Remember when buffets felt like the ultimate family outing? The excitement began the moment you walked in, grabbing a plastic tray and eyeing the endless steam tables piled high with comfort food favorites.
There was always that magical dessert corner too, stacked with pies, puddings, and soft-serve ice cream that made every kid’s eyes widen. In Indiana, a handful of these classic buffets still exist, serving as living time capsules.
With wood-paneled walls, red vinyl booths, and recipes that haven’t changed since the Reagan era, they’re dishing up more than food—they’re serving nostalgia. And their crispy fried chicken still reigns supreme.
1. Gasthof Amish Village (Montgomery)
Stepping through the doors of Gasthof feels like traveling back in time! The handcrafted oak tables haven’t been replaced since 1986, and neither has the cheerful waitstaff in their traditional Amish attire…