Tucked away in Manassas, Virginia, the Great American Buffet has quietly perfected a humble dish that has locals and travelers alike mapping out special journeys just to experience it: the Irish baked potato that defies all reasonable expectations of what a spud can be.
When a potato makes you consider the logistics of a two-hour drive just for dinner, you know you’ve stumbled upon something extraordinary in the culinary universe.
The Great American Buffet announces its patriotic identity before you even step inside, with bold red lettering against a neutral exterior and red-white-blue striped awnings that practically salute you upon arrival.
It’s nestled in a strip mall setting that might not scream “destination dining” to the uninitiated, but the parking lot tells another story…