What you see is what you get at this type of place. I will say this is a great for group dining, low cost eats and to make sure there's something for everyone. Although I'm not the biggest buffet person, I did enjoy having a large selection of proteins and veggies to select. For the price was had access to many options and more than enough space for our guest! read more

The building was very hot. We were sweaty almost immediately. I went with my sister and my wife. We were there for 20-30 minutes and our waitress gave us the end of our meal tray with fortune cookies on it and told us to have a good rest of our day. We weren't finished, and were allotted 2 hours to our spot at the buffet. She came back around while we continued to talk and enjoy our two hours and gave me the receipt. Instead of leaving while I paid, she stood and waited for me to finish signing the check. She saw that I did not leave a tip (it was 67 dollars for 20 minutes and we felt rushed) and verbally said "no pay?" I felt pressured to leave 5 dollars while she looked over my shoulder. I returned the receipt and she said "just 5?" And I said "yes," and then she corrected my math on the receipt because I hadn't changed the total. We rushed out, uncomfortable and deciding not to return. I've never had a waitress (who we only saw once before she rushed us out) force me into a social situation where I felt obligated to tip. I don't make a lot, I was taking my loved ones out to enjoy 2 hours and got 20 minutes and a really uncomfortable experience both due to the humidity and the staff. The food was OK. Everything was mostly dry, but decent. Not worth 73 dollars. read more

This is a standard Chinese buffet. No real standouts everything is on the bland side. The all you can eat dinner is around $18 with tax. They're a little bit militant with the forks and I didn't find it to be the cleanliest. Also, the variety is not as amazing as compared to some other Chinese buffets I've been to. Parking is in the lot and there's plenty of it for free. Service is fine. No major issues. Bathroom is clean. They have a made to order stir fry station which I didn't partake in. Mainly because of time constraints. But if that's your jam you should try it out. Also they have soft serve ice cream but only one flavor because the machine was broken. read more

The food is always fresh and ready to eat, they have a good selection to choose from, will a recommend to famly & friends read more

United Buffet & Grill - All the different menu items, very freshly made - Chinese Near Me - Waldorf, Maryland

We had a family and friends meal. It was kinda middle of the day so I wasn't expecting much on quality or service but I was mistaken. All of the food that I tried was fresh, even the sugar rolls which for some reason are always tough at other places. I don't know that I had a favorite but I did have more than my share of wings and mussels. The sweet tea was really good. I wish they left a pitcher with me. I did enjoy the string beans. It was the only vegetable that I ate. I didn't want to fill up on healthy stuff. I eat fast and I think that allows me to eat so much before I go home and fall into a food coma. Because of that, I was only able to snap a photo of #1 & #4. I was in too deep to photograph 2 & 3. Service was really good and they kept up with all of the drink request even with us filling up 3 tables and it was only 2 ppl. Granted they only had to provide drinks but we were drinking like it was an open bar for 1hr. If you have a group and want buffet setup, I would suggest this place. I didn't even try the hibachi but you should. Let me know when you do. read more

United Buffet & Grill - Buffet plate #1 - Chinese Near Me - Waldorf, Maryland

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Went up to the cashier and told her that I was going to do the buffet. She said, "Yes",and continued talking to her coworker, so I went to serve myself and when I asked for a fork, the lady told me I had to pay before. Um, OK. First time there, and I did go to them, but since she ignored me, I thought I just had to sit. Here's an idea, if all you do is charge people for dining, maybe pay attention when they go up to you to tell you that they're dining and charge them so they can do that. Anyway, the variety of food is great, however, the taste was not too good. The steak, which I didn't serve myself, was incredibly dry. You could tell from just looking at it. It was so dry, you couldn't cut it. The food in general was pretty bad. All of it was overcooked and just sitting there, even though the place was full of people. The flavors were off. Yes, they had tons of seafood, several soups although my favorite which is wonton, was not good. The potstickers were also not good. The flavor was off again. I would say that the best they had was their noodles (lo-mein) and their ice-cream cones. I didn't try the cakes, which they had several but I don't like cake. However, maybe people who like cake would appreciate them. It is very cheap. I wasn't disappointed because I wasn't expecting much to begin with. All you can eat for $16.99 is cheap, but I wouldn't go there again. I'd rather eat less but eat something that's good. read more

We will NEVER return to this buffet again! Rude servers, cold food then we weren't finished eating and they brought the tray with fortune cookies and demanded a tip talking nasty in their language after the tip was taking out when I payed!! They are HORRIBLE!! I am reporting them for harassing my 15year old for a tip it was 3 of them yelling tip tip!!!!! read more

For a buffet style, there were a wide variety of choices. Mostly Asian dishes, a variety of seafood (shrimp, crawfish, octopus, crab balls, fried flounder) and a few American staples (Pizza, french fries, chicken nuggets) Sweet fried Plantain, Crab Rangoon, along with a few other typical dishes that were buffet-bland (Ham, ribs, a very dry roast). There was a Hibachi station (Didn't try it this time). Most of what I tried was still fairly warm but there were a few that were cold by the time I got back to my table. For the price ($16.99/person) and a 2-hour time limit, I wouldn't be opposed to going back to try some other things on the buffet. From the outside it looks plain. A very Asian theme on the inside but it was arranged as more of a High School cafeteria than anything else. The one thing that I had to keep going back for were the sugar rolls. Those were so good and with my not having eaten all day due to being occupied with other things, I needed to put sugar in my system before I had a Diabetic crash. read more

Food seemed cooked to long or overnight like it's reheated steam shrimp was the bomb and seasoning and they hibachi was good

We patronized this buffet when it first came to the area some years ago. The food was good back then, the restaurant was clean and the service was great. Fast forward to this past Sunday and everything was still the same...except the food. While they never let the trays of food go empty, it's as tho the food they add to the dwindling dishes to refresh, aren't in fact fresh. It seems like they're all prepared in advance and sit. It could be me, i'm anal about being served piping hot food, but for none of the food to be hot..it's cause for concern. To add to that, none of the Chinese based dishes tasted authentic. Chicken tasted artificial as did anything with beef. The hot bar with all the appetizers and fried food was plentiful, but again, the temperature of them gave me pause..plus when I bit into the fried chicken wings there was a yellow hue..it could be from a mustard brine or egg wash but I shouldn't see that. Lastly, the condiment station is so confusing. There's a table with multiple jugs of condiments, some labeled, some not. Not to mention they all look very questionable. I tried the mumbo sauce and it was clearly watered down. My mom and daughter had ketchup, and they said it tasted weird. In fact, the little she had, gave my mom food poisoning. Those condiments aren't rotated out enough clearly. The only thing decent was the food made to order in the Habachi area and even still the ingredients and sauces and such are just too open and exposed with no coverings. I wanted to give this place another try since we hadn't been in a while and had a good first experience, however, never again. It seems they've cut corners, taken shortcuts since then and they are not food safety focused. In my opinion, no price you'd pay would be worth it...not even if it were free. read more

I went here thinking the food would be subpar, but my family and I were pleasantly surprised by how great the food was!

Big place, nice tables and comfy. Big buffet with lots of options. Unfortunately the griddle cook was missing in action. I don't like to say food is bad, it's all very subjective. But if not for fried fish, i would have starved. If you find you like their food, it's an absolute bargain at $12. Im really complaining, i filled up for a pittance, but i didn't get what i was looking for, and would have gladly paid bit if i had. read more

The staff were very nice and pleasant, and the food offering was very fresh and delicious...

I haven't been to a buffet in years but this one was pretty good and had plenty of options. The food was always hot and replenished at the right time. I recommend this place! read more

No no no no...The food had no flavor to it! The chocolate cake didn't even taste like chocolate...! White people tasting food... The sever was sweet though. Wouldn't come again for 78 dollars! read more

I love this place they have sea food, but I like more the one my husband took me in North Carolina, they had cook clams and it's not like this restaurant they mix the clams with corn and potatoes, I like clams by itself and cook, they have clams not cook too not for me I like it cook..good place to eat delicious, read more

It's a buffet and I've come not to expect much from them. This place wasn't bad. I used to come here when I lived here. We got off the road and wanted Chinese food and remembered this spot. Wide selection of food and they offer hibachi. I notice they now have seafood bags. We paid $65 for 2 adults and 2 kids (11&14) and that included drinks. This wouldn't be my first choice for a great meal, but definitely a quick meal. I'm picky in my eating( so I stuck to chicken and broccoli and teriyaki chicken. Both items were fairly good and some shrimp they had on the bar. I like that you wear gloves to fix your food now. Not a bad choice if you don't want o cook dinner one night. read more

Walked through the doors at 2:59pm and as I approach the register she tells me the dinner price. So as I'm talking to her, it turns 3:00pm and she says it no longer lunch and dinner starts at 3. I said but lunch special for senior is until 3, it's 3 for another min and I walked through the doors at 2:59??pm. As she's arguing with me, I tell her but you have 1-3pm, so technically, it's 1-3pm. She laughed, I said I'm not being funny, that's what you have, 1-3pm. She said you should've come earlier mommy; first I'm not your mommy and I got here when I could, apparently. She wouldn't budge at all. So I left. She was so rude and I told her you need to put 1-2:59pm then. She could've let me, it was just me and no one else was standing around. I'm really tired of places advertising times they don't follow! I think they also need the temps checked on their buffets, I have gotten an upset stomach a few times I'll make a phone call to a couple of folks I know. Sadly there are only a couple of these types of places around here, this is the closes. Their dinner buffet is not worth it to me, because I don't eat the seafood they have. $16.99, not really worth it, I could think of other better food I'd like for that. I've only done lunch here. Not anymore. read more

So finally had time to come back and sit and I think we came in with higher expectations then what we got.... My child thought they offered sushi but that must have changed over time. Positives: extremely friendly staff, and the option to have cooked food you pick raw done for you by the plate. Some items are very tasty and worth getting - their kimchi is very good, green beans and coconut shrimp were also some other favs. Negatives: food seems to sit out too long - very dried out and should be replaced more often unfortunately. Some items lacked a little flavor (maybe because they sat out?!). Not sure we will return any time soon... but maybe in time. read more

I have been patronizing this Chinese buffet for quite some time now, and it's the best one in Waldorf. The buffet line is constantly replenished, and cleanliness is always maintained. Great variety of foods, including the usual favorites, i.e., general tao chicken, beef broccoli, shrimp, clam, fried fish, etc. Also, they have three types of soup: wonton, hot & sour, and clam chowder. The dessert line exceeded my expectations with many cakes, fruits, and soft served ice cream. The server is attentive in refilling drinks and clearing the tables. With today's inflation, i have to say that this Chinese buffet has been the best one I have been to in many years. Overall, I highly recommend this place. One of the few buffet that I would go to. read more

I was skeptical at first especially during the Covid years but, this place has a lot of good choices to choose from while still practicing safety protocols with germs/Covid. Their food is very tasty/flavorful & even a section that cooks stir fry food for you as well. read more

Decent food, but lacks flavor, bathrooms were pretty clean. Very friendly and cashier. read more

United Buffet & Grill - Menu - Chinese Near Me - Waldorf, Maryland

I was extremely excited to try this buffet. I fixed myself a huge plate of foods. To my disappointment, none of the food was good. The food quality here is poor. I would not recommend this restaurant. read more

Went to dine in at this buffet for the first time. The restaurant looked very clean and staff was nice. I checked out the price menu before coming in and found out that it was outdated, but the current price is still not too expensive. They have a pretty good selection of seafood: crawfish, flounder, crabs, clams. Their raw oysters looked very fresh, and clams were huge. I thought their seafood in general was under-seasoned, but their sautéed veggies were good! Desserts are delicious. The only thing that I wasn't impressed was soup. I don't think I'll dine here regularly, but once in a while I could see myself coming back. read more

Food taste like water when I say never again the food had no taste everything not cooked well no taste def wouldbt feed my dogs this Shìt

Visited the restaurant on Father's Day and again during the week for lunch. the crab legs, blue crabs and fried shrimp were on the weekend buffet but not available at lunch time. Also, some items on the buffet at lunch were lukewarm which took away from me enjoying the food. Waitresses were good and place was clean including the bathroom. I would eat here again but probably try it for dinner to see what's available on buffet. read more

So this review is loooong over do. I went here twice and the second time it was for my sisters surprise baby shower. The staff was excellent! I called about three months in advance to setup everything. On the day of the shower I arried just as they opened and they allowed me to decorate a section in their vast seating with baby shower decor. I was also allowed to bring a cake. I had one waitress that that tended to all my party guest needs. Other staff did help too, they kept our drinks full, tables clean, and were just very nice. My sister didn't know about this place and she lives only a short distance away. (now she frequents this place all the time!) The food was great, and I would recommend going here and having parties here. This is a must stop, if you are in Waldorf read more

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High quality food, especially the hibachi line. Large variety of food choices, nice setting.

Nice selection. Great service, plenty of fresh food and lots of tables. Hibachi was fantastic!

12/04/2022 I came for the blue crabs. They had my favorite (females). The crabs were meaty and tasty. I also enjoyed the clams. They say they're having crab legs on the buffet on Christmas day. I dont feel like cooking after all the cooking on Thanksgiving so I'm going to trust them on Christmas day. I'm expecting fresh food and crab legs. Sure hope they dont disappoint me. read more

Food- I had the buffet. It was not good. No taste. Dried out meat. I will not try again.

Wonderful food and very respectful staff! I definitely recommend this business! Calming atmosphere!

Great buffet! Food is always fresh, tasty and always plenty in supply. So much to choose from! Staff is extremely friendly and go above and beyond to please. Discounts to Seniors!! Hooray!!! read more

Not horrible. Not a big selection of "Chinese" food in the Buffet. Felt more like an American bar food Buffet. Pizza, wings, fried chicken. The food was good though as well as the service. read more

Very good choice for the price! Crab cake, blue crab and cray fish are my favorites. :) travel from Los Angles to DC area, tried this place! They have sushi and hibachi too. read more

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This place is really nice and clean with lots of food and dessert options. Prices are very reasonable. Staff are very friendly and polite and they always make sure you get what you need and always making sure to take the empty plates off the table without being asked. Thank you and keep up the good work. read more

Great selection, food is good. Prices is great! Would go back again, just for the ribs and egg flower soup.

Baked chicken, Fried Chicken, White Rice with Rice stick noodles. Looks messy but the food is really good. $8.99 between 1-3 pm. We usually expect a lot more for a buffet but this place hit the right spot for me. Reasonable price for Charles County for what they have on the MENU. read more

United Buffet & Grill - Baked chicken, Fried Chicken, White Rice with Rice stick noodles. - Chinese Near Me - Waldorf, Maryland

Horrible meat quality, steak is chewy fatty & dry! For place that is pricey the steak should be better, I wonder what else is bad quality? I wouldn't recommend read more

Friendly staff, cheap place to take your family and a wide selection of food. The food I had was great. Nice selection of seafood, soups, fried items, Asian stir frys, rice and noddles and etc. They had sushi and a salad bar as well. The ice cream and dessert bar was also a hit!! Only negative is although they have a carry out option, there is no separate line to weigh food, pay and go. You have to wait till all those who are going to be seated pay before you can pay and leave. I happen to go during a rush and waited a good 8-10min. I do understand that it was the grand opening, I just hope they figure out later. Would still definitely return :) read more

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