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    Milpitas Buffet

    2.9 (806 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    drew w.

    After watching a ig post, I wanted to try it out. Price was really inexpensive at $20.99 for ayce. They don't have sashimi at that price. Lots of selection, spicy spareribs, chicken wings and clams were standout items. Staff were very attentive and picked up our plates promptly. The restaurant was a bit dated but made up for value. I definitely would come back if I'm in the area

    Brandi S.

    The food selection is great. A lot of variety. The food kept coming out and was hot and fresh. There were a lot of people in the restaurant and a like out the door waiting! The staff here were very attentive and kind.

    Mali-Nelson O.

    Food was great, super crowded. When we arrived the wait was out the door. People posted in the front, there was no room to sit in the lobby. They gave us a number to wait for our party of 11. Wait was about 30mins. Once seated, we placed our order for drinks and started digging in. I personally love seafood- went straight for that, it surely didn't disappoint. Everything cool besides when it came to our refills. Server looked a bit annoyed when we asked for refills. Alright with busting plates when they seen it stacked. But other than that no biggie. Place is eat and hit it, as in get out of there quickly cause they want to seat the next party as quickly as possible. We'd definitely come back, just hope to get a different server next time around because of the lack of sourness when it came to our refills.

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    Brian C.

    This was an ok buffet. Lots of parking but mostly compact spaces and a few larger spaces along the perimeter. Food was just ok, but there's plenty and they always refill. Friendly and fast staff.

    Takumi A.

    Among the buffet options in Silicon Valley, Milpitas Buffet stands as an old establishment. The décor shows its age, but the operation team runs it with notable efficiency and consistency. Seafood - The Core Highlights * Oysters: Fresh, plump, and clean-tasting with no off-flavors -- pure briny sweetness. * Snow Crab Legs: Simply steamed, almost no seasoning, and most importantly, none of that long-frozen "freezer taste." For a buffet, this is rare quality. * Crawfish: Also steamed, carrying natural sweetness and firm texture, comparable to what I've had at dedicated seafood spots. These three items define my impression. If your goal is "all-you-can-eat seafood," this is easily one of the best values in the Bay Area. Hot Dishes and Other Stations * Wide variety, mostly American-Chinese fusion -- familiar flavors, but nothing extraordinary. * Sushi and desserts are plentiful, but overall quite average. * Noteworthy: all hot dishes are served at a truly proper temperature. The food is actually hot when you take it, which is surprisingly rare in buffets. Credit to the team for maintaining quality control. Service & Operations * Staff are friendly, quick to clear tables, and efficient in refilling stations. * Buffet trays remain full; there's almost no waiting. * The management clearly emphasizes smooth flow and consistency. Conclusion At around $34.99 per person for dinner, here's my verdict: * If you come for oysters, snow crab legs, and crawfish -- it's a solid 5-star seafood feast. * Factoring in the rest of the spread, which is decent but unremarkable, my overall rating lands at 4/5 stars. This is a buffet I will return to -- but with a very clear mission: seafood only. -- Dr. C Only writing for what truly deserves 5 stars.

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    Miranda O.

    My brother treated my mom and I for the Mother's Day all-you-can eat buffet. Without tip, the cost was a little over $120. All of us chose our favorite foods, mom had her shellfish, my brother had raw oysters and sushi, I had sushi, squid rings and veggies. It was super crowded, we waited for about one hour. This is the go-to place for AYCE, especially if you're a super big eater. As big as I am, there were lots of ladies that were actually heavier, LOL. The wait staff are super nice and hard working. It's somewhat loud, but you can have a comfortable conversation during your meal. Families took their moms here for Mother's Day, so it's a popular place. The food is fresh and delicious, and there were tons of people who chowed down several plates. I stuck with two full plates and was quite comfortable after the meal. Try this buffet with your family or friends when you are super hungry, you definitely won't be disappointed!

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    Henry H.

    We came on a weekend to Milpitas Buffet because it was one of those days that we just wanted an old school buffet so here we were. The line outside and inside were crowded and there were a lot of people. The ambiance was mediocre although the chair was very comfortable. Now, let's get into the juicy part of the review, FOOD! If you are a fan of Chinese food or just anything cooked, I think you'll be surprised at how decent they are. I get it, people flame this place for not having the best food around but then let's get real, the price is extremely low for a buffet and you really get what you pay for. We did have some California roll and a piece or two of sushi, let's just say that I would recommend sticking to the cooked food. The selection of fruits are decent, the desert was okay, but they do provide frozen yogurt which is nice. Drinks are extra, so do keep that in mind if you do check this place out. 3 out of 5 in my book. Not the best, but let's say that I may come back if an ich comes around for Chinese buffet again. Would I recommend it? I think I can if you put in the perspective to the food you get on how much you're paying. You won't be blown away by any food but you'll get more than enough for what you were originally gonna eat.

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    Dan W.

    4 stars....I mean, it's just a Chinese buffet, right? While the options are not that extraordinary, there are a few factors that I took in This is the first Chinese buffet, during a business hour lunch run even, where an employee asked how everything was. I barely sat down, and ge was treating me like he was a waiter. Oh, and prompt refills, too. I may be biased also because, due to wife's temporary diet restricts, were on a low fiber diet. Bur here....there were a lot of veggies...and cooked well. Eggplant was delicious, hot and sour soup was good, and all the standard fair at a Chinese buffet was nice and hot (except the buffalo wings....maybe stay away from those). It's a little pricey, but maybe I'm simply used to non-Bay Area prices. Ample amounts of sushi, too (not allowed to eat raw food, but you do). For a good buffet lunch, I'm sure you'll enjoy this place.

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    Cuc Crystal N.

    We always go to Tomi Buffet for AYCE in San Jose. When I am in Washington, my family and I always go to Feast Buffet. It is like a tradition. When Theresa invited me to celebrate her birthday on Monday at CA Milpitas Buffet, I was excited to try something different. I was so eager that I arrived early and waited for almost an hour for the rest of our party to arrive to the restaurant. I am going to think twice about being punctual to a Vietnamese lunch date next time. The host was very nice and actually seated me in a cozy booth even though I was the only one from our party present. I stood near the bathroom, charging my phone so I can look out for the tall American man with white hair. His name is Paul who is Theresa's husband. This is a Chinese buffet but there was a good mix of people having lunch on Martin Luther's King Birthday. Paul is over 6'3" stood out because most of the people eating here were Asian like me. The sushi selection was very limited but who cares about the lack of rolls when the selection of hot foods was amazing! I am so over eating raw salmon with parasites anyways. They had steamed chicken feet and teriyaki chicken which is also on my blacklist... My body is a temple and I can't be digesting potential 3D printed Campbell soup chicken that might be infected with some undiagnosed coughing bird flu virus. Don't laugh but I want to remind you that undercooked pork has tapeworms and roundworms. At this rate, I am probably going to have to start cooking at home again. I am like the mother hen that doesn't allow her rooster or her chicks to consume poison on Saturdays. They are never going to be able to order Vietnamese shredded chicken sandwich and deep fried chicken tenders at Chili's again. This is why Milpitas Buffet is so perfect for me. It is filled with fresh seafood with the best Alaskan steamed legs and salted pepper crab. The fresh crustacean meat was plump and solid. They even had cooked and fresh oysters at the salad bar. I passed on their squishy oysters and will save my stomach for Whole Foods $1 oysters Amazon Prime Specials on Fridays. My purpose of my dietary restrictions is to preserve my health. I was a very good girl and ate everything that I served myself. Since I get reminded every weekend that there are starving children in Africa, I only got one piece of food from trays that looked good to me. Before I know it, my plates were filled like I was suffering from a bad case of gluttony. I definitely got my money's worth which was $33.99. This is their price for dinners and holidays. It was the same price for lunch and dinner (all day) since it was MLK Holiday. They don't close after lunch but the price per person does increase at 3:15pm on regular days. Milpitas Buffet offers senior discounts, with reports varying slightly but generally around $2 off for seniors or potentially a 10% discount, though it's always best to confirm the current offer directly with the restaurant as deals can change, especially given reports of recent price increases. The senior discount is around $2 off or 10% for seniors. Confirmation: Prices and discounts can change, so it's wise to call ahead or check at the restaurant. I am not sure who was really a senior (someone who is 65 years or older) at our table but they did not check ID since Paul's hair is all white. Theresa was ready to pull out her CA driver's license to prove that it was her birthday but our waitress said that we needed 5 people to be present in order for her to get the birthday meal for free. Apparently, their website is down so I can't verify free birthday meal guideline. Theresa was very disappointed because at Tomi Buffet you get a free meal if you are accompanied by only 2 paying adults. At least they gave her a lit chocolate piece of cake with some cherries on it and played the Happy Birthday song on the sound system. During lunch I found out that most people don't like to be stalked, especially the birthday girl. It is funny to me because the lady just wants to be her new best friend at church. Theresa has no idea what it would be like to be really harassed 24 hours a day. My best advice to her, "Don't sweat the small stuff; enjoy your retirement." My advice to you, go get some delicious Asian food at CA Milpitas Buffet with your little kids on the weekdays for lunch when the prices are the lowest at $20.99. Children under 3 years old eat for free. When I was scooping up the lychee and steamed taro buns for dessert, I was making a mental note to bring Superman and the rest of the kids here. They are going to LOVE this place. The girls wanted to come here last night but I told Everly that I already had the buffet for lunch. I am going to make them bike here from San Jose so they will eat like sinners.

    Jessica N.

    Look this isn't a Vegas buffet. It's no frills and you get what you pay for. Come here for the crab legs and it's worthwhile. If you aren't a seafood person then it's not worth your money to come here. Dinner is now $34.99 per person. They have a limited sushi bar, variety of Chinese hot dishes, and Mongolian bbq station that's made to order. The hot food is very decent - love the walnut shrimp and chicken wings. There is soft serve ice cream too. If you're into buffets then this place is bang for your buck and good for groups.

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    It was ok, food is not that great. Definitely not worth $32 a person. I probably wouldn't return

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    Don't eat here unless you want food poisoning. Staff are not hygienic, non attentive.

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    Very good food for a fair price , I always go there , everything looks clean and I recommend it to everyone

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    Do they have alcohol?

    No - they don't sell alcohol

    When are crab legs available at your buffet?

    Dinner time after 3:15PM

    ¿Cuánto cobran x persona?

    Monday thru Saturdays at dinner and all day on Sundays or on Holidays.

    Do they have a senior price?

    10% off for seniors.

    Do they charge more on holidays?

    Yes on holidays they have an all day price for both lunch and dinner

    Do they only offer the crab legs during dinner time? Or is it also available during lunch time?

    Only at dinner.

    Do they offer birthday free meal?

    $1.00

    Any discount for older people 60+?

    give us your prices

    Is there crab for lunch or is it dinner only?

    Only for dinner unless it is a holiday.

    Senior discount? At sunday buffet

    Yes, our group received senior discounts on Sunday at lunch. We went during Martin Luther King Holiday. We did not get the free birthday dinner but we did get 3 senior discounts. Seniors is anyone over the age of 65.

    Hi Milpitas Buffet, What are the lunch prices for the weekends? Does birthday person receive a free…

    prices?

    Do you guys open on Xmas day?

    I will check for you the next time I go there to eat.

    Birthday eat free?

    Yes, if there are 5 paying adults. Ouch.

    As of May 2022, what are the new or current prices for lunch AND dinner?

    $20.00 approximately for weekday lunch buffet

    Do you still have 10% díscount for elders 60 years old?

    this seems like an easy answer-------either yes or no

    How can we make a reservation for a large party 50+ people? I tried calling but the phone line is always busy

    The line is always busy. The best thing to do is come early. People will be scattered b/c they will not have a table large enough for a party of 50. The restaurant can definitely accommodate a lot more people than 100.

    Do your buffet offer free meal on birthday?

    Yes, with proof of ID and 5 paying adults.

    What are stuffs that only serve for dinner?

    Milpitas Buffet Finally open after Covid https://youtu.be/LdjdgMP_R00

    Do you have sashimi in lunch menu?

    Yes, but the sashimi and sushi is very limited at this restaurant. They also have a small selection of cooked vegetables.

    As of August 2021, are they fully open? Has any of the food stations changed? Do they still have the sushi station? That’s my go to. How much are dinner prices now?

    Hi, our business hours are 7 days a week (11:00 AM-9:00 PM). The sushi station is still open. The current dinner price is Monday to Thursday $24.99, Friday to Sunday $25.99.… 

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    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Happy hour specials
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    Seafood, seafood, and how about a side of seafood? This is a very popular place . Yes, it was a…read moreSaturday evening, but at 8 PM, they still had a half hour wait for a table. I didn't know that you could call for a reservation, or get on their waitlist with Yelp. I was going to do my order to go, when I was asked if I wouldn't mind sitting at the bar. Not at all. I was seated right away, and I was helped by Allison, who was also tending bar. She was a very nice lady, and she took very good care of me. The restaurant has. A nautical theme to it. I decided to go with the Cajun chowder, and the softshell crab po' boy. . My food comes quickly, and the order was huge! It was a very good, rich chowder, with just a tiny bit of a "zip" from the Cajun spices. They definitely gave it a good flavor. There were lots of goodies inside. The one thing about the chowder, was they didn't take out the bay leaves, and I did get a couple.. I just put them off to the side. I'm not going to take off a star, because the chowder was so good. Hey, It happens.... The po' boy was huge! The softshell crab was not over breaded. I could taste the crab with no problem, and it was a little bit sweet, a little bit savory, with that wonderful "crabby" flavor. The roll was a soft roll, , but it still held up to the sandwich extremely well The lettuce, and tomato were crisp and fresh . The Cajun fries, had a little bit of a zip to them, but not too much. they came with ketchup, and their house Cajun sauce. I didn't even touch the ketchup. The sandwich already had some Cajun sauce on it, I put a little bit more. The rest, I used to dip the fries. I only made it halfway through the sandwich, and the fries. The rest came back to my room with me for another great meal. I also got another little "tub" of that sauce to take with me. The entire time, Alison was so personable, , we chatted a little bit about this and that... She is definitely an asset to that restaurant. (Tell her boss to give her a raise...:). The price was extremely reasonable for such a wonderful meal, and they also have a military/veterans discount this was such a great meal, I would gladly come back here again. Thank you so very much

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    My friend and I decided to try this place for dinner tonight. We had a great experience. Our…read morefirst time and we asked the waitress what is their signature dish. She said it was the Seafood bowls. My friend and I decided to try it. We started off with an appetizer Fried Gobo which was delicious. I got the Take bowl and she got the Matsu bowl for entree. We also tried the Ochazuke Set Option at the end where we added the hot dashi. You can see my video. It was delicious. The flavor was great before adding the hot dashi and after. We were told to remove any ginger before adding the hot dashi. I enjoyed the hot dashi. My friend and I enjoyed our dinner experience here. Authentic Japanese dish experience. I can't wait to come back and try other dishes.

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    Market Broiler

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    3.9(2.8k reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

    Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 This is my go to spot. I always enjoy the food and service. Whe. My dad is in town he always enjoy coming here. It was several of us this day for my dad getting ready to go back home and everyone enjoyed the food and drinks. I will always come back to this location.

    Came back on a Tuesday for the $19 Turf & Surf daily special, and this visit confirmed that I'll…read moredefinitely be returning. The meal came with a 4 oz NY steak, grilled shrimp skewer, mashed potatoes, and vegetables. The shrimp were nicely seasoned and cooked well, and the steak was still tender and flavorful. I ordered it medium rare and it came out a little more done than I expected--closer to medium--but it was still enjoyable and not dry. One of the biggest surprises here continues to be the complimentary sourdough bread. It's actually served fresh and hot from the oven. This time I had to wait a little because it was still baking, and my server let me know that upfront. It was worth waiting for: just the right amount of sourness, soft inside, with a thin, crisp crust instead of the overly thick, hard crust you get at a lot of restaurants. They also score the loaf before serving it, so it's very easy to pull apart. Honestly, one of the better complimentary breads I've had at a restaurant. I also tried the $9 Caramelized Pineapple Margarita. It was definitely on the sweet side, including the cinnamon rim, but it had a noticeable fresh pineapple aroma and was a fun drink for the price. What really pushed this visit to five stars, though, was the service recovery. My server had checked on me a couple of times earlier in the meal, and when I later mentioned that the steak was a little overcooked, she immediately went to get the manager. I wasn't asking for anything--I was just giving feedback. The manager came over personally, apologized, and asked if there was anything he could get me. When I couldn't think of anything, he suggested ice cream and brought me some. The steak being slightly overcooked was a small issue, but the way both the server and manager handled it was excellent. Good service isn't about everything being perfect; it's about how a restaurant responds when something isn't quite right, and they handled it exactly the way I would hope. Between the excellent value of the daily specials, genuinely good fresh-baked bread, good seafood, and attentive service, I'm very happy with this place. I'll definitely be back--next time I'm especially interested in trying their Sunday cioppino or coming during Social Hour.

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    Claw Shack - Clams w/ Shackie Sauce ($15.99/lb) - 3/5 stars

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    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    4.4 miNorth Valley
    $$

    Plaza parking available, but it fills up quickly…read more Restaurant isn't super huge so try to get there right when it opens, even on weekday for dinner, was filling up when close to closing! Garlic noodles are delicious, must order whenever I'm here Got their Combo Deal and was plentiful for 2 persons Can't wait to be back!

    This was my go-to seafood boil spot for the past five years. I'd always recommend this place to…read morefriends because it was consistently one of the better seafood boil spots in SJ. After today's visit, though... I finally understand why the second location closed. Ordered: Shackie's Sauce (Hot) Shrimp & Mussels Combo Snow Crab Clusters Garlic Noodles Garlic Fries The seafood boil was nowhere near the quality it used to be. The corn tasted old, the shrimp and snow crab didn't taste fresh, and the snow crab clusters had barely any meat. By the time I cracked everything open, it felt like there was more shell than seafood. The mussel shells even had barnacles on them, which I've never seen here before. It made the seafood feel like it hadn't been cleaned as well as it should have. The garlic fries were crispy, but that's it. It was weird--I could see the garlic and was literally eating it, yet there was no garlic flavor. The garlic noodles used to be one of my favorite items because they were bold and packed with garlic. Now they've definitely toned the flavor down, and they're just not the same anymore. It's honestly disappointing because this place used to be one of my favorite seafood spots. The food quality has clearly declined while the prices have continued to go up. I hope they can get back to what made this place so good, but based on today's experience, I can't recommend it anymore.

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    3.6(2.3k reviews)
    2.4 miNorth Valley
    $$

    This was probably one of the best visits I've had here so far. Usually I complain about the service…read moreand the lack of attention given to my table after the food is dropped off. This time we ordered combo #3 with the snow crab legs and 2 lbs of shrimp, and 1 lb of mussel. They were out of clams but it was okay. The sauce and the flavor were superb and everything was cooked to perfection in the kickin sauce, mild. My friend whose favorite is boiling crab, really liked this place. Staff actually came around to check on us and to refill our waters. It's been pretty slow every time I come in here but there's plenty of tables to choose from and sit at. They still play some really good music and it's a vibe. Still one of my all time favorite places to eat.

    Here's a version that keeps the disappointment clear without sounding like you're just ranting:…read more My wife and I used to be loyal Kickin' Crab customers before we moved to the city, so I was really looking forward to having it again. Unfortunately, today's experience was nowhere near what we remembered. We ordered a pound of king crab, snow crab & shrimp, and snow crab with Cajun fries -- definitely not a cheap order. We were also told we couldn't order or pay over the phone because of the cost, which was already a little frustrating. But the food was the real disappointment. The sauce was extremely watered down, to the point that the seasoning wouldn't even stick to the shrimp, crab, potatoes, or corn. The crab itself was flimsy and somehow tasted dry like it wasn't fresh, and several of the claws had little to no meat in them. Being a pescatarian, and I can honestly say I've never thrown away a pound of king crab until today. For what king crab costs, that says everything. We used to love this place, which is why this experience was especially disappointing.

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    The Kickin' Crab - So cool that they allow us to all leave a mark of our self's here. Here's a sticker of me

    So cool that they allow us to all leave a mark of our self's here. Here's a sticker of me

    The Kickin' Crab - The heads of my enemies, haha.

    The heads of my enemies, haha.

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    Hanmaru Korean Cuisine

    Hanmaru Korean Cuisine

    4.3(76 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    This was my second visit, and it definitely didn't disappoint! This time, my friends and I ordered…read morethe beef bulgogi, samgyetang, and beef intestine soft tofu soup, and every dish was delicious. The bulgogi was tender and flavorful, and the samgyetang had a rich, comforting broth with incredibly tender chicken that tasted like it had been simmered for hours. I usually don't like soft tofu soup because many restaurants use too much chili powder or the tofu isn't very fresh. But this place completely changed my mind! The broth was rich and well-balanced, the tofu was silky smooth, and the beef intestines added so much flavor. It was honestly one of the best soft tofu soups I've had. The service was friendly, the atmosphere was cozy, and you can really taste the authenticity in every dish. This place deserves so much more business, and I'll definitely keep coming back!

    One of my new favorite Korean spots! The galbitang was so comforting, and the beef was super…read moretender. All the side dishes were fresh and tasty, especially the kimchi. I was so surprised by the raw marinaded crab as a side dish and it was 10/10. The restaurant is clean, the service was friendly, and the portions were worth the price. Everything tasted homemade and authentic. Highly recommend, and I'll definitely be back!

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    Hanmaru Korean Cuisine - Interior

    Interior

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    Hanmaru Korean Cuisine - Bibim Naengmyeon: Korean Spicy Cold Noodles ($19.95)

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