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42-07 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355
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TheExploreist's review of East Buffet says "weekends mean a long wait and crowded rooms," but notes the wait is manageable — "never longer than 20 minutes" even during peak hours, thanks to a number-and-seating-area system that moves quickly.
The same review says it's "never difficult to secure a reservation" here — unlike destination spots that need months of lead time — and recommends arriving before 11am on weekends specifically to beat the crowd and keep the wait to a minimum.
Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.
Reservations: Reservations generally easy to secure, no long lead time needed
Walk-ins: Yes, take-a-number system with typical wait under 20 minutes
Arrive before 11am on weekends to beat the crowd
TheExploreist reports the wait is never longer than 20 minutes even at peak times, though weekends bring crowded rooms and longer lines than weekdays.
Yes — TheExploreist notes it's "never difficult to secure a reservation" here, unlike buffets that require booking months ahead.
Yes, walk-ins are common; you'll take a number and wait in a seating area, typically no more than 20 minutes per TheExploreist.
Sources: TheExploreist