The 200-Foot Buffet In Pennsylvania Will Leave You Happy And Full
By Beth Price-Williams|Updated on March 09, 2024(Originally published March 16, 2019)
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Just how hungry are you? Well, before you head to this 200-foot buffet — yep, 200 feet of scrumptious dishes — work up a mighty appetite. Otherwise, you won’t get the chance to fully enjoy the spectacular array of foods, from steak just the way you like it and fluffy mashed potatoes to cake and ice cream, at the largest buffet in Pennsylvania that offers a friendly atmosphere and a huge gift shop, too.
If you've never eaten at Shady Maple Smorgasbord, you don't know what you're missing. And, if you have eaten there, you're probably due for another visit, right?
We've all had those days when we can't decide what we're hungry for, right? Everything just sounds so good. Shady Maple Buffet was made for days like that because, well, we can try a little bit of everything.
See that space in the picture below? Don't be surprised if you find it filled to the brim with hungry diners. Expect to have a wait, especially at peak times.
That first bite will assure you that the wait was more than worth it. After all, you're about to fill up with some of the best authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cooking anywhere at the largest smorgasbord in Pennsylvania.
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Chances are you're about to meet one of your new favorite restaurants, so you'll probably be back again and again. This Pennsylvania smorgasbord offers a rewards program, where you can earn points for every dollar you spend.
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...salad bar, filled with fresh vegetables, breads, cheeses, meats, and dressings. If you're visiting at breakfast time, you'll find 200 feet of popular breakfast foods — from eggs and pancakes to French toast and baked goods.
For example, Monday is steak night. Choose from such delicious steaks as the New York strip, Delmonico, and fried shrimp. Friday boasts the Grand Menu. How do salmon, Cajun catfish, crab cakes, and New York strip steak sound?
Then comes the most delicious part of the buffet, especially for those of us who love sweets: Dessert! Indulge in such goodies as cake, pie, and ice cream.
Have you ever been to Shady Maple Smorgasbord, the largest smorgasbord in Pennsylvania? Do you agree that it’s one of the best buffets in Pennsylvania? Let us know in the comments! Next time you’re craving a hearty meal, head over to Dienner’s Country Restaurant, an Amish buffet in Ronks, Pennsylvania.
After a scrumptious meal, how about heading out on a scenic hike along one of the best trails in Pennsylvania? Check out AllTrails to find your next outdoor adventure.
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Are there any other buffets in Pennsylvania?
Spanning 200 feet and brimming with delicious dishes, Shady Maple Smorgasbord is certainly one of the best buffets in Pennsylvania, but it’s not the only one. Here are some more of the best buffets in Pennsylvania:
Fusion Buffet in Dubois offers a scrumptious selection of food, including American and Chinese classics. If you love sushi, you’ve come to the right place.
Dienner’s Country Buffet in Ronks is known and loved for its authentic Pennsylvania Dutch cooking. If you’re not hungry enough for the buffet, order from the menu.
For a buffet of a different kind, head over to Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop, an epic candy store in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where you can stuff as much of your favorite old-school candy into a box for one flat price.