If you're looking for real food later in the evening this is a good option. Many restaurants close at 8 or 9 on weeknights in Branson. Shoney's has a buffet plus menu options. Kind of like Denny's or IHOP. read more

I went here because they typically have a good salad bar. I found this to be the case but frankly the rest of the food was awful. Green beans were mush and with little flavor, catfish was old and poor quality and Meatloaf Was compacted and also with very little flavor. read more

Used to always be a staple for our family when we would come to Branson so revisited the new one here and it was well worth the stop. Breakfast buffet was filled with options and a perfect way to start the morning. The bacon was cooked perfectly and the potato breakfast casserole was a personal favorite. Our waitress was Christine she was very accommodating, quick and also very kind as she briefly chatted with us. All in all great experience! read more

I am not sure about other locations but they are the same as the one in Branson Missouri then do not go there the kitchen was closed only the buffet was open and in the buffet the options were horrible they only had like 3 dishes worth eating the rest of the dishes are bad tasting super oily or cold the food was bad I would not recommend read more

$25 for 2 breakfasts and coffee. Poorly cooked, surly waitstaff, dirty silverware and table. The floor was sticky. The server "taking care" of the table next to us was horrible and rude. She walked away from their table muttering and complaining with inappropriate language when the lady asked politely for a refill on her coffee. The only food on the buffet that was edible was the "breakfast rice". The scrambled eggs were super runny. The hash browns were nearly raw. The pancakes were rubbery. So disappointed. I used to love Shoneys read more

sad day for shoneys always loved thai place. came in got greeted with we are only doing buffet at 14.99 each. my wife and i were hungry so sure why not . it was 2 o clock and the place was dead maybe 6 couples buffet was tasteless on the way to not being fresh waitress going thru the motion of doing her job paid my bill 48 dollars for two 14.99 meals 2 drinks branson tax state tax .just wow never again. read more

Went to Shoney's, the last remaining one in the country, to have bfast on a busy Sat. morning. Our group of 8 waited 20 min for a table when there was standing room only in the lobby and outside. Half our party got menu items and half buffet. My from-the-menu eggs and pancakes were warm, not hot, but tasted just right. My son loved his burger. My husband thought his 9.99 buffet was just OK, powdered eggs and such. He said it was a 6/10. Our server did a nice job serving food and refilling drinks, considering how busy it was. Our bill was approx $38 for 3 people, including tax and tip. read more

We were promptly seated. Waitress was prompt. We ate the breakfast Buffett. It was all fresh and good and this was around 9am. Wide selection of different foods. Sausage gravy was amazing!!! It was 1 adult and 3 kids, and only $38, not bad for an all you can eat buffet. Restaurant was clean and our waitress was on point! Can't ask for much more than that! read more

Terrible experience to say the least. I dined at this location (8/9) and was extremely dissatisfied at the quality of the food being served. I have eaten food served at the county jail that tasted better. And the price once I got the bill had me about run out of the door. I did witness 2 families leave, immediately after finding out the cost of the buffet. I ate from the buffet, and I truly wish I chose the parking lot instead. The fried chicken served there was absolutely inedible. I couldn't even take a bite it was so hard and awfully dry. Clearly, the only spice ingredient used is water. EVERYTHING was watered down. The mac'n cheese was served in a watered down, orange colored broth. The mashed potatoes tasted as if it was made from my grandfather's ashes. I wouldn't dare try the meatloaf. The only thing I enjoyed was the salad.... but how can you mess up a buffet salad.... you make it yourself. Those were the only true ingredients available. But, clearly, they water down the ranch dressing, it was runnier than the water slide across the street. I could see my own reflection in it. I was surprised at how well maintained the bathrooms were. I wish they would invest the effort more so to the food. Per local ordinances and store policy, customers and employees were asked to wear facial coverings at all times while not dinning at the table. I wish they would have informed the kitchen staff. At one point while I was... scanning over the options of the buffet, a kitchen employee came from the back, without a mask on and walked past me by the buffet. He was clearly chewing on something he probably grabbed from the kitchen as snack while headed to the bathrooms. He finally remembered to put on his mask after he tucked in his rather long, unmaintained beard. My server was Ashley, and she was extremely helpful and nice. I hope for their sake that they treat her well enough that she hangs around, because I saw several of the other staff members who were rather lazy and clueless. This was my first ever experience at any Shoney's location, and I will say that it will be my very last. read more

Havent seen a Shoneys in decades so we stopped. Came in at 3pm, they were Serving buffet only for $14.99 each, the food is noticeably processed out of a box/can. It was so bad my kids wouldn't eat But we paid for them anyway. Several people came in and left as soon as they looked at the buffet. I wish we had looked At the buffet before sitting. I won't be back! read more

This restaurant doesn't deserve a two-star reputation. It does not, however, warrant a four-star review. The food is ok, not the best but not bad. I had some ribs from the buffet that had some bone slivers in it but the flavor was good. They have a great selection for salad ingredients. They also have a low carb selection for people on that diet. The problem, however, was the 45 minute wait for the food ordered from the menu by a few in our party. Given the kitchen struggles with orders I would recommend just getting the buffet. I also visited the restrooms and would recommend to management a bit more frequent cleanings, I'm a stickler for that sort of thing. Otherwise it's a nice place to eat. Fix those problems and I'd easily give a 4 star review. read more

Despite the description of this place by Yelp!, it's not fast food. The servers expect tips. We were in Branson for a couple of nights and recalled that we had not been to a Shoney's in years. We'd visited a few in Central Florida and remembered it was a good deal and a good time. So, we went. The place wasn't packed for breakfast, yet most of the tables were unoccupied but still dirty from the previous diners. The servers were also the hostesses and the cashiers so they were running around a lot. We were seated and opted for the $8.99 buffet. Standard fare and unlimited bacon! Next to the grits, biscuits and gravy there were also mac and cheese, chicken tenders and nacho cheese. There was a salad bar with chocolate pudding. I always wondered why pudding was on a salad bar. Someone research that and get back to me, OK? The service was good and the food was just OK. It was Shoney's. What do you expect? I was better than the $8 buffet at the Welk Resort, I'll tell you that right now! Anyway, stop in if you want. I won't know if you do or not, so I'll just remain indifferent to your choice. Pros: Good price, wide selection of breakfast items (go at 10:30am and you'll also get the lunch buffet) Cons: Soft drinks are extra; lots of very old and awkwardly mobile people read more

TL;DR Review: WHAT YEAR IS THIS!?!? I could have sworn I smelled someone smoking inside. I didn't, but it seemed like I did. Two stars are missing from this review because of one thing: Service. Our server sat by and chatted for 10 minutes with me trying to catch her eye to get more drinks. I won't call names, but I'll tell you our server at this establishment wasn't any of the ladies other reviewers are bragging on in other reviews. My wife's chicken salad was also mediocre according to her. On the other hand, my son ate free, and he LOVED their fried shrimp. He really thought he'd struck gold. My daughter ordered the mac 'n cheese, and didn't eat it. She doesn't typically eat much, so I'm not counting that against them. I, on the other hand, had the All American Burger with everything on it. Upon removing the American flag and taking my first bite, I was immediately transported, Rattatouille style, to the same restaurant in 1990, smiling at my parents who were smiling back at me, taking my first bite of a previous Shoney's All-American and loving it. The cheese so hot it had become intrinsic to the structure of the burger, and the onion and pickle having melted to it as well, as to form one huge amalgam of glorious, beautiful, greasy burger. The soft bun practically melts to your fingers. It's still the best chain burger, I think. It's not the best burger in Branson (check my other reviews), but it's damn close. What's up with the buffet though? It looked crappy; not from selection, but quality. read more

Visited Shoney's this past weekend (April 23) for lunch while on vacation in Branson. It was my first time eating at a Shoney's. Food was better than expected. Good service too. I got the mushroom and Swiss burger (very good and juicy) and my fiancé got an Italian entree (I think it was called the Italian Feast), and his meal came with the salad bar. We also got a chocolate and vanilla shake, which were very good! If there was a location in Oklahoma I would definitely go more often, but if I ever come back to Branson, I might just have to stop in again. read more

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Every year I visit Branson, I make sure I go to Shoney's. There food is usually is very delicious. But this time, I was very disappointed. I was mostly disappointed at their meat quality. Usually, Shoney's bacon and sausage is very crispy and lean. But this visit, the bacon and sausage was very fatty, and the meat quality didn't taste very good. I hope their meat quality improves. read more

I was wondering why this was the only place to eat that did not have a long line. It was a buffet only with hardly no choices. Most of the food was cold, Not luke warm but cold, $50.00 for 3 to eat cold food and the staff was not real friendly. read more

This was an awesome blast from the past. This was amazing. The food was spot on. The wait on line was less than 10 min with a packed house. My kids are so picky when it comes to food and they had thirds. This alone is a testimony to this place. read more

Classic, good food clean buffet and awesome prices...I wish we had these back in Tulsa but Branson will do! The food was fresh and always changed out and the service was top notch. read more

Don't go to this place. We're on a vacation & choose this place because of it being open till 10pm. The food was deplorable; chop steak was mush & catfish is ice cold, shrimp was cold, clams where rubber. Then there is only 2 small hot bars & 1 cold. Then u get shocked by being charged 15 dollars a adult & 12 for a kid. This place needs a kitchen staff overhaul asap. Please don't waste ur money here!!.. read more

Absolutely love their breakfast buffet! Was a little over priced but it was still delicious... love the biscuits and gravy and hash browns

Breakfast buffet was average quality and WAAAY overpriced. Service was definitely lacking. Don't think we'll be going back.

This place is super good!! We stopped here after a morning of fishing (around 11) and there was no wait. The place was busy, but the tables are spaced out enough that it didn't feel crowded. The waitress we had was super friendly and got us refills fast. We had the breakfast/brunch Buffett which was $9.99/person. Which is a really great deal! The buffet food was delicious. There wasn't anything I didn't like and it had a good variety. I will come here again and suggest it for anyone else wanting good food in Branson! read more

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The staff was friendly and very nice. We had the buffet and my daughter had a child spaghetti meal. For the price the amount of food you get is great, but it was terrible. The mashed potatoes were definitely made from a box, the meat needed to be cooked longer, the salad had been sitting too long and the spaghetti my daughter had was so runny she couldn't eat it. There was no flavor to the food at all. For the price it was terrible. read more

First time I have ever been to Shoney's. Stopped here for breakfast. We decided to eat from the buffet. There was pancakes, french toast, eggs, bacon, sausage and more! If you leave hungry, it's your fault! So much goodness to eat! read more

I can see why you chose this family friendly restaurant to represent your cerebellum. So safe. So comfortable. So Shoney's.

Ate at this Shoneys while on a Branson vacation with the family. Let me start by saying that growing up in mid-Missouri we had a Shoneys in my hometown. I always liked their breakfast buffet and reminds me of my childhood! Also, while on family vacations we usually would hit these type of breakfast buffet places. So...I was a little nostalgic and when I saw the Shoneys thought it would be a great breakfast choice, especially with our 3 year old who can sometimes be picky. My husband was weary as we're not really buffet types. This Shoneys is the only one left in Missouri as many of the others have closed many years ago. The restaurant looked like it had been recently remodeled, as it seemed brand new and was very clean inside. The breakfast buffet was a great deal and we thought the food was great. I love that they have sauteed mushrooms on their buffet. I think they're supposed to be for the eggs but I just eat them plain as I'm a big mushroom fan. Also, bonus points for the grits. Coming from a southern family grits were a staple but I rarely have them anymore. I would recommend, especially if you have kiddos. read more

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Came here while they were serving thanksgiving dinner. Food was great allot better then I though it would be. The staff was kinda slow though and they weren't that busy. read more

Leisa G is an amazing lady, and I appreciate her attentiveness. I have a dairy allergy and she cared about my meal.

We just had a group of over 30 people and had Sabrina as our server... she was just amazing and split checks and didn't skip a beat. I've been to many places to eat with smaller groups of people and didn't have as good of service. Their spinach artichoke dip with the home made crispy chips were amazing! If you are looking for good prices and yummy deserts - come here and ask for Sabrina!!! read more

We come to Shoney's from time-to-time while in Branson. We haven't been in a few years, but arrived this time to a new building. It was nice! We both got the buffet, and for a buffet it was pretty good. The waitress was very friendly and attentive. read more

The breakfast buffet has a great selection and is definitely a plus if you're looking to find a little something for everyone. The food was hot and fairly good quality. Our waitress was nice enough, but it definitely took some time for someone to get to us after we had been seated. The staff also seemed behind on clearing tables as well. Decent experience. read more

The restaurant looks nice. The server was great. Helpful friendly and professional. The food was steam table. Not great. Maybe if we ordered off the menu. This place makes Golden Corral look gourmet. Sorry read more

My father and I stopped in here because, even though we were in Branson and could have ANY kind of food we wanted, we thought most (if not all) of the Shoney's had closed. Turns out all the Shoney's in Missouri have closed. This location is corporate owned and also a new-build since a tornado took out the old one. We opted for the buffet since it had some breakfast as well as some lunch items on the bar. Food was pretty good and much like I remember from the late 80s when I last frequented Shoney's on a regular basis. Our server was super friendly and even joined in on some good-natured ribbing of my father who totally deserved it. Decent food, friendly staff, new building. Skip Denny's next time and come here. read more

Wish I could give a negative score on this place. My daughter got a piece of chicken on the buffet, which had FEATHERS ON IT! The kitchen staff sure should have noticed this and spared us from seeing that. GROSS! Ruined my appetite. The waitress was apologetic, but the assistant manager was very rude! I should have refused to pay. read more

Very clean, good fresh breakfast buffet with lots of choices always kept full. Staff was nice and very efficient. No waiting when we arrived. read more

We ate the breakfast buffet on our last day in Branson before heading home. What can I say?? It's SHONEY'S!!!! We LOVE Shoney's!!!! We haven't been in several years because all of the ones around where we live have closed down. The one in Branson was SOOOOO good!!! Piles of Bacon and sausage and pancakes!!!! Oh and the the biscuits and white gravy YUM!!!! We will be back for the breakfast buffet next time we're in Branson!! Oh and the SWEET TEA!!!!! This was the ONLY place in Branson that I did NOT have to add sugar to my tea!!!! Y'all KNOW how to make sweet tea the RIGHT way!!!! Loved it!!! The waitress was an older lady she was very friendly and kept the tea a comin'!!! Awesome service and food!!! GO EAT and eat and eat lol!!!! #orderthesweetteaitstherealdeal read more

The Waitress was very friendly, and serve us with a smile, she even carried a conversation with our 5 year old grandson. The food was good and hot and the waitress made several trips to our table to check on us. read more

The food was cold. No taste and dry. Had little Dessert to chose from. We ate there for breakfast and enjoyed it. we thought we would try dinner bad idea. A little pricey. read more

Visited this location for the first time and was impressed. They offered both buffet and menu, we choose buffet. Items on the buffet were fresh and attended to frequently. Plates were cleared from our table fast and drinks refiled consistently. Would go back and recommend. read more

What an incredible experience!!! The buffet didn't currently have fries or fried okra and that's what we wanted and the very sweet waitress brought some out to us with no hesitation and was very happy to do so. Their fish was pretty good and their okra was AWESOME!!!!! Very good experience!!! read more