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    Buffet City

    3.8 (96 reviews)
    ModerateBuffets, Sushi Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    BUFFET CITY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Nick S.

    I'm a fan! A big fan. The price is very reasonable for all the options and there are many tasty choices. The sushi table is particularly impressive and there is also seafood. Soups. American options from fries, pizza, ham and mashed potatoes, to a wonderful array of desserts, puddings, jellos, and even some salad! Yes, salad. Try a lil of things and go back for more if you like them. I didn't love everything but many dishes were quite tasty and there is a Hibachi station and so many choices and ways to mix and match I think for the price this is a big WIN. The peeps working here aren't super friendly, I'm not sure why, but I think the quality and variety of the buffet options and the fun of an AYCE buffet with so many good selections and desserts is pretty amazing really.

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    Sinead F.

    First, I will start with the things I appreciated about Buffet City. The restaurant was clean. The atmosphere was calm, and our server was kind. I also feel as though there was a decent selection of dishes to sample. My personal favorite were the lo mein noodles. However, I did feel the quality of the food could improve. It was clear that some of the food items were premade products. Some of the desserts were served in the plastic containers they were boxed in upon arrival. I also doubt that the egg buns are made in house. I feel as though the actual food they make tastes good (ie. Chicken, krab rangoons, sushi), but they should think twice before purchasing processed products that would be better made in house.

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    Selmy B.

    Consistent, attentive, and a wide selection of food options. Attendants keep the food coming and the serving stations wiped clean. Plenty of clean plates at each end of each station for you to pick your food. My personal favorite is the Hibachi grill where I get to pick my veggies, meat and sauces. Combining them is the best part. People don't forget to tip the chef. Standing and cooking nonstop has got to be exhausting behind that hot grill. The servers are attentive and friendly. Keeping our table cleared of plates and refilling our soda and water. This is a family local crowd. With plenty of big tables to accommodate big groups plus a couple of booths too. Plenty of parking in the plaza and senior discounts, too.

    Art C.

    Fast and filing I have held off stopping by knowing I would overeat. That ended yesterday when I was in the area for an appointment with limited time for a lunch visit. I figured I could eat but didn't have time to overeat. I was wrong. As soon as I walked in I was shown to a seat and asked what I wanted to drink by the hostess. Efficient, and I headed right over to the buffet stations. It all looked very organized with plenty of plates at the end of the stations. I grabbed a plate and loaded up with Chinese food, mostly with chicken. It was all delicious. For my next trip I varied what I picked up and included a large piece of Kielbasa. It was all delicious. It was easy to signal for the check and pay while I finished up and I was on my way, walking slower to my appointment than I did getting to the restaurant. While my plan to not overeat failed, I was glad I finally stopped in. I was impressed with the newness of the place and the variety of the food. Buffet City is located where the Oriental Buffet was for many years. While it seemed familiar it was also better. And for a quantity eater like me, a seductive place.

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    Renelle W.

    It's very difficult to still find places that offer a variety of entrees less than $20, let alone a buffet. Both Buffet City's lunch and dinner menu are less than $20, which to me is ideal in this economy! I did have to pay $8.99 for my toddler (4year old) and I wouldn't say it was worth it because she barely eats. It is an Asian buffet. There is so much to choose from. Sushi, Wok station, Soups, kids station, raw bar, desserts, hot entree, ice cream, popsicles! Just an array. Most things I ate were delicious. I wasn't a fan of the sushi and baked salmon but other than that, everything else was good. There are limited vegetarian options. The service is good as well. There weren't dirty plates laying around, which was impressive during the busy lunch hour. They kept the establishment and food area very clean as well.

    Zacharias P.

    This restaurant is situated in plaza off of beeridge in Sarasota, and has plenty of parking. I went there on a Saturday evening and the place was very busy. There was about a 10 minute wait. The restaurant is a buffet and includes a hibachi station, sushi, shrimp, crab legs, and a range of other Asian style dishes. The selection was plentiful but I thought the quality of many of the dishes could be improved. The desert station was particularly disappointing. But I mostly stuck to crab legs, sushi and shrimp so was decent enough for me. Clearly a very popular place. The restaurant is clean and has a modern vibe to it.

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    Henny N.

    I recommend this place. For all you can eat food, I can say this place is good! Reasonable price. $14 for lunch. They have a huge selection of food. My two fav are sushi and hibachi. The service was good but the host was rude. I guess that's why there are looking for a host. There were so many people but the place is big so you can really hear people.

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    1 year ago

    decent selection a LOT of good choices on the Hibachi grill located in the middle of a shopping center but actually roomy on the inside

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    2 years ago

    Sooooooooo Very Many many many many many many choices that all have the exact same taste

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    2 years ago

    The food was very good so many options and very fresh. The service was good I will be back the price was also good for all the options

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    2 years ago

    Very happy they reopened since it was always a favorite. Food and variety is great! Friendly and attentive staff.

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    2 years ago

    Best buffet I have ever been to plus the food is amazing and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable

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    Ask the Community - Buffet City

    How much will the Buffet be on Thanksgiving?

    $20

    What time does dinner start?

    They are open from 11 Am to 9:30 pm. It's a buffet all is available.

    Is there anything for vegetarians to eat?

    Yes and no. You can eat vegetables but there's always going to be some sort of animal fat on them during the cooking process.

    Where is the other location?

    The original Buffet City is in Port Charlotte.

    Want to see Menu?

    There is no menu it's a buffet. It has an array of Chinese food and Japanese hibachi and sushi and some American options. Also has salads and desserts.

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