Amidst the bustling pace of life in Tay Do as night falls, the brightly lit streets always embrace a mesmerizing culinary world. The fragrant smell of barbecue smoke mingling in the wind, and the joyful sizzling sounds on the red-hot glowing coals seem to have the power to hold back every passing footstep. Right in the middle of that vibrant culinary picture, the Co 3 Coi Hotpot and BBQ Buffet Chain rises as an irresistible rendezvous, a place exploding with flavors that awaken all senses. Not just a simple meal, this place offers a complete culinary journey where the fatigue of a long day fades away, making room for the joy of reunion and unforgettable rich aftertastes.
Address: 44-46 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Cai Khe Ward, Can Tho
Opening hours: around 14:30 - 22:00 daily
Phone number: 0903 922 311 (can contact to book a table in advance)
Ticket prices:
· Seafood buffet ticket without crab: 210,000 VND/Ticket
· Seafood buffet ticket with crab: 270,000 VND/Ticket
One of the first impressive points when coming to Co 3 Coi is its relatively large scale. The restaurant has a spacious serving area, suitable for groups of friends, families, or large tourist parties. It features an open space with a retractable roof to create a feeling of dining outdoors and to keep the restaurant airy on days with beautiful weather. A quite characteristic feature of the Co 3 Coi model is that each table has a smoke exhaust/ventilation system for grilling, allowing customers to grill their own food right at the table. However, because every table has a grill, the atmosphere can get quite hot and bustling during crowded times.
The parking area is also quite spacious, creating a sense of convenience when dining by motorbike or car. This is a plus point for large groups as they don't have to struggle too much to find a parking spot.
A buffet counter with many dishes, taking a walk around makes you want to take it all!
In nearly 10 years of serving buffets to the locals, Co 3 Coi has always listened and constantly learned to bring the best experience to diners. The food line has many different groups of dishes, from seafood, meat, grilled items, fried foods, vegetables, salads, and prepared foods, to desserts. According to recent reviews from many diners, the restaurant also offers more choices such as shrimp, scallops, oysters, squid, and snails, along with various meats and side dishes.
The bright spot of the buffet model here is that customers can proactively choose dishes according to their taste. If you like seafood, get seafood; if you like grilled meat, get meat; or if you want a light meal, you can choose salads, vegetables, or ready-made dishes. Besides the self-grilling items at the table, the counter also has prepared dishes so customers can grab and eat right away. Therefore, the meal is not limited to just sitting and waiting for the meat or seafood to grill, but you can change dishes continuously.
Another notable point is that the food line is replenished frequently, especially during peak hours. The staff must constantly check and refill dishes to meet the quite large number of customers. Seafood is one of the groups that many diners are interested in. Of course, the quality of the food can depend on the time of visit and the specific dish. Based on many people's reviews, the diner's experience is quite diverse: some highly appreciate the richness of the food, while others think a few dishes are not truly outstanding.
For a large-scale buffet restaurant with a massive crowd, service speed is a crucial factor. This requires Co 3 Coi to have an agile, highly observant staff who continuously perform multiple tasks like refilling food, clearing tables, assisting customers in changing grill grates, or handling issues during the grilling process. The restaurant meets this quite well, leaving a relatively comfortable impression on diners.
The actual experience may vary depending on the time, especially during peak hours. In most restaurants, there will always be compliments and criticisms. Therefore, if you want a more comfortable experience, you might consider arriving early or avoiding peak hours. At the same time, you should also view and refer to reviews from an objective perspective; everyone has different tastes and dining needs, so if you are truly interested in the restaurant, you should come and experience it directly.
A buffet is not just hotpot and BBQ
The interesting point of Co 3 Coi is that diners don't just come here to eat grilled meat. The menu also has many side dishes, prepared foods, and desserts. Some sources have noted that the restaurant offers traditional folk cakes, salads, fruits, fried foods, and many side dishes. In particular, traditional folk cakes are a food group that has received quite positive feedback from diners. A review on Foody once mentioned Banh Xeo (Vietnamese sizzling pancakes) and Banh Khot (mini savory pancakes) being made on the spot and refilled continuously. If going with a family with young children, having many side dishes and desserts also makes it easier for kids to choose instead of just focusing on grilled items.
Ticket prices: Is it worth the money?
Compared to the general buffet market in Can Tho, Co 3 Coi targets the budget to mid-range segment, suitable for groups of customers who want to eat many dishes without spending too much.
Regarding drinks, information on online sources is currently not entirely consistent. Some sources state that the buffet includes soft drinks, while other reviews indicate that drinks must be purchased separately. Therefore, if you are planning to go eat, you should ask the restaurant again about the ticket price and included benefits at the time of booking to avoid confusion.
If judged by the criteria of a buffet restaurant for large groups, Co 3 Coi has quite a few points worth considering.
Plus points:
· Large space, high capacity.
· Convenient parking.
· Diverse menu, many groups of dishes.
· Has both fresh items for grilling and prepared dishes.
· Many choices of seafood, meat, and side dishes.
· The food line is well-replenished.
· Suitable for groups of friends, families, or parties.
· Pricing belongs to the budget to mid-range segment.
Points to note:
· The restaurant can get very crowded during peak hours.
· The atmosphere can be hot due to many grills operating at the same time.
· The quality of some dishes and service speed may vary depending on the time.
· Ticket prices and beverage policies are subject to change; you should check before going.
