Once again, we had the best family Christmas celebration at the Horseshoe Pub (12/21/25)…read more The service (thank you Stefanie & Tracy) was excellent; food was delicious and atmosphere perfect. Thanks again for always accommodating our family time together! The Tinglof's :)

Great place to kick back with a beer. Food is good. Typical pub atmosphere. It gets loud! Steak…read moreBomb cooked perfectly. Had to send my Rueben back because it's not a Rueben without sauerkraut. Our server said the kitchen keeps making the same mistake. Does no one eat Reubens anymore? Server took it back, they slapped some sauerkraut on it and sent it back to me. Kind of was expecting a new sandwich. A little disappointed there.

WOW! What a lovely surprise. My husband and I were just out driving around our old home town of…read moreHudson, MA and thought we'd grab a bite. Finnegans didn't look as busy as some of the eateries on Main Street so we thought cautiously we'd give it a try, knowing all the while that if its not busy it's usually a good sign to stay away. We walked into a warm and casual dining room that offered a bar in the main room with locals casually chatting over a few drinks. The bar clientele were not disruptive to our dining experience whatsoever. The service was fast and friendly and the menu had a nice varied menu of good old American food. Burgers, Fries, Fish, Chicken and Beef. I ordered the sirloin tips and my husband ordered the Fish and Chips. In what was a comfortable amount of time our food came to the table piping hot and absolutely delicious. The haddock was light, flaky and obviously fresh covered with a light breading that was perfectly season. The fries were hot and perfectly deep fried. My sirloin tips were exceptional, perfectly charred on the outside and a beef eaters delightful rare to medium rare inside. Marinated perfectly not overstated but just enough to enhance the delicious and tender tips. Not served with gravy or a mushy sauce of peppers and onions or whatever just perfectly cooked beef tips. I think they surely gave the nearby Wildwood Steakhouse a run for the money. My mashed potatoes were piping hot, lightly seasoned and tasted like home made with a home made texture and a few lumps. The veggies were fresh, perfectly cooked al dente' and I smiled as the chef Tom, peeked out the door to give and get a grateful thumbs up. A very pleasant evening out in a pub that certainly does not get enough raves about its fast and friendly service, and truly great food. One note, if its shift change time you might want to make sure that its your waitress that gets her tip before she leaves. Thanks Tom, we will be back.

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 *

Classy brewery with wide variety of beers, some are poured, not on tap so can't taste. Get a taste…read moreof the others because some have a unique flavor profile. The dark sour has a 'creme' after taste. The award winning Duchovini tastes just like Pilsner Urechel . Full food menu, with a mexi twist. Tots and classic bar food too. Live music... Great jazz jam session on Sunday. Table service, but can get backed up so just go to the bar and add to the tab.

Went here for dinner last night, this place is excellent! Very spacious, bar side and a dining side…read more- many places to sit. The live music was great as well. Our server was quick and attentive. The drinks were great! We are not beer people, but we both found something on the menu that we liked - bf got the margarita and I got the cosmo - both were pretty good! They do not have liquor due to them being a brewery fyi. The food..... DELICIOUS!! We got the beef nachos, the beef was excellent and the chips were nice and crispy. The smash burger was juicy and flavorful, and I loved the big thick cut steak fries! The chicken taco was great as well! The standout for us was the churros. They were perfection, crispy on the outside warm and gooey on the inside. We will definitely be back!

We just spent an hour in Cabela's and wanted a place to relax and have a drink and a snack. We…read morestumbled upon PJ's and wow! We saw pictures on yelp about their different flavors of margaritas. The passionfruit margaritas were amazing! Paige was the bartender and she is top notch. She was super friendly, helpful and was genuinely happy we were here. You don't usually find that in a neighborhood bar. They had a great brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays. We'll be back to try the smash burger. For now the homemade fried pickles were so good! The cowboy butter ranch put it over the edge. We'll be back!

Visited last night, sat at the bar. Place was dead. Bartender ignored me even after I said "excuse…read moreme" to try and get her attention (which she gave to all the other townies there). Meanwhile she's restocking bottles and breaking down boxes, while the other dude behind the bar (gusssing the cook?) was absobed in his phone. After no service for ten minutes, I left. I will not be returning.

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

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.

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.

Definitely a local vibe for this micro brewery. There was a 60th birthday party going on in the…read moreback, which brought a lot of families. They were ready. Games are abundant. Good variety of beer & seltzers. My group had Bada Bing an Italian Pilsner, Raspberry Beret a fruited hefeweizen, Clove Me Maybe another hefeweizen, This Smells Expensive NZ IPA and I had the Shamrock & Roll Irish Red... Loved it. $8 A pour, offers tastes Counter service. Food truck.

Clover Road BBQ is super fun! My girlfriend and I hiked out there from Saugus and it was worth the…read moretrip! The beer was great and the vibe was awesome! All the employees were really friendly and helpful! We will definitely be back! There are so many kids there, people that go there must be the most potent people in Central Massachusetts!!!

Went with some friends. The fried seafood platter was amazing. Nice selection of wine and beer…read more The service was really good. Good vibe in the tavern where we sat. I noticed lots of people chatting around the bar.

Big fan of this spot! It has a super homey feel, kind service, and is a big hidden gem when it…read morecomes to food. Everything I've tried is so tasty and comforting! Typically, the wait for your meal is pretty long, though, even when it's not super busy. But tbh it kinda adds to the familial vibe giving you a chance to sit and talk at the table. They also have a really nice patio that overlooks a lake. So nice in the summer time!! Def give this place a try!

We're here for our second time now. The first time was amazing and we couldn't resist (even though…read morewe're new to the area so feel like we should always try new places). The food is delicious, the service excellent, and the vibe... so inviting. Kith and Kin really is the perfect name (yes of course I had to look up "kith" though!). Sitting at the bar today and the bartender is really nice too. Local ingredients are key! A few years in and this is still one of our favorite spots for breakfast and lunch. Creative dishes, fresh ingredients, a WALL of hot sauces!

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.

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...