On the eve of visiting one of the best cities in the nation for cuisine I chose today to slum it. Yes, I know. I have sworn off Chinese’s Buffets every since a buddy of mine (health inspector) told me I should, but when a place calls themselves a “Gourmet Buffet” it peaks my interest enough to at least try it out. Consider me to be the guy who tastes things for the king, you know, to see if it’s poisoned.
“Hopstick, a Gourmet Buffet” is located on the corner of 23rd and Main close to down town Boise. If you’re a local you may remember this location as a Denny’s about 10 years ago when those of us in our now early to mid thirties were known to “party it up” down town. Wow, does anyone even say that anymore? Did they ever? I better reserve my walker and cane for the next kegger.
Walking in the door it appears to look as most other buffet places would. Other than the patrons are not as large as those at “Chuck o Rama” and a bit younger than those at the “Golden Corral”. But how would I know, I’ve never even been to Golden Corral. Anyway, it’s a clean place (surprised?), reasonably priced, friendly staff and very diverse crowd.
The crowd is made up of a broad financial spectrum of people from the homeless to the politician. If you do find yourself next to the politician, just make sure it’s not Larry Craig and his happy feet trying to tap dance his way into your pants.
Buffets and certainly Chinese buffets are not for everyone but if you like Chinese food you need to try this place. There are more choices on the buffet than any one person can try in a single meal so I would suggest looking at the selections prior to loading your plate. Everything I had from the egg foo young to the sushi was very good. I would say this place could rival any of the Chinese restaurants I have been in from coast to coast. It would also be safe to say you won’t be hungry in an hour.
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3 comments:
Sounds good, and I don't even like Chinese that well. Try out all of the restuarants in Boise and when I come you can take me to your favorite.
Kimberly
Hey-- I love reading your blog and your buffet efforts always make me smile- unfortunately I have been along for one. But I must admit i have been to a buffet recently. I went to Madhuban on State and Glenwood on a Sunday- and they only serve Buffets on Sunday. I had to have some Indian food so I stayed and since the place was full of Indian people I figured it couldn't be too bad! I was so full when I left- I could have died! Make sure you wash it all down with a nice Mango drink.
I have also eaten at The Spicy Pickle- this one was in Denver. I went there because it was voted best Sandwich in Denver. I have even thought about opening a Spicy Pickle here in Boise-- but I don't know if I want to pay Franchise fees. What do you think?
Brooke B
I think you can do better than the Spicky Pickle Brooke. It was a good place but come on. I don't know what kind of fees they want for the name but like anything else it all comes down to location.
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