The food selection was good. We hadn't been in a few months, so I was pleasantly surprised to see that they added sushi to the selection. The rating of a 3 was because twice when I went to get a clean plate, there were two that were dirty. A couple of people left some used plates and bowls where the gloves and hand sanitizer are (which is in the middle of the food). I had to ask for a manager to clean up, because that stuff sat there for over 30 minutes. There was food on the floor, which created a slipping hazard. This was a "new" manager, who apologized when I showed her the stuff, and said she would let Corporate know. Why? If you're the manager, direct the staff. There used to be a great manager there that was constantly walking the floor and making sure everything was in order. He was fantastic! I'm hoping it was just his day off. Again, good food and a good selection. It was the other stuff that made it not so pleasant. It'll be awhile before we try it again. read more

The pot roast was great, lots of different foods to choose from, including sushi. Josh is an asset to Paradise Buffet. He is right there to help, clean your table and refill your drinks even though it is a self serve buffet. We told him that the cherry coke wasn't working and within minutes he had it fixed. Paradise CEOs, if you're listening, keep Josh, he is valuable. The music is at a good level in the dining area, but extremely loud in the restroom. read more

Paradise Buffet - Desserts - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

Bland food, rice taste like plastic, we were a party of 6 and they told us to sit anywhere and there weren't any tables big enough, however once we sat they did keep our table clean. The food stations were kind of messy, some of the options were out. Some of the food was burnt, for example the dumplings, they were burnt on the bottom and way over cooked. The Mongolian grill had two cooks and both were on Break or something because they had like 10 or more plates just sitting there waiting to be cooked. They had limited Chinese food options, it was more like a Golden Coral/Chinese Buffet. They had us pay up front or I would have probably left before trying any food because I didn't even get a first good impression of the food... I mean the food pictures on yelp look good but it was different in person ... It was my first time, idk maybe they were having a bad day. I did see they were hiring so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. Which is why I'm giving 2 stars. read more

Stopped by today (5/13/26) for my birthday since you get to eat for free ON YOUR BIRTHDAY (as long as you bring 3+ people): - me = FREE - my mom (senior discount) = $13.49 - my boyfriend (adult regular) = $14.99 - 1 adult drink = $2.69 SUBTOTAL = $31.17 TAX (9%) = $2.81 OVERALL TOTAL = $33.98 Surprisingly, there were a lot of people but not as crowded as the weekends. Lots of seniors due to senior discounts available during the weekday lunch hours. Paradise Buffet now serves SUSHI AND SASHIMI! I'm not sure when this started but it definitely was not there the last time I ate at this place. Not much seafood options (no more fried shrimp). Three is fried tempura shrimp and mussels at least (I ate a bunch of mussels to get my moneys worth) as well as fish (fried fish and fish fillet). read more

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Paradise Buffet may not be the most grand, aesthetically pleasing establishment but the quality of some of the items and the extraordinary and attentive service are unique and stand out here. Noteworthy: 1) The Hibachi grill- love the staff. They are alert and responsive to special requests eg well done noodles please. The sauces and oils are of good quality. The broccol, onions, mushrooms and cilantro have always been fresh and abundant.( photos). 2) Really delicious, well marinated and grilled chicken wings.( photo). 3) fresh salad bar with good quality a really nice balsamic dressing.. Lots of cut lemons next to a delicious cucumber and tomato salad. 4) from mac & cheese and wings to pizza for the kids to some good fish, steamed fish dishes with very attentive staff looking over and replenishing right away. 5) really good carrot cake and brownies. The team here that picks up the dishes deserves all the credit for their warmth, hard work and patience. Seniors over 60 get a 10% discount and it basically comes to 17 bucks plus drink and tip or so for an awesome lunch. Can't beat that. read more

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Came here for the chicken wings and fried chicken shrimp delish but I needed to go to the bathroom wow what a mess no one is paying attention to bathroom read more

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We came to Paradise Buffet to celebrate my dad's birthday, and overall we had a good experience. Luis greeted us at the door with a warm welcome and made my dad's birthday feel special right from the start. Our server, Samantha, was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. The only issue I experienced was at the Mongolian BBQ station. The cook called me out in front of other guests because I grabbed an extra flat plate for my side items, which was embarrassing. When my food was finished, it wasn't mixed properly, was bland, and some of it wasn't fully cooked. I spoke with the manager, Eva, about what happened, and she handled the situation exceptionally well. She was genuinely apologetic, listened to my concerns, and made me feel like a valued customer. She personally remade my Mongolian BBQ plate, and it came out much better. Her professionalism and excellent customer service turned a disappointing experience into a positive one. Because of Luis's warm welcome, Samantha's great service, and especially Eva's outstanding customer care, we'll definitely consider coming back. Thank you for making my dad's birthday celebration special despite the issue. read more

Fun place to go and the price is very good particularly during the afternoon 'Early Bird' special, I think, Monday -Thursday. Check the days and times on the website to be sure. Pretty much everything (no omelette bar), including fresh sushi. The workers and service is friendly and certainly competent. My wife, son, and I have eaten here many times and always enjoy it. Clean, varied, priced very reasonably! read more

They had more selections than I thought there would be. It's a big buffet and the sushi was great.

I recently stopped by Paradise Asian Buffet and was honestly impressed, especially with the vegetarian options. Buffets can be hit or miss when it comes to non meat choices, but this place actually delivers. They have a solid variety for vegetarians and even vegans. The orange tofu was a standout, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and coated in a flavorful sauce that wasn't overly sweet. The veggie spring rolls were fresh and had a nice crunch, definitely one of my favorites. They also offer the basics like rice and noodles, which were well seasoned and not greasy. It's nice to see a buffet that doesn't treat vegetarian options like an afterthought. There's enough variety here to actually make a full meal without feeling limited. On top of that, the restaurant was clean and well kept, and the customer service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The staff made sure everything stayed stocked and tidy. Best part, It's very affordable for what you get. If you're looking for a budget friendly spot with good vegetarian options, Paradise Asian Buffet is definitely worth checking out. read more

A family held their celebration of life post funeral gathering here. I was impressed at how many great selections were available. There are more selections available, than the stomach can hold. The prices are very reasonable. The seafood section, the pot roast and potatoes were great, fried jalapeño, salad bar section, sushi/sashimi sections and deserts; wow what a selection. this buffet has ample parking. In addition to the main dining area there are two different private dining areas adjacent to the buffet. The service was very efficient in removing empty plates from our tables without being obtrusive. Great place to eat. read more

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AYCE Price....$ affordable Food... good selections of seafood and veggie dishes including a Mongolian cuisine! Desserts ... satisfying the sweet tooth Quick bussing of tables of used plates. Reservations for Group parties available in a banquet room ! read more

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Nice place to eat at if you are hungry and don't want to spend too much money! Be selective and have a game plan. Food is abundant, and you don't want to gorge yourself...The place is clean, organised, and the Staff is friendly. There is plenty of parking...There are other small shops in the same complex: Boba, Ramen, Hair, etc,,, read more

We went there for early dinner to celebrate Mother's Day and was very busy for a Monday night and Cinco deMayo. Some items they have aren't labeled correctly and tasted from OK to good. Servers were good at clearing up plates. Prices are reasonable $12.99' for Senior early dinner drinks extra. read more

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Food is great, delicious meal a lot of selection salad bar, Hibachi grill or Mongolian bar, sushi roll unagi roll and many other rolls clean place, great service very friendly staff and price is great! I recommend this place. read more

A few hits and misses but overall great deals for seniors! Grab your Lola and lolo bring them here for a great experience of a buffet meal under $15 with drink. Plenty of seating and also private room areas for parties or special occasions. Large parking lot was full. Mongolian bbq has lots of ingredients to be creative and generous with whatever makes your tummy say, "mmmmm!" Great service! Never had to ask for plates to be cleared they were on top of it. If you're a macaroon fan these were one of the best! I like crispy edges and these had the perfect toast. read more

Paradise Buffet - Mongolian bbq - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

Service is good. Our server took good care of us. Ambiance is ok comfy. Came in time where there is not a long line wait and seating availability is easy to find. Heard weekends are a different story (very busy & crowded). Food was actually good (at least the ones I tried). Better than most buffets I've tried. Price competitive and very reasonable. I liked their sautéed green beans and mushroom. Meat loaf was very good by itself but adding gravy or sauce takes it to next level. Everything I tried was really good. Soups, desserts (not bad at all) specially sesame balls and coconut fritters. Picked the more toastier ones for added bitter sweet flavor (it's just my taste). No doubt will be back for sure. read more

Paradise Buffet - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

Paradise Buffet in Montclair gets my stamp of approval because the food I enjoy eating here is consistently good! I'm not too concerned about everything else as long as my favorites hit the mark--and they do. The variety of soups is great, and the Mongolian grill stands out with its thinly sliced meats that cook perfectly. The Chinese section is solid, and I always make sure to grab some Chinese donuts (a personal favorite). Their desserts are also a nice way to finish the meal. If you're like me and focus on specific dishes at buffets, you'll find plenty to enjoy here. Definitely worth a visit if these are your go-to items too! read more

Paradise Buffet - Lunch price $13.89 - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

Save your money. Came for Christmas and in the entrance screen the price was $18.95 for adults 11a-8pm on holidays. Got there and were told it was $23. Gave it a try because of the reviews and obviously those reviews are not real. This place is horrible. The food has no flavor, the Mongolian bar... a joke. The meat is literally defrosting in bowl they have it in! Normally it should be frozen. Then the guy cooking the Mongolian food leaves the food cooking under a bowl for too long! The food was overcooked, the meat was shriveled up and the noodles were overcooked. The waitresses don't pick up your plates because they are too busy talking about their schedules. Please save your hard earned money. read more

Paradise Buffet - They raised the price on Christmas Day although it's posted here as cheaper. - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

(You get what you paid for)... I thought the taste and quality of the food would be similar to the other Paradise Buffet I went to, but it's not even close. ******** What I dislike ******** The Mac & Cheese is watery, the salad lettuce is soggy and old, the cheesecake is sugary, the German cake is dry like it has been sitting out for a while. The baked imitation does not look baked at all. The sesame ball is overcooked. The orange looks like it has already been eaten. I mean, look at the pictures... The cashier doesn't seem too friendly, and I don't know why, but the servers were polite and efficient. Now, onto what I like! ******** What I like ******** I like the Mongolian BBQ. Chef knows what seasoning to add to make your dish taste better. Just ask if you are not sure. The fried banana and the mango jello are very flavorful. The sugar-free chocolate cookie is bomb! I'd also suggest just getting a water cup, add honey and lemon, and make yourself a nice and refreshing drink. It beats soda for sure (and it's healthy) The seafood salad is also something I'd have you try. Not sure if I will be back, but the price is certainly worth the try. read more

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Finally came after many times of saying we should try it. Only reason I give it 3 not 4 is because we got up to get more food and cleaning person cleared off our table and someone was about to sit there. Otherwise for the affordable price food was pretty good. Even the sushi items were good. If you don't mind big crowd then give it a try. read more

Went to a meeting with the old man, and afterwards we decided to grab a bite to eat. I was feeling like a Chinese buffet, so we googled Chinese food close to us. Up popped Paradise buffet. I'd been here years ago and couldn't remember if I liked it or not. Decided to give it a try. I have to say I was not in. While there was no shortage of good variety, the food itself just wasnt very good. Things that should have been crispy were salty, and the food was bland. The place seemed dark and the staff seemed bored. There was nothing about this place that would make me want to come back again, not even the super low price for seniors. read more

I've been coming to Paradise Buffet for over 15 years--basically since they first opened, back when Larry was managing. If Larry were still around, part of his dream would probably be fulfilled today... because they finally added fried chicken and sushi. The problem is, those additions came at the expense of long-time favorites--and that's a tough trade-off. They've removed several staples that my family has relied on for years. No more meatloaf (which my elderly parents loved), no more chicken tenders for the kids, no more crawfish (my brother's go-to), and worst of all, no more of their sweet and sour chicken. That dish wasn't your typical version--it was tempura-battered white meat chicken with a fantastic sweet and sour sauce, and it was literally the only thing my parents would eat there. Now, I personally enjoy sushi, so in a way this change benefits me. Other Paradise Buffet locations around Southern California have had sushi for years, so it's nice to finally see it here at the Montclair location--especially since the sushi restaurant that used to be in the same complex is gone. Clearly, that opened the door for them to add it. But here's the reality: while I may come more often now, the rest of my family has no reason to. The kids lost their options, my parents lost theirs, and so did my brother. And one last thing I found completely baffling--they didn't have green onions (scallions) at the Mongolian grill. After 15 years of always having them, suddenly they're gone? That makes it impossible to properly make Mongolian beef... which, last time I checked, is basically beef and green onions. They had cilantro--but no green onions. That just doesn't make sense. Overall, I appreciate the effort to modernize the buffet with sushi and fried chicken, but it shouldn't come at the cost of removing the classics that kept loyal customers coming back for over a decade. read more

This place was great but now that they have this number system they loose plates and make you get in line again.

Food is fresh and very tasty. Everyone is friendly. Great dish variety. Great price too. I highly recommend.

Overall the atmosphere and service from the staff were good. My only complaint was the taste of the food. Previously the seasoning was good, but today it left a lot to be desired. The tostada for the tacos was watery and seemed very old. The meat for the tacos had no flavor and was overcooked, as was the shrimp and meatloaf. The orange chicken tasted like literal honey syrup. In the past, they had cheese enchiladas, but they've since removed them from the menu. The redeeming feature is the Mongolian-style food, because you add the seasoning yourself. I think they should start paying more attention to the seasonings, quality, and flavor of the food. en general el ambiente y servicio del personal es bueno, mi descontento fue con el sabor de la comida, anteriormente el sazon en la comida era bueno, pero el dia de hoy dejo mucho a decear, la tostada para los tacos estaba aguada parecian estar miy viejas, la carbe para los tacos no tenia sabor, estaba incipida al igual que los camarones y el pastel de carne; el pollo a la naranja parecia jarabe de miel literal. en el pasado tenian enchiladas de queso y ya las retiraron del menu, lo rescatable es la comida estilo mongolia, por que tu mismo pones condimento, creo que deberian de empezar a poner mas atencion a los condimentos, la calidad y el sabor de la comida. read more

Paradise Buffet - Unflavored taco and shrimp - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

Paradise Buffet use to be a great place to get various Chinese foods. However, not so the case anymore. On 03-25-2026 @11:00 AM, a group of us came there for awards from our bowling teams as we have done for a long time. BUT: Observed was the salad area has now been cut down and selections is null due to the restaurant has put out sushi selections. Gone is their great egg fu young. Everyone in our group was very disappointed that they have discontinued it. I mean, why? Egg fu young is a staple Chinese dish! Gone was the craving station. The baked seafood and chicken looked scary to eat. No cheese sauce for the tortilla chips nor any shredded cheese for the tacos. The Ambrosia fruit salad was so dry they shouldn't have bothered to put it out. There wasn't any chili or sweet & sour sauce for the fried shrimp. The hot & sour soup was thin based and bland tasting and so was the clam chowder. The taco shells were stale tasting. So basically, a once great buffet restaurant has gone downhill. It seems others here on Yelp agree with the downhill spiral of this restaurant. read more

We had to try this new local buffet. It's on the small side. They honored my mom's free birthday meal one day late so that was nice. The Mongolian bbq station really needed more help and maintenance, it was a hot mess. Most of the food really lacked flavor. The orange chicken was a stand out, it actually had a lot of zesty orange flavor. The egg flower soup was also delicious, but other than that, many of the dishes were bland, even the Cajun boil with corn and shrimp. I would come again if they executed flavor and cleanliness a little better. read more

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Something for everyone. A little bit of Mexican, Italian, American, and lots of Asian. Many choices of desserts, and salads. It's like going to an old school smorgasburg buffet. read more

I was genuinely impressed with this buffet. Came here for dinner, suggested by my dad. We weren't crazy about the idea as most buffets have a reputation. But once we saw the food options, we started feeling a little better about our dinner selection. Once we tasted the food, we were instant fans of Paradise Buffet. Their teriyaki chicken was super flavorful! The butterflied, friend shrimp were crispy and tender. I loved the chow mein. The green beans were my favorite side. Other items my table tried were the mashed potatoes and gravy, said to be very tasty. My son was a fan of the French fries and pizza. My husband loved the sushi station. We didn't get to try the Mongolian BBQ station but definitely want to give it a try next time we visit. And I didn't know it at the time, but there's also hand scooped thriftys ice cream that I have to try next time too! The staff were amazing. Huge shout out to Lupe Franco who was taking care of our section. She's super sweet, funny and attentive. She was the cherry on top of the delicious food. We hope to see her again on our next visit back! read more

I went there today with my daughter for birthday celebration. They said in order for the birthday person to receive free meal, their policy requires a minimum of three people and ONE transaction! I told them I am a single parent! The gentleman behind me offered to pay for my daughter. After we got ourselves seated, I went over to the gentleman's table to pay him back the money he paid for my daughter. Such VERY STUPID POLICY!! BEWARE: THIS PARADISE BUFFET IS NOT FOR SINGLE PARENT WITH ONE CHILD! This place is FAR from Paradise. This is HELL Buffet! Because the Paradise would always feed the hungry people without stupid policy! read more

Came here twice already and there is a long line on the weekends! I love their mongolian noodles and the cakes!!! The mocha cake was so good and I also got a plate of clams! Great to be here if no one wants to cook and everyone can get something they like. read more

Paradise Buffet - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

The food was average for the price. The Orange chicken was below average. The fried rice had shrimp, not everyone that goes to these buffets enjoys seafood. The other food options were good. They have a great selection of desserts. read more

First time here, food, atmosphere, service all seemed just fine. Selection was pretty extensive. Place was packed but everything moved like you would expect from a buffet. Good enough to return and try other items I didn't get to eat. read more

Honestly wasn't expecting too much from this Chinese-American buffet, but I was pleasantly surprised by the variety of food they offered - and how tasty everything was. I came with a relatively large group, so we were seated in one of the private rooms. Parking in this plaza isn't the easiest because of how cramped the spots are, but if you come during off hours, you will likely have a much easier time finding parking. The lot was packed when I visited and I had to be careful winding through the narrow aisles. They have a good variety of items that you'd find in most buffets - the salad section, hot foods, Asian foods, soups, Mongolian grill. But they also offer a taco station, crawfish, and a ton of dessert! I think I really liked the whole dessert station, although not everything tasted great, namely that they have such a large variety. Lines for the Mongolian grill were pretty long and didn't seem to go down. There were only 2 workers managing the grill. And the line to get into the buffet - during the afternoon on a weekend, was incredibly long! Nothing truly stood out as amazing, but I did like everything that I ate. They don't have a sushi station in this buffet though. I even saw one of the workers concocting a dessert out of butterfly cookies, ice cream, syrup for guests' birthdays, I believe. Overall, a solid buffet in the Montclair area. Will be back if I ever happen to eat there in the future. read more

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Not a bad place, to be honest--it's not the best, but it's definitely not the worst either, especially for a buffet. The prices are good, and I'd recommend it for the variety they offer. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is that the chicken wasn't fully cooked, but everything else was pretty good, especially the shrimp and the Mongolian food. The service was good as well! read more

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I went The place Sunday January 25 .. very crowded..lots of food choices ..above average quality..However they do ingage in an illigal activity..Since 2008 California requires restraunts to give up to$ 9.99 in change for gift card ..This place refuses to give said required change/ credit ..Image the 1000s of dollars they make a year on this blatant consumer fraud read more

Should be No Stars and I should of asked for a refund but save your money there is so much cross contamination here ! ILL start with the meat tongs laying in the meat the handle part was sitting in the meat all the food debris on the counters I literally couldn't eat in this pig sty .. Nobody wiping down food stations rotating food I watched a lady take beets out of the can and put them on top of the beets no food rotation trust me this place is GARBAGE read more

All the food was fresh and yummy. When we got there it wasn't as packed up as time went on it got busy. The food was good. I like how clean everything was. read more

Paradise Buffet - Everything. - Buffets Near Me - Montclair, California

The food is always fresh and tasty. Big variety of so many food items to choose from. Service is good. Since it is a buffet staff keeps areas clean. Cost is good. read more