We were delighted -- albeit a bit unexpectedly -- with our two evening dining experiences here last week. We enjoyed wonderfully tasty meals with friendly people in front of and behind the counters. The restaurant was clean, and -- well, there's really almost nothing to complain about. The focus is always on the food, of course. This GC buffet is big; no gripes about not enough choices. And our choices were delicious. Let's start with the veggies: mashed potatoes with hot gravy, broccoli and cauliflower with hot cheese sauce (the only way!), turnip greens, yummy cabbage, baked beans, green beans ... we ate 'em all. The fried chicken was crispy and hot (lots of breasts, our favs), the steaks cooked and sliced in front of us (not especially chewy either), the very agreeable bourbon chicken. And we haven't mentioned the salad bar with lots of fresh lettuce and toppings. The dessert bar also had lots of variety, although nothing other than chocolate everything is necessary for us. Our waiter was quick to refill glasses and clear dishes, and he had a nice sense of humor. He earned his tips. And the other waiters we observed appeared to be in good spirits as well. The dinner price was $17.59 for seniors, which seems a good price given how costly it has become to go out for a meal these days. And yes, we've written more than usual for a roadside buffet, but honestly we really like this one for the good reasons listed above. read more

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Food was fine. Service was fine. All was good until the couple across from me got up and picked up their 2 very obviously not-service-dog dachshunds. The dogs had day in the booth on their laps the whole meal. Never again. read more

It's only getting 3 stars because it's a buffet, no other reason. The service was good; my waiter was very attentive. With a busy section, she made sure our table was clear and drinks were full. The place was very clean from the looks of it, and the food was very, very good. My girlfriend is a picky eater who never goes to buffets, and she enjoyed this one. For it being a buffet, the guy knows steak temps very well. I will be going back read more

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Never again always disappointed... definitely dropped the ball someone forgot the meat read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Taco Bell Columbia Ave suppose to be Steak Wrap Supreme with Guac....where the meat and Guac ordered 2 both the exact same - Buffets Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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So I've been to a few different Golden Corral locations and this one was one of my less favorite locations. I got a nicer waiter who was helpful. Her name was Wenifer if I remember. The food was okay. Nothing special. Salad bar is always good to go to and can never go wrong with that. One thing I noticed is the ambiance was very off for me. I didn't get a good vibe and atmosphere from the place. I noticed one of the chefs by the grilling station was on his phone and using it with gloves on and then never changed the gloves which is pretty gross seeing that out in the open. It makes you question what's really going on behind the scene. Overall not a bad time but not sure I'd return to this location. Thanks for the fooood though!! read more

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It's been several years since I've dined at a Golden Corral and after eating here last night I remember why. The price is decent but nothing was hot. Several things had little to no seasoning or flavor. By far the honey bourbon chicken was the only decent thing. The steak was like eating a tire it was so chewy and lacked flavor. read more

Location was great, and service was very friendly. The price per person is unbeatable. There are plenty of food to choose from. But of course the quality won't be too good. They are really good from the price stand point. Where else can you find dinner at $17 per person with all your can eat? I think this will be a one and done experience for me with Golden Corral. read more

This place is a hit or miss. I wouldn't recommend going during lunch. I went with my family July 11th and haven't been back since. Didn't know that they didn't serve steak before 4 and the cook looked at me crazy because I was waiting. He rudely gestured what do you want. I scrunched my face up and asked for a steak. He waved his hand and said no we don't do that right now. Like brah you work with customers. Educate us politely instead of being rude. It ruined my experience. The food was surprisingly nasty. Like they didn't want to work today. They were more focused on socializing with each other, playing around, and being loud. I never seen this place like this and due to a bad experience is why my rating is sooo low. read more

We went on a Saturday afternoon and it was pretty busy. The staff does a good job getting the line moving and getting people seated. There are a variety of different types of food here. They have tacos, steak, chicken, pizza, spaghetti, and many types of dessert. read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Buffets Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Liked that they had everything! Not lacking and Salad Bar was so FRESH! We love the Fried Chicken and Pot Roast. We love it all! read more

The staff were respectful, the food was plentiful and tasty. I liked everything, but mostly the rolls with their honey butter. When we have family meals ( Thanksgiving and Christmas) I order 3 dozen of their honey butter rolls for home. Sometimes I'll add other thing, depending on my moods. Great place. 5 Stars... read more

We were on vacation in Lancaster and saw Ihop and was excited because we love Ihop breakfast, as it turned out it was the worst experience, this is what we had to deal with very slow service 1st off, then my order was wrong after the server asked me not once but 2 times about my substitution, I just let that go he asked us what condiments we needed before we even ordered to begin with and we said Xtra butter and Ketchup and I asked for flavored syrup. He finally came with breakfast and did not bring condiments at all we had to flag him down asked for Ketchup and butter still never came back till like 10 min later by then our food was cold , my son also asked also for more hot water for his tea , as they did not give a carafe like in other IHops the server left and again never came back for like another 10 min, then returned with a paper cup with hot water and poured into my sons tea cup and but never offered another tea bag either. The food was just not up to what we usually get in other IHops which we have neve had a bad experience till now. The topper was when another waitress came over and asked us could she take the Ketchup from our table stating there is only 1 bottle going around the whole restaurant. When I ordered raspberry Ice Tea I was told they run out because they only get it once a week. Then to boot there were ants crawling next to us on the window going in and out of the wood on the window sill. The final complaint my spoon looked like it was used and not washed. This Ihop needs to be looked into because Ihop is a good place to eat but today in our experience we felt disappointed and would likely not eat there again sorry to say. read more

It serves its purpose. Instead of waiting you get your drinks, pay at the register, and get seated at a table. The buffet is huge and features items such as salads, pasta, steaks, ham, chicken, mashed potatoes, rice, mac and cheese, seafood, cakes, pies, and ice cream. Everything was great. read more

Our waterast Bridgett is a very Nice person and funny and the food was great steak and meat loaf was delicious.

I visited this location during my visit to Tanger Outlets Mall in lancaster. They have parking all around it. On a busy Sunday lunch, it was very difficult to find the parking spot. I found one on the back side of the restaurant. There are other parking lots nearby, but you have to park and walk a little bit. As we enter the restaurant, you have an option to select the drinks if you want to purchase them as an extra option or just the buffet. I got a small size drink and lunch buffet . There were at least twenty people ahead of me in a line that took around ten minutes to get in. I was able to locate a table for me. It was not clean at the time, but there were people always looking around to get the table cleaned and provide the utensils and napkins. They have a great collection of food in the buffet. Starting with the salads, pizza, seafood, mac and cheese, soup, fresh grilled meat, shrimp, filet fish, fries, and 100 other things. The desert section is a huge section and worth trying every one of them. The drawbacks are that it is very crowded, the staff couldn't keep up with cleaning and the flooring is sticky, but it provides a good value for your money. I would suggest you go at a busy time, so that the food is constantly refilled and made in front of you and served hot. The hostess has an attitude as if food is offered free. Otherwise, once you go past that, see above. read more

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The waitress was delightful! However the food was cold and dried out. Desserts weren't anything to brag about as well unfortunately. We will not EVER come back to another one of these locations. read more

This place was not very good. The food was cold. The buffet were a mess. The ice cream was not even filled up so we could have any. It was messy. It was dirty and the food was not tasty. read more

Food is ok Service is great 20 dollars per person Overall it's 3 stars Looks good Ac works Lit Ts of choices read more

I honestly didn't come in with high expectations... I'm glad I was wrong. For a weekday evening they were surprisingly busy, still we were seated promptly and the food stayed filled and fresh. The quality of the food was great as was the flavor. I expected boxed mashed potatoes, hard rolls, dry and processed meat and mushy vegetables.. quite the opposite is what I encountered. We also received superb service and were tended to, drinks kept full and dirty dishes removed often. I'm not usually a fan of buffets, but I will say due to the quality and cleanliness that I experienced, I would not second-guess another trip back to this location. KUDOS!!! read more

Our table person Patty was phenomenal!! Brought out my refill before I even got to ask for it!!. Food was very good all around , steak was excellent. Pies, fries and chicken thighs.... Mmmmm good. Ice cream and toppings awesome! Very pleasantly surprised, better than Shady Maple by an hour lol. Clean food prep area. Clean restroom (Men's), about $22 per adult, buffet and soda included. Will be back. read more

This place is amazing. We walked in and there were cups that you could fill any sodas or drink. Then, we grabbed a plate and there is everything you could imagine. The one old lady waitress was so polite and gave us 3 refills of drinks and anything we asked for. Mostly pretty clean but a few stains on walls which is expected from diners/restraunts/buffets. Will come back 100%! read more

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Ok for the bang for your over money. This place does great. Remember this is a buffet. And it is not specialize in anyone thing. And I have poorer quality foods at places that were. Everything I had was decent quality. Service was good. I don't judge service to much because it can be hit or miss. They kept my table clean and the food area was also clean and full of hot and fresh selection. If you want some good advice on buffets like this one. Come at a busier times. Things are hot and fresh. And are full. Yes you have deal with people wondering around. But it is the best time to be there .for this type of food style. I'm going to get it 5 stars And the second best in Lancaster area. And we know what the best is. read more

We had a large group of 16. Food was good and the service was great. We had to sit at multiple tables due to the size of our group and the staff taking care of us was very friendly and engaging. This place gets a bad rap. We will definitely be back. read more

Churros we're crunchy, banana pudding was , no cups for slushees. Steak was . No cotton candy except the weekends. Server was kind and attentive. Veterans Day time so it was packed, still sat in a timely manner though. read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Good slurpees. - Buffets Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Returned after a few years. We went on a Sunday night around 7 pm. The line was long and all the way outside the door. Line moved super slowly. One cashier was open. Took us about 30 min before get to a table. Friendly service. Gloves were supplied but no everyone followed the rule. Food quality definitely went down compared to a few years ago. But given the price, esp weekday lunch is only $10.49, one can't complain much. read more

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I don't know about amazing but the food was okay for a buffet. I went with a group so our food was hot. Steak on the grill, fried chicken, hush puppies were tasty. Vegetables, not so much. Service was excellent and it was crowded. Bathroom was clean, especially for a large restaurant. Ice tea was also good. I recommend for groups, but if you want top of the line, don't go to a buffet anywhere for $20 and under. read more

I love to eat out when it's convenient for me and my wife. We ate at Golden Corral, the food was good and service was greater thanks to our server Orlando G. read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Buffets Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Food was okay. Horrible guy serving the steak. The guy in white cap standing behind the steak is asking everyone how they want their steak and then he's being nasty and racist to the customers when they respond, and he has the audacity to give them whatever he feels like it. I asked for my steak to be well done, and he hears me, and proceeds to give me the opposite of what I asked. I was about to whip my phone up and take a picture of this rude guy, but no need. He's the only rude guy serving the steak that worked at this location on Friday night around 7 PM wearing a white cap and a "management" shirt. Everyone else was friendly and polite, thus I give this place one star. Bathrooms were nasty, and needs to be cleaner. read more

I have ordered food from here several times. The food is quite good & nicely priced compared to dining in. Very good food.

it's nasty don't waste your money on this place from the carpeting to the food just nasty

Delicious as always. Will return again. Excellent fried chicken. Service attendants were very helpful. read more

I don't usually give negative reviews, but in this case, I think people need to be warned. Food--You'll be happier if you stick with the hospital cafeteria. Service--These people are doing the best they can with what Golden Corral provides, and *obviously* it ain't much. Their employees are entirely too nice to be working in a place that so clearly undervalues them. Ambiance--It's like if they put troughs out at Penndot. Yup. It's exactly like that. My son and I went here, after seeing the ads. It was dirty, the food was old, and it didn't taste good. (Again, not the fault of the overworked and underpaid staff. It's like nobody wants to pay a livable wage these days. Maybe if they actually paid enough so that people could pay their bills, they could retain employees. Just a thought.) Don't go here. It was so bad my son mentions it every time we pass it. read more

Lines moved fast buffet is packed.atmosphere is cozy but a bit loud due to it being packed, you seat yourself.but you do have a guide.cant wait to try the food I let my husband and daughter go first to get their food. The ride up was so peaceful and beautiful and the food omg I think I'll be taking this ride from now on read more

Golden Corral Buffet & Grill - Great food - Buffets Near Me - Lancaster, Pennsylvania

We went there for lunch today & after we sat down to eat we saw a roach crawling on the condiments caddy. We asked to see the manager. He took his sweet time coming over, carried the caddy away with him back to the kitchen. GROSS! Will NEVER eat there again! read more

Service is great! It's self serve at this location but you must sanitize your hands and use a glove they provide in order to make yourself a plate. They also hand you a plate and refill your drinks unlike before where you could just grab any plate and go and pour your own drink when entering. It's pretty much the same system except they're taking necessary precautions to keep everyone safe so I appreciate that. The food was good, basic Golden Corral choices since we went during lunch. I didn't take many pics at all but I can assure you they practice Social distancing and hand washing hygiene. read more

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I was always hesitant about eating at this place, but due to long waits on a Friday night I gave it a shot. They were short staffed (isn't everywhere), so many people would be immediately grossed out by the ton of un-bussed tables. A nice young guy cleaned a booth for us, but we had to them wipe it all dry with napkins. The food was ok, nothing was super great, but it was mostly hot & the salad items were fresh. We didn't have desserts. I sampled pizza, salad, fruit, pork tenderloin, meatloaf, spinach, zucchini, Mac & cheese, fish, fried okra & onion rings. If you want to stuff your face, especially with fried foods & desserts you'll have no trouble doing it here. But I'd probably only eat here for lack of anywhere else to go as we did Friday night. read more

Let's start by saying I'm not a fan of buffet restaurants, however this was a family members choice for their birthday. The staff was friendly and super accommodating- the wait was longer than usual. The restaurant was extremely packed, however the staff or food wasn't slack. Everything was stocked and hot and staff worked hard to keep things as neat and tidy as possible given the large crowd. Our waiter cleared our table as soon as we finished and drinks stayed full. The food wasn't terrible and it was hot. The customer service alone was a plus and I applaud them for great service. read more

We went today nov 9th at 330 pm. Seen sign many times on road trips- never been decided to stop. Older gray haired lady to greet us and at cashier was less than impressive, made me want to leave, nothing warm or southernish about her- she could tell we hadn't been and could have been warmer. She was all business pointed to get a drink, checked us in and said to pick a table and enjoy our meal- seemed aggravated when my senior mom didn't know how to get water. Anyhow, from there, we were surprised at the choices- amazing spread. I had meat and was surprised the pot roast and pulled pork were great! My mom is a vegan and was so excited about the choices she could enjoy. My dad was under impressed with mac n cheese, fried okra and pumpkin pie. He said meatloaf was good. I'm well aware the quality grade of this food can't be super high at this volume and price , and buffets aren't great for overweight Americans but still the spread was amazing. A manager was walking so turn ensuring things were clean. So much staff on- good sign. Our server was timely getting drink refills and cleansing plates from us and others. Other tables only left a few dollars which was shameful- we left her a huge tip- she was working hard and so sweet. Didn't get her name but she was thin, long hair ponytail, super simple girl no makeup, and was in the side near fruit by salad bar. We'll be back read more

Fast service, food is okay, but not bad enough to be mad about for the affordable price! Lots of choices so good place for picky eaters.

We were invited to join our friends for dinner tonight. This is a low quality food buffet. Aside from the salad bar, the food is overly salty and processed. Most of the food tasted like it was straight out of a can. All the serving utensils, plates and silverware felt sticky and barely sanitized. Walking up to the buffet is like a sport. There is no organization, no line to follow. Children are running in every direction, it's a mess. read more

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