8 Oregon Buffets That Always Deliver And 8 That Locals Say Make The Drive Totally Worth It
Oregon might be known for its food trucks and farm-to-table spots, but buffets still hold a special place in the hearts of hungry locals.
There is something satisfying about walking past rows of hot dishes and deciding exactly what goes on your plate, then going back as many times as you want.
Some buffets sit right in town and feed regulars every week, while others require a bit of a drive but reward you with spreads that feel like celebrations.
Here are 16 Oregon buffets split into two camps: the ones that never disappoint and the ones worth planning a trip around.
1. Super King Buffet – Portland
In East Portland, Super King feels more like a banquet hall than a restaurant, with long rows of tables under a blue-lit ceiling and a chandelier that catches your eye the second you walk in.
Steam tables stretch across the room, loaded with a huge Chinese spread, American comfort staples and a surprisingly solid sushi bar that keeps regulars coming back.
Seafood nights bring out piles of crab legs and shrimp, and locals know to time their visit when fresh trays are constantly rolling out.
It is open daily for lunch and dinner, making it easy to plan around your schedule.
2. Hug Grill Buffet – Hillsboro
Right off SE Tualatin Valley Highway, Hug Grill Buffet looks like a standard suburban strip-mall spot until you step inside and see row after row of hot dishes and a busy hibachi grill.
The layout mixes Chinese classics with American fried favorites, plus sushi rolls and a dessert bar that kids immediately sprint toward.
I once watched a family of six fill three tables with plates and everyone left happy. Prices stay reasonable, and locals treat it as a reliable place where a whole group can eat well without arguing over the menu.
3. Garden Buffet – Roseburg
Garden Buffet is brand new on the Roseburg scene yet already feels like it has been part of town forever.
The NE Stephens Street dining room is bright and busy, with an all-you-can-eat spread of Chinese dishes, sushi, fruit and sweets that locals started raving about as soon as it opened in late 2024.
Families use it as their go-to choice when everyone needs to be happy. The second location status, spun off from an Eugene operator, helps keep the operation smooth and consistent, which shows in every fresh tray.
4. Ding How Buffet & Grill – Albany
Ding How Buffet & Grill sits just off Pacific Boulevard and looks like a standard Chinese spot until you see the size of the hot bar.
Locals load plates with fried shrimp, stir-fried vegetables, noodles and American comfort food, then swing by the grill counter for items cooked to order.
It is one of those dependable roadside buffets where regulars know the staff by name and road-trippers leave saying they should stop here again next time.
The consistency keeps people coming back year after year without question.
5. New China Buffet – Corvallis
Corvallis’ New China Buffet had a full remodel recently, but it stayed in the same family and kept the same core idea: a straightforward Chinese buffet where quantity meets comfort.
Locals talk about timing their visit so the steam tables are freshly refilled, with trays of lo mein, fried chicken, dumplings and simple desserts ready to go.
For students and families on 9th Street, it is less about fancy presentation and more about leaving warm, full and satisfied. That approach has kept them busy for years.
6. Blue Royal Indian Cuisine – Medford
In Medford, Blue Royal feels a little like being invited into someone’s extended family kitchen, only with a full buffet line.
At lunch, trays of butter chicken, lamb curries, vegetable dishes and rice are constantly topped up, while servers circulate with baskets of hot naan.
Recent guests rave about a buffet that is nearly impossible to find these days, with staff who notice when your plate is empty and encourage you to go back for just one more spoonful.
That kind of hospitality makes every visit feel personal and memorable.
7. Taj Palace Indian Cuisine – Bend
On the south side of Bend, Taj Palace has been quietly keeping Central Oregon fed since 2003. The daily lunch buffet lays out North and South Indian staples, including creamy tikka masala, saag, crisp pakoras and fresh naan.
On Friday and Saturday evenings, the restaurant switches into dinner-buffet mode with an even bigger spread.
Regulars praise how often the trays are refreshed and how the family owners personally check on guests. That is why Bend locals treat it as a sure thing when a curry craving hits hard.
8. Sizzler – Springfield
Sizzler in Springfield sits just off I-5 and Gateway Street, which makes it a natural stop for travelers, but locals lean on it for one simple reason: the salad bar really is a buffet.
After you order, you can circle the long bar loaded with soups, salad fixings, taco components, pasta and dessert puddings, building plate after plate while the grill handles steaks and chicken.
Delivery services list it steadily, and this old-school option is still alive, well and feeding hungry families every night.
9. Spirit Mountain Casino’s Seafood Fest Buffet – Grand Ronde
Tucked in the Coast Range between Portland and the ocean, Spirit Mountain Casino turns into buffet central on Friday and Saturday evenings.
The Seafood Fest surf-and-turf buffet lays out prime rib, piles of crab legs, shrimp, salads and desserts in a classic casino spread, all running from mid-afternoon into the evening.
People make a weekend of it: scenic drive, maybe a bit of gaming, then a buffet that feels like a holiday meal without anyone having to cook or do dishes. It is worth every mile of winding road.
10. Sizzlin Downtown Buffet Family Restaurant – Klamath Falls
Downtown Klamath Falls hides a surprise: an all-you-can-eat buffet inside a restored bank building on Main Street.
Sizzlin Downtown Buffet leans into the come-hungry motto, with a hot bar that runs the gamut from American comfort dishes to Asian favorites, plus dessert for anyone who still has room.
I stopped in on a road trip once and ended up chatting with the owners about the building’s history between plates.
Local business groups and the chamber spotlight it as a family-run place with friendly staff, so people happily detour off their route.
11. Shanti’s Indian Restaurant – Roseburg
If you only expect burgers and diners off I-5 in Roseburg, Shanti’s lunch buffet is a pleasant curveball.
In a modest dining room, chafing dishes hold several curries, lentil dishes, rice, naan and often tandoori chicken, all for a flat lunch price that locals call a bargain.
Travellers who stumble in on a whim often leave saying it felt like discovering a secret, especially when they realize that small-town Oregon just served them one of their best Indian meals in the state.
12. Biryani Corner – Hillsboro
On the west side of the Portland metro, Biryani Corner has built a following for both its regular buffet and its special all-you-can-eat dosa or breakfast events.
One day you might find a spread of Hyderabad-style biryanis, curries and snacks; another day, there will be idli, vada and fresh dosas coming off the griddle faster than you can eat them.
Social posts and local write-ups talk about people driving across the metro just to catch a particular buffet theme, then swearing they will be back for the next one.
13. Chettinad Indian Cuisine – Beaverton
Chettinad in Beaverton specializes in the bolder flavors of South India, and its lunch buffet is where newcomers usually fall in love.
Trays of spicy Chettinad chicken, rich vegetarian curries, crisp appetizers and fluffy rice set the stage, while staff help first-timers figure out what everything is.
Local guides list it among the standout Indian buffets in the Portland area, and it is common to hear diners compare notes about which items are worth the drive from the east side.
The heat level alone makes the trip worthwhile.
14. Ganesh Indian Cuisine – Beaverton
Ganesh runs on the simple idea that variety is happiness. At its Beaverton location, the buffet line typically blends North and South Indian dishes, including saag, dal, biryani and fried snacks, with enough options that meat-eaters and vegetarians both leave happy.
Regional round-ups of Indian buffets call it out for value and friendly service, which is why families organize weekend meetups here even if it means a longer drive than their usual takeout spot.
The welcoming atmosphere seals the deal every time.
15. Desi Bites – Beaverton
Desi Bites feels casual and modern, but its weekend buffet can turn into a full-on event.
Guests talk about live dosa stations where cooks fold paper-thin crepes and fill them to order, alongside a buffet of curries, rice dishes and snacks that change week to week.
Social posts show packed tables and people sampling a little bit of everything, which is exactly why food-obsessed locals tell friends they need to drive out here at least once and try the buffet.
The live cooking element adds excitement that you do not get everywhere.
16. The Hill Buffet & Grill – Newport
On Highway 101 in Newport, The Hill Buffet & Grill is easy to pass if you are staring at the ocean, but locals know it is a smart stop before or after beach time.
Inside, the buffet lines combine Chinese favorites, a bit of sushi and simple American dishes, making it an easy choice for mixed groups of picky and adventurous eaters.
When coastal weather turns cold or wet, this becomes the place where people warm up over hot plates and chat about how the drive out to the coast was absolutely worth it.