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Once a cheap casino lure, Las Vegas buffets are now a high-end luxury experience

Las Vegas buffets have shifted dramatically from their origins as cheap, quick meals designed to keep gamblers on the casino floor to high-priced dining attractions. Once anchored by $1 and $1.99 deals, many classic buffets closed during the COVID-19 pandemic and never reopened, as rising costs and changing dining trends took hold. In their place are food halls, celebrity chef restaurants, and luxury buffets charging up to $175, offering premium ingredients and elaborate experiences.

31 Jan 2026 5:20 pm