Clean open plan inside and overall situated in a cute neighborhood across from Rail Trail which was…read morealso another great spot. The staff were really busy but still super friendly. I was able to sample a couple of flavors to decide on my ice cream. I tried tres leches, blueberry cheesecake, and pineapple upside cake. They were all good and I ended up being in a fruity mood so got the two latter flavors. The blueberry cheesecake was nice and creamy and the pineapple upside down cake ended up not as overly sweet as I thought it would be. It was just right for me. I would definitely come back here again and recommend folks come check it out. Lots of fun flavors as well as some classics. The staff was very efficient and friendly and I feel like that always helps elevate the experience and the taste of the food somehow.

Stopped here for a treat after dinner. This shop offers homemade ice cream. I got the cookie dough…read moreand it was spectacular, the vanilla was super sweet and creamy and the cookie dough tasted homemade. We went late at night and it was still fresh tasting. Plenty of seating indoor and out and it's right in downtown Hudson so you could walk around. They also have a speakeasy here that my friends and I would love to visit.

The only real bad thing is now is that they're really only open for ice cream. They used to be a…read morefull like Farm stand with the barbecues in strawberry festivals and blueberry festivals and pick your own apples and stuff and now they just have ice cream. It was kind of letdown going actually really thought I'd find everything else but I didn't but it was OK. Ice cream was a little bit pricey I probably don't think I'll go again only because of the prices and stuff. The people were very friendly still, but I just missed the other stuff although barbecues and things.

Came here on a Friday night in the fall for some ice cream and absolutely loved it. First off, this…read morefarm is absolutely adorable. It's a very cute and cozy small place that makes you feel very welcome. There was one lady working there and she was SO nice and happy to assist us. The ice cream was great, not a ton of flavors but there is still something for everyone. I can't wait to come back for some pumpkins and donuts!

Having mixed feelings about this one. While we absolutely love the sister restaurant, this one…read moredidn't wow us as much. That being said, we still had a pleasant dinner and enjoyed our meal but I don't think we will be itching to return. The standout being the french fries-- tossed in a delicious truffle butter. We both enjoyed the ny strip-- I found it odd that you couldn't order it cooked to your liking. We had asked for our steak cooked medium and they "can only do medium rare" per the servers words. That felt a bit odd-- I cannot not understand the reasoning why. The flavor on the steak was delicious, the cream sauce outstanding, and the greens were a nice touch. I would not recommend the cacio de pepe -- that didn't feel like an authentic pasta rather overcooked mac and cheese. It was not what we were expecting. The other thing that fell a bit short was the service. Completely different than their sister rail trail, the service was cold. It felt as if we were a bother. Our dining experience was less than an hour, it was prompt service. Ambiance is nice, small seating, dark.

This was a very cool experience. Even if the food and drinks weren't as good as they were this…read morewould be a fun experience. You arrive through the ice cream shop (I've been to the ice cream shop before and I had no idea that this was here) and you go to the back to an unmarked door by the restrooms. You flip the switch and the doorkeeper checks your id and you wait until there is a table. Once you go in, it is a small restaurant/bar. The focus is definitely on the alcohol. There are several interesting cocktails to try. I had the martini. It was served in a flask on ice. It was strong. My friend tried the Manhattan and she was very pleased by the flavor. We had the burger and shared the fries. Those were good but not the best I've ever had. But the concept of the fries was very good. My friends got the salmon dip and that was exciting. The deserts are mostly spiked too. The service was very good and I will be excited to come back again next time I'm In the area.

Great service and company!!! They really made our birthday party so special! The nostalgic treats…read morebrought back lots of great summer memories!! Will hire again!

amazing workers on the trick especially connor shurling he's the sweetest boy and the best…read moresalesman. All of the kids love him and the ice cream truck is the best part of the day!

Not a huge fan of 'smash' burgers but got a spicy style and enjoyed it. Will try it again when in…read morethe neighborhood.

After being stuck in traffic and seeing a sign for this place we decided to give it a try…read more The staff was patient and friendly as we looked over the menu. They have several different burgers including vegetarian and lettuce bun options. The atmosphere is typical chain but this has a fun twist in signage. Love the industrial look of the wooden tables and chrome chairs. Our burgers were juicy and delicious! Fries were plentiful and crisp! The only complaint was that our daughters burger was a little well done. She ate it but with some argument. Other than that it was an uneventful quick dinner stop in our way to NH.

Back for Seconds: A Review of Checkerboards Restaurant & Bar in Judson, MA…read more​The Verdict: Round two, and I'm still here. That has to count for something, right? ​I returned to Checkerboards recently, mostly to confirm that the deliciousness of my first visit wasn't just a hunger-induced hallucination. I am happy to report that the pizza remains structurally sound and emotionally supportive. ​Here's the breakdown of the second outing: ​The Atmosphere: It has that classic "I'm here to eat 2,000 calories and I don't care who sees me" energy. It's cozy, it's bustling, and the checkered decor is still successfully keeping me from forgetting the name of the establishment. ​The Food: I dove into the pizza again because I'm a creature of habit and change scares me. The crust had that perfect "crunch-to-chew" ratio that scientists should really be studying more closely. It's the kind of pizza that makes you consider ordering a second one just to have as a pillow for the inevitable food coma. ​The Service: The staff is impressively fast. I'm convinced they have a psychic link with the kitchen. My drink arrived before I even fully realized I was thirsty, which is either great service or light sorcery. ​The "Second Visit" Realization: You know a place is good when you spend the entire car ride there debating if you should try something new, only to panic and order exactly what you had last time because the FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out... on that specific sauce) is too real. ​Final Thought: If you see me there a third time, don't be alarmed. Just pass the parmesan and mind your business. ​Rating: 5/5 Stars. I'll be back for round three once my treadmill forgives me.

This was my first trip to Checkerboards. I was very impressed with their HUGE selection of entrees…read moreon the menu! The service was prompt and helpful. The ambiance was ok for a family restaurant. I ordered the nachos and ty hey we're great! Only let down was that they don't have guacamole. My daughter loves their homemade Mac and cheese! We're definitely going back! The prices were all reasonable...

I came here with a friend while visiting home in Boston and really enjoyed it. The neighborhood…read morethat it is in is really cute. The restaurant was also hosting a teacher appreciation event where teachers ate free which I thought was amazing of them even though I'm not a teacher. We had to wait a bit due to the demand that evening but it was not bad to stroll around a bit. They had pretty diverse staff and they were all very friendly and seemed committed to the restaurant and good service. They also seemed to know the menu quite well and proud that the restaurant makes everything from scratch! I got chimmichuri steak flat bread and my friend got a salad. We shared the seasoned fries. I would not think of these flat breads as pizza. Once you've mentally made that jump, the food is really good. I enjoyed it and it was a good amount as well. My friend also ordered food to go for her partner and our server was great to helping us time that order so it was ready for when we were leaving and still hot. Amazing service with great food and cute neighborhood. I think you can get dessert here but there's also a fun micro creamery across the street that was another delicious way to push deeper into food coma for the night!

Came here a few nights ago and everything was exceptional from the pizza to the service. Our server…read moreFelipe I believe was super kind and attentive We got the chicken bacon ranch which is apart from any other CBR pizza as the chicken they use is fried so good! Place is pretty busy but spacious so it accommodates well

Decided to try Finnegan's Pub food now that the ownership changed. I love our local places but…read morethree items were.. Trash. Really wanted to be happy. Including pictures. * Ordered loaded onion rings - 5 jalapenos on top with a few bacon bits? * Ordered kids fish and chips for son - came out as chicken fingers. * Coleslaw that came with the "fish and chips" was rancid. Wife luckily took a bite and spit it out before my son did. I took a whiff of it. Beyond spoiled. I dont mind food tasting different for everyone, that's the fun of trying. But I draw the line at serving rotten food. Drinks are pretty good though! *Update I'll try again in a year. And no, didn't talk to the manager, this was takeout I ordered for the family. I have two kids, and my routine is down to the minute until bedtime *

This was our first visit. It's a small pub in Hudson. There're seat-yourself benches, high-top…read moretables, a bar, & 2 coin-op pool tables. The atmosphere is nice and clean, comparable to your average pub. It's a little echoey, but that's typical of this type of setting. Our total (pre-tax, pre-tip) bill was $44.50. This was fair for our order of: * Hendrick's & tonic * Margarita (watermelon) * Nachos w/ grilled chicken * Finn's burger Adult Beverages: The Gin & Tonic wasn't too bad. The watermelon margarita was a bit strong and tart. Food: I felt the nachos were your average, pub-style nachos. Not too bad, but nothing great. I'd order them again if I were in the area and needed a quick snack. Jennie thought they were lackluster altogether and would not. We both felt the burger was OK, at best. The bun and toppings (LTPO) were all good. The meat was quite reminiscent of a lower-quality, frozen, store-bought patty. It was juicy, but there wasn't any flavor to it. The side of onion rings that came with the burger were quite delicious... the best part of the meal. They were thick cut in a tasty, thinner batter. Service: Our server was also the bartender. She was friendly and attentive. She also took our order, including the changes, from memory. This always impresses me. Overall, it's a decent little local place to stop in for a quick bite, a drink, and maybe shoot some pool, but we won't drive the hour again to make a special trip there. We're giving it 3/5 stars, as that's the average/median on the available scale.

First time having dinner here. Wasn't busy. Two other tables with a couple people each. The…read morewaitress seamed scatter brained. Couldn't remember the one brand on Pinot Grigio the restaurant served. She dropped her pen, then a customers check on the ground and almost dropped another tables meal. I ordered a Caesar Salad with well done Salmon, dressing on the side. When it arrived, the dressing was on the salad, but the salmon was cooked to order. There was an abundance of Parmesan cheese on the salad as well, however it was molded! Needless to say I sent it back untouched and did not order anything else as I was a bit disgusted that the kitchen would even send it out with visible mold! I would not recommend this restaurant and as for myself, I will not be returning.

Service was lovely…read more We took our order to go and they were very friendly while we sat at the bar and waited for our order. The food was lackluster. I expected so much more given the price point. The mushroom risotto was basically flavorless rice. The shrimp curry noodles was more of a soup... with whole shrimp tails floating in the orange liquid. Bummer.

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE this place !! Food was FANTASTIC !!…read moreGreat Service and Atmosphere !! I got a GIGANTIC Chimichanga here a couple of times. It was Phenomenal and MASSIVE !! I had to bring half of it home !! BTW, If you're like me and you enjoy things VERY SPICY...just ask for their HOMEMADE HOT Sauce !! IT WAS VERY SPICY but with a Fabulous combination of Flavors !!

Tequilas has an impressive lineup of margaritas, complimentary chips with a trio of flavorful…read moresalsas, and creative bites like Mexican sushi! It's a fun spot to visit for the vibes, some margs and an app or two!