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Made for those who prefer to curate their own plate from an expansive selection rather than ordering from a single menu.

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Hot pot restaurant

Bright, clean space offers a customizable mini hot pot with dozens of ingredients and broth choices. Large buffet features vegetables, tofu, and quail eggs for self-selection. Warm, welcoming atmosphere suits families and solo diners, with pricing based on bowl weight for an affordable, filling meal.

A large buffet offers vegetables, tofu, meat, noodles, and items like quail eggs and seaweed. Customers fill their own bowls from dozens of ingredients and choose from 4 to 5 soup bases for a small hot pot. A station lets you make your own dipping sauce before the soup arrives.

People are saying

"I loved building my own Chinese food hot pot with fresh ingredients."

"I chose the bone broth and was really happy with its rich, savory flavor."

"I loved customizing my own hot pot soup from the buffet."

Good to know

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Customers pay $15.99 per pound for their hot pot ingredients.

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You choose your broth at the counter from three options: original, bone broth, or tomato.

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Parking is mostly paid, but there's a free lot across the street near Target.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant shines with fresh seafood and a free snack bar offering diverse bites. Spacious interior suits groups, blending sailor and Chinese decor despite some wear. Buffet features varied dishes like braised foods and mung bean soup, with special samples during promotions.

A free buffet offers a variety of foods like snacks, braised dishes, cold dishes, mung bean soups, ice jelly, and salads. During promotions, the buffet includes samples of duck, desserts, and salads.

People are saying

"The garlic butter seafood combo was delicious with crab and shrimp."

"They offer free desserts like red bean and taro soup."

"You get a free buffet with over 20 side dishes."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a free buffet of samples during promotional periods.

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Parking is free at the back of the restaurant with plenty of spots available.

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Seniors aged 80+ can eat free up to $30, which is a nice perk.

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Mongolian barbecue restaurant

Cozy space with Mongolian-inspired décor offers a peaceful vibe. Large stone grill with two cooks creates an engaging scene. Buffet has a build-your-own bowl bar with fresh ingredients and no cross contamination.

Buffet features a clean, well maintained area with no food cross contamination. A build-your-own bowl bar lets you pick ingredients that get cooked fresh, all you can eat at an affordable price.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh and plentiful."

"I loved the all-you-can-eat option; it was a great deal."

"I loved the all-you-can-eat option and the affordable prices."

Good to know

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The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.

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Parking is available on both sides of the building.

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The price is 60 cents per ounce for the buffet.

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Indian grocery store

Indian grocery store shines with affordable spices and fresh groceries. Buffet serves hearty vegetarian dishes like chaat and garlic naan with fast service. Atmosphere is simple, enhanced by cultural music that adds charm.

Buffet offers daily changing options with a variety of hearty, richly spiced vegetarian dishes. Portions come huge and include choices like chaat, garlic naan, and Spring Dosi with fast service.

People are saying

"I loved the vegetarian Indian dinners and vegan mango lassi."

"I found this grocery store to have a great selection of Indian essentials."

"I loved the buffet's variety and authentic Indian dishes."

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Most items do not have prices or signs indicating prices.

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The grocery store is well stocked with Indian foods and spices.

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The restaurant offers a completely vegetarian and vegan menu.

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Spectacular old-style faculty club offers an exclusive, elegant atmosphere with antique decor and historic paintings. Buffet features a wide variety including prime rib and crab legs, delivering excellent food at a reasonable price. Venue blends timeless beauty with a lively, charming vibe.

Offers a wide variety of choices including prime rib, crab legs, and carved meats. The buffet provides excellent food at a reasonable price with many options to choose from.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing and delicious."

"The buffet had many choices, including prime rib and crab legs."

"The lunch buffet here has excellent food at a reasonable price."

Good to know

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The Athenaeum is membership only; guests must be accompanied by a member.

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Parking costs $18, which is typical for the area.

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The Athenaeum is conveniently located on the CalTech Campus.

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Mexican restaurant offers a Sunday buffet with authentic dishes like mole and enchiladas. Colorful decor and a lively mariachi band create a vibrant atmosphere. Separate restaurant and cantina spaces provide both dining and social experiences.

Sunday buffet offers a wide assortment of Mexican dishes like menudo, pozole, fresh chicharrones, handmade tortillas, mole, enchiladas, and chiles rellenos. The spread stands out for its variety and authenticity.

People are saying

"The tacos here are fresh, flavorful, and satisfying."

"The staff here is so friendly and attentive, making our Salsa night feel homey."

"I loved the Sunday buffet with its huge selection."

Good to know

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The restaurant has a $30 minimum payment per person.

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Parking can be challenging during busy periods, especially for larger vehicles.

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Happy hour offers discounted drinks and appetizers from 4-6pm on weekdays.

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Pizza restaurant

Pizza spot shines with all-you-can-eat buffet featuring diverse pizzas and a well-stocked salad bar. Family-friendly vibe thrives with video games and big TVs. Affordable weekday lunch buffet includes unique Horchata soda and dessert pizza.

All-you-can-eat buffet offers variety of pizzas, a salad bar, potato wedges, and a dessert pizza like a cinnamon roll. It includes fountain drinks with standout Horchata soda and runs weekdays from 11am to 2pm for about $15.

People are saying

"The pizza here has great quality ingredients."

"The lunch buffet includes a sensational salad bar deal."

"Miles made the buffet experience so personal and fresh."

Good to know

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The buffet deal offers unlimited pizza, sides, salad bar, and a drink for $14.99 from 11am to 2pm, Monday to Friday.

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Expect a 25-30 minute wait time during peak hours.

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The restaurant is clean and well-maintained.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious Mexican restaurant shines with a Sunday brunch buffet featuring green and red enchiladas and barbacoa. Enjoy a well-stocked bar serving quality cocktails while live music adds a lively atmosphere. Outdoor patio offers a comfortable al fresco dining experience.

Sunday brunch buffet offers green and red enchiladas, barbacoa, and Chile rellenos among many food and drink options. The breakfast buffet rotates flavors and covers a wide range of dishes.

People are saying

"The Mexican food's depth of flavor, especially the chilaquiles, was amazing."

"The salsa here has a slow burn that builds beautifully."

"The Sunday brunch buffet had so many options, I was blown away."

Good to know

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Happy hour offers half-price margaritas and drink specials on weekdays.

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Sunday brunch features a special menu with unique dishes.

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Parking can be challenging; arrive early to secure a spot.

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Enjoy an interactive hotpot with A5 Wagyu and diverse Asian broths in a modern, stylish space. Buffet features wide variety of wagyu cuts, seafood, and vegetables. Lively atmosphere includes unique Sukiyaki ceremony performances.

Buffet offers a wide variety of options including multiple Japanese wagyu cuts, seafood, vegetables, and sides. Space feels accommodating with music at a comfortable level and enough room to move around even when crowded.

People are saying

"The Wagyu service from Kit and Eric was attentive and knowledgeable."

"The Wagyu steak here is unforgettable and melts in your mouth."

"The buffet's A5 chunk rib eye was only reasonably tender."

Good to know

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Joining the waitlist helps avoid long lines and wait times.

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Parking costs around $6 to $7 at Paseo for convenience.

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Arrive early or get on the waitlist to avoid long waits, especially on weekends.

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Korean barbecue restaurant

Korean barbecue offers table cookers for a warm, smoky vibe with dim lighting and soft music. Enjoy all you can eat options that let you sample many tasty dishes. TVs show live sports, making it a family-friendly spot with indoor and outdoor seating.

All you can eat options cater to larger appetites. Sampling multiple dishes reveals a variety of flavors, each one better than the last.

People are saying

"The Korean BBQ here is delicious, especially the brisket and galbi."

"The Korean food here is great; the staff is super attentive."

"I loved the all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue with great banchan."

Good to know

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The dinner price is $38.99 per person for all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue.

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There is a small parking lot behind the restaurant, plus street parking available.

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There is no wait line even on a Saturday night, but the place can get busy.

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Mexican restaurant

Spanish-style building blends modern renovations with lively and calm dining areas. Buffet offers fresh Mexican dishes like enchiladas and ceviche. Brunch shines with unlimited mimosas and live mariachi music, making it festive and fun.

Mexican dishes come out well-cooked and fresh in the buffet. The Sunday brunch buffet spreads across multiple rooms with plentiful options like enchiladas, ceviche, rice, beans, and desserts.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was delicious and flavorful."

"The brunch staff, especially Serena, was so attentive and friendly."

"The breakfast buffet choices were excellent and delicious."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs daily from 3pm to 9pm in the cantina and bar area.

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Karaoke night happens every Friday from 5pm to 11pm.

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The price for brunch is $24 per person, which is considered a bargain.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese BBQ offers interactive in-table roasters and premium meats that grill tender and fragrant. Buffet is pricey at over 180 yuan for two, with all-you-can-eat style similar to Korean BBQ. Atmosphere stays relaxed and pleasant, great for groups and date nights.

Buffet pricing runs over 180 yuan for two people, including tip, making it pricey. The all you can eat BBQ closely resembles Korean BBQ, but everyone in the group must order the same buffet option.

People are saying

"The Japanese BBQ here has high-quality, tender, and juicy grilled meat."

"It's a great spot for date nights; my girlfriend loved it."

"The all-you-can-eat options here offer a great variety of choices."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended to avoid long wait times.

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Lunch service stops at 5 PM, so plan accordingly.

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The all-you-can-eat option is available for $50 per person.

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