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Bubble tea and buffet

A buffet that treats bubble tea as a fresh beverage option instead of a pre-made afterthought sitting in a dispenser.

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Hot pot restaurant

Hot pot restaurant offers an elegant decor that recalls Chinese antiquity with a cozy, chill atmosphere suited for families and friends. An open sauce bar and appetizer buffet invite customization and casual dining. The space stays clean and spacious, providing a comfortable setting even when not crowded.

Brown sugar and jasmine milk bubble teas stand out with rich flavors and smooth textures. Bubble tea here offers a surprisingly good taste that adds to the overall enjoyment.

Open buffet area offers dipping sauces, salsas, and various sides for self-service. A free hotpot sauce bar complements a buffet of appetizers with fresh cucumbers and mushrooms.

People are saying

"The food here is so fresh and good quality."

"The hotpot buffet has so many broth and ingredient options."

"I found the brown sugar bubble tea very delicious."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended as the restaurant can get packed.

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Expect shorter wait times during weekdays compared to weekends.

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The restaurant offers a vegetarian soup base and various meat options.

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Buffet restaurant

Buffet restaurant features elegant Asian-inspired decor with rich purple tones and gracious seating arrangements. Atmosphere feels warm and welcoming with great music enhancing a family-friendly vibe. Guests observe sushi-making at the bar while enjoying a clean, organized space.

Boba tea appears alongside a sushi station and a salad bar. It sits with various desserts as part of the food selection.

A big, well-stocked seafood buffet offers a wide variety of high-quality dishes. Service comes with a smile, making the all-you-can-eat experience enjoyable and sophisticated.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was great."

"I found the buffet to be nice."

"The bubble tea here is hot and delicious."

Good to know

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Lobsters are served in limited quantities, about 7 to 10 every 30 to 45 minutes.

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Expect a price of around $40 for dinner, which includes various seafood options.

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Lunch prices are $24, but may not offer good value compared to dinner.

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Self-service restaurant combines hot pot, sushi bar, and bubble tea fridge in a bright, clean space. Atmosphere feels lively and elegant with organized buffet areas and LED lighting. Small but well-decorated, it offers a unique dining experience with a wide selection of seafood and ramen options.

Unlimited bubble tea comes with the meal, featuring a variety of flavors. Some options lean a bit sweet, but the selection includes popular Asian drinks like Wong Lo Gut.

Offers an all-you-can-eat buffet with a wide variety of dishes including sushi, sashimi, seafood, and meat. Features fresh ingredients and highlights like abalone and Buddha jump of the wall soup with attentive service.

People are saying

"I thought the food here was excellent and fresh."

"I loved the buffet's wide variety of sushi and hot pot options."

"I loved that they had unlimited bubble tea."

Good to know

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The restaurant offers a promotion for a free lobster when sharing on social media.

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Expect a wide variety of sushi and sashimi options available.

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The buffet features an enormous selection of food items.

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Chong Qing Wharf Hot Pot & LAANKEE LEMON TEA山城码头火锅&澜记港式茶饮 image 1

Spacious hot pot restaurant with modern decor and an impressive ceiling creates an inviting atmosphere. Guests engage in an interactive dining experience by cooking their own food at the table. A make your own sauce bar and unlimited drinks fridge add variety and convenience to the meal.

Free bubble tea is available, especially when paying cash. A wide variety of drinks includes milk tea and boba tea. Plans exist to open a LaanKee bubble tea shop inside the store.

Unlimited drinks include soy milk, herbal tea, and durian dessert. Many varieties of ingredients make it a standout hot pot buffet.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, fresh, and high quality."

"I've always liked and trusted this place's buffet."

"The Bubble Tea service is attentive and quick."

Good to know

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Come before 5 pm for quicker service; otherwise, expect to wait.

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The restaurant has only about 6 parking spots in their lot.

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They don’t take reservations, so join the waitlist online before you go.

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Spacious restaurant with modern decor and colorful umbrellas hanging from the ceiling creates a bright, clean atmosphere. Energy feels calm and pleasing, though seating encourages quick turnover. Features include all-you-can-drink bubble tea, a sushi and sashimi bar, and a hot pot setup at each table.

Self-serve fridge offers bubble tea flavors like taro milk tea, mango milk tea, and Thai milk tea. Free bubble tea and desserts are available, with the boba tea consistently tasting great.

Seafood and sushi offer an excellent selection with an endless variety including snow crab. The buffet serves fresh and flavorful dishes at a fixed price for all-you-can-eat.

People are saying

"I found the food to be delicious and fresh."

"I found this buffet to be the best buffet and hotpot in the area."

"I loved the unlimited bubble tea, especially the watermelon flavor."

Good to know

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There is a 2 hour limit for dining.

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Dinner is priced at $38.99 per person.

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Expect a line during weekends.

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Chinese restaurant

Medium-sized space offers a quiet, relaxing atmosphere with dim lighting and a family vibe. Music includes songs in both English and Chinese, adding to the ambiance. Buffet features a varied selection with notable seafood and ribs.

Brown sugar boba tea stands out for its rich flavor. Drinks taste fresh and are ordered daily by many.

The buffet offers a great selection with extensive options including sushi rolls. It costs 19.50 and is considered cheap for lunch, but caution is needed for those with shellfish allergies.

People are saying

"I thought the buffet food was fantastic and tasty."

"The Japanese Food here has such extensive options, I loved it."

"The bubble tea here is really good and fresh."

Good to know

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The all-you-can-eat buffet costs $19.50, which is a great deal.

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The lunch buffet is priced at $12 for unlimited food.

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There is a risk of cross-contamination between seafood and meat dishes.

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Open kitchen with live grilling stations offers fresh seafood preparation. Seating is tight and close, creating a lively and casual dining atmosphere. Decor blends outdated elements with some attractive features like chandeliers and a sushi bar.

House-made drinks like milk tea come served in a bubble tea cup. The menu includes bubble tea alongside Korean BBQ options.

Offers a high quality buffet with a wide variety of fresh seafood including all-you-can-eat snow crab legs and lobster. Features unique items like snails and frog legs alongside sushi and sashimi.

People are saying

"I thought the food was delicious and worth every penny."

"The seafood buffet is overflowing with fresh lobster and sushi."

"They offer house-made bubble tea, which I appreciated."

Good to know

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The buffet costs $39.99 per person.

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There is a 2-hour dining window.

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A temperature check is required to gain entry.

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