“The place was freezing. Bathroom smelled of strong bleach. Most of the food did not taste very well. The food was not even warm. Waitress was rude (reaching over our plates, slamming cups down,kept asking if we were ready to pay, told us goodbye when my husband and son went to the bathroom yet my daughter and I were at the table still), I mentioned to a few employees about the food being cold and asked if something was wrong with the broilers in the buffet...woman just said "Oooo". Sushi was awful. Almost $90. None of us felt full and we felt sick when we were leaving. I told a few people on the way out about our experience. We won't ever go back. Nims Garden and Grand Buffet are so much better, food is always hot, and it costs less. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY AT CHOW TYME!”

“Here’s my detailed - full honest opinion on this place. I visited twice.
Food - 4/5, don’t expect freshness if you’re that guy and come in 30 mins before closing. The food tastes a lot better around actual dinner time.
Sushi - 4.5/5, a lot of options, freshness is mixed, but it definitely hits the spot good enough.
Atmosphere: very nice and cozy decor, sadly there’s no music so it feels a bit dry.
Loudness: Both times it was very quiet.
Service: very friendly. They don’t bother you too much, and they offer you refills and stuff enough.
I will note that I saw our neighboring table absolutely flip out, because there was a piece of fishing line in their crab’s claw, but I personally think they were over exaggerating.
For $15? This place is awesome. I’ll be coming back here.”

“This is probably my family's favorite Chinese buffet. Not only is the food always stocked and hot, but they have hibachi and a great sushi selection. It is a little on the pricey side, but well worth the money. :)”

“Not sure why the low rating. Best buffet ever . Great salad bar, multiple ice creams , delicious cakes, hibachi area mmm so good fave, and the normal buffet foods were really yummy”

“Chow Tyme Grill & BBQ is the best restaurant in Pensacola FL. It is a spacious and welcoming restaurant with a fantastic buffet setup..They offer all-you-can-eat options featuring Chinese, Japanese, and American dishes for everyone. The food is fresh, well-prepared, and the variety is impressive. Great place for families or groups looking for a casual and satisfying meal!”

“Chow Tyme Grill & Buffet is primarily a Chinese buffet, but in an all-you-can-eat format it also offers a variety of Japanese and American dishes.

On their website and in reviews it’s highlighted that they serve a wide range of food, including sushi, seafood, hibachi, as well as vegetarian and vegan options. Guests also mention the convenience of takeout, catering, outdoor seating, and parking.

In summary:
It’s an Asian-style buffet with a focus on Chinese cuisine, complemented by Japanese and American dishes. The format is all-you-can-eat — you choose and serve yourself, just like a classic buffet.”

“We love this place there are Chinese selections plus beef selections, seafood selections, rice, noodles, desserts, ice cream, sushi, and hibachi cooking. And the price is under $20 per person. It’s a great bargain and the food is good.”