What a great deal! The service is quick and reminds me of a Nike factory where they want to get you in and out as quick as possible but for the price, I'll pretend I'm a sneaker. There are tons of options and even at 4pm on a Sunday the place is full so the dishes are hot and replaced often! The sushi goes fast but the chefs quickly replace it and in many cases, take recommendations. Don't expect Ichiban quality but if you like value and bang for your buck, this is the place for you!
(5)
Colin D.
I was here for a midweek late dinner. There's the usual range of American Chinese foods such as sweet and sour chicken and broccoli and beef. All these are rather bland and boring. However step away from those and you'll find a great range of seafood dishes like salt and pepper calamari, multiple shrimp dishes and even cod and salmon. The sushi wasn't anything special but good for a $10 buffet. There's even a Mongolian type buffet where you choose your food and it's cooked on a grill for you. My only complaint is that a lot of the food was lukewarm which for a buffet makes me nervous. I wanted to try some other dishes but didn't want to risk it. I'm not saying there was anything wrong, it just didn't inspire confidence. Maybe I need to arrive earlier. Finally I don't know if it was coincidence but all the best food had Chinese labels as well as English ones so look out for those.
(3)
Annie C.
Best Asian buffet that I have found in Minnesota so far! They have a huge selection of sushi that's constantly being made, and really good Chinese food! The only reason that I didn't give it 5 stars was because the location is a bit dangerous at night.
(4)
Greg A.
Overall a good deal for 12 dollars for dinner. Has all the typical dishes you see at every other buffet and some very unique ones. Sushi Chefs were very friendly and made a HUGE assortment of different rolls. quality is great. really great! Not my favorite sushi joint ever but the price is right and variety is bigger than most sushi bars The only thing i'd say that is really lacking in this place is the decor. It feels like some mexican restaurant moved out and the chinese buffet started up and painted a few pictures on the walls. There's some super cheesy LED flashing and rotating lighting on the ceiling above the buffet. half of it was rotating and the other half was pulsing...kind of feels like you're at a gay german disco. The bathroom was horrid...evidently there is no heat in it because there's a big space heater on the counter by the sink blasting hot air to keep the bathroom at a balmy 50 degrees. Good food plus Ghetto decor=what do you expect for Lake street? I'll be back :)
(3)
Daniel F.
Excellent value. Huge selection of Chinese, and Japanese food, as well as sushi. The server was very prompt with soda refills. They had about 10 different types of sushi available. Though some of it didn't taste the freshest. There was a very large fresh fruit and dessert bar. My one biggest complaint was that the floor was very sticky.
(4)
Isaac W.
if you're ever entertaining guests in from the orient, take them to this place. They'll feel right at home. Not only is this place good for the price, but it's the best food I've ever had.
(5)
Brittany K.
I went to Minnesota with my girlfriend this weekend. Due to lack of proper planning (and a huge line at Matts), we ended up driving around in a hunger-fueled craze looking for food and decided to stop just about anywhere before one of us considered turning to cannibalism. Thus, we ended up at Hibachi Buffet. I was skeptical but was totally sold once I saw they offered Sushi. I have NEVER been to a Chinese buffet that offered sushi before. The buffet line up was pretty standard, and the hot food was decent. The sushi was good. Fresh made, the sushi chefs were standing behind the island making new rolls all the time. I ate like 6 pieces and then had some chicken and veggies. I didn't but could have had dessert too. It was pretty cheap per person so I say that is a pretty good deal. I wish they had one in Chicago. Endless sushi always sounds good, and paired with warm food and salads that will actually fill you up? Brilliant!
(4)
Dave R.
For the price, one of the best restaurants in the Twin Cities. A very wide selection, always including seafood, sushi and the hibachi grill, even for lunch. For dinner, they bring out crab legs, more shrimp, crawfish and/or other interesting foods. Beverage included. You can't find a better all-you-can-eat place at a good location for so little. Friendly staff and a large dining area.
(5)
Christine L.
Chinese food was tasty. Sushi was the most disgusting part of the whole buffet. Avoid at all costs. Had some weird concoctions with random fruits rolled in rice. Yuck.
(3)
Jack H.
New in town, and this place is fairly decent! Cheap and fresh seafood! Actually I came Sunday night and the crab legs, they are just ok. For the extra money paying, I wouldn't recommend coming on Sunday for the crab legs. Otherwise, I'd go back any time.
(5)
Beth M.
The food was delicious, the restaurant was clean and open, the prices were very reasonable. We will go back.
(4)
Drew W.
Japanese/Chinese buffet? Not sure where the Hibachi fits in. Basic buffet food. Pretty standard line up as any buffet. The food was very fresh and the place is kept very clean. Did not try the sushi so cannot really say anything about it. Overall just ok.
(3)
Al B.
Love this place. I've been to many buffet places in the city, Hibachi has the most selection. I like asian style seafood (fish w/ heads) and freshly made stir fry vegetables. There are American food for children and their Sushi was surprisingly good, even better than most Japanese restaurants in town. Like any buffets there are drawback, like lukewarm food. Everyone knows this and it is unavoidable. My suggestion to those people who even mentions this on a review is to go to Mc Donalds.
(5)
Reeree P.
Great Great food, very clean and really good chicken. They have tons of different sushi that my husband loves, and the staff is great I have been there like five times and would tell others to do the same.
(4)
Marco C.
I have been to many Asian restaurants, and quite a few Buffet Style, but this is by far the epitome of Asian Buffet restaurants. The food is priced right, they have plenty of food for the non pork eaters, their Sushi bar is to die for from what I heard from friends that I took to this establishment, and the staff is very attentive and friendly. I do want to start by saying this restaurant became a smash hit by word of mouth only, no advertising, because the manager said they wanted to keep the food fresh, and they have done an excellent job of accomplishing that. Also they have a huge fruit bar, salad bar is full of goodies. But the thing I have to have when i go to this wonderful establishment, is the Hibachi, I love how they allow you to pick what you want the chef to make right in front of you, they have a nice variety to choose from, Chicken, and the Shrimp is only served for dinner, but all sorts of noodles, and a few other items. If I didn't know any better I would think this was planned for many years because of how successful it is, and I just cant get enough of it. So if you want a place that has all you can eat and is reasonably priced, and conveniently located, and great parking, then Hibachi Buffet is for you.
(5)
Unemployed A.
There are better buffets in the Twin Cities. I can't see how they call what they have sushi, it wasn't. Not true sushi but I guess it tries to cater to the area which is majority Hispanic and I doubt Hispanics will eat RAW tuna, etc. I did like the service, friendly. But will I return no way Jose.
(2)
Patrick C.
After giving this place some thought, I generally have to admit that I liked it here. It's not the greatest food ever, but, as Chinese buffets tend to go, it was pretty good. The place looked very clean, and I pretty much liked everything there was to eat. There was one chicken dish, which the name I forget, that I didn't really like too much. It's wasn't gross or anything; it just wasn't my cup of tea. The sushi was fine, and it seemed fresh. I was really taken aback by some of their more specialty/exotic dishes like the crayfish and the octopus. Oh, and the staff was really friendly; something that's not always the case at all buffets. On a depressing side note and the only thing I can think to complain about, the cadre of hookers I spotted on Lake Street didn't do much for my appetite.
(4)
Fres T.
standard americanized chinese buffett. has plenty of shrimp. not well flavored. crab legs disappear as soon as they arrive. sushi. ugh. oily! crowded, dirty atmosphere. there are plenty of chinese buffets in the area. would not go to this one again.
(1)
Rachel A.
My girl and I went to the Hibachi Buffett on a whim when Matt's Bar had a hoard of people waiting. Not being from MN and not knowing what to expect, we were both a little hestitant about going. The fact that there was sushi served with chinese food swayed our decision because it would satisfy both our appetities..... so we gave it a shot. There weren't many people there so we were seated right away. The food was surprisingly good! I had some general tso's chicken which was a B+. The fried rice they had was great and reminded me of the fried rice they used to make at the Chinese restaurant I used to work for in high school. I could have left the egg rolls behind but the fried cheese wontons were AWESOME! My girlfriend said the sushi was good (which coming from her means a lot) so I'd have to say this place is A-Ok. Just wish they had one in Chicago :-) Next time I'm around Minneapolis there's a good chance I'll be going back here.
Servers are always super nice and prompt. Manager fun to talk to. He told me how he gets his fish for frying. He's very proud of the awards and rightly so. I love everything about it!!!
(5)
Kaonou T.
It's a great fast meal if it's a last min and great Service with nice ppl and great good all you can eat buffet
(4)
Kate S.
I usually come to the one in Blaine so I thought this one with same name will carry the same quality of food. But no! the food is not comparable to other Hibachi buffet.
(2)
Alicia S.
This place is amazing. The staff is always super friendly and I never find myself waiting around. Prices are super reasonable and they have a huge selection of food. The spicy tuna rolls & lo mein are amazing. I love this place and find myself craving it quite often
(5)
Ellen C.
For $9.75 for a Thursday lunch including beverage this place was okay - it's what you would expect for a place like this. They had a surprisingly amount of variety. The place is sizable and clean, the staff here is friendly, the hostess dresses nicely, they have plasma TVs strung up but not on (at least on a Thurs afternoon), and food is almost always being restocked - the sushi takes a little longer. They also have a mongolian station that I didn't try out - where you can choose your ingredients (veggies, meat, possibly sauces) and they will cook it for you so you get it piping hot. Other than that here is what I remember of what is being served: - Variety of sushi (mostly imitation crab meat, avocado, cooked shredded fish, but there are a couple rolls that have sashimi - not good quality but reasonable) - Chicken drumettes (fried and buffalo) - Chicken nuggets (note: the ketchup is near the salad) - Salad spread - Broccoli & beef - Sesame chicken - Japanese chicken - Chicken on a stick - Sweet and sour chicken - Fried spring rolls - Pork postickers - Peking pork - Fried rice - Chow mein - Rice noodles - Pizza - Baked salmon - Fried cheese wontons - Fried tilapia - Fish sticks (sort of) - Roasted chicken (asian method) - Sauteed clams - Sauteed mussels - Baked imitation crab salad - Fried potato wedges - Sauteed corn - Walnut shrimp (without the walnuts) - Peanut chicken (kind of like kung pao chicken w/o the veggies) - Egg foo young - Baked white fish of some sort For dessert they had: - Frozen yogurt (standard vanilla, choc, and mixed) - Chocolate pudding - Vanilla pudding - Tapioca pudding - Couple fresh fruits (grapes, pineapple, cantaloupe when I was there) - Couple canned fruits (peaches) - Cookies (almond, beignet type) - Cream puff Can't remember the rest but you get the idea! If this is what you're looking for, go at it!
(3)
Saba H.
Probably the worst Asian buffet I've been to, and if it helps I'm am a college student so my standards are already low lol.
(1)
Sky W.
I'll never go there again! !! They even charge on drinks withouting telling you first, and force you to pay 10 percent tips. Not a lot of options though, especially on Sushi !!!
(1)
Stefan S.
Was it the best Chinese food I've ever had? No. Was I able to gorge myself beyond belief with slightly above average Chinese food at a near unbeatable price per calorie? Hell yes. So you know there's pretty good Chinese food there, you know it's buffet style. What else do you even want to know? It's clean and the servers are nice. They stay out of my way while I stuff myself, sneaking in strategically to refill my waters and that's what matters. Also, I hope they forever keep those crazy colored lights, really makes it feel like a 21st century restaurant experience. Pro tip: the pizza is excellent when compared to microwave pizza and cleansed my pallet between the other dishes
(4)
Amanda S.
Took a walk on down one evening to check it out. The first thing the greeter/host asks, "Have you been here before?" "No" I reply. He suggests that I take a gander first. How thoughtful! Hibachi grill was fabulous, did grab a scoop of white rice to accompany it though. Sushi bar, was adequate and had interesting options like sushi pizza and a tornado. The salad and fruit bar was quite extensive, but few fresh options. Fair price, great people watching, good music plus incredibly awesomely kind and attentive staff give this place a 4 star rating.
(4)
Chris H.
First time visiting here and I was very impressed with the service. When we walked in, they asked if we wanted to check out the food before we decided to eat here. Food was the typical "Americanized" Chinese food and was good. I would definitely eat here again.
(5)
Rowena N.
After happy hour with coworkers, I just wanted a lot of greasy chinese food. I ended up here. The steam table with the seafood (mussels, clams, fried fish, etc.) was actually decent. Stay away from the chinese stir-fry. The sushi were alright but we came like at 9pm at night so the rice was drier than usual. Service was great. They came around to collect plates and refill water every few minutes, adding fuel to my binge eating. Overall, the experience is what you expect from a buffet: first plate is decent, then a quick drop in marginal returns. I left full and sleepy so I think my expectations were met.
(3)
Kien N.
We went to a different asian buffet prior, and my friend was convinced that Hibachi Buffet had a better buffet with better sushi and better hibachi grill. False. In order to get to our seats between the table and the food troths (because we're piggies), we had to walk in between this narrow walkway and the waitresses hub. It's pretty awkward and poorly planned. The hibachi was super mediocre. You get to put your own meat and vegetables in a bowl for them to cook. The meat was this frozen slab that you tried to peel pieces off of. I'd get the mongolian sauce to add some type of flavor to it. The sushi was a big ol bust with old, dried rice and brown avocados. They place one piece of nigiri at a time so people can stack up on sushi. God forbid people eat too much food at a buffet. Everything else isn't worth mentioning. Besides the birthday song. What is the birthday song? It's when the 80's elementary PA system crackles LOUDLY and this weird chuck-e-cheese reminiscent birthday song is played over it. We're sitting around like WHAT IN THE SAM HILL IS GOING ON, am I dreaming, is anyone hearing this??? Everyone's just looking around the restaurant and a couple waitresses come over to clap and awkwardly dance around this little girl. This went on for a lot longer then necessary but definitely cut the monotony of mediocre food. I actually hope they keep doing this, that was awesome lol. We gave my friend a hard time for his recommendation. He said it was a long time ago, they probably changed management, or he was super high. Probably all of the above. Not recommended.
(1)
Gabriel G.
Great place, it's good price, place is big, even when it gets really busy don't feel crowded, food its not fine dinning but it's damn good and better then 80% of any Chinese restaurant in this or any other town! Worth the money. And the staff the boss are all super friendly, even just get to go box its way better quality then any Chinese take out in town. Cheaper too. I lived in south east Asia for 5 years, I can say that for sure. Seafood are good really good. Shrimp cooked perfectly which lots of Chinese place just don't know how to do. And food its always fresh and hot because of the business is good nothing ever get left around too long. Even on a 3pm afternoon Wed. So be sure to check this place out.
(5)
Linli F.
I've drove by this restaurant many times, but never had a chance to try it out. Today, I was craving hibachi so finally decided to give it a try. It's an all-you-can-eat buffet including a range of desserts, fruits, sushi, soups, hot and cold foods, both American and Chinese along with a hibachi grill. Upon walking in, the host was very friendly. He asked if we had ever been here before and when we said no, he told us we could walk around and look at the food before deciding if we really wanted to eat there. Since I love hibachi, this was my first stop. I piled up noodles along with various vegetables and meats. They offer three different sauce types, but I chose Mongolian and told the chef to make the dish medium spicy. The dish actually turned out being quite spicy, but I love spice so I didn't mind at all. However, I wasn't too impressed by the sauce seasoning. Other hibachi places that I've been to have richer, more flavorful seasonings to top off their food. I also tried their sushi which I didn't think was impressive at all. The fish seemed somewhat old and just didn't taste very fresh. The clams were also very sandy and the fried shrimp and fish seemed to be more batter than the seafood itself. However, overall, they had a large selection of foods and the rest of the dishes were pretty good. I didn't think the food was amazing, but for the price that you're paying, it's sufficient. Also to mention, you can find coupons for this buffet online, but the owner says you must physically print them out rather than showing it to him on your phone.
(3)
Elizabeth R.
Cheap, tasty, and has a good amount of my beloved crappy American Chinese food. I wouldn't bother with the sushi again, but the pepperoni pizza was everything I dreamed it could be. I have a not-so-secret affection for "crap" pizza, and this place's version was great. Couldn't ask for more from a buffet, really.
(4)
Mike B.
Felt sick immediately afterward and had food poisoning which made me miss the next day of work. Will not be returning, this place should be shut down.
(1)
Stephanie T.
This place has a large selection. The sushi was good for buffet sushi and the hibachi was good. The price is high.
(3)
Ned C.
Food was excellent, no complaints. Restaurant was clean and staff was very attentive. I was concerned because the neighborhood seemed a bit rough. I wasn't real comfortable bringing my family here. If I was with a group of my buddies, I'd feel fine. Other than that concern, for a buffet, it was great!
(3)
Rigo C.
I'm a stickler for good Chinese. We all know, buffets are not the best places to find premium Chinese and I would say that Hibachi is definitely on par with this sentiment... but the food is generally good enough for its value and it comes out consistent enough! They have a wonderful sushi and hibachi grill and a great salad bar! The real thing that gels it all together and keeps me going there almost twice a week in between classes on the weekdays is the ladies who serve and even the cooks there are really wonderful people and even though at first, they were kind of smug... we've all grown on each other and now I know most of the folks by first name basis and they're a very laid back and positive bunch! Kind of like going to the bar... I don't go to drink/eat - I go to see the people and then eat. If you go enough times and tip properly, you'll make some new friends. Did I mention, the girls are kinda cute in demeanor?
(4)
Rachel F.
Nothing here was amazing except for the service. Our waitress was great - sincere, prompt and quick on the draw. The same goes for the kitchen staff bringing out more trays of food. I wasn't a fan of the food. If you want sushi, go elsewhere. If you want some cheap and bland seafood dishes, with quantity then here you go. Their fresh fruit was a delight though, as was my swirl ice cream cone. Wait, when you go to get Chinese or Japanese food - this is supposed to be the best part, right? Skip it, and grab Mediterranean food instead. Marhaba is right down the street...
(2)
John S.
I guess when you come to a buffet restaurant you definitely know that you should not expect to have gourmet foods. Buffet is a place that quantity is favored over quality. They do have a decent variety of food. I like their Mongolian grill where the cook seems to know how to stir fry noodles (maybe I luckily met him this time). The shrimps have decent freshness and not too plain like some of the places I have been to. The service was good. The waitress cleaned my dishes promptly. Overall, they deserve 3 stars for the standard of buffet restaurant.
(3)
Josh P.
Pretty dang good buffet. Wish they would label the sushi and keep it cooler.
(5)
Dmitri M.
What are some typical characteristics of Chinese buffet places? Greasy rice and noodle dishes, chicken smothered in sugary sauces, suspicious seafood. I try to eat healthy and get my family to eat healthy, so while I love Chinese food, there is always a degree of guilt I feel after I take my family out for some Chinese. This place is different. Very different. It's clean. It has great food. Their hot-and-sour soup tastes positively homemade. I loved their Japanese chicken. The sushi is of an expensive supermarket quality, if not better. My kids - 5, 3, and 2 - ate a lot and loved it. The desserts are varied. Fruits are fresh. And all of this goodness was very inexpensive. They also have a $5 off coupon on their site for purchases of $30 or more, which made my family's dinner a steal. I loved it and will go back often.
(5)
luke l.
this restaurant puts the FUC- in WTF. If Jesus came back to save us, save everyone that ate here first! OMG WTF. Lets bring it down a notch, my son would eat anything that was under the sun, EXCEPT their food. I was impressed how horrid and low quality the food was. The only nice thing to say, was that Scooby Doo was on TV while we were there. Buffets are buffets and we don't expect much, but the money spent here should've been spent at any McDonald's for a "healthier and complete" meal w/o the guilt.
(1)
Cindy S.
Kings buffet used to be my #1, but after coming here they will have to relinquish the crown. $8 lunch with fresh made sushi. I can dig that. $10 dinner: more sushi to choose from, crab legs, mussels, shrimp galore. I can also dig that. They have so much food to choose from. I guarantee you will be to full to actually try everything. For buffet food it is pretty damn good. I love the Japanese chicken. To bring back my childhood memories, they make actuall crab wontons like in good ol' St. Louis MO. When I first moved to MN over a decade ago I was really sad to find out that most places up here serve plain cream cheese wontons. Hibacih is no comparison to St. Louis wontons, but they get close. Service is typical for buffets, they just take your dishes and fill your drinks. I just wish they would wait until I have left before they take the tip from my table and not linger around waiting for me to sign my slip. I find this a little tacky and rude.
(4)
Matthew K.
I was hungry and impatient. Hibachi buffet was just down the street. I caved. I didn't get sick and die, but I didn't walk away very impressed. Your standard chinese-american items were a mixed bag: some of the chicken was okay, some of it was lousy. Rice was good, noodles were not. Fried shrimp good, seafood delight bad. None of it tasted very fresh. Sushi bar was really unexciting. Very bland. It'll get a few points in that it was fairly cheap, had free soda, and didn't give me food poisoning.
(2)
Tiffany L.
They have a large selection of food a lot of variety and when we went on a Sunday night it was packed for dinner which is guaranteed that the food is fresh and always coming out. PLUS they serve beer which many asian buffets don't that was a first I've ever seen in MN to offer alcohol at a buffet. One thing I noticed was that though they did offer sole fish and crab legs they didn't bring it out often enough because every time I walked back up to the counters the trays were always empty which defeats the purpose of paying the extra pricing they have on Sundays for no crab legs. They offer sushi and while I was there always had plenty. I love the fact that they offer spicy mayo and eel sauce on the side with sauce cups for everyone to devour up for themselves. Overall great deal for a buffet with lots of fresh foods. Only reason why I took off a star to not be a fan is the fact after two plates I started to feel extremely thirsty and tired two signs of usage of MSG. This isn't going to scare me away from the place because I will give it a second try to see if I'm able to give them the extra star.
(3)
Chimeren P.
After driving past this place a million times, I finally tried it. The problem was I wasn't hungry at all, I know, who goes to an all you can eat buffet when your not hungry? Well I can only blame my BF for that one. I didn't try much besides the hibachi part of the buffet which reminded me of Mongolian BBQ where you pick all your meat and veg and the guys cook it up for you on the grill. My BF on the other hand was starving so he tried everything and was in heaven. He gave it top reviews and would come here every week if he could. They really do have a large variety of stuff here from Chinese cooked dishes, all you can eat sushi, salad bar, hibachi bar and a dessert and ice cream bar. My BF really enjoyed the shrimp and the Asian desserts and many of the numerous Chinese dishes he tried. He thought the food quality was very good. The atmosphere was interesting. I believe they have just been renovated but it was a winter day and salt was all over the floor so it was hard to tell. The buffets looked new and clean but the clientele left much to be desired. That comments for you buddy, the guy who sat behind me and kept pushing me every time you slammed into the booth! If I wasn't watching my figure I'd be all over this "all you can eat place" but since the only thing healthy here was the hibachi and the fruit on the dessert bar I can't say I'd be a regular but I'll be back on a day that I'm cheating on the diet!
(3)
Brooke L.
it is such a good buffet! great price great service!!! def we will be going back!!!!
(5)
Sike C.
I enjoy this place for the size and variety. However, some of the food can be more than a little greasy. Service is really good too.
(3)
Ben D.
If you enjoy being uncomfortably full for 45 minutes but then hungry again after 2 hours, this is definitely the place for you! People need to remember that it is a buffet, and it is not going to be anything close to gourmet. Once you have gotten beyond that fact, then look into the other fact that for $8 during lunch, you can eat WAY more than even $12 would get you from a takeout place. Why would you expect it to be anything more than special? Oh wait, this place is! The food here is delicious for a buffet! There are so many different options, and you can even get something made on the Hibachi! The sushi here is lackluster at times, but there are a few really good rolls that make their way up there sometimes! My only question to the restaurant is... why do 80% of your sushi rolls have cream cheese in them..? Weird! Being able to get wine or beer with your meal is a definite plus for me, and the fact that the waitresses are on top of their tables as far as drink service goes is quite nice! I never had to ask for another drink to be brought out, or for plates to be cleared. Customer service was great, the food was delicious, and I can even forgive them for the freezing cold bathroom (like... I would love to have a heater in the bathroom or something). I will most assuredly be back!
(4)
John O.
Second time to this place. For bang for the buck, all you can eat, it is pretty good. Location is a little sketchy, but I've seen worse. Sushi is included in the buffet, just rolls, and nothing spectacular but at 11 bucks AYCE who can complain? The non-sushi Chinese items are pretty good as well. They have crab legs which come out every 40 minutes, limit 4 per person. If you are not there at the moment they drop (I never was), you are SOL. Serious vultures at this place.
(3)
Jenny M.
This place is really a fantastic value for the price. Most days, I will take sushi over just about any other food. As you can imagine, buffets that include ample sushi options are always good in my book. I've been to buffets that had significantly better sushi than Hibachi Buffet, but I've never been to one that was so inexpensive, had so many non-sushi food options (four long buffet tables full), also had a hibachi grill, and was so clean! The dishes, tables, food serving tables, and bathrooms were immaculate. Not a bad option if you're in the neighborhood and want to eat a LOT!
(3)
Diane R.
My family went to Hibachi after reading several positive diner reviews and we will return! The place was clean and well managed; the food was well prepared- lots of choices! I watched as someone was making the sushi behind the sushi-island, so I knew it had just been prepared. The sushi tasted good but if you want the best sushi go to a sushi restraunts. My family enjoyed the clams, mussels, cheesy crab bake, octopus, and several different kinds of shrimp, and fish. I don't recommend the crab legs- they were over cooked. There were several types of fresh fruit and desserts- we were delighted to have lychee gelatin! I saw seaweed salad that I was too full to try that day but I will have when we go again. This family is very health focused so we avoided the fried dishes with sauce. Almost forgot to mention the hibachi was delicious with 3 choices of sauce; we had the ginger, which was fab!
(4)
John H.
The selection is varied and they don't formally charge you if you waste food, but they discourage you through signs. The prices are low and the quality of ingredients are average. The hibachi grill is nice, because you get to pick what gets cooked. The service is good in the sense that the waitress is hardworking and polite. Sushi selection is poor as expected given the low price point. Specifically, the ratio of rice to sushi is high, and they gratuitously add sauces on top, which are probably not very healthy.
(3)
Wenya W.
Went there twice. They have great service. Great selection and love the grill :)
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
The popularity of Chinese food in America can be adjudicated by the appearance of China Town in many major cities in the United State of America. The popular trend of ordering or opting for Chinese take away food isn't unknown in America. Chinese take away food comes to rescue when you're too tired from work or too exhausted to cook. No one can resist the temptation of eating spicy noodles, shrimp, chicken, beef or pork cooked in the sweet and spicy sauce. The cooking method of authentic Chinese food is a lot different compared to what is served in America.
Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
Mike B.
What a great deal! The service is quick and reminds me of a Nike factory where they want to get you in and out as quick as possible but for the price, I'll pretend I'm a sneaker. There are tons of options and even at 4pm on a Sunday the place is full so the dishes are hot and replaced often! The sushi goes fast but the chefs quickly replace it and in many cases, take recommendations. Don't expect Ichiban quality but if you like value and bang for your buck, this is the place for you!
(5)Colin D.
I was here for a midweek late dinner. There's the usual range of American Chinese foods such as sweet and sour chicken and broccoli and beef. All these are rather bland and boring. However step away from those and you'll find a great range of seafood dishes like salt and pepper calamari, multiple shrimp dishes and even cod and salmon. The sushi wasn't anything special but good for a $10 buffet. There's even a Mongolian type buffet where you choose your food and it's cooked on a grill for you. My only complaint is that a lot of the food was lukewarm which for a buffet makes me nervous. I wanted to try some other dishes but didn't want to risk it. I'm not saying there was anything wrong, it just didn't inspire confidence. Maybe I need to arrive earlier. Finally I don't know if it was coincidence but all the best food had Chinese labels as well as English ones so look out for those.
(3)Annie C.
Best Asian buffet that I have found in Minnesota so far! They have a huge selection of sushi that's constantly being made, and really good Chinese food! The only reason that I didn't give it 5 stars was because the location is a bit dangerous at night.
(4)Greg A.
Overall a good deal for 12 dollars for dinner. Has all the typical dishes you see at every other buffet and some very unique ones. Sushi Chefs were very friendly and made a HUGE assortment of different rolls. quality is great. really great! Not my favorite sushi joint ever but the price is right and variety is bigger than most sushi bars The only thing i'd say that is really lacking in this place is the decor. It feels like some mexican restaurant moved out and the chinese buffet started up and painted a few pictures on the walls. There's some super cheesy LED flashing and rotating lighting on the ceiling above the buffet. half of it was rotating and the other half was pulsing...kind of feels like you're at a gay german disco. The bathroom was horrid...evidently there is no heat in it because there's a big space heater on the counter by the sink blasting hot air to keep the bathroom at a balmy 50 degrees. Good food plus Ghetto decor=what do you expect for Lake street? I'll be back :)
(3)Daniel F.
Excellent value. Huge selection of Chinese, and Japanese food, as well as sushi. The server was very prompt with soda refills. They had about 10 different types of sushi available. Though some of it didn't taste the freshest. There was a very large fresh fruit and dessert bar. My one biggest complaint was that the floor was very sticky.
(4)Isaac W.
if you're ever entertaining guests in from the orient, take them to this place. They'll feel right at home. Not only is this place good for the price, but it's the best food I've ever had.
(5)Brittany K.
I went to Minnesota with my girlfriend this weekend. Due to lack of proper planning (and a huge line at Matts), we ended up driving around in a hunger-fueled craze looking for food and decided to stop just about anywhere before one of us considered turning to cannibalism. Thus, we ended up at Hibachi Buffet. I was skeptical but was totally sold once I saw they offered Sushi. I have NEVER been to a Chinese buffet that offered sushi before. The buffet line up was pretty standard, and the hot food was decent. The sushi was good. Fresh made, the sushi chefs were standing behind the island making new rolls all the time. I ate like 6 pieces and then had some chicken and veggies. I didn't but could have had dessert too. It was pretty cheap per person so I say that is a pretty good deal. I wish they had one in Chicago. Endless sushi always sounds good, and paired with warm food and salads that will actually fill you up? Brilliant!
(4)Dave R.
For the price, one of the best restaurants in the Twin Cities. A very wide selection, always including seafood, sushi and the hibachi grill, even for lunch. For dinner, they bring out crab legs, more shrimp, crawfish and/or other interesting foods. Beverage included. You can't find a better all-you-can-eat place at a good location for so little. Friendly staff and a large dining area.
(5)Christine L.
Chinese food was tasty. Sushi was the most disgusting part of the whole buffet. Avoid at all costs. Had some weird concoctions with random fruits rolled in rice. Yuck.
(3)Jack H.
New in town, and this place is fairly decent! Cheap and fresh seafood! Actually I came Sunday night and the crab legs, they are just ok. For the extra money paying, I wouldn't recommend coming on Sunday for the crab legs. Otherwise, I'd go back any time.
(5)Beth M.
The food was delicious, the restaurant was clean and open, the prices were very reasonable. We will go back.
(4)Drew W.
Japanese/Chinese buffet? Not sure where the Hibachi fits in. Basic buffet food. Pretty standard line up as any buffet. The food was very fresh and the place is kept very clean. Did not try the sushi so cannot really say anything about it. Overall just ok.
(3)Al B.
Love this place. I've been to many buffet places in the city, Hibachi has the most selection. I like asian style seafood (fish w/ heads) and freshly made stir fry vegetables. There are American food for children and their Sushi was surprisingly good, even better than most Japanese restaurants in town. Like any buffets there are drawback, like lukewarm food. Everyone knows this and it is unavoidable. My suggestion to those people who even mentions this on a review is to go to Mc Donalds.
(5)Reeree P.
Great Great food, very clean and really good chicken. They have tons of different sushi that my husband loves, and the staff is great I have been there like five times and would tell others to do the same.
(4)Marco C.
I have been to many Asian restaurants, and quite a few Buffet Style, but this is by far the epitome of Asian Buffet restaurants. The food is priced right, they have plenty of food for the non pork eaters, their Sushi bar is to die for from what I heard from friends that I took to this establishment, and the staff is very attentive and friendly. I do want to start by saying this restaurant became a smash hit by word of mouth only, no advertising, because the manager said they wanted to keep the food fresh, and they have done an excellent job of accomplishing that. Also they have a huge fruit bar, salad bar is full of goodies. But the thing I have to have when i go to this wonderful establishment, is the Hibachi, I love how they allow you to pick what you want the chef to make right in front of you, they have a nice variety to choose from, Chicken, and the Shrimp is only served for dinner, but all sorts of noodles, and a few other items. If I didn't know any better I would think this was planned for many years because of how successful it is, and I just cant get enough of it. So if you want a place that has all you can eat and is reasonably priced, and conveniently located, and great parking, then Hibachi Buffet is for you.
(5)Unemployed A.
There are better buffets in the Twin Cities. I can't see how they call what they have sushi, it wasn't. Not true sushi but I guess it tries to cater to the area which is majority Hispanic and I doubt Hispanics will eat RAW tuna, etc. I did like the service, friendly. But will I return no way Jose.
(2)Patrick C.
After giving this place some thought, I generally have to admit that I liked it here. It's not the greatest food ever, but, as Chinese buffets tend to go, it was pretty good. The place looked very clean, and I pretty much liked everything there was to eat. There was one chicken dish, which the name I forget, that I didn't really like too much. It's wasn't gross or anything; it just wasn't my cup of tea. The sushi was fine, and it seemed fresh. I was really taken aback by some of their more specialty/exotic dishes like the crayfish and the octopus. Oh, and the staff was really friendly; something that's not always the case at all buffets. On a depressing side note and the only thing I can think to complain about, the cadre of hookers I spotted on Lake Street didn't do much for my appetite.
(4)Fres T.
standard americanized chinese buffett. has plenty of shrimp. not well flavored. crab legs disappear as soon as they arrive. sushi. ugh. oily! crowded, dirty atmosphere. there are plenty of chinese buffets in the area. would not go to this one again.
(1)Rachel A.
My girl and I went to the Hibachi Buffett on a whim when Matt's Bar had a hoard of people waiting. Not being from MN and not knowing what to expect, we were both a little hestitant about going. The fact that there was sushi served with chinese food swayed our decision because it would satisfy both our appetities..... so we gave it a shot. There weren't many people there so we were seated right away. The food was surprisingly good! I had some general tso's chicken which was a B+. The fried rice they had was great and reminded me of the fried rice they used to make at the Chinese restaurant I used to work for in high school. I could have left the egg rolls behind but the fried cheese wontons were AWESOME! My girlfriend said the sushi was good (which coming from her means a lot) so I'd have to say this place is A-Ok. Just wish they had one in Chicago :-) Next time I'm around Minneapolis there's a good chance I'll be going back here.
(4)Destiny O.
We live nearby, so we decided to try the buffet. Having read mixed reviews, I wasn't too eager to come, ( I stick to Benihana's because they haven't ever disappointed! ) However, here we are.. Walk in, get the "do you want to look around before you decide to eat here" question I read about in the reviews, and say no.. Sit down in a booth - still sopping wet from wiping - and wait for my Fiancé to take the kids around to get the food. (I wait with our coats and my purse). The kids liked the rice, fried chicken, and the red chicken on a stick.. Or whatever. The hibachi sauce - awful. I was extremely disappointed.. Fried rice was just as bad.. I was looking forward to trying the sushi they had out.. So I did. I disliked everything I tried! The only one remotely tasteful, was the tempura rice roll.. So after a few more bites of awfulness, I tempted to try the fried sweet rolls (like a sugar donut) to redeem my poor, sad tastebuds. I will say the service was mediocre, and the people working were very kind. The food kept coming and out warmish, but somehow seemed to get cold as soon as I sat down.. I would never ever recommend anyone coming here to have a hibachi / Japanese meal. I'll be going out AGAIN for another Hibachi meal tonight, but this time I won't make the same mistake of letting my fiancé choose the place. Lol I'm going back into my safe zone box and having my favorite - Benihana's. Not sorry to say that my family and myself won't ever find ourselves coming back. Ever..
(1)Tony C.
Servers are always super nice and prompt. Manager fun to talk to. He told me how he gets his fish for frying. He's very proud of the awards and rightly so. I love everything about it!!!
(5)Kaonou T.
It's a great fast meal if it's a last min and great Service with nice ppl and great good all you can eat buffet
(4)Kate S.
I usually come to the one in Blaine so I thought this one with same name will carry the same quality of food. But no! the food is not comparable to other Hibachi buffet.
(2)Alicia S.
This place is amazing. The staff is always super friendly and I never find myself waiting around. Prices are super reasonable and they have a huge selection of food. The spicy tuna rolls & lo mein are amazing. I love this place and find myself craving it quite often
(5)Ellen C.
For $9.75 for a Thursday lunch including beverage this place was okay - it's what you would expect for a place like this. They had a surprisingly amount of variety. The place is sizable and clean, the staff here is friendly, the hostess dresses nicely, they have plasma TVs strung up but not on (at least on a Thurs afternoon), and food is almost always being restocked - the sushi takes a little longer. They also have a mongolian station that I didn't try out - where you can choose your ingredients (veggies, meat, possibly sauces) and they will cook it for you so you get it piping hot. Other than that here is what I remember of what is being served: - Variety of sushi (mostly imitation crab meat, avocado, cooked shredded fish, but there are a couple rolls that have sashimi - not good quality but reasonable) - Chicken drumettes (fried and buffalo) - Chicken nuggets (note: the ketchup is near the salad) - Salad spread - Broccoli & beef - Sesame chicken - Japanese chicken - Chicken on a stick - Sweet and sour chicken - Fried spring rolls - Pork postickers - Peking pork - Fried rice - Chow mein - Rice noodles - Pizza - Baked salmon - Fried cheese wontons - Fried tilapia - Fish sticks (sort of) - Roasted chicken (asian method) - Sauteed clams - Sauteed mussels - Baked imitation crab salad - Fried potato wedges - Sauteed corn - Walnut shrimp (without the walnuts) - Peanut chicken (kind of like kung pao chicken w/o the veggies) - Egg foo young - Baked white fish of some sort For dessert they had: - Frozen yogurt (standard vanilla, choc, and mixed) - Chocolate pudding - Vanilla pudding - Tapioca pudding - Couple fresh fruits (grapes, pineapple, cantaloupe when I was there) - Couple canned fruits (peaches) - Cookies (almond, beignet type) - Cream puff Can't remember the rest but you get the idea! If this is what you're looking for, go at it!
(3)Saba H.
Probably the worst Asian buffet I've been to, and if it helps I'm am a college student so my standards are already low lol.
(1)Sky W.
I'll never go there again! !! They even charge on drinks withouting telling you first, and force you to pay 10 percent tips. Not a lot of options though, especially on Sushi !!!
(1)Stefan S.
Was it the best Chinese food I've ever had? No. Was I able to gorge myself beyond belief with slightly above average Chinese food at a near unbeatable price per calorie? Hell yes. So you know there's pretty good Chinese food there, you know it's buffet style. What else do you even want to know? It's clean and the servers are nice. They stay out of my way while I stuff myself, sneaking in strategically to refill my waters and that's what matters. Also, I hope they forever keep those crazy colored lights, really makes it feel like a 21st century restaurant experience. Pro tip: the pizza is excellent when compared to microwave pizza and cleansed my pallet between the other dishes
(4)Amanda S.
Took a walk on down one evening to check it out. The first thing the greeter/host asks, "Have you been here before?" "No" I reply. He suggests that I take a gander first. How thoughtful! Hibachi grill was fabulous, did grab a scoop of white rice to accompany it though. Sushi bar, was adequate and had interesting options like sushi pizza and a tornado. The salad and fruit bar was quite extensive, but few fresh options. Fair price, great people watching, good music plus incredibly awesomely kind and attentive staff give this place a 4 star rating.
(4)Chris H.
First time visiting here and I was very impressed with the service. When we walked in, they asked if we wanted to check out the food before we decided to eat here. Food was the typical "Americanized" Chinese food and was good. I would definitely eat here again.
(5)Rowena N.
After happy hour with coworkers, I just wanted a lot of greasy chinese food. I ended up here. The steam table with the seafood (mussels, clams, fried fish, etc.) was actually decent. Stay away from the chinese stir-fry. The sushi were alright but we came like at 9pm at night so the rice was drier than usual. Service was great. They came around to collect plates and refill water every few minutes, adding fuel to my binge eating. Overall, the experience is what you expect from a buffet: first plate is decent, then a quick drop in marginal returns. I left full and sleepy so I think my expectations were met.
(3)Kien N.
We went to a different asian buffet prior, and my friend was convinced that Hibachi Buffet had a better buffet with better sushi and better hibachi grill. False. In order to get to our seats between the table and the food troths (because we're piggies), we had to walk in between this narrow walkway and the waitresses hub. It's pretty awkward and poorly planned. The hibachi was super mediocre. You get to put your own meat and vegetables in a bowl for them to cook. The meat was this frozen slab that you tried to peel pieces off of. I'd get the mongolian sauce to add some type of flavor to it. The sushi was a big ol bust with old, dried rice and brown avocados. They place one piece of nigiri at a time so people can stack up on sushi. God forbid people eat too much food at a buffet. Everything else isn't worth mentioning. Besides the birthday song. What is the birthday song? It's when the 80's elementary PA system crackles LOUDLY and this weird chuck-e-cheese reminiscent birthday song is played over it. We're sitting around like WHAT IN THE SAM HILL IS GOING ON, am I dreaming, is anyone hearing this??? Everyone's just looking around the restaurant and a couple waitresses come over to clap and awkwardly dance around this little girl. This went on for a lot longer then necessary but definitely cut the monotony of mediocre food. I actually hope they keep doing this, that was awesome lol. We gave my friend a hard time for his recommendation. He said it was a long time ago, they probably changed management, or he was super high. Probably all of the above. Not recommended.
(1)Gabriel G.
Great place, it's good price, place is big, even when it gets really busy don't feel crowded, food its not fine dinning but it's damn good and better then 80% of any Chinese restaurant in this or any other town! Worth the money. And the staff the boss are all super friendly, even just get to go box its way better quality then any Chinese take out in town. Cheaper too. I lived in south east Asia for 5 years, I can say that for sure. Seafood are good really good. Shrimp cooked perfectly which lots of Chinese place just don't know how to do. And food its always fresh and hot because of the business is good nothing ever get left around too long. Even on a 3pm afternoon Wed. So be sure to check this place out.
(5)Linli F.
I've drove by this restaurant many times, but never had a chance to try it out. Today, I was craving hibachi so finally decided to give it a try. It's an all-you-can-eat buffet including a range of desserts, fruits, sushi, soups, hot and cold foods, both American and Chinese along with a hibachi grill. Upon walking in, the host was very friendly. He asked if we had ever been here before and when we said no, he told us we could walk around and look at the food before deciding if we really wanted to eat there. Since I love hibachi, this was my first stop. I piled up noodles along with various vegetables and meats. They offer three different sauce types, but I chose Mongolian and told the chef to make the dish medium spicy. The dish actually turned out being quite spicy, but I love spice so I didn't mind at all. However, I wasn't too impressed by the sauce seasoning. Other hibachi places that I've been to have richer, more flavorful seasonings to top off their food. I also tried their sushi which I didn't think was impressive at all. The fish seemed somewhat old and just didn't taste very fresh. The clams were also very sandy and the fried shrimp and fish seemed to be more batter than the seafood itself. However, overall, they had a large selection of foods and the rest of the dishes were pretty good. I didn't think the food was amazing, but for the price that you're paying, it's sufficient. Also to mention, you can find coupons for this buffet online, but the owner says you must physically print them out rather than showing it to him on your phone.
(3)Elizabeth R.
Cheap, tasty, and has a good amount of my beloved crappy American Chinese food. I wouldn't bother with the sushi again, but the pepperoni pizza was everything I dreamed it could be. I have a not-so-secret affection for "crap" pizza, and this place's version was great. Couldn't ask for more from a buffet, really.
(4)Mike B.
Felt sick immediately afterward and had food poisoning which made me miss the next day of work. Will not be returning, this place should be shut down.
(1)Stephanie T.
This place has a large selection. The sushi was good for buffet sushi and the hibachi was good. The price is high.
(3)Ned C.
Food was excellent, no complaints. Restaurant was clean and staff was very attentive. I was concerned because the neighborhood seemed a bit rough. I wasn't real comfortable bringing my family here. If I was with a group of my buddies, I'd feel fine. Other than that concern, for a buffet, it was great!
(3)Rigo C.
I'm a stickler for good Chinese. We all know, buffets are not the best places to find premium Chinese and I would say that Hibachi is definitely on par with this sentiment... but the food is generally good enough for its value and it comes out consistent enough! They have a wonderful sushi and hibachi grill and a great salad bar! The real thing that gels it all together and keeps me going there almost twice a week in between classes on the weekdays is the ladies who serve and even the cooks there are really wonderful people and even though at first, they were kind of smug... we've all grown on each other and now I know most of the folks by first name basis and they're a very laid back and positive bunch! Kind of like going to the bar... I don't go to drink/eat - I go to see the people and then eat. If you go enough times and tip properly, you'll make some new friends. Did I mention, the girls are kinda cute in demeanor?
(4)Rachel F.
Nothing here was amazing except for the service. Our waitress was great - sincere, prompt and quick on the draw. The same goes for the kitchen staff bringing out more trays of food. I wasn't a fan of the food. If you want sushi, go elsewhere. If you want some cheap and bland seafood dishes, with quantity then here you go. Their fresh fruit was a delight though, as was my swirl ice cream cone. Wait, when you go to get Chinese or Japanese food - this is supposed to be the best part, right? Skip it, and grab Mediterranean food instead. Marhaba is right down the street...
(2)John S.
I guess when you come to a buffet restaurant you definitely know that you should not expect to have gourmet foods. Buffet is a place that quantity is favored over quality. They do have a decent variety of food. I like their Mongolian grill where the cook seems to know how to stir fry noodles (maybe I luckily met him this time). The shrimps have decent freshness and not too plain like some of the places I have been to. The service was good. The waitress cleaned my dishes promptly. Overall, they deserve 3 stars for the standard of buffet restaurant.
(3)Josh P.
Pretty dang good buffet. Wish they would label the sushi and keep it cooler.
(5)Dmitri M.
What are some typical characteristics of Chinese buffet places? Greasy rice and noodle dishes, chicken smothered in sugary sauces, suspicious seafood. I try to eat healthy and get my family to eat healthy, so while I love Chinese food, there is always a degree of guilt I feel after I take my family out for some Chinese. This place is different. Very different. It's clean. It has great food. Their hot-and-sour soup tastes positively homemade. I loved their Japanese chicken. The sushi is of an expensive supermarket quality, if not better. My kids - 5, 3, and 2 - ate a lot and loved it. The desserts are varied. Fruits are fresh. And all of this goodness was very inexpensive. They also have a $5 off coupon on their site for purchases of $30 or more, which made my family's dinner a steal. I loved it and will go back often.
(5)luke l.
this restaurant puts the FUC- in WTF. If Jesus came back to save us, save everyone that ate here first! OMG WTF. Lets bring it down a notch, my son would eat anything that was under the sun, EXCEPT their food. I was impressed how horrid and low quality the food was. The only nice thing to say, was that Scooby Doo was on TV while we were there. Buffets are buffets and we don't expect much, but the money spent here should've been spent at any McDonald's for a "healthier and complete" meal w/o the guilt.
(1)Cindy S.
Kings buffet used to be my #1, but after coming here they will have to relinquish the crown. $8 lunch with fresh made sushi. I can dig that. $10 dinner: more sushi to choose from, crab legs, mussels, shrimp galore. I can also dig that. They have so much food to choose from. I guarantee you will be to full to actually try everything. For buffet food it is pretty damn good. I love the Japanese chicken. To bring back my childhood memories, they make actuall crab wontons like in good ol' St. Louis MO. When I first moved to MN over a decade ago I was really sad to find out that most places up here serve plain cream cheese wontons. Hibacih is no comparison to St. Louis wontons, but they get close. Service is typical for buffets, they just take your dishes and fill your drinks. I just wish they would wait until I have left before they take the tip from my table and not linger around waiting for me to sign my slip. I find this a little tacky and rude.
(4)Matthew K.
I was hungry and impatient. Hibachi buffet was just down the street. I caved. I didn't get sick and die, but I didn't walk away very impressed. Your standard chinese-american items were a mixed bag: some of the chicken was okay, some of it was lousy. Rice was good, noodles were not. Fried shrimp good, seafood delight bad. None of it tasted very fresh. Sushi bar was really unexciting. Very bland. It'll get a few points in that it was fairly cheap, had free soda, and didn't give me food poisoning.
(2)Tiffany L.
They have a large selection of food a lot of variety and when we went on a Sunday night it was packed for dinner which is guaranteed that the food is fresh and always coming out. PLUS they serve beer which many asian buffets don't that was a first I've ever seen in MN to offer alcohol at a buffet. One thing I noticed was that though they did offer sole fish and crab legs they didn't bring it out often enough because every time I walked back up to the counters the trays were always empty which defeats the purpose of paying the extra pricing they have on Sundays for no crab legs. They offer sushi and while I was there always had plenty. I love the fact that they offer spicy mayo and eel sauce on the side with sauce cups for everyone to devour up for themselves. Overall great deal for a buffet with lots of fresh foods. Only reason why I took off a star to not be a fan is the fact after two plates I started to feel extremely thirsty and tired two signs of usage of MSG. This isn't going to scare me away from the place because I will give it a second try to see if I'm able to give them the extra star.
(3)Chimeren P.
After driving past this place a million times, I finally tried it. The problem was I wasn't hungry at all, I know, who goes to an all you can eat buffet when your not hungry? Well I can only blame my BF for that one. I didn't try much besides the hibachi part of the buffet which reminded me of Mongolian BBQ where you pick all your meat and veg and the guys cook it up for you on the grill. My BF on the other hand was starving so he tried everything and was in heaven. He gave it top reviews and would come here every week if he could. They really do have a large variety of stuff here from Chinese cooked dishes, all you can eat sushi, salad bar, hibachi bar and a dessert and ice cream bar. My BF really enjoyed the shrimp and the Asian desserts and many of the numerous Chinese dishes he tried. He thought the food quality was very good. The atmosphere was interesting. I believe they have just been renovated but it was a winter day and salt was all over the floor so it was hard to tell. The buffets looked new and clean but the clientele left much to be desired. That comments for you buddy, the guy who sat behind me and kept pushing me every time you slammed into the booth! If I wasn't watching my figure I'd be all over this "all you can eat place" but since the only thing healthy here was the hibachi and the fruit on the dessert bar I can't say I'd be a regular but I'll be back on a day that I'm cheating on the diet!
(3)Brooke L.
it is such a good buffet! great price great service!!! def we will be going back!!!!
(5)Sike C.
I enjoy this place for the size and variety. However, some of the food can be more than a little greasy. Service is really good too.
(3)Ben D.
If you enjoy being uncomfortably full for 45 minutes but then hungry again after 2 hours, this is definitely the place for you! People need to remember that it is a buffet, and it is not going to be anything close to gourmet. Once you have gotten beyond that fact, then look into the other fact that for $8 during lunch, you can eat WAY more than even $12 would get you from a takeout place. Why would you expect it to be anything more than special? Oh wait, this place is! The food here is delicious for a buffet! There are so many different options, and you can even get something made on the Hibachi! The sushi here is lackluster at times, but there are a few really good rolls that make their way up there sometimes! My only question to the restaurant is... why do 80% of your sushi rolls have cream cheese in them..? Weird! Being able to get wine or beer with your meal is a definite plus for me, and the fact that the waitresses are on top of their tables as far as drink service goes is quite nice! I never had to ask for another drink to be brought out, or for plates to be cleared. Customer service was great, the food was delicious, and I can even forgive them for the freezing cold bathroom (like... I would love to have a heater in the bathroom or something). I will most assuredly be back!
(4)John O.
Second time to this place. For bang for the buck, all you can eat, it is pretty good. Location is a little sketchy, but I've seen worse. Sushi is included in the buffet, just rolls, and nothing spectacular but at 11 bucks AYCE who can complain? The non-sushi Chinese items are pretty good as well. They have crab legs which come out every 40 minutes, limit 4 per person. If you are not there at the moment they drop (I never was), you are SOL. Serious vultures at this place.
(3)Jenny M.
This place is really a fantastic value for the price. Most days, I will take sushi over just about any other food. As you can imagine, buffets that include ample sushi options are always good in my book. I've been to buffets that had significantly better sushi than Hibachi Buffet, but I've never been to one that was so inexpensive, had so many non-sushi food options (four long buffet tables full), also had a hibachi grill, and was so clean! The dishes, tables, food serving tables, and bathrooms were immaculate. Not a bad option if you're in the neighborhood and want to eat a LOT!
(3)Diane R.
My family went to Hibachi after reading several positive diner reviews and we will return! The place was clean and well managed; the food was well prepared- lots of choices! I watched as someone was making the sushi behind the sushi-island, so I knew it had just been prepared. The sushi tasted good but if you want the best sushi go to a sushi restraunts. My family enjoyed the clams, mussels, cheesy crab bake, octopus, and several different kinds of shrimp, and fish. I don't recommend the crab legs- they were over cooked. There were several types of fresh fruit and desserts- we were delighted to have lychee gelatin! I saw seaweed salad that I was too full to try that day but I will have when we go again. This family is very health focused so we avoided the fried dishes with sauce. Almost forgot to mention the hibachi was delicious with 3 choices of sauce; we had the ginger, which was fab!
(4)John H.
The selection is varied and they don't formally charge you if you waste food, but they discourage you through signs. The prices are low and the quality of ingredients are average. The hibachi grill is nice, because you get to pick what gets cooked. The service is good in the sense that the waitress is hardworking and polite. Sushi selection is poor as expected given the low price point. Specifically, the ratio of rice to sushi is high, and they gratuitously add sauces on top, which are probably not very healthy.
(3)Wenya W.
Went there twice. They have great service. Great selection and love the grill :)
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