I remember Hometown Buffet in Staten Island and Old Country Buffet in Levittown, though I think Hometown is still there...not sure about Old Country Buffet. Perkins in East Harlem served big sized portions but closed its doors a few years ago (thinking West side of 125th would have been better, but oh well).
I also remember a Chinese Buffet in The Bronx that closed years back, gf & I went before closing for that night. The staff literally encouraged us to keep going knowing it was less food for them to throw out. The in itself rice was so good.
Feels like another era now but sweet memory nonetheless. It was peaceful, they didn't rush us. We were both wobbling out literally, no shame or guilt within ear/eyesight. I do miss it at times seeing other fatties and just feel peace. Between bitterness on others faces, girl bosses dancing on tables for clout...easier to just be indoors.
2 years