Paradise Buffet — Restaurant in San Diego

For the price, food, facilities, and ambiance. Paradise Buffet is very reasonable. Yes some of the food could use some seasoning, but that is patrons choice. For example some like salty, spicy, bland food, it's your choice so for those that it's tasteless maybe you need to try some seasoning. They have a variety besides salt and pepper. I saw that they had an Asian blend called 5 spice which impressed me, I have not seen any buffets have it as an option. The Hibachi grill has a plethora of choices, from meats, vegetables, and seafood. I did not try the Hibachi on this trip. Instead went for my favorites Sushi and some of the hot dishes, and the clam chowder. The clam chowder very nice base, again needed more pepper for my taste but easily added to make it pleasing to my pallet. Had chunks of clams, potatoes cooked perfectly soft, good size of celery. The hot dishes: pot roast (juicy and tender), shrimp fried rice (shrimp done well, rice was not greasy, vegetables was not soggy), szechuan chicken and shrimp (chicken was not soggy, shrimp tender, and was not overly spicy just the right amount of heat. Swaii fish even though normally bland fish had a very good seasoning that did not over power the flavor of the fish. Mushrooms my favorite (did not disappoint, very well seasoned and brought out the taste of the mushrooms) The Sushi: again a great variety from California roll to onigiri. Dragon roll (tempura shrimp with fresh avocado layered on top), eel onigiri (smoked on top of sushi rice), rainbow roll (again avocado, samon, tempura shrimp), each piece of sushi tasted fresh and had that umami (delicious) flavor. Not over sauced and texture was not rubbery. There was one roll that the tempura was a little gummy but that will happen sometimes with the rice and tempura being together too long. Other than that very nice experience for a buffet. Other dishes (sorry did not picture): grilled chicken (tender and juicy), meat loaf (not overly sweet or drowned in ketchup, just the right amount of seasoning which made a very savory and moist slice), the mac and cheese was not my favorite (just did not have that cheesy taste even tried to season with pepper, unfortunately tasted bland without the right amount of cheese flavor). Desert: good variety even had fresh cotton candy. Strudel was not as crisp as I was expecting but the cakes were moist and not dry. Will have to try other deserts next time I go. Yes I am returning, staff was very friendly and attentive. Dishes did not pile up and cleanliness was being done by dinning staff. The cooks were also not to busy to smile and say hello. Do I and would I recommend, whole heartily Yes. Just one side note, bring some tips for the tipping jar not just for the dining staff, but also the cooks which have tip jars (not expected or mandatory, but definitely appreciated). Thank you Paradise Buffet for a great first...

Hello Paradise Buffet. This places reminds me of a old song that goes a little something like this…Have you ever went over a friend's house to eat And the food just ain't no good? I mean the macaroni's soggy, the peas are mushed, And the chicken tastes like wood So you try to play it off like you think you can By saying that you're full And then your friend says, "Mama, he's just being polite. He ain't finished, uh-uh, that's bull!" So your heart starts pumpin' and you think of a lie And you say that you already ate And your friend says, "Man, there's plenty of food." So he piles some more on your plate While the stinky food's steamin', your mind starts to dreamin' Of the moment it's time to leave And then you look at your plate and your chicken's slowly rottin' Into something that looks like cheese Oh so you say, "That's it, I gotta leave this place. I don't care what these people think. I'm just sittin' here makin' myself nauseous With this ugly food that stinks." So you bust out the door while it's still closed Still sick from the food you ate And then you run to the store for quick relief From a bottle of Kaopectate And then you call your friend two weeks later To see how he has been And he says, "I understand about the food, Baby Bubba, but we're still friends."

Let’s start by saying your over priced food. I had the roast beef. It was very greasy. The mashed potatoes were ok. The pizza tasted like cardboard. The cheese cake…tasted like car wash soap. I don’t mind paying for good food! I’m hoping I just went on a bad day or something. But I had the sushi and the rice was too wet. The fish was gummy and warm like it’s been sitting out too long. There was a lady there refilling the jello with her hands! She did have gloves on but she was also talking over the jello across the sneeze guard to a customer in front of me. Everything was over all a little bit too salty. The stir fry table in the middle is impressive and it was good. I should have asked the cook to use water instead of more soy sauce. The dish came back too salty. It would have been great if it wasn’t for the extra soy sauce. Orange chicken very good. Edamame very good Chicken wings good The salad bar was fine. The dessert bar was fine. But I’ve cream didn’t taste like ice cream. Bathrooms were very clean. Five star on the bathrooms. Costumer service was great. Just needs a little bit more TLC on...

I recently hit up Paradise Buffet and had a pretty awesome time. Walking in, I was greeted by a huge spread that had something for everyone. Whether you’re into Asian dishes, Italian pastas, fresh salads, or just want to pile your plate high with comfort food, this place has it all.

I went for a bit of everything to see what they were all about. The sushi station was fresh and the rolls looked almost too good to eat—but I couldn’t resist. The pasta bar was next level, with plenty of sauces and toppings to mix and match. I grabbed some lasagna and it was hearty and cheesy, just like I like it. The carving station had juicy roasted meats that were perfectly cooked, and the sides like mashed potatoes and veggies were spot on.

One thing I loved was how clean everything was. The buffet area was well-organized, making it easy to navigate and grab what you wanted without any hassle. Plus, the staff were super friendly and kept everything stocked up without me having to ask. It’s nice when the people working there actually seem to care about keeping things running smoothly.

The dessert section was a sweet ending to the meal. I indulged in some cheesecake and fruit salad, and both were delicious. It’s the perfect way to satisfy that sweet tooth without overdoing it.

Prices were reasonable too, especially considering the variety and quality of the food. It’s a great spot if you’re feeding a crowd or just want to try a bunch of different dishes without breaking the bank. I also noticed they had some live cooking stations, which added a fun element to the whole experience.

Overall, Paradise Buffet is a solid choice if you’re looking for a bit of everything and want a relaxed dining experience. I left feeling full and happy, already thinking about what I might try next time. If you’re in the area and looking for a place to chow down with plenty of options, give Paradise Buffet a go—you won’t be...