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, higher-priced brunches at Bacchanal, Wynn Buffet, or Wicked Spoon are excellent choices. But if you’re after a fresh, satisfying meal at a more affordable price, this guide to the best cheap buffets in Las Vegas has you covered.
Cheap Buffets On-Strip
Some of Vegas’ most expensive buffets are found on the Strip, but there are still a few cheaper options to check out too – so let’s look at those first. Just note that prices have crept up, and some weekend or mimosa brunch options now cost more than the base weekday price.
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 from Thursday through Monday, finishing at 3pm. Currently, there are no lunch or dinner sittings.
Weekends are slightly more expensive, but a wider selection of food is served, and the price includes selected drinks – including some alcoholic beverages.
Important update: MGM Grand Buffet is scheduled to close permanently after service on May 31, 2026. If you are reading this after that date, skip this option.
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, look out for the likes of shrimp cocktail and other rotating seafood items, depending on the day and sitting.
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: $32.99 Children (5-11): $17.99 |
| Weekend Brunch (Fri – Sun) (8 am – 3 pm) |
Adult: $38.99 Children (5-11): $18.99 |
| Mimosa Brunch (Sat & Sun) (8 am – 3 pm) Brunch with bottomless mimosas. |
Adult: $43.99 |
| 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. Bottomless mimosas are available with the mimosa brunch option.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations can be made at mgmresorts.com, although they’re not required. 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 7am 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) |
$32.99 | $18.99 |
| Weekend Brunch (Fri: 7 am – 2 pm) |
$38.99 | $19.99 |
| Mimosa Brunch (Sat & Sun: 7 am – 2 pm) Brunch and bottomless mimosas |
$43.99 | |
| All You Can Drink Specials | $19.99 |
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
Circus Buffet, Circus Circus
Overview
Circus Buffet is one of the remaining budget-friendly buffet options on the Strip. It usually runs limited weekly hours, with brunch on weekends and dinner on select weekend nights, so check the current schedule before you go.
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 Fri: 7 am – 11 am Sat & Sun: 7 am – 2 pm |
Around $25 | Around $25 |
| Dinner Fri – Sun (4:30 pm – 10 pm) |
Around $25 | Around $25 |
Children below 4 eat for free.
Reservations and dress code
No dress code is stated, and reservations are not required. Current schedules and pricing can vary, so confirm the day’s hours before heading over.
- Address: 2880 S Las Vegas Blvd, 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 |
$24.99 Emerald and above: $21.99) |
| Weekend Brunch Sat & Sun: 8am – 2pm |
$27.99 Emerald and above: $23.99) |
| Dinner Fri, Sat: 4pm – 9pm |
$33.99 Emerald and above: $30.99) |
Children 4-10 are half price. Children 3 & under are free.
Reservations and dress code
Reservations are not accepted. 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) |
$19.95 regular/$16.95 club members |
| Lunch (Monday – Thursday: 11am-3pm) (Friday: 11 am – 2pm) |
$26.95 regular/$22.95 club members |
| Brunch – Prime Rib & Champagne (Sat – Sun: 8am-3pm) |
$35.95 regular/$31.95 club members |
| Prime Rib Dinner (Sat – Thu: 4pm-9pm) |
$35.95 regular/$31.95 club members |
| Seafood Night Dinner (Friday: 3pm-10pm) |
$54.95 regular/$50.95 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
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 lunch, brunch and dinner options at lower prices than most resort buffets.
Choose from the Prime Rib Dinner, Weekend Champagne Brunch, Fiesta Night, Deli Night or 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 – Fri: 11am-2pm |
$24.99 ($19.99 with membership) |
| Fiesta Dinner Tue: 3pm – 8pm |
$35.99 ($30.99 with membership) |
| Seafood Dinner Buffet Fri: 3pm-8pm |
$42.99 ($37.99 with membership) |
| Prime Rib Dinner Buffet Wed, Thu, Sun: 3pm-8pm |
$35.99 ($30.99 with membership) |
| Weekend Champagne Brunch Sat, Sun: 9am-2pm |
$36.99 ($31.99 with membership) |
| Deli Night Dinner Monday: 3 pm – 8 pm |
$35.99 ($30.99 with membership) |
All-you-can-drink beer and wine is available for an extra charge.
Also, children 12 and under have reduced pricing; check the current buffet page for the latest child prices.
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: 702-507-5900
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 can still be strong value for what you get. It is not the cheapest buffet on this list anymore, but its brunch and regular dinner remain much less expensive than the most premium Strip buffets.
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 special sittings like lobster night and snow crab night are 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 for most visits, but wait times can be long during peak hours. Reservations are recommended for larger groups and required for some special sittings. 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 buffet scene is much smaller than it used to be, and even the affordable options are no longer as cheap as classic Vegas visitors may remember. Still, these buffets offer plenty of food for the price, especially compared with high-end Strip buffets.
With buffet specials like prime rib nights and seafood dinners, these affordable buffets retain some of the charm of “old school” Las Vegas – generous meals at comparatively reasonable prices. If you are spoiled for choice, our recommendation is to start with Garden Court Buffet at Main Street Station or Garden Buffet at South Point for the strongest budget value, and consider A.Y.C.E. Buffet at Palms when you want a bigger splurge that still feels like good value.