Golden Panda Buffet

This place is really good. Honestly. Everything tastes amazing and is actually fresh. They have all the common “Chinese” dishes u find ina fast food joint. And they have a wide variety of sushi rolls. And they are good. Let’s put it this Chinese people come and eat here all the time including the employees. That tells u something.

Also the fried chicken is krispy chicken and they inject it with buffalo sauce that gives it that twang. Their chicken waaaaaay better than that shitty kfc.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I visited Golden Panda Buffet for the first time — and I was truly impressed! There’s an enormous selection of food: sushi rolls, meats, fish, a variety of salads, desserts, and delicious coffee. The variety is just incredible — it’s impossible to try everything in one visit! I took a little bit of everything and was pleasantly surprised — everything was fresh, flavorful, and of high quality. I also want to highlight the service — the waitstaff were very polite and attentive, and the service overall was top-notch. The atmosphere was clean and cozy. Considering the quality of the food and service, the price was more than reasonable. I’ll definitely come back. Highly recommend to anyone who enjoys good food and a great dining experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

First time going there since it is a buffet I expected them to have crab legs and I did not seen none other then that it was okay.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

GOOD VARIETY OF FOOD

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 4

FRIDAY FOOD REVIEW...GOLDEN PANDA BUFFET (again)...5/30/25! We hadn't been to the Golden Panda Buffet, located at 1825 Madera Rd, in Simi Valley, in several years, so it was time to go back! They have a huge selection of Japanese, Chinese, and Mongolian food for your dining pleasure, plus there are also different soups, salads, fruits, and of course desserts and ice creams! We both tried a variety of it all, and for a buffet, it's really good!! It's definitely a locals favorite...get there early!!

Haven’t eaten there in some time. So I decided to go back and will not go back again. I got the craps eating there once before and lo and behold I got them again yesterday.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Great food and affordable prices

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Disgusting behavior from the cashier, I paid full price for a full bar buffet and we went in and the food was being put away 75% of the salad bar was gone 80% of the desert gone and put away , 70% of sushi gone what was left was placed on plates and warm because it was off the ice . The food that was left was old food not fresh and when I asked the cashier why didn't she tell us before we paid she told me that I should have looked first . It was a terrible response. I have been here before and have spent $250+ for my family. This was my second time . I asked for a discount and she wanted to give me $15 in a gift card . I paid $ 23.89 for one dinner price . All the people who worked there started to gossip and staring at my children. They all got loud and gossiped and stared as they spoke about me and my family in their language. I would not recommend this place because of their behavior and their disrespect toward the customer. I asked for a $35 refund and instead got yelled at and the cashier said she can only do $25 in a gift card . That gift card is useless because I won't be coming back ever . They lost many customers. I also wasn't the only customer they allowed in after 8:10pm . The customers also complained about this same issue .

It’s only 14.99 for lunch, please keep this business go on.I have American sushi , noodle, fried chicken, shrimp, salad, baked salmon, fruit, soup , bread, clamps, sweet. The restaurant is clean and food is fresh. I know it’s cheap. I got what I need for my lunch. It’s a real wasabi, it is spicy enough for sushi. I know the quality might not 5 stars, but I think it is very good for variety,quantity, clean,fresh. The atmosphere is good and free parking in front of the restaurant.They don’t make food in a big lot, but the food also cooks fresh and refill all day.
They have seafood refills all day.
I must help this vote5 stars from what I have gotten here.

There are plenty of delicious choices. For me it's a great value for all the good food they offer.

Food was old and had been sitting for some time. Food was hard and chewy. There's a pretty good selection but nothing pops out for a return trip. The Lady at register pushes for tips even though they don't do anything to actually earn one. Probably won't be back.

Excellent place
Best deal for your $
Delicious Fresh Plenty
Good parking

Not to expensive it’s very good

Service was good and the atmosphere was laid back, perfect for a solo lunch on a weekend. However, the food left a lot to be desired. Some dishes were decent while others were more of a miss than a hit.

I would recommend their baked corn cheese, which I found quite good, and the braised ribs. The few french fries that I got were cold so I avoided them after. I don't know if I just caught the few that cooled off or if they were all cold. Some dishes were uncomfortably dry (roast chicken, salmon if you choose the wrong piece). If you're craving the buffet experience and are willing to lower your standards a bit, this could make a good lunch, especially with a companion or two. If you're expecting 5 star quality food, look elsewhere. The price definitely reflects the quality.

As for the things the other reviewers have mentioned: yes you have to pay upfront but you do not have to tip upfront (that would have been scummy) and yes it does leave you feeling quite thirsty, even though I drank water with my meal. most foods were of adequate temperature, but I didn't get much fried food, so I can't speak for them (aside from the cold fries)

The food was ok nothing special about this place. The fried chicken was good until I noticed it was some orange stuff oozing out of it. And this place wants you to leave a tip for the waiters hovering around your table waiting to take your plate away, when that's their job. For almost $40 you get what you pay for the best thing was the garlic bread 🍞