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Leave it to America to invent the most gluttonous dining experience of all time — the all-you-can-eat buffet. According to an analysis performed by The Hustle, the average buffet costs $20. For the customer, it’s a steal. But for restaurant owners, it’s a struggle. So how do these remaining establishments without limits stay in business? And is it possible to outeat the cost of entry for an all-you-can-eat buffet?

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