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Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

Restaurant Cafe Breakfast restaurant Meal takeaway Family restaurant American restaurant Steak house Banquet hall Buffet restaurant Down home cooking restaurant

One of the Most Revieweds in Bradenton


Address

5525 Cortez Rd W, Bradenton, FL 34210

Website

www.goldencorral.com

Contact

(941) 761-0872

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.10 (4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 9 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (24) great (11) friendly (7) Great (7) staff (7) kids (6) variety (6) water (6) time (6) Thanksgiving (6)
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  • 4/5 gerald I. 1 year ago on Google
    It's golden coral lol. It is what it is. I love it the most for breakfast. Need I really say more. Just make sure you don't have alot to do later that day if you catch my drift
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Celeste B. 1 year ago on Google
    Visited this location on Saturday, July 30th, 2022. Upon arriving and getting ready to pay for our meal, we told the Woman it was 2 adults, a 7 year old, and a 3 year old. It clearly states that kids 3 and under are free on their menu. Once we realized the math wasn't adding up, we asked why it was so much. The woman proceeds to tell us she charged us for 2 kids, instead of 1. I then ask her why we we're charged for 2 kids, when we initially told her their ages upfront. She then says "Really? He's actually 3? He's really tall for 3...". Never in my life have I been questioned on the age of my child, nor do I feel like it was acceptable in this circumstance. Yes, my son is tall for his age, and I do understand there are some who like to abuse the system, but my son is 100%, legitimately 3. I don't feel as a parent that I or any other parents for that matter should be treated or questioned the way we were at an establishment like this. I've emailed the corporate office about this situation as well, also stating I can send proof of my son's age. Have been to multiple Golden Corral locations, with no issues! Will not be returning to this one!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jimmy D. 1 year ago on Google
    Don't know why I keep trying this place. I have had great experiences years ago but not in the last few years. The dessert bar is horrible nothing like it used to be no carrot cake, cheesecake, variety of pies were down, no chocolate fountain, no cherry sauce. Even the ice cream machine was down. Sign says made fresh daily but watched a person pull what pie they did have out of boxes. The steak piece I got was 60 percent blubber . Some other food was good but from what they used to have to today there are a lot of things gone but the price is still up there. I had company with me and we will never be back. Very dissatisfied
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 darian 11 months ago on Google
    Honestly disappointed and feel sick. Everything was okay until we got our drinks. My water had a bug in it and I immediately lost my appetite. I told our waitress and got it replaced. My fiancé got a fruit punch and it had black floaters in it, ew. We stopped eating early because we both felt sick. We’ve been here several times before and it was great every time. But this visit ruined it, we feel sick to our stomach 🤢
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Lisa M. 9 months ago on Google
    The cashier, Angela, was very friendly. She smiled and greeted us with a warm friendly welcome as we entered. This location offers a senior discount. The buffet was large. Not all items were full and not all items were fresh. There was a big variety to choose from. The rolls were magnificent. There was a hand-written sign on the soft serve ice cream dispenser to indicate only one of the three handles were working. Brandon our server was polite. He took our drink order and we asked for lemon. He said we have lemon and told us where we could go get it ourselves. The empty chair next to me at the table had food debris on it. I wasn’t thrilled about that. The hostess and the manager thanked us for coming in as we departed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 J D. 6 months ago on Google
    It was typically what I expected it to be. I remember when I was younger how much higher their standards were but it is what it is. Service by the person which cleaned our table was fantastic but the fact that they closed an hour early and closed the register to get a tip for my "server" was unacceptable. Their hours were clearly posted online and in the window but they took the sign down and closed early which was understandable but unacceptable for sure unless they had a system where they could open my ticket and add a tip onto it!!! The food was extremely over cooked, mostly expected, and they had no urgency to clean up a water spill that had a huge puddle of water coming out to the carpet with no signs or anything! Not what it used to be but that's why I only go maybe once or twice a year now! Price goes up and quality goes down. Dirty spoons and sometimes the plates are wet and/or dirty. It could be extremely way better that is for sure! It's what you expect from them anymore though!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tracey C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience! Employees were friendly despite what they may be personally experiencing at home after hurricane Ian. The restaurant's interior didn't appear to have damage but an outside gutter was dislodged. Most of all, the food quality was good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melody R. 1 year ago on Google
    Everything you could EAT,. Sweet tea with a lemon aid. Food was great. Staff was very good, not to much, just enough. Wide rang of food. Salad is wings, fruit bar , and a chocolate fountain, Anything , ice cream & just about anything you're craving for. Lots of room, and a GREAT PLACE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY, AND FOOD/SOUP'S/ + they are having fun getting things they can enjoy.. GREAT PLACE TO HAVE THE BEST FAMILY NIGHT DINNER..l
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Julie D. 7 months ago on Google
    So I had to give a star🌟 to leave an review. This place is nothing it use to be. I recently had my grannies 1year anniversary here, because I was her favorite place to eat after church on Sunday. NEVER again will i eat here. the food was cold. The plates and silverware was dirty. Certain parts smelled like old dirty sewer water. My family nor I was satisfied with the food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael D. 9 months ago on Google
    Everything was really good except for the air conditioner wasn't working very well and it was pretty hot last Sunday around 4 pm!!!!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Melodie A. 2 years ago on Google
    Golden Corral is the only buffet in this area, other than Chinese food. It is a busy place, where everyone is welcome. The staff is friendly and will do their very best to accommodate you. The food is good and they have a large variety to choose from. Whatever your dietary needs, you should be able to find something to eat here. The food bars are kept clean and well stocked, don't know anywhere else you could go eat all the steak and shrimp you want for the price.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robin D. 6 months ago on Google
    Went for Thanksgiving with my parents and we had a great time 😁. Food was delicious and atmosphere was festive. Everybody was saying happy Thanksgiving to each other, whether they knew them or not. Really nice to see that. Service was a 10!☺️

  • 4/5 Michelle B. 8 months ago on Google
    Food was good for the most part. My cottage cheese was warm. The AC wasn't working properly. But we decided to stay anyway. By reading a sign at the beginning of the walk through. We thought it was cash only for both registers . Came to find out after scrambling for enough cash. It was for one line only.

  • 5/5 Rhonda H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food at great prices in a family setting. The food was very good n plenty of it. We arrived late from St Pete but they still welcomed us n didn’t rush us. Their cook was very friendly n cooked everything perfect. I even had my non-eating red meat friend try the steak n she liked it….

  • 4/5 Maria M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very busy when I went. But my kids love going here. It's gotten a bit expensive to eat here with multiple kids, so I try to go on special occasions. The food is good. Love the steak and fried chicken.

  • 5/5 Mark F. 6 months ago on Google
    The best food value in town. The food is very good, and done just right. The service is very good, the waiters and waitresses are always there and ready too help. The staff makes this place one of the best.

  • 4/5 Ray P. 1 year ago on Google
    Easter Sunday at 9:30 am. Arrived and was surprised it was not real busy. Had to wait to get our drinks. But as usual at thus location, the food was good and hot. I enjoy the breakfasts. The wait staff looked plenty. However getting drinks, creamer, water we had to ask for and the cream never arrived. The blueberry pie was real good and the fried chicken is always juicy and crispy. The mashed potatoes are real. Food 5 stars. Wait staff 3 stars. I did see some wait staff sitting at tables with patrons. Maybe less time sitting at tables and more time taking care of customers. Bathroom report. Bathroom had water on the hallway and in the restroom. No soap In the handicap Lavatory. The floors and fixtures were clean and the restroom was not smelly. When we were done the place was very busy. Church was over and the crowd came in. No issue with parking. Very large lot.

  • 4/5 Katrina Pierce (. 1 year ago on Google
    As expected in food and environment. The food is always plentiful at this location in Bradenton. On our last visit I did notice a price increase, April 2023. The ice cream machine was broke down during our visit so the kids were disappointed in that but everyone left with a full belly. The staff is nice at this location. They were training a few new people so they were not up to speed yet but that is just part of the food industry. Overall this is a good place to visit and best value is for lunch or late lunch time frame.

  • 4/5 ruth w. 1 year ago on Google
    There is plenty to choose from and some of the dishes are very good. I tried beef in mushroom gravy over rice. It was great. Their seafood selections leave something to be desired, but this was a Golden Corral after all. Generally a good experience. And reasonable for 4 people.

  • 2/5 Ronald H. 11 months ago on Google
    It was extremely hot. I know it's hot outside but you cannot have customers literally sweating INSIDE the building. I felt better outside once I left. They were out of three different drinks. Today they dropped the ball. It's just to hot outside to not accommodate your customers. Very disappointing.

  • 2/5 Yineddy S. 11 months ago on Google
    This place use to be golden. Now it’s looks so depressing and the food has no effect in it. The food isn’t cooked good most of it is frozen not freshly made also they don’t have a lot of options like they used to. It’s a dirty place tbh. The carpet has this smell like wet clothes it’s so bad stinks the whole restaurant up. Also who has carpet for a restaurant?…. The staff are nice and good people but this place used to be so good it’s so sad now. Don’t come here there are better options.

  • 4/5 Tracy Smyth (. 1 year ago on Google
    The Buffet entrees were cooked with good spices. Thr roast beef taste the best to me. Thanksgiving dinner was another time I was here. I t is a much better tradition. The variety was fun and the traditional turkey dinner dishes reminded me of my childhood. I will make Golden Coral my new tradition for family holidays.

  • 4/5 Becky S. 1 year ago on Google
    Thanksgiving lunch was very good. The turkey was a disappointment in that it was very low neutral flavor, but ham and everything else was great. We always enjoy the seafood salad and pickled beets. The stuffing and gravy were excellent, the yam casserole and green bean casserole were great. I always have to sample the bourbon chicken even on Thanksgiving and the pecan pie was very good. Our server, Angie was excellent offering great hospitality even on a very busy Thanksgiving Day. We left very satisfied not stuffed. Great variety and good value.

  • 1/5 James Ladner (Supreme S. 1 year ago on Google
    I used to go here with my parents before. But now I kinda don't want to go here anymore. It's more like the last place I will go if I'm really starving or if it's the last restaurant left in the world. I saw the kitchen and it's very disappointing, messy and looks very unsanitary. I work in a restaurant business and what I witness was F- in food safety. It was disappointing it gave me a bad stomach the nxt day and the guy cooking the steak is very rude. And the chicken is raw, like most of it. If you are starving and dying to get some food. I suggest you to cook ramen at home and don't bother to go here. That's how bad it becomes.

  • 5/5 Erick N. 1 year ago on Google
    Clean buffet, fast and friendly seating and service, diverse American cuisine and actually pretty good and tasty food. The pulled pork, the pot roast and meatloaf were of good quality. The cornbread was perfect. They don't let anything go empty for long.

  • 5/5 Valeria T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great selection of food and delicious. The hostess are always great. Always made sure to refill our drinks and check to see how is everything. Great service from everyone.

  • 4/5 Josh the s. 1 year ago on Google
    Decent place with some decent food and such. It's a nice buffet for those who love variety with their plenty of options. It's certainly not the best buffet as some of their items are subpar. However it definitely is worth checking out. I would personally recommend the Chicken Teriyaki and Steak and pretty much all of their desserts as highlights.

  • 5/5 Ricky Williams (. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place... Something to Eat for Everyone... Service is super... The one thing that disturbs me .... A Lot of people just forget the value of Food... The company pays a lot for the Quality and Quantity... I think there should be an extra price added for those who are throwing full plates away.... Just My OPINION.. KEEP UP THE GREAT SERVICE AND I WILL BE BACK....

  • 5/5 Jennifer M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great selection as always! My husband took me here for Mothers day while we were on vacation. It was really crowded which was to be expected because it was Mothers day. Food was fresh, tasted great! Staff was friendly and very helpful


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Checks
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Salad bar
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ All you can eat
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
    • ✓️ Private dining room
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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