China One Buffet in Big Rapids, MI, is the kind of place that delivers exactly what you want from a…read moreproper buffet experience--hot, fresh food, a wide variety of options, and service that operates with near-military precision. A group of work friends and I initially planned to grab takeout but wisely chose to dine in. A break from the office was well worth it. The buffet stations were consistently stocked, ensuring there was never an empty tray. Every dish was hot and fresh, a rarity for some buffets. The only mild mishap was one unfortunate diner underestimating the temperature of a bacon-wrapped bite--though, if anything, this speaks to the kitchen's dedication to serving food at optimal temperatures. I piled my plate high with their green beans, cooked in a style I describe as distinctly Chinese--simple, flavorful, and addictively good. General Tso's chicken was rich and saucy, delivering just the right balance of sweet and spice. While I can't confirm the origins of the General's recipe, I can tell you it's certainly not from the Colonel. The pepper steak was well-prepared, and in a strategic move, I borrowed some broccoli from the chicken and broccoli dish, a maneuver I highly recommend for boosting vegetable intake. One of the more mysterious, yet delightful, items was a spring roll filled with a meat pâté-like filling. I didn't know exactly what I was eating, but I did know I wanted more of it. Using green beans as a base instead of rice proved to be an excellent choice, keeping the meal lighter and preventing an afternoon energy crash. The service was exemplary. The staff moved with sniper-like accuracy, ensuring my ice water was never empty--I have never felt more hydrated at a restaurant. The environment was clean, though the restaurant has seen younger days. It has been around for years, and I don't think I've seen a change. China One Buffet checks all the necessary boxes--solid food quality, exceptional service, and an experience that delivers on expectations. I'll absolutely be back, green beans first, mystery spring roll second. If you're looking for a buffet that gets it right, this is one worth visiting.

14* having " awarm "up day, below zero for awhile now.and lunch was the best. I eat here often 5-6…read moretimes a yr and today it seemed it was the best ever. It was a slow part of the in between dinner-supper, wondering if that's why I am so impressed. You gotta try it and let me know ,,am I right! lol

Went to ponderosa in ludington on Sunday 2 -22 -26 .we drove from north muskegon almost 55 miles 1…read moreway .a note taped to the door said closing at 3pm due to weather .we got there at 130 pm .breakfast was still on the buffet. I asked about taco stuff and she rudely said we're not refreshing food because we're closing early .staff was getting visually upset .our waitress never refilled drinks not once.1 staff member ran into my 12 year old daughter and never said sorry acted like she was in the way. Another lady mopping ran into the back of my wife while she was bent over andds never said sorry .we were treated as an inconvenience. We left at 2:35 and half of the employees had coats on ready to leave. Weather was not bad enough to cause this closure. It was colder inside from all their attitudes then it was outside.

What the heck! Who doesn't love Ponderosa! Stopped in for lunch. It wasn't busy. A small group of…read moreGeneration Jones quietly eating and visiting. We chose the basic lunch buffet and drinks. Everything was hot. Empty sections on the buffet were quickly refilled. Our waitress checked on us often and took away the dirty plates as we went for seconds (okay, thirds!). The place is old but very clean even the restrooms.

Was camping in the area, coming off a 3 day fast + lots of hiking I needed a giant helping of…read moreprotein from somewhere nearby.. A local man recommended this place to me, said if it was weekend I could stay and eat all day, but still would get a giant plate of deliciousness even on a Wednesday afternoon.. I believed him on the quality, doubted his claims on the quantity, and boy was I wrong.. The food was incredible, enormous portions, waitresses were all super nice and friendly, very welcoming to an outsider/traveler like myself, and will definitely be going out of my way to stop back by here whenever I am back in state!

Such a cozy find...great staff, great food, happy customers. The waitresses were friendly,…read moreattentive and made great meal suggestions. Would have driven right by this place if it hadn't been recommended by locals. Came for breakfast and will definitely return. We shared several meals because we couldn't decide on just one thing each. The special of the day was Eggs Benedict, delicious! We also tried the Biscuits and Gravy...chock full of sausage, the Loaded Hash Browns (nice and crispy), and Eggs, Bacon and American potatoes. Tip: If your meal includes toast, order the Sourdough toast, grilled with butter.

They scraped the breading off deep fried shrimp to make shrimp fried rice. Nope, never againread more

Service was good, but food was awful. Had kung pao chicken, and it tasted old and stale., chicken…read morevery chewy. Couldn't eat it. egg roll and pork fried rice were bad too. Oddly, the . Crab cheese appetizers were excellent.

If you're looking for real, authentic BBQ made with love and skill, this is the spot. I'll…read moredefinitely be back. Service was quick. They did run out of basically everything hours before they closed but it's not necessarily their fault.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to take your entire BBQ plate and wrap it up in a 47…read morelb** tortilla? Wonder no more kind friend. I got the face slapper with spicy BBQ sauce and cheese tots as the side. Cheese tots is basically crushed up tater tots with cheese, and I wasn't mad about it. Their corn muffin is like a dessert and I wish I had started with it. Service was friendly and made recommendations. Napkins and forks are behind the counter to grab in your way out as seating is a few benches out front. ** Tortilla size is exaggerated and lbs may vary.

We ended up here after our original destination closed unexpectedly, and I'm so glad they did…read more Until now, I hadn't found a Chinese restaurant in the area that I felt was worth the trip. They have all the classic options, generous portions, fair pricing, and delicious food. The takeaway bag was so heavy that it felt like it was full of bricks. Only downside, there's not much seating. Technically, they said online that they had dine-in, but it was just a few tables in a tiny (very cold) room. We ended up taking the food back home. What others have said about the spice was true, it wasn't all that hot so next time I'd ask for extra spice. Get the crab ragoons!

The food and serving sizes were AMAZING. Our new fav Chinese restaurant in Grand Haven! The staff…read morewas quick and friendly as well :) We'll for sure be back!

My go to Chinese food place! Amazing food, great service, and nice vibes. I Love getting take out…read morefrom here although I wish it was still open for dining.

Hadn't ordered for awhile. Placed a carryout order today with specific vegetables requested. The…read moreorder was correct, hot, and tasty. Nice to see the quality is still great!

Fast no fuss great Chinese takeout. We had been searching since we moved here for a go to Chinese…read moreplace and I think we found it. I asked for extra spicy and they took that personally I think it was blistering hot but still delicious. Staff was super friendly on the phone and at pickup.

We stumbled upon China 1 while shopping in Rockford. The place is primarily take out, but when I…read moreasked if we could sit and eat, they were very accommodating. The staff was nice and friendly. Took out order, provided excellent service. We started with soups. The hot and sour was not to our liking, the egg drop was decent, but the wonton was amazing. Everything else we ate was very good. Fried rice, orange chicken, shrimp lo mein, and cashew chicken were all excellent. Egg rolls were crispy on the outside and quite tasty. Next time we are in Rockford, we will be back.

I kept WINNING! I had recently gamed in Reno but couldn't win worth a darn. I tripled at Soaring…read moreEagles Casino. Of course, then I didn't know how to stop so I ended up losing, but it was really fun because all the games were very, very animated and really fun and a lot of of them. Just don't think you will get free drinks like you do in Nevada because I asked for a house type drink but decided to ask how much $$. $8.

I don't know what Michigan has to offer in the way of Casinos, but this resort in the middle of…read morenowhere (to me, anyway) did the job well. They had plenty of parking, but wished they had better signage for Hotel Check In (it's on the right of the main entrance) The guest rooms weren't overly nice, but they had lots of buttons for the lights and shades which made it easy to turn everything on or off in the room. The bathroom even had a heat lamp which would be great for a cool visit. The pillows were some of the best hotel pillows I've had. I even slept with my hands between two of them! The casino was a good size with lots of slots, video poker and table games. They even had my favorite, Let it Ride. Although I didn't win, it was fun to play again as it seems to have just died out. The dealer was super friendly and talkative too, and not in an annoying way. Food options were good with nice options as well as a food court, sports bar, and coffee shop. It was enough where you didn't need to leave for a few days. I was there for a conference and the staff and food/drinks they offered were on the better side of average. While I wouldn't go out of my way to go here (i.e. a 2 hour drive from GRR airport), if I was in the area, or 30-40 mins away, I'd stop in again.

Just close it down.......cold food, hot tea is supposed to be hot. Throwing down the plates on the…read moretable like a chow hall in the military. Horrible tasting food on stained dishes ......service did not warrant a tip.....cold......impersonal (took our order while having a phone up to her ear) Made us feel like we were putting them out by just being there........total garbage restaurant. HARD PASS

Horrible place. We ordered Generals Chicken and Orange…read moreChicken that was alright. Also Lo Mein and that came out looking like Ramen out of the package. We also got Crab Rangoons and they tasted like they were fried in old oil. It was truly disappointing.