My experience here was okay. I didn't like that they had me and my party of 2, stand in front of…read moreour table while we had to wait for someone to come clean the table; that felt very unwelcoming and uncomfortable. Besides the not so warm welcome. I love the variety of Asian & Seafood that they have. I had sweet sour chicken, Mongolian pork, prawn, fried shrimp, coconut shrimp, crab, lo mein and rice. Some of the food was great and some of the food was not so great. What made some of the food unsatisfying is that it wasn't fresh. A lot of meats, specifically the chicken were stale/stiff and dry. For a first impression, I feel like it could be better.

Went back for more! It's a good place with great service. I wish their chicken on the buffet was…read morewarmer but it always seems to be room temp. If they would fix that, it would be a 5 star place. Ambiance is clean and welcoming.

The moment I walked in with my group, Oscar greeted us at the door to welcome us. Oscar guided us…read morethrough the whole process. This was our first time there and he was very informative, professional, and very knowledgeable to answer all our questions. During our meal, he would check in if we had any questions or we anything. I will definitely be back when I'm in town. Thanks Peter Trumblay

Food was awesomesauce, got ribs, brisket, burnt ends, sausage, and sides like the fatty I am. Got…read moresome seasoning too. Then was greeted by very nice workers who very much wanted me to have peach Cobbler. #TammyandStevenaredaGOATSofTerryBlacksBBQWaco

Interesting looking at other comments. I have been to this very same Golden Corral at least 30…read moretimes. I have never had a problem. It's a buffet and I have to say that the food is fresh, looks good, and is always super tasty!! It's a good value. They have a big variety of items - there's steak, too! The fruits and salads are always good. Management is real responsive. One of the few buffets left anymore and it's great - hands down! Coming back 30 more times. At least.

Man oh man, it's a buffet, what else is there to say lol? Everything for the most part is crazy hot…read moreand not like warm at all. I've been to this location while traveling and have enjoyed it every time! The service could be better to be honest as they cater to more of the families/bigger groups than single folks. But that's ok! The interior is a classic buffet, many families and blue collar workers. Nothing fancy. For the price, I couldn't beat it for all the food I was able to eat.

Good food waiters help and always make sure your good food is great and they were served fog legsread more

Wish I would have came 30 mins later. Paid for dinner but they hadn't changed the buffet out yet so…read moreI ate the nasty old lunch buffet. Expensive as well

The food here was outstanding & fresh & I'd definitely go again! The only complaint is how small…read morethe portions are. I got maybe 5 pieces of chicken in my entree but it was 5 super tasty pieces of chicken! The service is prompt and perfect.

In Waco for business and stopped at Saffron for dinner. Service was great, the restaurant is…read moreclean and the food is fantastic. The minute you walk in you are hit by a wonderful smell from the kitchen. When I come back to Waco I am eating here every time I loved it that much!

Chinese Take Out, dinning space not available. This…read morelocation does a very busy business, but given all orders are take out that might not be evident via the parking lot of this small strip mall. The inside is no frills with images displaying some offered menu items. My order of Chicken & Broccoli, and Mu Shu Pork were both well prepared, and as good as anything I have had in San Francisco where I live. Regarding the Mu Shu Pork, the restaurant provided Wonton wrappers, vs the traditional pancakes, and did not provide a Plum or Hoisin sauce that is often added to the Mu Shu Pork packet. FYI, H-E-B should carry Hoisin Sauce which we had. Overall a good experience, I would go back.

This is the best Chinese food restaurant I've had in years! Definitely best in Waco, arguably best…read morein the nation. I've had it everywhere I go and travel for work and it's never had this level of quality. Each and every item tasted amazing, and the flavors were perfect. Truly a food haven. We WILL be back, a lot!!! So thankful we found you. The staff were also so kind and welcoming. We're so food satisfied now.

It's not too pretty on the outside but like everyone says, "It's what's on the inside that counts!"…read moreGo ahead on in; you won't be sorry! I got the fish and shrimp platter. It comes with catfish but they let you choose your fish if you want something different! It comes with 2 sides so I got fries and fried okra. The fried okra was the star of that show for me! Also, I switched out the catfish for Blue Whiting. Everything was well seasoned and delish. My husband ordered the Blue Whiting platter which was 2 whiting filets and a side. He considered getting the etouffee so while we ate she brought out a small taste of it for us to sample for next time. (And there will be a next time!) The girl at the counter (owner??) is SO STINKIN NICE! My gosh, talk about great with customers! (Cutie with fun glasses.) It's about an hours drive from where we live but we're through Waco pretty regularly so we're looking forward to our next stop at Friday's. We'll try to get by on a Friday so we can try some of their GUMBO!

The food was generous, hot and tasty. I ate too much too fast cuz it was that good. I had 2 piece…read morecatfish, red beans and rice and a crab cake. My wife had the same catfish but with green beans and fried okra. The service was cheerful, upbeat and pretty quick. Ambience was authentic cajun/ local charm. This place is mostly about the food. It is not shiny and new- it is warm and cozy with serious food. If you like catfish give them a try.

My family had dinner here this past weekend…read more The setting is a nice, upscale steakhouse. Warning that parking was a bit hard to find. Even though the parking lot is large, it was packed when we got there (our dinner was 6:30 on a Friday night). The service was good (a bit more on that later). We had: Lobster S'cargot (4/5) - Lobster served with the traditional s'cargot sauce even on the s'cargot dish. Pretty good but very rich. When it first came out, we thought it as being served in a hollowed out bowl but given it's served on the s'cargot dish, the portion size is actually pretty small. Akaushi New York Strip (5/5) - The better steak of the night. Very good version of the NY strip, full of flavor and perfectly seasoned. 10-oz Cold Lobster Tail (5/5) - I added this to make my entre "surf and turf." Delicious and presented in an awesome manner! Akaushi Rib-Eye (3.5/5) - This was an "off-the-menu" special. The waitress brought out a big platter with the specials of the day (6 various cuts of beef). We were told one of these was the Akaushi rib-eye served bone-in. The steak looked great raw (well marbled and 3/4 inch thick). This is not what we got. What we got was not bone-in and the steak was very thin (more like 1/4 inch cut). Putting gross weight aside, looked nothing like what we were presented. We did not say anything as the steak itself was okay. I have a feeling the waitress told us the wrong thing. Cajun Pasta (3/5) - Seasoning and flavor was okay but the pasta was severely overcooked. Overall, a pretty good meal for our trip.

Came here with my sisters expecting a great dining experience and left completely disappointed…read more Hostesses were fake and borderline condescending right from the start. We kept it simple with apps and drinks, and even that was a letdown. The calamari came out lukewarm with zero flavor. Crab cakes were also barely warm (they tasted okay, but still shouldn't be served like that). The worst part was the lobster bisque--bland, lukewarm, and honestly tasted like canned soup with a few pieces of "lobster" thrown in. No flavor at all. We didn't complain, but the manager came over after noticing it wasn't touched and said the chef was "trying something different"... it didn't work. Even a guest next to us overheard and said the quality has gone downhill--she had sent hers back too. The only good thing was the drinks--dirty vodka martinis were solid. Overall, not worth the price. We won't be back.

This place is fantastic! Might be the best Asian we have tried in Waco so far. The Dim Sum options…read morewere very good and the general Tso was not too sweet and head plenty of chicken. The garlic chicken was a little too salty for me, but my wife didn't have any complaints. They start you out with some wonton chip like items with sweet and sour sauce. The crab puffs are honestly the best I think I have had and the egg drop soup was pretty good too. Honestly, the prices are great for what you get. We ordered a lot of food and it was right at $53...would have been more elsewhere. The service is super friendly and attentive and the ambiance is a little tight but not bad on a Sunday for lunch. I will say it would get crowded pretty easily, but it's worth going to!

I had not eaten food from this restaurant in a while as I found a couple of other places in town…read morethat I enjoy more. But, I must say, that the combination soup, which had shrimp and chicken and veggies and more was delicious. And, the pu pu platter was absolutely a meal in itself and excellent value, very tasty, and something I will definitely order again soon. I appreciated that they included, without my request, soy, hot mustard, and duck sauce, along with several bags of very tasty and crispy chips for the soup. I thought it was good value too.

Halfway between Dallas and Georgetown is a Rudy's BBQ in Waco. It's on the north side of IH-35, but…read moreeasy enough to get to even if you are heading south. There is construction going on, so you may need to exit early and stay on the frontage road to avoid missing it. Parking lot out front is generally empty because most people park in the back. Gas pumps out front are usually available without a wait. When you enter, you'll pass the country store where you can buy sauces and jams and such to take for gifts or yourself. Someone is usually there to greet you as you head inside. They have a line barricade that you have to weave through in order to get to the register to place your order. The wall menu board is positioned so you can read and decide what you want while you are in line. Meats are often ordered by weight, but you can get a sandwich if you don't know how much of an item to order. While in line, you'll zigzag by a large ice bucket of cold drinks in bottles and cans. I always skip these and get sweet iced tea from the self-serve station. You'll also pass a refrigerator of delicious sides and desserts. Be sure to load up on coleslaw, potato salad, pecan pie, and banana pudding. There's more, but these are some of our favorites. At the register, they will put together a large plastic bin lined with butcher paper and then load it up with your meal choices. We love the extra moist brisket, jalapeño sausage link, smoked turkey, corn on the cob, and new potatoes. For the meat, it is fun to order a 1/2 lbs. and a whole link to share with your party. If you want to make your own sandwich, ask for a half or whole loaf of bread depending on how many sandwiches you want to dress. They will load it all into your bin. If you are getting drinks from the drink station, be sure to get a Rudy's cup. You can bring it back for cheap refills on your next visit. They have both unsweet and sweet tea along with the usual soda fountain drinks. Before heading to your table, collect plastic flatware, paper napkins, and more butchers paper to set down as a place mat for each person. They also have a paper boat trays that you can load up with pickles, onions, and peppers for the sandwiches you will make at your picnic table. Each picnic table has condiments available. They have a full bodied BBQ sauce that is a bit sweet and spicy, and a Sissy BBQ sauce for those who need something more bland. There are tables inside and outside. Lots of tables can handle large groups, but there are also small 2-seater picnic tables. Once you are done chowing down, wad up the butcher paper with everything inside and deposit it into one of the many large trash bins. You can also ask for a bag to go and small containers to take items on the road. My family has always enjoyed their visits to Rudy's. They are located around the state of Texas, but they even have some in AZ, NM, OK, and CO. Not really great if your a vegetarian or on a diet for cholesterol or heart issues, but if you are young and healthy, it can be a nice meal for a splurge or cheat day.

Continuing on my road trip in Texas. Hotel recommendation was tonight's dinner selection Rudy's…read morecountry store and barbecue. Good recommendation and tremendous staff. The moist brisket sandwich with Rudy's original sauce was fabulous. Traditional Texas barbecue but with a little extra. Highly recommend Rudy's and especially the moist brisket. Again the staff went above and beyond providing with a few extras at no extra charge. Always nice when you're traveling from out of town.