Creekside Buffet

Hello everyone. I“m changing my review from 4 Stars to 5 Stars. The price went down from $ 23.00 to $ 13.00. The Buffet Lunch is well worth this amount.
Thank you for your time.

Have been to Solvang may times and eaten in lots of local places, but on this latest trip when I was talking about a casino about 4 miles east of town, I never thought they’d ask about a buffet ! I have never been inside the casino, and had no knowledge of what was offered. However, the next day I went on-​line and discovered the casino has two wonderful dining options. One, a restaurant — the other the Creekside Buffet. Having been to buffets in casinos in Reno, Tahoe and Vegas, I decided to check the menu on-​line — I was shocked. They listed many items I have never even SEEN in a buffet, let alone tasted. Some of these were: stuffed bell peppers, fired okra, jalapeño polenta, and a variety of desserts. So I was determined to give it a try. The dinner was 29.95, which I have read in reviews as being «too much.» Well, after eating here I disagree strongly. We came away happy and well fed, and pleased with the wide variety of food. We have eaten at other places in town and easily spent $ 50 to 60 on just a few menu items — here, we had the run of the cuisine. The quality was very good, and as I was filling (or re-​filling) my plate new fresh servings were coming out, even if the other tray wasn’t empty. One server said if the foods out too long they switch it out — wonderful. Everyone was friendly, and even the servers behind the counter were friendly and made sure we were good with the food. While dining, one of the chefs even came out and talked to a few of us at the tables to make sure we were happy with the food. The wait staff was friendly, attentive and amazingly efficient. Our drinks were always refilled and I never even noticed! The buffet area is clean, well lit and not as decorated as other casinos, but the food is quality. The dining area is clean and nicely lighted for comfort. There is even a patio area for outdoor dining. The dessert station includes cakes, gelatos and assorted goodies that were too beautiful to eat, such as champagne shooters, tres leches cake and two desserts with liqueurs for topping! (see photos). Overall, a very pleasant experience — even though its on the third floor and we had to walk from the garage through the gaming floor and up the escalator. not a bad trip though. I would definitely recommend a visit for anyone coming to Solvang. We don’t gamble, and yet the trip to the buffet was well worth it. We’ll be back to experience new food items, and good familiar service! And if $ 30 for all you can eat food is too much, well hit the buffet first then gamble with the remaining funds.

Went here looking for So. California Casino Buffet. This one is not worth the money, even with discount. The Sushi rolls were made like California rolls (Imitation Crab) with a few small garnishes on it. The rice was old and shiny hard. They did have a mussel shooter that was very good. The Tuna Poke was bland and grayish in color, They did not have sashimi They had green mussels that the first batch was tasty, however the second 4 were fishy tasting, read that as old. I tried the smoked pork belly, which was greasy. Salad selection is small. The cold cuts were good, however does not make 35.00 plateau. Deserts were abundant. Tried a chocolate peanut butter cone. Way to much Peanut butter. Also had a what was billed as a cannole. the shell was like a hard dough, with a lot of cinnamon. The cream filling was very hard and dry. Not worth the effort. This may all be the chef not checking on the quality of items. Maybe eat in Solvang..

They remodeled it and changed the name. The variety of food OMG it’s an awesome place to eat. Vegas buffets are nothing compared to this one

They have renovated the restaurant and upped there game. There is a bigger selection and the food taste much better. If you did not like the old one. Come and try the new version. But be prepared to spend some money. It’s 33 $ per person.

Buffet has recently been remodeled and renamed, and I’m happy to report the food is significantly better.
I’ve been twice, first when it was packed, and another time when it was pretty empty. When it was crowded, everything was fantastic and fresh, the crab legs were amazing, etc.
We went again, and it was mostly empty, and some of the food obviously wasn’t as fresh. The crab legs were kind of soaked in water (as if they had been sitting there for quite awhile), and didn’t taste as fresh. Also, the cream in some of the desserts was «dry» and not moist and creamy.
My favorite option is the Honey Walnut Prawns — very little breading, and simply fantastic taste. Great gelato — flavors included vanilla, cookies and cream, salted caramel, smores, and peanut butter and jelly. The staff were all very professional and fantastic as well.
Overall, the food options here are really, really good. It’s not quite Vegas, but it certainly is the best buffet, by far, in the area. My only recommendation is that they need to find a way to fill the seats, or make smaller portions when not crowded (especially on the crab legs!), in order to keep the food fresh.

On December 31, around 6ish pm came here with my uncle and aunt. They had previously told me the food here was good and my uncle was happy to go and see the changes. He said he would drive from Oxnard, about an hour and a half away to eat here. Went to eat before going to the casino side. The food was okay. I was hoping to have some type of steak or chicken but none were available. We were seated right away but 15 minutes of us being there it got busy. There was a line of people waiting to be seated. Plates were picked regularly. The fruits were okay. Just hoping for a variety of options would have been available. Now dessert. I got cookies and cream, tasted a bit off but okay. BUT the berries and cream were boom! Simple and so good. It had berries, raspberries and whip cream on the side. So good! Got about 5. Wanted more but thought others should also have a chance to try it out. Pretty pricey for 3 people.

M husband and I gave the ‘new’ Buffet two tries.
We were both very disappointed with the changes.
Most notable is the poor overall food quality and the lackluster
preparation.
The ‘snow crab’ legs are only offered cold. They were pencil thin and so
soft that you could bend them in half.
There is nothing special about this cafeteria style menu.
The previous buffet wasn’t great but now it is embarrassing.
The roast beef was better on our second try, but at 35.00
a person?

We made reservations for Willows through Open Table for New Years Eve, but received an email that our reservations could not be honored. We were not pleased at all and called to complain, but was told they would try to get us in but we probably wouldn’t be seated but they would get us to the front of the line at the Buffet. We tried for over an hour a half to get into Willows but couldn’t so we had to settle on the Buffet and the charge for four of us was $ 150. This was our first time back since the remodel, and you can dress a duck in a tuxedo, but it’s still a duck.
The crab legs were very thin and hard to get meat out of, the sushi rolls were stale and hard, they offered beef brisket, but had a 20 minute wait on it, the sides were dried out. The entrée choices were very buffet like and not very appealing. The service is slow and poor, the people behind the counters were unknowingly of what they were serving. I will give them high marks on the desert display. Not worth the price nor hassle.

I agree with Sharon, it is way over priced for what they have. I would much rather of paid that price going to a nice restaurant. I also felt the food was mediocre.

My wife and I visited The Buffet at Chumash Casino on Monday, December 14. 2015 for dinner. I have been going up to the casino from neighboring city Goleta for many years and am very aware of the resorts amenities.
I decided to venture up to try the newly remodeled «The Buffet» (previously Creekside Buffet) and I was absolutely blown away by the transformation that had gone on during the closure.
Upon reaching the top of the escalator, you are immediately greeted by a Las Vegas style payment arrangement with open and inviting lanes and multiple cashiers. It was Monday night and not a lot of people know its reopened yet, but until December 23^rd, 2015 they are offering HALF OFF for all patrons with a Club Chumash Card. This brings the normally $ 22.95/lunch $ 29.95/dinner buffet down to only $ 11.48/lunch $ 14.98/dinner.
I lived in Las Vegas for several years and have experienced many of the luxury resort buffets. I like to consider myself somewhat of an expert in this field.
I am absolutely shocked and impressed at the display of different foods and the excellent performance of the staff. Food is presented in small portions. Everything is freshly prepared. I never once felt like I was dumping food on my plate.
Fresh pork al pastor tacos being served off the bone, accompanied by a selection of nearly 20 different salsas and guacamoles. That was all very impressive.
The seafood was FANTASTIC! They had an amazing selection of crab, shrimp, salmon, and SWORDFISH! The swordfish was just barely overcooked but the fact that it was on the buffet blew my mind. There is also a very notable honey walnut shrimp in the Asian section that is out of this world. (The wife really loved this one!)
There are many things that I know I’m missing, but I also need to mention that the prime rib was perfectly tender.
The desserts… Just wow! About EIGHT different gelatos, cheesecake bites, opera cakes, salted caramel tarts, and many other small portioned goodies! We didn’t feel guilty about trying about twelve different things between the two of us.
The everyday price is a little hard to swallow, but the food and service are worth it. They were a little slow refilling our drinks, but cashier and kitchen staff were fantastic.
I am VERY IMPRESSED at the unbelievable turnaround that the casino has finally made to this important part of their resort experience. We will be making the trip up often as we enjoy the gaming and entertainment venue, and now the new buffet.

The Chumash Casino buffet has finally opened. Be prepared for a shock when you go to pay. Its $ 22.95 for lunch and a whopping $ 32.95 for dinner. They have international stations but one can only eat so much. The food is better than in the past but not enough to make me want to pay more than i would at any nice restaurant in town. Considering it is a casino and people have paid a lot to their machines already, this feels like gouging. $ 64 for dinner for two is overpriced.

Honestly. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE!!! 7 of us went here for Sunday brunch we hardly ate anything. The poor selection I could deal with. But the quality of food and taste was HORRIBLE. I really think dog food would taste better. Expensive, poor service, terrible food.

Buffet sucked on New Year’s Day. No decent seafood except for some bland cocktail shrimps.
I was hoping for king crab legs, made the drive and was so disappointed. For the most part, food was alright. Decent. Anyway if you eat here you’ll leave smelling like smoke.

The food was okay but not worth 64 $ for two people. You get 5 bucks off if you have a club card that you have to sign up for. For the price we were expecting a bigger variety. We won’t be returning

I don’t know what the poor reviews are all about. Yes it doesn’t have the selection of a Vegas buffet. If you want that you should go to Vegas.
My wife and i came up to Los Olivos for a quick weekend get away. The lunch buffet has a small selection of dishes but quality and preparation were good. I liked the stuffed ravioli, tri tip and my wife liked the fish. They had a pasta bar that looked good however we didn’t get to it since we wanted to get back to Los Angeles before dark.

Seriously so awful. STAY AWAY!!!
They’re nearly Vegas prices with wayy less selection and wayyyyy less quality. The salad was probably the best thing I ate here for $ 30. They had guac and other mexican sides, but not actual main mexican dishes, which seriously confused me. They had some shrimp that tasted funky, and their pastas had no flavor. Even their fruit looked old, and the cheese tasted like it had gone bad. I didn’t even enjoy the chocolate fountain because the guy behind the pastry desk wouldn’t let me even dip my own strawberries, he had to do it for me. Talk about a fun sucker! Not sure why people ever eat here… meh blehhh!

They could be 5 Stars. But selection & quality is lacking. They never have had rare prime rib. I asked why and each employee had their own reason. Now today I was told prime rib has been discontinued except on Sunday’s.

Not impressive if you’ve been to buffets at places like Pala, Pechanga, Harrahs Rincon or Valley View. Creekside is in a smaller room, maybe 40 feet by 50 feet with the entire center of the room being a place for desserts (which were the best part of the meal) except for a small area for omelets. The salad area was nice, the rest was just OK. Glad it was comped or I would have been more disappointed. Hope your experience is better than ours.

I agree with the other reviewers that this place is overpriced. Dinner was great but definitely not worth $ 23 per person. Compared to other casino buffets, this one lacks scale and variety. Luckily, taste and quality did not suffer. Dinner costs $ 18 if you sign up for a players card. Items I liked:
Seafood cioppino: Made to order soup with shrimp, clams, mussels, and crawfish. The broth was light but flavorful. The seafood was fresh and just amazing. This was easily the highlight of my meal.
Roast tri tip: Tender and juicy with a side of au jus and horseradish. It goes great with garlic roasted veggies and mashed potatoes.
Veal parmigiana: Goes great with the lasagna.