Hy's Fried is an adorable cool place near Bash Bish falls. I stopped by around 3 and the place was…read morepretty empty so I hung out with James and Alex. They are hilarious. James is nerdy and quiet and Alex is loud and charming. Disarmingly good at getting you to share your life's story, then noticeably squirrely about sharing details of his own life. I got cauliflower and biscuits (so yummy) and I warmed up my freezing bones after spending a day in the mountains. Can't wait to come back with my kids this summer!

Cute place! Fried…read morechicken and honey was so good! The service was amazing! We went late and the service was the best! Super welcoming and the food was so good! The coleslaw is good with the fried chicken cus it just adds that refreshing touch. If I'm in the area I will def stop by again! They also have two bathrooms and the bathroom I used was spacious and clean :) The ice cream sandwich was so good! I've had several different flavors from that brand and I never tried this one and this one might be my fav! I don't think parking would be an issue. I went late at night so it def wasn't.

This is my favorite place in GB to unwind after a long workweek. Every cocktail is excellent, the…read moreservice is consistently great, the music service the right vibe, and the decor and ambiance feel effortlessly modern.

This was a very cool experience because you could build your own charcuterie board. We got sliced…read morefennel pork sausage, pickled cauliflower and crackers and it was filling. The drinks were also really fun. I an espresso martini and a pina colada. The staff were really helpful with our questions and the service was fast.

A Community Venue Changed…read more The Egremont Barn, now operating as Buttonball Barn, was once a cornerstone of local music and community gathering. Because of our long-standing connection to the space, my husband and I chose it for our wedding celebration, placing our deposit with the previous owners, who were professional and supportive throughout the process. After the property changed ownership, we still proceeded with our event in October. This celebration held particular significance, as my father was seriously ill at the time, and we were grateful he was able to attend. Unfortunately, our experience with the new ownership raised serious concerns about professionalism, transparency, and respect for both clients and staff. On the day of the event, the owner attempted to impose additional charges not outlined in our contract. This included a demand for a $500 fee for using a room to get ready--a space she had explicitly told me I could use earlier in the day, noting it was acceptable despite the building being under construction. While I was getting ready, she entered the room while my mother and a family friend were assisting me and removed a rug from beneath them, stating that I "wasn't supposed to use the room all day." I chose not to address this at the time in order to preserve the tone of the day. Throughout the event, the owner was also openly drinking at the open bar, which had been paid for by my father. As the night concluded, she insisted that I personally break down the entire venue either immediately or first thing the following morning--despite knowing I had family visiting--or I would be charged for a cleaning crew. This expectation had not been communicated beforehand and was not included in the contract. When I suggested discussing it the next day, she continued to press the issue and confronted my husband, who attempted to redirect the conversation. To avoid further escalation, my friends and I cleaned the venue that night--while I was still in my wedding dress. She later stated that she would retain space heaters I had purchased in exchange for waiving the disputed room fee. When I noted that none of these charges or arrangements were contractually agreed upon, she responded, "I'm expensive, and I'm not in the contract either, honey," in reference to her being casted on The Real Housewives of New York City. Additionally, her conduct toward long-standing staff members--many of whom had supported the venue for years--was concerning and contributed to an atmosphere that felt transactional rather than community-centered. Some of those staff members have since left the venue. What was most troubling was the timing and context. The attempts to extract additional money occurred at the end of a wedding celebration involving a seriously ill parent, placing unnecessary stress on a family during an already significant moment. The Egremont Barn once represented collaboration, music, and mutual respect. Under its current ownership, that spirit appears to have shifted toward aesthetics and revenue at the expense of community and care. I encourage readers to proceed with caution, ask detailed questions, and ensure all expectations are clearly documented in writing before booking events there.

Unique, fun, friendly staff great music and great drinks - what else could you want…read moreWill join the Griswold in Essex, CT as a favorite Inn and tavern

I lovedddd my stay at the Alander. Truly dont know how I didn't write a review about them yet…read more Firstly, the owners are beautiful people. Super helpful, creative eye and always available for advice. The rooms were so beautifully decorated. All set with the cutest fridge and snack station with everything you'd ever want. The bathroom was super well lit and also decorated so uniquely. The Alander is located in the center of a ton of activities and super close to the Berkshires. Also a lot of great hikes available. They also have a gorgeous firepit that we took advantage of at night. Not to mention their restaurant - The North Star. Delicious and convenient. I would absolutely stay here again and have already brought it up to family. Put The Alander on your list!

Service and quality of the room and bathroom is pathetic…read more When you book, you get a text message welcoming you but you soon realize it is a one way communication, from the hotel to you. For check in, they send you a code to use on the electronic key pad. We had booked two rooms. Got code for one room. Tried to call them as there is no reception, got VM. There was a message that AFTER you enter the room there is a phone number to call so we did call from the one room we could access and it went to the same VM. We waited till there was someone at the restaurant and she was able to call the mystery people from this hotel and get our second room code. The bathtub was filthy. The ceiling had spots. See photos. This is not a boutique hotel. It is less than motel 6.

The new owners are doing an EXCELLENT job at this wonderful neighborhood hangout spot! The…read moreatmosphere is cozy and welcoming, drinks are well-crafted, and the food is fantastic - our favorites include the smash burger (hello, onion jam!!), the fish & chips, the salmon, the onion rings, and the nachos. Seating is limited so there can be a wait during busy times, but everyone in this place is so friendly that it hardly matters. If you're looking for a friendly local watering hole with a cozy vibe and excellent food, this is it! (Note that the entrance to The Well is located down a steep stone staircase from the sidewalk, so you'll want to consider this if you have mobility challenges...)

Ate at the bar. Friendly bartender. Good food, reasonably priced. Nice tap beer list.read more

"And to life itself, rushing over me Life itself, the wind…read morein the black elms Life itself, in your heart and in your eyes I can't make it without you" (Bruce Springsteen) The Elm is a very cool place with exposed brick walls, old school dark wood chairs, and an ancient bar. They have four menus - lunch, brunch, bar and dinner. We dipped into the brunch menu for our two meals - a $16 Elm Omelette with spinach, feta, bacon and a $20 Jonah Crab Avocado Toast with crab salad and sliced avocado and radishes over wheat toast. Both were served with hashed potatoes and a choice of bacon, sausage, or fruit. My Crab Avocado Toast was great, I mean really great. It has a big scoop of shredded crab salad, a lot of avocado slices, thin sliced radishes to add some crunch, very good hash browns, and 2 slices of thick crisp bacon. It was worth every penny of that $20 bill. Our server Madeline was a delight, and we had a lot of fun joking around with her as we all speculated on why a neighboring table looked at the menu and then walked out. I highly recommend Elm for you to try in your next visit to Great Barrington.

Well situated, nice welcome greetings, very friendly staff…read more However, the food is another story... The vegetarian pasta was dry and bland (a congealed clump in a bowl). Seasonal vegetable plate was just ok, and expensive for what it was (grilled vegetables). Beverages were good though : had glass of Barbara wine and a NA beer.

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.

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

Yum all around. If you're staying at the Alander this is a…read moremust try! This beautifully decorated restaurant is attached to the hotel and has the same attentive staff as the hotel. Everyone was absolutely fabulous. We took advantage of tomato season and got their delicious tomato salad and ricotta toast as appetizers. Both were sinfully tasty and you could taste to farm to table aspect. I got the lobster roll and my boyfriend got the steak. Both fantastic. Everything really tasted fresh and natural. Can't wait to come back whenever we stay at the hotel again!

All of the above. Ordered the short ribs and it was just a…read morebig chunk of meat sitting in a bowl of watery polenta mixed with so many different things. And I've never had short ribs that was like a block of meat cold in the center like it just came out of the refrigerator. A typical restaurant where whoever is creating these dishes thinks that more equals more when it's less equals more. After just returning from London, and Bologna, this was such a disappointment. I wish chefs would understand that delicious cuisine is best with minimal ingredients that are incredibly fresh.

My friends and I walked over here after dinner. Loved the…read morejazz band that was playing. Had a house wine that was meh. Good vibes. I would check it out again

Great food and service in a choice of atmospheres. Had lunch on the "back porch", which was very…read morecharming. Made me feel like I was back in the 19th century overlooking an outdoor playground for bocce ball or croquet. Inside was dark like a victorian mansion with appropriate decorations and a sqeaky hardwood floor.

This place scratches all of the pub itches you may have in Southern Berkshire County…read more They have affordable week day specials for dinner. The service is consistent, friendly, and accommodating. They have a driving range, pool tables, a juke box, and KENO! Food is good. The more standard your pub-fare order is, the happier you'll be. Generous portion - especially with their nachos.. one of my favorites. In a surprise move, they also have a salad bar. It's expensive relative to their menu, but it brings me joy and makes me think I'm 15 again, when a salad bar was more standard and available for a special treat. Good local bar scene. Live music and events on weekends (although I've never partaken). Its location probably allows it to score higher than it would if there was any actual competition within 25 minutes. If you're in the area or live locally, go! Don't drive out of your way unless you're coming in for the entertainment.

$30 overdone steak very tough. Waitress took off check…read morewhich was nice. French onion soup was ok. Wing night was a great deal too. Waitress was nice and attentive.