KING Buffet Durham

You're after proper bang-for-your-buck eating, so head down to the Riverwalk and find KING tucked into Unit 30B. It's the kind of place where you pile your plate high with everything from crispy spring rolls to sizzling stir-fries, without worrying about the bill spiralling. The buffet format means you're in control—go back for thirds of the salt and chilli squid, skip the stuff that doesn't appeal. It's popular with families and groups, the sort of spot where a Friday night becomes genuinely good value, especially if you're feeding a crowd.