MGM Grand Buffet
The Las Vegas Strip, Las Vegas
Restaurant in Las Vegas, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
MGM Grand Buffet works for an easy daytime meal on the south Strip, especially with groups that want flexibility over a full-service restaurant. Skip it for a special occasion or cuisine-led dinner; Craftsteak and Emeril's New Orleans Fish House are stronger nearby choices when the meal needs more intent.
About MGM Grand Buffet
Consider MGM Grand Buffet in Las Vegas when the basics fit your plans: casual dress and daytime operating hours on most days of the week. The schedule is Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 8 AM to 3 PM; Tuesday and Wednesday are closed.
If you need a meal with a more specific format, menu, price, or service expectations, check the venue's current official information before you go.
Choose it for a casual daytime plan
It is ideal for a casual daytime meal in Las Vegas. The posted hours make it relevant for morning and afternoon planning, not for dinner. Dress code is casual, so it does not require the formality some travelers may associate with special-occasion dining.
If your group wants to compare other Las Vegas dining options, Craftsteak, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, Luchini Italian Restaurant, Morimoto Las Vegas, Netflix Bites are names to consider depending on the type of meal you want. For a broader scan, use our full Las Vegas restaurants guide.
The right fit: simple planning around its hours
MGM Grand Buffet is easiest to evaluate by its schedule and casual dress code. It is open Monday and Thursday through Sunday from 8 AM to 3 PM, it is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. If those hours do not match your plans, look at other Las Vegas restaurants instead.
For a more deliberate meal, compare it with other named options in Las Vegas such as Craftsteak, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, Luchini Italian Restaurant, Morimoto Las Vegas, or Netflix Bites. For menu details, pricing, dietary accommodations, or group policies, verify directly with the venue before making plans.
Planning details
- Location
- 3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- mgmgrand.mgmresorts.com
- Phone
- +17028915686
The take
The Take
The Vibe
MGM Grand Buffet reads as a large, classic Las Vegas buffet focused on volume and convenience. It occupies a mid‑market position within one of the Strip’s biggest hotel‑casino footprints, operating sprawling, cafeteria‑adjacent rooms that handle thousands of covers. The environment feels busy and energetic—built for throughput rather than intimacy—and leans casual in both tone and service. Rather than chasing fine‑dining polish, the buffet trades on scale: an all‑day offering that delivers broad variety, steady crowds, and the sort of high‑capacity efficiency that defines much of the Strip’s casino dining ecosystem.
Best For
This is a practical choice for groups, families, and price‑conscious visitors who prioritize variety and simplicity over a la carte refinement. The daytime service is explicitly framed as a value play—maximum selection for a modest price—while the evening shift expands into carving stations and seafood additions, drawing a slightly different crowd of hotel guests willing to pay up for prime rib and crab legs. Travelers who want a predictable, all‑you‑can‑eat experience inside a major hotel will find the buffet well suited to their needs.
Ordering Tips
Treat lunch and dinner as different propositions: daytime service is the best value if you want broad selection for minimal spend, while dinner adds protein carving stations and seafood—expect a higher price for those features. Look for the signature items that show up on the line (omelettes, crab legs, oven‑roasted turkey, prime rib) and plan accordingly: choose lunch if variety and economy matter most, or opt for dinner if you’re coming specifically for carved meats and seafood additions. The operation is cafeteria‑style and built for throughput, so service expectations should align with a busy buffet setting.
Venue details
Ambiance
Spacious and bustling atmosphere typical of a large casino buffet with bright lighting and high energy from crowds.
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Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Self Service
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Very Large
Signature Dishes
- Omelettes
- Crab Legs
- Oven-roasted Turkey
- Prime Rib
Planning details
Location
3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
For a stronger dinner choice in the same Las Vegas decision set, book Craftsteak if steakhouse energy fits the occasion. Pick Emeril's New Orleans Fish House when the group wants a full-service Creole meal instead of a buffet.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Las Vegas
MGM Grand Buffet is the easiest fit when the decision is about convenience, group flexibility, a casual daytime meal. Craftsteak is the better choice for a steakhouse occasion, with a clearer full-service experience and a stronger sense of purpose for dinner. Emeril's New Orleans Fish House is the smarter pick if the group wants Creole cooking rather than a buffet format.
Morimoto Las Vegas is the cross-shop for diners who want a more designed, cuisine-led meal and are willing to plan around that choice. Luchini Italian Restaurant makes more sense when Italian food and a more conventional restaurant rhythm fit the night. Netflix Bites is the more novelty-driven option, better for diners prioritizing a themed experience over the simplicity of a casino buffet.
For value, MGM Grand Buffet's advantage is flexibility rather than refinement. For ambiance, full-service peers have the edge. For booking difficulty, the buffet format is usually the lower-stress choice, while the stronger dinner picks are worth planning around when the meal is the point of the outing.
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Compare MGM Grand Buffet
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| MGM Grand Buffet | Las Vegas | ; | No published awards |
| Morimoto Las Vegas | Paradise | ; | No published awards |
| Craftsteak | Las Vegas | American Steakhouse | 2026 Forbes RecommendedStar Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Forbes Recommended |
| Emeril’s New Orleans Fish House | Las Vegas | Creole | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #493 |
| Luchini Italian Restaurant | Las Vegas | ; | No published awards |
| Netflix Bites | Las Vegas | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to MGM Grand Buffet in Las Vegas?
Morimoto Las Vegas, Craftsteak, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, Luchini Italian Restaurant, Netflix Bites are Las Vegas options to consider depending on the kind of meal you want.
What should a first-timer know about MGM Grand Buffet?
Plan around the posted daytime schedule: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 8 AM to 3 PM, with Tuesday and Wednesday closed. The dress code is casual.
Is MGM Grand Buffet good for a special occasion?
It is a casual Las Vegas option with daytime hours. If you want a different kind of celebration meal, compare it with Craftsteak, Morimoto Las Vegas, Emeril's New Orleans Fish House, Luchini Italian Restaurant, or other Las Vegas dining options.
Can MGM Grand Buffet accommodate groups?
If you are planning for a larger party, confirm current policies and availability directly with the venue, keep the posted 8 AM to 3 PM operating window in mind.
