Diners' Choice: Neighbourhood gem restaurants in Western MA

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Updated 05 October 2026

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The Old Inn On The Green

4.9

4.9 (1165)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

New Marlborough

About the restaurant

Dining at The Old Inn on the Green is an extraordinary experience: fine wine, great food, attentive, knowledgeable service and the dining rooms illuminated only by candle light. Chef and Owner Peter Platt, along with his team, work to create innovative and memorable meals that are an event unto themselves. Currently, we are offering a $95 Prix Fixe, Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30-9:00pm for both indoors and in our heated outdoor Covered Patio. In addition to candlelight, in the colder months there are wood burning fireplaces in each room. A copy of our current menu can be found on the home page of our website www.oldinn.com.
Note: Parties of 6 or more will be subject to a 20% gratuity; Outdoor reservations can't always be moved Inside; cancellations within 24 hours of one's reservations will be subject to a $50 per person Cancellation Fee. Please call 413-229-7924, with any questions.

Top review

Ning

Dined 3 days ago

Very unique and special restaurant. Worth a trek!!

B Napoli

4.9

4.9 (2188)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

West Springfield

About the restaurant

bNapoli Italian is a contemporary Italian restaurant serving authentic cuisine from the Naples region of Italy using only top quality ingredients. Reservations are highly recommended as they are booking for indoor as well as outdoor dining on their 28 seat enclosed patio.

BNapoli is known for their professional yet approachable service, beautifully created from scratch menu and inventive balanced cocktails. They offer an eclectic 100 label variety of new and old world wine focused mainly on North America and Italy from a glass enclosed temperature controlled wine room. Their cocktail menu is culinary based and guest focused offering creative seasonal takes on timeless classics and they also offer six draft lines featuring local breweries as well as a small curated selection of bottles.

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KennethGold

Dined on 10 Oct 2026

We love this place, great atmosphere, food is always great, cocktails and a very good wine list. The owner and staff are very pleasant, Amelia the bar manager is the best, great craic, friendly, the person who makes the experience of eating at the bar a great experience! The owner, who we had a great conversation with is very passionate about the restaurant and you can tell he’s poured his life into making it what it is. He’s the story of immigration, a dream, passion, hard work and making a successful business and investing in a local community. It doesn’t get any better than that.

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4.9

4.9 (90)

$30 and under

Farm-to-table

North Adams

About the restaurant

Artist Matt Bertles + Chef Aaron Willis (the Generous Chef) + Farmer/Chef Tu Le (328North)
combine their talents to create fun + flavorful food inspired by their West Coast upbringing. STATE Food + Drink combines their connection with the Berkshires while developing a sense of place and belonging. Through a commitment to storytelling, seasonality, and community, the restaurant offers an inviting space where people can gather, connect, and enjoy fresh, flavorful cuisine. Established September 2024 and located in Greylock WORKS in the Northern Berkshires.

Known for creating special experiences, the different food nights provide a window into the creators aesthetics. Seasonal fare inspired by classics for weekend dinners. Blue Mondays offer Soul Food with a Berkshire twist. Tu'sday allows diners to delve into Vietnamese family recipes.

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Ruth

Dined on 25 Sept 2026

As usual, everything was delicious, artfully arranged on the plate, and every dish had an interesting and unique garnish. If you enjoy fine cooking, go to State!

Mezze Bistro + Bar

4.8

4.8 (2511)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Williamstown

About the restaurant

Mezze Bistro + Bar serves a prix fixe menu inspired by the Mediterranean using local ingredients. Craft cocktails, boutique wines, and small-batch beers highlight the beverage program. We are nestled next to Williamstown Rural Lands' Sheep Hill. During summer dine al fresco on our deck, please make a note if that's your preference in your reservation. To learn about private dining options for groups of up to 25 contact: mezzebistro@mezzeinc.com. Stay with us, book your bistro experience paired with our contemporary haven just a few steps above the BISTRO with Mezze Guesthouse. Learn more guesthouse@mezzeinc.com or https://www.mezzerestaurant.com/mezze-guesthouse/

Mezze Hospitality Group, includes Mezze Events, a full-service events company, BLUEBiRD & CO. casual restaurant at the base of Jiminy Peak. Come for the food, stay for the rooms with Mezze Guesthouse, a five-unit, boutique & contactless accommodation only steps above Mezze Bistro.

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Leslie

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

We had a terrific dinner at Mezze in Williamstown. The wait staff, the food, and the atmosphere combined for a great time.

The Student Prince Cafe

4.8

4.8 (864)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Springfield

About the restaurant

Since 1935, Student Prince has offered largest selection of Bavarian and German beers paired with American, Seafood, Steakhouse, and European-inspired cuisine.

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Brett

Dined on 10 Oct 2026

Place was amazing!!! Staff incredible! Live entertainment was fantastic.

Lattitude (West Springfield, Massachusetts)

4.7

4.7 (1752)

$30 and under

Global, International

West Springfield

About the restaurant

Chef/Owner Jeffrey Daigneau “wanted to share his craft with the community he grew up in, treating them to a new level of dining experience – the "Lattitude experience.” He wanted to highlight freshness and the use of local seasonal products create some unique fresh cuisine for guests. With a farm to table concept flowing from the pages of his menus by way of grilled beef tenderloin with white sweet potato puree, pan seared Diver scallops and his famous fried brussels and much, much more, Chef Daigneau has brought back the excitement of dining out. He strives to cover all of his guests’ favorite tastes!!

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jamie

Dined on 13 Oct 2026

Wonderful! Staff was friendly and food was delicious. The cheese board was well curated and the salmon was a standout.

Villa Napoletana

4.7

4.7 (874)

$30 and under

Italian

East Longmeadow

About the restaurant

“The combination of exquisite food, superb service and excellent ambiance all create an experience you will never forget.” Since 1998, Villa Napoletana has offered the finest southern Italian cuisine, service and atmosphere to all who enjoy making memorable experiences. Villa Napoletana is committed to selecting only the freshest ingredients available. To us it is a constant culinary challenge to bring guests the finest Italian food that can be provided. We look forward to serving our guests with innovative specials!

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Cheryl

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing prime rib on special on Tuesdays that was very affordably priced. There was five of us and three of us had it. It comes with potatoes and creamed spinach and we paid extra for a side salad. The service was outstanding and everyone loved what they had!

The Red Lion Inn

4.5

4.5 (3539)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Stockbridge

About the restaurant

Since welcoming its first guests in 1773, The Red Lion Inn has earned a reputation for outstanding food and genuine country hospitality. Those traditions are continued today, with our outstanding menu featuring contemporary cuisine that is rooted in the region's history and harvests. Emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients and a huge proponent of buying locally and sustaining the region, we regularly update the Inn's menus to reflect the bounty of each season. Guests choose from the elegant Main Dining Room and the cozy Widow Bingham's Tavern. The wine list offers 500 plus selections, and has received the Wine Spectator best of Award of Excellence for ten consecutive years; Sommelier Tim Eustis helps pair wines with meals. If you would like to dine in the Tavern, please choose Bar when making your reservation.

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Dennis

Dined 3 days ago

Always a delightful place for lunch or dinner. You cannot beat the atmosphere and the food is excellent.

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Popular dish

Chicken Pot Pie

The Barn Kitchen & Bar at The Williams Inn

4.5

4.5 (829)

$31 to $50

American

Williamstown

About the restaurant

Join us at The Barn, the signature restaurant of The Williams Inn. The Barn serves familiar New England classics, seasonally inspired, locally sourced, masterfully prepared cuisine – prepared with an open mind and a fresh vision. Our restaurant has been thoughtfully designed especially for those who crave dining experiences that inspire a deeper connection with the community.

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Colleen

Dined 5 days ago

I had the roasted cauliflower w beluga lentils and the flavors were outstanding!! Very generous portion size. Impeccable, friendly service by Jesse G! Please recognize her great service. Highly recommend this restaurant

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Popular dish

Bolognese

Max Tavern - Springfield

4.2

4.2 (285)

$31 to $50

American

Springfield

About the restaurant

!Max Tavern's innovative menu features contemporary American cuisine, classic chophouse fare, craft cocktails, and more. Our team strives to make sure you have a memorable dining experience each and every time.

If you're looking to make a larger reservation please contact us directly at (413)-746-6299

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Jennifer

Dined 6 days ago

The perfect spot for birthday celebrations! The atmosphere is cozy and it’s surprisingly quiet in the dining room even with a full house. Chris our server was fantastic and really made our experience enjoyable and fun! We appreciated the surprise toast and treats for the birthday boys! The brunch menu is excellent and we enjoyed a variety of dishes from the cauliflower appetizer, crab cake Benedict, soups and smash burgers. Get the Bloody Mary! A wonderful experience with plans to return for future celebrations!

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Experience

Tee off party

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