I don't mind an Indian buffet as long as it is packed (preferably with Indians!) I've been taken to a few dives (you know, in dubious strip malls, sandwiched between a phone unlocking place and an adult video store) that I would never have stopped at on my own. They have been excellent, constant stream of food coming out (and being hoovered up!), tons of fresh naan straight from the oven - fantastic! Then I've been to what I consider good Indian restaurants, that happen to do buffet rather than a la carte at lunch - and I have never been back to those places for lunch (the supper menu OTOH is great!)