decorated and clean. The parking was free and plentiful. The value of the lunch buffet is excellent -- $14.99/adult before taxes and tip. Seniors aged 62 and above also get a 10% discount.

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    Victor M.

    Went to lunch at Lin's Grand Buffet South Mountain, a buffet chain with over 15 locations across Arizona, Texas, and California. It is known for its wide variety of food options, including a sushi bar, a Mongolian grill, and classic Chinese dishes. I really go to Chinese buffets for the seafood, and Lin's has a very nice selection and a great sushi station. I found everything to be super fresh and appealing. They also have a shrimp boil available, which I really enjoy, as well as many of the classic Chinese dishes most people look for. We usually go to the Metro Center location and the Baseline location is also very good.Lunch price is $14.99 with 10% off for seniors. Dinner is $17.99. Carryout is $8.29 per pound.

    Although it looks like a cake, I don't really know what it is. Next is some shrimp or prawns & I don't know what the other two are
    Georgia B.

    It was really amazing. Beautifully decorated very helpful where the staff. The salmon was out of this world. I also had some of the bake seafood casserole. That was very delicious. I had some of the mushrooms and the fried shrimp that was very good. one of the ladies got some kind of chicken or something and she said it was really spicy but she ate it. She said it tasted so good. We really enjoyed ourselves. The ice cream machine was broke. All you could get was chocolate that it was delicious. I also got a cream puff. I don't know if anyone else in the group got dessert.

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    Shiloh M.

    Food was good like usual today, but the service was sorely lacking. Half way through my meal before I got my soda and never got a refill. Hoping this was a one off, not a new standard!

    Me, I do not have a photo of this restaurant in my phone.
    Latacha W.

    The food is great, service is quick, and ambiance is nice. I have only done takeout! Please search this restaurant and if ever near by know dining in or taking out, I personally like the food.

    So cool at night!

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    Good food but very pricey and is always packed to the brim full of people expect to wait if you come here especially during dinner rush

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    Great buffet & reasonably priced. Definitely a GRAND BUFFET!! Loved it!! Can't wait to visit again!!!

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    A fairly priced buffet with a high quality experience. That is all nothing more to say

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    Great place especially for the family !!!! Clean and Calm environment and Beautiful inside.

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    I really enjoyed the food here. They have a great selection and everything I tried was good.

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    There were food still on the plates when I ate there. The egg drop souped tasted like hot water.

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    Good luck getting seated. 2nd time ive left after standing in line to pay until my feet hurt. Not worth the aggravation!

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    There was great food and the soup dumplings my family of 6 people they liked and we are usually picky eaters

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    Ask the Community - Lin's Grand Buffet

    What are your current prices for dinner?

    About $16-17. Weekday lunch is the best deal at $13 and change! Read my review. Call them for exact prices!

    Is it still buffet?

    Yes it is still a buffet! From providing hand-sanitizing stations to supplying you with disposable plates and flatware, we’ve taken every possible precaution to welcome you back to our buffet safely.

    Do they have early bird pricing?

    No.

    Do they always have steak as an option to eat?

    Yes at the dinner time, everyday

    What is the price for a single adult?

    I believe we pay $14-15 a person on the weekend. Lunch on weekdays is cheaper. $2.50 more for a drink.

    Whats the price to eat here? Are drinks included?

    Drinks are not included, couple dollars extra with free refills. The price goes up on weekends & evenings. I believe we pay $14 a person usually, and totally worth it for the selection. There is a lower kids price too as I recall.

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