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    The Grand Buffet

    2.9 (577 reviews)
    PriceyBuffets
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    THE GRAND BUFFET ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Crab Legs with fresh Garlic and spicy sauce. Amazing!
    Ashley H.

    On May 30, 26 I want to shoutout the lady who was working the Mongolian grill who steams the crab legs and cooks it with all the flavoring. I have never experienced a buffet do this before and I didn't get a chance to show her my appreciation! Super super delicious, she made the best most flavorful crab legs. Thank you Chef!!!

    Prime Rib, barbecue ribs, shrimp, chicken.
    jon s.

    Food taste good. They have wide variety of food selection for brunch. From American, Italian, Asian, Mediterranean and Mexican food they have it. Great selection of desserts too. My wife and I enjoyed the crab legs, mussels, prime rib and barbecue ribs, chicken and shrimp just a little dry. Pho noodle soup are made to order and ingredients are fresh. Service was awesome! Wait staff greeted us with a smile. Ambiance is cozy. Looks like people are enjoying eating and having conversation.

    Mary Ann F.

    We have been going to the main ballroom for 3 years for Thanksgiving and it has everything you can imagine. Each it gets more expensive and the quality goes downhill. This year the price went up to $79 per person. The two things that were excellent were the bisque and the Beef Wellington. The filet was overcooked and burned on the outside. All the desserts were awful, literally tasteless, I just couldn't finish any of them. My family had the turkey and found it dry. Any drinks were not included with the meal which was annoying. We decided to pass on going to this one again and are going to look for a new spot.

    Jill M.

    We love the Grand buffet located inside Grand Sierra Resort. One of the best buffets in Reno. Came with a large party on Valentines weekend around 6:30pm. Line was long, but moved pretty fast. We waited about 45 minutes. Once inside, our server was amazing. Crab legs were huge. Prime rob was cooked well and tender. And pho was heart warming. Plenty of desserts to choose from as well. Pro tip: get a GSR players club and use it for a discount at the buffet.

    Tacos(carne asada, crab legs and Siomai
    Berlyn D.

    After 10yrs I went back here with my family. The kids ate good. The steak is great, cooked perfectly! The omelette was cooked nicely. Tacos taste great! The Asian food was okay, I like the Siomai that most! My partner said it was 6/10. The seafood with snow crab legs are too fishy taste I ended up throwing all four legs. Dessert area my nieces enjoyed it! I like the truffle bar, I was excited for the canoli but the cream wasn't all the way just the tips. The mango was too sour. I enjoyed the strawberry mousse vegan cookies and the ice cream(cookies & cream). Overall, fam enjoyed.

    More crab legs
    Nu H.

    Been here a few times but just mediocre. Nothing special besides the crab legs. There is a variety of food to chose from such as Asian, American, Italian, pho soup, tacos, and deserts and more. Its a convenient place to eat at when arriving at the hotel when you dont know what to eat or go outside the hotel. We basically ate the cold and heated crab legs. The waiter was quick at cleaning our tables each time we finished eating. I think we ate our money's worth.

    6/13/24 Grand Sierra buffet
    Lee D.

    This review is based on a FREE buffet earned on "Thursday gamble $300 for free buffet" night. Quality/Quantity - I overate... And I am a light eater. I soooo regretted it afterwards. Woke up the next day still feeling off. Might not eat for the next 3 days, lol. Following stations, I was not able to visit all as I just could not eat any more. Seafood - Okay, came here twice for that delicious crab! Mediterranean. Mongolian Grill. Asian Wok - Got a sample of chow mein, noodles. Pacific Rim. Pho Station - I skipped; it was too hot for soup. Italian - Got some delicious deep fried raviolis. Smoke House - My favorite station, got a rib, prime rib, etc. Taco Bar - Made to order, thank you. Americano. Saute Omelets, Pasta. Sweets - Got a little of everything. Make sure you get that delicious gelato, ice cream! Saturday and Sunday open for breakfast/brunch. Atmosphere - Decent size, I have been here during busy weekends when you have a full house. Today, even with a free buffet after losing $300, lol, the seating was still manageable. I have not been here in a while, as I just can NOT eat enough to justify the cost. Or worse, I eat myself sick as I did today... Which again, was NOT worth it. Plenty of stations, more Asian selections then I expected. Open 4 days a week see Yelp or website; closed Mondays to Wednesdays. Service - Just okay, basically self-service. Price - Free (after losing $300, lol) + generous tip. Otherwise $45+ tax for adults, which I feel is expensive for what you get. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success, we are only customers when we are hosting guests. But don't worry, we frequent all your other restaurants. :) And are still loyal customers to your casino.

    Pink undercooked lemon chicken
    Tiffany Z.

    5 stars only for our experience from Raul who was very attentive, super friendly and made sure our drinks were always full and our plates were cleared by the time we came back with another round of food. He really made our experience memorable with how kind he was. As for the food, a lot of options for stations- Asian, Italian, pho, American, carving, salad and desert, etc. however there was no MAC & cheese which was strange. My biggest concern was my undercooked chicken which scared me so I didn't eat it when I saw how pink it was. Traffic was mild for dinner, line was decent and the dining room was clean and not crowded. However more attention to the quality and consistency of food would be ideal. Overall, left feeling full and happy thanks to Raul!

    Baked potatoes, Dungeness crab and Rice Pilaf
    Elvia D.

    Since Covid, there hasn't been a buffet that I was interested in going to. I was invited to the Grand Buffet and can now say, it's one of my go-to! For transparency, I visited on "Lobster night," where each guest had one ticket to a lobster and unlimited crab dishes. It was $69.00 per adult and $34.00 per child. I encourage anyone going to this buffet to look online/social media for special nights. Regardless, all of the normal food options were pretty tasty! I found myself enjoying the variety offered and went back for seconds. Will be recommending this buffet when asked, what's the best buffet in Reno/Sparks?

    Crystal C.

    First time trying this buffet at the Grand Sierra. I was very excited to try all the fun goodies awaiting my tummy. The line was not long when we got there but shortly after it filled up pretty fast. I suggest getting there a hour at least before opening. I started out with one ravioli stuffed with mushrooms, a couple fried zucchini, fried shrimp, some crab legs looked like half a whole crab, mashed potatoes with gravy and a chocolate coffee cake. Everything I got was ok for a buffet, but the mashed potatoes wth gravy stood out the most for me on that first round. The ravioli tasted like lasagna I was expecting more mushroom wild forage type of taste. Not a fan of the zucchini it was kinda limp from the moisture of the hot pans. I enjoyed the crab legs after the host brought us some leg crackers (idk the word for that tool). Second trip was for a great big bowl of beef stock pho with beef and tofu all the veggies. Along with a lemon meringue slice of pie and some pineapple fruit. The PHO was amazing!!!! It was my favorite The broth was so golden with just the right amount of spices & fixens. I also got a pork rib and prime meat slice from the carvers station. They were not for me a little too bloody on the prime and too greasy on the pork rib. The drinks come in huge I mean extra huge glasses. Either this is for the host and hostess don't have to make so many trips to refill, or the company wants you to fill up on drinks to cut down on food waste and consumption. The price was kinda high for the amount of food I actually ate but I know they do offer lots of food options with different special booths that make custom items for your liking. If you have a huge appetite you can eat something from every spot. The seating is not the best this time around. I was sat right next to the long line of customers waiting to come in giving us hurry up and leave looks. The casino floor right there with all the bells and whistles and cigarette smoke ruining my mealtime. Next time I'll ask to sit as far as possible from there I know the smoke travels but for a non smoker it really is not favorable. Smoking is unhealthy, causes death and I hate going to the casinos because of this main reason. Overall I don't know if I'll ever make this my first choice to go but if someone had a get together or wanted to go try it I would go with them. The deserts looked amazing. I didn't get to try them all .

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    Ask the Community - The Grand Buffet

    Do I need a reservation for a party of 4 for brunch?

    The website did not state clear on the dinner menu, but the price was $58 on Friday and Sunday night, do they have crabs on those nights? Crab legs on Sunday brunch too?…

    Do they always have crab legs? Or is this only on Friday and Saturday?

    Sunday Champagne Brunch also. Sit in Pudy's section she's the best. Make sure to treat her well though

    Does it have time limit?

    Be out before they close and if you take longer than 40 minutes, double the tip to make up for the wait staff not getting to turn the table. Enjoy yourself, relax, and check out the new Taco Bar.

    Does this buffet still serve lobster as a part of their seafood dinner?

    Not that i could see

    Are there any specials for locals or over 55?

    Yes if your a casino member, just get a card when you come in, and 20 % per cent off if your a local resident....

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    The Buffet

    The Buffet

    3.2
    (188 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Great service and great crabs! Crab legs were meaty and hot off the pot. They provide you with some…read moretools so dig right in!! There were prime ribs, ham, Mahi Mahi, mussels, chicken, ribs, 4-5 different kinds of shrimps for protein choices, and many sautéed veggies, sushi rolls, soup, fruits etc... We loved Tiramisu cup and hazel nut praline for desserts. Our server Zack, was super friendly and attentive, keeps coming to change our crab buckets, take empty plates and refill drinks. We had a really good supper here. Would come back again.

    Been visiting a few buffets around Reno lately, because who doesn't love getting your multiple…read moreplate and 11 course meal groove on? I for one love my dining cuisine like I love my romances, plentiful and leaving me desiring nothing but to drift off into deep blissful slumber. Well here at the J casino I can assure you that even though this buffet doesn't look like much at first glance it packs a powerful wallop. There is no skipping the line, even if you are a higher tiered member. I actually like that because I find it to be fair. Just the way the good lord intended we eat at places of convenience. Luckily the line wasn't too long and the person behind the register was swift. Next our server was great! Her name was Janet and she also works as a nurse practitioner for elderly people, and you would think that would make her slower or perhaps a little too exhausted to keep at it, but to our surprise she was beyond helpful and the service was excellent. The buffet has crab legs, mini pizzas, salads, pastas, and desserts there's plenty of variety and lots of friendly faces to assist you if you should need anything. The overall environment seems eager to help. Very much recommended this place, it's one of my new staples in my diet.

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    Oceano

    Oceano

    3.8
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$$

    The Peppermill is our favorite place to stay in Reno and on our last trip we decided to try Oceano…read moreafter eating at some of the other restaurants there. Boy, are we glad we did! The ambiance is beautiful. The huge video screens featuring breathtaking scenes from around the world make you feel immersed in each destination and create such a relaxing atmosphere. The service was outstanding. My husband ordered the all-you-can-eat sushi and absolutely loved it. I had the Caesar salad with Dungeness crab and it was incredible. The crab was fresh, delicious and they were very generous with it. We are heading back to the Peppermill next month and Oceano is definitely at the top of our list. Highly recommend!

    Although we arrived a bit late, almostb9 pm, we appreciated that the staff welcomed us though they…read moreadvised we might need to rush the orders a little. Our souls kids love the sushi all you can eat deal, so our gang of 6 took it. Our server promptly brought us drinks and food. To be honest, I was skeptical with sushi all you can eat, but once the food arrived, my concerns disappeared. Just looking at the ginger and wasabi tray, I could predict that it would be delicious and fresh. We couldn't believe that we ate everything including an extra bowl of clam chowder and a few scoops of Greenpeace ice cream. Hotel food is usually boring, but not at the Peppermill. Great job!

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    Boomtown Steakhouse

    Boomtown Steakhouse

    4.1
    (186 reviews)
    9.8 mi
    $$$

    Everything was delicious and plated so nicely. Our server, Dan was awesome. He had excellent…read morerecommendations and is the best bartender!! Very personable and friendly. Our table was nice and intimate, and they even sprinkled confetti to celebrate our anniversary. We will definitely be back!!

    I visited Boomtown Steakhouse in Verdi, NV [2100 Boomtown Garson Rd] on Sunday, 05/10/26, around…read more4:30 PM. I came here during the holiday, Mother's Day, which had an influx of guests at the restaurant. The server throughout my dining experience was Tori. She was recently hired as a new server and wasn't too knowledgeable about the menu as of yet. With that being said, I desired to show patience and grace since she was still in the training stage. I proceeded to order the following items for dinner: * Oysters on the Half Shell (6) * Lobster Bisque Bowl * $29 Special - Filet Mignon & Jumbo Shrimp with Green Beans and Mashed Potatoes The entire occurrence presented as quite interesting, to say the least. I first received the oysters. It had arrived with an empty serving vessel, which was supposed to be filled with the mignonette sauce. Tori quickly fixed this mistake. The oysters met expectations in terms of freshness and quality. They were very delicious with the mignonette sauce, cocktail sauce, and lemon juice. Then, I received the Lobster Tomato Bisque. The soup was lacking in flavor and needed help in the seasoning department. I grabbed the peppercorn grinder, which was readily available at the table. Upon twisting the grinder, a lot of peppercorns fell into the soup unfortunately. I kindly requested that Tori replace the soup. A nearby table had the same situation, where an individual had a bunch of pink salt spill over the baked potato dish. Tori was also their server. I noticed that Tori pointed at me and mentioned to the party that I did the same action. When making that observation, I was quite embarrassed. I understood that Tori was trying to make the other table feel better but the finger-pointing provided a slightly unpleasant feeling to me. I finally received the Filet Mignon & Jumbo Shrimp with Green Beans and Mashed Potatoes as the entree. However, it took a total of 1.5 hours to arrive at the table. It was quite long and a little frustrating, especially since I've noticed that a couple of parties that seated after me ordered the same meal deal and their food arrived before mine. The steak and shrimp were delectable. The green beans were bland (used butter, pepper + salt) and the mashed potatoes were decent in flavor. All in all, the evening at Boomtown Steakhouse was underwhelming. From the food taking a while to come out, sitting down at a wobbly table, the soup tasting bland, and the overall hospitality from Tori, the experience left some room to be desired. At the end, I truly appreciated the complimentary chocolate mousse dessert. This offering made up slightly for everything that had transpired. I don't recommend visiting this restaurant on a holiday, including Mother's Day. When I decide to return here, it will be on a regular weekday.

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    Churrasco Brazilian Steakhouse

    Churrasco Brazilian Steakhouse

    4.4
    (1k reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free parking

    It was my first time at Churrasco and the experience was phenomenal. The churrasqueros were on…read morepoint. The meat cuts were delicious, the mashed potato complimented everything. My favorite was the sirloin and the picaña (apologize if I misspelled). The hot table at the main line had 8 different food items, the salmon was one of my favorites. The service was amazing, our server Elena (apologize if I misspelled once again) was on top of the game. I had a red wine called Bonanza that paired really well with all the meats. Chicken thigh, sirloin, bacon wrapped filet mignon, lamb, and spicy sausage were other meat options we tried. All of them were amazing, my first time trying lamb. The restaurant is clean, pristine, it elevated my experience there. I will come back again...perfect to take the wife out. The restrooms have floss and mouth wash, that was pretty dope. Overall, one of the best experiences I have had so far.

    This is my second time here. The first time I came was years ago when they first opened and I was…read morenot impressed. They seemed to have improved since then. Make reservations. This spot gets busy and the wait time can be long. Once seated, you get a rundown of how everything works. If you have been to a Brazilian steakhouse before, you'll be familiar with the set up. You have a chip to flip to green if you want to be offered more and then it can be flipped to red to signal you are taking a break. Wait staff are very observant and offer meats if your chip is green. It was nice when wait staff asked if there was an option we had not gotten to try yet and he made it a point to make sure it came our way at some point during the meal. I was disappointed with how some of the meat was cooked but it's understandable since it's a large portion to be served to everyone. Some of the lamb and sirloin were very dry. The tri tip and rib eyes were the best. Their salad bar in the middle is unlimited but of course you don't want to fill up on sides. I'd suggest the scallop potatoes and the mushroom risotto. Lots of drink options and wine. They were coming around serving a liquer 43 cocktail which was actually incredibly enjoyable. A little bit of a caffeine kick to get you through the heavy meal. Overall, better experience but there are still areas I think can be improved to make this even better and can stand with other comparable Brazilian restaurants around the CA/NV areas.

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