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| - Big Buddha was recommended as a place with "great shrimp" and they didn't disappoint in that regard. My family and I got lunch here on Memorial Day Weekend and shared the following dishes:
1) Jumbo Fried Shrimp (4) appetizer... $4.25
2) Beef Chow Fun
3) Shrimp with Lobster Sauce
4) Orange Peel Chicken
5) Egg Rolls (2) appetizer... FREE with Yelp app check-in
Ambiance:
-upscale decor, tastefully designed without being the slightest bit kitschy
-A/C kept the place nice and cool (almost cold) in the AZ summer
-nice patio outside, great for cooler weather
-several tables during the weekend lunch
-TV in the corner, a bit distracting
-one male and one female bathroom in the back, a bit awkward when there's a wait.
Service:
-our busser (female) was very friendly and stopped by the table several times to inquire about our meals, refill drinks, etc.
-the waiter (male) literally took the order and that was it, he didn't seem too interested in our table, specifically. Had to go find him to use the Yelp check-in freebie.
Food:
1) Jumbo Fried Shrimp: great appetizer, went way too fast, would recommend ordering more than one for your table!
2) Beef Chow Fun: pretty tasty, lots of noodles and beef, would like to see more green veggies, too. Next time I will order spicy, if possible.
3) Shrimp with Lobster Sauce: the shrimp were amazing, succulent, delicious; however there weren't that many in there! we were left with a plate full of lobster sauce and vegetables before the dish even got around the table once.
4) Orange Peel Chicken: crunchy texture outside, juicy chicken inside. Winner! I would happily order it again. Not spicy at all, would recommend asking for hot.
5) Egg Rolls: great as a freebie, wouldn't order it on my own. Flavorless, kinda mushy veggies in the middle. Not a fan of the sweet and sour sauce/mustard they give you.
Overall, this place doles out tasty dishes with consistent table-side service. I look forward to dropping in from time to time. Sure beats driving all the way down to PF Changs!
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