According to Shady Maple Smorgasbord’s website, they have been around since the early 1960s, but opened as an all-you-can-eat buffet in 1985. They are now known as the largest buffet in the country.

LANCASTER, Pa. (WHTM) — The largest buffet in Lancaster County temporarily closed its doors yesterday. The popular Shady Maple Smorgasbord, located at 129 Toddy Drive in Lancaster County, ann… ...

1985: Shady Maple Smorgasbord opens with over 300 seats. 1989: The smorgasbord now seats 500 in an enlarged and expanded building. 1992: The farm market is remodeled.

Shady Maple Smorgasbord in East Earl Township is having its best summer yet, reportedly feeding over 8,000 hungry customers each day. To stream FOX43 on your phone, you need the FOX43 app.