The 2026 ranking
- Bacchanal (Caesars Palace) — the selection benchmark; $65–90
- Wicked Spoon (Cosmopolitan) — plated, modern, photogenic; $49–75
- Bistro Buffet (Palms locals value) — the price/quality shock; ~$35
- The Buffet at Wynn — polished, breakfast standout; $45–65
- MGM Grand Buffet — unlimited beer/wine dinner value; ~$45
What disappeared
The mid-tier buffets that once lined the Strip never returned post-2020. Buffet-hopping requires plans now — most properties run one service at a time with reservation windows.
Strategy
- One premium buffet per trip; do it on a weekday
- Pairs well with an afternoon show and a light dinner
- Unlimited-drink add-ons pay off only if you're slow-eating two hours or more