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Low-key eatery offering self-serve buffet options with Chinese food, sushi & familiar American grub.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 651 Palomar St, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Phone: (619) 500-5595
Website: http://buffet.house/
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Reservations: buffethouse.net
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Reviews
Khazy Fukabori
Great Variety & Very Affordable – Just a few areas to improve!
If you are looking for an affordable meal with plenty of options, Buffet House is a solid choice. Even on a weekday, the place was packed, which shows how popular it is!
The Good:
Hot Food Selection: There are so many warm options to choose from, and everything in this section felt fresh and tasty.
Dessert: While the dessert bar is simple, they do have a soft-serve machine which is always a hit!
Price: Very budget-friendly for the amount of food you get.
Feedback for Management:
Sushi & Sashimi Section: This area really needs some attention. The sashimi did not look fresh and was presented in a way that wasn’t very appetizing. I’d love to see higher quality and better presentation here.
Maintenance: Some of the plates, utensils, and cups are looking a bit worn out and could use an update.
Crowds: It gets very busy, so be prepared for a crowd even on weekdays!
… moreIf you are looking for an affordable meal with plenty of options, Buffet House is a solid choice. Even on a weekday, the place was packed, which shows how popular it is!
The Good:
Hot Food Selection: There are so many warm options to choose from, and everything in this section felt fresh and tasty.
Dessert: While the dessert bar is simple, they do have a soft-serve machine which is always a hit!
Price: Very budget-friendly for the amount of food you get.
Feedback for Management:
Sushi & Sashimi Section: This area really needs some attention. The sashimi did not look fresh and was presented in a way that wasn’t very appetizing. I’d love to see higher quality and better presentation here.
Maintenance: Some of the plates, utensils, and cups are looking a bit worn out and could use an update.
Crowds: It gets very busy, so be prepared for a crowd even on weekdays!
Aunty Esther
The food was great. The Buffet House is a family oriented restaurant. You can have a great meal and enjoy the family time at the table. The staff are always bustling to fill dishes and clear tables and floors.. Come on in and enjoy whatever the occasion may be or even if you just want to eat with that special someone. Make the Buffet House your start to a great meal and a great night..
… moreEl Rafita
This place is okay; some of the food tasted like it had been sitting there for a while. My daughter and I both got a stomach ache the next morning and felt better after I got it out of my system. Also, the price is okay for an all-you-can-eat buffet, but I was a little upset when I was hit with a 15% tip fee! I asked the register guy why I was getting charged a tip fee, and he said it was because of the party size. I understand if they bring you the food, drinks, desserts, etc., but it’s a buffet; you have to get up and get all of your food, drinks, and desserts. So why the tip fee? I probably won’t go back, as it feels like a shake-down.
… moreJAMES MAJORS
Went on a random Monday for lunch. It was busier than I expected but still easily found a table. The staff was attentive and friendly. Everything was good, highlight was a lightly fried fish. There were a lot of bones but was definitely worth the effort to remove them. There were a few items unavailable but again, it was pretty busy, so understandable. Total was $19 and change, left a cash tip.
… moreChirst JJ
The food here is outstanding, good quality, they also restock the sashimi set really fast too, the ice cream is delicious and the meat is juicy, 5 star quality will definitely make my Asian friend going back here again
The toilet is clean too, full equipment but doesn’t have a bidet
Have a 2 hours limit and have to pay more if you want to eat more than 2 hours, but to be honest I already full the first 30 minutes
A bonus thing is they have Arabica coffee, have to make it on your own but its full of sugar, Coffee mate and milk to make the coffee amazing, have green tea too
… moreThe toilet is clean too, full equipment but doesn’t have a bidet
Have a 2 hours limit and have to pay more if you want to eat more than 2 hours, but to be honest I already full the first 30 minutes
A bonus thing is they have Arabica coffee, have to make it on your own but its full of sugar, Coffee mate and milk to make the coffee amazing, have green tea too
Robert Vallez
The mini croissants were very good. Sushi was good. Orange chicken was ehh, ok. The waiter was quick to come and clean any mess. Good over all everything
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This is a pretty typical Chinese buffet. They do have a vast selection but I actually came for the sushi and was expectedly disappointed.
I would say it’s grocery store-style sushi but all you can eat for 23 bucks..
The unagi is super thin sliced and almost flavorless. The shrimp tempura roll is mostly breading inside that is very rubbery. The other rolls are very average. The highlight of the sushi was the salmon sashimi. There is a spicy tuna sashimi that is really bad.
I had some of the roast beef and the pork chop. No real complaints there.
If you want a lot of cheap sushi and other cheap food, this is a choice.
PS. There is a bottle of sriracha on the table which is not real sriracha. Close but some kind of knockoff.
… moreI would say it’s grocery store-style sushi but all you can eat for 23 bucks..
The unagi is super thin sliced and almost flavorless. The shrimp tempura roll is mostly breading inside that is very rubbery. The other rolls are very average. The highlight of the sushi was the salmon sashimi. There is a spicy tuna sashimi that is really bad.
I had some of the roast beef and the pork chop. No real complaints there.
If you want a lot of cheap sushi and other cheap food, this is a choice.
PS. There is a bottle of sriracha on the table which is not real sriracha. Close but some kind of knockoff.
Robert Wagoner
What a great buffet! The variety of foods and quality were excellent. The pork chops were perfect. And i loved both the broccoli and beef as well as the orange chicken couldn’t be better. And that’s just a few of the dozens of dishes to choose from. The staff was friendly and stayed on top of keeping the dishes cleared.
… morePatrick Scott Szoke
After my second visit to Buffet House, I can say this without hesitation: this place has officially earned raving review status. In fact, it’s quickly becoming my favorite Chinese buffet in the entire San Diego area—and that’s not a title I give lightly.
Let’s start with the most important thing when it comes to a buffet: flavor. Buffet House absolutely understands flavor, and not in the watered-down, mass-produced way that too many buffets fall into. This is bold, confident seasoning done the right way. From the first plate to the last, it’s clear that whoever is behind the recipes here actually cares about how the food tastes, not just how fast it can be refilled.
The standout item—no contest—is the cream cheese wontons. These are not an afterthought side dish or filler item. They are an over-the-top explosion of flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside with a rich, creamy filling that hits all the right notes. Sweet, savory, indulgent, and incredibly satisfying. I’ve had cream cheese wontons at countless places, and these are easily among the best I’ve ever had—buffet or otherwise.
Another absolute winner is the mushroom chicken. This dish deserves special recognition because it exemplifies what Buffet House does so well. The chicken is tender, the mushrooms are flavorful, and the sauce is balanced without being heavy. It’s comforting, well-executed, and the kind of dish you keep going back for “just one more bite” until your plate mysteriously fills itself again.
What really impressed me on this second visit, though, is that even the items that aren’t complete winners still taste good. That’s rare in buffet settings. Usually there are clear highs and obvious “skip this” options. Here, even the dishes that didn’t completely wow me still had solid seasoning and thoughtful flavor. Nothing tasted bland. Nothing felt like filler. That consistency across the buffet speaks volumes.
The buffet layout is well-stocked, the food is kept fresh, and everything feels clean and well-maintained.
Drinks are self-serve, and the staff does a great job keeping things running smoothly without being intrusive. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming—exactly what you want when you’re settling in for a serious buffet experience.
Now let’s talk value, because this is where Buffet House really seals the deal. $25 including fountain drinks. In today’s world, that price point is almost unbelievable—especially for food that actually delivers on quality and flavor. You leave full, satisfied, and feeling like you got more than your money’s worth. Honestly, that combination makes this place the best in the west as far as I’m concerned.
Buffet House in Chula Vista isn’t just “good for a buffet.” It’s just good food, period. If you’re in the San Diego area and you love Chinese food—or if you think buffets can’t be done right—this place will happily prove you wrong. I’ll absolutely be back, and I have a feeling this is going to become a regular stop for me.
… moreLet’s start with the most important thing when it comes to a buffet: flavor. Buffet House absolutely understands flavor, and not in the watered-down, mass-produced way that too many buffets fall into. This is bold, confident seasoning done the right way. From the first plate to the last, it’s clear that whoever is behind the recipes here actually cares about how the food tastes, not just how fast it can be refilled.
The standout item—no contest—is the cream cheese wontons. These are not an afterthought side dish or filler item. They are an over-the-top explosion of flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside with a rich, creamy filling that hits all the right notes. Sweet, savory, indulgent, and incredibly satisfying. I’ve had cream cheese wontons at countless places, and these are easily among the best I’ve ever had—buffet or otherwise.
Another absolute winner is the mushroom chicken. This dish deserves special recognition because it exemplifies what Buffet House does so well. The chicken is tender, the mushrooms are flavorful, and the sauce is balanced without being heavy. It’s comforting, well-executed, and the kind of dish you keep going back for “just one more bite” until your plate mysteriously fills itself again.
What really impressed me on this second visit, though, is that even the items that aren’t complete winners still taste good. That’s rare in buffet settings. Usually there are clear highs and obvious “skip this” options. Here, even the dishes that didn’t completely wow me still had solid seasoning and thoughtful flavor. Nothing tasted bland. Nothing felt like filler. That consistency across the buffet speaks volumes.
The buffet layout is well-stocked, the food is kept fresh, and everything feels clean and well-maintained.
Drinks are self-serve, and the staff does a great job keeping things running smoothly without being intrusive. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming—exactly what you want when you’re settling in for a serious buffet experience.
Now let’s talk value, because this is where Buffet House really seals the deal. $25 including fountain drinks. In today’s world, that price point is almost unbelievable—especially for food that actually delivers on quality and flavor. You leave full, satisfied, and feeling like you got more than your money’s worth. Honestly, that combination makes this place the best in the west as far as I’m concerned.
Buffet House in Chula Vista isn’t just “good for a buffet.” It’s just good food, period. If you’re in the San Diego area and you love Chinese food—or if you think buffets can’t be done right—this place will happily prove you wrong. I’ll absolutely be back, and I have a feeling this is going to become a regular stop for me.
Cordiella
We visited Buffet House last night hoping for a decent meal but left utterly disgusted. The food was a culinary disaster – everything tasted like it had been sitting out for days, the pizza was rock-hard, and the sushi looked questionable at best, with some items tasting stale or overly salty.
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