Buffet vs A la Carte
How to Choose Your Food at an All Inclusive
Buffet vs. A la Carte – Which is best?…It depends…
Buffet:
- Great if you are in a hurry
- Perfect for large groups or families
- Offers the most variety
- Best for those with allergies due to variety
- No reservations needed
- Can dine at any time during open hours
- More relaxed dress code
A la Carte:
- Plan to spend at least 2 hours dining
- Limited but more gourmet menu
- Typically cannot accommodate groups larger than 6
- Sometimes requires reservations (Check with your resort’s concierge desk or your DreamTrips host for details.)
- May have set dining times – may not be able to eat at flexible times
- Many have a dress code:
- Standard dress code: Men – long pants, no sandals, no sleeveless shirts; Women – no short shorts/cut offs.
- Check with your resort’s concierge desk or your DreamTrips host for additional dress code requirements.
