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.

May 28—In February, those dining at Shady Maple Smorgasbord got to see a behind-the-scenes look of food vlogger Adam Richman filming an episode for his most recent food series, “Pro Moves ...

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… ...

In his early years dining at Shady Maple, Paulshock drove about 40 minutes from his home in Reading to the smorgasbord. With his move to Mohnton, he can now complete the drive in 15 to 20 minutes.

EAST EARL, Pennsylvania -- Shady Maple Smorgasbord in Lancaster, Pa., is known as the biggest and best buffet in the USA. This renowned buffet, stretching an impressive 200 feet, ...

From left: Adam Richman, Jesse Strain, Kathleen Strain, Megan Strain and front, Megan Strain's daughter Aubree Strain, at Shady Maple Smorgasbord in East Earl on Feb. 10, 2025.