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    Proprietor's Lodge

    3.0 (81 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    From the outdoor tables
    Lisa E.

    I'm shocked that I have not yet written a review as I spent quite a few lovely days & evenings here since I learned of it's beauty over the summer. !0 stars for the setting : the view of the exquisite Pontoosuc Lake, wide & lush, for the very caring service & the entire set up including plenty of parking & wide spaces inside, outside & lakeside. Drinks are fabulous, they had an extensive summer menu that included 2 full pages of BMD The food ? a bit of another story. Decent enough, often very good, sometimes disappointing. Order something that you know will be ok even if it is not the best version or exactly as expected. You are here for the warm setting & view, drinks. The food is an added benefit. Great is the Ahi Tuna, nice & rare with seaweed salad, pickled ginger & some drizzle to swipe. Mussels = good. Entrees such as the Pork chop on Spätzle & the Flat iron Steak served over a mound of delicious masked potatoes (no mention of them in the description, but they were great). Some of the sandwiches are ok, the burger. Not recommended is the Cesar Salad, really poor dressed with Kens dressing for something like 12 dollars. Fried Calamari. Out of the bag frozen rings, is unfortunate. The Nachos sound exciting but arrive as an unappealing heap. Keep it simple, when you return you can branch out a bit. It is my favorite venue in the Berkshires, just being able to sit on a huge patio with this view is amazing. Moon rise is beautiful right over the homes & trees in the distance, watching the jet ski's & pontoon boats in the summer. Nothing like it. Reservations in season a must. Great place to have a wedding too..

    Buffet brunch. Bloody Mary flight.
    Jen M.

    I had brunch at the proprietary lodge. The food was okay but the ambiance was amazing. Looking over the lake was peaceful. The service was great. Overall had a good time.

    Nearly sliced my forearm on this.

    We stopped in for an after-work drink, which we hoped to enjoy on the terrace which was ninety-percent unoccupied at the time, (4:00 p.m.) However, once we informed the hostess of our intention to simply enjoy a cocktail or two, we were basically informed that having just a drink apparently didn't qualify to sit with the guests on the patio. Instead, we (and our drinks) were banished like Cinderella to the "lawn area" where we had our choice of occupying either three broken, dirty, spider-infested wooden chairs (one with a cracked armrest and screw sticking out) or a jacked-up metal lawn seat sporting filthy, moldy-scented cushions (one of which was missing), adorned with aged spider webs which was tossed out onto a patch of bumble bee-filled grass. We could clearly see that more than enough available seating on the patio, but since we weren't shelling out the minimum expected, we were seated like we were the help instead of paying patrons. Tacky, unrefined, and low brow. Plus, the place smells moldy, just sayin'! Won't be returning any time soon.

    This is the view from the veranda
    D M.

    I had lunch at Proprietor's Lodge Memorial Day weekend. What beautiful place and it has a wonderful veranda overlooking the lake with the Berkshire mountains in the background. Service was excellent and our server was very attentive. Lunch was serviced warm and our food was excellent. My girlfriend ordered a glass of wine at the end of meal and we walked down to the shore and sat in Adirondack chairs provided by the lodge, taking in the view and warmth of the sun. I will be back and this is a wonderful restaurant with a 11 out of ten view. I highly recommend!

    Clam chowder. 10 out of 10

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    Institutional ambiance striving to be someplace that doesn't belong in The Berkshires. Includes mediocre food and terrible pizza.

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    Beautiful setting right by the lake, but mediocre food. Service was friendly and efficient. Not too many vegetarian options.

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    Quality of food at Sunday brunch was below par with a school cafeteria. All seemed to be stale, luke-warm 2 day old leftovers.

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    Service and food was great. Our only issue was it's really loud inside to the point it's hard to have a conversation.

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    Fantastic lake-side lunches!!! Great BLT; good selection of beers and wine. A hidden gem.

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    District Kitchen & Bar

    4.2(343 reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Mixed reviews from the family about this restaurant leads me to change my rating from a 5 to a 3. I…read morereally loved my watermelon gazpacho but my husband and son both said their burger was tasteless. The restaurant was able to accommodate our family of 14 and serve us with ease and speed which was a plus! Easy parking in a lot down the block which is free on evenings and weekends. Our server was lovely and helpful. I'll try somewhere else next time.

    I wish I could give a better score, because I thought the service and ambience were both excellent…read more Sadly, the food left me wanting. It was all edible, but there were problems with every single thing we ordered. We started with the marinated mushroom & sausage flatbread: one of the better items and fairly tasty with a tomato sauce base, could have used a tart element like a balsamic drizzle to wake it up a bit. My husband got the Korean bbq burger, which at $27 was honestly a bit insane and doubly so when it wasn't good. There's not a single thing that was wrong, the whole conception is an epic fail. A beef burger should not have an intense taste of soy. Sorry, harsh but true. The exorbitant price is insult to injury. The ham and cheese croquettes should never have been offered with the cinnamon sugar dusting. Another bizarre pairing that makes no sense in your mouth and adds nothing. The dijonnaise was good if a bit mild... amp up the savory flavor and put more ham in the mix with a touch more salt please. Finally, the Public Salad was a good base but needs a bit of a vinegar component to make it sing. I'd recommend red wine vinegar, just a small splash in the dressing. Overall enjoyed it and the chicken was adequately moist. Thank you for having us.

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    Rare 297 Steakhouse

    Rare 297 Steakhouse

    3.8(30 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    We had dinner here yesterday and were happy to find free street parking directly in front of the…read morerestaurant, as parking is complimentary after 4:00 p.m. on weekdays. We were warmly greeted and seated promptly. The restaurant has an elegant, refined atmosphere, with crisp white tablecloths adding to its classic setting. We began with a pistachio martini, which was creamy, smooth, and delicious. Our server, Caylah T., graciously went over the evening's specials with us. She was pleasant, attentive, and professional throughout the meal, making the experience all the more enjoyable. For appetizers, we chose the red and yellow beet salad with arugula from the evening's specials. It was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. We also shared the tempura coconut shrimp, which was wonderfully flavorful. Four perfectly prepared shrimp were served over a small accompanying salad with a delicious coconut sauce that complemented the dish beautifully. It was an outstanding appetizer and one of the highlights of our meal. For our entrées, Hubby enjoyed the organic salmon, while I chose the seafood fra diavolo. Both dishes were cooked to perfection and packed with flavor. My seafood fra diavolo was particularly satisfying, with fresh-tasting seafood and a wonderful balance of flavors. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience, and will certainly return the next time we're in the area.

    First, my server was great! Very friendly and overall very upbeat, definitely a key point to the…read moreexperience however. In the beginning, as it was a plain, typical weekday evening, business was slower and it took a bit for anyone to come greet my party and I until we got seated. It was not at all a lengthy time, just enough to twiddle your thumbs and look around, waiting. For the price, the food is really mediocre and I'd say avoid eating here if you're accustomed to good food. If not! Go ahead, it's not bad, just okay, maybe overpriced albeit everything is expensive in this day and age. I could be wrong, I'm not a chef, but the vegetables tasted frozen and reheated alongside the mashed potatoes ... resembling instant in terms of its taste. (Take the potato part with a grain of salt because I'm not confident on that as a fact) Steak was definitely Choice grade ... maybe half the price. Cooked well at least. Chicken was rubbery with a rather subpar taste; it reminded me of the chicken Parmesan at Olive Garden and I didn't even get that... it has that particular 'flavor' to it. I really like chicken, I like it more than any other meat, yet I couldn't finish their sautéed dish. The table bread at the beginning reminds me of the microwaveable garlic 'rolls' you can buy at your local supermarket. It probably is frozen... Also, the food came out room temperature even if the bottom of the plate was warm/hot. Still want to mention that my server was so incredibly affable and that's really why I chose 2 stars instead of 1! Not that it makes that much of a difference... Can't believe this place apparently gets booked up Saturday nights.

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    Shelley’s Kitchen - Scrambled eggs, home fries, toast & sausage. Fantastic breakfast!

    Shelley’s Kitchen

    4.6(28 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    A true local spot that has good food that is prepared well. You will see tradesmen, neighbors and…read morelong time residents filling the place. Shelly is behind the griddle and cooks up a storm. Tourists, keep in mind that this is not fancy with music and artwork for sale on the wall. This is a real diner with counter stools and booths. I had the Greek Eggs for breakfast, which is a delicious combination of Greek spices, potatoes, sausage and other yummy treats. Toast comes with it (sadly not gluten-free), but you need to order and home fries, etc. I like that. You pay for what you want, not some inflated plate of extras. Note: you won't see the Greek Eggs on the printed menu. Ask for the specials. Greek Eggs are always there. My wife loved the raisin French toast. She said that it did not need syrup. I am told to try the Goulash for lunch by several people. It sounds great. If you are looking for a fancy or romantic meal, look elsewhere. Want a fancy vibe to impress, look elsewhere. Want really good food that is proven with the locals, visit Shelly. Want eggs, French toast or pancakes, this is the place

    We're always on the lookout for a good diner for breakfast. In the Berkshires for a wedding, we…read morechecked the Yelp ratings and they did not disappoint. This may be the smallest diner we've visited (one of them, at least) but it makes up for that in quality and attention to the customers. A few booths and a few tables on the right, a half dozen stools at the counter, and the magic shop along the left wall. There's a bit of counter / bench, a sink, a prep area, a cooktop, and a grill. It's clean, efficient, and full of friendly people (staff and locals). The breakfast menu is simple: eggs, pancakes, French toast, omelettes, and the usual sides. We got 2 eggs over easy, one with bacon, one with sausage, home fries, and toast. The eggs were cooked perfectly (they look more done in the photo but were nicely runny) and the bacon was crisp and smoky. I didn't get to try my be wife's sausage, but (a) that itself says something and (b) she said it was really good, not the "supermarket" grade that some places serve. Coffee was good, staff were all super friendly - I would definitely go there again.

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    Shelley’s Kitchen - Shelly at the griddle

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    Shelley’s Kitchen - Bacon. 2 eggs over easy, home fries, and rye toast.

    Bacon. 2 eggs over easy, home fries, and rye toast.

    Shelley’s Kitchen - Great cup of coffee.

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    Hudpucker's Pub & Grill

    Hudpucker's Pub & Grill

    4.1(27 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    We got delivery again and the food was just as amazing as going to the restaurant location! We got…read moreand enjoyed for lunch the crispy chicken sandwich, the bacon cheeseburger, crispy fresh chips, and the mozzarella sticks were unbelievable and delicious! They were huge and made for great cheese pulls... Perfectly cooked and amazing! Topped off with cool refreshing milkshakes. Would highly recommend for lunch...

    Hugely disappointed…read more Two stars for ample parking (a rarity in Pittsfield), our server, and KENO. Menu looked right up our alley. Had nachos to start and the Hudpucker Smashburger. Wanted to keep it simple and at its core competency. Nachos were dry, luke warm and had huge strips of romaine lettuce - like salad size (there's irony coming up). 2oz soufflé cups of sour cream and jarred salsa were our only refuge. Made a huge mistake and got the steak add on. Cold, stringy steak-um type product thrown on the top in one large lump. Their smashburger is not a thin smashed patty that may come to your mind. It's a standard 6oz pre-form that they call "smash" as an excuse to put a steak weight on it and cook it beyond recognition. The brioche bun is "fake brioche." Has the outer look, but is super dry and tasteless. The irony was I ordered and paid for a side salad. It came in a tiny soup cup and in it had the shredded lettuce and pico I would expect on the nachos. Just really was hopeful. I could see a good vibe at times in there if you're under 25yrs old. Otherwise, the atmosphere offered little to off-set the meal.

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