RC went on a field trip to Rhode Island this month, for an all-you-can-eat lobster buffet at the Nordic Lodge. Now I’m not usually a fan of buffets, but I was all in for a lobster buffet.
Driving down to Charlestown, we were having second thoughts about the idea of driving two hours each way for dinner. And when we got off the highway, we were all wondering “Where are we?” But we made it, and you could tell this was quite a destination place as there was a big tour bus in the parking lot when we got there at 5:30 and it was already pretty crowded. The grounds were beautiful, complete with a pond and some sort of petting zoo area (though we didn’t see what types of animals were available for petting). There were also hammocks that would have been nice to stretch out in for a food-coma-induced nap.
It is $85 per person for an all-you-can-eat buffet, with a two hour eating limit. This includes tip and non-alcoholic beverages. We splurged on some wine as well.
The placemats had a map to help you navigate the buffet, which was super helpful. Though I spent most of my time at the seafood bar (lobster, crab legs, peel-and-eat shrimp), there was so much more than that! I didn’t even make it to the grill room which had prime rib, filet mignon, and other fried seafood goodies.
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| The map |
Some of us had grand ambitions to attempt to eat three lobsters, but I maxed out at two, plus a visit to the dessert buffet as well!
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| Round 1 |
The bear did not join us for dinner, but we had a pretty good crew who made the trip. Great pick Julie!
The Rundown:
Nordic Lodge
178 E Pasquisett Trail, Charlestown, RI
Kara Cooks and Eats 