Traditional buffet-style Chinese & Asian-American fare served up in a shopping-center space.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 700 San Pablo Towne Center, San Pablo, CA 94806
Phone: (510) 965-1788
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Reviews
Larry Dang
Pretty good deal. I enjoyed the noodle bar where I could put together a bowl and have it stir fried on the spot.
… moreJason Zhang
Food was above average Chinese buffets. A little more pricey than those in other cities but this is Bay Area. Right next to our hotel so it’s easy to grab a quick dinner after a long drive. Very good seafood selection but yeah, there is no sushi bar even though I don’t eat sushi at a buffet restaurant anyway. Hot and sour soup was great.
… moreleila bedroud
Avoid Empire Buffet at 700 San Pablo Towne Center at all costs. Food is terrible. Place is filthy. Staff ignores you while talking in their language. But the worst is their mandatory tip. Dinner’s just $23.50 on the menu—no tip mentioned anywhere upfront. Then the female server explodes, yelling at my husband in front of everyone for not adding 10% mandatory tip automatically. They demand at least 10% or create a scene, guilting customers who weren’t warned. I always tip generously for decent service, but this hidden mandatory policy is shady, unethical, and ruins everything. Never going back—don’t let them trick you either!
… moreYaneyry Delfin
Came for lunch…the food is okay and there’s options. The waitress forgot to ask us what we would like to drink and I had to ask around lol but no biggie she came right after.
Area was really clean and they cater to the clientele. Only Asian buffet I’ve seen that has plátanos lmao
44 for 2 people
… moreArea was really clean and they cater to the clientele. Only Asian buffet I’ve seen that has plátanos lmao
44 for 2 people
RICKY
This is my favorite Chinese buffet kid. Friend me handicap have ability various types of Chinese food food is great. Workers are great like I said, one of my friend favorite Chinese buffets. At twenty five dollars of plate and you can eat , it’s a win win situation
… moreJordan Silo
A party of two families of mine had lunch a few months ago. Food presentation is ok and taste was ok. Selections was decent, Prices are a bit extreme and servers are somewhat helpful, but the management was horrible.
We were overcharged on the bill. The manager was arguing with a family member paying the bill as the manager insist there was much higher number of guests eating but obviously there wasn’t. For example we were a party of 20 and the bill came to 30 people. I was thinking at the time why not review the cameras, since I assume that’s what the purpose of the cameras right. After 20 mins, shouting matches, and frustrating family members it finally ended. Not sure if it was corrected as the paying family member was still angry.
… moreWe were overcharged on the bill. The manager was arguing with a family member paying the bill as the manager insist there was much higher number of guests eating but obviously there wasn’t. For example we were a party of 20 and the bill came to 30 people. I was thinking at the time why not review the cameras, since I assume that’s what the purpose of the cameras right. After 20 mins, shouting matches, and frustrating family members it finally ended. Not sure if it was corrected as the paying family member was still angry.
Karen Gochez
Very unpleasant experience today, we had a late lunch around 2 or 3. The food set out on the buffet tables looked like it had been sitting there and not fresh. There was no variety or much option to choose from. Server was very rude, he didn’t pick up our plates barely refilled our drinks with warm iced tea and then demands a tip. Also he was eyeing us like we were going to get up and not pay the check. If I come to a buffet it is to eat as much as I want, not to be stared at by the staff. I don’t think I will return anytime soon. Plenty of other places to go to in the area.
… moreLvg
I’ve been there many times, food is good and affordable, however prices are increasing but quality of service each time it’s getting worse. Waiter spends more time checking how much are eating instead of watch your empty glasses to serve a drink. She had a small tip according her service showing her upset too much evident. I don’t care!!!
… moreTyiesha Mitchell
I was skeptical about going back after covid because the reviews were all over the place. I’m glad I made the decision for myself to go. All of the food was excellent, hot and tasty just like I remembered from a few years ago. The Dungeness Crab legs were constantly coming out and they were sooooo good. The only thing that disappointed me was that no sushi was available other than that A1. The service was good and the people were friendly. We went on a Sunday at about 2:30 p.m. I definitely recommend and we will definitely be going back!
… moreTammy Ronberg
First Timers – Came in on Labor Day Monday, after a day of fishing. Food was decent for a Chinese buffet, especially for the price of $21.95 pp to also include seafood. The young man who was our server was great, cleared our table quick and topped off our drinks often. There is a little something for everyone, including toddlers who like pizza and fries. We would re-visit this establishment if in the area again. My favorites were : Hot & Sour Soup : Mongolian Grill : Crab Legs : Sauteed Bok choy.
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