An authentic Napoli style pizzeria in The Berkshire, priceless! Owner Rafaelle (Rafi) is the…read moregrandson of Kings Supermarket in (Summit)?NJ. His family background really shines through in his new place. While in The Berkshire , my wife Bridget and I longed for a good pizza. We ordered a creative radicchio salad for appetizer that was outstanding and enough for 3-4 people. The Funghi Pizza and The Margherita was remarkably delicious. Add original Coca Cola soda with cane sugar ingredients a big hit. A French Press coffee to finish the evening.

Hilltown Hot Pies is nothing short of a revelation -- exactly what the Berkshires has been missing…read more From the moment you walk in, you feel the warmth -- the kind of genuine welcome that makes a restaurant instantly feel like a gathering place rather than just somewhere to eat. And then the food arrives... and it's extraordinary. The pizzas are simply out of this world -- the kind you think about long after the meal is over. Perfectly blistered crust, incredible flavor, and toppings that feel both creative and beautifully balanced. Truly the best pizza we have ever had. But the magic doesn't stop with the pizza. The appetizers are fantastic (the meatballs are unforgettable), the salads are fresh and vibrant, and everything on the menu feels thoughtfully crafted. Pair that with a wonderful, carefully chosen wine list and the whole experience becomes something truly special. What Rafi and his entire team have created is exactly what the Berkshires has been waiting for -- a place with soul, warmth, and absolutely outstanding food. Hilltown Hot Pies isn't just a restaurant. It's a destination. We are thrilled to have it here. Run, don't walk -- this place is a gift to the Berkshires.

This is my favorite spot in the area for a date night. Every cocktail was excellent. I love…read moretheir attention to detail and high quality. The staff is attentive. The ambience is wonderful -- cool and chill and unstuffy. I can't wait to go back.

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.

We got fries as our appetizer and we got salmon with a salad (substitution), and fish and chips…read morewith mashed peas on the side.

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

I chose The Elm for dinner with my CA guests during their first Berkshires visit because it's…read moreconveniently located in the midst of Berkshire Busk on Railroad St and I thought it would be festive. Upon arriving, our table was ready up near the front window which allowed for fun people-watching. Our waiter did a good job - drinks were fine, menu was a bit limited if one is looking for a nice entree offering, but we selected hangar steak, fish & chips, homemade pasta bowl, etc and they were fine. The one problem which turned a perfectly good experience into one which all of my guests commented on was that after dropping $500 moments earlier, we waited by the host's stand to use the restroom, and each time the waiter/owner? passed by, he said excuse me in an irritated manner, even though a couple times he wasn't even bringing any food out. We were not blocking the passageway nor creating any noise - just waiting for the restroom after dining at their establishment. A little attitude adjustment for his guests' patronage (or an additional restroom) would've made all the difference in whether guests would choose to return to his establishment. Ah well.. thank goodness we in the Berkshires have lots of wonderful options!

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.

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.

We have eaten at North Star a few times as we live locally. Most recently we loved the mid week…read morespring specials and hope they return next year. This past weekend he hosted 23 people to a sit down dinner in their barn behind the main building. We had a great event. Reid, an owner was extraordinarily accommodating in every way. He gave us plenty of options for our guests. They accommodated a young child and a gluten fee guest. The room was set up perfectly. Rob the Chef did an incredible job and Kimberly was a great server. The food all came out at once (a sign they know what they are doing). They even made us a custom cake. I would HIGHLY recommend the restaurant and having an event in the cozy barn.

Came here with my brother (who is from the area) for dinner. We started with the steamed mussels…read moreand I had the summer vegetable rigatoni and he had the fruitti di mare. All the food was delicious and service was great. The small dining room was attractive and cozy. Will definitely go back again.

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.