
Buffet King Metrocentre
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About Buffet King Metrocentre
Buffet King Metrocentre is an all you can eat buffet restaurant on Mediterranean in Gateshead, arranged into sections for Chinese dishes, seafood, noodles, rice, chicken, and salad, with a separate dessert station. Cola chicken wings and noodles are among the recommended plates, and the dessert station offers cakes, cupcakes, banana cake, fruit, and ice cream. A cocktail and mocktail list runs alongside the food, including Strawberry Daiquiri, Strawberry Bliss, and Anna Lychee. Staff clear plates throughout the meal and keep the hot stations topped up. Guests are asked about allergies or dietary requirements before being seated. Water and juice are charged separately from the buffet price.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Usually plenty of parking
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, parking lot, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cocktails and mocktails, seafood selection, cupcakes and banana cake and cola chicken wings.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention cocktails and mocktails, seafood selection, cupcakes and banana cake and cola chicken wings.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly single out the constant replenishment of hot, fresh dishes as the draw, with the seafood selection, cola chicken wing and noodles, and a dessert station of cupcakes and banana cake drawing particular praise, alongside cocktails like the strawberry daiquiri and mocktails such as Strawberry Bliss. Staff are consistently described as friendly, quick to clear plates, and responsive to allergies, with one reviewer noting a waiter checked every dish for a cinnamon allergy. A couple of reviews push back on value, citing lunchtime pricing and limited variety, and drinks not included in the cost. One diner describes a serious incident in which wontons believed to be vegetarian were confirmed by staff to contain pork, discovered only after eating, with no gesture offered when the bill was paid despite an apology being given. Most others, though, mention returning repeatedly, with several describing coming back after months and still finding the range and freshness satisfying.
Customer Review Summary
Diners repeatedly single out the constant replenishment of hot, fresh dishes as the draw, with the seafood selection, cola chicken wing and noodles, and a dessert station of cupcakes and banana cake drawing particular praise, alongside cocktails like the strawberry daiquiri and mocktails such as Strawberry Bliss. Staff are consistently described as friendly, quick to clear plates, and responsive to allergies, with one reviewer noting a waiter checked every dish for a cinnamon allergy. A couple of reviews push back on value, citing lunchtime pricing and limited variety, and drinks not included in the cost. One diner describes a serious incident in which wontons believed to be vegetarian were confirmed by staff to contain pork, discovered only after eating, with no gesture offered when the bill was paid despite an apology being given. Most others, though, mention returning repeatedly, with several describing coming back after months and still finding the range and freshness satisfying.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“From the service to the food, everything was absolutely fantastic! The food was delicious, there was a great choice, and the price was very reasonable. A huge thank you, especially to one of the waiters. When I told him that I have a serious cinnamon allergy (yes, I know, a very unusual allergy! 😂), he went to check everything for me and showed me exactly what I couldn’t eat. It made such a big difference and, most importantly, made me feel safe and able to enjoy my meal without worrying. Excellent service, delicious food and a great atmosphere. We will definitely be coming back! ❤️”
- Google user
“I visited here for the first time today with my boyfriend to get something to eat after a long day. All the staff were very welcoming, polite and friendly and made us feel very welcome and made sure to tell us where everything was before we sat down and made sure we had no allergies or anything we didn’t like. There was a variety of different things to choose from, from noodles to rice to chicken to seafood there was something there for everyone. The service was very fast and the food was amazing! The food was getting topped up often so it was always hot and fresh, the plates where nice and clean and the staff where very good at keeping on top of all the dirty plates and took them away as soon as we had Finished. I would highly recommend coming here if you get the chance and I will definitely be coming back”
- Google user
“I’m usually a bit skeptical about buffets, but this place completely blew me away. Right from the start, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Even though the restaurant was packed and super busy, the service never slipped. They were always smiling, checking in on us, and clearing away our empty plates right away. The food is amazing. They have a ton of variety, covering everything from a great, fresh salad all the way to a dessert station. If you're looking for a spot where you actually get great quality, awesome variety, and fantastic service all at once, you've got to try this place. We’ll definitely be back for round two!”
- Google user
“Had a really great experience at Buffet King in Metrocentre and it honestly exceeded my expectations. The restaurant was spacious, clean, and had a really nice atmosphere even when it got busy. It’s a great place for family dinners, group gatherings, or just a relaxed meal with friends. The staff were friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. Service was quick and efficient, and plates were cleared regularly without us having to ask, which made the whole dining experience feel very comfortable. What impressed me most was the huge variety of food available. There was a good mix of Chinese dishes, seafood, desserts, and more. Everything was constantly being refilled, so the food stayed fresh and hot throughout the evening.The seafood selection was much better than expected for a buffet. The dessert section was also excellent with plenty of cakes, fruit, and ice cream to choose from. You can really tell they put effort into keeping both the food quality and presentation at a high standard. Overall, Buffet King offers excellent value for money. It’s not just about having lots of choices — the food actually tastes good too, which makes a big difference. Definitely one of the better buffet restaurants around Metrocentre, and I’ll happily come back again.”
- Google user
“Highly recommend coming here, I am a regular customer here and haven’t had any issues or bad experience here. The food is really good and the customer service too. I recommend you try the cola chicken wing and noodles. Further, the cocktails are really good. Strawberry daiquiri is to die for.”
Highlights
“The ever-popular All You Can Eat Buffet is back, full of all your oriental favourites and more!”
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Vegetarian options
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
Show more amenities
- Casual
- Onsite services
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Coffee
- Lunch
- Offerings· 5
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Salad bar
- Wine
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 5
- College students
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Parking· 2
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
- Dining options· 3
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Restaurants near Buffet King Metrocentre
- Sambuca Metrocentre4.38300.7 mi£10–20Outdoor seatingWheelchair accessibleGood for kids
pizza, 3-course lunch special, potato skins
- 1.1 miGood for kidsReservations
egusi, isi-ewu/isewu, jollof rice
- Bianco nero4.3701.4 miReservations
chicken shawarma, lamb shank with rice, overcharging beyond menu prices
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffet King MetrocentreVegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 3.91,899 | — | £20–30 | cocktails and mocktails, seafood selection, cupcakes and banana cake |
| Sambuca MetrocentreOutdoor seating · Wheelchair accessible · Good for kids | 4.3830 | 0.7 mi | £10–20 | pizza, 3-course lunch special, potato skins |
| Culture Restaurant and Bar NewcastleGood for kids · Reservations | 4.6100 | 1.1 mi | — | egusi, isi-ewu/isewu, jollof rice |
| Bianco neroReservations | 4.370 | 1.4 mi | — | chicken shawarma, lamb shank with rice, overcharging beyond menu prices |
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