Gone are the days of the $1 buffet in Las Vegas. Now $175 buffets offer luxury dining

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by By JESSICA HILLJanuary 31, 2026 at 01:23 PM

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Las Vegas buffets have evolved significantly since the first one opened 80 years ago. The original Buckaroo Buffet offered inexpensive cold cuts and cheese for $1, aiming to attract visitors and encourage casino spending. Today, the landscape has shifted, with fewer buffets available. However, some now offer luxury dining experiences, such as the A.Y.C.E Buffet in the Palms resort-casino. These high-end buffets can cost $175 and feature premium items like lobster tail and prime rib, along with unlimited drinks. The shift reflects a change in the Las Vegas dining scene, moving away from cheap, quick meals to more extravagant options.

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