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Jamul 23

4.3 (48 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Anthony D.

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.

Raw bar/salad
Joy G.

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.

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Cryetti C.

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.

King crab legs
Brad D.

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.

Lobster...unlimited...
Johann D.

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

Dominic L.

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.

Julie B.

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.

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Susie T.

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!

Elizabeth V.

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.

Lobster and kalbi
Jay L.

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.

Ana A.

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.

Linda L.

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!

monica c.

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!

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