I have nothing but good things to say about this GC location. I came in to check the availability of their large, private room, as I was planning an end-of-season dinner for our high school marching band, which consists of over 65 people in our group, including students and parents. To my surprise, the room was available for the date I requested, so I went ahead and booked it. I met with the general manager, Alfredo, who was extremely accommodating, friendly, and helpful. Alfredo advised me that I could leave ANY amount as a deposit to hold the large banquet room for our group, so I left $50.00. While discussing details about our upcoming visit, I noticed how clean the restaurant is maintained, how organized it is, and how every chair, table, and condiment was kept at each table. The aroma of good food permeated the air. This restaurant is dangerously good, as it is very easy to overeat when dining at this or any other buffet-style restaurant. That's not always a bad thing read more

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Love the variety of food. Weekend dinner buffet was $22.99. Plenty of seating. There's even a claw machine room on the way out. Plates were picked up frequently and there were fresh food throughout the night. I would come back again. read more

Golden Corral Buffet (Covina) surpassed my low expectations. My family and I left happy and full... (Tip: Dinner starts 4:00PM. However, I noticed a flood of elderly customers arriving 3:45PM. The Lunch Buffet Price is $16.99 per adult. That's six dollars cheaper than the dinner price. I will attach a photo of the prices.) [FOOD] Golden Corral Buffet (Covina) genuinely impressed me. The foods are hit-or-miss, some food trays looked crusty and aged, but many others are fresh and tasty. It's an adventure! Here's a list of tasty and not-tasty options. Yucky Options: -Mashed Potatoes and Gravy tastes cheap. It tasted like rehydrated powder. These oozy potatoes had a sad unpleasant aftertaste. The gravy had a good peppery flavor but its thick and sludge-like. -Fried fish tasted mushy. Its breading is well seasoned, but the fish tasted a bit old. -Agua Fresca beverage at the refill station tasted bitter. The Agua Fresca had a sweet cough syrup taste. -The ICEE machine quickly made my joy turn into sadness. I pulled on the banana flavor icee and it plopped out a strange melted liquid. No ICEE... -Lastly, the melted cheese station and pot roast station looked very old. So I stayed away. It had a crusty top and the pot roast meat had an unusual sheen. Tasty Options!!: -Clam Chowder tastes... delicious!! It reminded me of the Clam Chowder I'd buy near the shoreline. Soft potatoes, peppery chowder broth, and solid clams. Pleasant surprise. -Cheeseburger is thick and well-seasoned! I felt nostalgic eating this big burger as it reminded me of those hamburger buffets on cruise ships. The bread is soft, and the meat patty is satisfying. Yum! -Fried Chicken is a definite hit. It's crisp, fresh, and well-seasoned. -Broiled Fish tastes bright and zesty. It's little mushy, but it's a good flavor. Meatloaf is also tasty! I enjoyed the familiar meatloaf taste. -When dinner buffet opens, order the steak! A staff member appeared near 4:00PM and cooked steak by the grill section. I requested medium, and it came out tender and juicy! Pleasant surprise! The jumbo popcorn shrimp are also a tasty dinner option. [Service] Staff is welcoming and friendly. Customers pay at the front counter, place receipt at an empty table, and fetch a plate for food. Eventually, another staff member arrives to introduce themselves. The staff member (Andrea) introduced herself, signed her name on the receipt, and occasionally appeared to clean away the empty plates. Andrea visited our table about three times. She is pleasant but hidden. [Ambiance] Most surprisingly, Golden Corral Buffet (Covina) is a very large, clean, and shiny location. There's quiet 2010s music playing in the background (ex: Last Friday Night by Katy Perry). The large location is also filled with elderly senior citizens and large families (tip: kids three years old and younger eat free). It's a very casual Chuck e' Cheese vibe sometimes as I observed kids throwing a small stuffed animal around the empty dining area near the crane game arcade for 10+ minutes. Overall, Golden Corral Buffet (Covina) offers amazing prices for some delicious food. There are some dishes that worried me (ex: dessert station looked unkempt, Mexican food section looked aged) but the unlimited tasty food is sincerely yummy. Golden Corral Buffet (Covina) has a lot of untapped potential if prepared just right. Decent option. 3.8 / 5 read more

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We came for Sunday brunch with a friend, and food was hot and perfect if you want comfort food. We enjoyed the steak and fried fish best. Everything else was good for the price. We liked that they offered toppings for the soft serve, and they had icee too! The staff were so helpful and friendly. They came to check on us often and help clear the tables several times. One older gentleman staff cleaning gave my kids some coins to play on the claw machine because they kept pretending to play while we ate. I couldn't find him after to thank him a second time, but service was definitely above and beyond. We will definitely be back again! read more

The only reason I gave 1star is because I can't leave zero stars! The food selection is definitely not that of a Golden Corral! Salad bar had no sense of offerings... coming to a buffet is one of my favorite things because I can load up on salad and good toppings and good tasting dressings... today's ranch tasted sour could not eat! A few protein options but looked meh ... definitely not worth my $17 disappointing is an understatement! Come on Golden Corral do better! read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Salad that tasted sour and an edible piece of ham that was cold. - Buffets Near Me - Covina, California

The first time I went there, I was expecting something bland normal but the second night stepped foot. I realized they had everything. I wanted every fish everything my brother wanted there was shrimp pizza spaghetti it was perfect. The service. The service was honestly very good. I loved it a lot. It was very good. The ambience was really good. It felt really good to be there. They were no stains and it was perfect so my overall review is 10 out of 10. read more

I used to eat there almost everyday, haven't been there since Dec. 2024. Today I ran iinto one of employees, she told me they closed in January. Only thing I didn't like was I saw flies around the food. I made suggestion and told waiter perhaps management could hang a few fly catchers. They work very well. He said he would tell manager. Also didn't like they cook their white rice and Mexican rice with butter. Chinese and Mexicans don't put butter in their rice. Other than this, the food is wonderful and the workers too! read more

This review is when we reserved the party room, that is located in the back of the restaurant, on November 1, 2025. It was a milestone birthday celebration for my wife and daughter and the party room fit what we needed and the buffet was a plus! Alfredo was very helpful in the reservation, always asking if everything is ok or if we needed anything, and the staff was really great and friendly! Oh the food was good, fresh and hot! read more

The roast beef, fried chicken, and menudo-pozole combo were definite hits for me. Was not fond of any of their desserts although the carrot cake was nice. The chocolate cake was dry, soft-serve ice cream was grainy. The blueberry pie was d!sgust!ng. Our Wait-staff Claudia was awesome. Service with a smile. I like that the tables were not scrunched up next to each other like most buffet places. Used dishes were picked up in a timely manner. Tables were cleaned when the diners are done. It was a casual but enjoyable dining experience. read more

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This was our first visit to this establishment. The staff were exceptionally friendly, and Manager Alfredo provided outstanding service. We noted the restaurant's cleanliness and welcoming atmosphere; please see the attached photographs. We suggest reviewing the temperature of certain meats and entrées; while adequately warm, a slightly higher temperature would be preferable. Otherwise, we highly recommend this restaurant for family gatherings and social events, offering excellent value. read more

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First time here. Never to return! The food was luke warm and some cold. The bananas in the pudding were black! I informed the staff of the problem and said they could not do anything about the problem read more

Cheap buffet. Nothing to scream about but it's decent. I'd go there for cheap American style buffet. It's a nice alternative to the countless Asian style buffets. Also the staff was very good. read more

Turn on the air or turn up the air...it's Always hot in here and only at this location of Golden Corral...and the tap water tasted gross too. Also disappointed in the selection today and that they stopped serving waffles...usually it's all day or till 2 P.M., sad when I asked and they no longer had it. read more

This location has some of the best fried chicken I've ever had. Not oily, perfectly cooked. The oil they use is always clean you can tell with fried foods. Even donuts. This place is the best. But? I brought my neighbor there yesterday and it said temporarily closed. I'd be surprised if it reopens. Sad. read more

Do not recommend 22 scam, only decent thing was the fries that a had to drown in salt, nice workers but disgusting food DO NOT GO HERE!!! read more

This is the first time I've been to Golden Corral in the 15 years. I had a large display of different kinds of foods the buffet area was clean. And I forgot the lady who cleaned and helped us her name started with an a her she was older Filipino or Asian lady but she was so nice friendly and respectful I go back it's because of her hospitality and the cleansingness of the food court. read more

Went recently, August 2025. Everything was good, steak was medium rare. Lots of food freshly prepared. Always have a good meal here. Highly recommended. read more

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Rude steak guy....he seemed like a manager who thought he was beneath him to be working the carving station. On top of that, the bench broke on me. I told the server and not even an apology. read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Broken bench and no apologies - Buffets Near Me - Covina, California

Very unique Golden Corral, not like the rest. They have all kinds of cuisine. A ballroom for parties and even breakfast choices for dinner. Yet, limited desserts and didn't taste or look good but other than that it was cool to attend here. read more

We were hungry and right around the corner. 6 of us were seated immediately. It was a little earlier then main dinner time. Lots of food options. Food was mediocre. Buffet style food is never gourmet, but some highlights were the dessert and fruit. Service was very nice. All of the staff came around to greet us. read more

My first Golden Corral experience ever! I was debating between Downey, which was slightly closer, but chose to go to the Covina location as it was newer and had a little bit better reviews. I came few weeks ago on Sunday at around noon to get the dinner menu as it came with steak. From the start, everything was great. You go up, pre-pay and then you find your own seats, which was fine. There was quite a bit of people, but we were able to find some booths further back which was nice. You do have to pay for a drink cup, but it's unlimited refills. To the food. Everything was pretty decent. The only issue I had was the steak. I came specifically for the steak. The first piece I got, I asked for medium and the inside actually look perfect. When cutting into it though, I knew that was far from tender. It was very much like cutting into plastic. The chew was exactly what you'd expect, horrible. The 2nd piece was overcooked, but at least it was eatable. Same with the 3rd piece, overcooked but eatable. The shame is that the flavor is actually great, but the meat itself and the doneness was severely lacking. If the steak was perfect, this would be a 5 stars for me. I don't expect any high end, fancy, over the top, and this place hit the spot. The restaurant was clean and the dishes were removed in a timely manner. They had a wide array of foods from fish, chicken, salad, desserts and so forth. I SPECFICIALLY liked their chicken wings and would definitely go back for those. Those are high value items! Their baked fish was great as well. Overall, all the foods were pretty good and I'd definitely come back, but maybe for non-dinner hours since the steak did not live up to my expectations. read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Buffets Near Me - Covina, California

The food was typical buffet. The omelet station didn't have anyone present to make an omelet. I asked the busboy and he found someone. By then there were 6 people behind me. I couldn't get the orange juice machine to work. Luckily I found the same busboy again. He said it's out of order. I lightly suggested a sign should be placed on it. Ten minutes later I saw my husband trying to work the drink dispenser with no luck and no sign. Lots of desserts available. Big sign about Cinnamon rolls. I couldn't find any. I asked and there were none. Taco bar was large. But for 9:00 AM not my choice of food. Nice large party room in back read more

This is the best Golden Corral I have been to. The owner seemed to have put in a lot of effort and time into the decorations, which definitely made the interior look nicer and more welcoming compared to other Golden Corrals. Party room was also well decorated and had karaoke!! Food was good too. read more

Sadly the quality of food doesn't even match any Golden Corral. This one is so bad stale desserts, chewy meats, wilted over cooked veggies. Hard to eat. Save your $40 bucks and eat at McDonald's. Sorry for the pictures of half eaten food. Wasn't planning on posting a review but this had to be done. read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Oreo cake sorry I wasn't - Buffets Near Me - Covina, California

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I'm going to start that the service of the front people is great, from the kitchen I can't said the same thing! The food it's not good at all, I came across a corn bread that it was old and with a bad taste I told one girls about it and she ignored me, I grab a baked potato and it was old it look like it has days sitting in there, definitely we are not coming back to this place, everything is not fresh anymore! read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Baked potato! - Buffets Near Me - Covina, California

Great variety of food consistently made and delicious always; kind staffing/team members taking care of customers; comfortable seating, the booths especially; convenient parking and excellent pricing since their grand opening til' present .. read more

Great customer service from the employees especially Marco! Really goes above and beyond for customers!

Came here with my teens for breakfast and was really surprised at how clean the place was. Compared to Downey's location they offer a clean, welcoming environment. Everyone was friendly. Some food temperatures could use some adjustments though. read more

Food was Southern Food comfort. We went there before 12 noon and they're very courteous of cooking omelet for us. The meat loaf, fried chicken, fajitas and greens are all my favorites. Our hostess Hannah is very nice and friendly. The cooks and the front reception are also very nice. Place is very clean and well maintained and organized. Price is very very reasonable. Better than eating in a regular restaurant. Will definitely be back. This location is new so no crowds. read more

The ambiance was real good very clean and quiet. Service was absolutely amazing Valerie was very kind and welcoming. Excellent customer service. The food was great I loved the wings! read more

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Good value for the price. Extremely crowded, at least the day I went, on Thanksgiving day. Food is ok, very disappointed in dessert selection. read more

Ever since this Golden corral on arrow Highway and citrus opened up, I've been ordering their dark meat/thighs 12 of them through Uber eats. This chicken taste almost as good as my mothers rest in peace mom. I called in to speak with the manager to see if I could just get the dark meat thighs without drumsticks, cause I don't like drumsticks And Marco's hooked me up! He gave me 12 dark meat. the place is very clean because I've been there before, the ambience is excellent but if you're disabled like I am, I'm a disabled veteran for United States military, you can order through Uber eats. The food is fresh, hot, and very tasty. You don't have to order chicken like I did, but whatever you order I'm sure it'll be just as tasty. I think they should give Marco's a raise because he did a hell of a job! read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - 12 pieces of dark meat, chicken thighs - Buffets Near Me - Covina, California

We enjoy coming to this going corral to see Thursdays. They have a special for senior citizens and they treat everyone like a special customer. The location is easy to find and the ambience is beautiful. Thank you to the manager for keeping this place as nice as it was on opening day. read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - My favorite is fried chicken and fried fish. - Buffets Near Me - Covina, California

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Look, you get what you pay for... and I find this to be a fantastic deal. Food reminds me of home town buffet (RIP) and it just hits the spot of home style comfort food. No frills and does the job is how I would rate this. Will inform back?? Yes. Will I crave it? Probably not. Service was great and attentive at cleaning the tables. Nice big dining are with comfortable booths too. Come here, have Al open mind, sit back and gorge your face off read more

Came here for the first time for any of the restaurants' establishments. This was a grand opening very recently. So cleanliness was very good, very well staffed, I was in towards the end of the night right before closing, so I didn't experience the craziness most of these places look like (thank goodness). The food, is just like any other buffet honestly. It's good, not crazy good, plenty dessert, ice cream n such. The wow part was the steaks they were serving, I couldn't believe it! They gave outback a run for their money honestly! I was there with my two kids, even though there was plenty staff, no one was helpful enough to even acknowledge or check us in. We were never given utensils, (I'm not one to go up and demand stuff of people) . So we settled with the dessert spoons (owell). All in all, I'd come back again, plenty of options to eat, just be wary of time you come, people can be rude at the Buffett when getting food. Different breed that come here lol. Hope this review helps others! read more

Quality and Quantity varies by location. The best 1 of three in our areas that we one Golden Corral Restaurant is in Ontario California. There is a wide variety of food which is well prepare. The restaurant is all do it yourself you get your own beverage and get your own food buffet style. The costs of the meal is slightly more then and lower than other restaurants that we visited. read more

It's Tuesday 5/3/25 7:16 pm Im Steve V I been coming here for awhile. The manger is always humble , and has the most humble team, they work together. The food is hot. Place is always jumping with people. This Restaurant gets (A) If you haven't ate there? Go.. I have ate morning Lunch And dinner. The manger Sebastian The manger is positive person who cares for his employees. I have had the pleasure to meet Andrea who cleans the tables . Wipes everything down.. Very people person. The cook and dessert awesome Please eat there They have great deals. If you want hot steak.. That's the spot. First responder Thank you... read more

This is bad bad bad. It's definitely not worth the price. The food is bland, dry, and overall just not good at all. The place seems clean and the service was quick but that will not convince me to ever go back. I could've gone to Chili's for way better food and cut my cost in half. read more

Have never been until now! Went for dinner - Feels like a random off the strip vegas style buffet Great service def come if hungry heard Sundays after church is busy!!!! Huge space 445 person capacity! Download the app for $5 off! read more

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Was really excited when I found out finally golden coral is opening on our area! But was really disappointed my last experience with golden coral in city of Industry and it was really good. But this location is by far one of the worst buffet I have ever been to. We went around dinner was 7pm on a Thursday not much people some not busy and some most of the food they have pretty much looks like been seating there and all dried up already. Went to the steak by the grill they have some over cooked steak and they are still serving it to the other guests I did requested medium rare the guy who put the meat in the grill is wearing gloves realizes that he was cleaning next to the grill and keeps on spraying this liquid to clean up. I did try to tell the other server but really hard to explain since most of the staff only speaks Spanish. The plates are mostly dirty with old food stain not to mention the forks.. The steak finally done got served and the meat tasted old and no flavor. Again I was thinking maybe we came in late that's why food is like that I wanted to give it another chance. We came back a week after we went early for lunch and was really sad food is pretty much the same service is worst in the morning. The food is the same no flavor not coming back after 2 attempts .. read more

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