Star Ocean Buffet

We stopped in for a break and was engaged by an amazing gal that shared all kinds of great things…read moreabout the town and neighboring businesses. We had an ice cream treat and enjoyed the signs hanging throughout! We can't wait to stop in at another time and take in some of the local fun!

Went for the fish and chicken buffet on Friday night and was pleasantly surprised. One of the best…read morepieces of fish I have ever had which is saying a lot because I am not a fan of eating fish. It was brought to the table piping hot instead of sitting on the buffet table and the breading was really tasty. The chicken and red skin-on mashed potatoes were also very good. Veggies were just basic frozen veggies warmed up and swimming in water. Would've preferred having more side dish options. The salad bar was tiny, but did it's job. Overall, I would go back.

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Tradewinds Buffet

3.3(252 reviews)

44.1 mi

•$$$

Good was good service was ok price was very fair such a good variety I can always find enough…read moregreat food there to eat And I am a food critic.

we made our reservation ahead of time. got in right away. employee helped us with "check in and…read morepayment" on their machine. seated immediately, drink order taken and served immediately. food was great-wide variety of choices! 5 Star food and service!

View looking in from the front entry area.

Salad bar was plentiful and fresh. Rolls were amazing

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Crab legs

Royal Indian Cuisine

3.8(97 reviews)

1.1 mi

We stopped here for the first time and we were pleasantly surprised! Jimmy the owner was super…read morefriendly and helpful with helping us with their menu. We tried the Chicken Tandoori Combo, chicken biryani and shrimp biryani. Everything was so flavorful! The green sauce was amazing as well! We love it! The portions are big enough to split but was nice to order a few items and try a little but of everything. The chai tea was warm and delicious too!! The bathrooms and dining area were very clean. And chill low key vibe. Definitely will stop in again! Highly recommend!

Some of the best Indian food I have ever had. Special touches such as spices in the rice, and…read moredelicious complex sauces made thus far better than other places. I ordered the food delivered and was pleased with the service when I called. The kheer rice dessert was the most delicious I have ever had. I highly recommend the food.

Papadum with sauces.

Vegetable Samosas

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From top to bottom, vegetable korma, chicken saag, and mulligatawny soup.

Dragon Star Buffet

4.2(97 reviews)

65.2 mi

Load up your plate with large assortments of perfectly prepared Chinese cuisine. Still hungry? Go…read moreback for more! Service was pleasant and attentive to all our needs. Ambiance transformed you to believe you were actually in China. The Koi fish pond and fountain, Muriel of mt. Fuji area, and wood framing was spectacular! Only beef would be that some food items were Luke warm rather than hot, but buffets aren't perfect. This restaurant is a great experience you should all try. I'll definitely be back.

Not often any buffet receives a full 5 stars. However, I think this place is well deserved as they…read morehave a huge assortment of everything and anything you'd expect from a Chinese buffet and more. The staff is always rotating and refreshing the food. Pretty decent assortment of sushi and seafood as well as always being clean! The price is up there (around $20/person) however much worse buffets charge $17... so this is actually a pretty decent deal all things considered.

Buffet Área

Crabs

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Wok-N-Roll Buffet

3.3(47 reviews)

48.2 mi

Their coconut shrimp has changed my life! How can anything be that delicious????…read moreI'm an hour and a half away I'll make the drive just for one. Just a single little shrimp. Actually big plump perfect shrimp. I love both of you! Wok AND roll!!!

Solid little Chinese buffet! Several options available, everything was decent- the wontons were…read more10/10!!! The peanut butter chicken was good, the seafood bake with cheese was cold and not good, the meat on a stick was great! The service was fast and easy for takeout boxes, and the price was very affordable. It looked a little old inside, but clean. We didn't get sick like some other reviewers, but we avoided anything that didn't look hot:)

Wok-N-Roll Buffet - Hot sour soup & many of the tasty staples off the buffet. Poached salmon is probably farmed but cooked really good, don't eat a lot of it.

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Hot sour soup & many of the tasty staples off the buffet. Poached salmon is probably farmed but cooked really good, don't eat a lot of it.

Sante Fe Restaurante

5.0(3 reviews)

51.7 mi

Terrific food and good portions. Like the variety and fast service. Quesadilla and fajitas were…read moreexcellent

Taco Tuesday and horchata. Mexican restaurant and buffet. Large group seating. Fresh tortillas…read moremade in house. Hot coffee, Mexican sodas, beer authentic flavors, and super clean space. There is street parking but also has a large lot on the side of the building for bikes, buses, RVs. Saturdays closes at 10PM. They do serve alcohol. The food is delicious I ordered tacos and gorditas. The chicken was soft and well cooked, and the carnitas were the best I've ever had. Generous portions I usually order 4 tacos, was full on 2. I highly recommend the Michelada (Mexican Bloody Mary) for breakfast, and they're a great price. Update: I've returned for more pics!

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Truckers Inn Truckstop

3.0(6 reviews)

45.6 mi

This place is awesome, not perfect but awesome! There are…read morenot enough truck stops in America. I stop here regularly to use the scales. I slept here last night in my truck it was quiet the parking lot is very large. I went in the restaurant and ordered their BBQ ribs they were excellent. I used their Wi-Fi it actually worked... which made me very happy. They have Brookside dark chocolates $1.99. They actually scan at $4.99! ....that is a huge savings if you are a chocolate fan. you can get a shower here for $8 that's a lot cheaper than at Pilot and TA truck stops! God bless this place, it's wonderful! AS FAR AS I'M CONCERNED IT'S THE BEST TRUCK STOP IN ALL OF MINNESOTA!

New owners are doing a great job. The best caramel rolls around, great hot beef sandwiches. The…read moreall you can eat buffet isn't too bad either. The 4 is rated against other truck stops, not fine dining. Good place for a breakfast too.

Diner Closed

What a cool piece of Americana!

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Fuel Pumps

New Buffet

3.2(24 reviews)

45.7 mi

We like coming here, and the family owners are nice. Not a huge selection, but we like the apps…read more(cream cheese wontons, egg rolls, chicken skewers, etc). Mostly chicken based entrées, some fish, shrimp, and others. Ice cream station has been addressed with one use scoops.

The food is so good!! And you really can't beat the price too. You will often find families,…read morecollege students, and couples dining here

Take-Out Menu

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First thing that you see when you walk in!

Great China

4.1(29 reviews)

39.9 mi

I love going here bombed out of my mind. Food is always good and people are always friendly!read more

Service is great. Good selection for a small venue. Great price for the buffet…read more My favorite is Black Pepper Chicken on rice, which is usually on the buffet. Good variety with tender beef and chicken. Egg rolls, dumplings, sweet and sour chicken, and soups are all great. I go there often and highly recommend it.

Great China Restaurant menu, Cannon Falls, MN

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Storefront in old mall

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Melissa S.

7 years ago

We ate at Star Ocean Chinese buffet just this past Sunday. I would highly recommend this Chinese buffet, if you like Chinese food. The table staff were very prompt in refilling drinks and clearing used plates. The food options were wonderful. There were many seafood options, all very well prepared. We will definitely patronize this restaurant when we are in Rochester, MN again. read more

Britney M.

9 years ago

Love love. I used to come somewhere else for my dinner. But when this one is opened I just come here only. I love here better than the other because here has more food. And they cook better. Thank you so much read more

Cameron F.

6 years ago

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Igor V.

6 years ago

Trash. They are of course closed for the carona virus, fine. But their google results say they are open for take-out. They are not, and they don't answer the phone either. Lost as customers for life. read more

JD A.

8 years ago

Great food for a good price. Lots to choose from and a ton of sushi on their buffet. Has to be the best buffet that I've been to.

Ryan F.

9 years ago

This place sucks food is lousy not a hole lot of selections food is no good wouldn't recommend it to anyone

Amelia Y.

9 years ago

I love this place. A beautiful place and I love the food they hAve everything I want,. Thank you so much

Chuck S.

2 years ago

Good food. Good variety. Decent price. I'd rank higher end of Asian buffets that I've tried.

Jerry C.

10 years ago

Same owner with the Super Moon Buffets in the Twin Cities.

Star Ocean Buffet - buffets - Updated September 2026

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