We are local and went for breakfast for the first time today...why we didn't go sooner, not sure. Very well worth it, prices decent. The food was excellent and alot of it. The waitress was super nice and we loved the old general store feel with mixed matched tables and chairs and items to buy. We will go back for sure. read more

What a surprise.After all the hype expected great things. What a letdown, on Mother's Day lunch. terrible service,had to ask for coffee 3 times still didn't come.Unfortunately food not much better. Potatoes burnt,omelette overcooked ,salad so so. Better get their act together, definitely not worth a trip read more

I really wish I could like this place, as my family enjoys coming here when we visit. Though the atmosphere is quaint yet quirky and the owner kind, the food and service have been mediocre the few times I have been. Our Thanksgiving dinner experience yesterday was a huge disappointment. The servers were absent and inattentive and our meals came out at different times and temperatures. My turkey was lukewarm and dry, and the squash was barely edible. Dessert consisted of a teeny tiny square of something pumpkin, no traditional pie as you would expect. On another trip here last year, service was slow & I was served undercooked chicken on my salad. I know most of the reviews on here have been positive, but I also see many similar to mine. I do hope they can turn things around if I come here again! read more

This is a pretty nice place the food is good some stuff is better than other stuff on the menu but I must say my experience there was very good nice people and the atmosphere is really cool. Awesome decorations and antiques and just really cool! read more

I heard about this cafe from a colleague at work and was immediately intrigued. I decided to visit and I am so glad I did. I went there by myself on a Sunday afternoon for a light lunch. As soon as I walked through the door it was as if I went back in time. I felt like I had left the chaotic world behind me and entered a world where things were slow and easy. I was greeted cordially and made to feel right at home. The atmosphere was antiquated with all sorts of eye-catching items that adorned the walls and shelves of this "cafe in time."I was asked by the chef "Craig" what I would like to order and he happily obliged my request. I ordered a croissant. which was was absolutely delicious! Needless to say, I had an excellent meal, a lovely conversation with "Sophia" and a breathtaking atmosphere to dine in. I will be sure to tell everyone I know about this special place and I look forward to visiting again...real soon. Thank you Pleasant and Main for a wonderful dining experience! read more

Probably one of the best restaurants in the Berkshires. The food is absolutely delicious and very inventive. With every meal comes soup or salad and surprise of surprises this is a big salad not filled with fresh and delicious vegetables not some "salad" other restaurants give you which is just a bunch of lettuce and if you happen to want some blue cheese are charged an additional fee. No this salad, like the entree itself, is plentiful and I repeat delicious. And the price? Hold onto your hats, this 5 stars restaurant (in my culinary opinion) is sooooo reasonable. Oh, and don't miss the desserts. They are gorgeous. So get to this gem in the Berkshires and you will thank me. read more

Delicious! Delightful! Divine! - charming restaurant enhanced by stellar service and a varied menu! A culinary delight! Owner Craig makes you feel as if this is your home away from home. Food is delicious and cooked to perfection! A gem of a restaurant! read more

I am disappointed to write this review since from the street & reviews on here it looked so promising. Upon entering at 10:45 we discovered the breakfast rush mess had not been cleared from more than half the tables. Every two top except for the one pushed up against a dusty hostess stand was piled with dishes (including all those by the windows) but we were supposed to 'seat ourselves.' That should have been a hint for us to run, but nevertheless we persisted. The watery and flavorless coffee that came first was absolutely awful, among the worst I've ever had anywhere, on par with a gas station. I could not bear to drink it. My husband's mug had bright red lipstick on BOTH sides--there is no way the server could have missed it -- a sign of the lack of care you'll find here. We hoped to find something redeeming in the food but the only thing I can compliment is the salad garnish next to my omelette. It and the vegetables inside (clearly frozen) were cooked beyond edibility--like a yellow kitchen sponge. Probably microwaved. I am so suspicious of the four star and five star reviews on here. They must be fake. This place is flat out gross. read more

Not as friendly a place a I would have thought, from the reviews. Having a 12:30 reservation, were not even acknowledged until 12:50. They did not seem to be overly busy. No greens on my plate, home fries had some very hard piece s of something that I could not bite into. Had to ask for napkins after they brought our food. asked for more coffee, but only I was brought another cup after 10 min. The three people with me were not offered any. Would not be in any rush to go back. read more

Always looking for a less touristy place to eat at in the Berkshires. This is it. Delicious food at a good price, great service and a unique decor. Can't wait to go back! Extra plus is breakfast/brunch available weekdays even at 2pm. read more

I went here with a group of 4 for lunch. We sat outside in the back and it was SO cute and quaint. Service was good, food was good. I highly recommend it! read more

Was welcomed immediately upon arrival. The food was cooked to order with the freshest ingredients atmosphere was Charming the food was delicious from soup to dessert. Everyone at the table raved about their meal. Off the beaten path but certainly worth the trip. Would recommend to all. So good!!! read more

What a find. As we drove passed, I immediately wanted to turn around! We had just had a late breakfast so we were only going to look around the "store" right in the cafe! We were immediately welcomed and shown the ever so quaint fire pit area with a grand view of the hills. We were so smitten that we decided to stay for apple cider and a pumpkin muffin. Both were amazing! What gracious hosts, good food, and inviting ambience! A must try! read more

We came in on Christmas day just when it was closing and the owner (who is also the chef) was very kind to us and let us dine there anyway. My husband had brandied cherry pancakes and I had the spinach and goat cheese crepe. They were DIVINE! Then he gave us a complimentary sweet crepe with egg nog ice-cream and fruit, drizzled with chocolate on top. Again, another dish we were blown away by. By that point we were like two happy stuffed Christmas geese but the tastebud fun didn't stop there. The owner gave us two complimentary hot chocolates and brought us out to the the back gazebo area outfitted with a wood burning stove and chatted with us a bit. You couldn't find a more generous, genuine, nice guy and 5-star New York city quality food. Definitely worth a stop if you're staying in the Berkshires. I only wish the place was in my neighborhood in NY-I'd be there every day!! read more

Ive been here several times and it has been very inconsistent. Amazing on one occasion and horrible on others. Its like they cant decide what they are. Great space to sit and have coffee though. read more

We read all the wonderful reviews of Pleasant and Main and decided to go for breakfast ...I had the Farmer's Market Omelette and my husband had Eggs Benedict ...both were well prepared with the freshest ingredients. The breakfast potatoes were deliciously flavored with just the right amount of spices and herbs. We chatted with Craig the owner , who was warm and friendly. His restaurant is more like an eclectic antique shop.... worth taking the time to peruse while waiting for our food. He invited us to check out his back patio after finishing our meal. It was a uniquely inviting space , complete with two rocking chairs . To complete our amazing meal Craig very kindly sent over the most delicious plate of yummy crepes and the best hot chocolate I've ever had!! A must if you decide to visit this adorable little cafe! Highly recommend making the trip( a bit off the beaten path.... but well worth it) read more

We always enjoy our meals at this restaurant. The ingredients are fresh, the meals are tasty, and the service is pleasant. The reason for 4 stars vs 5 is that the chef uses a bit too much salt for our taste, but we still enjoy the home-cooked flavors. Bring a sweater as the dining room is large and often a bit cooler than comfortable. read more

Love Pleasant and Main! Terrific locally sourced food, lovely atmosphere (elegant and comfortable) and excellent service. Well worth it take a short ride from Great Barrington. This place hits and is just what the Berkshires need. read more

This review does not include a review of the food. There's good reason for that. We went for lunch and sat waiting for our food for nearly an hour. Although that was obviously not good, the reason for the 1 star (and that's only because Yelp does not provide a zero star option) was the terrible service from our waitperson and terrible attitude from the manager. Not once during our lengthy wait did our server or the manager stop by the table to either refill drinks or to simply apologize for the delay and keep us apprised of the progress of our order. When we finally hailed the manager and let her know that we had been left alone and waiting for almost an hour without our food (a simple lunch order of sandwiches) she didn't apologize, but did go check with the kitchen. Upon her return, she told us that our order had not yet even been started, again without hinting at an apology. At that point I told her that the wait was bad enough, but that what bothered us most was being ignored for almost an hour. Her response was to sarcastically say (and this is pretty much verbatim) "Oh, no! You weren't left alone. You seemed to be enjoying yourself with conversation." That did it. My father put me through college and law school working as a bartender. I've worked as a bus boy. I know how hard it is to be a server and how many times you have to deal with jerks. I thus have a soft spot for servers, particularly when it comes to sins of the kitchen, which are generally not their fault. But when a server (or, especially, a manager) is an unmitigated jerk, watch out. I have no patience for someone who should value my business being an a-hole, particularly when I'm in the right and being reasonable. Upon hearing her idiotic response, I simply told the manager that we would go on enjoying ourselves at another restaurant. We told her not to bother starting our order and left (but only after being charged for the sodas we had during the wait, another sign of customer service). My only regret in leaving was that if we had toughed it out a little while longer our lunch would have turned into dinner and we would have been able to order their turkey dinner special, which is served only at that time. I guess I'll have to wait till Thanksgiving, because I'm not ever coming back here. If this is the type of service he is happy offering, perhaps the owner should consider changing the name of his restaurant to NOT-SO-PLEASANT AND MAIN. read more

Housatonic needed a new restaurant and P&L is pretty nice. I have heard some bad stories about the service, but have not encountered them and I've visited a fair amount. The weekend brunch is very nice. I often bring kids and the staff has been very accommodating. Service has not been perfect, but OK. The food is good and the restaurant has a nice atmosphere. Hopefully the service will get better and more people will appreciate their experience. read more

Arrived with a party of 7 and they were out of 2 of their 3 famous Prix Fix dinners. The salmon cakes were actually pink hockey pucks. Never offered a beverage ( no wine). Service was nonexistent and a guy in unfashionably torn jeans, who apparently was the owner, could care less. Need I say more? One only needs to read the latest reviews and you will see a deterioration of menu and service reflected most recently. read more

I cannot say enough good things about this place - homey, welcoming, by far the best yogurt I've ever had!!! Craig Bero, a NYC transplant, has something incredible here that is not to be missed. Less than 10 minutes from Stockbridge / Great Barrington, but it looks like it's in the middle of nowhere. Don't despair - you'll get there in a few minutes, and you'll be so glad you did. read more

Heard great things about this quaint cafe so had to try it. My friend and I made the drive from Northampton for lunch this past weekend. Filled with interesting antiques and nostalgic items. Fun to walk through. Eating was a totally different experience. The service was absolutely horrible. We were told to seat ourselves I think by the owner. He had 2 young women waitressing and for the 3 tables occupied we all should have had great service. But not so. We almost got our own menus but finally they came. We then asked for water with lemon...after another long wait we got water and was told lemons would be coming soon. My friend ordered the farmers omelette with no peppers, extra spinach. Well, she didn't get any spinach, asparagus instead, and peppers! Oh and the side of toast was served halfway through the meal. (We heard the table next to us asking for their toast too as they were also almost done) I ordered soup first then salad with dressing on the side. Got both at the same time and dressing on the salad--they used way too much! I asked if they could redo and this time if I could have soup first as I ordered. Well, I ended up eating alone because it took so long. All we wanted was to finish up and leave...waited and waited for someone to give us a check. Finally we were sick of waiting. Left cash on the table based on the menu prices/tax and left. Wouldn't go back because of the service and errors in food. If they showed some interest after messing up the order, maybe...but not after ignoring us. read more

New chef in town. Sane beautiful setting in a picturesque Berkshire town of Housatonic. This place is brimming with beautiful antiques and is set up as a French cafe. So relaxing with big picture windows. You must come if you are in the Berkshires read more

Pleasant and Main is a real hidden gem in an unexpected setting. The food was exceptionally well prepared. We enjoyed a wonderful dinner that rivaled any high end urban restaurant. Craig is a great one man show - warm, talented and generous in addition to being a fabulous chef. I understand that in the past he owned a restaurant in NYC across from the World Trade Center. Western Mass is lucky he chose to relocate. Highly recommend that anyone looking for a fresh experience stop in for a meal and visit - this is not your run of the mill restaurant! read more

Amazing little country cafe off the beaten path in Housatanic. The place doubles as an antique shop. The decor is nostalgic and the food is amazing. The service is friendly and prompt. Definitely recommend for breakfast (I'm sure other meals are great too we only ate breakfast there this morning). This is a do not miss when visiting the Berkshires. read more

Visited for the first (but not the last!) time last night. Excellent pot roast served with real mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. Obviously, they are still working out the service kinks, but all the staff was friendly and accommodating. For example, we were seated without menus and it took awhile for someone to notice we didn't have them. Seated next to us (and before us) was a charming couple who generously shared their bottle of wine with us. For now it is BYOB. Our server took our order before theirs and we got our meals first. Not a big thing, but it might have been to some people! We were treated to some delicious extras. Looking forward to trying breakfast. read more

Love this place! I knew Craig, from when he had his little cafe in NYC, and was sad to learn that he was no longer there. However, after some light stalking, and a four and a half hour drive from Ithaca, it was totally worth it. The food is top quality, and super fresh. I got to snack on freshly picked cherries and black berries while waiting for my meal, which was amazing. My mom and I split the croissant sandwich and the fruit pancakes, and inhaled every crumb. Oh, and the space is packed with tons of antiques for purchase or simply just to appreciate. Very nice ambiance, delicious, fresh food made with love, and an owner who puts his soul into every tiny detail. Definitely a gem! read more

Two stars for the atmosphere. The food left much to be desired. Had the Farmers omelet, no fresh veggies like described just a spoonful of a zucchini/tomatoe salsa of sorts. Wouldn't call our potatoes potatoes, more like pan scrapings. Understaffed service, slow, and it was not busy with customers. Hate to be so hard but it was a big disappointment from the rave reviews we've been hearing. Won't return. read more

This place is wonderful. The person running the place went way out of his way to make us comfortable and to help get our kids settled down. We really enjoyed the unique atmosphere of the place - and the food is excellent. Our waitress was excellent, too. All around, this was one of those rare dining experiences that we will remember and refer to for a long time. read more

We had dinner at Pleasant and Main Friday night. This is such a great place -- the food, the dining room, the service and the price. Craig, the host, directed us to the backyard following dinner. He had lit a fire in the Vermont Castings stove. Do not be discouraged if the dining room has too many empty tables. It is only because not enough people have caught onto Craig's wonderful hospitality and food. read more

Pulled pork was largely gristle and fat. Note there is no alcohol. Wife's wood fire grilled salmon was good, she said. Rudimentary rest room. read more

My husband grew up in Housatonic and never went to the old establishment that used to be here. Once Pleasant and Main opened, we can't stop coming back. The owner Craig is the most kind and friendly man with stories that will make you bust a gut. Nick is usually our waiter and he couldn't be nicer and more attentive. This restaurant is a throwback to the cafes of the "old boys" yet the food is reminiscent of a fine french patisserie. The brunch, lunch, and dinner are all fantastic for their own reasons. The Croque Monsieur sandwich is to die for, along with any sweet or savory crepe you order. You can even stop in for a croissant and the best coffee in Berkshire county if you want a small treat. The atmosphere is fun with beautiful antiques adorning the walls. You won't be disappointed for eating here. The ambiance, friendly staff, attentive service, and phenomenal food are all reasons to try (and then frequent) Pleasant and Main. read more

The food we ate tasted fine. However, they didn't have two things on the menu that we ordered. They should have just updated the menu or told us ahead of time. We ordered a croissant as well, and someone who came in well after us also ordered one. They gave the last croissant to the other person, and when we got the check we were told "sorry we ran out of croissants and forgot to tell you". The staff just really didn't seem to care about the job at all. Everyone just seemed very lackluster about service. read more

I found out about the Pleasant & Main restaurant on the Only in Your State website. The atmosphere was intriguing to me (an old general store turned into a restaurant/antique shop), so three members of my family and I drove two hours to eat brunch. When we arrived at 10:45am on a Tuesday, there was two parties of two and a larger party of five or six people, who were finishing up their meal and chatting with the owner. We were told to sit where we wanted, so we did. The sole waitress promptly brought over menus and small glasses of water. Then, we waited. And waited. And waited. A few other diners came in and chose tables. We continued to wait. About a half hour later, the waitress came to take our order. I asked the waitress what the soup of the day was and she said, "I think it's a chicken and vegetable." She did not tell us about any specials or the smoothies that were advertised on a sign outside the building. I ordered the seasonal fruit pancakes with maple syrup and homemade lemonade. The rest of my family ordered the farmer's omelet, the breakfast croissant, and the buttermilk pancakes. Within a few minutes, the waitress brought out my $3 homemade lemonade. It consisted of about 8oz. of lemonade with ice in a glass that wasn't even full. We noted, around that time, the owner, who was wearing old, ripped jeans and a stretched out, ratty t-shirt, and looked otherwise disheveled, took the larger party outside to see the garden area of the restaurant and a "tree house." Another half-hour later, no exaggeration, our food arrived. I was absolutely horrified when I looked at my seasonal fruit pancakes ($8.50) and the buttermilk pancakes that my family member ordered ($7.50). The dishes consisted of three extremely thin pancakes that were about three inches in diameter. Mine were topped with a tablespoon of some sort of fruit compote, the buttermilk pancakes were not topped with anything, and we both received about three blueberries, two raspberries, a couple slices of banana, and a slice of orange on the side. That was the entire dish. Neither of us received any maple syrup. The other two egg-based dishes looked reasonable. I ate my pancakes in literally two minutes due to the tiny portion size. They tasted fine, but they were not any better than ones I might get on the dollar menu at McDonald's. The waitress did not check on us during our meal to ask if we needed anything else and our water glasses were not refilled. When the rest of my family members finished eating, we sat and waited. And waited. And waited. Finally, I decided to get up and stand at the bar at the front of the room until I could attract the attention of the waitress so we could get our bill and leave. When I got up, the waitress asked if I would like the bill. The bill was over $40. We left a $2 tip, solely based on the value of the waitress's service to us, and not considering the tiny portions of basic food. At this point in time, several more diners had come into the establishment. We noted a table near us with a party of about six people. Two of those diners received their meals ahead of the rest of their party, and the others had to attract the waitress's attention after several minutes when their food was not brought out. They also yelled to her that they did not get maple syrup or butter for their pancakes as they had ordered. After we left cash on the table (because no one would have come to collect our payment), we went outside to the rear of the building to see the garden area. It was laughable and consisted of a grill, some small tables and chairs, and a hut made of trees/tree branches in the center. Honestly, I am not upper-class or wealthy; t does not take much to impress me and Pleasant & Main SO did not impress! It was clear to me that no one in the restaurant was a local, and now I know why. Please don't waste your time. read more

When visiting family in the area, my husband, kids and I walked down for brunch. It was wonderful!! A unique, laid back atmosphere with a sophisticated menu. My youngest ordered pancakes and my teen had a croissant sandwich. My husband had an omelette and I had quiche. All were served with fresh wild berries (blueberries, raspberries, and currants) picked the night before. I told the owner/chef we yelped them before we came down and he said he'd never been on this website. I told him about some of the reviews and he was both shocked and overjoyed! Very welcoming and unpretentious:-) read more

Long waits for crappy food. The French toast was overpriced considering it was thin slices of super cheap bread out of a bag and the omelette was gloppy and gross. Save your time and money and stay away. read more

This is my favorite restaurant in the Berkshires - It is a very special place - don't miss it. My husband and I have been there for the Community supper two times while on vacation in Stockbridge (ten minutes away) - in June and September 2016. Fantastic food - delicious - great menu - hard to choose choices. It is unique - great retro/vintage decor - fresh wild flowers on every table - background music this week was Opera and French songs - and Craig, the owner and the chef is beyond fantastic - highly recommend - can't wait to return. As another reviewer summed it up - MAGICAL! And if you love really delicious food, lovingly prepared - Pleasant and Main is your place! read more

This place is really marvelous, and the prices are fantastic, as well. We had an incredible pot roast with mashed potatoes, chicken, trout, excellent squash bisque and harvest salad; the whole thing was great. They also made a roasted vegetable dish for me because I'm vegetarian, which a lot of restaurants in Great Barrington have refused to do. Belgian hot chocolate was the best my son has ever had. Mulled cider with orange was delicious. The outdoor setting with a fire place was also wonderful. Whole experience was amazing. Highly, highly recommend. read more

DISGUSTING!!! I spent a full two weeks in the Berkshires, we went to a bunch of restaurants and none was worse than Pleasant and Main. The food was horrible. I had a Eggs Benedict with Spinach, its was horrible, I could not even finish it. My wife had a crepe, just as bad. Stay away from this place. Not only was the food horrible, but I felt like we were eating in a dirty old garage, surrounded by dusty junk. I wont be back, and would advise anyone thinking of going, to stay away, plenty of other good restaurants to go to in the area. read more