Fantastic burgers…read more Very large burgers. You definitely get your money's worth. I got a burger, fry, and drink combo with 15% tip for $24....! Nice eating area. Owners are nice.

You know what came up when I Googled "veggie burger in Hudson"?…read more Gauchao Burgers. A Brazilian burger place where their burgers are the size of Trump's ego, and the toppings are so messy you legit need to eat it in a bathtub. The last time I had one of these incredible concoctions, my deck looked like the buffet station after a wedding. I HIGHLY doubted that a place which prided itself on beef, layered with beef, with 20 slabs of bacon on top was going to actually offer veggie burgers...but they did! And I was dying to see what the Brazilian burger version of a veggie burger might be. $18 for a veggie burger with no sides (before tip) felt a little steep, until I lifted the bag and almost gave myself tendonitis. This thing was DENSE. The woman asked me if I wanted an extra side of "green sauce." I had no idea what it was, but I'm all about weird sauces so I nodded yes. I got home, and opened it up. The roll for this thing was massive, and lightly sweet. It was sloppy, in the best way: covered in that green sauce, with tons of cheese, a whole tomato, and raw onion. The veggie patty itself was huge, made from scratch, filled with carrots and peas. I don't normally love veggie burgers where you can see all the ingredients, but this one was REALLY good. It was also...almost an afterthought. Remember back in the day, when Burger King offered "veggie Whoppers"? And really, it was just a Whopper without the burger, but with all the other ingredients aside from that? This was kind of like that: the sweet bread, delicious cheese, and incredible sauce tasted so great together, you didn't really care about the actual burger. I would absolutely go back for another one of these, and if my gallbladder could still handle a giant burger without retribution? I'd be there all the time. For you burger lovers: this place is a must-go. Even if you're not a beef fan, their chicken sandwiches are next level. Gauchao is tucked away on a side street filled with triple deckers, a total hidden gem. You'll never simply stumble upon it, even though it's only 4 minutes from Hudson center. Go. You won't regret it.

We had a great experience tonight! The spicy tequila drink…read moreon the menu is delicious. Pepperoni pizza was excellent, sticky boneless wings were perfect, but the standout was the caesar pita. WOW. absolutely excellent, this should be a highlighted menu item. We were blown away by how good it was! Our server Josh was great, very attentive and insightful! Always a great chill vibe with the low lighting, and love the visible pizza oven. One of our favorite spots in Hudson! We will definitely be back.

This place is very good and always crazy busy. Often a wait…read moreeven for lunch but it's worth it. Service is on point and the food never disappoints. Get a pizza and an app and enjoy.

I went to Hudson for lunch with my sisters to celebrate a birthday!…read moreRenee was our server and she was extremely pleasant and attentive! We all loved our meals and they gave us a delicious chocolate cake for her birthday! This place is always consistently good and delicious!

Food was okay, but I felt overpriced. The service felt rushed. The bigger issue was more with the…read moreseating- they squish you in like sardines!

Food was pretty good, kind of a cool experience but service was a bit slow. Very nice so no…read morecomplaints like that just very attentive at first then kind left waiting after awhile. Never know could of been short staffed or just an off night, The ice cream next door though is fantastic and worth every penny even though it can be packed

Didn't eat but menu items didn't look appetizing at all …read more Had drinks that were weak and service was cold especially when we said we didn't want food . Practically pushed us out the door . The ice cream place is better!

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.

I hate to say that this place has really gone downhill. Food is just not as good as it used to be…read more The lighting in the dining area is awful - you feel like you're under a spotlight in the booths. I do, however, still love the spicy chicken Raman soup.

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!

Breaded haddock is usually nothing I go bragging about, but this place had the best I've ever hadread more

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 *

Everything from the cocktails to the food is amazing! 10/10 always, Carl is quite the cook! And…read moreAbby, Allison and Mark on the bar make delicious cocktails, can't stop recommending this place to everyone I know!!

Food here is always top notch! Personally I love their brunch and eating it out side on their…read morepatio. Would highly recommend

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...

Had a solid bacon cheeseburger and fries here. Beef was good quality. The staff at the register was…read morepatient with my family and I ordering as it was our first time to this franchise. Would recommend for a quick bite to eat.

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.