the best family friendly buffet options in las Vegas
Contrary to what you may have heard, buffets can still be found in Las Vegas! During the pandemic, many buffets were temporarily shuttered. but Las Vegas has traditionally been known for its buffets, and if you come looking for one now you won’t be disappointed.
The available buffets range from traditional breakfast fare to extravagant, over-the-top, unique foodie experiences. Most buffets offer kids pricing; however, there is usually a surcharge on holidays. Check out our alphabetical listing of buffets below to see which ones you’ll hit on your next Vegas family vacation.
A.Y.C.E Buffet @ Palms Casino
Price Range: $$-$$$ | Website
The buffet is open daily for brunch and dinner. The brunch buffet even includes unlimited mimosas. Several nights a week, the dinner buffet changes to specialty menus with increased pricing. Kids’ pricing is available for children 3-11, about $20 less than the adult prices.
There is a hard break between Brunch and Dinner, so you can’t plan on staying over. The buffet also has a 1 ½ hour time limit. The Palms Casino is located east of the Las Vegas Strip on Flamingo Avenue, so it’s great for days when you’re already planning to go off-Strip.
If you plan to go for dinner on any of the special menu nights, be sure to make a reservation. Otherwise, you can expect wait times of up to 2 hours.
Bacchanal Buffet @ caesars Palace
Price Range: $$$-$$$$ | Website
The Bacchanal Buffet gets its name from the Roman festivals of Bacchus and can be found at Caesars Palace. These festivals included gluttonous amounts of food and beverages, not unlike what you’ll find at this buffet.
The buffet is open for dinner nightly and brunch on the weekends. There are over 250 items on this buffet – if you have a craving for it, you’ll probably find it here! However, all these options come with a hefty price. They do offer kids’ pricing for children aged 5-10, but expect to splurge if you’re planning to visit.
Use your Caesars Rewards card to earn points on this purchase. There is also a dedicated line for Diamond members and above, which is very handy during busy times.
Chin-Chin @ NyNY Hotel & Casino
Located inside of the NYNY Hotel and Casino, Chin-Chin offers a daily breakfast/brunch until noon. The buffet includes traditional hot and cold selections, including pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, and biscuits. Additionally, you can order specialty items like eggs benedict and omelets. Pricing is under $40 for adults and under $20 for kids 12 and under.
The hours are limited to 9-12 Monday-Friday, so go early as it gets busy later in the morning.
Garden Court Buffet @ Main Street Casino
Price Range: $-$$ | Website
The Garden Court Buffet is the last remaining buffet in Downtown Las Vegas. It’s located at the Main Street Casino, and is also the last remaining buffet at any Boyd Casino. The buffet is open daily for brunch and is open for dinner Friday-Saturday. Brunch pricing starts at $23.99+, and children 4-10 are ½ off.
Avoid this buffet on holidays. They usually double the price and take no reservations. If you go, expect long lines on holidays.
Garden Buffet @ South Point Casino
Price Range: $-$$ | Website
South Point is an independent casino, located on Las Vegas Blvd. a few miles south of the Las Vegas Sign. It’s a local’s favorite! The buffet is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. On the weekend they offer a brunch, and several nights a week there is a theme night. Buffet prices start at $18.95, and kids 4-8 are ½ price. Get a reward card before you eat – all card members receive a discount!
After brunch, hang out and make a day of it! At South Point you and your family can go bowling or see a movie at the Cinemark theater.
Grand Lux Cafe @ Palazzo & Venetian
Price Range: $-$$ | Website
The Grand Lux Café is a pair of restaurants located inside of the Palazzo and Venetian Resort and Casinos. Each one offers a daily brunch option called Express Breakfast. The unique thing about this brunch is that you can either order the all-you-can-eat brunch or order from the menu. Everyone at the table can choose their own option.
Grand Lux is owned by the Cheesecake Factory, and their traditional menu is quite large with something for everyone. The buffet is under $30 for adults, and for kids 3-10, the price is $12.95.
If you are meeting other family members or friends at the Grand Lux Café, be sure to specify which location! There are two – one is located at the Palazzo Hotel and the other at the Venetian. The casinos are connected, but each location has different hours of operation.
MGM Grand Buffet
Price Range: $$ | Website
This buffet is located at the south end of the strip at the MGM Grand. The buffet is open daily for brunch. The price starts at $32.99 and progressively increases on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with kids pricing (3-11) for ½ off. The weekend brunch price includes Mimosas!
Market Place buffet @ rampart casino
Price Range: $$ | Website
The Market Place Buffet is in Summerlin (Northwest Las Vegas) at the Rampart Casino. The buffet is open daily for lunch and dinner, and they also have a weekend brunch.
Prices start at $23.99 for lunch and go up for dinner and brunch options. They do offer a $6 discount for children 10 and under. If you’re looking to sit outside, this is your only buffet option that offers outdoor patio seating!
Consider going to this buffet on a Friday or Saturday night for the Prime Rib Night. It’s a locals favorite!
Signature Seafood Buffet @ Resorts World
Price Range: $$-$$$ | Website
This is one of the newer buffets on the strip, located at Resorts World on the north end of the strip. The buffet is located inside the Genting Palace restaurant.
This unique buffet combines Cantonese cuisine with incredible seafood. It is open Wednesday-Sunday for dinner only. The price is on the higher end, around $70 for adults and $35 for kids.
Resorts World is located next door to Circus Circus. Before or after this buffet you may want to visit the Adventuredome, the indoor amusement park with your family.
The Buffet @ Bellagio
Price Range: $$-$$$ | Website
The Buffet at Bellagio opened when the resort opened in 1998 and continues to be a guest favorite. The buffet serves brunch daily and stays open for dinner on the weekends.
The buffet has unique stations including carving, seafood, salad and fruit, breakfast and lunch favorites, and a large selection of desserts. All non-alcoholic drinks are available from self-serve stations. Kids under 6 are free, and kids 6-11 are charged 50% of the adult price.
After enjoying the buffet, walk around The Bellagio and enjoy all the complimentary displays, including Dale Chihuly’s glass piece in the lobby, the Conservatory, and the famous fountains out front.
The Buffet @ excalibur
Price Range: $$ | Website
This buffet is located at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino. This buffet opens early at 7:00am – perfect if you’re from the east coast and hungry early! It’s open 7 days a week for brunch. Adult pricing is $32.99, kids 5-11 are $18.99. This buffet offers a lot of kid friendly food including pizza and mac & cheese.
After enjoying the buffet, head downstairs to the Fun Dungeon for some fun midway and arcade games for the whole family.
The Buffet @ Wynn
Price Range: $$-$$$$ | Website
Careful readers will notice that this is the third buffet named “The Buffet.” But there’s a good reason for this - they were all opened by the same person, Steve Wynn. The Buffet at Wynn is the last buffet he opened in Las Vegas, and it’s located at the Wynn Casino.
This buffet is open daily for both brunch and dinner. It’s known for its high-end food, including caviar, premium seafood, Wagyu beef, sushi, made-to-order crepes, and other decadent desserts. Pricing for brunch starts around $60 and dinner is $80, and kids 3-11 are charged ½ price.
If anyone in your family has dietary restrictions, this is the buffet for you. They have a huge selection of vegan options and can accommodate for most other situations. For gluten free diners, they can make items off the line to minimize cross contamination.
Wicked Spoon @ The Cosmopolitan
Price Range: $$-$$$ | Website
The Wicked Spoon buffet is located at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, which is now part of the MGM Resorts Group. This buffet is open daily for brunch. It’s located upstairs on the second floor which is great because there is no smoking or casino gaming area on that particular floor.
The buffet has a nice selection of breakfast and lunch items including hot crab legs. Buffet pricing starts under $50 during the week and increases on the weekend. Kids under 5 are free, and kid’s pricing is available for children 5-10. Unfortunately, you cannot make reservations if you have kids 5-10, as they do not allow you to prepay for children so you will need to wait in line if you have younger members in your dining party.
If you have an MGM Reward Card Gold or Platinum, you may be eligible for a BOGO offer. Check at the reward desk before going to the buffet.
As you’re looking for the best family buffet, be sure to keep in mind your kids’ ages. Every buffet has different pricing for kids and don’t forget that pricing is usually higher on holidays or event weekends, like F1. Buffets can still be a great place to satisfy everyone’s appetites and cravings, we hope you find the best option for your family during your next Vegas family vacation!