Dishes You Should NEVER Order at Golden Corral
Rare steaks may appear premium at Golden Corral but typically don’t meet expectations due to the buffet’s logistics. This creates a texture nightmare, as heat lamps dry out the edges unevenly, leaving the centers undercooked.
A fan favorite at Golden Corral is Chocolate Wonderfall – a cascade of warm, melted chocolate for dipping in fruits, marshmallows, and other choice bites.
Golden Corral’s mac and cheese can quickly become unappetizing. The creamy surface often becomes a dry crust, while the pasta underneath is overcooked and mushy. Under heat lamps, dishes that use a lot of sauces or cheese start to degrade in quality within 30 minutes.
Although tempting, Golden Corral’s soups tend to sit in warming trays all day. The National Restaurant Association notes that soups, common at many buffets including Golden Corral, can take a hit in quality when prepared in bulk or held at high temperatures for long periods of time.
Golden Corral’s potatoes are often made from instant mixes, which often have a grainy, fake feel. Left sitting for hours, they can dry out or develop a congealed surface.
Golden Corral doesn’t serve good pizza, often with soggy crusts or overly chewy cheese. The pies are mass-produced and sit under heat lamps, which can make them appear flavorless.
Golden Coral’s hot dogs are another filler item that isn’t fresh. Left unwrapped, they can get rubbery and bland — unlike the juicy texture of a freshly grilled hot dog.