Empire Buffet

3585 Sonoma Blvd, Vallejo - 94590
151 reviews
Buffet Chinese
(707) 557-6338

Decent buffet, but there were a few weird things that I just didn't like much at all.The waiter took my cup to refill my tea and he took another person's cup from another table, when he brought it back he had them mixed up and gave need their drink and gave them my drink.I noticed the mistake before the other guy did he picked up my drink and had it right by his mouth when the waiter stopped him and switched the drinks back.I asked for another cup and the server was annoyed at me.The other weird thing is they had: clams, crab and corn on the cob but no butter. I asked if he could grab me some from the kitchen, and he couldn't.It was weird.

Great food at a great price!! Good thing I ignored the bad reviews because have been eating here for years and always been a great deal.

The food was delicious. The Wait service was prompt

Horrible food cold and very dry overpriced do waste your money go to McDonald’s

Zero to 1 not the best but worst experience. Broccoli ? taste like picked up from garbage washes and recooked. Top it off had a maggot on top of it would not recommend.

Food was cold, selections were limited probably due to covid. The facility is in desperate need of an upgrade. Very dated. Dirty signs, decor, and table condiments.Patrons not wearing masks either so that is always concerning, especially in food service.New item featured was vege tempura (broccoli and sweet potato). This would of been the star dish if it were hot and fresh. Also, price was a bit reasonable $12 for a 2 entree plate lol.It is clear that our local businesses are struggling to reopen. Hopefully, our government can help support small businesses and those businesses can do better.That being said, many businesses took money during the pandemic to keep a float. It is unacceptable to see a business in worst shape after than it was before pandemic hit.I question what was the money used for? Who received grants, loans, and bailouts? Lastly, where are the Code Enforcement, Health Inspector Agents, or the Mayor at to just check places out post-reopening?

I don’t feel great leaving a negative review.It cost $36 for 2 people which is overpriced.Most of the food seemed old.I do have to say that I liked the baked oysters with a bit of lemon on it.Most chicken items were cold so all I suggest is for them to make smaller batches,clean the restrooms and as well as inform customers on the prices.When I paid,I kinda felt like one of the staff was a bit too close standing next to me as I gave the cashier money.Just my experience and I hope you have a good one.

Not that great! The bathroom was dirty and the paint pealing off. The food was so so.

Chinese food was Terrible. With a capital "T".Management and staff don't not care about presentation.All the chicken and pork dishes are dried out and embarrassingly unfresh.Now for the good news.The seafood is excellent.Oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp and crab are always fresh and hot and dinner is only $15.

It's okay. Standard buffet. The waitress was pleasant.