Labor day weekend Korean buffet was a disaster. With the dining room only half full at least 3 of the 12 buffet pans were empty the whole time I was there. Other than water they had serve yourself coffee. The two coffee thermos were empty most of the time as was the hot water for tea. The fried chicken was under-cooked probably due to them rushing to replenish the pans. The Korean dishes were not well prepared with low quality ingredients and retail jar sauces. I have no idea how they have such good reviews.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Kevin P
When you say botanical garden you would think flowers and gardens. This was more of trails, statues and a pond. Got there 11:30 am alot of the food was cold and some took a minute to refill. The one that looks like sushi was never replaced before we left. Some had no seasoning or salt. This photo I added was everywhere. Asking to please not stay over 50 minutes. I was looking forward for this to be alot better so I can return for the street food. I also drove 40 minutes each way. Don't think it's worth taking a chance.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
k
we went for the 1st part of the korean food tour. 8 people. many of the items were not available or finished. taste was highly disappointing. the kimchi and toboki were the 2 items that tasted good. did not get a chance to try majority of the food as it wasn't available or finished. was looking forward to hanging out with friends and enjoying this food tour day unfortunately it was not what was expected and for $20 each at least expected ti be able to taste the food. we spent $160 for this event and barely got to eat any of the dishes.
David Doyle
The walk was nice. Interesting art work. Brunch was fair. They are still in building stage.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
H A
We had been waiting 2 weeks to visit here, upon arriving at 8am to an empty place and two workers standing around on their phones, we inquired if the place was open today. The girl said yes they only had to finish bringing out the food, then went back to her phone. Looking around...there was zero food out and no attempt to welcome us or seat us. Not worth the time.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
John D
This place is like a closely guarded secret. The buffet brunch on July 4th was reasonably priced, delicious, and plentiful. The views are amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Chouinard
Super lame. Who wants to pay to walk here?!? Yado, Frear, Peeples are all free and nicer and larger.
Bring back the golf course but actually take care of it this time.
James DeLong
Went for mother's day brunch. They appeared to be understaffed. Food was very poor quality - the majority of items were cold, soggy or overseasoned, or just low quality overall. Planned menu over promised as several items were missing and/or not refilled. Several of their smoke/CO2 detectors were chirping. Bathrooms were in bad shape.
All really disappointing. We went based on someone's recommendation. They were taking reservations so they should have been aware of how many people to expect.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Mikala Bushika
Food was horrible. We went for Mother’s Day brunch. They definitely served Ego waffles and frozen vegetable spring rolls. The Chicken Masala was raw. There was black stuff floating in the orange juice. Honestly worst of all there was Chocolate and strawberry syrup on the spinach salad. Even if the food was edible they didn’t keep enough out for more than two people to eat at a time. We decided to walk the grounds it being a “Botanical Garden”. It was just a run down unkept golf course. No flowers on the grounds except for dandelions. The trails were almost unwalkable and statues falling apart. The worst Mother’s Day “Brunch” we have ever attended. The people were nice and the place had potential but its just not ran properly.
Kate Archibald
Absolutely wonderful experience! The food was outstanding — especially the scallion pancakes, which were a highlight — and the service was exceptional. A special shout-out to Princess (I believe she’s the owner), who, along with the entire staff, was incredibly kind and welcoming. I also really appreciated the wide range of options available for different dietary needs and preferences. We got there near the end of the serving hours, and they still had food available which was awesome. As an added bonus, we even received a free gift (an AHA cleanser), which was such a sweet touch! We didn't walk the grounds due to the rain, but the view from the restaurant was nice.
I'll definitely be back, and I'm really happy the we have such great Korean food in Troy (they also serve American standard brunch food).
My girlfriend and I were going to go there, but it was pouring rain. Botanical garden?!?!?! Where are the flowers??? And how are there going to be vendors in the pouring rain??? Brunch sounds nice but we missed the timing. Oops. We may try going some other time.
John Trader
Thanks to Princess we had a fantastic time here. The food and scenery was great. Will be back. They also said every Saturday and Sunday from 7 AM to 1 PM buffet
Ellen Marando
Nothing special but it was a nice walking path
Darryl Schafer (KettleCornPop)
Thanks so much, we felt extremely welcomed on such a rainy day. The Korean entrees and sides are delicious!
Say hi to Princess when you get the chance. Her smile will make your day!!!
Shane Walrath
The place is just so intriguing. Eat a buffet brunch and then explore the beautiful grounds of an old golf course that's been decorated with all sorts of statues and things. You won't be sorry. Food was good and the staff was great!
Labor day weekend Korean buffet was a disaster. With the dining room only half full at least 3 of the 12 buffet pans were empty the whole time I was there. Other than water they had serve yourself coffee. The two coffee thermos were empty most of the time as was the hot water for tea. The fried chicken was under-cooked probably due to them rushing to replenish the pans. The Korean dishes were not well prepared with low quality ingredients and retail jar sauces. I have no idea how they have such good reviews.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
When you say botanical garden you would think flowers and gardens. This was more of trails, statues and a pond. Got there 11:30 am alot of the food was cold and some took a minute to refill. The one that looks like sushi was never replaced before we left. Some had no seasoning or salt. This photo I added was everywhere. Asking to please not stay over 50 minutes. I was looking forward for this to be alot better so I can return for the street food. I also drove 40 minutes each way. Don't think it's worth taking a chance.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
we went for the 1st part of the korean food tour. 8 people. many of the items were not available or finished. taste was highly disappointing. the kimchi and toboki were the 2 items that tasted good. did not get a chance to try majority of the food as it wasn't available or finished. was looking forward to hanging out with friends and enjoying this food tour day unfortunately it was not what was expected and for $20 each at least expected ti be able to taste the food. we spent $160 for this event and barely got to eat any of the dishes.
The walk was nice. Interesting art work. Brunch was fair. They are still in building stage.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
We had been waiting 2 weeks to visit here, upon arriving at 8am to an empty place and two workers standing around on their phones, we inquired if the place was open today. The girl said yes they only had to finish bringing out the food, then went back to her phone. Looking around...there was zero food out and no attempt to welcome us or seat us. Not worth the time.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
This place is like a closely guarded secret. The buffet brunch on July 4th was reasonably priced, delicious, and plentiful. The views are amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super lame. Who wants to pay to walk here?!? Yado, Frear, Peeples are all free and nicer and larger.
Bring back the golf course but actually take care of it this time.
Went for mother's day brunch. They appeared to be understaffed. Food was very poor quality - the majority of items were cold, soggy or overseasoned, or just low quality overall. Planned menu over promised as several items were missing and/or not refilled. Several of their smoke/CO2 detectors were chirping. Bathrooms were in bad shape.
All really disappointing. We went based on someone's recommendation. They were taking reservations so they should have been aware of how many people to expect.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Food was horrible. We went for Mother’s Day brunch. They definitely served Ego waffles and frozen vegetable spring rolls. The Chicken Masala was raw. There was black stuff floating in the orange juice. Honestly worst of all there was Chocolate and strawberry syrup on the spinach salad. Even if the food was edible they didn’t keep enough out for more than two people to eat at a time. We decided to walk the grounds it being a “Botanical Garden”. It was just a run down unkept golf course. No flowers on the grounds except for dandelions. The trails were almost unwalkable and statues falling apart. The worst Mother’s Day “Brunch” we have ever attended. The people were nice and the place had potential but its just not ran properly.
Absolutely wonderful experience! The food was outstanding — especially the scallion pancakes, which were a highlight — and the service was exceptional. A special shout-out to Princess (I believe she’s the owner), who, along with the entire staff, was incredibly kind and welcoming. I also really appreciated the wide range of options available for different dietary needs and preferences. We got there near the end of the serving hours, and they still had food available which was awesome. As an added bonus, we even received a free gift (an AHA cleanser), which was such a sweet touch! We didn't walk the grounds due to the rain, but the view from the restaurant was nice.
I'll definitely be back, and I'm really happy the we have such great Korean food in Troy (they also serve American standard brunch food).
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My girlfriend and I were going to go there, but it was pouring rain. Botanical garden?!?!?! Where are the flowers??? And how are there going to be vendors in the pouring rain??? Brunch sounds nice but we missed the timing. Oops. We may try going some other time.
Thanks to Princess we had a fantastic time here. The food and scenery was great. Will be back. They also said every Saturday and Sunday from 7 AM to 1 PM buffet
Nothing special but it was a nice walking path
Thanks so much, we felt extremely welcomed on such a rainy day. The Korean entrees and sides are delicious!
Say hi to Princess when you get the chance. Her smile will make your day!!!
The place is just so intriguing. Eat a buffet brunch and then explore the beautiful grounds of an old golf course that's been decorated with all sorts of statues and things. You won't be sorry. Food was good and the staff was great!
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