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The Iconic Illinois Buffet That Uses Unexpectedly High-Quality Ingredients By Cheryl Kochenderfer Aug. 28, 2025 2:39 pm EST

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When you hear the word "buffet," quality may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Typically, these restaurants are about getting a good bang for your buck. However, that doesn't mean you can't find gourmet options, especially on Daiy Meal's list of the best buffets in every state . And when it comes to Illinois, one iconic buffet stands out thanks to its surprisingly high-quality ingredients: Red Apple Buffet.

Chicago's Red Apple Buffet prioritizes authenticity and quality. Rather than serving mass-produced dishes from commercial suppliers, everything is made from scratch using fre

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