Just don't see many buffets anymore. I used to like going to them because you see the food and pick what looks good and get more after the first plate if you wish.
But now, unless its a really nice buffet not generally available to the public, like maybe at say a hotel, I'm a definite no on the buffets. Food quality is generally poor, and you have no idea what the previous customers have been doing. Especially the ones that are "kid friendly"
Last time I went to Golden Corral it was just nasty
Plus if you're trying to lose or even maintain weight, they are major killer