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    Kami Buffet & Grill

    2.7 (1.1k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    KAMI BUFFET & GRILL ATMOSPHERE

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

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    The spicy fish on the left and cajun crawfish in the middle are wonderful
    Christina F.

    Wow they're really improved in the years since I last visited. The change in owners and competition from Paradise Buffet has done them good! For example, the sushi is excellent! The rice used to be dry and hard, now it's soft and fluffy. Also the hot dishes have really improved in flavor! The pepper beef is tender and delicious. The Cajun shrimp has wonderful flavor and the spicy fish is great! The service is good too, they're taking away plates constantly and there's usually always someone around if you need a drink refill. The only thing that isn't great is their baked desserts. Very artificial tasting and unappealing. But I saw lots of people enjoying the ice cream and the fresh fruits are good! I really liked the cherries.

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    Ane V.

    Finally Got to Try It! My friend basically used me as her Uber to get to her BFF's birthday dinner ~ but I'd heard her talk about this place so many times, I was actually excited to try it. It's a buffet restaurant with four stations. I sampled food from two of them and enjoyed what I got. That said, I overheard a few guests mentioning that the food isn't quite the same since management has changed a few times. Service was solid ~ the staff were quick with drink refills, kept the table clean, and stayed on top of replenishing the food trays. It was a Wednesday evening, so it wasn't too busy. Plenty of parking, and the bathroom was decent. * They give a time limit of 2hrs.

    Where theft occurred.

    WARNING to anyone going to Kami's restaurant: be EXTREMELY careful where you park, especially at night. Multiple cars have had windows smashed, belongings stolen, and vehicles damaged in the area. DO NOT leave anything visible in your car and try to park only in the very front where there's more light and visibility. What's even more upsetting is that the owner seemed fully aware this has been happening for a while but didn't seem concerned or take it seriously. Customers deserve to feel safe when visiting a restaurant, and it's frustrating to see these incidents brushed off instead of properly addressed. Please stay alert and protect your belongings.

    06/28/2025 The roast beef was very tender
    Kenneth L.

    06/28/2025 Brought my family here for dinner. Celebrating 3 June birthdays party of 6. The price is $28.99 for the weekend $2.99 for soft drinks. We came mainly for the crab legs my first 2 plates was mild tasting and the 2nd batch was extremely salty. I enjoyed the roast beef you have to slice a piece by yourself. 12 Different kinds of sushi both with raw fish and none. Along with other dishes fried shrimp, bbq pork ribs, orange chicken, baked green lip mussels, fried chicken, beef cubes, fried rice and chowmein. Lots more to name. The staff cleared away plates quickly.

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    Hailey J.

    haven't been here in a while and i will say the price went up by a lot (almost $30 pp) while the quality went down... sushi selection went down from a lot of sashimi and nigiri to items like seaweed nigiri??? very disappointing i will say the mongolian bbq section has a lot more options than other buffets. my only complaint is that you're not able to choose your own sauces. my plate ended up way too salty other foods were ok, a lot more seafood options than other buffets. dessert was very stale and it looked like a lot of the food was sitting out for a while none of the food looked overly concerning in terms of freshness but i don't think it's the freshest buffet. would come back to try again and give it another chance but quality has definitely gone down since my last visit

    We went on Friday night and found this sign on the door
    Becky Y.

    I haven't gone here in years. We decided to come here for dinner, only to find out it's been permanently closed due to vermin infestation. This was a good place to go eat at.

    Gwendolyn R.

    I don't know what's up with the other reviews but for $30 dinner you get unlimited seafood , sushi , Chinese food , dessert . What is not to love . This place is hustle bustle and super packed on a Sunday evening. The bussers are working hard and the attendants are too . I visited this place before covid years and lifetime ago it seems but I don't see any quality difference and it's honestly the same as I remember maybe better . After eating a few plates I just stare at the chandeliers and pretty ornate curtain drapes on the windows and wonder how I got here and where I'm going next I love this place it's the GEM of SGV If I can give more stars I would

    08/31/24
    Jasmine A.

    Stopped by on Saturday, 08/31/24 during lunch time. Our first time here - my dad wanted to eat at a buffet, so I googled searched buffets and wanted us to try this place out! PRICE: $25.99 person x3 = $77.97 TAX = $7.41 TOTAL = $85.38 TIP = $15 OVERALL TOTAL = $95.38 SEAFOOD: Lots and lots of seafood. Sushi bar was fantastically huge and there were so many options to choose from. There's also snow crab (cold), crab (warm), fried peeled and unpeeled shrimp, clams, mussels, snail (?), scallops, you name it! ICE CREAM: Lots of options - I personally liked the coffee flavor. Ice cream area is a bit sticky and dirty. You pay up front first. Please, and PLEASE leave a generous tip. We saw people NOT giving tips and/or leaving out very small tips (e.g., table of 8 people gave $3 tip). You also get some hard candy towards the end. It was very busy but not overly crowded. Worth the price since there were a bunch of seafood options. Ample parking space. Buffet is near a motel - felt a bit unsafe and uncomfortable during that time due to shadiness. Just be careful!

    Stephanie C.

    I used to love this place! Gone downhill quite a bit. My friend was thinking of the crabs here. We came before the dreaded pandemic. This time, the crabs were rubbery shell and hard to break open. I went for the salmon sashimi and I thought.... Oh they just cut it and brought it out fresh. My bad... they were still frozen. The hot food was surprisingly good. Service was just the typical buffet service. Take your plate away and refill your drinks.

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    Saturday is going to 9:00pm, not 10:00pm when I ask a waiter .... Different with online posting

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    It might be leftovers, not fresh anymore. I had diarrhea after eating it and was vomiting and having diarrhea. It was very uncomfortable.

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    Many selections of menu and food is very fresh and yummy. I went for lunch and price is good too

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    Price is high and the food is not that good. It's either too greasy and/or salty. It was okay back then when it they first opened.

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    Not worth the money I paid. Good for detox stomach cleanse. No good, no good, nooooooooooooooooooooooooooo gooooooooooooooood!

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    Ask the Community - Kami Buffet & Grill

    Do they have a private room for events?

    Yes, they do have

    So, is everything offered apart of the buffet or is it very limited?

    Everything is a part of the buffet. You may want to check to see if they have crab legs back, they haven't been having them for months now.

    Do they have crab leg ATM?

    Not as of March 2022.

    Are they offering crab legs right now?

    No they are not offering crab legs

    Are they open now?

    Yes

    Is this open or just take out?

    They have take out. By the lb.

    How much is the all you can eat dinner?

    Could we bring the drinks we like from outside?

    What is their cleanliness/ letter rating?

    I don't know the letter grade; been only once and it appears clean.

    Do they serve crab legs on weekdays during lunchtime?

    Yes and they are good!

    What days do they have crab legs for dinner?

    I believe they serve crab legs daily.

    Stupid question, but does this place accept cash?

    Yes!

    Do they accept American Express? (Many places in the area accept credit cards but not Amex)

    At their website, they say they take AMEX.

    How much is the Friday night dinner for adults?

    The price is $18.99 for adults . Friday through Sunday all day. Children 2-10 yrs are $1.80 x years.

    Is there a party room and for how many people?

    They have a little side room like seems as if it could host 12-20. They often have one side of the buffet closed so they might be able to close that side off for 100

    Was this the old Charley Brown's location?

    yes

    They have Long crabs at luchtime?

    On the weekends only!

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    Newport Seafood Restaurant

    Newport Seafood Restaurant

    4.1
    (3.7k reviews)
    4.5 mi
    $$

    Definitely a spot you come to on special occasions as it is pricey. We came with a reservation for…read more9 people, and they had everything ready for us when we arrived. We ended up getting a set for $168 this time, which came with 6 dishes. It's also $35 per lb for lobster, and I asked for the smallest one. Apparently, the smallest one was 4.8 lbs, which was another $168, so I'm not sure if they upsold me. Anyways, the food was fantastic and everyone enjoyed it. This is what I thought about the food we got. House Seafood Soup - Simple and clean soup. Good portion, and it was soothing to eat. Lots of squid. (4/5) Clams with Spicy Sauce - Large clams with tons of meat, and the sauce was fire. Always a good choice. (5/5) Crab with Salt & Pepper - Loved the seasoning, and the flavors were solid. (4.5/5) Thai Style Beef Stew - First time trying this, and it was good. A bit different, but the meat chunks were tasty and the overall flavors were good. (4/5) Sautéed Pea Sprouts - Nicely done vegetable dish. It's simple but refreshing with good flavors. (4/5) Fried Whole Fish - This dish was gone so fast because it was delicious. Nicely fried and not overly seasoned. (5/5) Signature Lobster - I feel like you have to get this here since it's their specialty. It's pricey, but in my opinion, it's the best and freshest lobster in town. Tons of green onions, seasoned well, fresh meat, and lots of lobster roe. (5/5) Service was good, and they didn't automatically add a mandatory tip for a large party. The total came out to around $364, which is pricey, but the food was phenomenal. Parking - Valet only, but they have street parking in front. I parked on the street since there were plenty of spots on a Wednesday, but I assume it gets busy on weekends.

    This is a good place if you want lobster plate! Their lobster plate comes with garlic noodles which…read moreis so tasty! I was actually not expecting it to be good but hey I was wrong! Other than lobster plate we ordered their walnut shrimp and salt and pepper pork. Everything is delicious. Service is fast too which makes dining easier.

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    Newport special crab on egg noodles
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    Good Alley

    Good Alley

    4.5
    (681 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    I wasn't expecting a single beef rib to be this impressive. The first thing that caught my…read moreattention was the size. It looked like something straight out of a food show. Thankfully, the taste lived up to the appearance. The meat was incredibly tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. It came right off the bone without falling apart completely, which gave it a really satisfying texture. What I liked most was that the beef itself was the star of the dish. It had a rich, smoky flavor and didn't rely on heavy seasoning or sauce to stand out. The lime wedges on the side were a surprisingly good addition and helped balance the richness of the meat. This was one of those dishes that made everyone at the table stop talking for a moment and just enjoy the food. Definitely the most memorable thing I ordered at Good Alley, and I would come back just for this beef rib.

    Good Alley was recommended by a foodie friend who never failed. This place is better than Din Tai…read moreFung in my opinion because the portions are much larger and the beef is more tender. I came here twice. The first time I never stepped inside because the line was just insane. This place can be packed due to its small size and the parking is not easy. It is located inside a very popular plaza with many other popular Chinese establishments. The second time I came is around 11AM on a weekday so I didn't have to wait. The menu here are all digital so you order by clicking screens. All the food items have pictures so you'll know exactly what you'll get. They also have a very good Boba menu too and their Boba are actually very very good. The staffs are very nice and helpful. They are not like the usual traditional Chinese restaurant that doesn't have customer service. You'll be treated well here. The food came out pretty quickly and they are amazing. You can tell they spend a lot of time cooking the beef because it was very tender. The beef is most likely slow cooked for a long time, then slice to prepare for the dishes. The beef in the flaky beef wrap was very generous. It felt like a huge burrito without other fillings. The Braised Noodle Soup has huge chunks of yummy beef in it. The soup is very flavorful and thick. I will try the clear broth version next time. I like drinking the broth but the dark broth is just too much flavor for me to consume. The restaurant is very clean and well decorated. If you are looking for a dumpling place, give this place a try, you won't regret it. The price is not cheap but I feel like it matches the quality that you'll receive. Just try to come on a weekday or off hour so you can avoid the long line.

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    Even the kitchen has art-deco flavor
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    Jiaozi vinegar
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    Ji Rong Peking Duck

    Ji Rong Peking Duck

    4.2
    (2.2k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    Ji Rong's Peking duck is the best! We specifically wanted to come here because we heard how…read moredelicious the duck was. Indeed it was! The skin was very crispy and the meat so tender and juicy. Wrapping it up in the Chinese tortilla, while adding the cucumbers and hoisin sauce, bomb in your mouth! The noodles, braised tofu, mayonnaise shrimp, and the veggies were good, but the star is the duck. Make sure to order the duck ahead to ensure they'll have it ready for you when you arrive. If you've tried Peking duck at other locations and liked it, come here and try it for yourself. You will not be disappointed. Best duck I've ever had.

    The Peking duck was excellent. The skin was thin and crispy, the meat was juicy, and I loved that…read morethey deboned the duck. The pancakes were thin and perfectly chewy. The sweet and sour pork was unfortunately a disaster. The pork was sliced paper-thin--so thin that it felt like I was mostly eating batter with barely any meat. I was also disappointed they took the sweet and sour fish off the menu because that dish was amazing a few months ago. The five-color noodles were light, clean, and refreshing. The pork elbow was delicious with a fun, tender texture. The fish maw soup was very good and comforting, though it could have used a little more seasoning. Other than that, it was delicious. The steamed sea bass with soy sauce was incredibly soft and fragrant--a definite must-order. The scallops with vermicelli noodles were another hit: fresh, clean flavors and perfectly cooked scallops. My only suggestion would be to cut the noodles, as they came in one big clump and were difficult to serve. We ordered the beef fried rice but were given lamb instead. It was a bit gamier than expected, but still tasty. The black fungus with tofu was also excellent--well seasoned and full of flavor. Overall, there were a few misses, but the Peking duck, sea bass, scallops, pork elbow, and black fungus with tofu made the meal worth coming back for.

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    Boston Lobster

    Boston Lobster

    4.3
    (1.9k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    We came for their lunch specials. We ordered the clams with basil sauce, salt & pepper shrimp,…read moresalt & pepper pork chop, and on choy. The clams were fresh and flavorful with plenty of fragrant basil, the shrimp were perfectly crispy and well-seasoned, and the pork chop was tender and crispy. The on choy was fresh and cooked just right. The lunch specials are a great deal with decent portions, and the food came out quickly. Everything tasted yummy and satisfying. Service is ok even it is rush hours.

    Came with family for father's day meal after I tried it with coworkers and enjoyed it. We came…read morearound 6:30pm on a weekday for dinner and they were pretty busy and parking lot was quite full, but luckily we didn't have to wait for a table and still found parking. They have a lot of tables inside so it is great for small and large groups. The waiters were also fast even though they were busy. We ordered their Kung Pao Chicken, Fried Tofu, Beef Noodle, Shrimp w Walnut, and Vegetable w Garlic. We decided not to get lobster since it was pricey. They took our order pretty fast and gave tea to drink. The pot of white rice is extra $1 if you order though. And their menu book doesn't have prices for some reason. Only the to-go menu has prices. Food was served in a decent amount of time, around 15 minutes. And all dishes arrived close together so we didn't have to wait long. The kung pao chicken is so good! Not spicy at all and very nice and crispy with good seasoning. It tasted delicious with some rice. The beef noodles were also delicious! It had good wok taste and was very flavorful. The tofu and shrimp were also good. None of the dishes were too salty and all were seasoned well and in pretty big portions, though I don't remember the exact price since they took the receipt away when we paid. But the meal was very worth and we had leftovers for lunch the next day. Such a yummy meal! I really enjoyed it! I am definitely coming back again!

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    Clam with basil
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