USA · BUFFET EXPERIENCES
16 tours
This is the shortlist we would hand a friend: 15 buffet experiences worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Clearwater Beach buffet cruise with captain narration, unlimited rum punch and beer, and an evening DJ party for about 2 hours.
“Food was good. Duration of the trip was great … not too long not too short. Weather was cooperative. Great experience overall.”
Luau Kalamaku at historic Kilohana Plantation on Kauai, with buffet dinner, open bar, and a high-energy Polynesian show with fire poi.
“Very well organized with excellent service. The staff did exceptionally well keeping things moving and considering the number of customers, no small feat. The entertainment was lovely and in more story form than I've seen in the past so nice change. Food was good but typical of a luau. Huge selection so you can't go hungry! There other opportunities to check out more about the plantation itself and it's past history which to me, is a must. All in all, great experience!”
Waikiki luau buffet and Rock-a-Hula show at Royal Hawaiian Center, with Maui Gold pineapple, Mai Tai, fire-knife dancing, and optional upgrades.
“Very entertaining and lots of fun! Show was the highlight! Staff was very friendly at the luau and food was amazing!”
Luxury catamaran cruise from Ko Olina with whale and dolphin viewing, an hour snorkel session, and a Hawaiian buffet with drinks plus Waikiki pickup.
“Great trip. Got to see dolphins, sea turtles and other marine life. The captain and crew were wonderful. A perfect trip all around”
2-hour Ohio River cruise from Newport with reserved indoor seating, buffet dinner, skyline views, and music. $70 per person.
“We really enjoyed are dinner cruise. We even had a couple in our party get sick the night before and they had to cancel. It was so easy to figure it out and there money was returned quickly. Everyone was so pleasant. We will definitely do it again!”
Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation: lei greeting, Kauai luau buffet, craft fair, imu pig moment, 45-minute show with fire dancing.
“The train ride was a perfect add on, it was a cute tour of the property. Our host was amazing and he was able to give the fun facts throughout! The luau was incredible! The upper level table was great, as we were right at the stage and had no obstructed views! The performance was incredible.”
A 2-hour Savannah dinner cruise with Southern buffet, live music, and river views under the stars. Board 6 pm, sail 7 pm.
“River cruise was great! Food was excellent and the musical entertainment was really good. Enjoyed the disco party in the upper deck!”
Buffet brunch, lunch, or dinner on the Spirit of Washington, with DJ fun and big Potomac views of DC and Alexandria.
“It was amazing.... the waiter Dewayne. D was fantastic!”
Oceanfront luau at Royal Kona Resort with an all-you-can-eat Polynesian buffet, free cocktails, and the Voyagers of the Pacific show.
“Beautiful setting with the ocean backdrop, traditional Hawaiian culture is gorgeous and food was good . A must go !”
Queens Waikiki Luau in International Market Place: dinner buffet, Polynesian cultural activities, fireknife dance, and a short walk from Waikiki hotels.
“It is in an open air space inside of a shopping mall. Staff and performers were wonderful. Showcased dances from several pacific island nations. Easy access if traveling with those with mobility issues.”
A 2-hour Potomac lunch cruise with buffet brunch, onboard DJ, and big DC views from both the windows and open-air deck.
“This was my 2nd time on the boat. I came with daughter and my 6 yr old grandson. Disappointed as soon as I got on boat because I thought we had window seats so grandson would not have to keep jumping up to look out window. I thought thats what my $250.00 I paid would get me , I asked. after telling me iwe had inside seats. I was told I should have selected window when I bought tickets. Needless to say my grandson hurt himself when he scraped his ankle going outside to see from the door and was BLEEDING. However, one of servers gave him a bandaide. The…”
Chelsea Piers brunch or dinner cruise with bottomless mimosas, DJ fun, and 360-degree landmark views of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty.
“Very nice waited was great and the food was good for buffet. Ship was big and enough room for all especially on the upper deck and loved the roof on top as it rained a tiny bit but wasn’t a factor with roof. Worth the money as the views were picturesque”
Court of Two Sisters jazz brunch: guaranteed courtyard seating, a mimosa, Southern buffet favorites, and live New Orleans jazz from $51.
“Really great venue and atmosphere. Really busy but well organised.”
Enjoy a 2.5-hour Philly skyline dinner cruise with an all-you-can-eat buffet, DJ music, and indoor deck viewing. Unlimited tea and coffee included.
“It’s was very good,it’s was my second experience very nice,my daughter had fun ,my girlfriend was enjoying”
Norfolk Elizabeth River buffet cruise on the Spirit of Norfolk, with Navy and skyline views, deck access, and music onboard.
“Husband and I did a dinner date cruise. The food was good as well as the atmosphere. Couldn't go on the top deck due to the rain. Overall, we had a great time!!”
