Overall 5/5: Relatively new place opened about 9 months ago. It's allegedly owned by the same people running East Buffet. In Chinese circles, it's referred to as the "New East Buffet," so frequent comparisons will be made throughout review. UNLIKE East Buffet which operates as a dim sum restaurant during the day and an event venue at night, this place is exclusively a banquet hall and event space. As a result, the place feels grander, is more elegantly decorated, and is more upscale. There are functional elevators, so it's more accessible for elderly guests compared to East Buffet. The bathrooms are much nicer, with each toilet housed in its own room, rather than traditional stalls.
Food 5/5: Menus vary based on the package any given hosts orders but their standard is very similar to East Buffet's. As you would expect for traditional Chinese banquet hall food. Very flavorful with giant portion sizes. Is the quality the same as some more expensive Chinese fine dining in Flushing? No, but it's close and remains authentic.
Ambiance 5/5: The singular atrium is spacious, well lit, and elegantly decorated. There are chandeliers, lots of arches, and even more chandeliers lol. They have floor to ceiling windows facing out towards Northern Blvd. Check their Instagram for pictures. The wedding I attended had enough space to accommodate a third party bar as well.
Service 4/5: Better than East Buffet. The staff didn't appear to be pushing past people and rushing everywhere like they do at East Buffet. They seemed friendlier but service is still more "functional" than truly exceptional. read more