Crab legs and lobster tails are not the first things most people expect to find in a small town in northwest Iowa. Yet every Friday night in Larchwood, a casino buffet near the South Dakota line rolls out a seafood feast that has drawn loyal fans from Sioux Falls and beyond for years.
The spread comes with a few twists, including a per-pound price on crab, a pay-first line, and a staff that regulars go out of their way to praise. Keep reading for the full story on the night, what it costs, when to arrive, and how to make the most of every plate.
A Buffet on the Iowa Border
Tucked into the far northwest corner of Iowa, Robert’s Buffet serves as the main all-you-can-eat stop inside Grand Falls Casino Resort. The full address is 1415 Grand Falls Blvd, Larchwood, IA 51241, United States.
The resort sits just across the state line from South Dakota, which explains why so many diners roll in from nearby Sioux Falls. A short drive turns a regular Friday into a small road trip with a seafood payoff…