Buffet des Continents offers an extensive culinary journey featuring a massive variety of international specialties alongside traditional Canadian and Italian comfort food. Patrons navigate multiple cooking stations that highlight diverse global flavors, ranging from freshly prepared stir-fries and succulent roasted meats to authentic pasta dishes and artisanal pizzas. The establishment maintains a high-volume service model designed to showcase a broad spectrum of hot and cold items presented in a standardized, self-serve environment. Professional staff manage consistent replenishment of dishes to ensure that all selections remain readily available for guests throughout the venue. This facility utilizes a distinct, structured approach to banquet-style dining that emphasizes variety and accessibility across all culinary offerings. Every section of the sprawling food display focuses on specific regional profiles to provide a cohesive experience for visitors seeking diverse, multi-cultural selections in a functional space.
Reviews for Buffet des Continents reflect a highly polarized dining experience. Many visitors appreciate the wide variety of dishes, the international theme, and the family-friendly atmosphere, noting that it is an ideal spot for large groups and children. However, consistency remains a significant issue, with many guests reporting that food quality can be hit-or-miss, ranging from fresh and tasty to bland, stale, or poorly maintained. Service experiences vary drastically, with some staff described as professional and kind, while others are criticized for being rude, inattentive, or overwhelmed during busy periods. Concerns regarding cleanliness, long wait times, and the lack of reservation options on weekends are recurring themes. While some diners consider it a good value for the quantity of food offered, others feel the pricing is too high for the perceived quality, leading to a divide between those who enjoy the abundance and those who are disappointed by the operational standards.
I honestly couldn't believe what happened. During my visit, one of the waiters vomited onto our table. We had already paid in advance, & despite the situation, we were still charged full price. That alone completely ruined the experience, & the way it was handled made it even worse. Combined with the poor food, terrible service, & prices that are nowhere near justified, this was my last visit. I used to come here all the time with my family, but I'll never be back & I can't recommend this place to anyone.
Buffet des Continents has something for everyone. Unlike many other buffets, you'll find dishes from different cuisines & flavors, so there's plenty to choose from no matter your taste. It can get pretty noisy, but if you can get a table upstairs, it's much quieter than the main floor. I also highly recommend the pancakes🥞 , they're definitely worth trying! It's a bit pricey, so I wouldn't go all the time, but it's a great place for a celebration or an occasional outing because it's different from most buffets. The only bad things I have to say is that sometimes, during the holidays or if you get there at busy hours like dinner/lunch time, the lines can get pretty long. I recommend trying to taste a little of everything.
Very disappointing experience. The food was very average & honestly not tasty at all. Considering the price, it was definitely not worth it. The staff were extremely rude & made us feel like we were in a school cafeteria being watched & controlled instead of enjoying a family meal. Their attitude toward children was especially unacceptable. We felt unwelcome from the moment we arrived. If you have kids, I do not recommend this place. We paid a lot of money for a very poor experience & left feeling completely disappointed. I would not return or recommend it to others.
Jun 28, 2026
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The general buffet is okay with a decent amount of food & pretty tasty (not healthy).
The meat is very average.
The dessert are GREAT.
The vybe with the flag & the international theme is cool.
The price as everything else in Canada is getting higher & higher.
Ps: I love going on Sunday, it's full of beautiful black queens 😍🤪👌👸🏾
Great place to brunch for a group experience. The decor is well thought of, but the food can be better. The workers...haft are super nice. Those bringing the food at the buffet are rude, grumpy, & with attitude. Like if you're disturbing their breathing process by being there.
-You need to pay in advance & the price is including the taxes.
- There's a lot of parking at the back of the building & also the north side of it.
- Both entrance, the one from entrance door & back parking lot door, are wheelchair friendly.
- Price is good, but only give you access to the buffet, drinks are separate charges.
- Close to highways
Finally, the food smell won't stuck on your clothes, as it's well vented.
Oh, & its free for children under 12 years old. 😀🤩
This buffet has become an absolute joke. Compared to my last visit, almost everything is missing. The options are so minimal now that it barely qualifies as a buffet anymore. Large sections were empty, items were not refilled, & the variety was pathetic.
The food was extremely bad - tasteless, poorly cooked, & clearly not fresh. Some dishes looked like they had been sitting there for hours. Nothing was enjoyable, nothing tasted right, & honestly, some items were hard to even eat.
For the price they charge, this experience is borderline insulting. Quality, quantity, & standards have completely collapsed. This place has clearly cut corners everywhere - food, variety, & overall experience.
I regret coming back. I will never return, & I strongly warn others: avoid this buffet unless you want to waste your money & leave hungry & disappointed.
It's a great place for families & large gatherings. So, if you have no problem with noise, you will be fine. They have a large variety of food, which is very decent as compared to other similar typed restaurants, taste-wise as well. Vegetarians/pescatarians will appreciate the salad & small sushi bar, seafood row (skip the seafood gratin, though), roasted vegetables, & more. I had not been in years, & now you are to pay in advance (wise decision) & the price gravitated to 36.99$ pp with a 12% gratuity to which you can add between 0%, 3%, 6%, & 9%. You are duly told about the 12% tip before paying, so you are well aware of it. Then, a host validates your bill before being seated by another employee. Much more organized that way than before.
I went with friends on a Saturday evening & waited no longer than 5 minutes to be taken care of. So overall, nice casual dining experience, decent food, & ample parking space. Also, the entrance door is behind the building 😉.
Huge selection of delicious food, great quality for the price, & a super fun Mexican theme night! Servers are very busy but clean plates often-water refills & napkins can be slow, but that's expected in a place this big. Probably the best all-you-can-eat in Montreal. We love it here!
Tip upfront at the entrance.. They never came to serve us the f drinks until like 30 mins later & I had to go ask for it since I was already feed up of eating & having nothing to drink ...this place got breakfast used to have good stuff ... Sad to see how the quality is decreasing but price is high.
