HomeTown Buffet was founded by Roe Hatlen in 1983 and shares corporate history with Old Country Buffet and Country Buffet. Note: prices below come from a third-party blog estimate rather than an official source or delivery platform, so treat individual item prices as rough estimates — buffet-style pricing (per-person entry fee) is also common at this chain and isn't reflected in the item-level prices shown here.
Below you'll find 43 HomeTown Buffet menu items across 8 categories, with prices ranging from $0.99 to $9.99. Actual prices can differ by city, state, and whether you order in-store, through the app, or via a delivery service — use this as a planning guide rather than a final quote.
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Soup
Chicken Noodle SoupBEST VALUE
$2.99
Salads
Caesar SaladBEST VALUE
$2.99
Mixed Green SaladBEST VALUE
$2.99
Seafood SaladBEST VALUE
$2.99
Potato SaladBEST VALUE
$2.99
Coleslaw SaladBEST VALUE
$2.99
Fresh Fruit SaladBEST VALUE
$2.99
Bakery
Dinner RollBEST VALUE
$1.00
CornbreadBEST VALUE
$1.00
Garlic RollBEST VALUE
$1.00
Garlic BreadBEST VALUE
$1.00
Entrees
Fried Chicken
$8.99
Baked Chicken
$8.99
Orange Chicken with Steamed RiceBEST VALUE
$7.99
Meatloaf
$8.99
Baked Fish Fillets
$8.99
Butterfly Shrimp
$9.99
Fried Fish
$8.99
Teriyaki Chicken with Steamed Rice
$8.99
Spaghetti & MarinaraBEST VALUE
$7.99
Sides
Cornbread Dressing
$2.99
Mac & Cheese
$2.99
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
$2.99
White RiceBEST VALUE
$1.99
Green Beans
$2.99
Steamed Carrots
$2.99
Steamed Corn
$2.99
Desserts
Pumpkin Pie
$1.50
Pecan Pie
$1.50
Coconut Cream Pie
$1.50
Carrot Cake
$1.50
Chocolate Cake
$1.50
Red Velvet Cake
$1.50
Brownie
$1.50
Chocolate Chip CookiesBEST VALUE
$1.00
Drinks
Bottled WaterBEST VALUE
$0.99
Gallon Sweet Tea
$2.99
32oz Fountain Drink
$2.49
Dinner Entrees
Sliced Ham
$9.99
Sliced Roast Beef
$9.99
Grilled Strip Steak
$9.99
Pot Roast
$9.99
Honey BBQ RibletsBEST VALUE
$8.99
This is an independent, unofficial guide to HomeTown Buffet’s menu. Prices vary by location and change over time — not affiliated with or endorsed by HomeTown Buffet. See how we source this data. Hours also vary by location — find your nearest store's hours.
Tips for Ordering at HomeTown Buffet
Combo or meal deals usually work out cheaper per item than ordering the same pieces separately.
The official app often carries app-only deals that aren't shown on the in-store board.
Prices at airport, mall, and highway rest-stop locations typically run higher than standard locations.
Call ahead or check the location's own listing if you need an exact, current price for your specific store.
Frequently Asked Questions about HomeTown Buffet Prices
Who invented HomeTown Buffet?
It was founded by Roe Hatlen in 1983 and became one of the largest buffet chains in the US within a couple of years.
Is HomeTown Buffet related to Old Country Buffet?
Yes, it operated under the same parent company (later renamed Ovation Brands) alongside Old Country Buffet and Country Buffet.