The food selection here is pretty vast. Love the hot wings! The Brussels sprouts taste great! It's some fish with white sauce in top love that too. Our server was pretty helpful. We had a big party and the accommodated us as walk ins. There are always a good amount of people in there so it can be rather loud depending on what time of day you go. If you're looking for a kid friendly time I don't really recommend going at lunch time on weekdays. The crowd in there will give you some looks- been here plenty of time to recommend dinner time or any time on the weekends. read more

Service can be weak ! Food : chicken all over cooked . Staff just laugh ! No one wants to help. . Steak and meat loaf good . Mss butterfly shrimp read more

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Well, this is was unexpected. I went into this experience tired and starving but expecting a Golden Corral meal level that did the job as this was located across the street from my hotel. At first glance was a bit surprised at the size thinking the options were more than I expected but, again, this isn't my first buffet so I knew it would be edible but nothing great. Well color me shooketh. This buffet was buffets like Golden Corral promise but don't deliver. The food was delicious and the variety was incredible: soul food, Mexican, Italian, grilled meats, fish, seafood, burgers, pizza, side dishes of roasted garlic balsamic Brussels sprouts to Onion rings and fries. Let me give you an example, I passed on the steak because I KNEW buffet steak: tough, overcooked and dry. My son got it was like "mom this is very good" so he gave me bite. Wood grilled, tender and juicy and not overcooked. Now, it was on par with Outback or Texas Roadhouse so don't expect Capital Grill but for 16.99 a person and all you can eat? 10/10. Desserts were solid but normal buffet level, the standout is the cakes which were very good. Service was kind, friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back! read more

Wood Grill Buffet - Steakhouses Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

Visited today after being at Monticello for 3 hours. I was surprised how many items on the buffet were good to very good. Pot Roast, meatloaf, BBQ pork, corn casserole, onion rings, homemade chips......it was all good. 4 1/2 stars read more

One of the best American buffet I've had in recent years. Even greater was the price, an excellent value for the wide variety of dishes. Extra points since most of the items were good quality. Staff were friendly & attentive. If you want even better value, come for lunch. Dining area is enormous but not crowded. read more

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This is the first we dined at this buffet. There are so many items serving for the dinner buffet. They offer senior discount and as long as you arrive before 4 pm, you still pay lunch price. Drinks are not included in the buffet. I believe it is $2.49 for soda. I was pleasantly surprised with the selections. They have fresh fruits, salad, two choices for soup, all kinds of meats, fish, etc. The salad offerings are very good. Everything was very good. Service was excellent. read more

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My son took me here for Father's Day, good soul food cooking with lots to choose from! Price is definitely worth all you can eat!

Was in the area and looking for a place to eat that I had never been to before. Looked up buffets (a guilty pleasure of mine), and found this place. I expected a Golden Corral knock-off, but what I got was even better! LOTS of variety, and so many good things to choose from. Some items I had never had before, others were lightyears beyond any other place I had tried in the past in terms of taste and quality. I was seated in a room separate from the main dining area. It was a busy Friday evening, and I was expecting scraps on the line since it was getting later. However, to my surprise: they were still stocking fresh food right up until closing! Service was awesome. My server Keisha was excellent! (Give that girl a raise!) I never once had to ask for refills, and my cup was never empty. Place seemed pretty clean too. My favorites were the cheeseburgers, brussel sprouts, broccoli casserole, barbeque ribs, crab cakes, and the desserts. Plenty of something for everyone at this one. They don't have any of these where I live, and since I was only visiting the city, I was trying to make the most out of my experience. I could've gorged myself even further on more grub, but I resisted. If I ever return to that area, I will certainly be going back! Perhaps one of, if not the best buffet I've ever been to! (and the first five-star review I've ever left on here) Only complaints: some of the salad options were not that great. Avoid the peaches, folks! No bueno! Overall, one of the best restaurants I have had the pleasure of dining at. Can't wait to go back. read more

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This has a great price for a buffet in the food I feel is above average and there's a wide variety.

We needed a lunch stop on a road trip and decided to give it a shot with all the reviews. Level setting, it's your basic buffet serving various American food. There were items that did surprise me with how they were. Fried chicken, fried shrimp, green beans, cheddar garlic biscuits; all solid choices. A few items were fine. Mashed potatoes, Swedish meatball, chicken tenders, stuffing/dressing, chicken soup; a little less flavorful than I'd have hoped. Nothing was bad, though there were items I wouldn't get again in favor of ones I preferred. Food was coming out frequently and fresh, so that was nice. Staff was attentive and checked in as we ate. While I might not make it a destination, it was a good lunch at a decent price. read more

Wood Grill Buffet - Steakhouses Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Great food at a great price. Amazing they can offer such a wide variety of food (including fresh fruits and vegetables) at this price. Come hungry. Highly recommend to everyone. read more

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This was an amazing buffet! Let me tell you, I was skeptical until I read the reviews. This was the best buffet I've been to since I was a kid. The food is so good!!! The employees do a good job a keeping the food fresh and plentiful. The buffet was kept stocked and nothing seemed to be old. The food was well seasoned, too! The yeast rolls were huge! I had two...tee hee. My sister and I cannot stop talking about how good it was. We'll definitely come back! read more

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Food is always fresh and tasteful! The servers/waitresses here are always on point and making sure you are comfortable and have what you need. Overall this establishment is very warm, and always inviting. read more

Apparently liked by many by how busy they always are. Typical large buffet offerings. Some things good, some things just fair. Good place if you have several people who want different food or picky kids. Not my favorite, but I see the benefit. read more

Tons of food, average taste but biggest issue is there are NO labels with what is what, scary for food allergy sufferers - it's all a mystery.... read more

I love the variety of different types of food so it's great for Sundays after church when the whole family can go out and don't have to worry about everyone trying to find a place that satisfies everyone's taste buds. There's something for everyone. read more

Some of the best buffet food I've had since I was a kid. Reminded me of the older style buffets from the 90s and early 2000s with home-cooked style food. Smell inside was wonderful. I didn't even get to try everything because I was so stuffed. Excellent selection all around and if I'm ever back in the area I defintely want to visit again and bring my family along. Service was great as well. This was not the experience that I expected to get on a random Tuesday night...but man did I get a treat. read more

We always make sure we go to Wood Grill Buffet every time to Charlottesville. The food is always great and fresh. The staff is friendly and the people that go there are all different from background so it's kind of fun. read more

Was driving through Charlottesville and saw this on the side of the road and I convinced my boyfriend to try it out and let me say, it's was great! A wide selection of good and warm comfort food for everyone! A great buffet if you happen to be in the area and come hungry read more

For those who don't have time, patience, or interest to read the details, this is a must go and worth driving to even if you're far away! The best in town and out of town! Real American buffet which offers real food and not frozen food! I've been here before, many years ago! Maybe 2015 ? I don't remember the details from that visit but I remember my impression and my impression was good but not fascinating! This time, I'm impressed! It's either they improved or I changed! Lol I went there at 7 pm on Sunday before they closed at 8:30 pm and I was very skeptical about that timing but I was surprised with a very busy buffet, well organized , fresh hot steaming food!! The moment the buffet runs out of the item, immediately get refilled! Items I really loved: - The steak! Add mushroom or fried shrimp when you eat it! - big fried shrimp, make sure to take their house made tartar sauce - the grilled chicken!!!! Oh my goodness!! This was a tale! It's better than any chicken I had at any restaurant! Juicy and tasty! - The spaghetti was fresh and tasty, and it compliments the grilled chicken! Make sure to pair it with it. - You can make tacos, burgers, and hot dogs, but what I really like about it is that I made amazing burgers from the buffet! One with Thousand islands sauce ( tasted like a big Mac) and other toppings from the salad bar! Surf and turf burger with shrimp added on! You can do pretty fun stuff! - The fried liver! - the fried chicken, chicken nuggets, and chicken tenders!! - the salad bar! Fresh and nice! - The roast beef pot - there was many more items that looked amazing, but I didn't have the capacity to try it! Lol - The dessert area is amazing and dangerous!! The soft serve ice cream machine is really good, not like the other buffets . I suggest you get hot bread pudding and vanilla soft serve ice cream on it!! Mmmm, you will love it! The chocolat cream pie maybe was a frozen product, but I loved seeing it on the buffet! The service was very nice and kind! The restroom was not clean but you can tell that it was just the from the restroom traffic as it was so busy, I let them know and they happily took care of it and I won't minus any stars for that! Still 5 stars buffet! Priced at $22 but worth it! Try it, vote for the review , message me, or compliment me with any comment or question, and don't forget to ... Pray for me ;) read more

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A very nice buffet with plenty of options. There was a large salad bar, and plenty of vegetables. The proteins were hot and fresh!

Stopped off here on our way home. They had great reviews and wow they did not disappoint. Great comfort food in an all you can eat setup for under $20. The fried chicken, fish, ribs, really everything was amazing. On top of that our waitress Tatiana was great. Will definitely be back. read more

The food was really good. So much to choose from and the staff was very nice. Definitely recommend eating here.

Love the food, great choices, almost anything that you can name. Food is always hot, great salad bar. Great dessert bar!!! Hot rolls are lighter than air!!! I guarantee if you go once, you will definitely visit again. I highly recommend the Wood Grill!!! read more

This is hands down the best buffet dining I have experienced! I would typically never even eat at a buffet ... but we stopped after a tour of UVA. I was pleasantly surprised to find a very fresh salad bar including tuna salad, crab salad and even fresh peel and eat shrimp, southern fried foods including catfish and fried green tomatoes and a wide selection of meats, sides and kid friendly options! Dessert bar has something for everyone too! Our server, Rob, was so attentive! Our glasses were never empty and he checked on us multiple times throughout our meal. It was so nice to hear that many of the employees have been working there for years too! Try this place ... even if you aren't a buffet person! It's a must in Charlottesville! read more

Food and service. Waitresses were very friendly very large selection of food everything for anyone.

My first time at this restaurant. I had read many reviews that said the Wood Grill was very good. I can now say the place was huge. The food was very good. Lots of different stations with a great variety of food. They do have someone that helps bring the drinks. The restaurant has so many choices. When I return I'll try some new offerings. read more

This place was good. Think all you can eat buffet but on steroids. The staff was great as well. Will return.

Steak was tough as a boot. Foods are not labeled as to what they are. Dessert bar had very few items, mainly cookies and jello. Salad bar is plentiful with lots of choices. Service was fantastic bringing items quickly as needed. Vibe was semi - western. read more

Love the place. The food cured my depression. Everything. Was bomb as hell. 12/10 would recommend

Shockingly great for a buffet. The food was well seasoned, but not overly seasoned very clean and the servers were great and attentive.

I was pleased with the environment Within this restaurant and the good service provided. It was surprising, however, that some sides, the greens, meat loaf, and soups were not seasoned and not as flavorful as they could have been. read more

It was my first time here with friends and family for a breakfast buffet. The food is great and the service is good. Our server was very friendly and the restaurant was pretty clean. read more

Wood Grill Buffet - Steakhouses Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

5/11/24 was the first time I came here. I came here with my family after my cousin graduated from Liberty University in Lynchburg. This restaurant was definitely packed on a Saturday night which didn't surprise me. The food was definitely good. This restaurant reminded me of Golden Corral (the one located in Bensalem, PA outside of Philly). The staff was nice. read more

One word--Amazing! This place was a lot of fun to experience and if I lived closer, I would probably go more often! Everything was fresh and delicious and such a wonderful variety! Cost was not "too bad" for the excellent experience! Service was "pretty good," too--considering I was there at what was probably a "peak" time. read more

I am not a buffet person but the Wood Grill Buffet has exceptional food and service. Go hungry! It is an all you can eat with a substantial amount of tasty choices. The sweet potato casserole is better than Grandma's. The veggies are well seasoned. Mashed potatoes are the real deal. Maybe the best prepared catfish I have eaten. The dessert buffet has numerous choices...oh yes, and the salad bar! Do not miss this place if you are hungry for comfort food. Great staff too! read more

Food is WORTH and Great price! The best buffet in town! Service is good, they were fast to give you a seat and our server is not much attentive we're in our 3rd round our plates are still in our table and we saw her just chatting with her co workers not even busy that time since its a after lunch time. Ambiance is good, clean and nice. read more

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This may have been the happiest out kids were at all our dinner stops on the trip. They loved the Mac n cheese, bread, chicken noodle soup & broccoli. Dessert was a big hit too. Soft serve ice cream sundaes. Husband enjoyed the salad bar. He didn't make it much past that. I enjoyed the salad bar along with the sweet potato casserole. For dessert the chocolate pie was rich & decadent. Hit the spot. I don't think we would go back. It was worth trying & great to not have to wait for food when the kids were tired after a long day. Overall, it is not the quality of food we usually enjoy. read more

It's been a while since I've been to a buffet like this, so I enjoyed my visit here. Plenty, plenty of seating indoors as one should expect when it comes to buffets. Enough tables for large groups too. Cornbread here was sweet and very good! Definitely on the better side of the different kinds of cornbread I've tried throughout the years. Steak here is a hit or miss for those of you who like it medium rare and tender. Choose wisely, appearances aren't everything. Corn was great along with the honey mustard? covered fish. Fish was very soft and fell apart pretty easily (good thing). The fried chicken here was very good also. I dont recommend the breasts since they can easily be a bit hard and dry, but the chicken drumsticks were great: crispy skin with juicy meat inside. Despite having said all this, the fried shrimp was my favorite. Some might say it's over-fried, but I just really enjoyed it especially topping it off with some cocktail sauce. You see two dishes here, but I got a third dish just for fried shrimp. Stuff yourself when you come here, and it'll definitely be your moneys worth of food. TIP: Noticed that the staff sing a quick happy birthday song per request. Just FYI For any of you who wish to celebrate a birthday here :) read more

Wood Grill Buffet - Steakhouses Near Me - Charlottesville, Virginia

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Really nice buffet where masking wearing and glove using is enforced. Staff who see customers without masks will remind customers to wear a mask before heading to the food area and to use the disposable gloves. There are gloves and sanitizer stationed near the food area (not in the food area, but around it). Staff is very friendly and attentive. The food is good, but I liked some of the flavors from Golden Corral better. The dessert section was really good. Make sure you take a look at your cake/food item though because I saw a hair on mine and was able to notify staff before I ate it. Overall, I enjoyed the buffet and the food. I left feeling full but not overly stuffed full. read more