An old-timey historic institution with only a few bar stools for seating and active curbside…read moretakeout. Food was average, but atmosphere is fun for smaller parties (not good for groups).

Walked in with my senior service dog and was told flatly "no dogs" -- no vest? Then apparently no…read moredog. For the record: under the ADA (and Massachusetts law, which follows it), a business can ask exactly two questions -- is this a service animal required due to a disability, and what task is it trained to perform. That's it. No vest, no ID card, no paperwork required, full stop. I said as much, was met with attitude, stepped out to keep the peace, came back in with documentation anyway (which I didn't legally owe him), and got a passive-aggressive "well you could've shown me that at the beginning" -- followed by a genuinely bizarre stare-down over the counter. Charming. Then, while waiting on my order, I made the mistake of taking a video of the (admittedly cute) interior -- 100-year-old diner car, hard not to want a keepsake -- and got yelled at for filming, with a pointed accusation that my brother outside was "also filming," said like it was a crime. Meanwhile this place has an active social media presence built on customers doing exactly that. You can't crowdsource your Instagram content and then treat a phone camera like a weapon. Oh, and the hot dog itself: $5 for a boiled dog on white bread, no toasting, no char, nothing. A sad little snack to cap off a genuinely unpleasant interaction. The building has real history. The guy behind the counter does not deserve it.

The Chat is a go to local place that the locals need to stop chatting about because they have the…read morebest burgers and it's always crowded. So good. Dive bar family feel in the best possible way!

Some restaurants impress you the first time you walk through the door. The Dudley Chateau isn't one…read moreof them. Known locally as "The Chat," it's tucked away in a neighborhood overlooking Dudley Pond, in what began life as a private fishing lodge nearly a century ago before becoming a speakeasy and eventually the local institution it is today. It definitely shows its age--and I mean that affectionately. (The Dudley Chateau) The building is well worn, it gets packed, it can be loud, and yes, the restrooms have seen better days. None of that has stopped us from coming back several times a year. Why? Because the food is consistently excellent, and so is the service. The menu goes well beyond what you'd expect from a neighborhood pub, and we've yet to leave disappointed. The staff somehow manages to stay friendly, attentive, and efficient even when the place is buzzing. The Dudley Chateau isn't trying to be trendy or upscale, and that's part of its charm. It's comfortable in its own skin, and so are the people who keep coming back. If you're looking for spotless, quiet, and polished, this probably isn't your place. But if you're looking for great food, friendly service, and a genuine local institution with plenty of character, it's absolutely worth the visit.

The Buckley is a welcome addition to the neighborhood - a sophisticated eating and drinking spot,…read morewith elevated food offerings and clever mocktails. I adore the grilled halloumi salad! There are lots of other dishes to enjoy, as well. The servers, and the bartender, are attentive and prompt. The floor-to-ceiling windows let you see what's going on outside. (just writing this is making me hungry and reminds me to go there again soon.)

Look, the food was good. They have happy hour apps, which is nice. I sat at the bar, with 5 other…read morepeople. Thats it, 6 customers TOTAL. The lack of attention from the bartender was ridiculous. There were several of us who sat here waiting for a drink for a bit before one of the two bartenders came over. Food good, service meh.

This place always delights! Pretty large dining area with plenty of dining seating. They also have…read morea few bar seats, as well as kitchen view seats. SERVICE: Very kind folks here. They greeted us nicely and got us seated and hydrated quickly. Our server was very attentive and friendly! FOOD: Menu was a little more limited than I remember, but we all tried something different and everything was fabulous!! I had the fish tacos and they were able to make them grilled instead of fried (yum - and they were HUGE!!). Drinks were great too. If you are in Natick, this cute place is a must try!!

I was so excited to return here to celebrate a friend's birthday. I'd been here twice before and…read morereally enjoyed it, but reservations are hard to come by, so it had been quite a while since my last visit. Unfortunately, this visit didn't live up to my previous experiences. It was an extremely hot evening, with temperatures in the upper 80s, and sadly the restaurant wasn't much cooler inside. We were a party of six and spent most of dinner fanning ourselves with dessert menus. We even asked for cups of ice and were literally holding them against ourselves to cool down! It became almost comical, but no one wants to spend dinner sweating. One bright spot was our server, who was warm, attentive, and very professional. The cocktail list was fairly limited, but the Passion cocktail was delicious--and thankfully served ice cold. As for the food, the cornbread was outstanding, and the tuna tartare was easily the star of the meal. The other women in our group enjoyed their entrees, but mine was a major disappointment. I ordered the fish tacos based on our server's recommendation. The portion was enormous--three tacos, each packed with fish--but the fish itself was incredibly dry and lacked flavor. I even asked for extra aioli, hoping it would help, but the tacos were still nearly inedible. I ate less than half of one taco. What was most disappointing was that no one acknowledged it. When my plate was cleared with almost the entire meal untouched, no one asked if anything was wrong. I didn't want to make a scene during a birthday dinner with friends, but I also don't think I should have had to pay for a meal that was barely edible. Dessert sounded much more exciting than it actually was. The chocolate brownie was dry, the "Cows in Quicksand" dessert looked unappetizing, the cookies were hard, and the champagne mangoes were underripe. We still had a fabulous evening celebrating with friends, but the dining experience itself fell well short of expectations. Between the uncomfortable heat and the disappointing food, this wasn't the memorable return visit I'd been looking forward to. Dining in a sauna simply isn't on most people's list of enjoyable dinner experiences.

Came into the Tavern for dinner last Sunday night. Becca was our server, and she was wonderful -…read moreattentive, personable and on top of things. Started with Crab Rangoon, and holy cow! Crispy as you'd expect, but filled with crab and not just a bunch of cream cheese filling. Perfect start to the meal. I had the swordfish for my main. It was spiced wonderfully and cooked well. The cous cous side was nice and bright (cold), and the tomatoes mixed in provided a nice acidic bump along with the dressing. We've been a few times now, have always enjoyed our food and will keep coming back!

We used to love going when it was the Sherborn in and also the Heritage. My wife has always enjoyed…read morethe food and atmosphere here. This was our first time going since it had opened as the Fireside Tavern. It is fair to say we were underwhelmed. My wife ordered a Dirty Martini and it had a lot of vermouth in it which is not the correct way to prepare it. For an appetizer we got the Calamari which was very good. Crispy and tender with delicious hot peppers added in as well. For the main courses we got the Chicken Piccata severed over Gnocchi which was good but nothing special. Gnocchi were a bit denser than we like. Our other main was the Seafood Paella. On the plus side it had a lot of seafood in it, mussels, Shrimp, Scallops and a white fish. All of the sish was cooked well and was tender and juicy. However it did not appear to be cooked in a Paella pan so you didn't get some of those bites of crispy rice and the seasoning was off it had no saffron or tomatoes like I am used to. It was more like a plain rice that they added peas, carrots, and red pepper. Just didn't taste like any form of the paella that I have eaten previously. Jenna our server was awesome and attentive but not overbearing. She was fantastic and made for an enjoyable evening.

Mattew was absolutely rude and aggressive. Kept shaking his head. Clearly unhappy with his job…read more Would walk out if I saw him working here again. The fries were greasy.

Great juicy hamburgers bursting with flavor . (Doubles are amazing, but even the singles are mighty…read morefilling.) Brussel sprouts are to die for. Great Coke too (which isn't always the case at burger franchises). Super clean and the staff is so darn friendly you might never leave . Rhonda is a peach. A great place to eat in an unhurried and welcoming environment.

Great service and delicious fresh food- the appetizers are insane (forgot to take photos).read more

Everything went well! The waitress was training another…read more Both myself and my guest have food, sensitivities, and allergies. The waitress even took notes of what our allergies were, very refreshing. Just to make sure the food that I ordered was OK the manager came over and asked just to make sure, appreciate that. The food came out perfectly as ordered without having anything to be sent back, as usually it needs to be sent back for one reason or another. My gas and I appreciate the amazing customer service, the tentativeness, the food that tasted better than what the menu you read and just overall ambience nice experience without being rushed. If you're looking for an upscale place food and ambience this is the place to go and come back to.

Oooo Murphys fry game is on pointe!…read more - Golden crispy not-greasy perfectly crunchy breaded chicken sandwich is amazing! I had to go back and get another one right away! - Crinkle cut fries, yes please! - onion rings delish! - half and half avail, love that! - roast beef is so good, Husby says it tastes exactly like Kelly's sauce - fresh hand-made burgers (never frozen!) - fresh Capt Marden seafood, fried to perfection! Lots of options to customize meals and it travels amazingly well (not soggy!) This place has definitely made it into the rotation!

I was in the mood for clam strips and read many positive reviews for Murphy's -…read more My first time visiting Murphy's Dine in or to go. I ordered the clam strips plate $15.95 was good not greasy and the fries were good not soggy The menu offers something for everyone to enjoy I would recommend that you give them a visit

I'll just keep adding to my review of this place because it's one of my favorites. We went earlier…read morethis week and I ordered the Freezer Door Martini. I am usually a vodka martini girl but this gin martini is just SO good. They got new martini glasses since the last time I ordered this drink and I'm obsessed with the new presentation. My martini arrived in a tall narrow martini glass and the "extra" was served in a chilled mini carafe. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE WHEN RESTAURANTS DO THIS. It makes the drink feel a little bit fancier and helps keep the drink fresh. It also makes you feel as though you are getting two drinks for the price of one . We sat at the bar per usual and shared the half nachos (+ candied jalapeños and chicken). We love the way their nachos are served and honestly the portions are huge and very generous. We couldn't even finish the half nachos between the two of us! The nachos are always LOADED and have such unique flavors. My favorite cocktails at Bourbon's are: Saturn (not currently on the menu but they are typically still able to make it), Clear Intentions (clarified Mai Thai with the most incredible flavor profile) and Freezer Door Martini. 10/10 recommend all 3 of these but honestly you can't go wrong with any of their cocktails.

Bourbons is one of my favorite restaurants in MetroWest. Every time I go the food is consistently…read moredelicious, the staff is always friendly and quick, and the cocktails are some of the best in the area. Some favorites: the old old fashioned... perfect if you're a whisky fan. The nachos are the best I've ever had anywhere (get the chorizo on it), and the crispy chicken Caesar wrap is super tasty (and huge). The owners are usually there on the weekends checking in with patrons. Always a nice touch and their attention to detail is appreciated.

Really tasty chicken. Open late. Friendly service. Overall it was good for what I needed. I would…read morenot say run there you have to try it. I had the chicken bowl it was a somewhat small serving of chicken. I moved it from the bowl to cut it up. I ended up eating just the chicken, sour cream and beans. I asked for less rice but the bowl is mostly rice so I don't think they accommodated that request. Corn was dry. Lettuce is iceberg and minimal. If you like rice this would be a good choice.

I got one lukewarm dog with mustard, relish & onions. I damn near myself when they said it was…read more$8,50. The bread to dog ratio is insane, way too much bun compare to dog. The hot dog itself was barely warm, and the out dill relish on it, in 40 years of ordering hot dogs I have never seen dill relish used over sweet relish. This play absolutely stinks, no way they will stay in business more than a year.