New Century Buffet

For those who have not yet found it,this little place is in Howell,in the plaza at Grand River and Latson road,on the South side.

We have been here several times,and today's visit was not at all a disappointment.The food was fresh and hot,and the waitresses were promt at clearing away all plates.

It's an interesting mix of Chinese and American fare,and for the size of the restaurant the variety is pretty good.

If you haven't had the cocanut shrimp,I highly reccomend trying it.

I can't resist the string beans,I don't know what it is about them,but I always have to go back for seconds.

For sushi fans,the sushi bar is fully included in the price of the buffet,a rarity in a buffet place.Be sure to tip the sushi chef,he deserves it.

The tables thus far have always been clean,and the staff seems eager to make patrons happy.The dinner price is only $10.00 per person,and it's all you can eat,so there really is no way to not get your money's worth here.Skip the beverage and opt for water,and you can save a couple of bucks.

I didn't even use a coupon! BUT,if you know of one,send the info my way!

The only real dislike I have for New Century Buffet is the roast beef,which isn't really roasted,it's steamed,and it's rather tough and bland,and you have to slice it yourself.So I just steer clear of it and enjoy the other options.

Not quite local

OK,we went to the Bavarian Inn for dinner yesterday while we were in Frankenmuth.

Upon being seated in our booth,the first thing I noticed was the overhead lighting at the table,no not the style,or lack there of,but the DUST.The lamp shade was very dusty,looking around the place,all the lighting appeared to be rather dusty,and in need of a good cleaning,for the lights being so close to your head at the tables,you'd think they would at least dust them once in a while.

OK,so the "Ultimate Family Meal" seems a bit pricey for what you get.You get a sampling of five meats,ok,BUT,for $22.99 a person,plus the cost of seperate beverage,it really doesn't seem like it's worth it.

You don't get a choice of the sides,they just bring you a tray full of sourkrout,buttered noodles,stuffing and squash...a bit of cole slaw,and a bean salad that left a bit to be desired.The squash was good,but I generally like squash anyway,the rest of the sides left me looking for better food.The veal patty,at least that's what I think it was,was overcooked and dried out,the chicken was ok,but it's really hard to mess up fried chicken.The bratwurst tasted like Bologna stuffed in a sausage casing with a little spice thrown in.

The waitperson was more than polite,but when the bill came,it was like sticker shock.
A coupon saved us $6.00,but dinner for two,and the bill was still over $50.00! The meal was mediokre at best,and definately would not be my top choice for dinner again in the future,even if they lower the per person price,they would have to do a lot to improve the food to make it a good value.

If you dare to go for a visit,be sure to pick up the new 2010 Entertainment book,the coupon from the book gives you a free upgrade from the Chicken Dinner to the Ultimate Family Dinner.

Brighton McDonalds

Ok,this is the location on Grand River,just west of the downtown area.

First,I want to say that the staff is friendly and polite,while not falsely covering up each individual's personality.I love that in any place I go.

Second,I must say that the management should really enforce some type of rule for staff members that have wounds on thier hands.

STAFF;you should really be wearing food service gloves if you have a cut of any kind on your hand,regardless if you are cooking the food or just bagging it!

The food was fresh and hot,but I could not get past the image of the young man with the cuts on his hand handing me my food.

Sorry,McD's you get a failing grade in my book on this visit!

Intro

Hello there,if you're reading this,welcome to my blog.

My goal is to introduce you to local(Livingston County area) restraunts,burger joints and in general great or not so great places to eat.

As I visit new places,or follow up on suggestions from anyone who sends me a must see,I will post my opinions here,for all the world to see.

SO,if you want to send me a name or two of you favorite places that you think are worth me checking out,just send me an email!

All suggestions must be within the Livingston County and surrounding area.

Before anyone asks,no I am not a professional chef,nor am I paid by anyone,I am however,someone who enjoys good food and excellent service.