First time when I went to ambar India for buffet, I was hungry and could have eaten anything. So, I enjoyed my food like anything. And, also told my husband that we are coming to this place twice a week. Guess, I was possessed by the spirit of my hungry stomach which was now filled. However, when I came second time I realized that first time I just ate without savoring the food. Anyways, there is nothing to savor much. Food is mediocre, and the only thing which I liked was dal makhni. Rest was average. Yes, they have a good selection of dishes in buffet but not one tastes wow. We seriously need good Indian restaurants in Champaign. I believe my great cooking has set such a high expectation for Indian restaurants, that very few have beaten it ;)
Tip: go after 5:30 pm for dinner because before that the food is cold as most of the crowd comes after 5:30 and then only they refill it with hot food.