From hardcore gamblers, it takes at least $6,000 lost to gain 1,500 points. Furthermore, gained points are cleared out on June 30th and December 31st. They intentionally not to disclose how much money a customer has to lose to gain that many points.
Moreover, it also require customer to be a frequent gambler that has reached at least 1,500 points for entry. Maine Lobster Buffet is not a buffet, but all you can eat full service restaurant with English only menu that adds a mandatory $7 tip (should call it service charge instead of tip) on top of $49 price tag at entrance that is not disclosed until customers reached the restaurant.