We are frequent patrons and have been for a dozen years. Basically had every item on the menu and continue to go due to great food and especially the service. Writing this to give Lisa our bartender a shoutout. Never seen a harder working person. When she's not serving patrons she doing dishes running food to tables. Truly an outstanding employee and anreason we continue to come back. read more

Very basic and not very high quality American food. Vibe: Very outdated furnishing, dim lighting. Service: Server was quick, food took a little bit but we were a party of 5. Food: Complimentary cornbread and butter - probably the best part of the meal, very moist and sweet. Bang bang shrimp - tasty, good texture, came with garlicky bread which was soft and tasty. Bourbon beef tacos (2) - very sweet sauce, not the best overall, I chose beets as my side and it was literally cubed beets with no dressing or seasoning or anything. Value: Less expensive than most food these days but definitely low quality to match. Overall was a pretty underwhelming meal in a restaurant with a wholly unappealing vibe. read more

Horseshoe Grille - bourbon beef tacos + beets (overly sweet sauce, totally unseasoned beets, would NOT recommend) - Barbeque Near Me - North Reading, Massachusetts

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I love this place. I've been coming here for my birthday every year since forever pretty much. it's a tradition. the food is always good and the people who work here are always so nice. the music is always so peak. the horseshoe is my favorite restaurant and it always will be read more

Traveling a little more now and so we made a pit stop to eat and found this place. Kickin it off with the queer o meter.... 10! Nice! Nice atmosphere, with the horse ambiance and the fall settling in. The service folks were nice and accommodating. I got the Korean rice bowl and added shrimp. My wife got the chicken ceasar wrap. She didn't care for the wrap and said it was a little dry with no croutons to give it some crunch. So not overly impressed. But the fries were hot and crispy and deeeelish! And the corn bread with cinnamon butter spread was amazing. I could've eaten just that! Mine was nicely presented and the flavors were good. Overall the two dishes we got were a solid "fine", however I would caution anyone going to check the menu and pricing first. It comes with a hefty price tag. No drink or apps it came to $48 before tip. That's a lot for salad in a wrap and a rice bowl. Cheers!! read more

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The horseshoe is a neighborhood staple! Great prices, generous portions and amazing service. Ambiance is exactly what you expect for a local tavern. 10/10 I will always return! read more

don't do $5 off burger Mondays anymore food cold started going downhill 5 years ago read more

Went with the family. Food was great. Everyone loved their meals. I got the Korean bowl. It was excellent. My wife got the pulled pork. Also excellent. Server was great. Overall a great experience. read more

We are usually big fans of "The Shoe", however when we tried their recent Thursday night steak tip special, we were disappointed. Ordered medium, they were VERY red, but the main problem was they were drenched in their very sweet barbeque sauce. I asked the waiter for future reference can they be ordered without the sauce ? He said yes they can be ordered with the sauce on the side. In fact, he admitted that he likes them that way and he apologized for not asking. The 12oz. portion was very generous and we were pleased with the sides, but that sweetness prevented us from ordering any dessert. read more

Food and service was great!!! Jaclyn B was such a good server and made sure that all our needs were taken care of. Would definitely recommend to a friend! read more

We came here for a late lunch and not only was the food delicious, the service was the best service we've ever had. Jaclyn B was the kindest, most empathetic, and efficient server. She made sure we felt welcome and took time out of her day to talk to us. All the words in the world can't describe how sweet she is. By the end of our lunch, we all felt like we knew her. Horseshoe Grille is very lucky to have her! We don't live in the area, but will definitely be making the trip back here, because on top of the excellent service, the food was 10/10, especially the bread pudding bites! Overall, highly recommended! read more

Food hot and delicious service friendly and fast. Love the relaxing atmosphere. Easy location to get to

Lisa was awesome, at bein awesome. Jackie very knowledgeable bout cocktail making. Titos soda n a slash of cran solid read more

Absolutely delicious food, amazing service, the fireplace is beautiful. The patio is also amazing especially this time of year, it has an outdoor fireplace and very comfortable seating. Great experience! Thank you! read more

Jaclyn B was amazing, so kind and very aware of my gluten allergy. The best!! She was very attentive, making sure we had everything we needed, She even brought me gluten free dessert for my birthday without even asking! Seriously the best ever. read more

Have been before.. no problem.This time I was disappointed.Ordered the Hamburg slider..It was not on a small bun..It was a portion of a bun..could tell the meat was poor quality...never asked how to be cooked..came with 2 well cooked onion rings...Fries were cold...Iced tea very good..Corned beef sandwich was good.The ambiance is good.Service was just ok read more

5 stars! This restaurant is so wonderful right from the start. The host staff is so kind and welcoming! I felt so welcomed as I walked in and the host was so kind in offering us options for a booth or table. Our waitress, Olivia, was such a wonderful waitress! She was so sweet and we had a great time. The dumplings appetizer was really good. The drinks are even better! I got a lobster roll for $20 and it was very good and came with homemade chips. Overall I would highly recommend as our waitress was so wonderful and so was the food! read more

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Exceptional service every time Jackie is the reason I keep coming back! She knows that when I need extra horseradish aïoli that means a lot of it haha The food is always delicious and I love the gluten-free options for my partner. It's nice having a place to eat and not have to worry. thank you, Jackie for always taking amazing care of us read more

This was the first time I visited the restaurant on the suggestion of a colleague. We met for drinks and dinner. Everything was terrific from the greeting at the door, the wait staff and the delicious food. There are a lot of seating options which is great given the nice weather. This is definitely a must try and I will be back soon read more

Rubin sandwich was terrible! Suggested waiter tell the manager that the food was not good, no management stopped by! read more

From the moment I walked in, I felt like more than just a customer--I felt like a friend. Jackie has that rare gift of making everyone feel welcome and seen. She remembered my drink order after just one visit and always greet me with a smile and genuine warmth. Whether it's a busy Friday night or a quiet weekday, She takes the time to check in, make conversation, make suggestions, and ensure everything is just right. Her attention to detail, quick service, and positive energy make every visit something to look forward to. It's not just about the drinks (which are always perfect)--it's the atmosphere she creates. Because of Jackie, this place feels like a second home. I'll keep coming back again and again! read more

Great atmosphere & service. Our server, Jack B was friendly & efficient. Definitely going back.

Jackie is the absolute best! She keeps me so entertained while sitting at the bar! The girl can make a martini!!!!

The Food is school grade cafeteria at best, low quality meats that seem to be soaking in water and re-heated.The Fish is VERY fishy smelling and tasting prices to not reflect quality at all. read more

Jackie is a queen! Love coming to the shoe and seeing Jackie's smiling face behind the bar :)

The Horseshoe Grille has lost its fastball, since the family sold it. New owners have jacked up food prices, and they ( again) have done away with trivia Thursday. An example of the food, I ordered their Mac and cheese with Buffalo chicken, and the dish was decidedly lacking one of the three key ingredients, cheese. The atmosphere itself hasn't changed, but the servers have a decided edge to their personalities. I can only guess this is something that comes from the top. The service itself is good... but there are undertones of resentment present in the staff. I hope they are being treated well. As a North Reading resident, I like to support the local businesses, but Horseshoe Grille has lost me as a customer. read more

Lisa is the best bartender!!!!!!!! Love the Horseshoe sit at the bar for the best experience...

This place is Highly Recommended by me I been going here for years love bar side and the Dining Room with the Fireplace. I have Gone on 3 date here and they love it too I wish they would Bring back the Beef Brisket Sandwich because it was my favorite but there still lots of other Good food a must try read more

Love going to the Horseshoe Grill. Especially on Mondays when "Jackie" is working. She make the best pomegranate martinis, always has a great smile and tells great jokes! The turkey tips are fabulous as well!!! read more

We love going to the horseshoe ! We love Lisa, Savannah, Bridget, Jackie & Sam! They give the best service around

Place is a mess... waitress disappeared completely...3 of the 5 meals were missing items. Had to ask for help 3 times. Buffalo chicken wrap was complete trash with 2 pieces of fried chicken inside. Being going here for 10+ years... think this is the last time. read more

Plenty of parking. Met two friends for lunch and we got a table promptly. We had various sandwiches, all very good. Prices were reasonable. Our server Jaclyn B. was very attentive and very personable. We had a great time. read more

Came here for a company lunch. Very popular place for new hire lunches too. They start you off with cornbread. Cornbread is not bad, the better spread they have is pretty good. Only issue is the bread is so hard you can barely spread it on the cornbread. The meatloaf was ok. Didn't expect much. But the mashed potatoes were extremely disappointing. Supposed to be garlic mashed potatoes, there was 0 garlic taste. Instead the potatoes tasted a little sour, almost tasted like they were slightly bad. Personally would never come here again unless it was a free meal. read more

m husband brought me home a haddock dinner it was close to 28 dollars .. the fish was dried out the green beans weren't cooked.. they should be ashamed serving a meal like this.. it was the most horrible piece of fish! and to top it off the green beans were raw! hope the owner sees this and hires some new chefs how hard is it to cook a piece of fish and steam green beans read more

I was rather impressed with the Horseshoe nice and big inside plenty of restaurant room and the bar was very nice as well. The bartender was very pleasant and friendly she was very knowledgeable about the beers on tap and very good service. The food was excellent got a pulled pork sandwich with onion strings which were delicious as I looked around at other people meals they really looked very good no complaints about the food very good I am definitely going back for a nice burger. read more

My husband and I were looking for a local place to eat near Reading and this came up. We had such a great time here with one of the best nachos ever (they didn't over sauce nor over cheese it.) I had a grilled meatloaf and it was quite tasty, I needed extra gravy though. When we finished the foods, the manager came by to introduce himself and gave us a thank you letter from the owner since we were first timers. I thought that was a very nice touch. The server was also sweet and attentive. Go out and support this family own business. It has nice ambiance, friendly service, and those who work there take a lot of pride in it!! Thank you guys for such a lovely evening in Jan. We'll be back. read more

Horseshoe Grille - Meatloaf - Barbeque Near Me - North Reading, Massachusetts

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Came in with my boyfriend; enjoyed the food and drinks.. Service was excellent! Lindsey was so fun and would definitely come back and ask to be seated with her! read more

Some of the better barbecue on the East Coast. Excellent flavor excellent waitstaff and excellent drinks. My friend and I came together for a big meal, we weren't disappointed. Good atmosphere you can choose bar area or dining room and there is also a outside patio. Usually I would write more but I'll let the photos do the talking on this one. 5 stars would recommend. read more

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The GM is horrible. She has a crew of children who do her work for her and it's disgraceful. To say the food is horrendous is an understatement. Save yourself a trip and go somewhere else... read more

This place Sucked !!!! Service and Food. Corn Beef under cooked, potato and cabbage, carrots hard as rocks. #HORRIBLE.

The food was Excellant! I had salmon with mixed veg consisted of summer squash and zucchini and I had a side of beets Everything was tasty and a good vibe outside on the patio Our waitress was friendly and efficient No complaints! read more