Cute little indoor food court/market about a ten minute walk from the Commons. We drove in and…read moreparked on-street, using the Passport parking app to pay for our spot. There is also a kiosk you can use if you don't have the app. The roads in this area can be a bit challenging to navigate. If it's a nice day, just walk over. The interior is very high energy. I love the metal musician sculptures. The huge diorama by one of the entrances shows this spot in Worcester when the canal was the main source of traffic for goods. This is after all The Canal District. Today the canal is under the street just outside that door. Times they do change things. I very much appreciate these types of eating venues. Where everyone can get what they want. Sushi, Cuban, Burgers, Italian ice, Boba, Cookies. Options. For shopping you'll find a wine merchant, The Market Pantry sells loose teas, oils, spices and kitchen goods and an Irish goods store, Erin gift shop, sells beautiful Aran Island sweaters, Muckross brand hats and purses along with other Irish inspired items. A few high tops are located along one wall in a hallway toward the back. We found one larger table in a small alcove nearby the high-tops and then there is an open area at the front that hold about twenty tables or so. A microbrewery is attached to the market too. All the vendors we spoke with were very friendly. Definitely could have walked away with so much food and loose teas and gifts. Check out their social media pages for special events and spot lights on businesses.

Worth the drive for an afternoon adventure!! What I love here is not just the amazing food from a…read morevariety of diverse options, but the non-food stalls as well. Everyone was super friendly and thankful you were there. The facilities were clean and efficient. Bathrooms clean, tables clean. This place is extremely well run. Allowing patrons to focus on what's important. The food and goodies!!! We went on a Saturday afternoon - had Momo, Ramen, Tacos and Cookies. All were absolutely delicious. Again, totally worth the drive.

Wonderful food, atmosphere, and staff…read more I've had a great experience everyone I've gone

My daughter and I had dinner at Deadhorse Hill last week. She had the chicken peri peri, I the…read morerigatoni. Both meals were unbelievably good. I don't think I've ever had better chicken. The service--provided by Willie--was terrific. He was polite, knowledgeable and helpful. I highly recommend Deadhorse Hill.

Absolutely delicious!…read more Stumbled on this place after attending an event in Worcester. Quick little five minute drive and we were there. We were greeted instantly and were met with the beautiful artwork on the walls of the restaurant. The atmosphere of the place was very chill in the best ways. Our server was kind and service was prompt. The smaller dishes really are the perfect amounts of food. We opted for the chicken karaage as an appetizer and it was absolutely delicious. My boyfriend had a Japanese wine that he loved so much we ended up going to a store to buy some for home. Would absolutely go back to this establishment and try some of the other items!

I was passing through during our New England roadtrip. This place was a nice stop. Everything was…read moredelicious. The sushi was on point. Gyoza was perfect. Food portion was good, not too large. The price was reasonable for this type of restaurant. Service was wonderful. Nice ambiance. Nice bathroom (I have to put it there for my fellow road-trippers lol).

Absolutely delicious. We shared Arancini, I had the mare e month (lobster topped fillet served…read morewith mushroom and spinach risotto) and had amazing pistachio mousse for dessert. Friends ordered the salmon and mushroom ravioli and both really enjoyed their meals. Service was prompt, friendly and attentive. Not much to look at from outside nestled in a tight residential neighborhood with limited street parking but complimentary valet service. Going inside of the restaurant ,however, the space is much more upscale and very nice. Prices were what I would expect for an upscale menu of this quality with most entrees between $25 and $40. I look forward to returning!

Mare E Monti - Exceptional Authentic Italian & Seafood Pasta Spot in Worcester, MA…read more Mare E Monti is an exceptional Italian gem -- probably home to the best seafood pasta I've ever had. I was in town ahead of a half marathon near Hampton Beach on Sunday. After a long drive and a surprise call that my extended family was touring the East Coast nearby, we decided to meet halfway -- and Worcester made perfect sense. I booked a table for eight at 8 PM on Saturday. We miscounted our party, which led to about a 45-minute wait, but honestly, that just gave us more time to catch up. The interior strikes a lovely balance -- rustic yet modern, cozy yet romantic, and unmistakably Italian in feel. Starters We kicked off with two plates of Calamari Fritti -- classic native calamari, lightly fried and tossed with cherry peppers and a delicate butter sauce. Absolutely delicious; I had to restrain myself from finishing the whole plate. Complimentary garlic bread with olive oil was also served, and I stopped myself at 2-3 slices to save room for the race-fueling carbs to come. For salad, I chose the Insalata Casalinga -- crisp field greens, grape tomatoes, julienne carrots, cucumbers, red onion, and imported olives in a light vinaigrette. Simple, fresh, and highly recommended. The Main Event The real reason I chose Mare E Monti was simple: carb loading. I went with the Pasta con Cozze e Fagioli -- sautéed mussels in a garlic white wine sauce with diced tomatoes and cannellini beans, tossed with linguine. It was everything I'd hoped for: flavorful yet light, satisfying without being heavy. The mussels were tender, the beans added substance, and the pasta was perfectly cooked. Others at the table tried the Ravioli di Aragosta (lobster ravioli) on my recommendation. I snagged a bite -- and it was heavenly. Rich, delicate, and beautifully balanced. Final Thoughts Dinner here was the perfect pre-race meal -- nourishing without weighing me down. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the service attentive, and the food consistently excellent. Even parking was simple; I found easy street parking just around the corner (though valet is also available). Oh, and the next morning? I ran a personal best in my half marathon -- just over 1 hour and 20 minutes. I'd like to think the perfect plate of pasta helped fuel that finish. All in all, Mare E Monti is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine and standout seafood pasta in the Worcester area. I'll absolutely be back next time I'm in Massachusetts. Last visited: October 4, 2025

This place was fantastic! So glad we found it. We enjoyed a great charcuterie board and the drinks…read morewere delicious! Chicken swarhma sandwiches were incredible. Everything hmmm is house made here! Wish I lived nearby....

Pros: Cozy, British pub style atmosphere; interesting small plates, not too expensive…read more Cons: gets extremely crowded in the evenings; very loud when crowded; staff is snobbish I've been here a few times, and my most enjoyable experiences were during lunch. If you can sit at the bar or in one of the 2 tables by the window, you'll get excellent service. The charcuterie board is great, and the drink selection is also pretty good. However, the last time we came here, it was the middle of the afternoon on Valentine's day. I'm from Boston and Cape Cod and my partner is European; we look like it and we act like it. Upon a brief interaction with the hostess, we both felt spoken down to: "YOU'RE trying to come in on Valentine's day? Without a reservation?" This, coming from someone with a Worcester accent who was dressed like a boy going to church choir. We were shooed away into the dining area: "I guess you could stand over there and look at the menu". It's about 330 in the afternoon- most tables are completely empty. Then a different staff member, also with a working class accent, says "I need you to clear out of this walkway because this is for staff only", despite the fact that no staff were walking there and we had been standing there about 20-30 seconds. We left without saying anything as the hostess tried to say something to us. If you want to feel spoken down to, in the working class city of Worcester no less, come here. Alternately, if you're feeling aggressive and want to squeeze your way in to sit touching shoulder to shoulder, come here. The time before this, the hostess was a soft-spoken woman who mumbled a lot; we had to elbow people out of the way at the middle bar section, which is where she directed us. Maybe in another year I'll want to come back for lunch only. Honestly, I'd rather drive back to Boston if I'm going to be treated snobbishly.

My first time stopping into Honeygrow - and wow! What an experience…read more The place is extremely well kept; clean, nice & fresh feeling walking in. The staff are busy working - and this is very much a "DYI" establishment (screens to order on your own food, menu boards on LED screens) - but they are still very friendly & helpful if you need something or have a question. I ordered the "Sweet Soy Five Spice" stir fry bowl (with a few customizations). The portion? Perfect. The flavor? Fantastic. The quality? Amazing. While it is a little pricey, I don't feel too bad about paying for great quality food in such a nice location. It definitely has that "casual upscale" vibe, in a good way. They have a good rewards program which I'm always a sucker for. Also, they have a handful of fun dessert & cold entree options that I definitely plan to try when I return. One of the coolest things was the QR code on the bottle of water I got - it led me to a page with one of the chef's recommended "secret menu" items. Just a nice touch - something my marketing brain is thankful for! :) I will certainly be heading back here sooner than later. They may have just earned a "regular" customer with me!!

Loved this experience! The tables were all clean when we came in and there wasn't a line to use the…read morekiosks (there's enough of them so I don't know if there's ever a wait). Happy to see there were some high chairs available, too. We got 2 regular Create-Your-Own Stir Fry with noodles. The garlic butter sauce is unparalleled. Our meals were wonderful and so fresh tasting. The kids meal was great but it was put in a take out container while the adult meals were in eat-in bowls. I'm not sure if that's how it always comes or if they were out of small bowls. But it was hard for the kids to eat out of. Don't love that the only fruit option was grapes because I didn't have anything to cut them with for my toddler. We got a couple desserts to go - the banana pudding was good concession to not having a Magnolia Bakery around here. Definitely would get again. The Cobbler was also good but there was a lot of yogurt and not enough other stuff. Overall, while on the pricier side, it's definitely worth it. I would come here again and again. There was one employee who was super attentive and helpful - I wish I noticed their name! But the experience was great.

Absolutely delicious and great service. Cute spot on our way home from skiing. We got da wings,…read morebulgogi, baked potato, gnocchi, sliders and fried rice and they were all delicious. The kids enjoyed trying everything.

This place doesn't have nearly enough raving reviews. I hope that changes…read more I love a subtle concept. Hip hop meets Korean fusion. Cheeky cocktail names. Original dishes. Everything executed *perfectly.* Started with the White Girl Woke. Perfect blend of flavors and not too sweet. Ordered Da Wangs. Word to the wise, they are massive. Delicious. Perfect Korean fried chicken crunch. Main was the Gnocch Bokki. The flavors were SO rich and decadent. I basically picked my plate clean. The food came with kimchi and white rice on the side. Overall fantastic meal. Service was good. Not overbearing. No fake friendliness. Efficient and helpful. The chef came out at one point as well. I complimented the fantastic food as well as the hip hop music piping in over the speakers. I'm currently trying to come up with an excuse to come back tomorrow.

After hearing so many great things about Mint, my friends and I decided to give it a try; spoiler…read morealert, it was amazing! I had never had Pho before, and the beef Bun Bo Hue was amazing. It had a delicious level of spice, and tasted nice and fresh. The scallion pancakes were crispy, and I loved my Lychee cocktail as well. Overall, excellent food and a fair price. In terms of ambiance, the restaurant is no-frills, clean, and has ample seating. Lastly, our server was attentive and kind. We would definitely go again!

Best kept secret in Worcester. High quality food, great service and reasonable prices.read more

Amazing food. I haven't had delicious bibimbap in forever, but this restaurant knocked it out of…read morethe park. The cashier was very friendly and helpful. I knew what I wanted going in, but she asked me anyway if it was my first time and if I wanted her to go over the menu. She also mentioned that although the ramen is made with pork broth, it can be substituted for vegan broth. She also brought out complimentary orange slices for everyone in the restaurant. The ambience is very casual. The place is clean, but small. Don't expect anything fancy, but it's almost a direct correlation that the less gaudy a restaurant is, the better the food quality. Would recommend!

I ordered it on Uber Eats. One of the sauce had spilled and got it all over the drinks and the food…read morecontainer. I got the chicken and steak hibachi with fried rice. Chicken, steak and vegetable was all covered and sitting in lots of sauce. It was cooked well but just so much sauce.

It's a mix for me. The ambiance was amazing, great lighting and not too loud. The parking lot was…read morefull of water but honestly that didn't bother me at all, it added to the vibe of the place. I got the spicy ramen and my partner got the chicken non spicy one, please refer to pics as I forgot the name... highly recommend getting the chicken ramen, the broth is light and savory, additionally lots of protein and veggies to make it the perfect ramen bowl. The spicy ramen was okay, I love spice but this one was a bit starchy as if too much starch was used to thicken the broth. The noodles were also way too soft; and there's very little protein. I got beansprout as an add on and that was $2; a bit much if added onto the bowl.

We went on a Saturday night where it was quite packed (almost every single table was filled),…read morehowever, we still got seated quickly which was awesome. The service is great. Our food arrived fairly quickly as well. All of the staff are very friendly & attentive. The space is cool, very relaxing & open. As for the food, it was very, very SALTY. The mussels were good but once you reach the bottom of the bowl it was salty. The flavor of the wings were good but also salty. The ramen was also extremely salty as well so it seems like everything they make here is just overall on the salty side. If they just lessened every dish on that part, it would be perfect. But especially the ramen was very hard to eat without drinking 5 cups of water. The shirley temple was delicious tho! Food is 3/5 but service is a 5/5. So I will say the service definitely saved the rating from 3 stars.