BEST LOBSTER BUFFET! Mother's Day brunch buffet. I booked a reservation a month in advance to celebrate this special day, as no walk-ins are allowed that day. It's located in a quiet spot, away from the smoky casino on the hotel side. We were told there was a 90-minute limit when we got seated, but we ended up staying there for 2 hours. There were lobster tails, crab legs, mussels, scallops, steaks, sea bass, salmon, and lots of different sides to choose from. Our server was very friendly and attentive. It was such a long 50 minutes drive for us, but it was definitely worth the gas and time! read more

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I've been here probably 5 times now, and so here is a detailed rundown of if you should spend $60 and up at this buffet. (TLDR, it is worth it if you LOVE seafood... of course.) And shout out to the girl around my age, she was restocking everything almost constantly! She was keeping all the food fresh and flowing!!!! She had on some pretty lashes and she was strong as hell, carrying oyster plates and fruit plates. She saw me loitering by the fruits since I was disappointed that there wasn't any more pineapple and immediately let me know she would grab some more for me. She actually went above and beyond. I wish I got her name! Food: They used to have king/snow crab legs and prime rib, but now it's just dry steak. I could barely choke it down with their ajus. I was actually so excited to try the lamb but it was insanely gamey and almost ruined my appetite. It was so dry and it was like powder on my tongue. I really regret starting my meal off with it. Their prime rib used to be sooo juicy. I was shocked. The lobster, crab, and shrimp cocktail was delicious and fit my palate very well. My family loved their oysters. Plate after plate after plate of oysters and lobster... that's how you do it! The lobster has 2 kinds, fried and grilled. The grilled was surprisingly way more salty than the fried and slightly more rubbery. After 2, I went straight for the fried ones. Crispy, more tender and juicy, and it was like they had infinite lobsters. Each one is cut in half. The shrimp was huge and plump and the crab was pretty good. I tried a few of their side items like the peppers and potatoes, not bad, but not much else. I was there to get my money's worth. The rest of the stuff wasn't restocked as much, like the lumpia, broccoli beef, but i DO WISH I TRIED OUT THE CHILAQUILES BAR. But that's meant to fill you up on the cheap stuff. My mom tried the siete mares but she said it was pretty gross. Super salty, no other flavors. It changed locations and I really prefer the old one more. It was definitely bigger. It is very pretty though, overlooking the hills with ample bar seating. It can get a little packed but nothing crazy. If you go during the morning, you get a better deal. It's definitely worth a mini road trip if you reeeeally like your oysters and lobsters. read more

Just spent our anniversary weekend at the Jamul Resort and had the Lobster Brunch at the new Jamul 23 restaurant. Jamul 23 is not located in the actual casino. It is located in the hotel lobby area. The restaurant it's self is pretty small compared to most casino buffets, but it does the job. Lobster Brunch was $59 a person when we went. A little pricey for the food selection...but it was mostly seafood (lobster, crab, oysters) so it was to be expected. This is a brunch, but like I said, the selection was heavier on the seafood than the breakfast items. They did have white rice, which was a plus for me! The service is top-notch. The staff is friendly and very attentive to your needs. As great as this place is, the view is nothing to look at. The windows face the employee parking lot and the main road to the resort, with houses on the hill, which really takes away from the high class ambiance. The opposite side of the building would have been a prime view in my opinion. Overall, the food is delicious and I definitely had my share of lobster and shrimp! read more

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Jamul 23 is inside the newer hotel wing at Jamul Casino. The space itself is modern, clean, and has great views of the surrounding hills, but the buffet area is small with a fairly limited selection. Their seafood selection of lobster, crab legs, scallops, shrimp, and oysters is fresh and tasty, with multiple lobster options to choose from. There's also carving stations with prime rib and steak, though the steak was a bit dry during our visit. A small Asian section offers rice and noodles, but overall variety is limited. Jamul 23 is a pricey buffet with solid seafood options, but the rest of the menu feels pretty limited. It's worth checking out if you're mainly there for lobster and crab, but don't expect much variety or standout service. read more

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We went for the VVIP on a Wed. $80 per person. (Players discounts available) Seafood was good. Cooked food was just ok. I feel like it was worth it for me because I love a raw bar. My husband not so much. Service was great. The set up was nice. read more

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Food: 4 Service: 4 Ambiance: 4 I truly miss the classic San Diego casino buffets, so I was really glad to see that Jamul casino has one. It's always nice finding a spot that keeps that buffet experience alive. Jamul 23 Buffet is located on the hotel side of the casino, so be sure to park over there. I didn't realize that at first and ended up walking through the casino. It wasn't too bad, but it's always nicer to park closer to where you're actually going. We went during a weekday brunch and it was very calm. There was a good number of people dining, but it wasn't crowded or chaotic at all. I really appreciated the relaxed atmosphere. The selection isn't as massive as a typical Las Vegas buffet, but you can absolutely tell that the quality is there. And yes, it's all you can eat lobster. I definitely filled myself to my lobster's delight! There was sautéed lobster, fried lobster, crab legs, a seafood station, a carving stations, and even a chilaquiles station. They also had an omelette station, along with freshly squeezed juice and tea available. The dessert selection wasn't as extravagant as I usually prefer, but again, the quality was solid. Overall, I really enjoyed my time here. The food was delicious, it wasn't overly crowded, the service was good, and it felt like a calm, enjoyable meal with great seafood options. I came with a friend and was treated, so I can't really speak on the price. But if you're craving lobster and seafood in a relaxed setting, this is definitely a spot to check out. read more

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Jamul 23's Lobster Buffet is absolutely worth it. The food is delicious, consistently fresh, and an excellent value for what you get. If you're a seafood lover, this place delivers every time. What really sets Jamul 23 apart though is the service, especially Elise. She has been our server on a few occasions, and her warmth, professionalism, and attentiveness are truly outstanding. On one visit in particular, I watched her handle some extremely rude and disrespectful customers with incredible grace. She remained calm, kind, and genuinely pleasant throughout the entire interaction, never once letting it affect her service or demeanor. Seeing that level of class and professionalism speaks volumes about both Elise and the establishment. Buffets are often judged only on food, but the experience here is elevated because of people like her. Outstanding service like that makes Jamul 23 stand out well above the typical buffet experience. Great food, great value, and exceptional service. Highly recommend... and if you get a chance, ask to sit in Elise's section. read more

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Even though there was a little misunderstanding with the Bartender's rudeness towards me and my wife, one of the Manager named Cindy helped us out and was very accommodating! The rest of the staff were awesome as well and our server was very attentive and very deligent. 5 Stars for sure! If you guys need great worldclass service and delicious fresh AYCE Lobster--this place is Gem read more

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Celebrated my sister's 75th birthday here. Overall selections could be a bit more but then again the prices will probably be higher. Service was excellent. Ambience is great. The view could be a bit better. Perhaps open the other side where the view was inviting through the wilderness. read more

Jamul 23 - Buffets Near Me - Jamul, California

Came to check out the new buffet located on the hotel side of the casino. Pretty spacious but limited buffet choices. Great for seafood lovers. Lobsters, snow crabs, king crabs, Dungeness crab, fresh scallops and salmon! A few hot items like stir fry veggies, fried rice, they have some cuts of meat too. Steak and lamb chops, also a pasta station. Looks like they change the meats and pasta station up since it wasn't the same item as my last visit. They also have some desserts and charcuterie station. Overall, worth it if you're a seafood lover, great service throughout my whole dining experience. Walk in is welcome if you couldn't snag a reservation. read more

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This buffet is located through the hotel. You have to take the elevators from the casino to the hotel. You go through a security check and walk down the hallway. The buffet is pretty new. It only opened about 2 months ago. Its really beautiful inside. It looks like there isn't much food, but there is a lot! If you like seafood, this is your buffet! My only disappointment is that the dessert section is very limited. The service is absolutely stellar. From the hosts to my server, they were excellent! My server Alexa was wonderful and kind and had a great smile. The meat carvers and bussers were so welcoming and just so nice! I was treated so well and taken care of! Love it! I love the deep fried lobster and pretty much all the crab. Its 80$ for dinner and 60$ for brunch 8am - 2pm. For brunch you get lobster also but not Alaskan king crib. The quality is superb. I've been to all buffets that claim to have good lobster and crab, but was disappointed bc the quality was just abysmal. Not at jamul 23! Its great seafood and an awesome experience. I like the eggplant and the butter they give you with the complimentary bread! Soooo good! I stayed for about 2 hours and had a lovely time. They have a bar there you can order all the drinks you want. My chardonnay was only 8-9$. My husband loved the clam chowder. They didn't have a big selection of salad and the meats didn't fair very well with me. The duck is too dry and the stir fry chicken was also dry. For what they had in desserts, it was all yummy. I will definitely be coming again. Not to gamble though bc i lost 400$ lmao, but i had a great time! The casino is also very nice, clean, and looks pleasing. Everyone here is wonderful and helpful. Highly recommend! read more

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Jamul 23 located at Jamul Casino, is now the new brunch spot located near the hotel side of the casino. This brunch used to only be available on Sundays at PrimeCut but, now it is available 7days a week. Customer service was amazing and the food selection is better at this new location than before. The only difference I noticed is that you pay ahead of time rather than after your meal. They offer an omelet station, 3 styles of lobster tails, crab legs, shrimp, oysters in the half shell, skirt steak, a variety of Asian cuisine, some pastries, and regular breakfast items such as potatoes, sausage, bacon, etc. A full bar is also available for those who drink starting in the am hours as well as some machines to play while enjoying your brunch meal. It costs about $69 per person to dine. Which can be worth it as long as you enjoy seafood. read more

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Had a solid experience at Jamul 23's buffet, it's definitely not a Vegas-level buffet, but what they do have is pretty good. There's a nice focus on seafood: lobster and crab legs were the stars of the show, and the omelette bar added a fun, made-to-order touch that's great for brunch. I did find the overall selection a bit limited compared to what you might expect from a classic all-you-can-eat buffet, but the items that are offered did have good variety. The beef rib roast was a overcooked, unfortunately, still edible, but not as juicy as I hoped. And while they had dessert options that were genuinely good, I really missed having a proper salad bar or more vegetable choices to balance out all the rich options. Service and atmosphere were pleasant, and the whole setup feels a bit more elevated and scenic than your typical buffet, which makes it a nice place to go for a weekend brunch or special meal. Definitely worth trying if you're in the area and craving seafood, but go in with realistic expectations about variety. read more

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Went for a bday dinner on a Friday night and making a reservation is the way to go cuz it does get busy. The restaurant is pretty, but small. We were seated in the "back" room, further away from the food spread and it felt a little cramped walking thru tables to get to food/back to our table. When we did get service, it was pleasant, but slow as heck. One thing in particular that stood out: You'd expect faster clearing of plates for a buffet, but no, we bussed our own table a few times. I suppose they had to walk further than us to get items requested for multiple tables? Idk, trying to be fair here. Anyway, food was meh. Seafood is exactly as expected for a seafood buffet and we definitely ate our fill, likely enough to make up the $80pp cost. The other items were pretty terrible though: prime rib, steak, fish and veggies were hopelessly dry. They advertised lamb chops and braised short ribs on website but they didn't have it (could be cuz it's lent still?). There wasn't much else for a buffet: 2-3 Asian fusion dishes, salad, fruit, meat/cheese/veggie and hummus board. Dessert was unappealing as well. Last thing I'll say about the food is that they took a long time to refill. Maybe a tactic to spread food and get people out (90 min max)? Maybe going the dinner route is where we went wrong here. Perhaps brunch is better? Still iffy on whether or not we'll be back. read more

I'm extremely disappointed with my experience trying to make reservations for the buffet at Jamul Casino. My boyfriend and I planned to celebrate his birthday there, and the experience was ruined before we even arrived. On Sunday, I called and made a reservation for 4 PM. The woman I spoke with asked for my name, phone number, and the occasion, and I explained we were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday. She also explained the different lobster buffet options and even told us about the speakeasy inside the casino, which got us excited to make a whole night out of it. However, after the call, I never received a confirmation. I didn't realize until the day before the reservation, which is when I called back to verify everything. That's when I was told there was NO reservation under my name at all. I'm confused how the reservation was never submitted when all my information and the occasion were taken down. What frustrated me even more was the host responding with, "I hope you get accommodated," instead of actually trying to fix the situation. Now we're left scrambling to find a last-minute place to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday because the reservation we thought was secured apparently never existed. Very disappointing experience and definitely needs a better reservation confirmation system. read more

The seafood buffet at Jamul 23 was absolutely amazing - steamed and fried lobster tails, shrimp, and Alaskan King Crab legs topped the menu, but everything was fantastic. Cindy, Ray, and Aylen provided incredible customer service with friendly smiles and checked in with us regularly. The restaurant is lovely, as well! Loved it! Will definitely be back soon. read more

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Loved this buffet! There wasn't a huge variety of food options but having lobster makes up for it! They had an omelette station, steak, different seafood. I came in for lunch with my dad & will definitely be back. Good view, good service, & good food! read more

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Currently my favorite seafood buffet. I've been here twice in less than a week. They have all the proteins that I love: lobster tails, king crab, snow crab, steak, and prime rib. I mostly came for the seafood. The steak was too dry and cooked for me. The prime rib was just right. They had a good selection of fruits, but not much for dessert. The customer service was awesome. We were celebrating my husband's birthday and everyone made us feel welcomed. I am looking forward to my next visit! read more

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We came here to celebrate a birthday and had such a great experience. Rey out host was incredibly welcoming and made us feel taken care of from the moment we walked in. Payna our server, was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything went smoothly throughout the night. The food overall was good, although the prime rib came out a little cold. read more

The buffet is amazing! They have lobster prepared three different ways, a variety of fresh seafood, salads, and more. Our server was attentive as well. We had a beautiful table with a spectacular view and even were able to see deer traveling by in the distance. This was such a great way to spend a Saturday. read more

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The lobster Buffett is amazing. Well worth it. The appearance, quality and temperature of the food was on point

We came here celebrating a birthday after seeing good reviews of this place. The service was great (not just at the buffet), we weren't entirely sure where to go when entering the casino and the security kindly pointed us in the right direction. Upon getting seated our sever Alexa was attentive, letting us know that she had been given a large table in the front and for us to not worry about her delayed check ins with us, and even gave us a little tip on the speakeasy they had! (Called Fly Room, I will be providing another review for that as well) As for the buffet, it was a little smaller than we had expected, but they had plenty of seating, with little food options. (I do understand that they probably have different food options on rotation so options may vary) Although the food was appealing, some were very misleading. The crab legs (dungeoness, snow, king) for example, a lot of the ones we grabbed were empty/lack of meat, shells were flimsy/flexible which was a little off putting (we've never had to peel crab legs apart), and the steamed ones were bland. I will say, when they had a new round of king crab legs, it came out a lot better, more meat and more flavorful! So it could be that we just had an unpleasant first round. As for the lobster, it was good, but like I mentioned earlier with the crab legs, the steamed ones were a little bland so we would recommend going for the fried one for more flavor. Continuing, the pepper beef was a little tough and the beef rib was pretty rare (but that's probably because of my preferences), but overall both well seasoned. On the other hand, a little expected and not fully surprised, but gratefully appreciated and enjoyed, (due to another birthday celebration before ours) they brought out a celebratory Happy Birthday cheesecake plate topped with a sparkler and sang happy birthday with a few nearby servers and other staff who were around the table at the time, which I thought was a kind gesture, which definitely made the birthday special and memorable. read more

Jamul 23 - Pepper beef, beef rib, crab legs, lobster, salad, veggies, bread & honey butter - Buffets Near Me - Jamul, California

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When they said all-you-can-eat lobster, they truly meant it! The food was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. The restaurant itself is spacious and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding hills and landscape, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. The staff was courteous and attentive, and I couldn't help but notice that cleanliness was clearly a top priority, something I really appreciate in any food establishment. read more

We had an awesome dining experience at Jamul 23. It's a very high end buffet. The food selection was amazing from fresh crab legs, lobster, Prime rib, to assorted delicious side dishes to fresh salads, fruit and a variety of decadent desserts. The staff is always professional, friendly and accommodating, from Raul, to Jonathan and we all love Cindy. She's the best. They always stop by to check to see how your dining experience is going and ask if we need anything to be sure to let them know. The ambiance was outstanding. I would highly recommend Jamul 23 Susan Barksdale read more

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The restaurant is very small, there's no food variety, very limited desserts. If you like seafood this is for you. Service by the hostess and waitress was great except for the guy at the door. You have to make a reservation. My partner loved it cause he loves oysters. The thing i liked was that you serve yourself unlike Valley view. read more

We had the excellent dining experiences with our get together last night Cindy and Rau and rey l gave an outstanding customer service friendly accentuated with a smile. read more

Jamul 23 - Buffets Near Me - Jamul, California

This is by far the best buffet, especially for lobster lovers. We reserved for 2 and we got seated quickly. The staff were polite and hands down to the outstanding service. The dessert area could use some improving. This buffet place is a must try. read more

Woot. First one here. Food and staff were AWESOME!!! Did not know you have to have a reservation because its new and located at the hotel section, not casino section of Jamul. Front receptionist was nice and kind as we did not have a reservation, but knew it was my wifes birthday. In addition, we recently had a baby this year that is in my profile and we could not go anywhere alone, so this was special and she was wonderful to us. We came for the lobster/king crab buffet, which was good. We sat near the windows and the view was nice. We ate alot and was worth the cost. The small macroons and creme brulee was tasty. The staff also sang my wife a happy birthday song AND gave this awesome cake. So, if you want to come and eat here, I would highly recommend it and reserve ahead or you might not be able to get in as its super crowded. Also, unlike the casino restaurants, it was more quiet and you dont hear the slot machines lol. read more

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Great seafood buffet. Lobsters fried and steamed are on point. Our server Esperanza gets 10 stars. Always checking up on us, very friendly and courteous. read more

The service and food are excellent. The ambiance is terrific, also. Our servers, Mirian and front host Javier, were very professional and kind. Cindy, the floor manager, is gorgeous and fabulous in person. She is invaluable to her servers and customers. Overall satisfaction is exceptional. read more

Three stars because I got in for free, so food automatically tastes better lol. Buffet was a little hard to find. Initially we thought it was in the Tony Gwynn sports bar because of the signage and when I asked an employee, they said it was indeed the buffet, so that was a little annoying. Obviously it turned out not to be Jamul 23. Small selection, was most excited about lobster and crab legs but they were slow to refill when supply was low and the taste was mid. Most of the steamed lobster was overcooked, the fried lobster was also overcooked and dry. The snow crab legs were so bland, even the butter didn't help much. None of the other hot foods looked too appealing to be honest, mashed potatoes were okay, maybe even too buttery though? The food labels were unhelpful. Dessert selection was pretty sad, best thing was the creme brulee. Employees were super slow to bus tables even though it looked like most were just standing there? Coming from Escondido, would not go back. read more

The food was amazing and Cindy was so sweet and helpful. My wife Megan and i continue to come to Jamul to treat our parents because of her. We usually do dinner but the brunch was great too. We will be back! -Apollo/Megan :) read more

My husband and love come here at least 4 times a week Esperanza is wonderful always takes cake of all of our needs . Tonight she was busy so we ended up having Javier and he is one of the most polite server we have ever met he even offered to carry one of my husbands plate and always came by to make sure our drinks were full . So now we have 2 favorite servers Javier and Esperanza . read more

I thought the buffet didn't have good quality food.Maybe I am too used to eating at buffets in Las Vegas.It could be so much better!!They are charging way too much for the food they serve.The service was lousy too.I also think of the buffet Sycuan used to have........I won't be back. read more

I'm a card holder so I get to eat free plus my guests gets to eat free also. In the beginning it was good but then it got to be the same foods over and over again not enough people working as servers. One day I ordered a beer and some bread along with my buffet I had asked twice to receive my change back from my beer and by the time they brought my bread I was already done. Some days the meat is really super good and other days it's really overdone like they cooked it a hundred times over. They don't have a lot of things that you could pick from. Now this is a new buffet you do have to make reservations. They also have another one at Tony gwynn's which I like a lot better because their foods are always changing it's not the same every single day like the new Jamul 23 read more

We had a wonderful dining experience at the restaurant, thanks to Mikayla (MJ), who assisted us during check-in at the restaurant. This isn't our first time being helped by her, and she consistently provides the same warm, welcoming, and efficient service every visit. She makes the entire process smooth and stress-free, and her friendly attitude always sets a positive tone for our dining experience. It's clear she takes pride in providing excellent service. Thank you, MJ, for always starting our visits on such a great note! read more

They're very knowledgeable and professional. After 6 months of driving with their tiny, I'm happy that they advised me to go as dark as I did. read more

The food was good but not enough side options. Also, the steak was not that great. Lastly I got really sick right after eating the food, it wasn't fun. Not sure if I'll come back given that we paid over $300 to get sick read more

Raul and Cidra This is a great restaurant with consistently good food and service. The managers was present, professional, and handled the floor well, which made the whole experience better. You can tell the team is well-trained and cares about quality. Really enjoyed our experience here. The food was fresh, the service was on point, and the manager did a great job keeping everything organized. read more

The food was amazing but honestly the server really went the extra mile for our party...Panya...he was friendly and professional. Overall the team did a great job and we had a really great experience. I was there with my gf Pam for her birthday...anyway, I highly recommend requesting him for your party if you want an efficient and fun experience...our drinks never went empty, we had a ball. Definitely go and request Panya! read more