A Taste of Rhode Island - The Nordic Lodge

We join the Persson family on an epic tour of the world famous Nordic Lodge, one of the top all-you-can-eat seafood buffets in the world. The Nordic is not a restaurant, it's an experience. Part Two of the Oyster Renaissance Episode from our food and travel series, A Taste of Rhode Island, airing on Rhode Island PBS.

[@joycebagley6450]

This place is worth every single dime. The seafood is so fresh and the beef is way better than I thought it would be considering all they spend on seafood. High quality on everything. Shocked me. My husband takes his staff here twice a year, summer and right before they close. Bill is over 1K but worth it since they all worked hard.

[@Mrkatt763]

As a prior business owner, 1K is penny to the dollars. Great job for taking care of your employees

[@elh3945]

When they say "high end" they really really mean it!! Food is excellent

[@cliftonreid9234]

I went here with my family last year 3 hour drive from jersey. My family flew out from North carolina.The Nordic is amazing and worth the drive great conversation with staff and people there. Food to die for. I make sure to get a hotel nearby because after eating their amazing food you may want to lay down and relax and enjoy the pleasant time you had here.

[@Steve-rc1ug]

To get the most for your money, don’t fill up on garlic bread or fried food, and skip the soft drinks while you dine. They just fill you up and bloat your stomach. Hydrate a couple of hours before you go. Head for the lobster, Alaskan King Crab, shellfish, filet mignon and prime rib. You’ll thank me.

[@barbarawinters646]

We were there from Alabama last week. This place is amazing, great food, wonderful staff and is run like a well oiled machine. Spent my 58th birthday there, hope to go again one day. Roll Tide from Tuscaloosa!

[@JohnSmith-el6lk]

I can't wait to go some day, I'll fast a day or two before, everything looks great.

[@salemdesigns65]

Robert Nitkowski: I follow a fasting lifestyle as well. I'll be visiting New Hampshire this Spring and will be dining at the Lodge. I think I'm going to dry fast for 3 days then wet fast 2 days before the meal. I wanna taste it ALL! 😄

[@edwardfantasia3246]

Don’t fast. It shrinks your stomach leaving less space for all you’re going to want to eat!

[@theodorehaskins3756]

Hands-down I can say with confidence but I’ve never been to a place as unique with such high quality food as the Nordic Ladge

[@MissJ619]

I love this place. Best 2 hours ever!!!

[@blockkboyz729]

Good evening, was the food seasoned?

[@abruabe]

just 2 hrs only they allowed to eat buffet??????

[@ryanbahnsen6429]

@@abruabe That's what I hear

[@classic-1593]

I am going this year!!!!!!!

[@85tkern]

Just waiting for the quarantine to end and I'll head over there to open up the season.

[@theskywookie929]

Went there with my mom for my 13th birthday...it's amazing. The unlimited Lobster and the dessert bar are my two favorite parts.

[@dannewton1763]

I definitely need to get here one day.

[@sidhicbab4230]

Nancy is awesome I see her twice a year for the past 25 years

[@3up3down.]

Wow! This place looks amazing, it’s on my bucket list.

[@papercutpostman1660]

Steve looks like a Viking! This food definitely Nordic ^^

[@billystanhope5855]

Grew up in Massachusetts. Living in Nashville. I plan trips to the Lodge when I visit friends and family

[@rangerxlt3]

Hey! the guy shucking the oysters was serving the meat when I went last Friday! Everything was amazing!!

[@johnd8788]

Very cute. Isn't he?

[@mikerodz543]

Poor kid busting his ass for low pay

[@lolmock25]

@@mikerodz543 out of the 100$ price 15% is gratuity split between the staff

[@myopinonz]

I spend $500 just going to chuck-e-cheese, hell yeah $199 for me and my wife plus peace IS WORTH IT.

[@gravyb4741]

McGregor. Busted again. Idiot

[@rebeccabaggett1829]

Lol...u r so right

[@rosegeaber7533]

It's 125.00 per person...?

[@trevordurkin1940]

the father of a buddy of mine is somewhat of a regular here, and a large guy, who always makes sure he gets his money’s worth. once ate 16 1lb lobsters and decided to stop not because he was full but because he was “comfortable”

[@adamcoletti83]

I go twice a season and it's always a pleasure talking with Steve.

[@Bloodworthdeb4869]

OHH WOW Such an AWESOME top selection of food 👌I must visit soon YUM🤗

[@TheItsmegp46]

Im headed there with my family before they close for the winter.

[@Arthur-nr5ci]

As restaurant worker, I'm imagining the leftover feast you could take home with you after all the guests go home.

[@michaelmcghee4277]

It looks wonderful 😊

[@lloydkukon1336]

We go every year. We plan it to be the same time as the Charlestown Seafood Fest. Food is fresh and delicious. You cant replace the family atmosphere they have there! Oh, the tip is included ! I always tip my waiter ! They well deserve it! Well worth every penny to go there Besides they have to be profitable to stay in business too ! So lucky to have a place like this alittle over 3 hours away !

[@teslarex]

A great family business. Top of the line.

[@seewhatisee7427]

I swear I’d hitch hike here lol OMG 😮

[@micholakinola1053]

😂😂😂😂

[@jf76]

Wow, looks amazing. I don't go to all-you-can-eat buffets generally because although I love food I don't eat a lot, (I do cook a lot for others!) but I would definitely go there if I had the chance. I love that they prize quality and the experience and that it is a family run place.

[@aarongerrard-ziniti]

Can't Wait For Sunday I'll Be Going Back On Sunday

[@scherrytalley5645]

Do you have any job openings??? Coming to visit in October. Can't wait.

[@gardenknitter4]

How did I not know about this place when I lived in Connecticut?!!!

[@ezrarain81]

I'm going here tomorrow. I'm driving from New York, Rockland County. Coming for the lobster and King Crab.

[@wintrykiss]

wowww wish i lived nearby id go at LEAST once a month !!!!!!!!!!

[@Chance2Explore]

I plan on going at some point this year!! 😋

[@michellealexander6765]

I’ve been Here many times at least Over 10 I go once a year and it’s nice to get away and go have a nice lobster or seafood buffet so the food is decent just got back today from here sometimes the lobster it can be overcooked but today it was delicious the chicken wings were great the steak was also fantastic stuff shrimp rice broccoli string beans everything was great however there is no seasoning on anything so you have to season it yourself as far as the steak and the chicken tenders what overcooked . And the ribs look burnt but they were good. I will go back again like I do every year and I am looking forward to it so if you’re looking for at all you can eat buffet with seafood and other options if you don’t eat seafood I would recommend this place

[@CrazyBob1357]

Looks delicious ❤

[@JD-kf2ki]

I have heard that diners can only seat for 2 hours max. Right?

[@justicejohnson1155]

Boy I wish I could visit your place but I live in Florida,☹️💕

[@americathebeautiful6849]

WONDERFUL!

[@misplacedcajun2325]

If I am ever within 500 miles of Rhode Island, I am coming here. Is overnight lodging available? I plan on eating there daily for at least a couple of weeks!!

[@Ceberis]

"plan on eating there for a couple of weeks"??? You better take out a second mortgage so you can pay for it. Currently it's $125 per person. Oh, and did I mention you have a 2 hour limit for your stay?

[@tarabattle3507]

See you in three weeks. Can't wait.

[@candy.......]

Nice happy people here i wish i was there

[@kenichitamagusuku3194]

It appears to be a great place to eat!

[@krislv9219]

Wonderful video thank you for showing us the Nordic Lodge. It’s a dream of mine to visit next year. A little bit of awkwardness at 04:53 about the family all getting along, I wager there’s some drama they aren’t telling us…the two sisters shot each other looks..😂 but otherwise fab video thank you, prolly best buffet in the USA

[@budtender4331]

Good place to pig out. $100. Worth it.

[@orica842]

The fish and cow farm buffet is a grand restaurant

[@biggianthead17]

I can't eat too much. Do they have a regular menu? I've been going to RI for all my life... and I've never been there. Shame on me. Must remedy this as it just went into my bucket list.

[@B-ch6uk]

I could never eat $100 worth of food in 2 hours but it sure looks good. Is there a limit on how many lobsters you can take?

[@dianad6090]

As many lobsters as you would like

[@didokinney9173]

I would love to come from Chicago 🥰

[@michaelantoniotti2738]

Roadtrip!

[@sidhicbab4230]

Nobody beats the lodge

[@andrewareva4605]

The narrator says this is rated within that 10 top of America. Where is this list? I need to go down this list.

[@GeorgeRellas]

Are there rooms for rent nearby, to pass out in after eating all this insanely good food?

[@jackieblue787]

Yes but around 13 miles away. My family is going in 3 weeks. Nomnomnom.

[@jorgevazquez2494]

I've been going since it was $99.00 3 hours to eat from long island going up Nov 30th this year 2021 I love this place oh forgot the people are fenamonal grantee you come here once you will be back

[@jujub4553]

I want/need to go here

[@rockmassa4151]

The Absolute Best

[@2drunkguysaguitarandaharmo909]

Is this all you can eat?

[@CiggyCigss]

yes... for 2 hours

[@gravyb4741]

Huh. A pastor can fly 4 people from Indiana for supper. Collections must be good

[@w0225766]

"this chair it is the absolute best"

[@benmanso8225]

hows the wait?

[@Ceberis]

Bring your wallet!! $125 per person. 2 hr time limit on chow time.

[@tubetop123]

Well done

[@909irena]

i want to go.

[@nickharris2120]

that sure looks good

[@MrSurprenant1]

Great video on what is offered I just went 6/21/19 it was the same menu..nice property the staff was A++ Awesome but honestly not worth $100+ dollars pp..even if you just ate high end food you'll never eat $100 worth of seafood in a 2hr limit..If you do than you'll feel like your in an episode of man vs food just to get your money's worth

[@JohnSmith-qg9sv]

Yes! $100 is to much.....

[@reganapparel]

A younger John Pinette would had accepted that challenge.

[@juanmontenegro2025]

How it's works? For $100 can you eat all day long while you stay in that place?

[@recipioct]

No there is a time limit

[@hlook9700]

2 hours, not long enough ;-)

[@johnd8788]

The only thing you should be getting there for that price is the lobster, oysters, clams, and filet mignon. He didnt state where the shrimp or scallops come from so I am going to assume it is from some cesspool in a third world country.

[@kimmacapinlac7720]

damn im hungry. whojoo

[@audreyfranco360]

How much

[@aarongerrard-ziniti]

This Year $135.00 Per Person

[@matthewfreeman33]

Fogo de Chao for half the price is better

[@jamesmoore6907]

im gonna need 12 doz. oysters 2 lbs of squid at least 10 lobsters whole ? give me an address?

[@appolop8273]

Beats any Vegas Buffet a million times over.

[@johnpoff7792]

We thank the congregation for all of god's money. They flew us here to indulge in gluttony. Hahah what a farce. The restaurant looks amazing though. Only a knock on the "pastor"

[@jcaam8094]

Last time I went it was $ 68.00 per person now it's $ 111.00 per person, get real.

[@xVAC4NTx]

I want to go there soon but i'm afraid they wont be nice to colored people.

[@micholakinola1053]

Right

[@micholakinola1053]

We can go together

[@tootieale]

Don't think like that. Im black and i'm proud. I've been there 3 times. 2013/14 and 2017. They treated everyone with respect! P.S. That lobster and prime rib is the best combo. 👍

[@fayezentner619]

Are you serious it's not the 60s they have different races coming in by the busload

[@luckyliving6271]

There's colored people reviewing the restaurant in the video love 💕 and they look happy 😁