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Facts About Golden Corral's All-You-Can-Eat Buffet
BY Samantha Maxwell
Legacy
Golden Corral has a long history, with its first restaurant opening way back in 1973 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. At that time, you could get a steak for only $1.89.
Today, there are 373 Golden Corral spots across the U.S., but it still keeps that same traditional spirit alive by offering an all-you-can-eat meal at a reasonable price.
Origins
When Golden Corral first opened, it wasn't the all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant like today. Instead, it mainly focused on steak and was quite popular for it.
The small chain hit its stride in the 1980s. As it began to expand, Golden Corral changed to a buffet model to pull in even more customers.
Menu
You'll find separate breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus at Golden Corral. Therefore, you'll need to go at different times of day depending on what you want to fill up on.
The morning menu has items like omelets, bacon, and waffles, while the lunch offers various hot meals. For dinner, you have a lot more variety, including larger protein options.
Cotton Candy
Golden Corral also boasts a plethora of desserts for anyone who saved enough room after the main course. The most fun dessert on offer is freshly spun cotton candy.
This dessert particularly feels like a treat since cotton candy isn't something you can find at just any restaurant. It's certainly worth a try if you're a fan of the sugary snack.
Range Of Diets
Golden Corral is a great place to go if you have dietary restrictions, as it offers a wide variety of dishes. This allows most people to find something to eat here.
With its large selection of single-ingredient veggies and simple proteins, the chain can accommodate most diets, including paleo, plant-based, vegan, and low-carb diets.