Captain Jack&#x27;s Roadside Shack

The food is always so fresh! The service is second to none. This is a grab and go kind of place so…read moreyou order what you'd like from the counter and take it home to cook it. I've never seen ready - cooked seafood served there, which is good because I like to cook it the way I want it.

Excellent value, quality and service. It's a quirky atmosphere and if you like authentic…read morefishmongers , this is the place.

Notch 8 Grille

4.1(77 reviews)

2.9 mi

One of my favorite spots in town. If going solo, I sit at the bar. Sam and Joe are both great…read morebartenders. If bringing friends, try the dining room. I've tried the seasonal cocktails in 3 seasons and so far, always great. Re: food - my favorites are the Waygu burger at the bar, and the seared scallops over risotto. The asparagus appetizer is also good. Only food that I've not enjoyed is the creme brûlée. Felt like it came from GFS and was just carmelized on site. Two thumbs down on that one. Everything else has been great.

Everyone's food was delicious, drinks were good and service was great! Our server was super patient…read morewith our requests and they were so accommodating. Loved the bone in chicken, huge pork chop and filet. Will definitely be back when visiting again!

Chef attended omelet station

Lobster tail

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Unique upscale restaurant in a unique historic building

Smithsonian Chowder House

4.1(153 reviews)

5.7 mi

The popper was a unique pasty - Somewhat eggy, more firm than flakey, good crunch on the outside…read more The seafood chowder was definitely on point. The best I've had. Plenty of big chunks and big flavor. Staff were friendly and the inside seating was nice and cozy, perfect on a cold winter night. There is plenty of enclosed outdoor seating as well.

Solid food. Always tough finding keto. The wings did have a light coating so not zero carb, but…read morenot too bad to throw me out of wack. Followed it up with the chicken salad. Orders online and it was ready when i got there - perfect for work lunch.

Chicken wings with cajun rub.

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Paul & Elizabeth's

4.0(374 reviews)

2.7 mi

Came here when I was in the area. Came for lunch specifically. I was surprised that this place was…read morerated so highly, i was almost worried that it was finer dining than i would be allowed into, since i was wearing shorts and flip flops. however, that didn't turn out to be the case they have a fairly standard menu of a smaller cafe. i opted for the fish and chips. i was surprised at how fast the food came out. the food tasted pretty good itself, and the price i felt was reasonable overall, would come back

This is our favorite restaurant in town. The menu isn't flashy but the whole experience is warm and…read morefriendly and healthy, like eating well in your own house. The Big Salad? I think it's called a kale salad but we get it with romaine, and it is amazingly huge and chocked with delicious bits like house-made gravlax and polenta croutons for frankly too little money. Shrimp tempura? Awesome. The fish is always fresh and excellent, there are a ton of options for vegetarians, the pie, the Indian Pudding, the servers are smart and nice. It's just a nice, chill place to get a great meal that's good for you too, and what's better in life than that?

Interior

Seitan and Udon. Amazing!

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Have a swim or two ! Only regret not getting my second one !

Gombo Nola Kitchen & Oyster Bar

4.0(69 reviews)

2.7 mi

So delicious!!! Been here twice now, first time only for drinks, second time for the prix fixe…read moreValentine's Day night dinner. $125 for couples for SO much food. And it was all so incredibly delicious. Props to the chef, hands down. I opted for the high tops when making the 8:00P reservation and it was still busy at that time which was great for them. I do wish I'd have known the size of their high top as I might have chosen a different table but it was still great. Our server was very nice, I wish I remembered her name! The food again, was so delicious. I think my favorite dishes were the grilled miso scallops and definitely the bananas foster crème brûlée.

I've been wanting to try this place for a while, and as someone who loves oysters, that was enough…read moreto get me in the door. I went with my best friend for lunch. We got there around 1:40 p.m. and they closed at 2, so my friend was a little worried, but we were still welcomed and the staff was very friendly. It's a small place, but I actually liked that it felt cozy. We ordered 12 oysters, two orders of gumbo, a kale Caesar salad, the catfish special to split, and a bourbon-based drink. The oysters were $2 each, which I thought was a pretty good deal. The gumbo was really, really good. It came out a little lukewarm, but the flavor was absolutely there 10/10. The oysters were fresh and also 10/10. The bourbon drink was another standout. The presentation was beautiful, the little flower was such a nice touch, and it tasted just as good as it looked. The kale Caesar was where things dipped a little. It was pretty dry, so we asked for extra dressing, but the dressing didn't really add much flavor. When our waitress checked in, we were honest and said it just wasn't our favorite. I hate sending food back or complaining. I'll usually just stop eating it but she was so kind and apologetic. What really stood out was how they handled it. They told us they were taking the salad off the bill, which they absolutely did not have to do. We had planned to just take the one we had already eaten from home and fix it ourselves, but one of the staff members made us a completely new salad to go. She even massaged the kale so it was actually tender and enjoyable. That was such a thoughtful touch. The catfish was a hit for my friend. It wasn't my favorite, but I still ate it. Overall, I would definitely come back. Next time I'd probably keep it simple; oysters, gumbo, and a drink and I'd be happy. The service was phenomenal, and honestly, service really makes a place. Feeling welcomed and comfortable matters, and this place absolutely gave that.

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Chicken & Sweet Potato Waffles

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Shrimp Po Boy

Scotti's

4.1(42 reviews)

4.7 mi

Scotti's is BACK. After a two year slump, new owners have revitalized Scotti's. We shared a Rueben,…read moreorder of onion rings and two drinks. Then we had hard ice cream there for desert. The corned beef was juicy and delicious, ample meat, sauerkraut and thousand island dressing on marbled bread. Onion rings were hot and delicious. The ice cream is from Maple Valley Farms in Hadley which is our favorite. We enjoyed coffee oreo and moose tracks. They will be open through October and into November if the weather holds out.

Our smash burgers were as close to perfection as we've ever had. Delicious! Fries were hot, crisp,…read more and not fussy. Pleasant counter service and food came out quickly even though it was busy. A real win and we will enjoy returning.

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Homestead

4.1(168 reviews)

2.8 mi

I'm being generous with three stars because I want them to succeed in this spot where Ibiza and 7…read moreStrong have failed. Our experience here recently, was however, not up to snuff. The three of us were seated an uncomfortably narrow small table. The restaurant means to sit 4 at these tables but they are really meant for two people. The folly of this size table was evident as soon as the food arrived. Homestead's menu is heavy on small plates and we ordered one starter, 5 small plates and one pasta between the three of us. The larger plate menu (meant for 2) has only four items..a chicken, a fish, a meat, a vegetarian. They were out of the fish. All of the dishes basically arrived simultaneously. There was no room on the small table for all of the dishes. Kind of ridiculous to try and maneuver. So we hurriedly finished off a couple of dishes so the server could make room for the dishes in her hand. I can't imagine if we had four people at the table and they tried to fit 8 dishes on the table. They really need to time the arrival of the dishes so that we can enjoy and leisurely eat..not rush through them to make room for the more on the server and chef's schedule. The food? The ratatouille was delicious as was the Caesar salad. The arugula salad was fresh and satisfying. The salmon crudo was small, expensive and kinda weird. The butternut cavatelli with lemon and chicken was a wee tiny portion for $17 that was gloppy and without the advertised crispy skin. The $15 octopus was one tentacle in a spicy mush mosh. The charred shisito pepper starter was undercooked and came without the advertised sea salt. No bread offered. The wine list was really nice and fairly priced. The house wine was tasty at $5.50 a glass. All in all, disappointing but promising. The small plate emphasis will cause bigger than anticipated tabs. They really have to think about the size, comfort, and utility of those narrow rustic tables. And they need to stagger the arrival of the food so that customers are not rushed through their meals with all the dishes crammed on the table at once. Some nice traditional plates of food for one person (not everyone loves the sharing schtick) priced from $18-26 would be great. Homestead has promise but right now the attitude, and narrative outweigh the product and experience.

Our first time in Northampton and our server Sammie gave excellent recommendations. We had a window…read moreseat so we could people watch which made for a great evening and the food was amazing. I can't remember which pasta I had but don't let the green color fool you. The rigatoni and focaccia with drinks were also excellent.

House Salad

Nice presentation

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Classic old fashioned with the one big ice cube, delightful

Williamsburg Snack Bar

4.3(101 reviews)

6.8 mi

This was a lot better than I expected . We have stayed at the DAR multiple times but never stoped…read morehere. I missed something. It is a simple place clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful . A little distracted at times but they always came around. I had the fish fillet sandwich. It was nicely fried and generous. The tarter source was above average with a pronounced pickle flavor. The fries were crispy and good. My wife had the grilled cheese which was a simple grilled tasty bread with a generous filling of cheese. Just as simple grilled cheese should be. No embellishments. Just cheese, bread and butter. Thank you. Coleslaw was decent . All in all pleased. Simple place, simple meal but done well. Sometimes that is just what you need..

This is an unassuming spot but has a cute vibe and good food! Their coffee cake muffin was…read moredelicious. Moist and cakey. Eggs were perfect and fluffy. I heard they also have good lobster rolls and seafood but we didn't try that. Coffee was great. Ambiance is cozy and nice. Servers are extremely friendly and accommodating. Great service. Good prices too.

This is the dining room

Coffee cake muffin

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This is the breakfast item called . THE JETTY

UYA Restaurant

4.6(57 reviews)

3.3 mi

3:30 Monday afternoon. Just me. Prompt service, but no rush. You have a choice--poke bowl or sushi…read moreburrito in seaweed--and I chose the latter. "The Vegi" is made with cukes, edamame, seaweed salad, tofu, avo, raw kale, and mango dressing with sesame seeds and rice. It looked and tasted fresh and the balance of flavors was perfect. Authentic unsweetened Japanese green tea in the cooler, too, a refreshing complement. Definitely coming back!

I really like this place and I hope they make it. It's tough in Florence and their location has…read morebeen unlucky. With a build your poke you know you're getting lots of flavors for a $12 lunch and a healthy balanced meal. All you need is fresh good ingredients and a good sauce, and I think they have both. Place is nearly empty, help them out! Basically a hole in the wall but ok for eat-in and great for takeout.

California sushi burrito

Bubble Tea Original Milk Tea, Taro Milk Tea, Mango Milk Tea, Honeydew Milk Tea, Coconut Milk Tea, Thai Milk Tea, Lychee Milk Tea.

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Woodstar Cafe

4.1(273 reviews)

2.6 mi

5 stars for food and drink. 2 stars for make counter order taker that lacked patience and…read morehospitality. My food was a banger! So good and fresh and so wholesome. Pricey but worth it !

Loved it! We a lovely soup and sandwich for lunch. Went back…read morelater for sweets for the ride home. Cute and cozy place. Very busy. Will go back

Menu

Pb chip cookie and magic bar. Both excellent and big enough to share.

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The scene as you walk into Woodstar

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George C.

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63

4

3 years ago

Food is mostly very good. Excellent fried clams. Not very good lobster rolls. They must buy factory processed lobster because the flesh tastes like freshwater. Scottis in Leeds has much better lobster rolls and Almost anywhere really has a superior lobster roll. The big problem with this place is that the owner doesn't understand customer service. I bought $40 for lunch for two. I asked for two tap waters. The employee said they aren't allowed to do that-- yet-- when you go to pay the smallest amount the screen requests for a tip is 15%. So that would be $6 for a roadside shack that won't give you a water, doesn't bring food to your table and doesn't bus your table. The owner is having you subsidize their employees. Typical poor New England service. I guess that's part of the charm. A place that refuses to give you a water but requests a 15,20 or 25% tip for no service-- is pretty lame. Still, food is good. Ambiance is good to. Nice outdoor sitting area and you can go shopping at River Valley at the same time. read more

Valerie M.

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5

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7 years ago

The food here is amazing!! I finally went with friends as it was a gorgeous day and it looked like fun to eat outside. Not planned. Their onion rings would give Liam's on Nauset (before it's sad demise) some serious competition-spectacular! I had the fish sandwich and my friends had chicken with fries. The fries were awesome! My fish was very tender with a crispy coating....super good. I couldn't finish and took the rest home. Even if it seems a little pricey, the portions are really generous so it evens out. I would stop just for the onion rings! The staff were all seeming to have fun/really helpful and it was clean and tidy behind the counter. read more

Peter S.

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3

0

16 years ago

I ordered a cheeseburger, fries and a bratwurst sandwich. LOVED the cheeseburger.. Loved the handcut real fries. Loved the bratwurst but not the roll it was served on.. But all of this was priced very reasonably. I highly recommend this place and I'm sure it will get better as the weather improves. read more

Yuni F.

6

161

483

3 years ago

You wish you could order a lobster roll like the one served at Captain Jack's in your neighborhood but you can't! You just can't. Go to Easthampton and thank me later. read more

Derek M.

19

3

13

3 years ago

Great food................................................. . ... ................................ read more

Mike B.

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4

0

4 years ago

This is one of my favorite places for seafood. Love the roadside feel and outdoor dining

Gerald L.

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2

0

5 years ago

always good quality everything best seafood away from the sea

Nicole B.

155

21

0

9 years ago

Best lobster roll around! Love love love this place

Jim L.

30

16

5

14 years ago

Excellent food! It's also BYOB.

Captain Jack's Roadside Shack - seafood - Updated October 2026

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