Wow! As an LA native I felt very picky about selecting a buffet in the IE…read more Empire Buffet was very clean, sanitary and the staff was delightful. Each station was being maintained well and the food was being refreshed in a timely manner. My favorite part of the visit was the hibachi station and the assortment of seafood items to pick from. Highly recommend you take your family and friends - if you're hungry and can smash a bunch of food in one sitting lol.

50/50 that you either get sick or you don't. You probably need to have a strong stomach to enjoy…read morethis, since 3 of my party survived the meal whereas I suffered with a stomach ache/food poisoning. If you'd like, you can test your luck. Because you get the 50/50 chance risk with the low price of like $15 - 20 (I dont know, my friend paid for us all) I suspect it was plenty of the fried and cooked foods that are responsible for some of the reviewers' ache. The orange chicken, hibachi chicken, lo mein, -- the usual. Dont count on the vegetables like broccoli to be safe either, they wont do anything for your gut either. I wonder what's the quality of their cooking oil, since my friends said it might be the root cause of it all. We never encountered me sick at any place except this The sushi bar was alright. Nothing spectacular and delectible. You get the low quality of sushi for the price, after all. Im not sure if it contributed to the sick feeling but beware! For the garlic bread, fries, chicken nuggets, and just about other 'instant' looking food -- theyre probably instant and quickly cooked for service, really. That garlic bread had a spongey texture. Again, thats what I get for coming to a low budget place

A local STAPLE! I…read morediscovered this place randomly because I was trying to go to Soup & Fresh on a weekend but didn't want to wait two hours to get seated. This place is HUGE so I've never once had to wait for seating. What I love about this local, family run Mongolian spot is that it's all you can eat, so you don't have to stuff your 1 bowl like at the mall Mongolian spots. You can get 2 bowls if you want, one for noodles and veggies and the other for the meats. Best of all, when you are done, you can get more! The noodles are amazing, but what's equally as good is their side dish bar, which has pocket bread, egg drop soup, rice, spring rolls, and the BEST meatballs in gravy I've had in a while. The meat balls are so soft and flavorful. Lastly, the BEST fountain soda I've ever had is here. I usually drink 3-4 full cups before I leave. I come so often the main guy up front knows me, and always says "see you next week" when we leave.

Overall, everything was fine, but I wasn't informed beforehand that the lunch buffet didn't include…read morelamb or shrimp. The weekday lunch price of $18.99 feels reasonable, but at $23.99, you have plenty of other buffet options with a much wider selection -- places like Paradise, Empire, or Hibachi, which also include a Mongolian grill station. And honestly, if I'm only craving Mongolian grill, I'd rather drive to Pasadena and eat at Golden Palace for just $15.99. A quick tip to really make your money worth it: grab two bowls -- one for meat and one for noodles and veggies. Load up on as much meat as you can because it shrinks significantly after cooking. Take as little noodles as possible since they'll fill you up fast. Most people can only finish one or two bows, so don't waste your money by piling on too many noodles. Many previous reviews mentioned that this place used to automatically add a 6% gratuity fee even for solo diners. It seems they've stopped doing that, but they still add gratuity for larger groups.

Reading some of the previous reviews gave me a chuckle. What do you mean it was too cold inside?…read moreYou're about to stuff your face over an open fire grill. Don't want to be sweating while you're eating. Coming from highland/redlands, I am happy that there is a ayce kbbq spot in close proximity. Starting with cons: the parking is absolutely terrible. Parking spots are cramped and there's simple not enough spaces, especially during peak times. Pros: now as a long time ayce bbq lover, I understand that red castle quality is not top tier and I don't expect it to be when I go. I view red castle as an affordable joint to get my brisket and beef belly fix, which are the only two items that I basically get. It's odd reading about others experience with service, because every time I go, the service is always fast. I don't need to ask for the grill change because they are fully staffed and consistently checking in. Sure, the hospitality could improve a little but realize what you're going in there for. To stuff ya face! If you're coming here and comparing this place to other kbbq joints, you'll surely be let down. But to enjoy ayce protein for ~25 bucks without having to clean and prep a solid meal, many would realize the true gem that is Red Castle. I remember when their ayce was 13-15 bucks when they opened. Those were the days. I'm also glad that they allow single dining during the week. Not something that I'm able to take advantage of most of the time bc of work but I'm glad it's offered. To all the kbbq snobs (I'm one of them still). Go pay 40 for ayce somewhere else and be happy. Red castle is my go to for a quick fix that is close to home and affordable.

Let's be honest .. this place is very MID KBBQ . The wait times are ridiculous and parking is a…read moredisaster especially on a busy street tucked close to a residential neighborhood. I wouldn't call this place BEST in the IE even if call it a place that's somewhat budget friendly in addition to a service fees and adding on the tip for service that's bare minimum. Quality of meats very fatty & poor & the ban chan (side dishes) are extremely overly saturated with sauce and Kim chi that wasn't fresh it was more on the SOUR and just disgusting in flavor , texture and color it doesn't seem Authentic if you know the difference of real Kim chi from other restaurants. Made several attempts to flag our server which seemed flustered and overwhelmed just for ordering extra meats and replenishing our beverages was such a huge in convenience. For KBBQ definitely in this order I'd say .. local restaurants I'd rather go to Wang Cho in riverside or chino hills U grille 2 spots in Rancho Cucamonga and As far as ayce self serve Koreana grille Riversde . If you wanna travel out hit up Orange County , Rowland heights , LA , SGV for the real deal . Would i dine here again , negative it's disgusting and poor quality of meats very fatty and rubbery texture and ban chan & soups that aren't authentic this restaurant is catered to a particular budget demographic and everything isn't just poor quality. Eating kbbq is more than just eating meat & drinkin beer .. Realistically but do what you wanna do ..

Fabulous as always, great service, beautifully decorated, so much delicious, scrumptious,…read more delectable, savory, mouthwatering, succulent dishes, definitely a must try! Spicy picaña, lamb, filet mignon, spicy sausage; so many wonderful choices cooked medium and medium rare. Servers walk around with large skewers of meat to serve you. Wonderful salad bar with so many tasty items. Highly recommended, at least once.

100% come here for lunch…read more The salad bar is over the top amazing, and it's like $24 and it has a lot of good food... it had a lot of vegetarian options for my sister who came with me And protein for people like me-- lunchtime is the best kept secret, you guys get an A+ for presentation and having such a beautiful spread for a salad bar My recommendation: the lamb 100%

05/24/26 Sunday…read more Stars: 4.5/5 Our friends booked this venue for their wedding reception. Sea Queen has a restaurant side and a banquet hall side. We had the banquet hall side and it was able to accommodate 200 guests. They had the place set up early and allowed the wedding party to come in advance to drop off drinks, decor, etc. They allowed us to bring food and alcohol. They also prepaid for drinks from the bar so folks could order from a bartender. Only a few dishes were ordered (since there was other food from an outside catering vendor) and I only got to try it after it was cold so I can't give a wholistic review on the food they serve, but I really liked the leaf wrapped beef with Banh Hoi (vermicelli sheet) and the mango salad! My one complaint is the women's bathroom. Two (out of 3) of the stalls can't lock so the girls had to help each other hold the doors closed. However, it was mostly clean and had toilet paper in stock. +They offer takeout containers for leftovers from the party. +Very kind and accommodating staff. They cleared some tables to create more space on the dance floor. +Parking is plentiful.

They offer an all-you-can-eat menu for $45 per person. Since this location operates as both a…read morebanquet hall and a restaurant, it's a good idea to call ahead and confirm they're open. When we first walked in, the place looked empty, and my wife and I almost considered leaving. Just as we were about to head out, a server came over, seated us, and explained the menu. The $45 menu is extensive, featuring a wide variety of Vietnamese dishes such as escargot (ốc), pho, and bò né (Vietnamese sizzling beef steak), among many others. We ordered escargot with tamarind sauce, oysters with cheese, a lobster special, rau muống (water spinach) with garlic, glass noodles, and a ribeye steak. This isn't a typical buffet--each dish is cooked to order. It took about 15 minutes since there were only two chefs, but the wait was absolutely worth it. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and served piping hot. The lobster was a whole lobster with claws, and the ribeye was a generous cut served sizzling at the table. The portions are large, and our server kindly warned us ahead of time--we're glad we listened! The owner was friendly, and the service was attentive throughout our meal. My wife and I loved this place and will definitely be coming back. It's great to have quality Vietnamese food nearby without having to travel all the way to OC.

Boiling Point Hot Pot is easily one of the best lunch spots in town, offering an incredible…read moreall-you-can-eat experience for a full two hours at a great price. The dining process is super convenient and straightforward: you select your favorite soup base from options like Tonkotsu or Spicy Miso on your order sheet, choose your starting cuts of meat, and then head over to the self-serve area to round out your meal. The quality of the food across the board is top-notch--the meats arrive fresh and finely sliced, and you can reorder as much as you want at no additional charge. What truly sets this place apart, beyond the delicious food and attentive service, is the comfortable dining environment. Unlike many other hot pot restaurants where the heat leaves you sweating through your meal, the AC here is powerful and keeps the room perfectly cool. You can fully enjoy cooking your hot pot with unlimited trips to the self-serve bar for fresh veggies, sauces, seafood, noodles, and dessert without feeling uncomfortably warm. It is an all-around fantastic spot for a relaxed, delicious, and satisfying lunch.

The food itself was fine but nothing extraordinary especially for that price point. My husband and…read moreI visted for lunch last Friday and had the Tonkotsu and Szechuan broth base. We stuck to the beef and the pork belly which was very good, the beef not so much though. The buffet bar had plenty of options and sauces so that was a plus but unfortunately the lack of service really made this experience a two-start rating. We were greeted (dryly), seated, and left to figure out the confusing ordering sheet. Thankfully we have experience with HotPot and (sort of) figured it out and even after we expressed concern about how we were suppose to order/write down our meat selections per round (which they claim is unlimited but they only have 3 columns on the sheet) our questions remained unanswered. Trying to flag a waiter down to order more meat was a pain as hardly any were available and we were missing appetizers on our "second" but with the way the service was we figured there wasn't any point in bringing it up not to mention the lack of (flat) soda refills. I doubt we will be returning.

I live in San Diego. We were faithful customers of Souplantation for more than twenty years. My…read morefamily and I missed the restaurant miserably. We ate at Soup n Fresh everytime when we visited Monterey. We have been there twice. It's almost a two hour drive for us to the restaurant. The food at Soup and Fresh is excellent, just like the old Souplantation. I assure you MANY MANY people in San Diego would eat at your restaurant if you open up one or two in San Diego. PLEASE !!!!!!!!!!!

I used to love Souplantation back in the day. So when Soup n Fresh opened I was super excited…read more I am just now visiting because every time I would drive by the lines would be long and I did not want to stand in them. I went on a Friday night at 6 PM to my surprise. there was no line. The inside of the restaurant and the food is just as I remembered. I really enjoyed my solo date that night and it brought back so many memories of all the good times that I had there in the past. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very nice and attentive.

From the moment we walked in, Erin made us feel genuinely welcome. She greeted us with a warm…read moresmile, seated us quickly, and made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our meal. Throughout our visit, she remained attentive, friendly, and professional, checking in to ensure everything was going well without ever being overbearing. Her positive attitude and exceptional customer service truly stood out and made our buffet experience even more enjoyable. It's clear that Erin takes pride in making guests feel comfortable and valued. She is a wonderful hostess and a tremendous asset to the restaurant. Thank you, Erin, for your kindness and for making our visit such a pleasant one. We look forward to coming back!

We usually go to the Pomona location with no issues but we have located closer to Ontario and went…read moreto this location for the first time and won't be back. First thing, when we walk in and tried to get drinks most of them weren't working or water. I tried to get myself a lemonade and that was water. Tried to get the vitamin water then the iced tea for my son and again both only had water coming out. So both my son and I drank water. At least the Coke on worked. Next, very dirty, food wasn't that hot, the dessert station especially the ice cream was disgusting. Overall disappointed with our experience and won't be back at this location