Visiting an all-you-can-eat buffet is an essential part of the Vegas experience. However, modern Vegas buffets have become more expensive as hotels upgrade their dishes with higher quality ingredients, gourmet options, and diverse cuisines.
This push for superior food quality has driven up prices, leaving only a handful of affordable options. That doesn’t mean cheap buffets lack appeal—on the contrary, they often offer the best value.
For those seeking an upscale, top-tier dining experience, $70+ brunches at Bacchanal, Wynn Buffet, or Wicked Spoon are excellent choices. But if you’re after a fresh, satisfying meal at a cheap price, this guide to the best cheap buffets in Las Vegas has you covered.
Cheap Buffets On-Strip (Under $38)
Some of Vegas’ most expensive buffets are found on the Strip, but there are a couple of cheap options to check out too – so let’s look at those first.
MGM Grand Buffet
Overview
The MGM Grand is one of Vegas’ most iconic resorts, but the buffet is surprisingly affordable, making it a great option for saving some cash.
It specializes in classic American fare, so expect all your breakfast and brunch favorites – along with a few international options if you feel like something a little more unique.
The buffet offers a combined breakfast and brunch sitting every day, finishing at 3pm. Currently, there are no lunch or dinner sittings, although these may return in the future.
Weekends are slightly more expensive, but a wider selection of food is served, and the price includes selected drinks – including some alcoholic beverages.
Highlights
The eggs Benedict are always popular, as are the made-to-order omelets – there are two stations for these to help reduce wait times.
There are pastries for those with a sweet tooth, and an impressive carvery section for those who prefer meat.
For seafood fans, the snow crab legs are always a big draw – but look out for the likes of shrimp cocktail, mussels, clams, oysters and crayfish too.
To finish it all off, there’s a wide range of desserts to choose from too – assuming you’ve still got some space!
Opening times and prices
| Buffet Hours | Prices |
| Weekday Brunch (Mon-Thurs) (8 am – Close) |
Adult: $31.99 Children (5-11): $17.99 |
| Weekend Brunch (Fri – Sun) (8 am – 3 pm) |
Adult: $37.99 Children (5-11): $18.99 |
| Mimosa Brunch (Sat & Sun) (8 am – 3 pm) Brunch with bottomless mimosas. |
Adult: $42.99 |
| All You Can Drink Specials (Gold: Beer, Wine, and Mimosas |
$21.99 |
| All You Can Drink Specials: (Grand: Beer, Wine, Mimosas, and Well Liquors) | $25.99 |
Note: Children below 4 eat for free and those bottomless mimosas are available Fri – Sun only.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations can be made at mgmresorts.com, although they’re not required. A skip-the-line pass is also available and costs $15 per person. The dress code is “casual”, so you can wear anything you want – within reason.
- Address: 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Phone:702-891-5686
The Buffet at Excalibur
Overview
The Excalibur buffet is now open all week, serving brunch from 8am to 2pm daily. The sittings on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays are slightly more expensive, but you can expect a wider range of dishes on those days.
The food on offer includes American and international dishes, with plenty of sweet and savory options to keep everyone happy – and it all comes at a very reasonable low price.
Highlights
Those with a sweet tooth will want to head to the made-to-order crêpe station – and the made-to-order omelet station is a big favorite too.
Other highlights include smoked brisket, iced shellfish and beef birria.
Opening times and prices
| Opening hours | Adult Prices | Children (5 – 11 years old) Prices |
| Weekday Brunch (Mon – Thurs: 7 am – 2 pm) |
$31.99 | $17.99 |
| Weekend Brunch (Fri – Sun: 7 am – 2 pm) |
$37.99 | $18.99 |
| Mimosa Brunch (Sat & Sun: 7 am – 2 pm) Brunch and bottomless mimosas |
$42.99 | |
| All You Can Drink Specials | $18.99 |
The all-you-can-drink option includes beer, wine, mimosas, and well liquors.
Reservations and dress code
The dress code is listed as “casual”, and reservations are not required.
- Address: Excalibur Hotel and Casino, 3850 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Phone: 702 891 1133
The Buffet at Luxor
Overview
Broadly similar to the Excalibur buffet in terms of pricing and selection of food, the Luxor buffet represents another great value option on the Strip.
The buffet is open for brunch – except on Mondays and Tuesdays. Prices are slightly higher from Friday to Sunday.
Prices are very reasonable for the quality and range of food on offer – and you can also choose the unlimited drinks option, which gives you bottomless mimosas and bloody marys for up to an hour and half.
Highlights
One highlight is the huge 30ft salad bar, although for some people, filling up on salad defeats the object of eating at a buffet.
If you want to make the most of the other sections, look out for the excellent carvery featuring slow-roasted beef or ham steamship and roasted turkey. There’s also a homemade pizza area, along with plenty of pastries and desserts for those in search of something sweet.
Opening times and prices
| Opening hours | Adult Prices | Children (5 – 11 years old) Prices |
| Weekday Brunch Wed – Thurs (8 am – 2 pm) |
$31.99 Locals: $26.99 |
$17.99 Locals: $12.99 |
| Weekend Brunch Fri – Sun (8 am – 2 pm) |
$37.99 | $18.99 |
Children below 5 eat for free.
The locals’ discount is only valid for Nevada residents with valid NV ID or driver’s license.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations are not required, and the dress code is listed as “casual”.
- Address: 3900 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Phone: 702-262-4000
Circus Buffet, Circus Circus
Overview
Sadly, the Circus Circus Buffet is only open Friday to Monday. The upside is that they serve both brunch and dinner which include seafood selections and modest carving station staples like prime rib.
The food focuses on American classics, and although it doesn’t have as wide a selection as some of the other buffets on this list, it makes up for it in great prices.
Highlights
The fried chicken and fried shrimp always go down well at the Circus Buffet, and you can also look out for the likes of tacos and burritos. The ice cream section and desserts like carrot cake will please those looking for something a bit sweeter.
Opening times and prices
| Opening hours | Adult Prices | Children (4 – 10 years old) Prices |
| Brunch Sat & Sun (7 am – 2 pm) |
$24.99 | $24.99 |
| Dinner Fri – Sun (4:30 pm – 10 pm) |
$24.99 | $24.99 |
Children below 4 eat for free.
Reservations and dress code
No dress code is stated, and reservations are not required.
- Address: Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Phone: 800-634-3450
Cheap Buffets Off-Strip
For even cheaper buffets, you may have to be willing to go off the Strip to less-expensive regions like Downtown.
Garden Court Buffet at Main Street Station
Overview
The Garden Court Buffet is known for its Victorian-style décor, but despite the opulent backdrop, the prices are surprisingly affordable.
Currently, it is open for brunch every day, with a dinner sitting available on Fridays and Saturdays. The food on offer includes American favorites alongside a range of international dishes.
Note that discounts are available to Emerald-level members and above.
Highlights
The rotisserie chicken is a particular highlight, and the buffet also features dishes from Hawaiian cuisine, something that shouldn’t be missed.
Other specialties include Southern pizzas and Southwestern food in general, and you’ll also find Mexican and Asian cuisines well represented. Look out for sweet options like apple crêpes and blueberry blintzes too.
Opening times and prices
| Opening Hours | Prices |
| Weekday Brunch Mon-Fri: 8am – 2pm |
$23.99 Emerald and above: $20.99) |
| Weekend Brunch Sat & Sun: 8am – 2pm |
$26.99 Emerald and above: $22.99) |
| Dinner Fri, Sat: 4pm – 9pm |
$32.99 Emerald and above: $29.99) |
Children 4-10 are half price. Children 3 & under are free.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations can be made by calling 800-465-0711 but are not required. No dress code is stated.
- Address: 200 N Main St, Las Vegas, NV 89101
- Phone: 702-387-1896
The Garden Buffet at South Point Casino
Overview
Located around five miles south of the main Strip, the Garden Buffet at South Point Casino is a budget-friendly option that’s worth making the journey for.
It features six live-cooking stations – Asian, Mexican, Italian, Barbecue, Chinese and Seafood – and there’s also a Mongolian Grill section where you can create your own dishes.
Highlights
Every night from Saturday to Thursday is Prime Rib Night when prime rib is obviously the star of the show. You can also look forward to peel and eat shrimp, which is available every night too.
Also, Friday nights are seafood nights, so if you love everything from the sea – including crab legs, oysters on the half shell, sushi and more peel and eat shrimp – that’s the time to visit. This option is less cheap, but it’s still great value for money.
Opening times and prices
| Opening Hours | Prices |
| Breakfast (Monday – Friday: 7am-10am) |
$18.95 regular/$15.95 club members |
| Lunch (Monday – Thursday: 11am-3pm) (Friday: 11 am – 2pm) |
$24.95 regular/$20.95 club members |
| Brunch – Prime Rib & Champagne (Sat – Sun: 8am-3pm) |
$33.95 regular/$29.95 club members |
| Prime Rib Dinner (Sat – Thu: 4pm-9pm) |
$33.95 regular/$29.95 club members |
| Seafood Night Dinner (Friday: 3pm-10pm) |
$52.95 regular/$48.95 club members |
Children aged 4-8 eat for half-price, below 4 eat for free.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations are not required. The dress code is stated as “casual”.
- Address: South Point Hotel Casino & Spa, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89183
- Phone: 702-796-7111
Fresh Buffet at Westgate Las Vegas
Overview
The Fresh Buffet at Westgate Las Vegas serves daily brunch and dinner. Both are priced at $27.99, but, if you are a WOW rewards member then you can dine for just $24.99.
It’s a typical budget-friendly Vegas buffet serving plenty of tasty dishes without necessarily doing anything spectacular – all for a very reasonable price.
Highlights
At the carvery section, you’ll find brisket, pork belly, ribs and assorted sausages, and they also serve fried and achiote chicken.
The Asian section has a range of classic Chinese dishes along with pork buns and pot stickers, and you should also look out for the likes of artichoke salad and shrimp cocktail in other sections.
The dessert area includes wholesome favorites like pecan pie and pear or cherry cobbler.
Opening times and prices
| Opening hours | Adult Prices | Children (12 and under) Prices |
| Brunch Daily (7 am – 2 pm) |
$27.99 WOW Rewards Member: $24.99 |
$14.99 |
| Dinner Daily (2 pm – 8 pm) |
$27.99 WOW Rewards Member: $24.99 |
$14.99 |
| All You Can Drink Cocktails | $19.99 |
Reservations and dress code
Reservations are not required, and no dress code is stated.
- Address: Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Phone: 702-732-5755
Market Place Buffet at Rampart Casino
Overview
Away from the Strip and billing itself as the only buffet in northwest Las Vegas, the Market Place Buffet at Rampart Casino offers brunch and dinner options, all at cheap prices.
Choose from the Prime Rib Dinner, the Weekend Champagne Brunch, the Aloha Night Dinner or just regular lunch – and for those who like it boozy, they also offer lunch, brunch and dinner all-you-can-drink deals at invitingly low prices.
Highlights
If you go for a Prime Rib Dinner, the main highlight, unsurprisingly, is the rib, although there’s also plenty of juicy ham, turkey, lamb and more to choose from.
On the other hand, if you go on a Saturday night, you can look forward to sampling a range of more exotic Hawaiian specialties.
Opening times and prices
| Opening Hours | Prices |
| Lunch Mon, Thu, Fri: 11am-2pm |
$21.99 ($18.99 with membership) |
| Fiesta Dinner Tue: 4pm – 8pm |
$32.99 ($27.99 with membership) |
| Aloha Dinner Sat: 4pm-8pm |
$32.99 ($27.99 with membership) |
| Prime Rib Dinner Thu, Fri, Sun: 4pm-8pm |
$32.99 ($27.99 with membership) |
| Weekend Champagne Brunch Sat, Sun: 9am-2pm |
$33.99 ($28.99 with membership) |
| Deli Night Dinner Monday: 4 pm – 8 pm |
$32.99 ($27.99 with membership) |
All-you-can-drink beer and wine is served daily for only $7.99 extra.
Also, children 12 and under pay $14.99 for the lunches and only $19.99 for brunch or dinner.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations are not required. No dress code is listed, but the vibe is casual.
- Address: 221 N Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89145
- Phone: Not given
A.Y.C.E. Buffet at the Palms Casino Resort
Overview
The Palms Casino Resort may be home to some of the most expensive rooms and the most exclusive gaming floors in Vegas, but the buffet there is surprisingly affordable.
Unusually, the food is not grouped by country of origin but rather by the style of preparation, and sections include World Pan, Revival, The Greenery, The Roastery, The Hearth, Smoke & Fire and Sweet & Light.
Note that some of the special sittings like lobster night and snow crab night can be more expensive, although they’re still good value for what you pay.
Highlights
There is a lobster dinner every Wednesday and Thursday while Friday dinners feature prime rib and snow crab specials. At any time, the carvery will be a big hit for those who love meat – while those who enjoy seafood won’t be disappointed by the piles of delicious shrimp.
Opening times and prices
| Buffet | Hours | Price |
|
Brunch (Featuring bottomless mimosas) |
Mon – Fri: 9am – 2pm | Adults: $42.99 Kids (3-11): $25.99 |
| Sat & Sun: 9am – 4pm | ||
| Dinner | Mon & Tue: 4pm – 9pm | Adults: $46.99 Kids (3-11): $26.99 |
| Sat: 5pm – 10pm Sun: 5pm – 9pm |
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| Lobster Dinner | Wed & Thurs: 3pm – 10pm | Adults: $79.99 Kids (3-11): $59.99 |
| Prime Rib & Snow Crab Dinner | Fri: 4pm – 10pm | Adults: $52.99 Kids (3-11): $35.99 |
| Monthly Theme Nights | Subject to change | $52.99 |
Children’s rates are for those aged 3-11. Children below 3 eat for free.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations are not required, but wait times can be long during peak hours. There’s no official dress code, so you can wear what you want as long as you’re sensible.
- Address: 4321 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103
- Phone: 866-752-2236
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Plenty of Places to Feast without Spending a Fortune
If you like buffets then getting the best value is high up on your list. The cheap Las Vegas buffets are not high-end or glamorous but they offer nice meats and seafood options on top of bottomless drink packages.
With buffet specials like prime rib nights and seafood dinners, these cheap buffets retain the charm of “old school” Las Vegas – amazing experiences at affordable prices. If you are spoilt for choice, our recommendation is to start with AYCE Buffet at Palms Casino Resort.