We visited for an early dinner on a Friday at 5 PM, and the experience was a mixed bag. The three of us--myself, my wife, and my mother-in-law--were seated promptly, which was a nice start. Our waitress was attentive and friendly, making sure we felt welcome throughout our meal. We kicked things off with calamari and bruschetta as appetizers. The calamari was fresh, but it could have used a bit more seasoning to elevate its flavor. As for the bruschetta, it had an unusual sour note that was quite unexpected and not at all what we've experienced before. My mother-in-law opted for the clam chowder, but unfortunately, she found it lacking and described it as terrible. On a brighter note, my wife ordered the chicken Alfredo and absolutely loved it. I chose the spaghetti and meatballs, and I was pleasantly surprised by the rich flavor of the meatballs, which redeemed the meal somewhat. Overall, I have to deduct two stars due to the disappointing appetizers and the clam chowder. While we appreciated the service, I don't think we'll be returning anytime soon. read more

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We visited Emma's for an early dinner. Our party of 4 was greeted warmly and seated immediately. Our server was attentive, took our drink orders and brought warm bread, butter, and dipping oil to our table. The menu had so many great options - we decided to get a pizza, a pasta, and an entree to share between the four of us. For pizza, we ordered Donna's Favorite, and added crispy chicken. We all loved it and I especially loved the crispy prosciutto. Our entree was chicken piccata, and the capers and lemon in the sauce were excellent. We ordered the penne with vodka sauce, and again, the prosciutto was amazing! Portions were great and the three items we ordered were plenty for the four of us, and we even had leftovers for lunch. Wish we had saved room for dessert - next time! read more

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Love his place! We've been several times and whether we choose a special or from the regular menu, we are never disappointed. Particularly fond of the hot and dirty martini! read more

Had an ok meal here. We've heard a lot of ranting and raving about Emma's lately and stopped in with family on a Monday night. Everything tasted pretty average... not sure if it could have been an off night. I ordered the pasta dish with a white sauce, arrived with red sauce and was too complicated to send back since we were one of the last tables left. Our waitress was very nice. read more

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Friday evening of a holiday weekend and got the last table! How lucky! Fantastic service despite the crowd (and a line behind us). Our server insisted we try the fresh bread and dipping oil -- yum. Shared the eggplant rolatini appetizer, big enough for two! So tasty and fresh, with that home made look, could have used a bit more oregano but we loved it. Shared the Donna Pizza, superb and rtisanal with an interesting combination of veggies -- the spinach on top so flavorful, not overcooked or watery! Sharing meant we were the only diners without a doggie bag, which was fine with us as we live an hour away. So glad we discovered this out of the way place! read more

Emma's Everyday Gourmet - Can't you taste the delicious flavors from this shot? - Italian Near Me - Westfield, Massachusetts

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Wow! Pasta and sauce combinations are plentiful and all delicious. Portions are exceptional so come hungry. Really enjoyed the pasta for two with your choice of side, best value for your money. Service was prompt and attentive throughout. We were visiting our daughter who is attending WSU and wanted to treat her to a nice meal and stumbled across Emma's. May have to visit our daughter more often as an excuse to go back to Emma's. read more

In my opinion, Emma's is one of the best restaurants in the area. Everything is delicious made with quality ingredients. Can be very busy and sometimes parking is not easy to get a spot. read more

Always top notch service and the food is second to none, the Waite staff is very professional and courteous, great food great drinks, and great service! read more

The food was at most average. The Caesar salad was not very good. My shrimp Fra Diavolo had a nice spice to it but was covered with capers which don't belong in that dish. The service was top notch, very nice and attentive waitress. Will not be returning. read more

Food and food service went much better than expected. Everything especially the specials were amazing. I would strongly recommend going there. read more

Over the years, Emma's has turned into a weekly spot for us. The atmosphere is cozy, personable, and the staff always makes you feel like family. The food is always fantastic, with reasonable pricing and generous portions. Emma, the owner herself, is present and hands on, always ensuring a good customer experience. Whatever you could possibly need, the staff is able and willing to accommodate. Robin & Lauren are some of the best bartenders in town, always making sure your cocktails are up to expectation. If you need a recommendation for a pairing, they'll deliver. We'll keep coming to Emma's time and time again because of the way they treat their guests. It's a small town feel, with quality Italian food to match. If you're looking for a quality date night, look no further. read more

On 9/24/24, my husband and son went to Emma's for dinner. They were seated by the wait staff, but were subsequently asked by a waitress, who was their own, to move their seats, as she was expecting a couple who always sat at the table they were occupying. This infuriated my son, as his father is handicapped, and has mobility issues. In his father's defense, he did not move. The whole incident was very upsetting to my family, and soured their dining experience. They would have been happier if they had left. Kindness goes a long way. P.S. There were many tables available at the time of their seating as the restaurant was only 1/3 full. Angela C read more

2 years ago. What a great find, actually here on a recommendation from work acquaintance. Had the haddock piccata, which was very tastefully prepared, with a side of green beans and red potatoes. Thanks Donna, Suzie, Mark and Debbie. Happy Birthday to Debbie 8/19/24 Somewhat of a let down from prior visits. Ordered a glass of wine, pour was about 5 oz. @ $11, that's $55 a bottle for a $40 price they have listed for a Columbia Valley wine that I could probly buy for $20-25;-( Vegetable medley was 80% potatoes and onions with a few slices of carrots and 2 zucchini/squash. Veal Parmesan was good, but heavy breading. Not a $50 experience!! read more

Really warm and inviting staff and good food on our way to Albany NY. Emma's salad, pizza Marguerite and meatballs

I would give ZERO stars if that were an option!! BEWARE- I came in here and while waiting to order, I saw the waitress touch the door and then right after, dip her hand in someone's calamari plate! I walked out immediately. How unhygienic! The craziest part is I love this place, like most other reviewers state in their reviews. It's all good when you don't know what goes on behind the scenes. Definitely not the most sanitary place. read more

Very nice Italian restaurant in a good area. A lot of different choices available along with daily specials! Very good pizza and are cool with customizations with the menu! read more

Yuck. I'm not a local and thought this place was going to be great because of the reviews. Nooooooo. The bread was too tough, meat was overcooked, and when paying for my takeout order they realized they made the wrong burger and made sure to tell me in hopes I was going to say oh it's fine I'll take that! After already waiting 45 minutes read more

The food is very good, but last night there was a group of 10 of us. We had a reservation for 4:30. We were all seated on time. Before we finished eating, they brought us To-Go containers! Within a couple minutes of getting the To-Go containers, the waitress was there with our checks. I asked the table if anyone wanted coffee or dessert since the waitress never asked! We were clearly being rushed out. Most did order coffee. Overall it was not a pleasant experience being made to feel they wanted us out so they could turn the tables. We tried to speak to the manager upon leaving but she was busy. It felt like a high end food experience with a fast food atmosphere. It's a charming little Italian restaurant. It would have been nice to have enjoyed the dining experience read more

Traveling through town and stopped in for dinner. Excellent service! Delicious meal! Great menu choices! Prices were very fair. We will return to and highly recommend this restaurant. You won't be disappointed. read more

The fried mozzarella and marinara sauce are phenomenal!!! The Alfredo could use some more flavor but overall everything is very high quality!! read more

Authentic and fresh food my family goes here at least once a week I love the fact that it is local and family owned and operated. Definitely recommend this place. ! read more

Excellent food and takeout service. Eggplant rolatini grinders, salads and chicken wings are our favorites

Great Italian food! Lively atmosphere and good drinks. Service overall was ok, but our server could have been more attentive.

We have eaten in and had take out from Emma's. From grinders or wings to dinner you can be confident you'll get a very good meal. Highly recommended. read more

Don't let the name deceive you. Arrived at a fully packed, hustling place. Figured maybe they were the only place open Monday possibly. Friendly, energetic staff found 1 table left for us. Wine selection pretty meh but food makes up for it. Tried calamari- amazing taste & not greasy, served with plenty of homemade marinara sauce. Seasoned olive oil with hint of red pepper accompanied the real Italian bread. Amazing entree nenu shows their skills- want francese? Which protein- chicken, salmon, haddock, chicken... went for the saltimbocca (chicken or veal). Served on pasta, your choice of type, or if you like, fresh roasted vegies, homemade soups. On some entrees even do a dinner for two. Some the v er y best Italian food we've had. read more

Never had a bad meal here. Their food is just so delicious. The parking lot is tight and small which is kinda unfortunate on packed nights but it's worth it. From their salad to their pastas to their meat dishes and pizza, everything is top notch. read more

I don't always rank restaurants 5 but the food was amazing. Differently prepared then Texas, when you order chicken or veal Marsala you automatically get mash potatoes under it or ask for pasta. The waitress gave me a laundry list of options that I thought were sides, I mean who puts green string beans as a base. Well since I like them I ordered the string beans and baby that's all I got the veal and string beans. Both were excellent but I quickly realized my mistake and ordered the pasta on the side after my food arrived. Super friendly folks, and very well prepared food. If you're looking for some quick and inexpensive, this ain't it. But worth every bite. read more

I frequent this restaurant often for a reason - the food is exceptional. Unpretentious Italian dishes that never disappoint ... service is always perfect! Great restaurant... read more

Outstanding food and service. Had the eggplant parmigiana ( enough for 2) with the Gorgonzola bread appetizer and everything was perfect. We will definitely be going back for more. It does get a little loud when full but the food is worth it! read more

Amazing food! The food is very consistent and very good eat in or Yake out. I am very impressed with this place and I am usually very fussy.

Good food and service. Environment was nice, family friendly. Good stop as we traveled through.

The food was excellent as was the service! Many selection on the menu and the waitresses were happy to share their picks in each section! I tried the pistachio martini which was delicious! The scallops scampi was served with 8 large scallops! Yummy! Temperature of food was perfect as I had a cold salad & my meal came out steaming hot! Highly recommend! I don't live in the area and picked this restaurant from other reviews and am glad we went there! read more

Excellent food very constant service is excellent and take out is great as well no matter how busy there are the food is excellent never a complaint ! read more

Food and service was great. I was torn between a pasta and steak. Although my pasta was great...the people at the table next to us ordered the steak and it looked amazing!!!! Will definitely be ordering that the next time. read more

We were from out of town and a gentleman we played golf with who was from the local area recommended Emma's. And what a great recommendation it was! The staff seated us right away and was very friendly. Our waitress was awesome and very attentive to our needs. Our entrees were out of this world. I never had a better lasagna in my lifetime! And my husband raved about his chicken parmesan. The portions were very generous. We wish we lived closer (we are over 2 hours away) because we keep talking about our meals and wanting to go there again! Thank you for such an enjoyable meal. And Craig, thanks for the recommendation. Emma's did not disappoint. read more

Emma's Everyday Gourmet is a fabulous little family-style Italian restaurant located a few blocks off of Elm Street along Washington Street in downtown Westfield, MA. The restaurant can be found at one end of a non-descript strip mall, and it doesn't seem to be well-known except by the locals. All that being said, you must give this place a try if you're in the mood for really good Italian food without the corporate chain restaurant hype. Inside the front door you turn left towards the bar area and smaller dining room which is used during lunch. To the right is the larger dining room and group dining areas, which are primarily used in the evenings. My table was located right near a wall map of Italy which had been made from wine corks, and I faced the large bar. I was in a hurry for lunch, and only had time for soup and salad, but have bookmarked this restaurant for one of my return trips to Westfield. Lunch started with a basket of warm, homemade bread, and a small dish of olive oil and herbs for dipping. It was a great way to start the meal. Then came a cup of their homemade Pasta Fagioli, which is the popular Neapolitan bean soup with ham. The soup was very rich and hearty. Next came the Emma's salad, which was baby spinach tossed with balsamic vinaigrette, feta cheese, red onions, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, crispy onions, and grilled Portobello mushrooms drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette dressing. The full menu shows appetizers, salads (served personal sized or family-style), wings, pizzas, grinders (sub sandwiches), burgers, a host of pasta dishes, and Italian entrées. You can either choose the smaller lunch-sized portions, or a larger dinner size; and they also serve trays for buffet meals. This was an excellent meal for a very fair price, and I'll definitely be back soon! read more

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Had an amazing experience here with such attentive staff and incredible food. We will be back again! read more

Emma's Everyday Gourmet - Fettuccine Carbonara. So GOOD!! - Italian Near Me - Westfield, Massachusetts

We needed to grab a late lunch while traveling home. Literally Googled "food near me" and Emma's came up. Service was great; chef actually seated us as they were shorthanded. Ordered a pizza and a pasta dish. Pizza had a very thin crust, which I don't usually order, but was delicious - for cheeses with pesto and fresh tomato. Pesto fettuccine was cooked perfectly, and served enough for leftovers. Bread came with deliciously seasoned oil. Wish I lived closer. read more

I had a 1:15pm 8/8/18 Wednesday lunch at the bar and it was a busy lunch crowd. The parking lot just had a vacancy so I barely sneaked in for perfect timing and the last spot in the lot! I walked in and one other patron was finishing his lunch at the bar leaving me the only one seated at the barstools. I ordered the Zuppa De Clams $10 for a soup starter and the Haddock Piccata white wine sauce $14 fish of the day. Previously I had the Zuppa De Mussels in white wine sauce and the Salmon Oreganato in red sauce and it was fabulous- on that visit my wife had the Piccata and it was wonderful. The meal started with some fresh oven bread with garlic oil on a saucer for dipping and butter. The Haddock was - as was the last time - stupendous, perfect, succulent and fresh. No hint of stank like some Wednesday fish plates just before the weekend ordering. The Piccata and capers - aromatherapy for the palate! I can't tell you how much this meal was just delicious that word is just a pale adjective - I can't even come up with the right adjective - it was so good but it was that good last time also. I applaud the kitchen staff on the recipe and the platings I am thankful for this crew to set down roots in Westfield MA and the system works. I said to Lauren my server "what sorcery is this" as I was first sampling my Haddock. And it is - sometimes restaurants when starting small have a perfect combination of staff, chefs, front people barkeeps and the waitstaff and sometimes they move on to bigger environments and they lose that - I hope Emma's doesn't if they plan on expanding. They have a great recipe right now - and it is delicious! read more

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When looking for a place to eat, a friend recommended Emma's. I had been once before - my husband had never been. The staff was extremely friendly and courteous. We visited on a busy Friday night and service and speed was excellent. We had bruschetta, which was excellent He had the ribeye Gorgonzola, which was absolutely fantastic and cooked to perfection. Very flavorful and very large portion. I had ckn parmigiana w penne and the size could of fed my family. The taste was amazing. I took over 3/4 ckn home. We can't wait to return. We have 3-4 more dishes we want to try. For dessert - cannolis which were great! A+++ all around. read more