That is a large sushi selection. Most buffets just have a small corner for sushi, and many use to play it safe with stuff like smoked salmon. Its been years even before COVID since i last went to a buffet, so i don't know how much has changed. I saw the signs for this spot a couple months ago, and I definitely have to try them. There are a few standout items i just haven't seen in a chinese buffet.
We went this past week, the staff were great really nice the food selection was ok but to me this was a one and done, I was sick to my stomach a cpl hrs after being here, as well as the food had some weird after taste. I really hope it gets better cause I like the area as well as the staff were amazing.
@ it was fantastic! We had unlimited oysters and lobsters. There were so many seafood options and all the food was so fresh. It was amazing!!! Also I got free meal because of my birthday. The staff were also very friendly and the seating areas is very spacious! I enjoyed this buffet better than (dragon legend or dragon pearl) this is hands down my fav buffet spot
From the video, food look low end quality. $50 on Friday, hmmm It's not a good impression to start a Buffet Restaurant. Especially on soft opening. Reviews online were as low as 2 stars. Yikes!
not too much food at some stations - had to wait a bit for some items - good sushi section though - but lots of other inconsistencies which may need improvement
Agree,it looks like they have poor preparation for this new buffet, plus they ask people to share table when small tables are filled up,which is kind of stupid in my book,no one like to share table
Thanks for the review. I’m about 15 min away. Might have to try it. Is there a time limit and do you know when they will stop the 20% soft opening discount?
Discount is for month of September, I strongly recommend you to go after the discount is over,just paid little extra, sure is less crowd,food is better,and faster refill
Went there today at around 1:30 and the line-up was crazy, more than 100 people before us! @Brian: Did you go there for lunch or dinner because I didn't see most of what you had?
i went for dinner - i didnt get to try a lot of items due to the lack of food when i went around - had to wait for some items to be refilled - and i noticed a discrepancy of items being served on the carving station from day 1-3 based on friends reviews
@@torontofood I just made a round of looking inside without actually sitting down as the wait was too much was me. Dinner is quite pricey so I probably would go back next week for lunch when the craze tapers off a bit. That said, I went in and made a round of looking around and, like you, found their selection very limited and also didn't find their food too appealing. To be honest, before the pandemic, there was a Scarborough Super Buffet for about $12.95 for lunch on Markham Road near Ellesmere that I loved visiting. Their selection was even more appealing than what I saw there at this new joint.
@@ritapang8963 If the wait isn't like this next week, I would probably give it a try since they have 20% discount at this moment. Also, if you are a senior, their definition is over 60 years old while most other establishments define senior as 65+
Give it time to improve, not really fair to compare with buffet that had been opened for a while,sure every new buffet had make mistakes in the beginning
Did you see in the beginning of the video. That guy plating his ice cream then putting it back in. Disgusting. Would never eat there. Some people have no manners.
thanks for the sub! preferred over Mandarin due to the crab/peking duck being offered but i think logistically dragon pearl/legend better at the moment - the peking duck wrap at asian dragon better imo - i would probably try again in 2-3 months after they have figured out line, food placement/process
@@torontofood Think they should pull out more small tables, sharing table is a bad concept, it definitely stop me from going, I am not picky, but I enjoy my privacy while eating out, sharing table is like eating in a food court,
@@glennauyoung5180 yea I noticed that too - I was originally going with one friend and then when I saw the reviews about it I gathered more people to join
@@torontofood yeah I noticed in your video that they have a lot of empty space. Usually Chinese restaurants would want to pack a lot of tables and not waste a lot of space. While i like the roominess but if it's at the expense of having less smaller tables and having to share tables with strangers, i would rather they add more tables. In another video, there was mention of round tables which is not common with buffets? Their explanation (assuming the person who filmed that video spoke with the owner) was that the the restaurant plans to have the option of hosting events so it would better to have round tables and a stage. If that's the case, I think this restaurant is planning WAY ahead and totally insignificant to them at this time. They should tackle the problems they have right now which is to have more tables (especially smaller tables for small parties) and their food refill speed.
They force customers share the big tables with the strangers. They never think about the customers will have a fight for misunderstand or pick the wrong glass cup to drink. There are full of knieves and forks as weapons.
It is giving a choice before you enter, if you don't want to share table with someone, you wait in line,otherwise you go in right away,they don't force you,it is up to you
@@mangomini1587you guys act like you never had to eat, socialize, be with ppl in a public matter lmao. All these years eating in a same table with random classmates, co workers ect have I ever seen a person just randomly pick up my spoon lmao
20% Discount draw too many customers, new restaurant cannot handle it ,better to go after the discount is over in a few weeks ,for sure much less traffic, refill will be faster,hopefully get rid of share table policy,is so stupid
Hey i saw you there last night. THIS IS SUCH A HORRIBLE RESTAURANT. the bbq section is nearly empty because the staff is playing slow motion of grilling your food. Food quality is BAD quality and ice cream melted but no one cares. The food wasn't special at all unless you are going for crab legs. If they don't have 20% off I don't recommend anyone to go there, you will waste your money. Lining up for Peking duck was a waste of time.😢 I also heard a lot of customer are complaining of how bad the food quality and very few of choice. So not worth of a try.
lol, its a waste of money to eat out to begin with, you will never eat your money's worth. If you want to not waste money, go to the grocery store and cook the food yourself.
Never said I want to eat my money's worth but if you like to eat melted ice cream that is your problem. I am talking about their quality of food , so please get your fact straight.
It’s a soft opening, give them a bit sheesh 🙄 Besides, no one goes to a buffet hoping to see Gordon Ramsey behind the grill. You stuff you face till your gut is about to explode then go home and sleep it off 😂
Ummm do you know how to read? I was complaining about food quality and service, never said a word about stuffing yourself. Please don't comment if your CAN'T READ, thank you.
pleasure seeing you the other night - i found a few dishes to be off - the ones i liked were the peking duck wrap, ribs, hamachi, lamb skewers - other dishes i either didnt eat due to it not being refilled or the lack lack of quality when i saw it - but as most businesses they should fix up their logistics for processing food and line management - ill probably try again in 2-3 months after they've sorted things out - will give final verdict after second attempt
@@torontofood The food was awful. I agree with this video about the sushi. Delicious, but everything else was just a complete waste of money. Dragon Pearl has better Duck and better food all around. I am never returning to this restaurant ever again!!
The food seemed sparse, lots of empty serving plates, maybe too late in the day? For the same money I think Dragon Legend in Markham looks a lot better.
i came around 620 - got seated around 715? - los of items were there when we were walking in - by the time we went - lots of items went fast - also had to control the crab and sashimi portions -
Are you trolling probably? You know the short form spelling of Scarborough. Tu viens de Québec? For other visitors, Scarborough is the east part of Toronto, a little bit east of Highway 404 (east of Victoria Park Avenue to be exact). It is a very large area that goes from south to Lake Ontario to Steeles Avenue to the north. This restaurant is on the north side.
Wait after the discount is over,like in October, it will be less traffic, for sure is much better,hopefully they learn their mistakes and improve on it
Very bad camera and giving details. Your demonstration about this restaurant is worst and it helps us not to go to this restaurant. Anyhow, thanks for your time and your performance made my decision, not to go there.
I will give it a try. I hope they will have BBQ duck and BBQ pork the day I visit. Wondering where I'll be seated? I eat solo.
I will go and give it a try. I like to support small businesses when I can.
hopefully they fix up the logistics of the layout when you go
I suggest go after the discount is over,still big line up now,refill is slow,should be better next month
That is a large sushi selection. Most buffets just have a small corner for sushi, and many use to play it safe with stuff like smoked salmon. Its been years even before COVID since i last went to a buffet, so i don't know how much has changed.
I saw the signs for this spot a couple months ago, and I definitely have to try them. There are a few standout items i just haven't seen in a chinese buffet.
yes the sushi section was pretty decent - different options being offered - hard working staff at that section
We went this past week, the staff were great really nice the food selection was ok but to me this was a one and done, I was sick to my stomach a cpl hrs after being here, as well as the food had some weird after taste. I really hope it gets better cause I like the area as well as the staff were amazing.
Thanks for the video.
thank you
ugh was looking forward to trying this AYCE resto but not at those prices!!
I’m so excited I’m going tonight with my family for my birthday!!
How was it?
@ it was fantastic! We had unlimited oysters and lobsters. There were so many seafood options and all the food was so fresh. It was amazing!!! Also I got free meal because of my birthday. The staff were also very friendly and the seating areas is very spacious! I enjoyed this buffet better than (dragon legend or dragon pearl) this is hands down my fav buffet spot
From the video, food look low end quality. $50 on Friday, hmmm
It's not a good impression to start a Buffet Restaurant. Especially on soft opening.
Reviews online were as low as 2 stars. Yikes!
not too much food at some stations - had to wait a bit for some items - good sushi section though - but lots of other inconsistencies which may need improvement
Agree,it looks like they have poor preparation for this new buffet, plus they ask people to share table when small tables are filled up,which is kind of stupid in my book,no one like to share table
Hello can you attempt a chinese restaurant in Douglas, Ga.
Thanks for the review. I’m about 15 min away. Might have to try it. Is there a time limit and do you know when they will stop the 20% soft opening discount?
What if am already senior can I still get the 20% off ?
Discount is for month of September, I strongly recommend you to go after the discount is over,just paid little extra, sure is less crowd,food is better,and faster refill
i like your videos, keep it up
@@peterpan69 thank you for the support and appreciate message 🙏🙏🙏
Great channel just found out about this place gonna go check it out this weekend with the fam .
may i ask what camera you are using? thank u
currently i use the DJI pocket 3 - thank you
@@torontofood TY. I was curious too. Excellent clarity.
It was really nice when we were there. I gave them 4/5 stars
Went there today at around 1:30 and the line-up was crazy, more than 100 people before us! @Brian: Did you go there for lunch or dinner because I didn't see most of what you had?
i went for dinner - i didnt get to try a lot of items due to the lack of food when i went around - had to wait for some items to be refilled - and i noticed a discrepancy of items being served on the carving station from day 1-3 based on friends reviews
@@torontofood I just made a round of looking inside without actually sitting down as the wait was too much was me. Dinner is quite pricey so I probably would go back next week for lunch when the craze tapers off a bit. That said, I went in and made a round of looking around and, like you, found their selection very limited and also didn't find their food too appealing. To be honest, before the pandemic, there was a Scarborough Super Buffet for about $12.95 for lunch on Markham Road near Ellesmere that I loved visiting. Their selection was even more appealing than what I saw there at this new joint.
@@willwong1234thank you for sharing this information, then font bother to go there.
@@ritapang8963 If the wait isn't like this next week, I would probably give it a try since they have 20% discount at this moment. Also, if you are a senior, their definition is over 60 years old while most other establishments define senior as 65+
@@willwong1234 That buffet place was from long ago. That whole plaza is shut down. They're going to build condos in its place, I think.
Dragon Peral Buffet is way nicer inside and better food.
at this time yes
Give it time to improve, not really fair to compare with buffet that had been opened for a while,sure every new buffet had make mistakes in the beginning
Worst buffet, never heard of sharing table in buffet,is a stupid idea
They’re also more expensive
Did you see in the beginning of the video. That guy plating his ice cream then putting it back in. Disgusting. Would never eat there. Some people have no manners.
i was informed of this - glad that when it was my turn for dessert they didnt have much left and the ice cream was melting
Mainland Chinese people...
Another great video! Need to go check them out!
Thank you! Let me know what you think of it
Great video man! Just subbed.
I ask this with everyone who reviewed this place: how's it compared to Mandarin or Dragon Pearl/Legend?
thanks for the sub! preferred over Mandarin due to the crab/peking duck being offered but i think logistically dragon pearl/legend better at the moment - the peking duck wrap at asian dragon better imo - i would probably try again in 2-3 months after they have figured out line, food placement/process
@@torontofood Think they should pull out more small tables, sharing table is a bad concept, it definitely stop me from going, I am not picky, but I enjoy my privacy while eating out, sharing table is like eating in a food court,
@@glennauyoung5180 yea I noticed that too - I was originally going with one friend and then when I saw the reviews about it I gathered more people to join
@@torontofood yeah I noticed in your video that they have a lot of empty space. Usually Chinese restaurants would want to pack a lot of tables and not waste a lot of space. While i like the roominess but if it's at the expense of having less smaller tables and having to share tables with strangers, i would rather they add more tables.
In another video, there was mention of round tables which is not common with buffets? Their explanation (assuming the person who filmed that video spoke with the owner) was that the the restaurant plans to have the option of hosting events so it would better to have round tables and a stage. If that's the case, I think this restaurant is planning WAY ahead and totally insignificant to them at this time. They should tackle the problems they have right now which is to have more tables (especially smaller tables for small parties) and their food refill speed.
@@ch1kusoo I totally agree, my thoughts is the same
i was looking to eat there today, but the huge line up put me off.
I will go to try after the discount is over,not worth going now with the huge line up to save a few dollars
yeah we waited about 45 min? even went earlier to get in line before prime time
I suggest to go after the discount is over,it will be much better for sure,
They force customers share the big tables with the strangers. They never think about the customers will have a fight for misunderstand or pick the wrong glass cup to drink. There are full of knieves and forks as weapons.
It is giving a choice before you enter, if you don't want to share table with someone, you wait in line,otherwise you go in right away,they don't force you,it is up to you
Sounds like there is something wrong with the customers. Wrong glass is 1 thing but why would they have misunderstanding
Youre mentally ill if you feel the need to fight with knives over trivial matters.....
@LL-si9cl I doubt he meant literally fight. He most likely meant they might confuse utensils and drinks. It's just unsanitary, unhygienic
@@mangomini1587you guys act like you never had to eat, socialize, be with ppl in a public matter lmao. All these years eating in a same table with random classmates, co workers ect have I ever seen a person just randomly pick up my spoon lmao
Way to much space, and they can easily add one more food table but I will try for sure
definitely agree - need to refill faster or add more
@@torontofood have you tried the Dragon Pearl yet on Donmills
The place needs to replenish the items faster... some items go so fast and the next person got scraps!
i agree - had to wait a couple times for some items as well - also no dessert
20% Discount draw too many customers, new restaurant cannot handle it ,better to go after the discount is over in a few weeks ,for sure much less traffic, refill will be faster,hopefully get rid of share table policy,is so stupid
Damn bro you already visited!!! Thanks for the video 😂😂😂 you commented on the ec easy video saying youd go this weekend
i keep to my word - especially with food 😂
Thanks so much for sharing. Not going to even bother with that place. I'd rather go to the Mandarin, personally.
id probably say dragon legend/pearl better than Mandarin
Mandarin used to be my go to when they had all you can eat crab legs
whats the price
Are you deaf, he said it in the video.
There is a price list in the beginning of the video (0:32).
Adult Lunch 25$-$30
Adult Dinner $45-$50
rates as of todays date..
This is no Dragon Pearl and that's saying something.
Hey i saw you there last night. THIS IS SUCH A HORRIBLE RESTAURANT. the bbq section is nearly empty because the staff is playing slow motion of grilling your food. Food quality is BAD quality and ice cream melted but no one cares. The food wasn't special at all unless you are going for crab legs. If they don't have 20% off I don't recommend anyone to go there, you will waste your money. Lining up for Peking duck was a waste of time.😢 I also heard a lot of customer are complaining of how bad the food quality and very few of choice. So not worth of a try.
lol, its a waste of money to eat out to begin with, you will never eat your money's worth. If you want to not waste money, go to the grocery store and cook the food yourself.
Never said I want to eat my money's worth but if you like to eat melted ice cream that is your problem. I am talking about their quality of food , so please get your fact straight.
It’s a soft opening, give them a bit sheesh 🙄 Besides, no one goes to a buffet hoping to see Gordon Ramsey behind the grill. You stuff you face till your gut is about to explode then go home and sleep it off 😂
Ummm do you know how to read? I was complaining about food quality and service, never said a word about stuffing yourself. Please don't comment if your CAN'T READ, thank you.
pleasure seeing you the other night - i found a few dishes to be off - the ones i liked were the peking duck wrap, ribs, hamachi, lamb skewers - other dishes i either didnt eat due to it not being refilled or the lack lack of quality when i saw it - but as most businesses they should fix up their logistics for processing food and line management - ill probably try again in 2-3 months after they've sorted things out - will give final verdict after second attempt
Croissants and cookies !! lmaoooo !!! where’s the food ????
loool only if you could know what i was thinking in my head
I dont see this lasting too long.
will see after a few months - logistics for a new business takes some time
@@torontofood The food was awful. I agree with this video about the sushi. Delicious, but everything else was just a complete waste of money. Dragon Pearl has better Duck and better food all around. I am never returning to this restaurant ever again!!
I hope they put something over the desserts, they are just very exposed compared to some of the other food 😅
i agree- some guards would be better for everyone
Terrible food layout, no flow. Then someone sneezed into the side dishes - yikes!
i think they also need to figure out the logistics of where to food processing and layout -will try again in 2-3 months
Wow thx😮
You're welcome 😊
Thanks you for video will go try iit out . btw the guy at ice cream minute 1:40 so disguesting :(
@@micku9954 yeah I saw it after on replay - can’t believe that happened - good thing I didn’t get dessert
@@torontofood some people just too selfish
Thanks for letting me film you 😅 Need more practice to focus on you lol
appreciate the support and help as always!! thank you
First impression of the way the food is presented … NOT GOOD too exposed and not covered !!! 03:16 someone sneezed 😱 YIKES 😱😂
NOT A GOOD PLACE THEY SAY. THE BUFFET AREA OF FOOF IS MESSY. VERY FEW DESERTS.
similar experience when i went - not too much in bbq or desserts
Agree, is still the same ,no improvement, they took out the sign for pricing ,look like they cannot handle the madness
AaaaaAaaAahhhChhoooo. Sneeze guards. 😮
lol
3:15 - Full throttle on that A-wha-hoo!!!
I'd avoid that area for at least 15 minutes.
很多差不多空的
@@kamho2589 that’s what I was noticing too - I think slow to refill - but still soft opening - they still working on logistics
$45-$50 you better eat a lot to get the value.. but if the food is not good,it’s not worth going at any price ..btw I don’t like the cafeteria look..
Is like eating in a food court,they ask people to share big tables, very low class idea
You do so fast my friend
sometimes good sometimes bad
The Mandarin is better and a lot cheaper than that.
The food seemed sparse, lots of empty serving plates, maybe too late in the day? For the same money I think Dragon Legend in Markham looks a lot better.
i came around 620 - got seated around 715? - los of items were there when we were walking in - by the time we went - lots of items went fast - also had to control the crab and sashimi portions -
I don’t think it a good place to go for buffet with your review
i think they need to fix up some of their logistics with food etc - probably come back again in 2-3 months for me
Ummmm, where the heck is Scarboro?
Are you trolling probably? You know the short form spelling of Scarborough. Tu viens de Québec?
For other visitors, Scarborough is the east part of Toronto, a little bit east of Highway 404 (east of Victoria Park Avenue to be exact). It is a very large area that goes from south to Lake Ontario to Steeles Avenue to the north. This restaurant is on the north side.
All I saw from this video is EMPTY PLATES all over. I don’t want to go there.
had to wait for a few items because of refilling time
Wait after the discount is over,like in October, it will be less traffic, for sure is much better,hopefully they learn their mistakes and improve on it
Don’t eat there it’s discusting and you don’t know what they are giving you 🤮
A Big Pass. Manderin 🎉
Dragon Pearl good too
Kub Lake
presentation and food looks kinda poor compared to even Mandarin
Reddit reviews say it's terrible for the most part. Poor quality and dirty.
Empty
This looks pretty flop
Very bad camera and giving details. Your demonstration about this restaurant is worst and it helps us not to go to this restaurant. Anyhow, thanks for your time and your performance made my decision, not to go there.
thanks for the feedback - hope to improve on my camera and editing skills
This is not new - this has been around for ever.
Really? would have not guessed with the soft opening special
They’ve been building it forever, I live next to it. I’m actually surprised it’s open now 😅
3:16 is why I don’t go to buffets anymore.
Empty is what see in your video….."
@@eddievang9700 same as what I got on my plate 😂