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Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City, Universal City, CA

Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City

4.4
4.4
1663 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 91 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
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Los Angeles’ ultimate seafood & prime rib buffet featuring high quality and locally sourced selections of seafood paired with a multi-cultural feast inspired by flavors from around the world.

Enjoy all you can eat king crab legs, steamed lobster, oysters, shrimp, roasted duck, prime rib, filet, sushi, and bottomless beer/wine sips!
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (818) 509-2030
  • Website
    http://www.cafesierrahilton.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Edy Lucas
  • Catering
    Plan any special occasion at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City hotel. This stunning venue in the heart of the entertainment capital of Los Angeles will transform any occasion into an unforgettable event. From intimate gatherings to large galas, our flexible 16,000 sq. ft. ballroom can accommodate all needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Los Angeles’ ultimate Seafood + Prime Rib Buffet located inside the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City hotel. Featuring high quality and locally sourced selections of seafood paired with a multi-cultural feast inspired by flavors from around the world.
  • Private party contact
    Elbe Chu-Peterson: (818) 509-2067
  • Location
    555 Universal Hollywood Dr, Universal City, CA 91608
  • Neighbourhood
    Universal City
  • Cross Street
    Lankershim Blvd.
  • Parking details
    $12+Tax self-parking $18+tax Valet parking (for non-hotel guests with a maximum of 3 hours)
  • Public transit
    Universal City Metro Station. Universal Studios Shuttle Available from Metro Station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve & Day Seafood Buffet

    US$159.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024
    Join us for our all you can eat seafood buffet on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day! Discover a delicious selection of fresh seafood, savory dishes, and festive favorites. Available all day for brunch and dinner along with live entertainment, it's the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends!
    Christmas Eve & Day Seafood Buffet photo

  • Holiday Unlimited Seafood Buffets

    US$159.00 per person

    Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Celebrate the holidays with our all you can eat seafood buffet featuring unlimited wine, beer, and champagne, offering a wide array of fresh seafood, paired with live entertainment open daily throughout the month of December!
    Holiday Unlimited Seafood Buffets photo

  • Special Brunch Menu

    US$109.00 per person

    Dec 21, 2024 - Mar 2, 2025
    Weekend Special Brunch Menu (includes lobster claws, lobster Thermidor, and bottomless wine, beer, and champagne)
    Special Brunch Menu photo

Menu

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What 1,663 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Great for brunch

  • San Fernando Valley / Valencia

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City offers a standout seafood buffet experience that many guests describe as "excellent quality" and "great value." Diners rave about the "fresh seafood," especially the lobster and king crab legs. The ambiance is inviting, enhanced by live music, and the attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience. Despite some mixed reviews on service and pricing, the buffet's extensive variety and high-quality offerings make it a popular choice for special occasions.

1,663 Reviews

  1. Don

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food in a very nice setting. Our only problem was that we were on a table in direct line to the cold seafood.

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  2. Phoebe

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s so worth it if you a crab and lobster lovers because they are just there for all you can eat and all the seafood quality are quite fresh but all other food including hot dishes, meat and desserts are mediocre. Service was also mediocre. Our server was very nice and friendly but we would have to ask for at least 2 times before we could get what we want (like straws, drinks, wet towels, etc). I think it was maybe too busy for them. The atmosphere is not what you think a hotel is. It’s more like a diners setup even on Christmas Eve.

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  3. steve

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All you can eat seafood buffet. Overall quality is good. $109 per person is pretty fair for the amount and quality of food.

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  4. Joseph

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very attentive staff. We felt welcomed and was encouraged to walk around as much as we wanted. Very enjoyable experience.

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  5. Vickie

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The loss was delicious. Our server was superb. Thank you. 

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  6. James

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Pre-COVID, this was once a “go-to” destination when celebrating special occasions. The food, ambiance and service were once top notch, and provided good value for the dollar. Our party of four returned after several years only to find that now everything has been scaled back… the service wasn’t up to par, the ambiance was just okay, and accept for the Alaskan King Crab Legs and Lobster, the food was sub-par.

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  7. Paul

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was one of the best Lobsters I have ever had. Food quality, selection and drinks were great! Definitely make that trip back down south at least once or twice a year to eat this buffet!!!

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  8. Michelle

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Although the buffet had a large variety of seafood and it was fresh, for the amount of cost vs the quality of the seafood did not quite meet the same level. What did take me by surprise was the desserts. WOW. I am definitely not a sweet tooth person which saids a lot, but the level of all the different French pastries and the “out of this world crème brulee” surpassed the entire entree buffet!! The deliciousness of desserts were definitely made from trained experts so a HUGE THANK YOU SHOUT OUT TO THE DESSERT TEAM!!

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  9. Luis

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thinking of difference between price and value this food is worth every dollar of your money, in my opinion seafood was top quality in n all of their items and as far as service Javier will meet your expectations . Overall great place to enjoy with your family I ask Juan Pablo to warmup my Alaskan seafood and in 2 minute was ready. Thank you for a very nice lunch , can wait to go back .

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  10. Kris

    Portland

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience- our 2nd time here but it won’t be the last. Love the experience, the food and the service is totally outstanding. We asked for a quiet area due to some hearing issues and they immediately accommodated. Plus our service from Santos was superb. Thank you, we’ll see u next time. ❤️

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FAQs

Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City is rated 4.4 stars by 1663 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 91 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City

555 Universal Hollywood Dr, Universal City, CA 91608

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lankershim Blvd.
  • Neighbourhood
    Universal City
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 6:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    $12+Tax self-parking $18+tax Valet parking (for non-hotel guests with a maximum of 3 hours)
  • Public transit
    Universal City Metro Station. Universal Studios Shuttle Available from Metro Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Edy Lucas
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.cafesierrahilton.com/
  • Phone number
    (818) 509-2030
  • Catering
    Plan any special occasion at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City hotel. This stunning venue in the heart of the entertainment capital of Los Angeles will transform any occasion into an unforgettable event. From intimate gatherings to large galas, our flexible 16,000 sq. ft. ballroom can accommodate all needs.
  • Private party facilities
    Los Angeles’ ultimate Seafood + Prime Rib Buffet located inside the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City hotel. Featuring high quality and locally sourced selections of seafood paired with a multi-cultural feast inspired by flavors from around the world.
  • Private party contact
    Elbe Chu-Peterson: (818) 509-2067
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