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Valley - Gourmet City Seafood Buffet restaurant
6.3

Gourmet City Seafood Buffet

  • Valley
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Disappointingly flavorless feast

The Korean Barbeque is a true stand-out with its succulent assortment of meats. The Dungeness crab and Crawfish are also applauded for their freshness and generous portions - a seafood lover's paradise. However, not all is well in this sea of diversity. Praises for its vast and eclectic menu are promptly dampened by the mediocre taste and questionable freshness of certain dishes.

  • Great Variety

    Diverse and extensive selections cater to all palates impressively.

  • Okay Taste

    Mixed experiences with both positive and negative aspects.

  • Quality

    Mentions of stale, soggy, and lukewarm items indicate issues with food freshness.

Top 3 dishes at Gourmet City Seafood Buffet

  1. 1

    Dungeness Crab 🏆

    Crab legs: big, juicy, plentiful, frequently refilled, and highly recommended.

    Dungeness Crab dish
  2. 2

    Korean BBQ

    Meat tasted amazing, with options like galbi, steak, and pork belly.

    Korean BBQ dish
  3. 3

    Grilled Steaks

    Delicious, flavorful steaks impressed with their tastiness and abundance.

    Grilled Steaks dish

Vibe: Trendy spot, lacks buzz

Its stylish decor and modern vibe elevates the dining experience a notch up. Yet, Gourmet City doesn't cut it when it comes to the trendiness quotient. The view is of new and observant management keen on customer preferences.

  • Okay Aesthetic

    Spacious and clean, but ambience affected by temperature and lighting.

Perks: Deafening noise with handy parking

The stark contrast in the perks offered by Gourmet City Seafood Buffet is noteworthy. The ample, free parking and their extraordinary ability to accommodate large parties are true standouts. However, any attempt at conversation will be vanquished by the loud, intrusive music while the experience of flocking large groups may be marred by the lack of proper ventilation.

  • Great Service

    Staff consistently praised for attentiveness, speed, and friendly demeanor.

  • Outdoor

    Lack of proper ventilation made experience hot, muggy, and uncomfortable