"When it comes to a food-to-dollars ratio, it’s hard to argue with the value of an all-you-can-eat buffet. But a lot of buffets are something to be endured rather than sought out. Thankfully, this isn’t the case at Pearl’s Place in Bronzeville. This spot focuses on Southern food, and has a delicious dinner buffet for $19.99. You’ll find a rotating series of staples, including smothered short ribs, shrimp and grits, and smoked turkey. The buffet doesn’t include dessert, but that’s OK - you can use your savings to buy a waffle cone at nearby Shawn Michelle’s afterwards." - adrian kane