Pacific Ocean Buffet - Hagerstown

It's a decent choice for a buffet. Being a Chinese buffet, the food is satisfactory, though not particularly exceptional. The prices are reasonable, and your drinks are continuously refilled. Overall, I had a positive experience.

1) The food temperatures are below safe levels. 2) The food selection is quite disappointing: a. There’s chicken and shrimp in a bland white sauce. b. The beef selection is lackluster, with a variety that tends to develop bumps when cooked. c. The salmon is just plain boiled with no seasoning at all. d. The dumplings are wrapped in overcooked dough that gives them a rubbery texture. e. The chicken on a stick is incredibly dry. 3) The staff is unhelpful and dismissive when there are problems. If you ask for a manager, they will not come to address your concerns. And all of this at the bargain price of $10.00. Today marked my last visit out of four attempts, and each time I left feeling disappointed. I suggest avoiding this buffet altogether. For the same price, there are much better options available.

Whenever I crave Chinese food, I prefer a buffet style. Pacific Ocean catches my attention with 10% off coupons, and their prices are already quite reasonable. I usually go for the lunch buffet, steering clear of the crab legs, as I’d end up eating nothing but those. I enjoy their selection of shellfish, crawdads, fried and steamed dumplings, teriyaki chicken, and at least one egg roll. The sushi is somewhat plain and has more rice than fish, but I still like it. However, being a buffet, the quality can vary depending on how quickly the food is replenished. Sometimes the dishes can be cool and dry, while other times they’re warmer and moister. You won't often find it served piping hot.