The Buffet at Mount Airy Casino Resort

The Buffet at Mount Airy Casino Resort

A buffet at Mount Airy Casino Resort, in Mount Pocono, PA. The format is exactly what it sounds like: American buffet dining in a casual, come-as-you-are setting, priced in the mid-range ($$) rather than as a special-occasion splurge. That combination makes it an easy call when you're traveling with a group that can't agree on one kitchen — everybody walks the line, everybody gets what they want, and nobody waits on separate entrees to land at the same time. It works well for families, including the kind of mixed table where the kids want one thing and the adults want another, and it's a practical stop if you're already at the resort for the evening and would rather not get back in the car. Buffets tend to draw a wider spread of opinion than à la carte restaurants, so keep that in mind. Go in expecting a relaxed, casual meal rather than a quiet or formal one.

Hours, menus and prices change. Call ahead or check the venue's own site before you go.