The Viking Supper Club, Larsen - Saturday February 10, 2018

Our son Chris joined us for dinner at the Viking, located on Highway II near Larsen.  We arrived around 6:00 and settled in at the half full bar for a round of Old Fashioneds. The gentleman that prepared our drinks was just helping out as the scheduled bartender failed to show for work. The drinks, however, were excellent. They weren’t too busy so he gave us the choice of heading into the dining room to order or having the waitress take our order at the bar. We chose Option B.

After reviewing the menu we told the bartender we were ready to order and our waitress promptly appeared. She was friendly and efficient, but appeared to be a bit nervous as I think she was relatively new on the job. We decided to split a half order of smelt at the bar before heading into the dining room. The smelt were small, lightly breaded and deep fried served with a side of tartar sauce.  The appetizer was excellent and the half order was just the right amount for the three of us to share. 

We proceeded into the dining room to have a go at the soup and salad bar.  Two soups were offered, chicken dumpling and clam chowder. I had the chicken dumpling, which again was excellent. Ann and Chris decided to pass on the soup to save room for the main course.  The salad was fresh and colorful with a variety of different greens and lettuces.  All agreed it was very good.

Our entrees arrived early, just as we were starting our salads. I guess we were partially to blame for dawdling at the bar after placing our order. No big deal!

 Ann had the broiled haddock with baby red mashed potatoes, Chris opted for the seafood alfredo, and I chose the Saturday night special, prime rib and loaded baked potato.  Again, everyone’s meal was excellent.

The Viking is open daily for lunch and dinner, but only offers the soup and salad bar Friday through Sunday evenings so for the full supper club experience make sure to stop in on a weekend.  I had the impression they were a bit under staffed and would have struggled had the place been really busy. On this particular evening everyone appeared to be having a good time and enjoying their meals.  The Viking is a bit out of the way,  but well worth the trip.