Sizzler

Tim is a really incredible server. He was attentive, kind and really provided excellent customer service! Will come back again.

What the hell is going on at this particular Sizzler? Who's running it? And why isn't that person, the CEO of the whole damned chain?First off, it is properly and fully staffed, so the place is neat and the (entirely traditionally American) salad bar is well maintained and full of fresh, clean vegetables. Second, the burger here was entirely properly cooked, with the right amount of salt. The garlic mashed potatoes were the only letdown -- they were clearly reconstituted from flakes a few hours ago.Now I grant you, there's nothing challenging or spectacular about the meal. And the lighting is a bit medical. But for this particular genre of food and service, this particular Sizzler is absolutely nailing it.Believe it or not, this is actually a date place, for a certain kind of quirky date -- for example, if you're both short on cash but want a night out anyway. My low maintenance girlfriend loved it. Sizzler, of all damned places!This review does NOT apply to the Sizzler chain in general.

Not many of these left, the one I frequented in SGV as a kid shut down years ago. Didn't realize there was once so close to me in OC. Once in a while we just feel like reliving our youth with our daughter by going to establishments that were around in the 80's & 90's. This was a great example of one.This location was clean (as clean as a restaurant at this price range could be). The experience was just like I remembered, we looked over the menu on the wall and did our best memorize it as we walked to the register and repeat it. I was glad to see they had another laminated menu there, made it much easier to order without stretching my neck and looking right. IYKYK.The steak was cooked to a medium well as I request, it was nice a smoky just like I remembered. The shrimp we got was the small fried ones, it was mostly batter with a tiny shrimp inside. The best thing at sizzler of of course the "salad" bar where it was just endless amounts of American essentials, the do it yourself tacos that would make Mexican ancestors roll over in the resting place and weird yet oddly delicious fried chicken wings where the batter puffed up 1/4 inch from the actual wing. And of course the salads with way too many dressings and topping to name.I would definitely frequent this establishment now that I know it's here. It's not the best thing you can have, but there are days where you just miss Hometown Buffett or Souplantation...or is that just me?

The site: Free standing building with ample parking even on busy Friday or Saturday nights. This is without doubt the most modern Sizzler both exterior but especially the interior, bright and clean with neon light accents.Service: You peruse the large illustrated menu on the wall prior to the cashier and prepay your meal. You pick your table or booth, and the server checks your ticket, brings your drinks and cheese toast if you want (say yes to this). Food sometimes comes out quickly but slow during busy times. They also replace salad bar items regularly. They bring refills promptly most of the time.The vibe: A wide variety of people during the daytime but during weekends, noisy and crowded. lots of families with kids hanging near self serve ice cream and desserts. The clientele matches the overhead music from the 70's, 80's - and 90's. No Sza or Shaboozey here but you'll hear Earth, Wind, and Fire, and classic rock.During those decades, Sizzler was king of sit down restaurants but is still is popular here. There are a few TV screens, and mostly booths. The food: All you can eat salad bar, steaks, and seafood. Though prices have soared recently, the salad bar is still my favorite. We need to eat more fiber and whole foods to prevent diabetes and metabolic syndrome,. The prepared salads and desserts include imitation crab, cole slaw, macaroni, sliced peaches, jello, and spinach, my favorite. Some less healthy but popular options are fried chicken wings, spaghetti with turkey meatballs, tacos, and desserts. The steaks have improved since my last review, when now, even the sirloin is tender and juicy, thanks for obviously salt brining them (a technique used by all Chinese restaurants). I've grown to really like this place. As much as I like Pho, Italian, Japanese, and other foods, I love and miss the American food places. The weekend crowds make me optimistic that they''ll survive the dip in restaurant patronage. My steak came out perfectly, though sometimes they're underdone. The salad items are usually fresh. This is a monthly trek for me and worth half hour drive - just be patient if you have to drive here during rush hour or near the Irvine Spectrum.

We called around all afternoon on Xmas day and most restaurants were closed.Someone finally answered the phones at Sizzler!We knew it would be crowded there since they are one of the few restaurants that were open but didn't realize how long the line was.Salad bar is always super fresh and good. Many choices. Several varieties of soups. They also have the taco bar but I hardly even touch it. Too much foods and usually already full by the time I finish my salad.Steak is okay. I ordered a grilled chicken club this time since we were at All that Shabu the night before with the family.Way too much eating for 2 buffets in 2 nights in a row. :)

So glad we came in to Sizzler today! Monica, our server, was so pleasant and attentive. Their salad bar is always the best, but food always tastes better with great service. We WILL be back :)

Food was amazing as well as the service thanks to Gaby for the amazing hospitality didn't have to ask for anything as drinks were refilled on time and brought us everything we needed to enjoy our meal! 10/10 experience the ambiance was very calming.

The food and service was amazing. Monica was helpfu.the Ambiance was great chill place.

gabby at lake forest location is a great server ---will return and ask for her she always very attentive

Yummy.......Nice place and good food for lunch and dinnerAll servers here all nice too