Beginners Buffet Guide

If you’ve never been to one of the many Las Vegas buffets, you must go. Along with a bit of gambling and a tour of the Strip at night, it is practically a requirement for a first time visitor. Here’s what to expect. First, not all hotels have a buffet. The Venetian, Linq, Bally’s, Park MGM, New York New York and Cromwell do not. In addition, not all buffets are open throughout the day. Some only serve breakfast/brunch some days and others may only offer dinner. All close in the evening so don’t expect to try one at 3 AM. Prices can change dramatically throughout the week. Weekend dinners or brunches are always more expensive than ones during the week. Drinks are included but many locations are making them self serve. Those drinks are generally non-alcoholic unless noted otherwise. Also, many buffets offer a better price for their player’s club members so be prepared by acquiring one first. Finally, a small gratuity is generally expected. Most people just leave a few dollars but you might want to increase that at the more expensive spots or if service is exceptional. Tomorrow we will discuss some of the biggest and best buffets in town.