On the way back from the cape in Franklin we were looking for a little dinner.. we found it at Glen…read morepharma. I had the grilled octopus which was delicious and tender with a Mediterranean flair. I took a side of garlic broccoli which could have been cooked just a little bit more but was delicious. My wife had the fish and chips which I stole. A little bit of the chips were the best I've had. The fish was delicious. Of course we had to have a traditional old fashioned smoked which was quite a treat. We sat at the bar and the bartender was very attentive. Funny and welcoming.. but what really killed it was the ambiance and Old Stone building with beautifully appointed decorations. It was a place that I would love to spend more time in. If you're ever in the area, we highly recommend it.

We've visited here several times since its opening. Love the build out in the old mill building…read more It's interesting that they distill their own liquors, but it's not the main attraction as they are all variations of things you easily find a ton of, either at most liquor stores or even from other area distilleries like Bully Boy. We've had fantastic food there in the past. Also some great drinks. There are a few reasons for the three though. One is that food can be hit or miss and I think prices are far too high for both the area and what you get. Example shown in my pic was a $35 "Steak Frites" entree, which was you can see is basically steak tips with tater tots and some random veggies and sauce put together in what was not the most appetizing manner. Unless the tots were handmade with exotic ingredients, this is not how a Steak Frites should be done, and even then Tots are a pretty low end alternative. Cocktails also on the high side, though the presentation of the smoked ones was really nice, even if the taste didn't warrant the price. Inside the place gets very noisy and the seating is too compacted, probably because they use a large part of the original building for the distillery operation. Also we went on a weekday,and their entire lot was filled, forcing us to find a grass strip to drive onto and park on. I think the reason was they had a private party on the second floor - I think perhaps they allowed too many guests there which took up most of their parking. Last thing about the menu .. we like that it changes, but this week there were not one but several dishes featuring Gochujang - an unusual flavor for sure, which I do like, but when I see something like that peppered across a menu it speaks to cost cutting in terms of trying to stretch one key ingredient. Just not that thrilled with where the menu is at the moment. The outside seating area is great and eliminates the interior noise problems. And I'll add we had a fantastic server! We will definitely come back, but if the prices remain as high and the food and drinks continue to be a mixed bag, that may not remain the case. And please don't overbook private parties unless you can take over the industrial business next door and expand the parking significantly.

Found ourselves in Franklin in need of dinner and a beer and the shed checked the boxes. It's…read morelocated in a plaza with other restaurants and a supermarket so it was easy to find and there was plenty of parking. We walked in and were immediately greeted by a couple of chipper teenage hostesses and we were even able to pick our table. Our server seemed a little off at first but he warmed up after a little banter; perhaps he was just feeling us out. Beer menu was great but did not necessarily contain anything rare. I had a foam ipa and a stout from dorchester brewing to follow. I had the smash burger. It seemed like a true smash as it was crispy on the outside and had the right amount of grease. The house made chips were a nice addition as I'm not a huge French fry fan. My wife had the fig and prosciutto flatbread and she liked it. The fig paste was tasty, arugula was fresh and there was even some cheese pull. Overall, it was a nice visit and I wouldn't hesitate to go back based on how this visit went.

Really disappointing experience at The Shed in Franklin…read more This place used to be pretty good, which makes the decline even more noticeable. We went on a Saturday night and the restaurant was surprisingly empty, yet the service still moved at an absolute snail's pace. With so few customers, there really was no reason for everything to take as long as it did. Unfortunately, the food did not make up for the wait. The potstickers were particularly bad, and I felt ill the following day after eating them. The rest of the meal including the BBQ quesadilla and fries was mediocre at best and nowhere near the quality I remember from previous visits. The prices make the experience even harder to justify. If you are charging these prices, the food and service need to deliver, and neither did. I'm not sure what happened to The Shed, because I remember this being a solid local restaurant. Based on this visit, it has gone significantly downhill. Slow service, mediocre food, disappointing quality, and simply not worth the price. Really unfortunate because we used to enjoy coming here.

Terrific staff and food and enjoyed a gorgeous outside table on a perfect evening. Nadine was…read moreour server and she was professional from start to finish. I had the Prosciutto Dusted Seared Sea Scallops and they were delicious. They also offer a full no gluten menu for those that need it.

The food was wonderful. When I eat out, I like to order things that I wouldn't make myself at…read morehome... and the complexity of their salmon dish fit the bill. The sweet, smoky flavor, mustardy goodness isn't something I've found done as well anywhere else. And the fish itself was cooked perfectly. They paired the fish with the heartiness of the harvest grain side dish you see pictured. It was a huge serving, and I ate the whole thing because it was amaaaazing. My waitress was lovely and efficient, and I also didn't feel rushed. What made it a four star experience rather than 5 stars for me was the ambiance. The music was horrible--like 1980's big hair band type music. It was such a bizarre contrast to the rest of the upscale ambiance, which looked & felt more like a steakhouse. To my chagrin, it wasn't just one "off" song either...the awful selections kept coming throughout the meal. The music gave it more of a dive bar vibe, and it was so completely offputting that I left sooner than I otherwise would have. It honestly gives me pause when I think about coming again. And that's a real shame because I'd like to bring others here to share the amazing eats. I may try it again on another day. But if the music is the same, I'll be walking right back out the door.

we finally made it to Frankie's Bistro in Plainville after talking about it for months. We went on…read morea Friday night. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how great it was. first off, let me say that there weren't many people there which was a bit unsettling at first. The atmosphere was very nice, great decor and lots of TVs for viewing whatever game was on. we were immediately greeted by waitstaff who were very attentive and friendly throughout the evening. the menu was great with a lot of great choices and the specials menu was very seasonable. They first brought out a warm loaf of bread with butter and seasoned oil. Bottles of water also. We ordered apps from the specials menu and they came out promptly and were cooked to perfection. Dinner was ordered and again everyone was quite happy with their selections. Food was plentiful and delicious. I don't understand why this place isn't packed every night. we will definitely go back again. it is a great place!

We went early on a Thursday night, quiet when we first went in. We enjoy sitting at the bar, and…read morewas warmly greeted by the smiling bartender. They had a few n/a choices for beer, I had the lemon drop cocktail (Thursday special $8 cocktails well liquor). Ordered buffalo egg rolls, unfortunately they were very dry, no buffalo flavor. For dinner my husband had the Mozambique Mussels, they were supposed to be spicy but were just more vinegary- not bad just not what he was hoping, The dish came with crostinis to soak up broth. I was trying to decide between the brick chicken and the steak tips. I had the steak tips there before and they were excellent! The bartender suggested since I had them before to try the chicken. Great choice- it was so flavorful and moist! It came with asparagus and choice of starch. I picked roasted potatoes. Not realizing it was sweet potatoes- I think it had a sweet liquid maybe maple syrup? Little too sweet for me but tasty, The bartender was serving on the floor as well as the bar because their server had gone back to Ireland the day before - but she managed it well, as the floor and the bar was filling up! There are tables that over looks water if you are so inclined, nice music playing in the background. We will be back!!

Restaurant 45 is one of the best I've been to in a while! I stopped in with my dad the other day…read moreand was happy we were able to grab a table. This wasn't my first time at 45, I've had a graduation party there before. However, it did remind me I have to go back more often. The restaurant itself is nice. Plenty of parking and lots of room inside of the building. They have many rooms for functions set up as well. Our waitress was Nikki, and she's fantastic. Great personality, bubbly, and helpful. I was very happy to have her! This night I ordered the chicken Loretta but had it over pasta. This was probably one of the best dishes I've had in a while. The pasta was cooked expertly, chicken was nice and crisp, and the ricotta mixture was the perfect amount of creamy. I would highly recommend Restaurant 45 to anyone who wants a great meal!

Restaurant 45 ended up being a solid local find. We passed by and decided to give it a shot, and…read moreoverall it delivered a good experience. The interior is inviting with a large dining room, and the hostess was welcoming right away. Service stood out--attentive, consistent, and professional throughout the meal. The menu is extensive, almost to a fault, but it works in your favor if you're indecisive. They were out of one of the surf and turf specials, but with so many options it wasn't an issue. Drinks were well done--the spring sangria was a highlight and worth ordering again. We started with bread and truffle-style fries. The fries were overcooked and a bit too hard, but still flavorful and a generous portion. For mains, the short rib was pretty good and well-prepared. The chicken and broccoli leaned a little heavy on the garlic but was still enjoyable. Steak tips looked solid, and the fish and chips were another strong dish. Prices were a bit on the higher side, but for the amount of food and variety, it felt reasonable overall. In the end, not a bad spot at all for a suburban restaurant. A few minor misses, but plenty of positives. Definitely a place worth coming back to.

Beautiful location at the New England Country Club. Egan's pub has reconfigured it's indoor…read moresitting with the typical Covid measures to keep us all safe. Menu was limited, like many restaurants right now. Service was fast and friendly. Food was hot and tasty! We will be back!

This place is pretty good I can tell you right off the bat I'll be going back. The waiter was also…read morethe bartender. He wasn't that nice when he first came to take our drink order but he was nice the whole rest of the time we were there. I had the regular buffalo wings which were crispy and the buffalo sauce had a buttery taste to it which I liked, it was different than other buffalo sauces. The blue cheese was disgusting though. My mom had the chicken fritters. I tried a piece and they were sooooo good, it was unbelievable. Both my mom and I shared the onion rings that were greasy but delicious. Next time I go back I would get the onion rings again and go for the chicken fritters with a side of buffalo sauce.

Back again today and had delicious clam chowder and seafood casserole …read more The seafood casserole , was baked with breadcrumbs and an tasty garlic butter and it contained plenty of scallops and shrimp . The clam chowder was fabulous . For dessert , tapioca chocolate tart ,and a complementary confection of compressed peanut butter with a 1/3 inch cap of dark chocolate, served chilled it was better than any Reese's type candy I have had in recent years.

The Norfolk Senior Center has a luncheon here once a month during the school year, and the food is…read moreexceptional! The salmon florentine today was delicious, as was the potroast, and pecan pie a la mode. Plus, wonderful attentive service - Thank you!

stopped in for an early weekday dinner. food came out promptly. happy there was more pistachio than…read morethe usually low amount in the past. salmon was cooked well.

This rating is mostly due to inconsistency with takeout orders. When they get it right, the food is…read moreexcellent, but too often careless mistakes are made. The buffalo chicken mac and cheese is great when the blue cheese crumbles are remembered, the chicken birria tacos can be flavorful but often missing the chipotle sauce or broth (or both!), and the southern fried chicken is frequently missing the gravy. The baja fish tacos can be soggy with inconsistent portions, and the honey mustard wrap is often more salad than chicken. Checking your order before leaving can help prevent some of these oversights. And again, when the kitchen gets these things right, you're in for a delicious meal. Some other items we love that haven't become takeout blunders yet include the burgers, the nashville hot chicken sandwich, the greek salad, and garlic parm fries. The southwest steak and avocado bowl, however, is overpriced for the small amount of steak, and the vegetable sides need much more seasoning. Overall, this place has a lot of potential and some truly great menu items, but the lack of consistency makes it hard to fully recommend.

Great food, great service, great prices, inviting atmosphere! Lisa always makes sure my coffee is…read morehot and my food is delicious and delivered promptly!

As I was eating the most average diner breakfast I've ever had, with the least magical French toast…read moreI've ever seen. Angry John candy with a mustache barreled out from the back room and started howling at me like an angry ICE agent at a border crossing, saying "WHERES YOUR PAPERS? WHERES YOUR PAPERS?" I was so bewildered and asked what he was talking about to which he demanded my papers to have my ten pound chihuahua with me. An absurd request to make AFTER I paid, left tip, and I began eating. (And no sign on the door to say that dogs are not welcome) I'll say this certainly spoiled my already border-line-depressing strip mall diner experience on my first morning in town. The food was sad, interior sterile and sad, and the staff were rude and angry. Maybe I'm a softy, but that's no way to treat people.

We happened to be in the area and I was delighted to find this ice cream parlor. It was quite busy…read morebut there was no wait because they're very efficient. There are options for hard ice cream, soft serve, sorbet, and gelato. I opted for gelato (dark chocolate and salted caramel I think) and it was the perfect creamy texture with saturated flavors. My husband had cookies and cream ice cream which was among the better ones we've tried in New England. We also got a cookie and it was soft and tasted like it was baked that day. I would definitely return if I'm in the area again.

Todays creation was a 2 scoop sundae…read more Graham Central Station & Coffee Oreo ice cream, blueberries & PB topping with whipped & . Really good flavor and portions! Long line moved really quick. Small inside but there are seats to sit. Definitely worth a trip!