The all-you-can-eat buffet: An American culinary innovation that draws inspiration from some not-so-American traditions.

And, from the outside, the Evergreen Buffet in Kent is not that spectacular (it's located in a small plaza, next to a Great Clips salon). But try to beat the prices: $5.75 for lunch, $8.75 for dinner.

It's not just a foodie's fantasy: It's what you'll find on the brunch buffet each Sunday at the Mustard Seed Market Café. While devout carnivores can still load up on bacon, sausage, and oven ...