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Ombra -- Subtle. Seductive. Memorable…read more When you are a wine afficionada you seek out the best wine bars wherever you go. Welcome to Ombra in Lenox, MA. Lenox has some really cool spots and Ombra is one of them. Recommended by a local, we stopped here on Valentine's Day after our dinner for a nice glass of wine. The place was crowded but luckily a few people were leaving so we scored some seats at the bar. I ordered a glass of Nebbiolo from Italy which was good. My husband had a beer. The place is so cute and very romantic with dim lights, a great wine selection and their food looked so good. Unfortunately, we were so full that we did not end up ordering anything. Although, the french fries were calling my name. Ombra is a place that I could see us coming to almost every week and not getting tired of it. We met a local who is very nice and told us how Ombra is very popular. I think we will have to come back in the spring/summer to get those french fries :) If you are ever in Lenox definitely make your way to Ombra for a nice glass of wine or try a cocktail. This is the perfect date night spot for sure whether you start or end your evening here, you will be happy! Cheers~

Nice cozy tavern, not a lot of seating. Pretty good drink selections, as well as food options…read more Service was quick and very friendly, I sat at the bar and was made to feel like a regular despite it being my first visit, definitely won't be the last. Food and drinks were delicious and reasonably priced. I had the Birria tacos and the yogurt/naan platter. I will absolutely be back to try more!

Bar area

Shishito peppers and green beans with chilli crisp

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Oz's Potion Cocktail

Brava

4.4(323 reviews)

4.7 mi

I've walked past Brava in the past, but after seeing good reviews on Yelp decided to give them a…read moretry and boy was I pleased. Servers are personal and friendly, no pressure and helpful. The food is tapas style with just the right amount of choices. The Swiss chard was prepared perfectly with just the right amount of seasoning. The meat balls were better than grandmas and the wine pairing suggested by our server was perfect. By the way, one of the most extensive wine and beer list anywhere. I look forward to dining here again. When the weather is nice, definitely sit outside.

We walked On a busy Saturday without a reservation,we got a table for two indoors luckily! Great…read moreservice including the hostess and the server! Arugula salad was very good - apricots and cheese were a great addition, there was a little too much sherry vinaigrette. Boom boom shrimp had a nice subtle kick and crispy! Tomato and basil soup was warm and tasty, paired well with side of bread. Wings come 8 in an order and the habanero delivered on the spice! Beautiful ambiance indoors with mood lighting. Bathrooms are also very spacious and clean!

Dining Room

Pizza, shrimp, bar.

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Anchovies

Alta Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.4(438 reviews)

•$$$

Alta is a MUST when you're in the Berkshires! The food was outstanding, as was the service. This…read morewas a top-ten experience for us, ever! The atmosphere is warm and cozy, and our server was really so kind and knowledgeable. The food portions were perfectly sized and delicious!!

A Valentine's dinner that did not impress!…read more Valentine's has always been a very special holiday for me. My husband and I decided to spend the weekend in the Berkshires, which was lovely and quiet. I made reservations ahead of time for this highly rated wine bar and very close to where we were staying. First off, due to the previous weather/storms they had no street parking. But luckily we parked in a nearby lot. Upon arrival, the restaurant bar area was very nice and romantic. The server brought us to our table but I was a bit disappointed in the ambiance. I mean the bar area was a bit darker and the table that we were being seated at had a lot of light. Now, don't get me wrong, It was Valentine's day which screams romantic and there was no romantic vibe to this restaurant. After mentioning this to our server she did move us and turned down the lights a bit which was much better. Food/Drinks: The menu was not big at all which was nice. I ordered a dirty martini to start which needed more olive juice and my husband ordered a rum cocktail which he enjoyed. For starters, I ordered their Over Roasted Parsnip which was very good and filling. My husband had their Beet Salad which he said was excellent. For entrees, I had their Seared Duck Breast. I really enjoyed the caramel sauce but did not love the duck itself. My husband had the Oven Roasted Chicken Statler which was very dry he could barley eat it. Also, since this is a wine bar I will say the wines were nothing special which was also a bit disappointing. I wish they had something unique and special to offer especially being on a Valentine's Day. I feel this place may be more of a summer destination. Service: Service was excellent I will say. Our server was always asking how things were, checking on us and if we needed anything and asking about any additional drinks. etc. Also, the Manager came over to ask how everything was but he spefically looked at me. I think my husband would've mentioned his meal being dry if he looked at him as well but my husband could've spoken up too. We did say something to our server after she asked about the chicken dish, which they ended up taken off the bill which was very nice. Overall: I didn't love Alta Wine Bar my first time here, but I would come back in the spring or summer months when the weather is warm to try it again. Cheers~

Interior dining area

Asparagus and Egg, cured yolk, crumbled egg, pistachio, egg coulis

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Alta front door

The Bookstore

4.3(29 reviews)

A small bookstore with a great selection of books. They also serve wine, which is a nice touch. We…read morebought three history books. The service was good . We were greeted as soon as we walked in. Overall, it's a lovely little bookstore.

I LOVE bookstores and really wanted to like this one. To me…read morethe success of a book store such as this one is in making you feel welcome to come in, pick a book off the shelf, and read a page or two in a cozy nook. Given they do not have a huge space, I think they had a smattering of books across various genres. The reading "corners" didn't look particularly inviting to me. Maybe that's coz I went on a very busy rainy summer Saturday afternoon. Also maybe coz I'd just been to the Shaker Mill bookstore in the morning and thought I could spend an entire afternoon (or a weekend!) wandering through the store and perusing their offerings. People working in the store were nice albeit a bit hurried and harried given the aforementioned rainy summer Saturday afternoon rush :)

Bookstore cuteness.

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Flying books

Widow Bingham's Tavern

3.7(10 reviews)

Let people in the place who are actually PAYING a lot of money for the rooms instead of having a…read moreprivate party when ALL the other bars in the hotel are also having private parties Pay a ton of money and can't get a drink in the place

My wife and I ate here last night. We got in without a reservation. This is the small tavern within…read morethe Red Lion Inn, it's very small, tables are tight and the room holds about 16 people. Godfrey was our waiter, very attentive and pleasant. He was assisted by servers who brought food from the kitchen. We had identical meals. The black lentil soup (soup of the day) was very good. We shared a wedge salad lettuce with halved cherry tomatoes, bacon bits and chopped fried onions and it was super. I'm not big on dressing as a whole, but it was quite flavorful. We each had the smash burger. It's two thin patties made from sirloin and ribeye coated with cheddar cheese placed on chopped lettuce and tomato, resting on a fresh roll. It was hot and so juicy and delicious. The only drawback for the entire meal was that the fries were over cooked. For dessert my wife had the apple pie with ice cream, I had the brown sugar cake with coffee ice cream. Both simple, yet scrumptious. Overall a delicious meal, it seemed expensive, but we had wine. FYI, we saw others being served the fish and chips (Cod) and it looked great.

Hubs swordfish was on point. So glad we switched from main dining room.

One room of the tavern

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Was hoping for squash soup but not today

Once Upon a Table

4.1(312 reviews)

Exceptional service, great food and a perfect experience as always…read more Truly a local favorite!

My husband and I came here for dinner last night while visiting from Connecticut. We were lucky to…read morebe seated as we did not have reservations. I would definitely recommend making reservations in advance as space is limited. We saw several other couples and groups get turned away after us. The service was great. They offered us bread to start, which we gladly accepted, and it set the tone for the rest of the meal. I ordered the chicken dish and my husband got the curry. We both thought our meals were delicious. Overall, the experience was very nice and the perfect vibes for a day trip.

Lovely, festive decor.

Salmon cakes

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Outside

Frankie's Ristorante Italiano

3.8(216 reviews)

4.7 mi

Probably the most authentic Italian meal I've had since Italy!…read more We arrived at 5 on the dot and were immediately seated and provided with water and warm bread and oil. It is a darkly lit restaurant but they have little lights on the tables that make reading the menu possible. We had the meatball appetizer- amazing texture and flavor and the ricotta cheese and fried scallions took it to the next level. Make sure to ask for extra bread to soak up all the oil and cheese! We split the Sicilian swordfish and the authentic blend of olives capers and tomatoes was divine!

I had a great meal here with my family and friends. I really enjoyed the menu, which features lots…read moreof Italian classics along with some more unusual items (delicious homemade fried polenta sticks as an appetizer!). For my entree, I had the chicken Milanese, which came topped with a delicious arugula salad and castelvetrano olives. It was a real treat! Our waitress was fantastic, and we all enjoyed the comfortable environment. I'd happily come back to Frankie's next time I'm in Lenox!

Frankie's attractive interior and bar seating

Chicken piccata

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Osso bucco

Wheatleigh

3.7(46 reviews)

3.3 mi

•$$$$

This luxurious hotel is the perfect base for attending Tanglewood music festival events in the…read moresummer. The hotel and grounds are elegant and well maintained. From my experience the staff were very accommodating and even provided umbrellas during a rain storm (without asking) walking to the main entrance after parking. I can't speak for the food as I didn't have any meals there but am looking forward to another visit.

Fantastic estate style hotel with an intimate setting; great place to escape the city for a…read morerelaxing and scenic weekend in the Berkshires Extremely accommodating and friendly staff made this an incredible experience. The grounds are kept in top shape, the food is to die for, and the accommodations are everything you'd expect from one of the world's best hotels. THEY HAVE A NEW CHEF AT THE PROPERTY. Very delicious no details spared. Top notch. Gourmet vibes / yet substantial serving.

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Foie Gras "Au Torchon"

Hilltop Orchards

4.6(183 reviews)

4.4 mi

This small cider/winery is an excellent stop on your tour through the Berkshires. They have some…read moreinventive ciders and wines that don't follow the "rules" of flavor profiles. Using grapes shipped from CA and mixing with apples crown on site, this small batch operation is a delightful stop. Specifically, I want to shout out our wine guide who took us through several of their wines. She made our experience there memorable with her amazing personality, charm, and humor. The space is small but offers a variety of options to hang out and enjoy their wines and ciders - inside by the fireplace, outside on the screen porch, or outdoors on the patio. We loved our time at Hilltop and hope to return.

Sara is the best! She is friendly and very knowledgeable about all of the wines. We loved the…read moreunique flavors and the story behind them all. Once we had tasted a bunch and decided on a glass she suggested that we take a walk through the Orchard up to the top of the hill, which was so peaceful and scenic. Of course we got a few bottles to go and the delicious donuts. We would love to come back.

General Store

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dulu

4.2(29 reviews)

We've just made our first visit to Dulu and the Doctor Sax House, and we are HOOKED! The historic…read moremansion was recently (beautifully!) renovated to create a cozy bar, various dining spaces, and fireplace lounge seating tucked throughout the rambling first floor rooms, plus elegant sleeping quarters located on the upper floors. We enjoyed dinner before an event, then returned afterward for late-evening cocktails next to the fireplace, and we can attest that there is no other space that feels like Dulu in the entire Lenox/Stockbridge/Lee area! The vibe is classic yet modern, intimate, but also a little bit edgy, with a funky eclectic decor and quiet club music playing in the background - a perfect mix of Berkshires elegance plus contemporary urban sophistication! We shared several items for dinner, and felt that all were well-executed and very enjoyable - including an excellent spice-rubbed shrimp appetizer with fresh green s'chug for dipping, a bright shaved Brussels & manchego salad (which would have benefitted from just a pinch more salt), a perfectly-prepared thick hunk of salmon with crispy skin & bitter greens, and an interesting squash gnocchi with sausage and rosemary (which would have benefitted from a final light splash of acid - perhaps a squeeze of lemon or a few drops of champagne vinegar). Cocktails and wine pairings were EXCELLENT - this bar staff really knows what they're doing! Service was kind and efficient, and we were truly made to feel welcome. Prices are definitely at the higher end, but we felt that the quality of the food and beverages we enjoyed, plus the INCREDIBLE Dulu atmosphere, more than justify the cost. Thank you, Dulu - we will definitely be back!

Was not as pleased with this place as I would have liked. Ate at a restaurant with very similar…read moremenje the night before and it was way better in many regards. The atmosphere at dulu is nice if you are a guest or stopping by for a drink. For dinner guests it was underwhelming. Service was nice but didn't seem to match the quality of the prices. The he flavors were good in everything but an element felt missing and nothing was wow. The mushroom board was most disappointing. Branzino was good very well.