it does! But interestingly, it got it's name because it started out as a road side stand....and guess where it was located? Under a shady maple tree :-)
The food has an influence of the Pennsylvanian Amish population, and apparently a lot of the produce and meats are sourced locally, which is environmentally friendly cutting down emission footprint and supports local businesses. The food turns over every 10-15 minutes bcos of the huge long lines of customers. The fried oysters looked delish. 🤤 I'd go here anyday! Count me in!! 👍
I could totally tell you were excited about this place by the chaotic way you shot the buffet and then when you sat down with the camera placement and coffee mug in frame. Haha! I would be that way too. This place is Buffet Mecca and any buffet fan should make a pilgrimage here at least once in a lifetime.
I love Shady Maples. I always go for my free birthday meal every year. The food is delicious and so many options to choose. Definitely have the brisket, the soups and the abundance of desserts. 😋
Man the food looks great. I love these videos like this because I won’t ever make it there but man if I find myself around there that’s a must stop lol.
Looks sooooo good! I love buffets but sadly most of them are closing down in America. I don’t live near Philadelphia, but I will definitely have to check this place out when I’m in the area. It’s been so chilly here in upper Wisconsin. I’m snuggling up watching your videos waiting for my boyfriend to get off work. The food looks 🔥 Ken. I’m jealous, that pudding bar is a dream! Love your videos. Merry Christmas to your family! ❤️💚
What an awesome random little reminder of your trip to Lancaster (the horse shoe!!!). I am from Pittsburgh, Pa and always wanted to go to this place! I dont eat chicken or beef... just veggies and fish - so buffets do not cater to me really ... if that makes sense. So would this be out of the way and a waste -- probably. Loved seeing this though!!
We live in MD about an hour away & have been to SM a few times.. most recently about 2 years ago. After watching this I told my husband we are going for his birthday in early November. He hasn’t been in many years!
There’s a documentary about this place on RUclips. Darn shame that in most of the US you can’t find a buffet with a search warrant these days (other than Vegas). I guess this place is so popular because they’ve all disappeared. Hopefully they make a comeback one day.
COVID killed off the buffet business. But it wouldn’t surprise me if there was a resurgence within 10-20 years as people get nostalgic for their childhood buffets as they grow older.
Ken, the next time your are in the Pittsburgh area I have some great recommendations for you to try! If you love Prime Rib, you have to try The Belle Tavern, its right down the road from my house! It would be great to meet you and dinner would be my treat! They have their prime rib on Friday's and Saturday's after 5pm. Also have some other restaurants in the area I totally recommend like V&V Scratch Kitchen and By George.
I could definitely have watched the whole video!! I can't believe it's over already, now I'm chomping at the bit for tomorrow 😅 Great find getting that horseshoe, Coolio!! 🤗💞
I have been here a few years back. Great value for money and the foods real good too. Love your humour and style Ken! "Cheese pull!" 😆... I always have to be eating something myself to make it through your vids haha, otherwise I just get too hungry.
Im Australian 🇦🇺 This is a nicely set out buffet venue. Seems relaxed . I appreciate them using locally sourced ingredients. And having live stations. Food is cooked freash ,it goes quickly and no waste . Nice staff. Love coffee ,but no accustomed to American coffee as black . I drink espresso flatwhite lattes and cappuccinos. If they do this at no extra cost iv got my money's worth. 👍🇦🇺😁 Oh how did you not get told to move you car and slerp there with no fees that was lucky.
This place is right down the road for us and im glad to see that everyone didn't say Amish over and Amish over again. Since you were down there on a tuesday its too bad you didn't go to roots market also which isn't too far away
Ya know…on a buffet…always go for the seafood & steak cuts. Maybe some potatoes & gravy…BUT…I do see you’re focused on the donuts! 😂 Love ya Ken! Oh and…when I first started watching you a couple yrs ago…my daughter said “Is that grandpa George??” Tbh…other than voice and nose (his is a bit bigger 😂)…you look exactly like my dad! 😉🙌🏻
Hi Ken, this place looks really big. I'd do a taco style salad from the bar, with a honey mustard dressing. I wonder if you use Ken's salad dressing for your salads, since you zoom in and your name was there. I can't wait for part two.
OMG just had to pause for a sec - going right back. The first thing brah put on his plate was broccoli????????????????? Good man. I wouldn't have a single piece on any of my plates.
The rule of thumb, at least out here in Vegas, is to stay away from the salad bar and bread, fill up on the goodness of the meat and seafood, those are the most expensive things on the buffet! Steamed veggies are great with your meat, but limit the carbs, like potatoes and pasta. 😎👍
darn i really thought you were stealth camping at eat n park especially after seeing you were going to PA 😔 but still this place is awesome and great video ken!
Wow, everything looked absolutely delicious. I am so jealous right now. That eclair thing looked like the eclair cake that I make. It's really easy with graham crackers and vanilla pudding mix, then add chocolate frosting on top. Yum!
I've been to Shady Maple numerous times. It is ALWAYS delicious. If they have the ham meatballs with pineapple BBQ glaze, shoofly pie and homemade loaves of bread, they are a must try.
Las Vegas used to have America’s largest buffet at the Rio Hotel and Casino, but like most of the other buffets here in town, they’ve been erased from existence 😔
IF you ever go to southern Wisconsin, you need to try Bomb Burger in Burlington, WI. Best burgers, homemade ranch and burger sauce ever! Right now, they’re only open M-F.
I looked through most of the comments and didn't see anyone pick up your mispronunciation of the word Reading. In the part of Pennsylvania that you were in it's pronounced without the a, so it's not Reading like reading a book. It's Reading like the railroad in the game Monopoly. The birch beer machine you were looking at has it's syrup supplied by the Reading Brewery (Beverage?) Company based in Reading, PA. The town/city was named after the city in England, Reading.
Yes! Love shady Maple!!! Growing up in Eastern Pennsylvania we went there atleast a few times a year. You need a trip to Gettysburg sometime. Tons of good restaurants and plenty of biking paths around the battlefield.
I would get some flavored rice, if they have that. Some shrimps, oysters a fat/juicy kielbasa with some onions and peppers, and a vegetable. And a corn bread.
I've always wanted to go there... Every video I see of this place makes my mouth water but you may turned me off to Beef Roast by calling it pudding...LOL
I'm glad you got the chance to experience Shady Maple Smorgasbord
So happy to have finally made it. 🥩❤️
@@KBDProductionsTV it's surprisingly affordable for it being and all you can eat buffet and the food is phenomenal
Or "shmorgasboard" 😊
Thank you for visiting. Glad you enjoyed your time with us.😃
I found it funny that the lady thought Ken was a Senior. She wasn't too far off :)))
Yup, 1 year and 8 months to 60 😳
Shady Maple sounds like a retirement home 😂
I said the same thing when I first saw that! 😂
@@MikesVegas after you eat there you need a retirement home.
It does doesnt it ?! 😂😂
it does! But interestingly, it got it's name because it started out as a road side stand....and guess where it was located? Under a shady maple tree :-)
The food has an influence of the Pennsylvanian Amish population, and apparently a lot of the produce and meats are sourced locally, which is environmentally friendly cutting down emission footprint and supports local businesses.
The food turns over every 10-15 minutes bcos of the huge long lines of customers.
The fried oysters looked delish. 🤤
I'd go here anyday!
Count me in!! 👍
You might wanna take Carol here on a date and compete to see who has the most plates in 24 hrs.
I think Ben and Mark-Andre would be better guests
@@himynameisbrianw no Ken is the man!
Ken wants to eat in peace.
I could totally tell you were excited about this place by the chaotic way you shot the buffet and then when you sat down with the camera placement and coffee mug in frame. Haha! I would be that way too. This place is Buffet Mecca and any buffet fan should make a pilgrimage here at least once in a lifetime.
When I go to places like this, I tend to try everything and then choose what I like the most to fill myself up.
the majority of canadians have not ever heard of scooby doo pasta and this guy does not speak for canada. its spiral pasta
A most wonderful video. All that food looks amazing. Many Thanks !!!
I love Shady Maples. I always go for my free birthday meal every year. The food is delicious and so many options to choose. Definitely have the brisket, the soups and the abundance of desserts. 😋
My wife and i stopped there during our Pennsylvania trip this past July and loved it! Im glad you liked it too!
I absolutely love this buffet. Not far from this place is French creek state park where me and my dad go hiking, hunting and fishing at.
This was an awesome idea Ken . I’ve always wanted to go here .
Great job Ken! Love these videos so much!!! Thanks Cheers!!
Thank you! 😊
Man the food looks great. I love these videos like this because I won’t ever make it there but man if I find myself around there that’s a must stop lol.
Love all your videos Ken, I go back and watch the truck stop vids they're my fav, keep them coming,
Its super busy when the tourist busses pass thru Lancaster. Pa Dutch food is awesome
Been a while since ive watched any of these videos. Have caught up. Youve done the best review of this place that ive seen.
Great vid as always Ken, what a massive restaurant
W vid Ken thanks for the content!
I always enjoy your videos Ken. I myself am eating when watching
Excellent part 1 looking forward nex part ken excellent video again from UK fan
Glad you enjoyed it
Thanks for coming here I’ve been asking for years! Cant wait to watch!
Nice video.. food looks amazing and that place is really clean I can see that.
Looks sooooo good! I love buffets but sadly most of them are closing down in America. I don’t live near Philadelphia, but I will definitely have to check this place out when I’m in the area. It’s been so chilly here in upper Wisconsin. I’m snuggling up watching your videos waiting for my boyfriend to get off work. The food looks 🔥 Ken. I’m jealous, that pudding bar is a dream! Love your videos. Merry Christmas to your family! ❤️💚
Love the video ken ❤
I went there a long time ago. So good. Did you get a magnet for Moose at the gift shop?
Awesome content ken keep it going bud
Thank you! 😊
What an awesome random little reminder of your trip to Lancaster (the horse shoe!!!).
I am from Pittsburgh, Pa and always wanted to go to this place! I dont eat chicken or beef... just veggies and fish - so buffets do not cater to me really ... if that makes sense. So would this be out of the way and a waste -- probably. Loved seeing this though!!
You made my wishes come true! You went! Yummm I would want the roast beef
We live in MD about an hour away & have been to SM a few times.. most recently about 2 years ago. After watching this I told my husband we are going for his birthday in early November. He hasn’t been in many years!
KEN U ARE DOING A EXELLENT JOB KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK MY FRIEND
Thank you! 😊
I gotta try this place. Breakfast especially!
Thanks Ken!
This all looks so yummy, wish I lived near that buffet. Looking forward to part 2.
Very interesting part one Ken. When will part two be up?
Today at 4pm EST :D
I love a great buffet! This one looks incredible!! Great video Ken!
There’s a documentary about this place on RUclips. Darn shame that in most of the US you can’t find a buffet with a search warrant these days (other than Vegas). I guess this place is so popular because they’ve all disappeared. Hopefully they make a comeback one day.
COVID killed off the buffet business. But it wouldn’t surprise me if there was a resurgence within 10-20 years as people get nostalgic for their childhood buffets as they grow older.
@@esweeney47I miss the cafteria-style restaurants.
Golden Corral 😂
this place was popular loooooooooong before COVID
Hi Ken!! Love your channel. Have you ever gone to the Nordic Lodge in RI? If not, please go when you get the opportunity.
Ken, the next time your are in the Pittsburgh area I have some great recommendations for you to try! If you love Prime Rib, you have to try The Belle Tavern, its right down the road from my house! It would be great to meet you and dinner would be my treat! They have their prime rib on Friday's and Saturday's after 5pm. Also have some other restaurants in the area I totally recommend like V&V Scratch Kitchen and By George.
The market itself is a hidden gem.❤
I could definitely have watched the whole video!! I can't believe it's over already, now I'm chomping at the bit for tomorrow 😅 Great find getting that horseshoe, Coolio!! 🤗💞
Hope you enjoyed it!
YOO KEN ALWAYS LOVE ❤️ RESTRAUNT VIDEOS BUT FOOD LOOKS FANTASTIC 👌 LOVED MANDARIN ONE WAS SO GREAT. KEEP ON TRUCKING 🚚
I have been here a few years back. Great value for money and the foods real good too. Love your humour and style Ken! "Cheese pull!" 😆... I always have to be eating something myself to make it through your vids haha, otherwise I just get too hungry.
Great video as always, now i want to eat there.
Im Australian 🇦🇺
This is a nicely set out buffet venue.
Seems relaxed .
I appreciate them using locally sourced ingredients.
And having live stations.
Food is cooked freash ,it goes quickly and no waste .
Nice staff.
Love coffee ,but no accustomed to American coffee as black .
I drink espresso flatwhite lattes and cappuccinos. If they do this at no extra cost iv got my money's worth.
👍🇦🇺😁
Oh how did you not get told to move you car and slerp there with no fees that was lucky.
Super cool place 🍁😁
Looks so nice.
Would love to visit one day 😋👍🍽️
Pennsylvania Dutch Birch Beer, gotta try it !!
This place is right down the road for us and im glad to see that everyone didn't say Amish over and Amish over again.
Since you were down there on a tuesday its too bad you didn't go to roots market also which isn't too far away
Ya know…on a buffet…always go for the seafood & steak cuts. Maybe some potatoes & gravy…BUT…I do see you’re focused on the donuts! 😂 Love ya Ken!
Oh and…when I first started watching you a couple yrs ago…my daughter said “Is that grandpa George??”
Tbh…other than voice and nose (his is a bit bigger 😂)…you look exactly like my dad!
😉🙌🏻
Excellent video thanks 👍🏻
Great video buddy hope you and carol an the kids are doing well 😊
U always put out fire 🔥 🇨🇦
Hi Ken, this place looks really big. I'd do a taco style salad from the bar, with a honey mustard dressing. I wonder if you use Ken's salad dressing for your salads, since you zoom in and your name was there. I can't wait for part two.
Ken, I think this might be up there as one of the best. How hard was it to leave?????
If you’re going to do Shady Maple, you’ve gotta do a piece of shoo fly pie for dessert!! Been there, LOVED IT!!
All of the food looks Delicious Ken ♥️😋and I Would fill my plate up with Shrimp 🍤 and Mac and cheese
We visited Shary Maple 2 times in september, coming directly from Germany! We spent a few days in Gettysburg and the buffet was worth the trip!! 😍
OMG just had to pause for a sec - going right back. The first thing brah put on his plate was broccoli????????????????? Good man. I wouldn't have a single piece on any of my plates.
The rule of thumb, at least out here in Vegas, is to stay away from the salad bar and bread, fill up on the goodness of the meat and seafood, those are the most expensive things on the buffet! Steamed veggies are great with your meat, but limit the carbs, like potatoes and pasta. 😎👍
Second plate Fried Chicken waffle fries mini corn dogs with cheese sauce for dipping my choice of Beverage lemonade😊
Nice video. Cheers.
Another video Mr domik respect
Reading draft 🤣🤣. Cali/England, it's Redding, always makes me laugh. Not what it used to be price wise but quality never waivers.
4 hours away from me. I'l have to check to see what's nearby. Maybe the family for a long weekend next June.
darn i really thought you were stealth camping at eat n park especially after seeing you were going to PA 😔 but still this place is awesome and great video ken!
Eat n Park is on my list :D
Wow, everything looked absolutely delicious. I am so jealous right now. That eclair thing looked like the eclair cake that I make. It's really easy with graham crackers and vanilla pudding mix, then add chocolate frosting on top. Yum!
Can’t make this up! Saw a “stealthed out van” in Holstein, IA the other day!! I thought of you…but yeah…I didn’t approach. 😉🤣
thanks for reviewing Shady Maple!
Ok, now I'm starving 😂 Yummmmm!!!
I've been to Shady Maple numerous times. It is ALWAYS delicious. If they have the ham meatballs with pineapple BBQ glaze, shoofly pie and homemade loaves of bread, they are a must try.
Ever try putting the Mac n cheese over the broccoli it's phenomenal!
Been there twice lately, second time wasnt as good as first but still à great place,love the grocery store too!
Great informative video!
But please get a camera with better image stabilisation. Too shaky videos can give make your head spin.
I remember when Mike Chen went there. We have a Mennonite restaurant and bakery near here. Delicious.
There's a pretzel place near there that's supposed to have very good pretzels.
I really enjoy all your content. Great work buddy!
Las Vegas used to have America’s largest buffet at the Rio Hotel and Casino, but like most of the other buffets here in town, they’ve been erased from existence 😔
Was hoping you would come there I live near it,love it there
That's a pro of living there, I wanna come visit! 😍
IF you ever go to southern Wisconsin, you need to try Bomb Burger in Burlington, WI. Best burgers, homemade ranch and burger sauce ever! Right now, they’re only open M-F.
Yumm i love strawberry jelly and honey mustard is alright
I go here every year on my birthday, because it is FREE on your birthday!
I looked through most of the comments and didn't see anyone pick up your mispronunciation of the word Reading. In the part of Pennsylvania that you were in it's pronounced without the a, so it's not Reading like reading a book. It's Reading like the railroad in the game Monopoly. The birch beer machine you were looking at has it's syrup supplied by the Reading Brewery (Beverage?) Company based in Reading, PA. The town/city was named after the city in England, Reading.
And for a beverage, the cookies and cream latte? I'm shocked you didn't try it Ken.
Man that’s huge. Make sure you’re close to the washroom. But what a place, you would never see this in California.
The amount of coffee! Your tolerance levels must be crazy ☕️ enjoyed that one Ken 😊
Or the coffee is weak. Relative to nordic coffee.
"America's" 😉 And Smorgasbord sounds Swedish/Scandinavian to me. 🙂🇸🇪
Yes! Love shady Maple!!! Growing up in Eastern Pennsylvania we went there atleast a few times a year. You need a trip to Gettysburg sometime. Tons of good restaurants and plenty of biking paths around the battlefield.
I was gonna say most foodie RUclipsrs go to shady maple, when's Ken going haha
I would get some flavored rice, if they have that. Some shrimps, oysters a fat/juicy kielbasa with some onions and peppers, and a vegetable. And a corn bread.
I want to try that place next time I am around Lancaster. I don't know how I missed it the last time I was in that area.
Out of all that food you start with broccoli lol I love it
It’s good to get the fibre in first if you can 😊
Love that place. I’ve been there when the line was out the door with 50+ people outside.
Yikes
great video
I would go to the salad bar first I love a good salad bar!
That supermarket next to it also amazing.
I've always wanted to go there... Every video I see of this place makes my mouth water but you may turned me off to Beef Roast by calling it pudding...LOL
Corn fritters are made with pancake batter and creamed Corn. At least, that's how my dad made them
We took a road trip there back in April and did a food review there great food nice people
Cool location
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
I would fill up on Mac and cheese, mini corn dogs, sausage, cheese burgers, hot dogs and soda.
Ken I hope you’re doing better after your last video! ❤🙏🏻 I was worried and was really hoping you were OK! 👍🏻