ALL YOU CAN EAT Chinese Buffet Orlando Florida NOT CHEAP But Cheerful!

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  • @fayemarie7741
    @fayemarie7741 2 роки тому +3

    Another brill vlog 😊 on looks alone it looked ok. Can't wait for the next one... sitting under my duvet watching you in the warmth, your vlogs cheer me up 😊

  • @MaggieSantillan
    @MaggieSantillan 2 роки тому +1

    waiting for the premiere! love buffets

  • @johnjo7778
    @johnjo7778 2 роки тому +2

    We've been to this very buffet restaurant a couple of times and really enjoyed it. It was full on both occasions when we were there. The plates were proper plates and cutlery too, not sure why they've turned to polystyrene! 🤷🏻‍♂️ Another great video Lee!👍

    • @npc2480
      @npc2480 2 роки тому

      I live close by and frequent this place. From my understanding, the disposable plates and utensils is to keep Covid spread to a minimal.

  • @smithyc2051
    @smithyc2051 2 роки тому +14

    I’ve came to the conclusion and accepted nothing is cheap in this world now 😂

  • @TomPlayz5981
    @TomPlayz5981 2 роки тому +1

    I’m lovin’ these Orlando Vlogs!Keep it up. 👍😄

  • @BEACHLIFE78
    @BEACHLIFE78 2 роки тому

    Looks a fantastic selection has made me hungry watching.Look forward to watching more have a great week 🙂👍

  • @geoffcarter
    @geoffcarter 2 роки тому +4

    Looked a lot Better than the Chinese Buffet i had in Manchester China town on Saturday. Altho i had proper plates, bowls, & Cutlery. Plastic stuff with food is a Big no from me. 😋😋😋😋😋👍

  • @RANDY11266
    @RANDY11266 2 роки тому +1

    At least you tried it. In my experience I have found cheap buffet places full of promise but seldom deliver. However there are always exceptions but may be this was not one of them. For me the best videos you do are the food ones. The only issue we always feel hungry afterwards hence the increase in my weight. Anyway great channel. Many thanks.

  • @Spudboys
    @Spudboys 2 роки тому +1

    Hey man, how have I just discovered your channel? I've bingewatched all your American vlogs so far. Absolutely love the channel you seem pretty awesome too. I love your energy and the content.

    • @TheMacMaster
      @TheMacMaster  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Thanks. 🕶️👍🏼👍🏼

  • @stephendunne5676
    @stephendunne5676 2 роки тому +1

    Really enjoying this Trip Lee, hopefully get you back to Ireland before the summer

  • @Lynk137
    @Lynk137 10 місяців тому +4

    I built that sign behind him. Cool. 😊

  • @stephaniewhite9526
    @stephaniewhite9526 2 роки тому +1

    My first MacMaster premiere. The rice looked fluffy & lots of dishes too, but not sure about paper plates. Loved the video.

  • @sourich585
    @sourich585 Рік тому +2

    Went to International drive and it was. Cheap then,l think a $1 to £2 or the other way around it was brilliant with two kids in tow, many years ago.Anyway Lee loved the vlog on the intro behind you is a sticker MSG. Love a good old Chinese buffet my marks 7/10 saved a washing up machine for the cutlery and plates 😂 Many thanks Lee❤. From Richard and Tanya from Southampton ❤

  • @nudgenudgewinkwink3212
    @nudgenudgewinkwink3212 2 роки тому

    Even though i've just had my tea you just made me hungry again lee!!.

  • @neilthorley359
    @neilthorley359 2 роки тому +1

    Yeah lee my 1st experience of a Chinese buffet was right where you are now and to be fair I rated it very well if I remember I would of definitely give it a 9/10 to be fair it was lovely

  • @lucassacul2012
    @lucassacul2012 10 місяців тому +1

    Hi,,, I see that this video is 2 years old,, My friend, it is true,, when I visit Orlando kissimmee,,, I always go to that same Chinese restaurant, it is one of the best,,, it has excellent food dishes

  • @imgrumpy5932
    @imgrumpy5932 2 роки тому +2

    Buffet restaurants are great places to build up your immune system. Love them!

    • @warrenokuma7264
      @warrenokuma7264 Місяць тому

      Well, if their fried rice looked better, and they had some good looking dim sum maybe...

  • @chrisyoungs617
    @chrisyoungs617 2 роки тому +2

    Get over to the 192 old Town not sure if they still do the Classic Car Rally on a Saturday Night with all the old Muscle Cars

    • @AdesWorldofRandom
      @AdesWorldofRandom 2 роки тому

      Still happening. Saturday is the classic car rally from 8.30pm. There’s also a muscle car show but I’m not sure what night.

  • @MaggieSantillan
    @MaggieSantillan 2 роки тому

    i totally agree with you, Lee. Yes, you can find Chinese Buffets in the UK that is worth 10 pounds or even less. The last time i ate was just 7 pounds in Manchester Chinatown and food choices even better.

  • @tajjywajjyonionbhajji6198
    @tajjywajjyonionbhajji6198 2 роки тому +1

    Eh up Lee hows tha doin. I'm always left hungry watching your videos. Thank you for the mention. I were bloke who messaged hi from missouri. Keep up the good work and remember I'm not telling anyone that you and me are twins. Maybe I'm the snack master lol.

  • @vandervecken2577
    @vandervecken2577 2 роки тому +1

    Went to this one 3 years ago. Good but not exceptional then, seems the same now. In those days had proper plates and cutlery. Avoided dessert too, but there again normally do. Did like the kiosks though. Score seems about right.

  • @chrishilton3139
    @chrishilton3139 2 роки тому +1

    I love Panda Express when I’m in America , quick and easy and always tasty

  • @dawncommerford-fc3js
    @dawncommerford-fc3js 8 місяців тому +8

    Never ever have I seen a buffet with Styrofoam plates and plastic silverware pretty sad also you can't see what kind of food there is who's ever doing that filming

  • @GoggiP
    @GoggiP 2 роки тому +1

    Chop seuy is what I cooked at home today. Very tasty. 👍

  • @kizzyfarrell9340
    @kizzyfarrell9340 2 роки тому

    Nice review 😁👍😀 lee
    Looked tasty

  • @MrEdwinhardesty
    @MrEdwinhardesty 2 роки тому +2

    I would never think of Orlando as a place that would have good Chinese food. Maybe Montery Park, California or for sure New York city. New York city has the largest Chinese population of any city in the world outside of Asia.

  • @FIRSTLAST-xd6rn
    @FIRSTLAST-xd6rn Рік тому +2

    was that ice cream self serve and included in the price?

  • @adielawton651
    @adielawton651 2 роки тому +1

    Whenever I went to the States I loved Orange chicken was my favourite chinese food there, have never found it in the UK

  • @danielthurmondsr4591
    @danielthurmondsr4591 8 місяців тому +1

    I've eaten there in 2023! I would rate it at 6.5 out of 10 because the food was hot and I went late say 10 pm
    always enjoy your interviews especially the Empire Diner in NY!

  • @angierobinson5570
    @angierobinson5570 2 роки тому

    You certainly like your sweet & sour chicken Lee 😆 looked great actually made me hungry watching this one 🤤🤤😋

  • @johnrimmer4841
    @johnrimmer4841 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Lee Chinese Buffet’s in NJ precovid prices were 12.00 per person I haven’t gone post pandemic so it seems a little high ,one of my favorite foods is also Chinese

    • @johnrimmer4841
      @johnrimmer4841 2 роки тому

      By the way The Fortune Buffet in Wharton NJ is my local fave. Another excellent vlog . You’re becoming an expert in this format take care

  • @Steve-yw1yk
    @Steve-yw1yk 2 роки тому +1

    Can you show where the places are and how about CiCis and Golden Corall?

    • @philsouthgate9759
      @philsouthgate9759 2 роки тому

      Golden Coral has changed. Went over in January and they only do breakfast at the weekend. Big disappointment as this was always a favourite

  • @LavenderUnite
    @LavenderUnite 4 місяці тому +3

    Chinese cuisine is delicious I prefer the one in Douglas, Ga small town their food is authentic.

  • @davemulready
    @davemulready 2 роки тому +1

    Nice One Lee . Had Too Goo ."STAY SAFE "

  • @lizh2213
    @lizh2213 2 роки тому

    Can’t say I’ve ever had a Chinese in America. I always like the aim for places that Are like typical American ., loving these usa vlogs.. can’t wait to get back over there

  • @HolyFreakinDragonSlayer
    @HolyFreakinDragonSlayer 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the video Lee 👍

  • @lauriep9067
    @lauriep9067 2 роки тому +1

    Hot chips on top of a plate of Chinese now that's two cultures coming together . Awesome review mate 👍

  • @carolmccarron1262
    @carolmccarron1262 2 роки тому

    Lee I agree, lived in South Carolina for 17 years and still never found a good Chinese...like we had in the UK as a take out on Fridays !!!
    Went to Uk December and had a great take out at the same one I used before we moved.
    Im sure Charlotte North Carolina have goods ones and the bigger cities like Atlanta and NYC...great videos on I Drive ...🙂

  • @mikeroberts4588
    @mikeroberts4588 2 роки тому +1

    The alarm bells would have been raised straight away for me. 6pm and not very busy at all. For me, buffets can't win either way. Too many people, and I worry about cleanliness. Empty, and I worry about the food being stood for too long!

  • @marknicholson6562
    @marknicholson6562 2 роки тому

    In Florida you have to go for the early bird menu. Usually 2 sittings starting at 4pm. For those retired there who don’t want a late night. Early bird special

  • @JustGrammy1234
    @JustGrammy1234 2 роки тому

    Good that you’re mindful of expenses while traveling. The journey alone, there and back, is a good chunk of it.

  • @Manu101299
    @Manu101299 2 роки тому

    Love these travel videos 👍🏽👍🏽

  • @michaelgutman4910
    @michaelgutman4910 2 роки тому +2

    The disposables were a complete turnoff. The food looked just ok. The price was too high. I don't have to be nice, so 4.8.
    Oh, the first The MacMaster video I watched was Europe's Largest Chinese Buffet. The place and food looked awesome. When you jumped up and ran around looking for your chips in all that great looking Chinese food, you had me in hysterics. I was hooked. 😉

    • @TheMacMaster
      @TheMacMaster  2 роки тому +1

      Lol. Thanks Michael. Yeah not a patch on The Manchester Chinese. 😂

  • @billmagowan1492
    @billmagowan1492 2 роки тому +1

    One of the best Chinese’s I’ve ever had was at Epcot centre in the Chinese area, chicken Szechuan was absolutely delicious! I’ll never forget that dish and have tried to replicate it without success😂😂a real pity prices have shot up for average food there too…..

  • @anthonyhaylock6655
    @anthonyhaylock6655 6 місяців тому

    The food all looks very tasty that’s for sure , we have several good Chinese and Asian takeaways and restaurants near where I live in Australia:) great video

  • @markdunn5053
    @markdunn5053 2 роки тому

    Another great video Lee. I’m going to Orlando in June and all these videos help. Might be good if you could do at least one review in a “decent” place so we can make price and quality comparisons. But keep the videos coming mate. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @TheMacMaster
      @TheMacMaster  2 роки тому +2

      Found an amazing amazing unbelievable chippy in florida. Vlog dropping in 2 days. Owned by English and Cooke by the hands of Yorkshire lasses.

  • @garethvaughan426
    @garethvaughan426 2 роки тому

    Glad you liked the hot n Sour soup, I love it, dipping in yer prawn toast etc, what no crispy beef or duck n pancakes? 7 from us, bye the way who is Phil yer Boots.. lol

  • @junemccann5981
    @junemccann5981 2 роки тому

    Looked a bit stodgy Lee. We always went to the Golden Corall. Was the best. 🥰🌞🥰Xxx

  • @walleye364
    @walleye364 Рік тому +2

    It's more of a Chinese American cuisine. It's Orlando so the prices are pricey. It would be something to try once. If your all day at the parks and really hungry

  • @angiemitchell2748
    @angiemitchell2748 Рік тому

    Looks so yummy one of my fab foods always so great

  • @TheTonyMartinExperience
    @TheTonyMartinExperience 2 роки тому +1

    We went to a Chinese buffet a couple of years when we came……..it was not good! Keep it going mate (from Ilkeston by the way) 👍

  • @charles8394
    @charles8394 Рік тому +5

    That's bad if you have to use plastic forks and knives and foam plates

  • @orionpacks
    @orionpacks 2 роки тому +2

    u da man mac excellent review

  • @DiepSpartan119
    @DiepSpartan119 Рік тому +3

    Paperplates but our restaurant use plates tat can break easily when dropping

  • @stevecohen2216
    @stevecohen2216 2 роки тому

    The spread looks quite good TBH. What’s your opinion on US Chicken though? It’s been said it’s pumped full of chlorine. Is it?

  • @AlanTaylorCRSmusicproduction
    @AlanTaylorCRSmusicproduction 2 роки тому +2

    Anyone see the ironic sticker at the beginning of the video on the street sign that said MSG ;)

  • @RemnantCult
    @RemnantCult Рік тому +3

    This isn't the most glamourous part of the American dining experience and it certainly makes us look like total gluttons, but the American Chinese buffet is amazing when you just want to let yourself totally go.

  • @Resmith18SR
    @Resmith18SR 2 роки тому

    I love Chinese buffets and I could eat at one almost every day. The thing is they can offer so many different items, but usually they skimp on quality and also temperature of the food (because it sits out for so long it's not hot enough). I love the variety and even if you just find 4 or 5 things you really like, get more of that and enjoy. You mentioned that Chinese buffets are different in the U.K. What would you say are the main differences?

  • @ashman4357
    @ashman4357 2 роки тому

    Looks bloody lovely there of a evening 👍

  • @peterblease2540
    @peterblease2540 2 роки тому

    How did it compare with with TOPS in Manchester where you went with Geoff Carter. Think i know the answer to that but one is in Orlando nice and sunny the other in GB cold and wet. good to compare . enjoy the rest of time there. look forward to more vlogs .

  • @IanCassanova
    @IanCassanova 2 роки тому +1

    I struggled to get a decent Chinese in NYC last year, your meal reminds me of Panda Express. Not sure about chips on Chinese food though lol.

  • @richardsedorski1206
    @richardsedorski1206 2 роки тому

    The grub looked just ok spring rolls did not seem crispy plenty batter round most things.👍👍👍💰💰💰

  • @leighlitz2481
    @leighlitz2481 2 роки тому +3

    Absolutely right the Chinese isn’t the same this side of the pond. For $17.95 they could’ve at least had real plates and cutlery. Hot food melts polystyrene.

  • @koont666
    @koont666 2 роки тому +1

    Mmm looks like all the bog standard Chinese buffets ,The best ones are when they cook to order set price 🇬🇧🍀👍🏼

  • @samanthaelliott3201
    @samanthaelliott3201 2 роки тому

    There used to be a place called China Jade.. We went everytime we were there.. was so good.looks like its something called the juicy crab now...

  • @susiewatts1982
    @susiewatts1982 2 роки тому

    Tip for next time that you travel to the USA 🇺🇸 Lee , take your own knive , fork and spoon …. Just a thought my friend Xx

  • @Alanc13579
    @Alanc13579 2 роки тому

    Food looks really good. Considering a crappy bought in burger and chips in a pub in U.K. now is usually around £14 I’d say the buffet was good value too.

  • @davidmarshall5596
    @davidmarshall5596 2 роки тому

    It's the sigh of the times & everywhere you go people are facing higher costs which has to be passed on to the consumer..its a vicious circle 🔵. You got your 💰 worth anyway..! Enjoyed the vlog & looking forward to the next...by the way is there a chance you can check out the kfc American 🍗 compare to UK...?? Cheers Mr Macmaster 👍

  • @DesertScorpionKSA
    @DesertScorpionKSA Рік тому +1

    It's on International Drive Orlando. That's the tourist area and they will charge more. If you go to Chinse buffets on Colonial Drive, and other areas away from the tourist areas, it will be a little cheaper. It's still not that expensive for edible food.

    • @Lynk137
      @Lynk137 10 місяців тому +1

      It's not cheaper in other Orlando locations. Crazy buffet for example is in west Orlando and they are 18.99 now. This was 2 yrs ago so the price must be 2.00 higher bx now.

  • @SuperIndiedrummer
    @SuperIndiedrummer 2 роки тому +1

    We ate at this place back in 2017 and it was $8.00! It was really poor and not like the selection you got in the vlog so looks like a little improvement since we last went!

  • @WeAreThePeople1690
    @WeAreThePeople1690 2 роки тому

    As you are in orlando, you should try some of the truckstops in the area, some of them are massive. Compare the standard between them and the touristy places. Or do some and compare to ours when your back in good auld blighty.

  • @martineleven8179
    @martineleven8179 2 роки тому +1

    Soylent Green mac, at a high price my friend, did you really enjoy it though?

    • @TheMacMaster
      @TheMacMaster  2 роки тому

      It was ok as I said. :0)

    • @martineleven8179
      @martineleven8179 2 роки тому

      @@TheMacMaster fair enough mac! If you say its OK it's merely just OK my friend. Please take care, we do worry about you sometimes. Lol.xxxx

  • @HowardB54
    @HowardB54 2 роки тому

    Hmm … didn’t look the best to me tbh but as you say it is what it is . Compared to Vegas prices I think you’re doing well so far and it shows Florida isn’t as cheap as it used to be.
    If you’re on holiday do you really want food that is just “ok”? But on the other hand it can take days to get it right and spend $$$ getting to that point.
    You are helping by giving an honest, balanced review of what you see , visit and eat.
    Maybe try an American buffet breakfast / dinner?
    Many thanks as ever for all your hard work
    Regards
    H

  • @reedsfromleeds6347
    @reedsfromleeds6347 2 роки тому +1

    You can’t complain at the selection Lee it’s huge

  • @thatbritgirl9697
    @thatbritgirl9697 2 роки тому +1

    To get cheap meals on I-Drive, use the coupons some fantastic savings to be made.

  • @Afc1987
    @Afc1987 2 роки тому +1

    Mac master you need to go in the golden Carroll in international drive its also a all you can buffet you should go check it out I've been there to golden Carroll it felt like I was at an all inclusive hotel people pigging out big time put me off 🤣🤣🤣

  • @trendingsoftware
    @trendingsoftware 2 роки тому +3

    Eating off a polystyrene plate with plastic utensils food which has been hanging around for ages isn't really my cup of tea. Chinese should really always be freshly cooked.
    My local all you can eat cooks to order.
    Plates, utensils hygienic... Yes BUT in 2022 we should think of the planet!
    Cheers
    Phil

  • @allansedgwick5307
    @allansedgwick5307 2 роки тому

    Very popular place! Packed out😂

  • @TrueAlucardX
    @TrueAlucardX 2 роки тому

    There was a Chinese on I drive with a bridge over a pond of carp was top food many moons ago when I visited. I think it was not far from Ripleys but across road, worth a look to see if its still good. 🙏🏾

  • @dakentaijutsu2010
    @dakentaijutsu2010 2 роки тому +1

    That was the first restaurant I went to when I arrived at Orlando for Fanboy expo, good food, but expensive obviously, come to think of it, pretty much everything in Orlando is expensive, but then again, Orlando is the theme park capital of the world, I mean what do you expect?

  • @albertcross4275
    @albertcross4275 2 роки тому

    Crinkle cut fries, now that's class. Great vlog again, stay safe. 7. 10...😊🐟🇫🇷🇫🇷❤️.. Plastic plates, bad,cutlary bad, l would take my own cutlary in.... Your food just seems to be better. 🤔🤔🤔🤔 In France the price is 18 euros in the evening..... Superb vlog.

  • @ddunn3489
    @ddunn3489 2 роки тому

    Best Chinese I ever has was when I lived in Panama,Panama in their China Town. Yummy !!

  • @wargame2play
    @wargame2play 2 роки тому

    Believe it or not, the best Chinese Buffet I’ve ever had was in Lancaster Pennsylvania! ( Right. When I think Amish , I ALWAYS think Egg Rolls !!)

  • @billykimber673
    @billykimber673 2 роки тому +1

    You should try churrascaria it is the best restaurant I’ve ever visited

  • @colinraine8245
    @colinraine8245 2 роки тому

    I'd definitely have got some of the crawfish that were at the beginning of your video .

  • @johncoombes6291
    @johncoombes6291 2 роки тому

    I know lee that you have failed to do USA on the cheap apart from the ‘free’ hot dog bar.we recently went to the canaries and visited several Chinese buffets for less than 10€ but none looked inviting to eat there!it was if the food was left out all day.at least your buffet looked appetising and hot but not cheap!!

  • @sarahillingworth2718
    @sarahillingworth2718 2 роки тому +2

    Wonder if Lee has bumped into Mickey Mouse in Florida yet lol.. food 8.

    • @jrg9314
      @jrg9314 2 роки тому

      Think about the planet not sure about all the polystyrene plates and plastic cutlery save our planet have seen all the dying fish with plastic raped around there heads

  • @imgrumpy5932
    @imgrumpy5932 2 роки тому

    Get yourself back to Manchester for another round at tops buffet. Went the other day - went the other day, always good food.

  • @chloewilletts9193
    @chloewilletts9193 2 роки тому

    Looks great looks nice weather

  • @henryhill6126
    @henryhill6126 2 роки тому

    Hey Mac, if you're still in Florida and need a restaurant to film, try El Primo in Kissime Florida. It is very close to your location now. Be well and try the Bistec Empanizado. You will love it. Prices are reasonable because this place is for locals and my friends named Mac. Lol.

  • @jasonburbidge3964
    @jasonburbidge3964 2 роки тому +2

    Think I prefer the look of panda express and not buffet, new to your channel and really enjoy your content 👍

  • @oyleyhands1332
    @oyleyhands1332 2 роки тому

    Long time since I tried a couple of those China Buffet places over there... looks better now as used to always be sadly lacking on anything that had.... meat, all rice,noodles,veg.. never saw the ribs.
    Buffets in Uk were much the same years ago but now, far more choice.

  • @joereyn__
    @joereyn__ 2 роки тому

    Went here a few years ago on our first night of our trip, I didn’t know about the free re-fills so was shocked when the woman just took my drink that I hadn’t finished, I swear the food wasn’t to bad there though

  • @Dave-r4u
    @Dave-r4u 2 роки тому

    That Balcony wasn't there back in the day when I worked at Waterloo (1961) I wonder if the "Cartoon Cinema" is still there......it was opposite platform 1

  • @John-ft9wf
    @John-ft9wf 2 роки тому

    Been there loads of times, it’s went up in price, always ok nothing special, next visit at that price I think we will give a miss, keep up the great work big man

  • @tomkenyon3721
    @tomkenyon3721 2 роки тому +1

    Hope you left some Sweet and Sour Chicken for the other diners 😊

  • @treefrog180
    @treefrog180 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Lee I was at there same Chinese in 2017 and the food was awful, service was just as bad then when we asked for the bill they had the nerve to put 10 dollars service charge on , better off going to millers down the road better atmosphere & service

  • @funkdunk
    @funkdunk 2 роки тому

    The food looked great, the place looked clean, with friendly management...I would give it 7.9. The disposable plates and cutlery I suppose is a case of damned if you do ...damned if you dont...the price is over the top though. We get "eat as much as you like" Sushi for the equivalent of $10 here in South Africa 🇿🇦 😋 When are you visiting us?

  • @chrisgrange4460
    @chrisgrange4460 2 роки тому

    Lol must have read my mind was going to ask you about your pudding

  • @mark120964
    @mark120964 2 роки тому

    Hi lee, interesting review, good looked average to reasonable, cant believe how expensive it is out there, if your on holiday (vacation) cost a fortune, certainly cheaper long haul places to go to rather than America