Spring is on the way (we promise), which means a lot of our delicious seasonal Rhode Island eateries will come out of hibernation and open for the year. If you’re planning to dine at The Nordic, an all-you-can-eat seafood spot in Charlestown, we highly recommend you start preparing for a feast right now. This is one of the largest buffets in the state, and you can make as many trips as you’d like.

The Nordic sits on the shores of Pasquiset Pond in Charlestown.

The Nordic / Facebook It’s open from mid-April until mid-December every year, and during the summer, it stays perpetually packed.

All it takes is one visit to see why so many people love this place.

fhwa1998 / TripAdvisor We do mean one restaurant visit, not one buffet trip… you’ll want to make about a dozen of those.

The menu focuses on local cuisine, which means you’ll see a lot of seafood.

management / TripAdvisor Steamed clams, New England Clam Chowder, and lobster are just a few of the tasty seafood options.

But even if you’re not in the mood for seafood for some reason, you’ll find plenty to eat here…

The Nordic / Facebook

… like the decadent prime rib.

The Nordic / Facebook The Nordic also serves filet mignon, chicken wings, fresh oysters, salads, corn on the cob, and so much more.

But no matter how many servings of meat, veggies, and seafood you enjoy, you’ll definitely want to save room for dessert.

Elizabeth W / TripAdvisor From fresh berries to irresistible cakes and pies, you’ll find a little bit of everything on this buffet table. And you’ll want to try it all.

When the weather allows, you can step outside and play a pre-dinner game of volleyball before your meal.

The Nordic / Facebook Of course, you can also take a post-dinner nap in this cozy hammock or relax by the fire pit with a cocktail.

During its season, The Nordic is open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays for dinner.

The Nordic / Facebook Since they are reservation dependent, their hours vary. However, they’ll never turn anyone away – you just might have to wait awhile for your Alaskan King Crab legs.

Ready to eat your way through this epic buffet? If you have 20 or more in your party, you can make a reservation online.

The Nordic / Facebook

It’s open from mid-April until mid-December every year, and during the summer, it stays perpetually packed.

fhwa1998 / TripAdvisor

We do mean one restaurant visit, not one buffet trip… you’ll want to make about a dozen of those.

management / TripAdvisor

Steamed clams, New England Clam Chowder, and lobster are just a few of the tasty seafood options.

The Nordic also serves filet mignon, chicken wings, fresh oysters, salads, corn on the cob, and so much more.

Elizabeth W / TripAdvisor

From fresh berries to irresistible cakes and pies, you’ll find a little bit of everything on this buffet table. And you’ll want to try it all.

Of course, you can also take a post-dinner nap in this cozy hammock or relax by the fire pit with a cocktail.

Since they are reservation dependent, their hours vary. However, they’ll never turn anyone away – you just might have to wait awhile for your Alaskan King Crab legs.

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Address: 178 E Pasquiset Trail, Charlestown, RI 02813, USA