I wasn't expecting much, let's be real. When I think of a Chinese buffet, I'm usually expecting average food with mediocre service. To my surprise, I actually had a pretty good meal here. Right when we walked in, we were greeted by such a happy and friendly host. Honestly, that already surprised me because service at these types of buffets can sometimes be pretty stand-offish. Not here. She even asked if the table she picked was suitable for us before seating us. Our server was SO sweet. She interacted with almost every table in such a friendly way. Usually at a buffet, someone clears your plates and that's about it. She was actually attentive throughout our meal. Our drinks were never empty either. The selection is smaller compared to other buffets I've been to, but they still have all your typical options like wings, orange chicken, chow mein plus plenty of other dishes. There's also a sushi and salad bar. For dessert, they have an ice cream machine with a smaller selection of sweets and fruit. Food wise, the New York steak was a nice surprise. My first portion was medium rare, juicy with a nice flavor. Unfortunately, the pieces continued cooking under the heat lamps. When I went back for more, they were super tough and dry. The honey walnut shrimp was delicious. Pretty standard, but still good. The Beef and Broccoli was easily one of my favorites. It had so much flavor with the garlic really shining through. There were some misses like the short ribs and teriyaki chicken, but that's kind of the fun of a buffet. You try everything then figure out what deserves a second plate. Cleanliness was alright. Our table was a little sticky, so that could've been better. All in all, I was pleasantly surprised. The service really made a difference too. I walked in expecting an average Chinese buffet experience and left genuinely happy with my meal. read more

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I was actually surprised by this buffet and thought it was pretty good. And I don't typically like buffets. They have a good selection of Asian and American food, including salad, fruits, pizza, and even ice cream. It's good priced as well. You can help yourself to as much as you want to eat. They keep the trays filled. The waitress was very nice and we never had an empty cup to drink. The place is pretty spacious with plenty of seating. There's also plenty of parking outside as well. They can handle larger and smaller groups. read more

New Century Buffet - Chinese Near Me - El Cajon, California

I usually go there once a week. This time when I went the lady that was at the register was very rude to me. She told me that she would mess my food up if I came back that she didn't want Americans to come there. Not to come back that I take too long. I. Tip this lady very well and have tipped very well for months and months. I don't know what their problem is but I will no longer be dining there. They are racist! Not American read more

Very solidly decent. I come often with my dad. I love the teriyaki chicken. Idk what kind of crack they put in it but it's great.

I sampled a bit of almost everything. No complaints about the taste of the food. my biggest challenge is that if I pay $14 for a meal I want it to be hot. That was not the case today. The help seemed to be friendly, even more so to the regulars. I did feel that a soda or tea should have been provided in the price. If the steam tables were keeping the food hot this would be a solid 4 star review. Can't complain about the variety. there was a little of everything. read more

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Not like buffet food from the 90s but it's ok. I drove down here from Escondido. There was a great place in Poway back in 1990 but they're long gone. But this is the only place I know now. read more

New Century Buffet - Broccoli and beef, bean sprouts, butter shrimp - Chinese Near Me - El Cajon, California

Food was good at first but when I saw a cockroach wondering around I stop eating my food pay and left

It's Good a little bit of everything and for does going from boys to men it'll be epic for them! Good old days :) family place friendly and they clean up the mess kids make read more

I really needed a Chinese fix today, so I wanted something a little different but I wanted a buffet, and I found new century buffet. I'm glad I tried it. It has more food choices than the one we go to in La Mesa, and the soups are a lot more tasty. Selection is awesome, the sushi choices are far better than our other buffet, which we probably won't be visiting from now on, this will be our go to Chinese buffet place. Price is a reasonable, $15 for lunch, and $20 for dinner.The reason I left three stars and not four, the rice they put out in a pan is dried out because it's just sitting there steaming and all the moisture is cooking away. I also had iced tea with my meal, it was so sweet that it could make you sick or gag. The service was good, and it was nice and quiet in there, and it should be getting four stars. But to put rice in an open pan, I've never seen that before especially not white rice. Anyway, you'll find something to eat, and I had a large variety of things. I took pictures. read more

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Food is always warm, tasty, and fresh. I love the service, they're so kind and always on top of it. I went for my birthday yesterday night and the women at the front noticed by tiara and right away congratulated me. They brought me the cutest little plate of cake. I recommend 100%!! read more

It's my birthday so I decided I want to go out with my girls to eat its been a while since I been here I was amazing food fresh and very nice works I will need to come back more often and the prices are very reasonable read more

I've been coming to this same location for over 12 years now. It is always the same. The food is always good. The service is always good. Parking is easy and I like to bring my kids here so they can try the different dishes and vegetables and desserts. It's always been a great deal moneywise even now having to raise their prices. It's still a good deal. If anyone complains about the pricing, don't blame new century buffet... Pull your head out of your ass and vote. read more

One of the best buffets I been to food was good . 17.99 for dinner. It's in El Cajon California of fletcher parkway. They are professional and polite they check on you. I had susi hot wings. Shrimp noodles. Yes I recommend them and I be back. Not many all you can eats still around. read more

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"Harry" my server was very friendly and demonstrated excellent customer service! The older Asian lady at the desk DID NOT acknowledge me as i left She DID NOT thank me OR say good bye Thank you "Harry" for very pleasent dining experience Sincerely Peter read more

The food was cold, so it didn't taste good. The manager told us "don't eat here then" The place could use a good spring cleaning too. I'm still in shock the manager said that. I DO NOT RECOMMEND. read more

8/02024 - I haven't been here in a while and usually go to 1968 in El Cajon or anywhere on Convoy daily for Asian food. I went at opening at 11am because I hate crowds. Already people in there eating. When I left about 20% full of capacity. Large selection of items. I tried a little bit of everything. Everything was average tasting. The best items IMO were the donuts, fried squid, wings and I killed the butter shrimp. Probably ate 1/2 a pound of shrimp. I always leave $1 per plate for a tip. I had 2 plates. Employees were nice. Floors are old and ceilings have water stains. I was disappointed in the kung pau chicken, no flavor and is always go for this dish. A total of 3 stars. See photos. Total cost was $15 for 1 adult. Oddly, the signs for the lunch food selections were never replaced and showing dinner selections. read more

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I hadn't been here in years, but was happy to find that they still have a good selection of Chinese buffet food and better sushi than I have come to expect from an all you can eat place! At $14.99 for a weekday lunch, not a bad deal either read more

Food was okay. But, someone there stole my credit card number and made unauthorized purchases! Don't trust them if paying by card.

The service was nice and the staff is super friendly. The food is pretty ok, I mostly had sushi and seafood, can't beat the lunch price.

The food is delicious, the price is perfect, and the staff are attentive and on point. Definitely recommend for a date night or with a large family. read more

The place is dirty and smells and the food make your stomach hurt so bad when u get home they put something in it to make u fuller and they don't clean plates or utensils read more

This place is so dirty and it looks like it hasnt been cleaned in years. The steak i chose had peices of a METAL GRILL BRUSH inside and I was lucky enough to catch it on my teeth. The service was okay but if im paying 10-20$ for food id rather just cook this stuff myself. Never coming back read more

New Century Buffet - Chinese Near Me - El Cajon, California

Horrible, just go anywhere else. Went on a thursday most food was empty or cold Hospitality is good but I can't eat that. 0/10

The food is exquisite. properly prepeared and a great variety. The staff is awesome. A definite go to restaurant. Surprisingly not expensive. read more

Three weeks ago I went there for my lunch. I started with a cup of soup and as I finished it I became severely ill with symptoms of a heart attack. I went to the front by the cashier and by then I was so short of breath that I could barely speak and was sweating profusely. I sat down and managed to call 911. As I waited for the fire department to arrive the lady at the register came over and repeatedly said "You pay now. You pay now." After she demanded payment at least 5 times I managed to get my wallet out and handed her a $20 bill. They absolutely could have cared less that I might be dying and all they wanted was to be sure that I paid before I left the restaurant. I honestly think that if I keeled over right then and there they would've taken my wallet out and gotten their money. It was absolutely disgusting. I am now home and am recovering. I like their food but that experience of them being totally uncaring really upsets me. read more

The experience was underwhelming at best. The food was served cold, health department needs to pay them a visitation. Staff seemed overly attentive, constantly hovering around our table every 10 minutes. They didn't give us a chance to enjoy our meal in peace. As soon as we started serving ourselves dessert, they immediately brought the check and continued to hover, making us feel rushed and uncomfortable until we left. . read more

It has all you need from a Chinese buffet... enough variety you will find something you like. Some things are better quality than others but the overall quality is worth the price. read more

Hola todos hoy yo regreso con otra revista para este buffet que me encontré en. Nosotros anduvimos en este buffet antes que nos fuimos al casino a ojalá mente ganar grandes ganancias. Pero eso es para una otra vez. Entonces fuimos dentro y nos cento una mujer chinita y agarramos nuestra comida. La selección de comida era media chiquita pero la verdad es que era rica. Los noodles eran muy ricos también el beef y brócoli. También el pollo y dumplings nomas para dicer un pocas de cosas. La única cosa que es que encontré un pelo en la comida en el plato de mi compa, pero decimos a la señor y si checo. Los postres disponibles eran un pocos pero la nieve era rico. La verdad es que si era rico pero nos salió medio caro. Yo lo doy 3 estrellas pero si era possible yo el doy 3.5. read more

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Mediocre at best. Mostly Asian food. No dessert options. All I saw was ice cream machine and some items in the salad area. The salad bar was okay with some good choices. Really didn't care for the main selections of foods, nothing really stood out. At $18.99 for weekend dinner plus the cost of a drink, I would expect a better selection. read more

You have 5 stars is so yummy I like it! What a good service I like the place good ambiance read more

Again 3 stars at best. It's been since before covid but I'm glad to see at least a buffet has come back to life. So many have closed down and said they weren't opening again. The food is almost the same with no new dishes. Some of it looked recycled (left over from the day before) even with an A rating. Service was excellent. Everything was well marked except for the sushi. My wife loves sushi but couldn't identify the items. Same selection of fruit from 2017, but of course, fresh. In fact, the cantaloupe wasn't ripe yet. And after seeing videos on youtube about the chocolate fountains, I didn't really want to take the chance. But, it did look good! You would think after Sooo many years the men's bathroom would have improved, but it didn't. Still smells pretty bad and TP all over the floor. Wife wasn't impressed this time and it was her birthday. And last, man has inflation hit this restaurant. It was twice the price of what we paid in 2017. I understand price increases, but really? Anyway, I hope they improve some of their items and I wish them well, but for us, this is a one(again) and done! read more

One of the best Chinese buffets in San Diego. Very well seasoned foods, fresh. Service is super fast and chairs are comfortable.

This were the place not considered as healthy style,messy thing sorrounds,"diners"price are common like a very ordinary regular servings to choose from,some are good,will rate this "behind "others reasonable price buffet, read more

Had pretty good food until I woke up at 4 am throwing all of it up and having diarrhea for hours. There's no way they didn't have any type of laxatives in the food. 50$ for two just to be miserable at 4 am. Do not come here read more

Service needs to be improve, I had my family come in and eat with me , we had the check on our table within 30 mins and we are a party of 5. I never asked for the check, have workers hovering over me as I'm getting food. I paid after 20 mins of the check being on table and the server hovering. I asked her, now that I paid I can continue to eat . She said no. I still continued to eat just because I already paid and wasn't even finished. The food is 1-5 I would say 2.5 Half the food is good the rest just been sat in awhile and doesn't taste good.. read more

This place is a great find. They have a variety of tasty food. The service is excellent and the consistency has been experienced over a few dozen outings there. It's a casual place, it's reasonably priced and it's just a has a positive, easy-going atmosphere. To all that have made really scathing reviews about this place you have me scratching my head. The service is EXCELLENT. ALWAYS have been treated very friendly. I've NEVER encountered cold food items and our family has never been sick/Ill/unwell after dining there. Since finding it, it has been one of our go-to spots for good food with a casual environment. read more

My kids love this place. I love the sushi and the food is fresh! We have been 3 times and will continue to come back. Thanks read more

New Century Buffet - The food is fresh and delicious - Chinese Near Me - El Cajon, California

Been coming here for awhile, the only irritating thing that happens from time to time is the employees yell instructions to each other clear across the whole big room. Why not just walk up to each other, that's pretty simple to do, they need to remember they're not at home. They're at a place of business! Otherwise the food is decent! read more

Went here last night. Food was terrible, even the fruit was bad. Sushi was dry. Carpent is dirty, and the ceiling has stains from roof leaks. Place is gross read more

We came here recently on a Saturday afternoon. It was busy but they did a good job with bringing out fresh trays of food. They had a decent selection but not as much as I would have liked. Our server was very nice and checked on us often. Prices are higher on the weekends and I didn't feel it was worth what we paid. If we go again it'll be on a weekday. read more