we were surprised at the change. we didn't know when we went there that they had undergone such a transfermation. but we were pleased with the quality of the food for the price. we just went for the basic salad and soup deal, and were pretty happy with it. while it's true that on most items it is no longer buffet (one trip through only), it is still a great deal! they give you a giant bowl to create a salad, and they now let you bring home your leftovers. for around $8 per person (including automatic gratuity, and tax) we recieved an abundance of tasty, fresh food. thumbs up. the people who don't like the new prices/procedures are going to mostly be folks who just don't like the change from an all buffet set-up, or the ones who are just too confused/challenged to understand the new card deal....it is a bit confusing at first, but it works. one more note; while nearly everything on the salad bar was good, stay away from their potato salad...it's awful (too much sweet relish makes it unbearable!).