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| - The main gimmick here that sets it apart is the included alcoholic beverages. Although I'm not a huge drinker I thought it did make a good impression. However it's not that clearly defined and many diners didn't seem aware of it (I was approached several times while walking back to my table with a glass of cider to inquire where I got it and how much?)
I actually had a comped meal so I didn't have to wait in line, so no complaints regarding the wait. I believe it was $21 during weeknight dinner, which I think is a bargain for a Vegas area buffet.
One thing I hated was the ambiance and layout. It's sort of circular with no clear direction of where to start so there were some line cutting issues with pushy old asian ladies (sorry for the specific callout, but my aunties are one of them so I know the type!). I absolutely hated the dining room area. It felt like a cafeteria or mall food court. loud and not cozy or comfortable. Large billboard like screens flank one entire wall of the restaurant. hideous.
The food is decent, with a few standout dishes. (the cedar plank salmon was delicious and I generally do not like salmon!). They offer the usual selections of italian, mexican, carving station, lots of salads and soups, fried seafoods, and mix of asian cuisines. The Sushi selection was pretty fresh and constantly replenished. However I objected to the plates being warm as I like my raw fish chilled slightly (I went and got a small dessert plate as those are not warmed).
The alcohol station is not marked and is sort of tucked behind the soups and breads at the "beginning" of the buffet. The house cider was really good, they had about 4 beers on tap and 4 different wines. I had 1/2 a glass of cider which was crisp and sweet with small tight champagne like fizz and a 1/2 glass of cabernet which was ok.
I didn't have any desserts but I noticed they were perfectly bite sized which is ideal at a buffet so you can try ALL OF THEM!!! haha. They also have an espresso bar with liquors, which is awesome.
I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but it was good. Also our waitress was very enthusiastic and attentive with bringing drinks and clearing plates.
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