What a great new upscale cocktail bar that Leominster needy for a very long time. They have craft…read morebeer to wine to fancy and fun cocktails. I went with my go to martini, extra dirty goose with extra olives. I'm somewhat of an olive snob, and these large firm olives passed the test. The martini was great! Not too dirty but dirty enough and just how I like it. We also tried the spicy whisky margarita. Surprisingly very very good! Couldn't even tell it was whiskey. Not a large food selection, they have a few different charcuterie boards which is just perfect for a snack and some drinks. They have these cool wine glass toppers and you can choose your own snack for on top of it!!!! How cool is that. Welcome to Leominster!

Fun place! The drinks are great and now they are bring your own food which is awesome! I like their…read moreWednesday night Singo (music bingo). The house sangria is my favorite

Well Saturdays for me appear to be babies day out. I had to get another MRI just to see the…read moreprogress in my leg. And right across from the shields MRI there is a place called stir. Being both hangry we had to try it. Hands down the best appetizer which included chips and a flight of dips, dinner was a steak cooked absolutely perfectly. I had my first drink in a very long time which was a cotton candy martini which was absolutely delish. In for dessert The coup de gras was creme brulee. After I wake up from my sugar crash I'll return myself to my normal life. Oh yeah. Who could forget about the gift of a shot of lemon cello.

Came today for the first time for lunch, Beautiful and delicious martinis and food. Wanted to meet…read moreRandy the owner my daughter knows and let him know the place looks great and staff was wonderful.

Haven't been back here for ages, used to be a place you buy food by the weight. Now what a hidden…read moregem! Will definitely be back. We took our two younger ones there for a quiet Easter Sunday dinner together. So many interesting things on the menu, we way over ordered. But everything was delicious. We had the pork belly confit, the cheese bread, the octopus, and the parm wings to start. They were all polished off quickly. Our pork belly did seem to have missed a sauce, but we just dipped them with the cheesy bread sauce and was very happy. My son ordered a few different skews and thoroughly enjoyed his Picanha, sausage and cheese and chicken heart. My youngest said the chicken hearts were the best she had ever tried. High praise from a kid loving chicken heart since just a tiny tod. My wife and I both ordered the ribeye over mushroom risotto. We order medium rare and both of ours came perfectly done. Both our kids thoroughly enjoyed trying our steak and risotto. My daughter and I both enjoyed mixing my son's Yucca mash with the risotto. She practically scrapped my plate clean. We all had our eyes on the pineapple, but all agreed we were overstuffed and will defer to next time. We even had leftovers to bring home to one happy Puppy. Will definitely return!

Tucked away in Marlborough, Ember & Alma is a hidden gem and a secret worth keeping, yet it's the…read moreplace you can't stop talking about once you go. Always a warm welcome once you arrive, Ember & Alma is not only a place to get delicious food but a spot where you can feel connected and a sense of belonging. Whether you're settling in for a quiet date night or a leisurely dinner with loved ones, the cozy atmosphere wraps around you like a warm embrace. But it's the food and drink that truly steal the show. The menu is a love letter to Brazilian and South American cooking -- bold, soulful, and bursting with creativity. Every dish tells a story of a rich culinary tradition, taking you on a journey from bright, sweet notes all the way through to deep, satisfying umami. Both the cocktail menu and non-alcoholic offerings match this spirit, offering drinks that are every bit as thoughtfully crafted as the plates they accompany. If there's one dish that captures everything Ember & Alma stands for, it's the bananas bravas. Memorable in the truest sense of the word, they are the kind of thing you find yourself thinking about days later, and the reason you'll inevitably find yourself making a reservation to return.

I've been really excited to check this place out and was happy to get bar reservations on a…read morebeautiful Friday night. The bartenders (I wish I caught their names) were excellent and the drink menu was extremely diverse. Loved the cocktails and the vibes. The menu was outstanding, and the flavors were spot on. Great inventive dishes! Presentation on the dishes felt a bit lacking and some ingredients on the flatbread we got felt really light, but I know they are switching menus soon so that could account for it. Can't wait to come back for brunch!

We've been going here since they opened last year and really love everything they've done. Both the…read moredinner and cocktail menus are updated seasonally and we really look forward to the changes and new items. It's clear that a lot of thought and testing goes into each new cocktail and dish. The flavors are complimentary with a great deal of depth which really make you appreciate every bite or sip. In addition they take a great deal of care with allergies and most of the items on the menu either are or can be made gluten free. I highly recommend stopping in if you're in the Ayer area. Everything on the menu is a hit.

It's Wednesday and this place is definitely open, as we were just there. Call ahead or click on the…read morewebpage and reserve a table. It's quintessencial central Mass. bistro dining, where the waitress is the bartender, the maitre d' is the owner, the empire and mid century china is mismatched but matches the food that is presented on the dishes, and where that food is delicious. Many, but not all, items on the menu are gf, several are vegetarian, and one main and one dessert are vegan. We tried the well-balanced "Red Skies at Night" cocktail and would have it again. We also tried some of the new dishes that are rotating through the menu. The gf seasonal watermelon and feta salad is a particularly savory example of this summer favorite. Crab salad with avocado, hard-boiled egg, and real remoulade sauce, was a nice interpretation (served on a period luncheon plate). The main course artichoke spinach cheesecake was outstanding. Among the desserts, the gf chocolate mousse, which was served in an old-fashioned metal sundae dish and garnished with a fresh violet and real whipped cream, was rich and delicious. We will be back.

The night that we moved into town, we celebrated by going out to dinner. We arrived at Silver girl…read more40 minutes before closing, and were informed that the kitchen was already closed. We expressed disappointment, but they then checked with the Kitchen staff and said sure if you order right away we would be happy to serve you. We were thrilled! We ordered drinks and had food, and it was all wonderful. We loved the speakeasy, vibe, the custom cocktails, and the impressive and carefully curated alcohol options at the bar. The service was wonderful and friendly. We thought, oh great, this is going to be our go to place in town, we'll be here frequently! Our next visit was completely different. I called ahead of time to check on availability, mention that we prefer to sit at the bar, and confirm that they do not take reservations at the bar, but that there were tables available. So we had it in. When we arrived, we clearly saw at least four open seats at the bar. But we were informed that those seats were reserved. I mentioned that I had just called to confirm that there were seats available and confirmed that bar seats could not be reserved. Well, that was perplexing. And there was no genuine apology, no mention that they might be sorry about the confusion, let us see what we can do... Ultimately, the hostess, did checked with some folks and found that there was a table that we could have. So we sat down for our meal. The service this night was decidedly different, and we couldn't help feeling like we'd forced our way into a private club that we really weren't welcomed at. That was a few months ago, and we haven't been back since.

Exceptional food, staff attention to detail, owners' hands-on presence, prices spot-on make this…read morespot a great place to enjoy lunch or dinner. Plenty of outside seating & parking next to the golf course.

Good food, Good Service, never overly busy, and the price is reasonable…read more Not a great place for a date night but anything less its a nice spot. Also a good place to watch sports if thats your thing.

I went here with my in laws who love it. I liked the easy large parking lot. The indoor and outdoor…read moreseating options, and the large interior space for dining. Our server was prompt and friendly. We ordered the chicken tenders with a garlic Parmesan type of batter which was delicious! We also had potato skins which were also very yummy! For my meal, I loved the steak flatbread I got the cream, steak, and veggies were just delicious! My father in law got a delicious looking bowl with rice, chicken, vegetables- it looked healthy and yummy. My mother in law got a sandwich she said was very good. I'd definitely come back because the menu was large and I really liked what I had so I suspect I would like something else as well.

Fairly solid place for lunch and a beer, although one of our bottom fill glasses leaked quite a bit…read moreuntil replaced and they mearly re-pored into a new glass... could a should done better on that! Not a fan of these glasses even as I understand the "theoretical advanatages" but I miss the artistry of a good pour and also question the cleanliness of them! My wife had the house burger and it was a hit. I had the Ruben and it was fair at best. Service was prompt and courteous but by no means warm and "Friendly"

We are new to the area, we found this place when searching for local restaurants. It's what I…read morewould deem a hole in the wall, (only because it is not a large venue) but it has excellent service and great food. We started with some cocktails and the cheese curds, for Andres we had the Smashburger and an order of duck tacos. We do come toting along with a six-year-old so with a lack of a kids menu or a simpler eats, we went with the cheese flatbread (note to anybody reading it comes without sauce. It is literally cheese on a flatbread). We can't fall places for not being kid friendly, but it would've been awesome to have even just a grilled cheese option, but that's our problem for another day. Sadly, it will limit when we can plan our future visit visits. The service was great, friendly and attentive, in the ambience, cozy and warm. I travel quite a bit and my husband did deem this a place that "I could come and sit at the bar when I'm by myself " So personally, the only thing I would say is they could use a few more smaller plates that could thicken as child, friendly entrées... or just add a tad bit more options into the mix.

I'd rate Townhall four and a half stars…read more Great gastropub. Solid selection of whiskeys and beers. Beers focus on local craft options. I had a few Helles lagers from Moat Mountain. Very approachable menu with a few sections but a handful of options in each section. From the starters section, we shared the duck wings and the fried cheese curds. Surprisingly, a lot of duck featured on the menu. Not something I typically see at a casual taphouse. Duck wings were great. Ultra crispy and card with mandarin wedges for a perfect compliment. The fried cheese curds came out piping hot. Some of them seemed to pop and the cheese oozed out leaving some hollow curds. The ones that maintained their integrity and contained the cheese were superb. We shared the Korean fried chicken sandwich as our main. Super crispy and vinegar forward. Came with spiraled potato wedges which was an ideal accompaniment for a few beers. Service was quick and accommodating. Food came out quickly too. A couple TVs to catch an event. Great spot!

Updated review - menu has gotten even better with wide selection of Pho, Ramen, and specials like…read morethe duck leg noodle soup. Kitchen was slower this time; unsure if that was just on this night or more common now, but if you're not in a rush the food, atmosphere, and price are all worth it.

Rock solid Asian food for Sunday lunch! The pan fried Gyoza were crisp and light and delicious. The…read moreAhi Tuna "pizza" was great and tasty. The Summer rolls were good - I wish the peanut sauce was more "dippable" but they were good. Daughter had a bowl of Pho which was huge and delicious. Wife had a lovely Mango salad with chicken (wish the veggies were sliced more finely but tasted great). I had a Caesar salad which I felt was over dressed. Overall my take is the Asian / Vietnamese food is amazing at solid prices with good service.

Cool place! Local pub with pool table, ping pong, cheap drinks and Touch Tunes. What more could you…read morewant??.

It is a really nice dive in bar to hangout till quite late at night. Both bartender and the guy at…read morethe food counter were very nice to us. They accommodated our late night, close to the kitchen closing time, order. You can play darts, pool etc. We were here for happy hour earlier that night. Keene has a small downtown and there are not many places that serve vegetarian food, or have anything vegetarian on the menu at all. This place had a decent number of vegetarian appetizers at a really good price during happy hour. Interiors are also quite intriguing. Since I've never been to Britain, I could only guess interiors are similar to an original British pub interiors?