I really was shocked on our last cruise to find out we liked the buffet better than the MDR. The wait staff actually brought around options for us to try and refilled our drinks. They got to know us and started greeting us when we walked in and offered to bring us anything we wanted. Also, they brought over desserts for us to try. I felt like things were slow for them and they enjoyed having us there. They treated us like royalty and I found no lacking in the food quality or selections. On some evenings we would sit outside and watch the sunset. We had a great experience with the buffet.