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.

Make your first trip to the 200-foot buffet that features a...

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.

...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.

Breakfast is currently served Monday through Saturday.

Just finished the best salad you've ever made? Now, you're ready to check out the scrumptious dishes at the food bar, including...

Shady Maple Smorgasbord does not allow tipping. All guests pay Pennsylvania sales of six percent, and a 12 percent service fee.

...fried chicken, meatballs, mashed potatoes, corn, cooked carrots, and plenty more. Each day of the week also features daily dinner specials.

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.

Wash all that deliciousness down with a soda (or pop, depending on which part of the state you're from) or another tasty drink.

Remember to take only as much as you plan to eat to help avoid waste which, in turn, helps keep the restaurant's overall costs down.

Check out the menu and find more information on the official website of Shady Maple Smorgasbord. Or, stop by the Facebook page of the largest smorgasbord in Pennsylvania.

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.

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