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    East Bay Buffet

    4.0 (534 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Daniel M.

    I got to enjoy lunch with my family here for my birthday today and I was extremely happy. Did you know birthday people get to eat for free? That pleased me. But even if I were to pay for myself, I thought the value (for lunch anyway) was very good. This is so much better than the Chinese buffets on my side of the East Bay which encompasses the far east side of Contra Costa County. For one, sashimi being offered as part of the lunch spread is very welcome. Would've been nice if they were a little thicker but it's all you can eat so it's not a huge deal. I like that there was a nice selection of bottled drinks included with the meal and not just the typical fountain. That's rare for me to see. I LOVED the build your own malatang station. I've found that it's starting to be a popular thing with some buffets lately but this is the first time I've had one at a reasonably priced buffet. I love having malatang that I don't have to be conscious of the price by the pound for a change. Desserts were probably the weakest part of the buffet. The ice cream especially was rock hard. Not a huge fan of the tiny ice cream cups that are provided. I much prefer having the option to self scoop ice cream, especially if there's more flavors than just vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. Overall, I had a wonderful experience and my picky family also liked it so that's pretty high praise. I hope we can come back here for our next birthday.

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    Joe P.

    It was my second time here and I do enjoy this place. Some items I'm not fond off but most items I do enjoy. I like seafood and they do have an array of seafood. Come and check them out.

    Jen-Jen B.

    Came here for dinner last Friday. Busy as usual. I did notice they had a lot more selections then when they first opened. And you can add lobster for an additional cost. They didn't have any Thai iced tea tho like last time. They seem to have more staff and they continuously comes around to clear dishes. Left feeling full. Would come back.

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    Harvey K.

    East Bay Buffet is located across the street from Casa Orozco, near the corner of San Ramon Rd and Amador Valley Blvd. They occupy the space left vacant by McNamara's Steak and Seafood. I came here for dinner with a group of friends on Monday 10/20/2025. The place was surprisingly busy when we walked in at around 6:30pm. We were immediately by a gentleman who's either the owner or the manager. He was friendly and courteous, and gave us the lowdown about the dinner service. For weeknights, the price was $39.99 per person. After we paid, he led us to a table near the back. The redesigned interior was charming, and cleanliness was excellent. The dinner buffet consisted of several categories: chilled seafood and appetizers, sushi and sashimi, cooked seafood and Chinese dishes, dim sum, malatang, and dessert. I sampled a good variety of items, and the quality ranged from so‑so to good. On the pro side, I especially enjoyed the steamed abalone, the Cantonese beef stew and offal, and the malatang. They also offered bottled and canned drinks from China, along with milk tea, which was a big plus. On the con side, the sushi and sashimi selection was somewhat limited, and the Chinese dishes were mediocre. Service we received was good. Staff members were polite and helpful. Overall, I enjoyed my first experience here. Will return.

    Christy T.

    There is a lot of selection of food. Even a build your own Malatang. And order to make beef ribs. You can also pick any bottled drinks you like. Parking was very hard to find. Even on a weeknight. Service was quick to clean up empty plates and clean tables. Ambiance was clean, cleaner than most buffet places. I would prefer the common ladles to be cleaned and tidied up more frequently.

    Daniel L.

    One of Dublin's best value and variety places to grab a bite. Whether you're looking for seafood, shellfish, meat, noodles, soups, dim sum, sushi, dessert, salad, drinks. This buffet has it all! Plenty of seating and parking in the front and rear, easy access on and off the freeway!

    Dim sum and kids favorites (fries, chicken nuggets)
    Debbie W.

    Came here for lunch on a Saturday for the first time. People were already lining outside the door before they opened at 11am. Additional parking in back behind the restaurant. You pay first, then go eat. Various seating areas 1) Lots of variety - sushi and sashimi section, hot chinese food, dim sum and children's favorites, separate seafood variety, custom hot soup where you grab your toppings and select your soup base, dessert section 2) Sometimes the line at the station doesn't move and you're waiting for it to move. This happens during prime time such as at 12 3) A dish does not always get refilled right away during prime time so you need to go back and try again, it's timing and luck 4) Lots of drink variety - bottled drinks, lemonades, bobas 5) Dessert section - small cakes, cookies, fruit - most popular is the chocolate fountain with strawberries or marshallmallow. Strawberries go fast. 6) Soups - 3 types to pick from including jook 7) Ice cream cups: 3 flavors to pick from - vanilla, strawberry and chocolate There's so much variety that there's bound to be something you like. Pace yourself so you can try as much as you can. There is a time limit and if it's busy you might get a warning like we did since we were part of a large party and people were waiting outside. Bon Appetit!

    Michael N.

    Normally our family celebrates special occasions at Tomi in SJ, but this time we decided to try something different and came here for my brother's birthday. It was my first time experiencing an all-you-can-eat buffet in Dublin, and I have to say it left a great impression. We went for Sunday lunch, which was priced at $43.99, and I was pleasantly surprised that they included dinner menu items like steak and lobster (They are cooked fresh while you wait). While the lobster wasn't unlimited, you could add one lobster tail for $6, which I thought was a reasonable option. One of the highlights for me was the hotpot station--it was actually my first time ever seeing hotpot offered at an AYCE buffet, and it made the experience feel more unique and interactive. I also really appreciated the self-serve beverage machine, which made it super convenient to refill drinks whenever we wanted. On top of that, they had a selection of bottled drinks in the fridge, and even milk tea, which was a nice bonus you don't usually see at buffets. As for the food, there was a wide variety to choose from. I especially enjoyed the steak, which was flavorful and cooked well, along with the sushi and seafood options. They also had a good selection of Chinese dishes that complemented everything nicely. Overall, the variety and quality of the food made it feel like a great value for the price. It turned out to be a fun and memorable way to celebrate my brother's birthday. I really enjoyed the experience and would definitely come back again in the future.

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    May W.

    On Sundays, all-day price is pretty steep at $40 (10% discount for seniors). Food is good, with lots of variety, but I'd recommend going for weekday lunch when it's less expensive. For Sunday, they did have raw oysters, a fresh-made steak station, steamed fish, salmon, sushi, and lots of hot food. They also have a variety of drinks (bottled drinks, soda, tea, etc) available with the price. I thought dessert was a bit lacking, with lack of fresh fruits and more pre-made desserts, but they do have a chocolate fondue fountain. Note the price also comes with an automatic 8% service charge.

    4/22/26 - My "Dessert" Plate - Fried Pork Chop, Fried Chicken Wing, Curry Fishball, Shui Mai, Lotus Wrapped Sticky Rice
    Dexter D.

    Seven months since our first visit, we decided to give East Bay Buffet another try. We had read in many reviews that some adjustments had been made to improve the traffic flow and guest experience. We were greeted at the register. I told the cashier that we were both seniors. They have a generous 25% discount for seniors over age 65 on Tuesday evening. Her co-worker asked to see IDs which we gladly provided. Once we paid, we were taken to a table. We put down our jackets and headed for the food. At buffets, I always like to walk the entire food line before I even take a plate. Where I really noticed a difference was two electric steam tables placed against a wall where there were eight dishes to choose from. In general, the food lines were clean. Employees kept going by and stirring up the food, so everything looked fresh. The hot dishes were hot, and the cold seafood was chilled on ice. We didn't try the Malatangs. Some of the dishes that I tried were very good. Some were not as good. We found that some of the shrimp dishes were overcooked. It seemed that the dishes that were supposed to have some heat to them were flavored with jalapeno peppers, in other words, very one note. We did not try any of the sushi. We are sushi snobs and prefer sashimi over all the fancy rolls that people like to order. What I look for in an Asian Buffet is good, hot food. If I can get won ton, hot & sour soup, deep fried chicken wings and deep fried fish, I'm usually a happy camper. East Bay Buffet offered numerous shrimp dishes which made so much happier. Staff was efficient in checking on our satisfaction and removing empty dishes. We ate our fill and left before our 90 minutes of dining time ran out. On the way home, I started to get the gurgles. While I did not feel sick, I was on the porcelain throne more than I was off for the next four hours. The four dishes that I tried that she didn't have were the raw oysters, peel 'n eat shrimp, cold crab and wakame salad. Doing a little research, I believe that the culprit was the raw oysters that I consumed. Symptoms usually show up within four hours of consumption. I also found a FDA warning, dated April 22nd against consuming raw oysters harvested between March 22 and April 9 from Gomez Shellfish in Washington State. I don't know where East Bay Buffet gets their oysters from and I won't blame them for my symptoms, however, if I ever return, you can bet I will not be eating any raw oysters here. Had it not been for the negative experience, I would have given another rating of three stars.

    Carol C.

    Date: 3/14/2026 Time: 5:00 PM 69° Sunny Usually I am not an AYCE buffet fan. However, East Bay Buffet was a surprise. One of my sisters chose this restaurant for family dinner in celebration of Chinese New Year, which has passed about a week ago. The selection of the appetizers, sushi and entrees were fresh and quite delicious. The salmon was on the dry side. I should have grabbed some lemon wedges for a little zing and moisture to enhance the flavor of the salmon. My male companion enjoyed the hot 'n sour soup and clam chowder. I decided to have the seafood soup, which was a mistake. It was loaded with MSG. I should have chosen the hot 'n sour soup or the clam chowder soup. My second plate was siu mai, potstickers, shrimp with cocktail sauce, mango pudding and orange jello. Beverages were raspberry tea and mango lemonade. I was too full to get some tiramisu and ice cream. Service was fine. The employees worked quickly to gather the plates once we were through eating. Return visit? I enjoyed the food, but the drawback is traveling from Alameda to Dublin for an AYCE buffet. Might then might not.

    Billy L.

    I've been to East Bay Buffet twice now, both times for Saturday lunch, which is $29.99 per person. Definitely feels like a better deal compared to their weekend dinner price at $43.99. The only real reason I'd go for dinner is if you want steak or lobster, but those cost extra on top of the dinner price anyway. What I like about this place is that it's clean and they're really good about keeping the food stocked. Nothing felt like it was sitting out too long. I've tried the malatang, sushi, and dim sum, and everything was solid. The dim sum especially surprised me since most buffets don't do it well, but this one actually does a decent job. The only thing I wasn't really into was the seafood boil. It just didn't stand out to me. I also wish they had salt and pepper crab like Fusion Buffet in Concord. Overall, I like coming here because I can try a little bit of everything, and for the price, it's pretty worth it. I'll definitely be back.

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    Alicia A.

    We finally have a buffet back i town. Have been here twice, the first time we went on a Thursday evening, it was not busy at all. We had access to all the food. We sampled their sushi, crab legs, their dim sum and the hot seafood section. Sushi offerings included sashimi and rolls. No fishy smells from the raw fish. The snow crabs legs were sweet, even my picky teenager who never eat crab went back for seconds. loved that black bean clams and they had unlimited amount of crab boil and crawfish. The corn in the crab boil was delicious both times I went. Loved that they had unlimited drinks and it is not limited to the soda fountain. The last time we went it was right after graduation and it was busy but the wait staff clearing our table was on the ball. She showed up and cleared our plates without asking. Will be back.

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    How many free birthday meal can we have if we have group of 6 since I have two ppl has the same birthday?

    Unless they changed their rules, it'll be only 1 free birthday meal with your current setup. As a previous poster mentioned the birthday meal is when you have 4 paying adults in the group. So unless you can get 4 more adults in another group to… 

    Do they have free meal for your birthday?

    Yes, but as a previous poster mentioned you'll also need 4 adult paying customers in the group unless they changed their rules.

    Is the free birthday meal only valid for the day of? Or is it valid for a couple days before/after?

    We've gone a couple days before/after and they've honored the free birthday meal. You have to have a group of at least 4 adults though.

    What kind of cooking oil is used for fried items? If "vegetable" oil does it have soy in the oil?

    Do we need a reservation for dinner on a Wednesday night?

    If you were going as a large party like 4+ then I would consider calling to getting a reservation as a precaution imo, but maybe more towards the weekend I would definitely call to make sure.

    Menu show two diff prices for sat lunch. What is the correct price?

    We have different price for Saturday, $29.99 for lunch, $43.99 for dinner.

    Does it serve any Wild CAUGHT FISH?

    Thank you for your question. At this time, we do not serve wild caught fish. Our seafood selection features high-quality, responsibly sourced options chosen for freshness and consistency.

    What is the cost for lunch?

    26.99 plus tax and they charge an 8% service charge

    Is this one pet Friendly (outdoor dining)?

    No, outdoor eating at this one. The only buffet that has some outdoor eating would be fusion buffet in concord, but I would suggest calling to see if they'll let pets sit in that area.

    Do they offer sashimi for lunch? Update: I JUST CHECKED and they don't serve sashimi for WEEKDAY…

    Yes.

    Is there vegetarian or vegan options besides the dessert?

    Yes there are veg only dishes. The malatang section also has veg based broth.

    Are there differences in the food available during lunch buffet versus dinner buffet?

    Yes. According to the host, the lunch buffet does not include wagyu steaks and they don't have the crab legs, oysters and shellfish which they have at dinner.

    Do they offer a senior discount?

    Yes. 10% off.

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    Bag O Crab

    Bag O Crab

    3.8
    (157 reviews)
    4.7 mi
    $$

    Took my 69 Dodge Charger to the MOPAR Alley car show last month. The day before, I stopped at Big O…read moreTires in Dublin, and asked if could buy some of the spray polish they use. I've tried several other brands, but nothing comes close to the stuff Big O uses. I've been buying tires from this store for years, and Joel as always helped me out big time. He filled the small plastic spray bottle I had with me. When he brought the bottle back, he wouldn't take anything for it. It's little things like this that keep me coming back to this store. That, and the great service they always provide.

    Fantastic Seafood Feast and Outstanding Flavor!…read more Our daughter had visited Bag O Crab with her friends previously and recommended we try it out, as she swore she had the best seafood ever here. We decided to come by on a very hot afternoon for a late lunch around 3 PM. Even at that time, the place was still busy with most of the tables occupied. Fortunately, they have a great cooling system that kept the entire indoor space cold, crisp, and comfortable. The staff is efficient and very friendly, and the overall dining experience was fantastic. Here is what we enjoyed: * Dungeness Crab Meal Bag (New Orleans Style): We ordered the Dungeness crab meal bag and opted for the New Orleans flavor style. The corn, sausage, shrimp, and crab were all remarkably flavorful and tasty. * Steamed Rice Pairing: We got two sides of steamed rice, and pairing the rice with the rich New Orleans spices from the boil bag was an absolute match made in heaven. * Mango Habanero Chicken Wings: We also tried the mango habanero chicken wings, which were cooked to perfection--crispy, spicy, and extremely good. Put on your bibs, get ready to get a little messy, and enjoy some incredible seafood! We definitely recommend Bag O Crab in the Fallon Gateway plaza for a fun family outing, delicious food, and great conversation.

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    Cook's Seafood

    Cook's Seafood

    4.2
    (148 reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    Been here multiple times since they opened. Atmosphere is light, bright, and airy. Place is…read morespacious and very clean. No fuss, no muss. Casual but food is top notch. If I remember correctly, they get some of their seafood locally, from Pillar Point Harbor, by Half Moon Bay. Other fish come from farther afield but quality and cost control is reasonable given the fact that seafood is expensive. I've never been led astray. Order at the counter, find a seat, and food will be delivered to your table. Never had their pasta before. Finally tried their fettuccine. Instead of Alfredo sauce, substituted with butter sauce. Selected shrimp with crab. OMG! So good. Pasta was perfectly al dente. Hate mushy pasta. This pasta was fully cooked but still had texture. The butter sauce was generously studded with garlic. Shrimp were large and plump. Fully cooked but not rubbery at all. Next time, will skip the crab which disintegrated into the sauce. Go all shrimp or maybe try with fish. The fried clam strips appetizer was a huge portion and totally unnecessary. The fettuccine was enough of a meal by itself. In fact, was so full after the clams, took most of the fettuccine home. Even as leftovers, the shrimp and fettuccine was so delicious for dinner the next day. To cap it off, staff from the head chef to the cashier/server were so friendly and helpful. They genuinely seem happy to work here. Only 1 suggestion, they should add a few TVs for World Cup viewing.

    Decided to have some cioppino and was pleasantly surprised that the 8 oz portion was quite filling…read more I like it more like a stew and tomato sauce flavor. Also ordered the halibut sandwich with coke slaw very good. Of course had to order the fish /shrimp combo. Use to having more batter on the fish but I like it better. Will come back again with my family.

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    Clean, bright and spacious dining room
    Clean, bright and spacious dining room
    Tons of batter around each shrimp
    Tons of batter around each shrimp
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    Cherie’s Southern Kitchen

    Cherie’s Southern Kitchen

    4.2
    (407 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    I give Cherie's five stars because I really would love to see her business thrive in this…read moreneighborhood. Ever since she's been here, she's been a wonderful contribution to Dublin. I am so happy to be able to drive up the street from my house and grab some soul food. Her food is actually really delicious especially, the fish. OMG so good! I love her coconut cake too, and I heard that she makes caramel cake which is one of my absolute favorites. Everything I've tried has been good. The vibe is so cool too. It's a nice date night spot and it's unique to the area. Nothing else is like it. We embrace and exchange with other people's food and cultures. Now, Cherie's has given them the opportunity to embrace ours!

    Lord have mercy on my soul for I have sinned, it was impossible to not commit gluttony at Cherie's…read moreSouthern Kitchen My boyfriend and I were running errands nearby and happened to stumble across Cherie's, and Praise Jah we found our new spot The oxtails were so tender and fell right off the bone. The gravy was so flavourful, rice cooked perfectly, collard greens beautifully seasoned. Mac and cheese was perfect. My boyfriend loved his fried chicken which was seasoned to perfection and crispy. All food was freshly made and we enjoyed all the music playing while we waited. Forgive me Father as I also got peach cobbler. Soooo good.

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    East Bay Buffet - buffets - Updated August 2026

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