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    Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

    2.7 (182 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids

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    Dayana P.

    This was the worst food I ever experienced. The location is accessible and does have parking. The service was horrible and the food was disgusting. When you walk in something tells you to leave but we kept walking in. The food looks disgusting, the floors were dirty and it smelled soo bad.I seen employees eating in corners talking food from open food bins on the floor. I cannot believe this place is open. Do not come here!

    Jacob B.

    The actual buffet food is so good that if you've been here, then you'll wanna come back soon. There are options on how the steaks are cooked here so that anytime you want a steak from Golden Corral, then you can ask whichever steak you want cooked in (rare, medium, well done, etc.). The salad bar looks so good too! There's food options that aren't found at another buffet I've gone to (Hibachi in Manchester, CT) like fried okra, fried liver, steak, and more. They also have a selection of Thanksgiving side dishes available to patrons seeking a Thanksgiving style buffet throughout the month of November including Stuffing and Sweet Potato Casserole. They even serve a birthday dessert dish for those who go here on their actual birthdays. I was served a red velvet cake with frosting on it for my birthday here. The plates are always sanitized before they're served. The staff are awesome, and I am pleased about their courtesy. That buffet overall is a wonderful experience! I went there the first Sunday of November 2023 for my birthday dinner with the whole family, trekking up 40 minutes north of my place in CT. I am pleased about food options, employees and a whole lot more that you can think of. Considering it is the only actual buffet for miles despite no highway access nearby (although it is on the state route with a mall and other plazas nearby), Golden Corral is not only Springfield's premier buffet, it is also the buffet capital Western Mass. I can't believe how packed it was that day although a little surprising considering I went on a weekend and to the fact that it happened on Sunday. Loads of people eating here with barely any tables available. WOW!

    Overcoming L.

    I use to go here often and the food was good. I went here on 10/25/24 and the food was lacking. The collard greens had so many big stems in them, some of the food was bland, the ice cream tastw funny, and the selection wasn't that great. Definitely not the Golden Corral I remember. They hadn't even start cooking any steaks yet and me and familyngot there after 3pm. The friend chicken was the best for me. To top it all off, the bathrooms were DISGUSTING. Nothing worse than going to a reaturant and the bathroom is nasty and you can't go because they're filthy. Pooped splashed all in the toilets. I felt bad for the handicap lady needing to use the bathroom when I was in there. They need to do better.

    Reen K.

    Well I haven't been to Golden Corral in years, so my son and I came here since my husband is at work and won't be back for awhile. We checked in, paid for our food and sat. My son went and got his food first and I went next. It was really crowded here, but everyone was nice and got their food really fast. Next, our waitress Yanica came and greeted us. I asked her how would I give her a tip if there is no place on the receipt? She said I would have to go to the cashier and use you credit card again or if I have cash, I can give it to her. Well I very rarely use cash, so since I paid for the food, my son paid her tip. I really don't like that idea. Why would a restaurant make you use your card twice? Than I was really upset. My son knows that I use plastic forks and knives at restaurants, so as I was getting my food, he went and got the money for the tip and also had to pay for plastic. I was furious. Why would you have to pay $.50 for plastic? My son didn't tell me until we were leaving. That is insane. I would never pay for plastic anywhere. There is a Walgreens across the street and I would've went there and purchased a box of forks and spoons before I paid a restaurant that I just paid $40 to dine at. Last, the kids that were there was looking at the guys who were wearing the bird and the scooby doo costume. I was in questioned as well as to why? One of the kids asked her mom why was the man wearing ears? So that should let you know that he didn't have a full costume, he had on the costume showing his face. They were also cleaning plates and etc. If I had to do it all over again, I would stick to what I selected to eat. I'm not a big eater, so I ate one scoop of bourbon chicken, fried shrimp, steak that I barely touched, a salad, and mashed potatoes. I had a ice cream cone as we were leaving, but threw it in the trash. The food was seasoned pretty well, just didn't want to eat seconds. I also had fruit punch to drink. It was ok, but not great. I very rarely eat buffet food and I see why. When you see kids that get their food and start eating before they get to their seats with their hands. Or you see them eating corn and take the same hand they started licking and use the serving utensil to pick up other food, you just lose your appetite. Also when you see an adult sticking her head under the glass to get one of the cooks attention to bring out more food, you just don't want anymore. That person was literally talking over all the food in that area. Also, why would you have a hand sanitizer machine for people to use, but nothing is in there. Many people went to try including me to get some and nothing. They even told the lady they were out. Wow, really? Sad I'm a really picky person especially if I'm paying for my food and my family's. I really love "Yelpers" because I can read their comments, add mine, and compare our reviews. Not too much of a difference with the score at this restaurant.

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    The selection of food the amazing service very friendly and upbeat Spotlessly clean bathroom. I would highly recommend

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    Food was okay but the Janitor was sweeping while we were passing by with food, GROSS.

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    Food hot and fresh. Building needs some work but staff makes up for it. Great value for real food

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    Was looking to use the chocolate fountain, then I watched 3 people stick their fingers in it.. place is very nasty and loud. Food was okay.

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    I ate here twice and both times I got horrifying diarrhea. The fried chicken is good though.

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    It was fine. Certainly not fresh. Cold gravy, stale buns. But fine for what it was. My 9 year old likes the buffet style.

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    Nippon Grill and Seafood Buffet

    2.7
    (127 reviews)
    6.5 mi
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    Nippon Grill and Seafood Buffet is one of the few buffets that still feels alive. The dining room…read morestays full, the trays move quickly, and the food comes out hot instead of drifting into that tired, lukewarm zone that ruins most buffets. The space itself is well kept and clean, which matters more than people admit. A buffet lives or dies on maintenance, and Nippon shows real discipline in how it's run. It is not perfect, but it gives you real value for the price, and that alone sets it apart in a landscape where many buffets have declined or disappeared. The strength of Nippon is its seafood. They offer baby clams, crayfish, mussels, fish dishes, and soups that are light enough to enjoy without burning out early. These dishes give the buffet a sense of generosity that many places have lost. The sushi is what you expect from a buffet, not a handcrafted experience, but it is fresh enough and replaced often. The hibachi station adds another layer of variety, and the constant movement of the crowd keeps the food cycling at a steady pace. The imperfections are predictable. Some dishes are filler. The room can get chaotic at peak times. A tray might sit empty for a moment before the next batch arrives. None of this is surprising, and none of it ruins the experience. It is simply the nature of a busy buffet that is trying to keep up with demand. There is one piece of advice that makes the difference between a short meal and a long, satisfying one. The worst way to approach a buffet is to load your first plate with dense, heavy foods. You fill up fast and the meal ends before it begins. Nippon rewards a smarter approach. Start with the low volume seafood. Begin with clams, fish, salads, soups, and crayfish. These dishes let you warm up without tapping out early. You can enjoy more of the spread and actually experience the variety that makes the place worth visiting. The truth is simple. Nippon is not trying to be refined. It is a big, lively, well maintained seafood buffet that gives you heat, turnover, and enough range to make the price feel fair. If you approach it with a little strategy, you can feast for a long time and walk out satisfied. I actually love this place.

    I was craving some Asian cuisine so my partner and I visited Nippon Grill and Seafood Buffet this…read moreafternoon. Upon entering we were greeted and seated by the hostess. The restaurant was fairly already busy for Saturday afternoon and the food was made fresh by the time I arrived. This is a great place for families and couples. The price for buffet attendees isn't bad especially if you come during the weekend. They also have really cute gifts/jewelry that you can buy at their counter as well. I ended up buying two watches from them.

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    Priya Indian Cuisine

    4.3
    (263 reviews)
    4.6 mi
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    My son and I had decided to give this restaurant another go. The last time we went we had the…read morebuffet and found the food too spicy. I had a list of what I was going to order-two items I had prepared to eat at home. The soup-chicken sweet corn-nicely diced chicken and vegetables was one of the best soups I have ever had. The garlic nan was garlicky and so tasty. The tandoori lamb chops with the lime marinade were some of the best lamb chops I have ever had in a restaurant. The vegetable pakora sampler-everything was great. The green salad-was large and fresh. I have zero complaints about the food. My son and I had over ordered and had plenty to take home---it was one of the best meals I have had in a restaurant in a long time. Now, for dessert, I had mango ice cream--I love ice cream-after each bite eaten I felt like I was in ice cream heaven. Only complaint service was on the slow side. Already planning my next meal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    A first time discovering this bunch & okay I admit I got it in the fridge for later time however I…read moregot a sense I've done well. I opted for the Medley Biryani rice dish with chicken, lamb & shrimp (I got a little sense that they might've not checked my memory on spices levels but then again I chose medium so let's hope for the best plus was never into that raita yogurt thing for cooling down the palate) . I think it's one which might do seats for dining as well & if this an indicator my instincts says same thing for eating in & ambulance levels.

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    Red Crab Juicy Seafood

    Red Crab Juicy Seafood

    3.4
    (94 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Such an odd meal. We're new to the area and were looking for whole boiled lobster for my son's…read morebirthday and this place came up. Supposedly it's seafood with Cajun flair? He was pretty excited. We went on a Monday and there were only a few other people there. Major first issue, they no longer serve the boiled lobster that is front and center on their menu... only the lobster TALES for $41!! The menus are paper and could easily be marked to show they don't sell it... or at the very least the server could MENTION that it's not available when she brings the menus. I asked twice if the $41 was the price for JUST the lobster and she said that it was, so we ordered additional sides. The menu was unusual... SOME spicy seafood items mixed in with stuff you'd only ever see on a menu in an Asian Restaurant. Fried dumplings, crab rangoon... and the $14 "Cajun Spicy Rice w/Shrimp" was literally a bowl of Asian fried rice with shrimp, not the least bit spicy OR Cajun. The woman that seated and served us was absolutely FLAT in her demeanor. Everyone is human and people have bad days, but she didn't smile a single time. I told her we were celebrating his birthday and she didn't even NOD in acknowledgment, just stood silently waiting for us to order... it was awkward. We felt like we were putting her out, like she had somewhere else to be and couldn't be bothered. They cover the table with a piece of brown paper, but the areas it doesn't reach were sticky like old kitchen grease. They bring the absolutely cheapest plastic utensils, the forks were so flimsy that we had trouble getting the meat out of the shell with them and finally had to ask if they had any metal ones. (They did, which begs the question, why don't they bring them to start?) They don't bring a nut cracker or a pick either, or even a table knife. It was a pretty messy meal. The lobster tails INCLUDED corn on the cob and potatoes, so we ended up with enough food for an entire second meal. In terms of the meal itself, it was pretty good. The Cajun fries were great, the onion rings too. I had some of the best fried whole clams and scallops of my life. The fried dumplings were also spectacular, though they don't offer dumpling sauce, only packets of soy sauce. The Cajun Rice was meh... it was disappointing for $14 and really hard to eat with the tiny plastic fork. The bill came to $104 before tip. Crazy that those prices don't justify real tableware. We'll definitely try it at least once more (maybe as takeout)... hopefully there will be a new server or she'll be in a better mood.

    Such an odd meal. We're new to the area and were looking for whole boiled lobster for my son's…read morebirthday and this place came up. Supposedly it's seafood with Cajun flair? He was pretty excited. We went on a Monday and there were only a few other people there. Major first issue, they no longer serve the boiled lobster that is front and center on their menu... only the lobster TALES for $41!! The menus are paper and could easily be marked to show they don't sell it... or at the very least the server could MENTION that it's not available when she brings the menus. I asked twice if the $41 was the price for JUST the lobster and she said that it was, so we ordered additional sides. The menu was unusual... SOME spicy seafood items mixed in with stuff you'd only ever see on a menu in an Asian Restaurant. Fried dumplings, crab rangoon... and the $14 "Cajun Spicy Rice w/Shrimp" was literally a bowl of Asian fried rice with shrimp, not the least bit spicy OR Cajun. The woman that seated and served us was absolutely FLAT in her demeanor. Everyone is human and people have bad days, but she didn't smile a single time. I told her we were celebrating his birthday and she didn't even NOD in acknowledgment, just stood silently waiting for us to order... it was awkward. We felt like we were putting her out, like she had somewhere else to be and couldn't be bothered. They cover the table with a piece of brown paper, but the areas it doesn't reach were sticky like old kitchen grease. They bring the absolutely cheapest plastic utensils, the forks were so flimsy that we had trouble getting the meat out of the shell with them and finally had to ask if they had any metal ones. (They did, which begs the question, why don't they bring them to start?) They don't bring a nut cracker or a pick either, or even a table knife. It was a pretty messy meal. The lobster tails INCLUDED corn on the cob and potatoes, so we ended up with enough food for an entire second meal. In terms of the meal itself, it was pretty good. The Cajun fries were great, the onion rings too. I had some of the best fried whole clams and scallops of my life. The fried dumplings were also spectacular, though they don't offer dumpling sauce, only packets of soy sauce. The Cajun Rice was meh... it was disappointing for $14 and really hard to eat with the tiny plastic fork. The bill came to $104 before tip. Crazy that that those prices don't just real tableware. We'll definitely try it at least once more (maybe as takeout)... hopefully there will be a new server or she'll be in a better mood.

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    BetMGM Sportsbook at MGM Springfield

    2.7
    (441 reviews)
    5.5 mi
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    This is a decent hotel for a casual trip to a Casino, but for a business conference, it was kind of…read morea let down. The hotel room didn't have a desk so I made a makeshift desk with the chair and an ironing board. I'm like the MacGruber of business travel. The pillows were actually decent and the room was nice too. The bed was comfortable and the guest bath had nice toiletries and a nice decor. It's way more expensive for a room than it should be considering the amenities at the casino. There's a sports bar that was huge and they also have an outdoor courtyard for watching sports (and other stuff too I'd imagine). Terry Bradshaw's head is even bigger on that TV. A lot of the restaurants are closed during certain weekdays, but the Italian pizza place/restaurant across the street was amazing. Go there for sure!

    Eh - it was ok. It's in a sketchy part of town. I pulled into a parking spot and saw two guys…read morewalking over to a car and picked up drugs... This was confirmed when I heard them talking about how much money each of them would make off of it in the elevator. I have been to many casinos including MGM and even though casinos probably have drug deals - they are by people smart enough to be discreet and not talk about it in the hallways and elevators. Not here! Springfield has a lot of Violence and drug activity and I am surprised that MGM built a casino there. They should have kept their brand at Foxwoods. Inside the casino the layout is pretty tight, slot machines are very close together. We didn't try any restaurants because we had just come from dinner. We didn't stay long - didn't like the vibe. Most likey won't go back. Seriously - sketchy. Other reviewers are right.

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