Fred Harvey Restaurant
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Fred Harvey Restaurant

4.6
·491k reviews·,

Experience a unique dining journey at Fred Harvey Restaurant, a historic Route 66 spot with a train-theme and buffet-style American fare.

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Fred Harvey Restaurant

Fred Harvey Restaurant

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Experience a unique dining journey at Fred Harvey Restaurant, a historic Route 66 spot with a train-theme and buffet-style American fare.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Amidst a charming train-themed ambiance, the buffet offers a range of American dishes with notable desserts."

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Popular Dishes

Opt for turkey or pork chops during special occasions like Thanksgiving for a better experience.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 9PM

Cuisine

American Buffet

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(928) 635-4010

Address

233 N Grand Canyon Blvd, Williams, AZ 86046, USA

Insta-Factor

Medium

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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Delights

Thanksgiving Day Buffet Delights

Savor tender meat selections and exquisite desserts like the warm apple-caramel blossom.

Themed Train Ambiance

Themed Train Ambiance

Dine in a unique setting with a train-station theme and a model train running overhead.

Sweet Endings

Sweet Endings

Indulge in decadent desserts like chocolate cake and cheesecake.

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Popular Dishes

Opt for turkey or pork chops during special occasions like Thanksgiving for a better experience.

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Peak Time Awareness

Anticipate potential service delays during busy periods; hot sauce can enhance your meal.

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If unsure about the buffet quality, ask to view it before paying.

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Bring Cash for Tips

Consider cash for tips as credit card gratuities may not be supported.

Popular Dishes

Opt for turkey or pork chops during special occasions like Thanksgiving for a better experience.

Peak Time Awareness

Anticipate potential service delays during busy periods; hot sauce can enhance your meal.

Check Buffet First

If unsure about the buffet quality, ask to view it before paying.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

While the themed ambiance and desserts receive some praise, many diners express disappointment with the quality, preparation, and restocking of the buffet food, often citing it as overpriced, especially when included in packages. Service can be hit-or-miss, with some servers being polite but overwhelmed.

"We had a wonderful dinner and breakfast here in the Grand Canyon Railroad Package. Both meals are served buffet style with plenty of options. I loved the railroad train that travels on top, around the restaurant. Service was outstanding. There is an attached gift shop. This restaurant is adjacent to the hotel- very easy walk. They are both adjacent to the train depot, so everything is close together."

The Popescus

"Spend the money at one of the numerous, other, local restaurants that is 5 minutes walking distance away in "downtown" Williams.

This is a very convenient location to dine if you are staying at the Railway Hotel.

Our meals at Fred Harvey Restaurant were part of a train ride and lodging package.

For us, it began as a dinner buffet. I chose pork loin to start. Decided it was tasty, and went back for seconds. They ran out and never refilled it. We're not talking about near closing, but at 7 PM!

Another patron and I were eyeing for nearly an eternity to see when they would replace the soup that ran out at the beginning of my dinner buffet. I had to personally ask for the soup to be replaced at the buffet before they did it.

The BBQ chicken was very dry and chewy.

The pasta bar looked promising. Unfortunately, the alfredo sauce was watery and not rich in taste.

Salad was very "mid".

The only highlights were the (probably) store-bought frozen cheesecake and chocolate cake dessert and soft-serve ice cream with toppings.

They did slightly redeem themselves with the omelete bar at the breakfast buffet. The egg benedict was interesting - it's not your typical benedict. The chicken nuggets were a bit on the harder side. Mini corn dogs are passable for kids - they'll probably eat anything. The orange juice was very watered down.

It's very clear that the servers that will bring water / drinks are overwhelmed at peak meal times. The service is very hit-and-miss.

The first night's buffet dinner left such a negative impression that we ended up getting our 2nd night's dinner elsewhere, even though we had already paid for the buffet.

Approach the buffet at your own discretion and with extreme prejudice."

John Lin

"We were greeted by the hostess and for 2 people it was $68. We were shown to our seats, and then headed to the buffet.
We were very disappointed. There was a pasta bar, but it didn't look very appetizing. I skipped the pasta and hit the main buffet. They had a lot to choose from. Not!! The mini corn dogs, chicken nuggets, fries, mashed potatoes, fish sticks, chicken and rice. Corn dogs and chicken nuggets where hard. They had a salad bar. Some medium rare tenderloin that you got about two small strips of. I would not recommend this place. Save your money. If you doubt this review, I would ask the hostess if you can go look at the buffet first. Two positive things, 1 the servers were very polite. 2 the guy who brought out the drinks and cleaning extra plates off the table did a great job. We gave him a tip."

Izzy Sanchez

What People Like

Themed train atmosphere
Desserts like cheesecake and chocolate cake
Polite waitstaff

What People Dislike

Low food quality
Poorly prepared dishes
Food not restocked

Frequently Asked Questions

Fred Harvey Restaurant offers a buffet-style dining experience with a train-station theme and live entertainment.

The train theme can be engaging for families, but reviews on food quality vary significantly. Consider viewing the buffet before committing.

During Thanksgiving, turkey and pork chops were noted as popular and enjoyable choices.

Popular dessert options include chocolate cake and cheesecake, which have been highlighted as positive aspects of the meal.

It's advisable to bring cash for tips, as their system may not always support credit card gratuities.

Yes, its location adjacent to the Grand Canyon Railroad Package and hotel makes it very convenient for travelers.