A couple friends visiting wanted to go here. This was my first ever visit to Makinos. We waited at the door a few minutes since we got there just before they opened for dinner. The place seemed nice and open, clean. It's an all you can eat buffet with an emphasis on sushi and japanese style dishes. Waitress was good in keeping our drinks filled and plates cleared. I did wonder if we got the food nice and fresh since we dined right at the start of dinner and not later. The selection is decent. I thought it was a bit on the smaller side, but I could be spoiled by the larger spreads at casino buffets. If you're a fan of sushi and japanese items it would be a good place to try. I liked it. As to whether I'd prefer this or an AYCE made-to-order sushi restaurant. I would probably still lean towards the made-to-order. For dinner at least, the prices are similar. I did notice for lunch the price is cheaper. Not sure if the selection is the same at lunch as dinner. Will have to maybe try lunch one day.