I haven't been to Speckled Butter Bean, so cannot comment on their offerings. On the other hand, I have been to Golden Corral a number of times and remain amazed at what you can get there for the very reasonable senior rate of $11, or thereabouts! 5-star quality? Not really, I think. But not "trash," either!
My biggest objection: no wine or beer to go with my din-din! :-( :-(
SWR