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When deciding what to do for a meal, especially for a large group, it can be difficult to come up with a solution that everyone will enjoy. That's where a buffet comes in, giving each person a wide selection of food to choose from so they can curate their own perfect meal.
Writers at Yelp searched around the country to find the best buffets available, compiling a list of the top spot for all-you-can-eat fun for each state, from kitchens cooking up country classics to sushi bars and seafood buffets. According to the site:
"Buffets in American officially became a thing in the 1940s when a man named Herb MacDonald launched the Buckaroo Buffet in Las Vegas. MacDonald's goal was to keep casino goers staying longer. This ideology of a lavish food extravagance has since then been adapted to differing cuisines around North America! From buffets serving breakfast assortments to brunch and lunch and even dinner selections to select cuisines like Thai, Chinese, Indian, Brazilian, Mediterranean, and more — we've got it all!"
Simply Southern Smokehouse, a BBQ and country buffet in Myrtle Beach, was named the top buffet in all of South Carolina. According to its website, Simply Southern is a "fix-your-own-plate buffet" style eatery with a "nice selection of sides and entree dishes, you definitely won't leave hungry."
With 4.5 out of 5 stars and over 1,000 reviews, customers seem to enjoy popular items like Fried Chicken, Sweet Potato Casserole, Ribs and more. One reviewer even called it an "affordable buffet that puts chain buffets to shame." Simply Southern Smokehouse is located at 1913 Mr. Joe White Ave/10th Avenue in Myrtle Beach.
Check out Yelp's full list to see all of the country's best buffets.