Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City

Name: Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City
Address: 555 Universal Hollywood Dr, Universal City, CA, United States, 91608
Telephone: (818) 509-2030
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (1751)

$50 and over

Seafood

555 Universal Hollywood Dr, Universal City, CA 91608

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 30, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Great for live music

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
(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
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

Experiences

Mother's Day at Cafe Sierra
$159.00 per person
May 11, 2025 only
Treat mom to a royal feast this Mother's Day! Experience our exquisite seafood buffet, featuring succulent king crab legs and whole Maine lobsters, available May 11th for $159 per adult. It's the perfect way to show her how much she's treasured.

Private dining

Popular dishes

What 1,751 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

Noise • Moderate

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.

1,751 Reviews

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William
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time experiencing the restaurant and it didn’t disappoint at all. We will be coming back.
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 28, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words and for dining with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first experience at our restaurant. We strive to provide exceptional dining experiences for all our guests, and we're delighted that we met your expectations. The Cafe Sierra Team
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Sophia
Los Angeles15 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went there for Chinese new year celebration and as the on line description should have dragon dance that kind of performance, also the menu said have certain Chinese dishes but we didn’t see it , very disappointed , so please do as what flyers said
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 28, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay with us during Chinese New Year. We sincerely apologize for the disappointment you experienced. We strive to provide an authentic and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and we will review your comments with our team to ensure future events accurately reflect the advertised offerings. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. The Cafe Sierra Team
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Estela
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything is so fresh. The best seafood buffet in my experience, so far (and I have been to so many).. it's all worth it. Will definitely be back again.
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 20, 2025
Thank you for the 5-star rating and for highlighting the freshness of our seafood. We are happy to see that you enjoyed dining with us and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Cafe Sierra Team
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Shirley
Los Angeles1 review
3.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Definitely NOT worth $160 per person. 1. The king crab and lobster was over cook. 2. Prime ribs was also over cook and very dry. 3. Bone marrow was dry. For the desserts, omg ! You’re paying $160 and you expect that the dessert will be a little bit better than your dinner. You grab a crème brûlée and it was not good. Crème brûlée is supposed to have a crispy caramelized topping. That’s failed. It was so clumpy. Then you’re excited to try the crêpes. Never I went to a buffet that I pay $100 and the crepes and pre made already. I was like what! Both my husband and I were very disappointed. What a crappy and expensive anniversary dinner.
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 22, 2025
We're so sorry your anniversary dinner fell short of expectations. We appreciate your feedback regarding the king crab, lobster, prime rib, bone marrow, crème brûlée, and crêpes. We'll share this with our culinary team to ensure improvements. Once again we do apologize. The Cafe Sierra Team
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Kivonte
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was amazing I will go every 3 months…………………………..
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 20, 2025
Thank you for your kind words and 5-star rating. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! The Cafe Sierra Team
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Ambar B
Los Angeles2 reviews
2.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The Seafood buffet was very disappointing. The Chinese, sushi and meat stations were better. Service was very spotty and inconsistent. Would not go back.
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 20, 2025
We're so sorry your seafood buffet experience fell short of expectations. We appreciate your feedback regarding the other stations and service inconsistencies. We're addressing this with our team to ensure improvements. We value your feedback as it helps us improve on future experiences. The Cafe Sierra Team
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William
Seattle4 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We absolutely loved our Anniversary Sunday Brunch! I ate a whole Dungeness Crab ; 4 lobster claws; six raw oysters and that was my first pass in the buffet! Our waiter Javier was very attentive and so nice!
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 8, 2025
We're delighted you enjoyed your anniversary brunch and the seafood! Javier and the team strive to create memorable experiences. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon. The Cafe Sierra Team
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Jeana
Los Angeles5 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was freezing in the restaurant. Our server, Javier provided excellent service! The food was excellent! This is our only go to brunch spot!
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 8, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the food and Javier's excellent service. We apologize the restaurant was too cold and will address this immediately. We appreciate you choosing us as your go-to brunch spot and look forward to welcoming you back soon. The Cafe Sierra Team
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Irene
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Javier represents the Hilton and Cafe Sierra with high standards. Javier’s service was impeccable. There was eleven of us in our group . Javier and Cesar were on top of everything to accommodate all of us. We will definitely have more celebrations at Cafe Sierra!🩷
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 8, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled Javier & Cesar provided such impeccable service for your group of eleven. We're delighted you'll celebrate with us again at Cafe Sierra. The Cafe Sierra Team
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Sandra
Orange County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious, great Sea food choices lobster, king crab legs etc
Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal CityResponded on January 8, 2025
We're delighted you enjoyed our delicious seafood, including the lobster and king crab legs! Thank you for the 5-star review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. The Cafe Sierra Team
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FAQs

Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City is rated 4.4 stars by 1751 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 30, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 34 times today

Experiences are available.

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

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

Cafe Sierra at Hilton Universal City

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Mother's Day at Cafe Sierra

Private dining

Cafe Sierra

Custom inquiry

Popular dishes

Lobster

Oysters

Snow Crab Legs

Menu

What 1,751 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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