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    Great Plaza Buffet

    3.3 (801 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    GREAT PLAZA BUFFET ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Abel T.

    5 stars alert This place is really good, They got a huge variety everything from sushi to Chinese food, seafood, and my favorite is the hibachi grill where you just build your own plate with noodles, green peppers, mushrooms, whatever you want. I came here for my birthday and that deal is actually legit half off on your birthday and even up to five days after. Staff is really friendly too, especially the girl at the register, she always makes you feel welcome and gets you seated quick. Service is solid. Just make sure you come hungry and bring the whole family, there's a lot to choose from. On Fridays and Saturdays they have crab legs, yeah they're cold but honestly still taste good. For like $25+, it's definitely worth it. They also got lunch, so check the menu. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.Nice anclean when I came in . #BuffetEats #AllYouCanEat #FoodSpots #WorthIt #FoodieFinds

    Calina N.

    Me and my husband are buffet lovers and we were surprised that there was a buffet in pacific beach! I would say this buffet is a hidden gem because they offer crab legs on friday and saturday evenings for less than $30 on top of all the other food you can get. They even have a hibachi station which you won't really find at the cheaper buffets so I was surprised. The food is ok but the hibachi and crab legs alone make it worth it. Not only that but there is literally no wait. We came on a saturday night during graduation week too. Other buffets in san diego would most definitely have a wait but this place wasn't crowded at all.

    After a full tummy. Time for a nap =)))

    Super fast service to get in. Fantastic food and dessert. Highly recommend Great Plaza Buffet. My mom loved coming here.....

    Cirwan S.

    Lots of option ! Brought a group of young people here and they loved it ! They have an amazing for for the lunch buffet ! My favorite item here was the honey walnut shrimp ! To die for !! Restaurant was clean , service was fast ! Definitely some place I'd come again

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    Carlos S.

    Amazing food the service is amazing. They're on it. They come pick their plate and they just know i'm from Riverside California and my cousin told me about this place. It's amazing. I love it.

    Hibachi, the only thing I enjoyed on this place.
    Jane R.

    Not so great buffet. I generally don't expect much from a cheaper end buffet, but this one is a bit on the worst side. Sushi - was like 3 days old. I mean I'm sure it was made today, you can tell by the rice but the fish and everything, it was bad. I feel like gas station sushi would be better. I saw the lady cutting up salmon and that fish still looked half frozen. Just no. Also, one of them had a long strand of hair embedded in it. I told the staff behind the counter, she took it, pulled the hair out and put it aside. I can't confirm if she put the exact same one back on the stand, let's just say if she didn't throw it away, what do you think they did with it? Dim sum options - just above room temp so, no bueno. Curry in their marinate. The porkchop, chicken wings, even their kale salad had them. I'm not saying that's a bad thing, I'm not a fan of curry so I'm just calling it out as I've never had Indian curry in my food in a Chinese restaurant. It was unexpected. They have very limited selections, compared to other buffet places. The place was just damp and blah looking. Just spend the money on a meal you'll actually enjoy.

    Very disappointing most of the times just because of tall front desk girl Mimi. She's just very rude! idk why you would have attitude when working with people. Last time I came in she didn't even say hello and just walk away from me and was same rude during check out. Their food is really good tho! I take stir fry its fresh and delicious especially for that price! So yeah if it wasn't rude staff it could've been 5 stars.

    Dina S.

    Delicious . Good price. Food is fresh. Definitely coming back again Service good . Ambiance well.

    Even the fruits tasted disgusting

    No quality food and no customer service conclusion if u are a food lover and appreciate the taste of your food, this place isn't the place to go

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    George E.

    Today's visit wasn't as good as it has been lately. The food wasn't as hot as usual. NO problem with the cold items. No problem with the food taste or quality. It took a long time for my table to be bussed. It took a really long time to get my bill. It was thier turn to have a bad day.

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    Amazing food and service! The food was great and the staff was very nice! Would come back.

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    Ask the Community - Great Plaza Buffet

    Do they serve oysters for dinner menu?

    Sergio's review from September says that oysters are included in the "seafood tower". I always go for lunch. I always see a tray with the "traditional buffet" mussels and… Read more

    Is there pizza?

    Yes, but it's a Chinese Buffet

    Is there still chicken feet here?

    Yes, I saw them there last week.

    Used to have crab legs here, is it true they are not available anymore? Just saw crab legs are back for Friday and Saturday night dinner.

    I just got a message in my Five Star app: Crab legs are back!

    Can we dine here alone?

    I have observed several people eating lunch alone. I see no signage about lone diners. So go alone and enjoy your buffet. :-)

    When will it be reopened?

    Friday! 26 March 2021, per an email I received 23 Mar 2021.

    What're the new prices for Dine-In now that they're reopening?

    It looks like the same prices as before. I will post a photo of the price list

    Dine-in will be available soon?

    We are back in business. Come stop by!

    Is the salmon sashimi available for lunch and dinner? Other than price, what items, if any, are different between lunch and dinner? Lastly, it looks like the reviews have dropped significantly starting in January. What happened? Thanks!

    Best sashimi after 3:30pm(salmon tuna etc) , for the reviews drop I just went again today , and in my opinion the restaurant, employees and service looks the same as 1,2 and 3 years ago.

    How much for lunch?

    Lunch $10.99 after 3 pm Dinner $15.99 Sat. $11.99 and $16.99… Read more

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    Sushi Fish Attack

    Sushi Fish Attack

    4.2
    (1k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Let me tell you that I was initially thrown off by the name, but now am a long time regular…read more Great spot if you're looking for fun rolls at a reasonable price. It's small - so the wait can be long, but they do allow you to make reservations via phone.

    This has become my favorite sushi restaurant! My fiancé and I stopped by on a whim because of the…read morerestaurant's name, and we were blown away by the quality and selection of the fish. The toro had beautiful marbling like wagyu beef, the kanpachi was so fresh and delicate, and the ankimo was melt in the mouth delicious! Special mention for the hotate (scallop) nigiri, the scallop was beautifully cut and had a buttery mouthfeel. They also have an extensive sake and Japanese beer list with many brands I have never seen at other restaurants. The Dassai 45 was a great pairing with the nigiri we got! The space is intimate, set for mostly tables of 2, though we did see tables combined to seat parties of 4. There is always classy jazzy music playing, and the vibes are chill and cozy with warm lighting. The servers are attentive even during busy times, and are very professional. I highly recommend stopping by if you get the chance, and make sure to call for a reservation because the small space fills up quickly. Be aware that parking is limited and some spots are reserved for other businesses.

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    Inside dining area on an early Saturday evening
    Inside dining area on an early Saturday evening
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    Bang Bang
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    EE NAMI Tonkatsu Izakaya

    EE NAMI Tonkatsu Izakaya

    4.5
    (744 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    First time here and won't be the last. The restaurant is small so I recommend making a reservation…read morein advance. They do accept walk ins but limited (and wait can be up to 1-1.5 hour wait). My favorite appetizers were the A5 Japanese Wagyu Tataki and the Eggplant with shishito peppers. For the main course I went with their traditional tonkatsu combo. The miso soup 10/10, katsu sauce 10/10 and I chose the pork with the more fat on it and was 10/10!! Definitely taking my friends here the next time! YUM!!!

    EE Nami is consistently ranked in people's top 5 for best asian restaurants in SD. So I wanted to…read morecheck out what the hype was about! We came by on a Friday afternoon & didn't realize just how small their space is. Fortunately, the wait was only 20 minutes & we made it just in time to order before they closed the kitchen at 1:40 pm. For food, we got the potato croquette and katsu curry, both scrumptious!! The curry tastes very clean, not oily/greasy, similar to what I've had in Japan. I also wish there was a bit more katsu as it seemed kinda small compared to the rest of the plate. I'm still a bit partial to Coco Ichibanya as their curry has a bit more flavor/kick, but EE Nami is a close second! I definitely want to try the katsu sando next time :-) P.S. They do NOT offer chicken katsu, only pork. I saw reviews where some people ordered chicken katsu but the staff confirmed that they don't sell it!

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    EE NAMI Tonkatsu Izakaya
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    Chef JUN - Bay Ho

    Chef JUN - Bay Ho

    4.6
    (691 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    My bestie searched up this spot and we were excited to try it out. Parking was a little tight but…read moreluckily I found a spot right away. She made a reso so that was helpful since it did seem to get quite busy. The HH was bomb we both had the Iced Green Tea which tasted a little like matcha! The roll were very unique and fresh!

    Came here with two friends for a late birthday dinner celebration. I made a reservation for six,…read morebut we ended up needing to push it to 6:30, which wasn't an issue at all. Booking was easy through their website. When we arrived around 6:30, and there were still a handful of open tables so reservations may not always be necessary, but it's probably still a good idea. Our server was phenomenal and really elevated the experience. She gave great recommendations and even let us sample both the Cabernet and Merlot when we couldn't decide on a bottle of wine. We ordered a variety of dishes: * Spicy Edamame: very flavorful, but definitely on the spicy side so be warned if you're sensitive to heat. * Fire Fire Roll: light and fresh fish, but the seared salmon flavor didn't really stand out. * Orange Roll: also light and fresh, but I didn't really pick up the citrus/lemon zest element. A bit underwhelming compared to expectations. * Salmon Belly Nigiri: very fresh and a favorite at the table. * Crab Roll Special: generous portion of fresh crab. * Yuzu Cheesecake: served with three spoons to share. It tasted like a classic cheesecake, pleasant, but I didn't really get a distinct yuzu flavor. The space is cute and conveniently located in a shopping center with plenty of parking. Overall, the atmosphere is laid-back and comfortable. While the rolls themselves are fairly simple and not especially standout, everything tasted fresh and the service was excellent, which made the experience enjoyable.

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    Chef JUN - Bay Ho
    Spicy tuna
    Spicy tuna
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    Ototo Sushi Co.

    Ototo Sushi Co.

    3.9
    (1.3k reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    I love me some sushi and sushi at Ototo Sushi co never disappoints. From their speciality rolls to…read morehand rolls to nigiri rolls...Delish! This night we ordered to go their Salmon Nigiri Rolls and Spicy Tuna Hand-rolls. First time trying their Spicy Tuna Hand-rolls which was amazing. The Salmon Nigiri can never go wrong. Both are $6.48 for 2 Pieces. The service was friendly and they made our order faster than expected so we didn't have a long wait. This Sushi spot is small, but cozy. They do have indoor and outdoor seating. Great for a date night or cozy family night out.

    This review is not for the sushi. I came here on a Monday during lunch to take advantage of their…read morelunch special. They have $15 Bento Box lunch specials Monday thru Friday, but Monday is the best bargain as it's Korean BBQ short ribs which is normally $24. The Salmon Kama (collar) on Thrusday might also be a good deal as its not offered on the normal menu. The bento comes with miso soup, salad, rice and mixed temupra. The meal is a good amount, not too much or too little. The salad is rather plain, the tempura is pretty good 1 piece of shrimp and some vegetables. There were 5 pieces of kalbi ribs, it also came with a side kochujang sauce which added a spicy kick if you wanted but i thought it was not necessary. The ribs were sweet, tender and lightly charred, it came on a bed of charred onions which added a nice sweetness when eaten together. The space is very nice and clean, much more fancy than what i imagined from the outside. There is seating both inside and out. Service was friendly and attentive. They are located in the shopping center with Vons and CVS on Balboa and Genesee so theres lots of parking.

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    Inside
    Crispy Fried Calamari
    Crispy Fried Calamari
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    Sipz - Clairemont

    Sipz - Clairemont

    4.1
    (1.8k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    Here for work from NJ and bookmarked this place for the plethora of vegetarian options…read more A friend and I were the first ones in and after deciding on a few dishes to try, the friendly staff were more happy to answer questions. Firstly- the portions are huge! Salt and Pepper Tofu - Crispy chunks of tofu and broccoli with lots of flavor. This is a dry dish so the tofu stays crispy all through. Mongolian Crispy "Beef" - Amazing umami flavor. I got halfway through eating top to bottom before I realized the crispy short rice noodles were at the bottom! Advice: Mix it as you get it before eating. As we were finishing what we could of the meal we could smell fresh baked goods. I went to get a box for leftovers from the back counter and saw trays of fresh baked cookies on the counter. Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, and the one that had my attention- Funfetti with an Oreo in the middle! When I asked if they had any ready up front they insisted I have one of the hot fresh ones out the oven! No pic of the cookie, it didn't make it far! Wish we had places like this near me in NJ.

    Large vegan menu. Ordered & definitely recommend the delicious refreshing Lychee slushy & a big…read moreslice of Ube Coconut cake- yum! Also had Pad Thai, large bowl, very eye appealing, good with slightly chewy vegan Chick'n strips. Too many large chunks of onion for my taste as I'm not an onion fan, I prefer mild scallions on mine. My personal preference, if I order again I'd order without. A nice filling lunch, Took 1/2 to go. Good selection of individually packaged vegan sliced desserts in front pastry case ready to go. Fast service easy parking.

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    Counter area
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    Ube Cake
    Sipz - Clairemont

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