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    Ichiban Buffet

    3.1 (104 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Really enjoyed the food variety of dishes service was excellent everything looked really good would again

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    They have great food. The service is good, they are fast with the drinks. The desert is good.

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    2 years ago

    Food was amazing! When we visit again we plan to return. Good service , clean restaurant.

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    2 years ago

    It's clean, service is good. Not wonderful food. The do have a stir fry area which does make it a little better, but it's not great.

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    2 years ago

    Yes. Clean, plenty of choices and lots of friendly people. Great place in Springfield.

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    2 years ago

    Food was delicious enjoyed every bite of all that I ate. My sister and I go every chance we get. Getting a senior discount helps us a lot.

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    Never enough crab on buffet. Other than that was good. Waitress I didn't see much but is buffet. Did get soda wrong for grandson.

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