Everyone experiences that special kind of hunger that can only be satisfied by one thing: a buffet. In Indiana, all-you-can-eat doesn’t have to mean same-old-same-old. Take a chance and try these four unique buffets where you can get a lot of food that's just little bit different from the usual fare. These buffet restaurants in Indiana will take your taste buds on a world tour while satisfying your epic Hoosier hunger right here at home.

1. Homey Hot Pot Buffet (Indianapolis)

True lovers of epic buffets follow the same mantra: never judge a buffet by its cover. While each restaurant on this list occupies a modest building in a strip mall, they are anything but ordinary buffets.

Homey Hot Pot Buffet is a perfect example of this. On the outside it looks like many other restaurants, but the interior of the restaurant has a modern design that feels sleek and fashionable.

Of course, the allure of a buffet only goes as far as its offerings. On this front, Homey Hot Pot Buffet shines. Its appeal can be captured in one of the most beautiful phrases in the English language: "all-you-can-eat hotpot and sushi." Homey Hot Pot Buffet is located at: 3649 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

2. La Rosa Mexican Restaurant (Bargersville)

Every day of the week, the lunch buffet at La Rosa Mexican Restaurant serves up everything you could want from a Mexican eatery, all laid out at your finger tips. Find fulfillment in fresh tortillas and nirvana in enchiladas while relaxing in the welcoming cantina atmosphere.

La Rosa's is equal parts authentic and epic. When you try it, you'll understand why people say it's the best Mexican restaurant in Bargersville. La Rosa's is located at 50 N, IN-135 A, Bargersville, IN 46106.

3. Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant (Indianapolis)

Abyssinia's Ethiopian Restaurant only hosts its lunch buffet three days a week, but it's absolutely worth seeking out. Ethiopian food is a perfect match for a buffet style presentation, with a wide array of fabulous flavors that you'll want to combine in every possible way.

In fact, even if you miss its elusive buffet, the restaurant's sharing platters, pictured above, make for a similarly satisfying feast. Sharing a common plate and bread is extremely important in Ethiopian culture as a sign of communal trust. At Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant, these traditional shared platters help guests connect over unforgettable flavors. You can even take a bit of the buffet experience home. Abyssinia sells kulet: the red pepper sauce responsible for the distinctive spice of many Ethiopian dishes. Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant is located at 5352 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254.

4. Amber Indian Restaurant (Carmel)

Amber Indian Restaurant is a raved about dining location in the city of Carmel, just north of Indianapolis. Its famous lunch buffet features North Indian and Tandoori style cooking that will leave you wanting more. The best part is, because it's a buffet, you can have it!

When you do manage to leave, you might be back for seconds sooner than you think. The only thing that rivals the buffet at Amber Indian Restaurant is its fantastic seafood. So, you have to return for that. Then, you'll need a third trip to revisit how good the buffet was so you can properly compare. Don't worry too hard about choosing, though. In a buffet contest, everyone wins. Amber Indian Restaurant is located at 12510 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032.

The beauty of the buffet is its options. These buffet restaurants in Indiana have plenty of amazing options, but getting to choose between them is the real luxury. There's a buffet for every craving. If your hunger is calling for adventure, one of these four buffets likely has what you're looking for.

Finally, some places only serve buffets during lunch or on specific days, so be sure to call ahead to check when the buffet is bumping. And remember —  just because that means you technically can eat at two of these restaurants in one day, it doesn’t mean it’s medically advisable. At least, not if you're going to really have all you can eat.

Still hungry, or looking for a more traditional touch? Check out this Only In Indiana article to point you to one of the most famous buffets in Aurora.

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