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Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City, Universal City, CA

Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City

4.4 (1755)
$50 and over
Seafood
555 Universal Hollywood Dr, Universal City, CA 91608

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
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!

We are a no tipping establishment. A 15% mandatory facility fee will be added to your total bill. The facility fee is not a gratuity and is subject to applicable taxes in accordance with state law. It is used to fund administrative costs to sustain the overall operations of our business.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

Private dining

What 1,755 people are saying

Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Fernando Valley

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City offers a lively atmosphere and "excellent service" with a buffet featuring fresh seafood, including "delicious lobsters" and "king crab legs." Guests appreciate the live music, with standout performances from musicians like Roger Espinoza. The buffet is "worth the price" for seafood lovers, despite occasional service inconsistencies.

1,756 Reviews
  1. Haji

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Place Way too cold so cold the hot food gets cold. For the price I thought the food ,presentation will be grand but it was so mediocre for 400 for two ppl I could have went to Ruth Chris Eddie V Javier and really enjoyed

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  2. Jennifer

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here for the Mothers Day Seafood buffet. The check in process was a bit chaotic due to the crowd. Other than that, everything was great. I enjoyed the unlimited seafood
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded today
    Thank you for the 5-star rating. We do apologize regarding the check-in process however, we are happy to hear that you enjoyed the rest of your experience. We will pass your comments to our team so that we can improve on future experiences. The Cafe Sierra Team

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  3. Seleste

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Definitely come on a empty stomach to get your moneys worth. Amazing deserts for after as well !
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded today
    We are happy to see that you enjoyed dining with us. Thank you for the 5-star rating and kind words! The Cafe Sierra Team

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  4. Sam

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    On top of the already expensive bill they add something called facility change. The tip is not included. For 7 people we ended up paying 1500$ 170$ was the new facility charge! This was second time we were going there and I think it will be the last one!
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded today
    We understand your frustration with the facility charge and the overall cost for your party. This fee helps us maintain our services and is separate from gratuity. We apologize if this wasn't clear and for any disappointment caused. The Cafe Sierra Team

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  5. Thao

    Central Coast1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    No price published. They even added “facility fee” in there, jacked up the price so much higher. Will be no return from us
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded today
    We are sorry to hear that your visit did not meet expectations. We aim to be transparent with our fees and pricing by noting them on our website, menu, and OpenTable. However, we do apologize if these were not disclosed at arrival by our team. We will make sure to address this issue with them to avoid any confusion on future experiences. Thank you for your feedback. The Cafe Sierra Team

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  6. Sherry

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed celebrating my birthday at cafe Cierra 😍🎊🎉🍾🍷
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on April 29, 2025
    We're so glad you enjoyed celebrating at Café Cierra. We hope your special day was filled with joy, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Cafe Sierra Team

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  7. Mark

    Los Angeles37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming here for years. Always terrific. Excellent selection of various foods Seafood selection is incredible. Service is spot on. Easy parking.
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on April 28, 2025
    It's wonderful to hear you've enjoyed our terrific offerings and excellent service for years! We appreciate your kind words about our food and easy parking. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! The Cafe Sierra Team

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  8. Preem

    Tampa5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The only good thing i liked was the seafood. Seafood was fresh and delicious. Oysters, crab legs, big shrimps, scallops, and lobsters were my fav of the night. Others such as prime ribs and duck were very dry. Very limited selections here compared to the price of $160. Every section of food was tiny. They started to clean up and put food away at 9:30 pm when we were still eating. We felt rushed. Very disappointed. The total of 2 was $401. Not worth it in my opinion based on the food selections and service we got.

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  9. Bridgette

    Orange County1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’d give the experience a 8/10 the only reason it wasn’t 10/10 the whole lobsters were over cooked and I was given two king crab legs at a time which is a bit deceiving from what’s promoted on the instagram page . Lamb chops were awesome and the best sangria I’ve ever had
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on April 28, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the lamb chops and sangria. We apologize the whole lobsters were overcooked and for any confusion regarding the king crab legs. We hope to earn that 10/10 on your next visit! The Cafe Sierra Team

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  10. MaryAnn

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing the lobster claws and shrimp were awesome. Also Korean BBQ and fresh sushi 🍣 was outstanding. The bottomless mermosa is a hit. My friends and I stayed for 3 hours and not once did we feel uncomfortable or think we had to leave. It was a wonderful afternoon.
    Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on April 14, 2025
    We're delighted you enjoyed our seafood, BBQ, sushi, and mimosas. Creating a relaxed, enjoyable experience for our guests is our priority. We hope to welcome you and your friends back soon! The Cafe Sierra Team

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FAQs

Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City is rated 4.4 stars by 1755 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. San Fernando Valley
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 53 times today
Google Map for Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City

555 Universal Hollywood Dr, Universal City, CA 91608

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lankershim Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    Universal City
  • Hours of operation
    Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 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
  • Phone number
  • 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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