We went there 30 minutes before close on a Thursday night. We were actually not expecting the food to be that good being it was about to close and buffets usually have food sitting and getting old. Surprisingly the food was really good, had lots of flavor and I can't comment on freshness because it's our fault showing up with 30 min till close. The staff was great they even made me some almond chicken fresh and she brought me a Togo box with rice and told me to fill it if I'd like. Wow what great customer service and so kind to actually put in the extra effort and so that right with 5-7 min till closing at this point. She even offered to make me anything else I'd like but we were stuffed at this point and had to go food to boot! Will definitely be back and can't wait to try it when it's actually during a busy time when goods getting swapped out more. Don't get me wrong it was great and there were a lot of people given the time but excited to go back now. And their egg rolls were soooo good like the old ones we used to get. Anyways I'd give them a try read more

If I could give this restaurant zero stars, I absolutely would. This was, without question, one of the nastiest buffet experiences I've ever had. My daughter and I stopped at Golden Dragon in Cottonwood on our way home from picking her up at camp. We arrived around 11:15 a.m. for the lunch buffet, so we expected the food to be fresh. Instead, it was the complete opposite. The restaurant itself looked old, run-down, and dirty. Before we could even get food, we had to set several plates aside because they still had crumbs and food debris stuck to them. That immediately made us question the cleanliness of the restaurant. The buffet was even worse. Almost everything we tried was cold, dried out, rubbery, and incredibly chewy. The food looked and tasted like it had been sitting out for hours. Nothing tasted fresh, and we couldn't even finish half a plate each because every bite was so revolting. What really stood out was that an elderly family sitting at the table next to us was also talking about how unfresh everything tasted. It was obvious we weren't the only customers noticing the poor quality. To make matters worse, we spent nearly $40 for two lunch buffets and could barely eat any of it. We left feeling sick to our stomachs--not just because of the food, but because we had wasted $40 on a meal that was completely inedible. Looking back, we should have walked out the moment we saw the condition of the restaurant and the buffet. Instead, we gave it a chance, and we both deeply regret it. A few hours after leaving, both my daughter and I began vomiting and having diarrhea. We strongly suspect it was food poisoning because we both developed the same symptoms after eating here. Overall, between the dirty dishes, the run-down appearance of the restaurant, the old, cold buffet food, and now both of us becoming sick afterward, this was one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever had. I will never be back, and I genuinely hope the restaurant takes cleanliness, food quality, and food safety much more seriously because no customer should have an experience like this. read more

You gotta clean the poop-shoot on the shrimps. We having to peel them is bad enough but then eating their shit, no thanks. What else is not cleaned? Service was good. read more

Restaurant was very dirty and run down. Food was ok but I couldn't get past the cleanliness of the dining room. It makes me wonder what it's like in the kitchen read more

The food was great! for buffet style the waitress brought me my tea was friendly (& cute!) the ambiance was nice. the restaurant as a whole! was really clean, no messes, smelled really clean! i'll definitely be back!! read more

Golden Dragon - dessert the ice cream was very good - Chinese Near Me - Cottonwood, Arizona

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I operate Caveman Canine, a petsitting service in Clarkdale. With the parent's permission I always let pups try tiny bites of certain foods. BEST ORANGE CHICKEN and others. I've lived here for years and never tried Golden Dragon. Just didn't have high hopes. They literally have the best orange chicken and Mongolian chicken I've ever had (including PF CHANGS). Lakota and Sam of Caveman Canine FULLY APPROVE this restaurant's dishes :) also, no upset tummies. read more

Golden Dragon - Lakota and Sam of Caveman Canine (petcare) fully approves of the the Dragon's golden chicken. AMAZING. - Chinese Near Me - Cottonwood, Arizona

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If there was a no stars option, I would've definitely chosen that option. This restaurant I heard was a great restaurant back in the day! Recommended by family members, we decided to eat there this past Wednesday after two games of baseball at Camp Verde MS. BUT OMG! We saw mice in the hallway on our way to the restrooms, by the time we had eaten most of our food (we were seated in the back room). We immediately informed the lady who seated us and the Chinese lady who was the hostess/cashier, we left our table mortified after seeing the rodents and complaining to the restaurant staff. They were surprised, but did not look too astounded/shocked, like they had known about the rodent problem already! The cashier told one of the men workers to chase it out or kill it, he hit it with a broom and the rodent was struggling to run, and the worker kicked it out of the back door. I should've taken a picture, but I didn't have my phone when they were trying to find and catch the mouse! However, the cashier just knocked off one buffet charge as we were a party of 7 people and still paid $102. We just wanted to leave asap, and we left nauseous! I let her know that this was our first time eating at their establishment, and that we will NEVER return, and she was apologetic and told us it might've been because they had the door opened in the back and the rodents came in through there, also informing us that they did use a rodent/pest control. We told her that they need to have another round of rodent control done! They need to be reported. That is a serious health and sanitation violation for a restaurant! read more

Amazing food generous portions and priced well on of my favorites in flagstaff I love their hot and sour soup and Mongolian beef

Food was awful! Way tomuch vegetable under cooked. Very few shrimp. Egg rolls overcooked

We have been coming to this buffet for years in the summer months and have liked the food, the taste and variety. That all changed today when we went there. The food was awful and the variety was not as good as before. Many of the food choices weren't marked. To sum it up we won't be coming back. The cashier said there are new owners Good luck in staying in business read more

Food offered in buffet or menu orders. Rotating menu and awesome egg-rolls! Fresh and hot. Staff is polite and respectful Highly recommended read more

I stopped by to check out the buffet and there were plenty of choices, including some for vegetarians. The staff was really friendly. If you're around Cottonwood and feel like eating at a buffet, I'd suggest giving this place a try. read more

The food is ok for being a Chinese Buffet in a tiny Arizona town. Possibly Vomiting it up a 3 hours later, not quite so ok.

I like egg foo young with the brown gravy and not one big flat piece of egg. Other than that all good and no gastric disturbances. Considering Cottonwood had 3 choices in the past, this restaurant could be of lesser quality. $23 offers me many satisfactory meals. read more

If you're visiting cottonwood or Camp Verde then this buffet is the spot to go to. Great customer service is offered by the servers. If you need anything they got you! I'm a vegetarian and usually the options for me at Chinese restaurants are just noodles and desserts but this place had way more for me. Let me first say their egg rolls are amazing and yes they are vegetarian. The spring rolls were okay but nothing compared to the egg rolls. The sweet and sour sauce made both taste better. The French fries were crispy and good, ask for ketchup. The fried rice was different than what I'm used to but it was still good. The chow mein was decent. Ice cream tastes really good and so did all the different desserts they had. We will be coming back again when we visit again. read more

Up-Side: Employees are very nice Otherwise, the Chinese food here isn't great. If you're seeking authentically good Chinese food, go elsewhere. If you're looking for a quick Chinese buffet, you're better off heading around the corner to Panda Express. Yes, Panda Express is better. read more

Agree with many of the other reviews. Food was really dry and not at all tasty. Beef was tough and fatty. Unfortunately, I think we would have had a better meal at Panda Express. Won't be going back. read more

Worst buffet I have ever been! As an asian I know what Asian/Chinese food taste plus I have been to many buffets in the east coast to California. Just worst food- overcooked, presentation/ display worst( food were covered) etc. just don't recommend this place. read more

We are now frequent flyers at Golden Dragon. The colors and food flavors of food has improved greatly. We prefer and recommend ordering from the menu and not the buffet. The hot and sour soup is so delicious we frequently order it to go and same goes for their appetizer cream cheese crab-stuffed won tons. Their kung pao beef or chicken are my favorites. read more

I really enjoy both the buffet and ordering from the menu. The buffet is fun and give me such a wide variety of foods to choose from. The Won Ton soup is great and I like that I can choose and pick how many I want. There are beef dishes, shrimp, Ala Carte things, Egg Rolls, salad, desserts and even ice cream Drop buy and try it. Know you will enjoy Cottonwood s, best Chinese there is. Thanks and Have Fun ! read more

During the week of July 23rd I spent several days touring the Verde Valley and the Red Rock Country. Having been there numerous times over the years, I've come to know many restaurants in the area. One I've long wondered about was the Golden Dragon. I always passed it up because I have to be in the mood for Chinese. On the 24th I was. I enjoyed a fantastic buffet. Big selection, everything hot, tasted good. Waitress and manager were both engaging and efficient. I so enjoyed the experience that three days later, after two days of subsisting on camp supplies, I returned for a parting visit. This experience measured up to the first. Fresh food was being brought out while I was there. I liked that. I've added the Golden Dragon to my dining options when up that way. read more

Spot on buffet catering to Americanized ideas of Chinese food at a very reasonable price. I often times call in an order and there is no uncomfortable issue with misunderstanding due to my Midwest accent. Large quantity and great variety with a mixture of clientele, both hungry and happy! read more

My wife and I have been going to the Golden Dragon for over 15 years. The owners are great and their food is consistent! The owners son was working and he was the nicest young man you could ever meet. Great food, a Great family and a son who will be a true leader! I just ordered 5 mins ago! Thank you L&M Young read more

I ordered green beans and the pork ribs and a Gatorade $28 and of course I received some wish Cookie. The rice was dry and the pork spare ribs were tasty but hard also, I give this dinner a thumbs down read more

Believe it or not this used to be a great buffet...but that was back in the 90s. There were very few entree choices, most of which were hot or spicy. Usually, even on a bad Chinese buffet you can at least find one or two edible items...not this one. There wasn't a single item that was the least bit edible. When the hostess asked us if everything was okay as we left, we told her no, in fact everything was just awful. We told her it used to be great food back 30 years ago and she said it didn't make sense that they weren't still good; after all they still had the same chef. Maybe they wore him out? I have a sick stomach just remembering it...if you are thinking of trying this buffet, don't. read more

The booth we were put in had a pirate of the foam backing torn out, the seat had a big rip in it. while walking back to the bathrooms I saw 3 booths with men sleeping in them at 11:45 AM. The food was okay. But after seeming the disarray in the the place I question the condition of their kitchen /food prep. if you are craving Chinese find another place. read more

I had eaten here pre-pandemic and it wasn't good, but I was craving Asian food and not Panda Express for a change. We are from the buffet, but you can order from the menu as well. I was pleasantly delighted. The food was very good, but the green beans were amazing. I WILL go back. The one negative was the restaurant was very warm inside and a bit stuffy. Other than that no negatives. The staff was kind and helpful. If you haven't been in a while,try it again. read more

This place only has 3 stars ... something I don't do often. But reviews were good. People said "great food, great place" But also reviews were 3 years old. ??? Ok, Let's try it. That was a mistake. One of the absolutely worst restaurants I've ever been to. Yelp should have just one minus star for restaurants that make you physically sick. The owners wife probably wrote all the reviews. read more

Good selection of Chinese food at a reasonable price. Worth the drive from Sedona to get away from the tourist prices

Food was cold and chicken tasted like rubber. There were hot red peppers in the orange chicken. Asked for water for 2 and tea. Was brought one water and one coffee. Asked again and was brought one cup with tea. Won't go there again. Also first two big signs said price was 11.95 and they had a sign on the very top of a wall saying 13.95 so of course they charged 13.95. No apologies for having misleading signs. They had a specials board covering another 13.95 sign. read more

Hideous, absolutely every dish was horrible, overcooked, recooked and cooked again, dried out or left over I'm not sure which. My husband went the buffet while I ordered off the menu. How do you F up every dish in an Asian restaurant to the point that I wouldn't even take it home to feed to my dog ?! Even the desserts?! Cakes/cookies, while nicely displayed tasted like no sugar, no butter, no gluten, no taste. I left the entire meal on the table paid the bill and left, never to return. If a 0 star rating was an option I'd have given this restaurant a -10. So sad they survived Covid and Ming House did not! I'd have to fly to MN to find a worse Asian restaurant on the face of the Earth, UGH!! read more

Just ordered dinner from this restaurant claims to be Chinese food. I should have just gone to panda express got sweet-and-sour pork the pork was so hard overcooked and dry it was like chewing rocks the Chau men was so flavorless I will never go back there worst Chinese food I've ever had in my life they should be ashamed read more

Took my wife to dinner tonight at the Golden Dragon. We both had the buffet. I had the shrimp with cocktail sauce, egg roll, teriyaki chicken stick, wonton soup, szechuan chicken, chicken with potato, a huge jalapeno pepper, spicy shrimp, and dessert. I really like their buffet. It is one of the best Chinese buffets I've ever had, and I love Chinese buffets. My favorite dish here is the szechuan chicken. They don't put the broccoli in the buffet version so if you have a chance to order just the dish then do that. Btw they also have a huge full menu to choose from. Some buffet dishes are not on the menu either. My wife was very impressed with the wonton soup and she especially liked that the wontons are separate from the soup so you can put as many as you want into your bowl of soup. Overall a great experience, friendly and attentive staff, and the owner is always super nice. We also enjoy ordering takeout from here, and what I'll do is order a few things from the menu theb add a few buffet treats as well. They charge by the pound for takeout buffet so it works out really well if you don't do like a salad or something inexpensive from the buffet. read more

I live in Cottonwood and have gone here quite a few times.It used to be my favorite ,food was always fresh,great service,plenty of choices.The last time i went will be my last.The service was fine but the food tasted like it was frozen and had been thawed out,So disappointing.I don't know if they hired new cooks that don't know what they're doing or if they started buying food from a different vendor. What ever the case,it is the only Chinese buffet for miles so it looks like I'll be driving to Phoenix the next time I want Chinese buffet. read more

The crab advertized means were imitation crab. The scallops I do not think were real. not the best I have had but the drinks were good.

It's a hidden spot in Cottonwood. It doesn't look like much, but once you walk in, the atmosphere speaks for itself. I lived in the area for a couple months and was lucky to find this place. I heard about it from a family member. Now, I live in the valley and miss the place. The buffet was the reason I went in. The food was amazing! Also, the owner is a stand up guy. He's very kind and wants to meet his customers. There should be one of these in the valley! read more

Giving them a 3 star because they're always so kind. Unfortunately I went in today and left dissatisfied with the service. Our server got us drinks but not a menu and was gone for 15-20 she sat another table during that period with menus. (Honest mistake) once I got I ordered something that sounded tasty. The food came out in a timely manner but was like warm. The whole dish was lacking in flavor so I had to put a generous amount of shout. A chicken chow mein dish with small scraps of chicken and an abundance of cabbage and noodles. I left feeling sick in my stomach all day. I think this place could be super great if there was more quality control. Nice people but the service and quality could use work. read more

I looked this place up online, it had decent Google reviews.... The only thing good about this place is the staff. They are very friendly and accommodating. The food was absolutely terrible. I'm not super picky, but I couldn't finish 1 plate of the food. It was piss poor to say the very least. I put a bunch of different things on my plate and it was all tragic. Even the white rice! It tasted old. Thank you to the staff that I interacted with. You were all great! read more

This place has good tasting food But the price gouging is Really getting out of hand...We used to go there frequently and enjoyed it, this was before the covid scene...Now that they have reopened the buffett, we thought ,great lets go and eat there again..Buffett prices that used to be 20-21 dollars are now 30-31 and thats before tip! I dont care if the food is decent, this is an insane increase and I'll whip up some good tasting chinese food at Home before I consent to That kind of greed and gouging! They are Loosing customers because people just cant afford the outrageous prices these guys are charging. read more

It's not what is used to be, the food doesn't taste as good As when Tina used to be the owner buffet doesn't offer a lot of options. I'm really disappointed read more