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Beautiful Restaurant, but the Food Fell Short for Me Atmosphere & Parking Soup Green Buffet is a spacious, beautiful, and clean restaurant. It was fairly busy during my visit, but there was ample parking. Food Lunch was $16.99, including drinks. The buffet has a large salad bar, several soups, and plenty of items to choose from. However, I found the selection of substantial main dishes, especially protein options, quite limited. There were plenty of salads, vegetables, side dishes, and carb-heavy items, but I would have liked more variety in the entrees. The flavors were underwhelming overall. The tom yum soup ingredients seemed overcooked, and the broth lacked the bold flavor I expected. The clam chowder was okay. The sushi was inconsistent, with some rolls being too rice-heavy, and the fish didn't taste as fresh as I would have liked. The miso pizza and ube ice cream were okay but not particularly memorable. Service & Value Service was efficient. You pay at the entrance before eating, including the tip, and a waitress takes care of the section. After tax and tip, the meal came to around $20 per person. While the restaurant is attractive and clean, I found the food experience underwhelming for the price. If you're looking for a quick lunch and don't eat a lot, there are other places where you can spend less. Personally, I'd probably go to Whole Foods for the salad bar, which I prefer. Soup Green Buffet may appeal to people who enjoy lighter food and a buffet setting, but I was hoping for more protein options, more flavorful main dishes, and better overall value.
It was such a great value menu! I came during lunch and I think this place is great as an option for group or family dining. Good varieties on the menu, very affordable price and food was good enough to keep you satisfied and full. Some items I love on their menu: jap chae salad, crab salad, fried scallop, fried fish and last but not least the ube soft serve. I'll definitely bring my family here, especially with kids. It's spacious inside, and the interior is good. Service was really fast as well, our waitress always kept our table clean.
Was really curious about this new AYCE spot, especially since I love SoupLeaf! Finally got to try it and it was an interesting experience! There are a huge variety of things to choose from, which initially I really liked, because I like trying bites of things. But as I kept eating, I think the mix of things was a bit too much and my stomach was like, "whoa that's enough." Haha. Waiters were kind and helpful, all staff were working hard. There's not really a line system so everyone was kinda going crazy and it was packed when I went. Things are clean and taken care of, which is a plus for buffet spots. I definitely think this place is great for a certain audience or type of people. People wanting to be semi-adventurous or wanting to try food outside of their culture, but not sure where to start... pricing is a bit steep in my opinion, but a lot of people were there so they didn't seem to mind. I think I'll stick to SoupLeaf for now, but if you visit here, the glazed salmon was delicious. Sushi was actually very fresh and I loved their kale salad!
Ok lol I am a huge fan of Soupleaf. My whole fam is and all my foodie friends. So when this opened up I knew I had to try it. But my foodie friends were telling me to wait. Online food forums had mixed reviews. So I chose to wait until now u til I heard it got better. I wanted to come for weekday lunch because everyone said it's the best deal then but couldn't make it but this Saturday we were free so we went. I was so excited. I was hungry and couldn't wait. We got there a tad later than I'd like after noon but we got seated. No huge lines yet. You pick your drink and then pay to get in. Weekends are same price as evenings so it was around $25 after tax. My daughter's a teacher so she got that 20% off teacher discount. Not Pepsi zero they said so I tried their jasmine hot tea which the girl assured me it was sweetened. I was surprised and tried it but it was not lol so the waiter brought me iced Lipton tea. I was surprised they had sushi and a lot of mixed hot food options. I know it's soup and salad and heard they had some salmon BUT they have a little bit of everything which got me confused lol So here are my pros: those tiny croissants buttery and sweet so good with ube ice cream. That's the highlight of my meal. Fried fish was good. Walnut shrimp was good. Loved the clam chowder. Kale salad was good. The salmon on the sushi was fresh. Sadly that was it for me. Cons: fried chicken wings which I was looking forward to was not fresh even when they came out The price point is high even for lunch or dinner for the quality of food you are getting. Roast beef I was excited for but not what I expected. The rice is way too big on the sushi Tilapia sushi? Very odd. The salads my son said was the highlight but the selection was few. What happened? The sushi rolls were ok but something messed my stomach up. I couldn't eat anymore after my 1st plate. And I had to take some meds at night to help it digest lol same with my daughter. She still having issues but she thinks it's the raw tilapia or maybe like my guess the mix of food was too crazy. All in all I am glad I tried it. It was busy enough. Nelson Lin looked tired but kind. Was gonna say hi but he had liens of people wanting to talk to him lol I am glad it's doing well. Lots of senior citizens ha I know they have a deal for them right now too I am still giving it a 4 stars because things were bad per se. My personal opinion is that I want some order and flow to my buffets and food. I can't get that here. Is it soup? Is it salad? Why is there lomein and Chinese food now and also sushi? It's becoming a Chinese buffet lol but why is it called Soup Green? lol I am confused but my stomach is way more so. That's all. Weekday Lunch price point is on point. Anything else like my foodie friends all say it's kinda high for what you get. Out of huge respect for Nelson and the Lin family I give 4 stars and I wish I can give more. For soupleaf it's definitely a 5. I go there at least every month and tell everyone it's the best hot pot place in town if not even in Houston. It's better than those over there. And that's saying a lot. But here I am still confused as to what the angle is for Soup Green and I hope they figure it out. It's a beautiful clean place which I love just for me I need a vision lol one that aligns with the name and the goal you are aiming for ~ glad I finally tired it though!
It's like Souplantation/Sweet Tomato with an Asian twist! We went around the time they opened, ~11AM ish. My family and I used to go to Souplantation a lot growing up so finding this place then tasting the food here was so much better! Coming in, you notice the grander entryway lobby area filled with a wall of flowers - very chic. Going to your right is the entrance into the buffet. You pay here before you go in to eat. They ask party size, ages of any kid(s), what type of drinks you want then the host takes you to your seat. Kids pricing is 1.5 their age.. so if you have a kid that's 5yr old.. price is 1.5x5. The staff are very attentive and come by every so often to clear tables and to ask how things are. Very good service. Other than that the vibe is typical buffet style. They have lots of options from Romain lettuce to spinach to Japchae to squid salads, tofu salads, kimchi, jello, mandarin salad, Caesar salad, arugula.. their hot sections have coconut shrimp, beef, white rice, fried rice, roasted mushrooms, potatoes, sweet potatoes, different kinds of pizza and garlic bread. Their options are extensive but not too extensive you cant choose what to get.. Soup options include: hot n sour, clam chowder, tom yum, chicken noodle, egg drop, and beef veggie soups. Desserts they have coffee cakes, jello- lychee and strawberry Gelato, fruits (watermelon, peach, pineapples, mandarin orange), and ube ice cream and vanilla ice cream. Both can be swirled if you like they are soft serve from a machine. Overall a very pleasant experience with mid-variety of food options.
SoupGreen really exceeded my expectations! Especially for the price point, I was expecting your typical cheap buffet, but everything was so fresh. Their salad bar is really extensive and again, all of the ingredients seem super fresh. They don't have too many hot food/protein items, but what they did have was really good. You would think sitting under the heat lamps would dry everything out. But the fish was super tender and the chicken was pretty juicy and flavorful. From what I've seen in pictures, it looks like they swap out different pastas, so I guess it depends on when you go. And I love that they have baked potatoes and sweet potatoes and a topping bar. I was sadly too full by the time I got around to getting one, so I wasn't able to try it, but it looked so good. I think the soups are a bit on the saltier side, but still pretty decent. And their desserts were tasty too. I was a big fan of their mini croissants, I definitely visited that station more than once. And the ube ice cream has a pretty strong ube flavor.
This is a total yes in our book!! Go here! Check it out! Everything was good :) It's beautiful, clean, modern, NEW. The price point is so affordable. Drinks included is unheard of too! The options are really fresh and this far exceeded our expectations. Check the Facebook out to see if they have any special promos going on, because we got the kids dinners for free, which is nice discount off for some during these times. The kids enjoyed it as well, they actually ate the food and asked for more which is surprising. We all loved the ube soft serve for dessert :) Service was quick, they took our used plates off our table periodically to give us space. We will definitely be coming back.
My son and I were first timers here, but we won't be last timers !!! Excellent choices of fresh food that everyone can enjoy from salads to soups to sea food, fried chicken, pizza, desserts and so much more !!! The service was good for a buffet and the atmosphere is great as well.
This is not your typical Asian buffet. I checked this new buffet out for the first time with my friend recently. SoupGreen is by the same owners of SoupLeaf hotpot, which I actually didn't like. You can read my review of that... I normally avoid Asian buffets because I went to a lot growing up and equated them to cheap, low-quality fried food. But the food here is actually really good! And don't let the name fool you-they have more than just soups and salads! Not only can you customize your greens, they also have fish, pasta, pizza, meats, etc. The Korean japchae and kimchi looked strange-I didn't try those. The service is what you would expect for Asian buffets-none. We sat down and we didn't see our server. There was someone who walked by and we asked if he was our server. Apparently he was. Anyway, you just go up and get your food. Everything is self serve. We didn't have our water cups refilled at all. But you don't have to worry about tips because you pay before you enter the buffet area anyway. Save room for ube ice cream! This had strong ube flavor and was perfectly sweet. I left here so full. If you take food to go, it's priced by weight. It's worth the reasonable $20 pp and I will definitely come back! There's a parking lot.
We've been absolutely impressed with SoupGreens (fka Mama Lin's) since their opening and very much enjoyed every single dinner meal that we've eaten there. Prices are very reasonable for an AYCE, options for pickings are abundant, fresh and delicious and you are in control of all the things you put on your plate, what more can you want? With their pricing, drinks are included, the parking situation is wonderful and I'm always impressed with the helpful and friendly staff who are on top of clearing our table of dishes and refilling drinks. The interior decor is also absolutely breathtaking and lovely, and dare I say, even more upscale and lovely than their Soupleaf dim interior vibes? I love that they're extremely family friendly and love everything about SoupGreens! So excited they're so close to my home and happy to support a local Asian business with solid food choices!
Soup Green is another restaurant from the Soup Leaf family, so I came in with pretty high expectations! I actually really like the concept, and I've now been here twice hoping I'd enjoy it more the second time around. Unfortunately, I left feeling a little underwhelmed both times. It's not that the food is bad at all--in fact, you can tell the ingredients are really fresh and high quality. They also have a few standout dishes, and I especially loved the mini croissants! That being said, I found myself kind of walking around the buffet and picking at different foods without there being enough dishes that I was genuinely excited to go back for. I think it would be really nice if they rotated the menu more often or added a few more options because I wanted more variety throughout the meal. One thing I did really appreciate was the service. The servers were all incredibly kind, attentive, and helpful, which definitely made for a pleasant experience. As for the price, I wouldn't necessarily say it's cheap or expensive, but I did leave feeling like it was a little pricey for what you're getting. Since most of the buffet consists of salads, vegetables, and lighter dishes, it didn't quite feel like the value matched the price. Overall, I think Soup Green is a nice option if you're looking for a healthier buffet with fresh ingredients, but I personally don't know that I'd go out of my way to come back. The concept is great, the ingredients are fresh, and the service is wonderful--I just wish there were a few more standout dishes and a little more variety to make the experience feel more worth the price!
The food is good. They have a great variety of soups and salads, some with an Asian twist. I tried a tid-bit of many items. The standouts: * Panko-fried fish. They were crispy, light, fluffy, and juicy morsels. * Hot and sour soup. It had the right balance of heat (spice), sour, consistency, and textures with mushrooms, bamboo, and egg. * Fried rice. Light, slightly aromatic, and well balanced. * Jap chae. Though it did not include many of the usual ingredients (principally egg and/or other protein), it was perfectly seasoned and the texture was spot on. * Mini croissants. These were delicious. A hint of sweetness and perfect flaky crusts. Each bite was perfect. * Ube ice cream. Should be Ube Ice Scream! The flavor is so subtle, but it is delicious. It's a new favorite for me. All-in-all, the variety was great. They had some unexpected offerings such as the seafood pizza that looked amazing (though I did not try because I kept forgetting), clam chowder, terriyaki salmon, pot roast (I believe). I didn't try the more usual offerings such as their general salad bar. But given the lines, I imagine they're good. I think the price and their service and the atmosphere are on-point. I usually only ever serve myself two plates, sampling only a few things, plus a small dessert. I think I'll have to return to try some of their many other offerings I didn't check out. I think it is at least worth a try, and for a salad and soup buffet, I expect it will sate many of your herbivore needs. We will definitely be returning and including it in our rotation for AYCE when we just can't settle on a single thing. Why only 4*? The place was clean, well-appointed decor-wise, and the food was good. But I did deduct a star because it was so busy that the kitchen had trouble keeping up with demand for their soups, pizzas, and protein offerings. I'm sure this is something they'll address as the business matures and understands the appetites of its patrons better.
Delicious food and great customer service! Every employee I've interacted with here has been extremely nice and helpful. The place is decorated in an absolutely stunning way. From the entrance to the buffet, it has a luxurious feel. The food was really good and there were so many options. There is definitely something for everyone in this buffet. I particularly loved the cocktail shrimp and the Tom Yum soup.
2 months ago
Soupgreen Buffet is dangerous in the BEST possible way because there are just too many good things to choose from! We loaded up on sushi, sashimi, tofu, seaweed salad, rice, rolls, and plenty of other goodies--and that's not even everything we tried. The salmon sashimi was fresh and buttery, the sushi rolls were packed with flavor! I love a buffet where you can sample a little bit of everything without feeling like you have to commit to one entrée, and Soupgreen absolutely delivers. There was a great variety, everything we tried was delicious, and I definitely left feeling like I got my money's worth. Basically, I went in thinking "I'll just have a little." That was adorable of me. Come hungry, bring your appetite, and prepare to make several trips to the buffet! Definitely a great spot for an Asian buffet feast with beautiful modern decor and. attentive service! Don't forget to save room for Ube soft serve for dessert! read more
For a buffet, okay it's good but not sure I will go back for the food. 3 stars because for me that's a good rating for something that doesn't stand out either direction. Was craving crab Rangoon so used yelp to narrow down where to go for lunch. Just the idea of all you can eat Rangoon had me head over heels for soup green buffet. Walking in its a huge place so a little overwhelming for a party of 1, but found my way to the register and got seated. FYI looks like a drink may actually be included in the price which wasn't explained to me, I got water to watch my budget but wish I would have asked. The place is pretty new so it was clean as expected all the tables and chairs looked in good condition as well. The layout of the buffet was nice, they had everything grouped by cuisine which was easy to follow. They had sushi, salad, potato bar, pizza, Chinese food, soups, and deserts. I samples pretty much everything minus the potato and pizza. The soups were okay, I'm a soup lover and was another reason I chose this buffet but all of them were just mid. The crab Rangoon was also not my favorite, it was a little sweet for my liking. Overall it was fine. Nothing to write bad, but personally just not a place I will look to return to. I do wish them luck though! Seems like a place that will make it if they continue to keep everything looking clean and keep the food fresh. read more
10 days ago
Only the honey croissant and ube ice cream deserved a second bite. The sushi was forgettable. The selection was very limited--I didn't see any beef, and this was a Sunday. Then came the ungodly number of snot-nosed children pawing at shared utensils and coughing under the sneeze guard. Someone needs to invent a way to keep kids' germs off the buffet, because watching that circus killed what little appetite I had left. The staff was on point--the only people here who understood the assignment. My guests and I left sad, unfulfilled, and completely cured of any desire to return. read more
18 days ago
Beautiful Restaurant, but the Food Fell Short for Me Atmosphere & Parking Soup Green Buffet is a spacious, beautiful, and clean restaurant. It was fairly busy during my visit, but there was ample parking. Food Lunch was $16.99, including drinks. The buffet has a large salad bar, several soups, and plenty of items to choose from. However, I found the selection of substantial main dishes, especially protein options, quite limited. There were plenty of salads, vegetables, side dishes, and carb-heavy items, but I would have liked more variety in the entrees. The flavors were underwhelming overall. The tom yum soup ingredients seemed overcooked, and the broth lacked the bold flavor I expected. The clam chowder was okay. The sushi was inconsistent, with some rolls being too rice-heavy, and the fish didn't taste as fresh as I would have liked. The miso pizza and ube ice cream were okay but not particularly memorable. Service & Value Service was efficient. You pay at the entrance before eating, including the tip, and a waitress takes care of the section. After tax and tip, the meal came to around $20 per person. While the restaurant is attractive and clean, I found the food experience underwhelming for the price. If you're looking for a quick lunch and don't eat a lot, there are other places where you can spend less. Personally, I'd probably go to Whole Foods for the salad bar, which I prefer. Soup Green Buffet may appeal to people who enjoy lighter food and a buffet setting, but I was hoping for more protein options, more flavorful main dishes, and better overall value. read more
It was such a great value menu! I came during lunch and I think this place is great as an option for group or family dining. Good varieties on the menu, very affordable price and food was good enough to keep you satisfied and full. Some items I love on their menu: jap chae salad, crab salad, fried scallop, fried fish and last but not least the ube soft serve. I'll definitely bring my family here, especially with kids. It's spacious inside, and the interior is good. Service was really fast as well, our waitress always kept our table clean. read more
Was really curious about this new AYCE spot, especially since I love SoupLeaf! Finally got to try it and it was an interesting experience! There are a huge variety of things to choose from, which initially I really liked, because I like trying bites of things. But as I kept eating, I think the mix of things was a bit too much and my stomach was like, "whoa that's enough." Haha. Waiters were kind and helpful, all staff were working hard. There's not really a line system so everyone was kinda going crazy and it was packed when I went. Things are clean and taken care of, which is a plus for buffet spots. I definitely think this place is great for a certain audience or type of people. People wanting to be semi-adventurous or wanting to try food outside of their culture, but not sure where to start... pricing is a bit steep in my opinion, but a lot of people were there so they didn't seem to mind. I think I'll stick to SoupLeaf for now, but if you visit here, the glazed salmon was delicious. Sushi was actually very fresh and I loved their kale salad! read more
Ok lol I am a huge fan of Soupleaf. My whole fam is and all my foodie friends. So when this opened up I knew I had to try it. But my foodie friends were telling me to wait. Online food forums had mixed reviews. So I chose to wait until now u til I heard it got better. I wanted to come for weekday lunch because everyone said it's the best deal then but couldn't make it but this Saturday we were free so we went. I was so excited. I was hungry and couldn't wait. We got there a tad later than I'd like after noon but we got seated. No huge lines yet. You pick your drink and then pay to get in. Weekends are same price as evenings so it was around $25 after tax. My daughter's a teacher so she got that 20% off teacher discount. Not Pepsi zero they said so I tried their jasmine hot tea which the girl assured me it was sweetened. I was surprised and tried it but it was not lol so the waiter brought me iced Lipton tea. I was surprised they had sushi and a lot of mixed hot food options. I know it's soup and salad and heard they had some salmon BUT they have a little bit of everything which got me confused lol So here are my pros: those tiny croissants buttery and sweet so good with ube ice cream. That's the highlight of my meal. Fried fish was good. Walnut shrimp was good. Loved the clam chowder. Kale salad was good. The salmon on the sushi was fresh. Sadly that was it for me. Cons: fried chicken wings which I was looking forward to was not fresh even when they came out The price point is high even for lunch or dinner for the quality of food you are getting. Roast beef I was excited for but not what I expected. The rice is way too big on the sushi Tilapia sushi? Very odd. The salads my son said was the highlight but the selection was few. What happened? The sushi rolls were ok but something messed my stomach up. I couldn't eat anymore after my 1st plate. And I had to take some meds at night to help it digest lol same with my daughter. She still having issues but she thinks it's the raw tilapia or maybe like my guess the mix of food was too crazy. All in all I am glad I tried it. It was busy enough. Nelson Lin looked tired but kind. Was gonna say hi but he had liens of people wanting to talk to him lol I am glad it's doing well. Lots of senior citizens ha I know they have a deal for them right now too I am still giving it a 4 stars because things were bad per se. My personal opinion is that I want some order and flow to my buffets and food. I can't get that here. Is it soup? Is it salad? Why is there lomein and Chinese food now and also sushi? It's becoming a Chinese buffet lol but why is it called Soup Green? lol I am confused but my stomach is way more so. That's all. Weekday Lunch price point is on point. Anything else like my foodie friends all say it's kinda high for what you get. Out of huge respect for Nelson and the Lin family I give 4 stars and I wish I can give more. For soupleaf it's definitely a 5. I go there at least every month and tell everyone it's the best hot pot place in town if not even in Houston. It's better than those over there. And that's saying a lot. But here I am still confused as to what the angle is for Soup Green and I hope they figure it out. It's a beautiful clean place which I love just for me I need a vision lol one that aligns with the name and the goal you are aiming for ~ glad I finally tired it though! read more
It's like Souplantation/Sweet Tomato with an Asian twist! We went around the time they opened, ~11AM ish. My family and I used to go to Souplantation a lot growing up so finding this place then tasting the food here was so much better! Coming in, you notice the grander entryway lobby area filled with a wall of flowers - very chic. Going to your right is the entrance into the buffet. You pay here before you go in to eat. They ask party size, ages of any kid(s), what type of drinks you want then the host takes you to your seat. Kids pricing is 1.5 their age.. so if you have a kid that's 5yr old.. price is 1.5x5. The staff are very attentive and come by every so often to clear tables and to ask how things are. Very good service. Other than that the vibe is typical buffet style. They have lots of options from Romain lettuce to spinach to Japchae to squid salads, tofu salads, kimchi, jello, mandarin salad, Caesar salad, arugula.. their hot sections have coconut shrimp, beef, white rice, fried rice, roasted mushrooms, potatoes, sweet potatoes, different kinds of pizza and garlic bread. Their options are extensive but not too extensive you cant choose what to get.. Soup options include: hot n sour, clam chowder, tom yum, chicken noodle, egg drop, and beef veggie soups. Desserts they have coffee cakes, jello- lychee and strawberry Gelato, fruits (watermelon, peach, pineapples, mandarin orange), and ube ice cream and vanilla ice cream. Both can be swirled if you like they are soft serve from a machine. Overall a very pleasant experience with mid-variety of food options. read more
SoupGreen really exceeded my expectations! Especially for the price point, I was expecting your typical cheap buffet, but everything was so fresh. Their salad bar is really extensive and again, all of the ingredients seem super fresh. They don't have too many hot food/protein items, but what they did have was really good. You would think sitting under the heat lamps would dry everything out. But the fish was super tender and the chicken was pretty juicy and flavorful. From what I've seen in pictures, it looks like they swap out different pastas, so I guess it depends on when you go. And I love that they have baked potatoes and sweet potatoes and a topping bar. I was sadly too full by the time I got around to getting one, so I wasn't able to try it, but it looked so good. I think the soups are a bit on the saltier side, but still pretty decent. And their desserts were tasty too. I was a big fan of their mini croissants, I definitely visited that station more than once. And the ube ice cream has a pretty strong ube flavor. read more
2 months ago
This is a total yes in our book!! Go here! Check it out! Everything was good :) It's beautiful, clean, modern, NEW. The price point is so affordable. Drinks included is unheard of too! The options are really fresh and this far exceeded our expectations. Check the Facebook out to see if they have any special promos going on, because we got the kids dinners for free, which is nice discount off for some during these times. The kids enjoyed it as well, they actually ate the food and asked for more which is surprising. We all loved the ube soft serve for dessert :) Service was quick, they took our used plates off our table periodically to give us space. We will definitely be coming back. read more
My son and I were first timers here, but we won't be last timers !!! Excellent choices of fresh food that everyone can enjoy from salads to soups to sea food, fried chicken, pizza, desserts and so much more !!! The service was good for a buffet and the atmosphere is great as well. read more
2 months ago
This is not your typical Asian buffet. I checked this new buffet out for the first time with my friend recently. SoupGreen is by the same owners of SoupLeaf hotpot, which I actually didn't like. You can read my review of that... I normally avoid Asian buffets because I went to a lot growing up and equated them to cheap, low-quality fried food. But the food here is actually really good! And don't let the name fool you-they have more than just soups and salads! Not only can you customize your greens, they also have fish, pasta, pizza, meats, etc. The Korean japchae and kimchi looked strange-I didn't try those. The service is what you would expect for Asian buffets-none. We sat down and we didn't see our server. There was someone who walked by and we asked if he was our server. Apparently he was. Anyway, you just go up and get your food. Everything is self serve. We didn't have our water cups refilled at all. But you don't have to worry about tips because you pay before you enter the buffet area anyway. Save room for ube ice cream! This had strong ube flavor and was perfectly sweet. I left here so full. If you take food to go, it's priced by weight. It's worth the reasonable $20 pp and I will definitely come back! There's a parking lot. read more
3 months ago
We've been absolutely impressed with SoupGreens (fka Mama Lin's) since their opening and very much enjoyed every single dinner meal that we've eaten there. Prices are very reasonable for an AYCE, options for pickings are abundant, fresh and delicious and you are in control of all the things you put on your plate, what more can you want? With their pricing, drinks are included, the parking situation is wonderful and I'm always impressed with the helpful and friendly staff who are on top of clearing our table of dishes and refilling drinks. The interior decor is also absolutely breathtaking and lovely, and dare I say, even more upscale and lovely than their Soupleaf dim interior vibes? I love that they're extremely family friendly and love everything about SoupGreens! So excited they're so close to my home and happy to support a local Asian business with solid food choices! read more
Soup Green is another restaurant from the Soup Leaf family, so I came in with pretty high expectations! I actually really like the concept, and I've now been here twice hoping I'd enjoy it more the second time around. Unfortunately, I left feeling a little underwhelmed both times. It's not that the food is bad at all--in fact, you can tell the ingredients are really fresh and high quality. They also have a few standout dishes, and I especially loved the mini croissants! That being said, I found myself kind of walking around the buffet and picking at different foods without there being enough dishes that I was genuinely excited to go back for. I think it would be really nice if they rotated the menu more often or added a few more options because I wanted more variety throughout the meal. One thing I did really appreciate was the service. The servers were all incredibly kind, attentive, and helpful, which definitely made for a pleasant experience. As for the price, I wouldn't necessarily say it's cheap or expensive, but I did leave feeling like it was a little pricey for what you're getting. Since most of the buffet consists of salads, vegetables, and lighter dishes, it didn't quite feel like the value matched the price. Overall, I think Soup Green is a nice option if you're looking for a healthier buffet with fresh ingredients, but I personally don't know that I'd go out of my way to come back. The concept is great, the ingredients are fresh, and the service is wonderful--I just wish there were a few more standout dishes and a little more variety to make the experience feel more worth the price! read more
The food is good. They have a great variety of soups and salads, some with an Asian twist. I tried a tid-bit of many items. The standouts: * Panko-fried fish. They were crispy, light, fluffy, and juicy morsels. * Hot and sour soup. It had the right balance of heat (spice), sour, consistency, and textures with mushrooms, bamboo, and egg. * Fried rice. Light, slightly aromatic, and well balanced. * Jap chae. Though it did not include many of the usual ingredients (principally egg and/or other protein), it was perfectly seasoned and the texture was spot on. * Mini croissants. These were delicious. A hint of sweetness and perfect flaky crusts. Each bite was perfect. * Ube ice cream. Should be Ube Ice Scream! The flavor is so subtle, but it is delicious. It's a new favorite for me. All-in-all, the variety was great. They had some unexpected offerings such as the seafood pizza that looked amazing (though I did not try because I kept forgetting), clam chowder, terriyaki salmon, pot roast (I believe). I didn't try the more usual offerings such as their general salad bar. But given the lines, I imagine they're good. I think the price and their service and the atmosphere are on-point. I usually only ever serve myself two plates, sampling only a few things, plus a small dessert. I think I'll have to return to try some of their many other offerings I didn't check out. I think it is at least worth a try, and for a salad and soup buffet, I expect it will sate many of your herbivore needs. We will definitely be returning and including it in our rotation for AYCE when we just can't settle on a single thing. Why only 4*? The place was clean, well-appointed decor-wise, and the food was good. But I did deduct a star because it was so busy that the kitchen had trouble keeping up with demand for their soups, pizzas, and protein offerings. I'm sure this is something they'll address as the business matures and understands the appetites of its patrons better. read more
Delicious food and great customer service! Every employee I've interacted with here has been extremely nice and helpful. The place is decorated in an absolutely stunning way. From the entrance to the buffet, it has a luxurious feel. The food was really good and there were so many options. There is definitely something for everyone in this buffet. I particularly loved the cocktail shrimp and the Tom Yum soup. read more
5 months ago
The Austin Asian community's most anticipated restaurant opening this summer isn't actually an Asian restaurant but they're the same owners and people behind the delicious Soupleaf. What makes Mama Lin's interesting is that it's filling a gap Austin has needed for a long time for a healthy option. A soup or salad! It leans towards the American classics but with Asian tocuhes. The salad ranges from Mandarin salads and classic Caesars. Then there was kimchi, squid salad, Sichuan chicken and japchae. The soup selection includes tomato egg soup, hot and sour soup, clam chowder, cream of mushroom, chicken noodle, and curry lentils. The croissants were one of the biggest surprises for us Flaky, airy, and this is absolutely where they gonna get you read more
Advertised as a buffet, but it's pretty much only soup and salad. The only hot entrees were one kind of baked fish, chicken wings, and thinly cut broiled chicken strips. There werevery few cooked veggies: mushrooms, squash, baked potatoes. Bakery is thawed tiny little cakes in 4 varieties with colorful glaze that are high in color but bland in taste. They did have some hot mini muffins. There is also a frozen soft-serve machine dairy dessert masquerading as ice cream. American food was only Mac and cheese and a couple of pizzas that were under a heat lamp. The same ones were there when we left. No noodles at all, but white and fried rice. Lots of soups. Lots of veggies for the salad. That's about it. If you want all the soup and salad you can eat, then this is the place to go. If you think you're paying $16.84 for a luncheon Chinese buffet, you will be disappointed. read more
1 month ago
It's nice to have another affordable buffet in town! While soup is in the name I mostly got a lot of the meats, salads and even sushi assortment! Everything tastes fresh and is worth a try and definitely get the mini croissants It's great bang for your buck and super spacious so don't have to worry about running into people . Definitely worth a try read more
Loved this buffet! The staff is nice, you get seated and a server takes your drink order. After that you can wander to the buffet. Many MANY soups like the egg, miso, clam chowder, cheddar broccoli. very large salad condiments and pasta. There is also chocolate and vanilla icecream and cakes. Pasta and bread bar. The bread is 10/10 loved the croissants and blueberry bread. Whether with a big party, one other person or by yourself the space is accommodating as the seating arrangements are made for different party sizes making it comfortable No wait time, not absolutely packed and made for very nice visit read more
9 days ago
1 month ago
SoupGreen Buffet opened just three months ago, in June 2026. The location is excellent, right on US-183 near Anderson Mill and Research Blvd in Northwest Austin. The restaurant often offers promotional discounts and posts them on Facebook, such as 20% off for all teachers, buy one, get one 50% off, free kids' dinners, etc. People can really take a chance to try different dishes without ordering a big entree. Three families decided to go for lunch. We picked up our drinks and paid for the buffet. The lunch buffet was $16.99 per person. It was a beautiful restaurant! The layout, seating, and ceiling lights were really attractive. You could really feel the owner's effort and attention to the restaurant's decoration. The selection far exceeded our expectations. Customers could easily get lost among all the soups, salads, bread, rice, pizza, noodles and pasta, beans, meats, fruits, cakes and desserts, and ice cream. We first took some time to walk around the serving counters and look at all the dishes before starting to fill our plates. My daughter especially recommended the Tom Yum soup and hot and sour soup. My husband liked the mini croissants, purple ube ice cream, and fresh fruit. I especially enjoyed the japchae, seafood salad, and chocolate cake. The service was outstanding. The waitress was friendly, smiled often, and was very attentive. She definitely added to our positive experience at the restaurant. One thing was disappointing, though. The advertisements on Facebook indicated that they offered a good selection of meat and protein options, such as baked salmon, roast beef, fried chicken wings, and seafood salad. However, we didn't see any salmon or beef. We later found out that some of these dishes were only available on weekends and during dinner. As a result, we had fried chicken wings and cold seafood salad as our main protein options. After adding salads, fruit, and bread, we felt that the value didn't quite match the price. read more
Great find in Austin, Texas. This reminds me of Sweet Tomatoes with a twist. They have nice different options like teriyaki salmon, shrimp, even pot roast. Their croissants and pizza are great. The selection on soups are delicious like the tom yum and even the porridge. The price is decent includes the drinks. The service is also good. Highly recommended if you are in north austin area. read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
I love how this restaurant not only satisfies the itch for my soup and salad BUT love the Asian influence added to some of their offerings. For example, not only can I get my chowder fix but also some egg drop, AND Tom Yum as well as some hearty chicken noodle soup. Honestly, these soups are so tasty, and I love how they don't skimp on their ingredients. I also love how they have so much to choose from, like legit has something for everyone. For the muscle heads, they have a lot of protein options such as salmon, beef, swai, tofu, and different preps of chicken--my favorite is their chicken wings, so crispy and tender! For the veggie lovers, they have a ton of the traditional veggies you'd find at Souper Salad but also Asian ones like pickled daikon, kimchi, and roasted ones. For the carb lovers, there are soo many options, such as your staple potato/sweet potato, mac and cheese, and spaghetti but they also have fried rice, japchae, miso mushroom pizza, and MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE--honey glazed croissants and blueberry muffins. Oh, and did I mention the desserts in addition to their baked offerings...they have a variety of cakes, pudding, and even lychee jello, anddd when I last visited earlier this week I saw a sign that said Ube softserve is coming soon! Overall, I love the concept, and how inviting the space is and the great selection to choose from. I can't wait for my next visit as I never know what new item will be available to try! If you can, I highly encourage visiting during their soft opening as they are offering 25% off! Thank you again to Nelson and family for opening Mama Lin's Soup and Leaves or I guess rebranded to SoupGreen Buffet, however this will forever be Mama Lin's Soup and Leaves to me, signing off from a fellow Mama Lin. read more
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