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    The Nordic

    4.5 (587 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndBuffets, Seafood, Steakhouses
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    THE NORDIC ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Allison C.

    The Nordic Lodge has been on our foodie bucket list for a long time, so we finally made the trip out for Father's Day this year! The price per person is a hefty one, but in our opinion it was worth it for the array of options and quality. We were so impressed and definitely didn't leave hungry! The high rate of turnover kept the food hot and fresh, and even the desserts were impressive. Though you only get two hours to dine here, we never felt rushed, and our server was super attentive on refilling drinks and clearing out dirty plates. Loved the rustic vibe, and the grounds were beautiful too. Being able to make a reservation on a Sunday was really convenient. We would definitely come back again!

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    Consuela Mixon N.

    5++ Stars -- The Nordic Is a Bucket List Feast Worth Every Mile The Nordic Buffet in Rhode Island was absolutely to die for. It's been on my bucket list, and it delivered everything and more. Yes, it's a little pricey, but the experience? Beyond worth it. This place is a hidden gem that deserves way more hype. Let's talk food: unlimited lobster, and not just skimpy tails--full one-pounders+, buttery and perfect. Crab legs, oysters on the half shell, clams--you name it. They were literally shucking oysters as we walked through the line. Fresh, abundant, and absolutely indulgent. Prime rib, filet mignon, a dessert bar that could rival a wedding spread--it was nonstop deliciousness. The vibe? Rustic, outdoorsy, and charmingly old-school, yet massive and tucked away like a secret culinary retreat. The server was flawless, the ambiance was adorable, and the whole experience felt like a celebration. I'm already planning a weekend trip just to go back. If you love seafood, steak, and unforgettable dining--this is your spot.

    Komain S.

    I first heard about The Nordic from my cousin maybe 20 years ago, and I'm happy to say the place is still going strong. If you love seafood, this is definitely a must‑try destination. The setting is gorgeous: wooded property by a lake, well‑kept grounds with hammocks, outdoor fire pits, and a relaxed vibe where you can stroll and soak it all in before or after your meal. Inside, it's a massive all‑you‑can‑eat operation: lobster, crab, shrimp, prime rib, filet, scallops and so much more. Yes, it's not cheap. But if you commit to the full experience, you'll get your money's worth. It's for people who want the feast. The wait can be long at peak times. But they are well organized and manage the crowd really well. Follow their directions, give yourself plenty of time, and it will be part of the adventure rather than a frustration. What impresses me most is that they keep such a high level of consistency despite the size of this setup. For a place doing this many dishes at once, they maintain good quality across the board. Many props to the folks running this. If I'm looking for a seafood‑splurge in a setting that feels special rather than rushed, The Nordic is my go‑to.

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    Krystyn P.

    Okay, so let's be clear, the price point is to cover the all-you-can-eat lobsters and crab legs. And you can't be mad at that at all. It's been ages since I've had all-you-can-eat crab legs and The Nordic doesn't disappoint. All of the other food items were well prepared and delicious. Most notable though is the staff. For such a popular and busy establishment, they were kind and engaging to all of their patrons. When you're finally done with your food coma inducing meal, there's hammocks all around the property. I recommend the ones down by the lake. There's no better scenery to take a little post meal nap by.

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    Bob L.

    Came here right at opening time on a Saturday and was promptly seated. This is my second time here and it is still quite the experience. My advice? Get here early to avoid the inevitable rush that comes later on. The property is beautiful with hammocks, animals and a pond dotting the area. Great place to take a stroll after your meal! At $140 per person (for adults as of 7/2025) this is probably the most expensive buffet there is, but the food quality cannot be beaten! My favorites are the lobster (of course) as well as the prime rib which was cooked to perfection. They have a large assortment of other seafood items all of which were delicious. I highly recommend their clam chowder and lobster bisque (which be warned is extremely rich!). There is a ton of staff around and they're all extremely professional and friendly. Our plates were changed out quickly! My advice? If you like a more relaxed setting, I'd take a table at the front of the restaurant (where the windows are) as you'll avoid the inevitable rush of people if you sit in the main dining area (the benefits of which are quick access to the buffet). While this is not something one comes to frequently, for a special occasion this is my go to!

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    Dinner is served at this iconic lodge offering an all you can eat buffet, including fresh whole boiled lobster and other seafood, as well as prime rib, salad bar and a large dessert bar. This place has great service from a courteous, professional, seasoned staff. It is immaculately clean, throughout the entire restaurant and grounds. The property is beautifully maintained and a pleasure to enjoy, while waiting for a table. Their policy requires you to Pre-Pay, in order to be added to the waiting list for a table, which I personally found to be an offensive policy and not a welcoming experience on our 1st visit. I will say, I did not try any of the seafood, but the food I did try was average at best. I cannot recommend this restaurant, based solely on the food I tried - at a cost of $145.00 per person. I did not find value during my visit and I will not return to this restaurant. However, if you like seafood, and you are the type that would enjoy the dinner buffet on a Carnival Cruise,,you may enjoy your experience here...........the food was a big disappointment.

    Holly K.

    We recently went to The Nordic for my husband's birthday and had a great time. I had always heard about this legendary buffet, but this was my first time dining there. I will say overall it did live up to the hype! Endless fresh shucked oysters, crab legs, lobsters, and clams! What's not to love?! They also have a whole grill room with prime rib, rib eye, etc. The dessert area was also super impressive even though I was already so full. We went on a Saturday in May, arrived a little after 4pm and were seated without a wait. I wasn't sure what to expect since they don't take reservations for smaller parties on the weekend. The grounds are beautiful and we enjoyed walking around, checking out the animals, and sitting by the fire pit after dinner. I noticed they have a little cafe that opens in the summer, where you can get lobster rolls and dishes like that. A great way to enjoy the grounds even if you don't want to go for the full buffet.

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    D C.

    Lobsters and more lobsters. This place was "to visit" list for at least 5 years and was all positive. I tried fasting for 24 hours and 4 lobsters was the MAX I could eat. I left with nothing but satisfaction and a very full stomach. Until again.

    Peyton C.

    Heard a lot of people around Connecticut talking about this place so I decided to make a day trip out to see what it was all about. I was impressed with the outside, very well kept plants and grass, nice seating areas for waiting. Inside the restaurant felt/looked dated. We were greeted and got to sit immediately, we got there around 1:15. It wasn't long before it got full and people were waiting, so if you don't want to wait I recommend getting there as early as possible. The staff were excellent. Everyone was super helpful and nice. I haven't had service like that in the North East, it was reminiscent of the kind of service I'm used to back home in Charleston, SC. The food...well it was hit or miss. For the price, I was kind of expecting something more impressive. The lobster was decent. Candidly I'm not the biggest lobster fan so maybe I'm not the best judge. The lobster Mac and cheese was actually a surprise hit. The crab legs were also great. Both in size and taste. I could have skipped the lobster all together and just don't the crab legs. The grill room was mostly empty doing my time there, and I can see why now that I've had a taste. The prime rib was bland and grey. I thought maybe I was crazy, since nothing else they served was bland or even cooked poorly, but this seemed to be their fault. I wish I had skipped it altogether and used my time and stomach space for something better. The variety is decent, mostly seafood with some salad and some more "traditional" options. I appreciate the focus on seafood as it seems to be what they are best at. Overall, for 140 dollars, I'd say it wasn't worth it. 120 I'd be happier, and if it was 100 I'd say it was a steal.

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    evelyn A.

    The seafood here is fresh, local oysters. Delicious desert and all type of fruit. I have to say the service was amazing. Ambiance was amazing from the fire pit the beautiful landscape. life music by water so relaxing, I would recommend this as an all day adventure. I had three lobsters, three snow crab oysters, a dozen oysters and one that's without the deserts and fruit plate yummm 5 out of 5 stars

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    Ask the Community - The Nordic

    Do you use real butter? I don't like margarine for dipping my lobster in

    Yes we only use real butter.

    Do they have king crab legs?

    No they don't have king crab legs

    Are there animals at Nordic lodge?

    Yes ! We currently have 2 alpacas, a horse, a mini donkey and sheep to view..

    Do they do anything special for birthdays? Also, is it mandatory for reservations?

    Guests enjoying the buffet within one week of their birthday are welcome to provide an ID at our gift shop to receive a birthday gift from us. With regard to reservations they are required for all sized groups on Sundays. Friday and Saturday are… 

    Are the lobsters Maine lobsters?

    Our lobsters come from Canadian waters and from off the coast of Maine as well.

    Are there any Gluten free options?

    Yes! We encourage you to request a conversation with one of our ever presnt food safety certified managers when visiting. They will provide information to help you make good choices for yourself.

    How far in advance do I need to make a reservation for two adults ? This will be for our anniversary, so don't want to miss out.…

    Thank you for your inquiry. We are honored to host your anniversary celebration. Reservations for groups of less than 20 are only accepted on Sundays. If you are visiting on a Sunday you will head to our website 2 to 3 weeks in advance of your visit… 

    Question for the 2023 season. Are you going to bring back the king crab as a menu option? Please say yes!

    No. King crab remains unavailable. Snow crab continues to be part of the menu though.

    Got two kid both won't eat any seafood? How much would it cost for a 6 years old and a 10 years old?

    The 6 yo is $33 and 10 yo was $58. I personally don't think it was worth it for my 10 yo because he didn't eat the seafood either. That being said, the food was delicious for us adults.

    I see "crab" listed on your menu. What kind of crab is it, please?

    Not king crab they took it off the menu and increased the price what a joke

    What are your hours? Yelp has it only open 5:00 pm on Friday & noon on Saturday.

    Our best suggestion is to visit our website. The best times to visit page is updated weekly and shares accurate hours that vary slightly each week.

    How much is the price now? And is it impossible to get a table for one person? Thank you!

    $125 and we happily host all size parties- including singles.

    Do you have outdoor dinning. We're traveling with a teacup sized dog?

    We do have lakeside dining off an a la carte menu but dogs are not allowed in that area. I'm sorry.

    My group is planning on a celebrating a birthday on Sunday, 6/19. What are the hours for Sunday and how far in advance can we reserve?

    Ty for your inquiry. That date will be made available on our website next week. When the date is selected the offered times will appear. Hope to see you then.

    I don't see Alaskan King Crab mentioned on your 2022 menu. Do you still serve this item on your buffet? Thank you!

    Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately king crab is not consistently available in the quantities we need this year so the answer is no. King crab is not on the menu.

    Traveling to check out this place with two children (3 and 10) and 5 adults this Saturday 4/30. Do you suggest we show up really early ahead of opening hours to guarantee first seating?

    Terrific! Thank you for your question. Arriving by 1 or so will be great. We are opening the doors by 1:30 tomorrow. See you then!

    Is there a place on the grounds to enjoy a cigar?

    Yes. There is plenty of room to enjoy a cigar.

    I can hardly contain my excitement. I'm all revved up to go this Saturday, it will be our first time here. We are celebrating our 20th & coming from out of town. Been eyeing Nordic a LONG while. Will it live up to the hype?

    Absolutely!!! Dive into the lobsters, jumbo shrimp cocktail and especially the king crab legs

    This may be an odd off question but how heavy is the cicada presence at the property? We will be visiting before they are gone and we are not a fan. We like to enjoy the grounds whenever we visit and just want to be prepared.?

    To the best of my knowledge we do not have cicadas here in Rhode Island.

    Do you accept Amex or just visa and mastercard?

    Yes. American Express is accepted.

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    Stopped in for lunch and was greeted and seated immediately. Drink order was taken and arrived…read morequickly. Plenty of options for everyone. Decided on the clam chowder, pot stickers, and fish and chips. Chowder came piping hot with a bag of crackers. Chowder was good, nice and creamy, not many clams but plenty of potatoes. Next came the pot stickers and was surprised to find they were deep fried. The dish came with a sesame dipping sauce that had a very enjoyable bite to it. This was the star of lunch. The dough was fried perfectly, good crunch and texture and the chicken inside was juicy, flavorful and well spiced. There plenty on the plate and could have been a meal by themselves. The fish was disappointing. Although it was very fresh and it was flounder which surprised me as I thought it was ground up fish formed into a patty. The flavor was good but the texture I didn't find pleasant. Fish was very small flakes which might have which was what I didn't care for. Been a long time since I've had flounder. Also the coating was pretty thick, had to really work at it to get to the fish. The.fish came with a huge order of fries which could probably be cut in half and would still be plenty with the dish. Small containers of Coleslaw and tartar sauce were provided. Will return for the pot stickers for sure and maybe go back to having the rib steak sandwich has been good in the past. Seating is comfortable with booths and tables available and there is a large bar area with plenty of tvs.

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