Route 66 Casino has announced that plans are now finalized to debut an “All-New Buffet 66” Fall 2018! This new restaurant experience will continue the tradition of offering the finest buffet offerings in the state of New Mexico.


Buffet 66 rendering by I-5 Design and Manufacturing.

The Laguna Development Corporation (LDC) Management Team conducted extensive research to develop a clear understanding of current trends in the restaurant industry. In addition, in order for Route 66 Casino to maintain its designation as New Mexico’s Best Buffet, a core component of the new buffet was going to be offering a high-level, quality experience for all customers. The goal is to create a venue that will both exceed guest expectations and be quickly recognized as offering the best food quality and service in the Southwest.

LDC partnered with I-5 Design and Manufacturing, the architects of the original Buffet 66 in 2009, to create another award-winning buffet restaurant once again. The new buffet is expected to seat 350 – 400 guests and will feature a “fresh food” look and feel throughout. Some of the stand-out elements are a striking entrance and enclosed courtyard setting that will provide a clear differentiation for the competition. The unique design will enhance the customer experience and create a world within a world as customers move through the lowered ceiling area and find themselves in a beautiful enclosed courtyard.  The cuisine will be displayed in its own unique café style setting, creating a one of a kind environment that will make the buffet at Route 66 a true entertainment dining experience.

LDC will unveil Albuquerque’s newest dining experience later fall 2018.