The late Spring/early Summer menu was released on Thursday, May 28th, and from what I've tried so far (appetizers), they're absolutely delicious! All shareable, and the presentation is top-notch. We had the Spicy Crab Tostada, Spicy Chicken Wontons, and the Mexican Street Corn "ribs." Each dish was prepared to perfection. The Spicy Crab Tostada, like the wontons, had a light and crispy texture. The Spicy Chicken Wontons were equally delightful. And the Mexican Street Corn "ribs" were a unique treat. They were prepared by quartering the corn cob lengthwise, tossing it in a special sauce, and serving it. The "ribs" effect was that you held the quartered cob pieces and ate the kernels as if you were holding the bones of ribs. Be prepared for a few wet naps after finishing these delicious bites! There are many more enticing dishes to try, and I can't wait for our next visit. As a tribute to the late, great Charlie Daniels (who always ended the musical season at the read more

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This is a pleasant venue with beautiful views of Lake Webster. In warmer weather, the outdoor deck looks is a great spot for al fresco dining. On this cool spring visit, we sat inside at a corner table with a nice view of the lake. We ordered: Happy Hour Chicken Tacos ($8) Happy Hour Fish Tacos ($8) Fish & Chips Dinner ($21) Merlot ($9) Cabernet ($11) The tacos are normally $16 for three on the dinner menu, so getting four for that price during Happy Hour is a good deal. Results were mixed. Starting with the positive: the Fish Tacos were excellent. The haddock was perfectly cooked--crispy and flavorful--served in grilled flour tortillas with shredded iceberg lettuce, creamy slaw, pico de gallo, and chipotle lime aioli. Really well done! The Chicken Tacos, on the other hand, were disappointing. The chipotle-braised chicken, along with the toppings, made them feel dense and soggy. Not something I would order again. The Fish & Chips was the biggest letdown. The fried haddock was thin and dry, and the fries were limp and not hot enough. The coleslaw was very good, though. Honestly, if they used the same haddock from the fish tacos here, it would be a big upgrade. Service was good overall, though the dinners took a while to arrive. Bottom line: 3 stars. Still the best restaurant option on the lake, but there's plenty of room for improvement. read more

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Recently attended a dinner here with approximately 30 people. Overall, I was impressed with the service, food, and restaurant in general. They were definitely prepared in advance for us. We had at least two staff members tending to us at all times. I don't think I waited more than five minutes for anything. The staff was quite amazing! The food was also very good. I got the steak tips which came with mashed potatoes and some peppers. Very tasty. Beer was fresh. Many of us walked out to the deck area after dinner and enjoyed the beautiful lake views. The restaurant and restrooms were clean. Had a very nice evening here. read more

Good food at decent prices without having to drive to Worcester. Cocktails are well made and if the temp is in the 70s, the deck is an awesome place to be seated. Driving our boat over and docking there was convenient too! read more

Exceptional service and professionalism. Food is superior. Alcoholic drinks are perfectly mixed and presented.

Good place for prom and other fun events I like how they go all out for any occasion service was perfect food was great not cold as for ambiance I say it's very nice read more

Not sure who is managing this place but they clearly don't seem interested in having people actually eat there. This was our recent experience: we were attending an afternoon concert at Indian Ranch & I had booked us dinner reservations for 4 at Samuel Slaters. Once there, we decided we wanted to grab lunch before the show, so we went in to see if they had availability. The hostess informed us she did, but that because we didn't have Lunch reservations, they'd have to charge us $20 Each Just to enter. Our Dinner reservations didn't count & the Fact that we'd be dropping over $100 on food & drinks didn't seem to matter either. So we left & we left Very Unhappy. They lost out on our business for that Lunch, I cancelled our dinner reservations & frankly, I'll probably be never eat there again. On top of that, they Close once the concert starts & they don't re-open until Dinner. There's a few hundred people outside the door at the concert, but obviously they don't want / need their business. It's crazy. Get new Management. read more

I went in there last night to have dinner and I sat at the bar. A young lady came over, gave me some water and a menu and said someone would be right with me. There were two bartenders behind the bar. One was making drinks for the wait staff, and the other was talking to the only other couple at the bar for about 10 minutes and never acknowledged me. I walked out because I was disgusted. read more

Value for cost is super unbalanced. $9 for a tiny crock of onion soup there wasn't even bread under the cheese. If there was there wouldn't have been any soup broth left. It literally was like 4 spoons of soup. Flavor was good adequate but way over priced. No prime rib on a Saturday night? Not looking for a deal like on Wednesdays just an option for prime rib on a weekend. It's a difficult menu if you don't like fish or seafood. I also had the wedge salad another overpriced under valued item. The dressing was ok and some bacon on it but nowhere near worth $16. The chips appetizer was again a small basket of chips with vinegar and salt dust on them they were served cold and with dipping sauce another overpriced underwhelming menu item. We shared the rice balls those were probably the best part of the entire dinner. My friend had the haddock and it was served in a small dish he's not a big eater and commented how small the piece of fish was. The burger looked pretty decent and was a good portion maybe would have had a better experience if I had a burger. There was only one steak option which was disappointing. Not sure why I would go again here. read more

Food was solid , cooked and designed well. Service was great staff is very nice and helpful. Really loud in here , wish I had sat outside maybe , seating is packed view is nice of lake . read more

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So so so good! My third time coming and each time has been 10/10! The staff were again super friendly and attentive. The food was DELICIOUS and fresh. Very well seasoned. I'm so fussy about Mac n cheese and my daughter got the Mac and cheese and it was phenomenal! So creamy and gooey! Definitely can't wait to go back! read more

Samuel Slater's Restaurant - Mac & Cheese - New American Near Me - Webster, Massachusetts

We went for the Prime Rib special tonight. $30. I ordered medium rare and my husband ordered rare. Both plates arrived well done. So dry and tough you could not even cut it with a steak knife. I sent mine back. Another one came out but it was almost as bad. Our waiter said there were other complaints about the prime rib also. The check came and we were charged full price. Not going back again for Prime RIb. read more

Samuel Slater's is an AMAZING restaurant - beautiful ambiance, excellent service, an exceptional menu and OUTSTANDING cuisine. You can tell the chef/chefs really care about the food they make - everything is so fresh, delicious and carefully prepared. We LOVE coming here - and are never disappointed! read more

Samuel Slater's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Webster, Massachusetts

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Location & Atmosphere Nestled by the water, Samuel Slater's gives off cozy lodge vibes with a spacious interior that's both rustic and refined. The indoor space feels open and airy, with woodsy, natural tones that scream "weekend getaway." There's also a beautiful outdoor patio and a stadium setup--clearly made for live music nights and good vibes. Too bad it was rainy when we went, but you can tell it'd be a whole scene on a nice day. Food & Drinks We kicked things off with the mussels (yes, we had the muscles AND the mussels )--and they were solid. Flavorful garlic broth, meaty bites, and a soup base that had us nearly sipping from the bowl. Only thing missing? More bread! Don't tease us with great broth and not give enough to soak it up. For mains, I tried the Fun Guy Burger--a mushroom-forward twist on a classic. It was good, not mind-blowing, but satisfying for a casual bite. The menu leans heavy on American classics, so there's something for every picky eater in the group. ‍ Service & Hospitality Service was quick, efficient, and to-the-point--no fluff. Not super warm or chatty, but got the job done. Think of it like: "Hi, what can I get you?" instead of "Welcome! So glad you're here." Nothing bad, just not overly memorable either. Unique Selling Point The space itself is the star here. Between the large indoor dining room, waterfront views, and a full-on outdoor music setup, this place clearly knows how to host a good time. Come for a chill meal, then stay for the live music (when New England weather cooperates). read more

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If you're planning a small family gathering or special event, this is now our go-to place! The food is delicious, with something for everyone. Last spring, we reserved a private dining room for our family Easter dinner with 21 guests. Julie, the events coordinator, worked closely with us to create a fantastic menu. Best of all, there's no charge to reserve the room--your deposit is simply credited to your bill. More recently, we booked the same room (which holds up to 32 guests) for our daughter's shower. Of course, a major snowstorm was in the forecast! Their cancellation policy is strict, but Julie was incredibly accommodating. She took the stress out of a stressful situation by allowing us to move the shower up a day to avoid the dangerous weather. She even reworked and printed custom menus for each guest. The staff went above and beyond--helping with setup, checking coats, finding us an easel, cutting and serving the cake we brought, and so much more. Without a single hiccup, they pivoted seamlessly to make the day a success. I can't say enough good things about Julie and her team--they are absolute rock stars! read more

If you are ever looking for a fun place with delicious food and drinks Samuel Slaters has it all. 5 of us went for lunch on Saturday and had a truly delightful waitress named Gianna. She was quick, funny, polite and knowledgeable. Our meals came out perfect and we all loved what we got. The bill was moderate and worth every penny. Gianna we will be back again soon. 5 star rating!! read more

Made reservations (necessary) loud? Not quite yet. Short walk from parking lot. Casual dress, met the waitress. Bathroom is close by. Open space/floor plan. Menus given. Water carafe placed on table. Asked for recommendations. Decided on clam chowder (super hot) and the crispy chicken wraps. Main courses were rib eye and Tagliatelle Bolognese. Both cooked very nicely. Substituted the Brussels sprouts for asparagus. Truffle and Parmesan fries. Tasty, but a baked potato would have been fine too. No rush, waitress was super attentive. Dessert was to go and the bolognese was taken home as well. Deserves a second visit to try the other dinner choices. Super easy to go to. Nice views of the lake. read more

Samuel Slater's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Webster, Massachusetts

Food is always very good, and service is usually friendly. Not always the fastest, and you're not going to be saving any money by going here, but a good place in a good location. The food occasionally has an issue or two, and the desserts are mostly prepackaged and not made in house. Even still, the desserts are good and the food is almost always great! Their ravioli is very tasty, and their sandwiches and wraps are delicious. The seating area is also lovely. All of the walls that are facing towards the lake are kept open, with AC blowers facing downwards to prevent insects from entering. Very pleasant way to spend an evening out. read more

Ambiance is good food is ok .service not good but I think it depends on what time or season . Food portions should be better for the cost and content read more

Well the first time I tried this place two years ago the sandwich was terrible. I swore I'd never go back. What brought me back was Jediah! The music on the beach was fantastic. So we tried the food again. I was pleasantly surprised to see the menu had completely changed. The food was Creative and tasty. I will be going back even if Jediah isn't there. read more

The food, the service, the atmosphere... ALL top notch! This was our first (and definitely not our LAST) time dining at Samuel Slater's at Indian Ranch. What an all around wonderful experience! We were seated right away- we chose outside seating because it was a beautiful day! I could sit there all day watching all of the activity on Lake Chaubunagungamaug! The food? I had the brisket (which came with coleslaw, pickles and cornbread- all homemade), which was the BEST brisket I've ever had; moist and flavorful. My husband had the 2 meat selection (brisket and pulled pork). We shared an Oreo cheesecake slice for desert. The service? Superb- attentive, friendly and helpful. You can't beat that! I HIGHLY recommend Samuel Slater's! Can't wait to go back! read more

Samuel Slater's Restaurant - Our view from where we were seated. The beach was just below. - New American Near Me - Webster, Massachusetts

My family and I were looking forward to a nice Sunday evening meal at Samuel Slater's Restaurant. Unfortunately, what we ended up getting was a front-row seat to a clearly intoxicated couple, with the female party vomiting on her table and herself. Needless to say, this effectively ruined our appetites. When the situation was brought to the attention of the waitress, we got a "deer in the headlights" look as if she didn't know what to do. At my wife's insistence, the waitress asked the manager to come over and speak with us. While the manager did apologize, she was more concerned with addressing the intoxication of the the couple, adamantly stating that they weren't over-served. After asking if we wanted boxes for our barely touched food (which we declined), she cleared our table and left, while we awkwardly waited at the table. The manager then came back over with our bill, informing us she was only charging us half price. The amazing part of this story, the intoxicated couple were allowed to stay AND continue drinking! I understand that the conduct of other people is out of an establishments control, but there should certainly be measures in place to deal with situations such as this. To not, and allow this to happen is outrageous! read more

First time checking out Samuel Slaters. Came on NYE for a show in their hall. Originally wanted to do their buffet and show combo but they stopped selling buffet tickets when we went to buy them and only were offering show tickets. They had plenty of reservations open in their regular dining room, so booked a table there instead. I'm kind of glad we were in this situation because the regular dining room and separate show tickets was a much better value... Starting with the cocktails, Mai Thais and smoked old fashioned, both were delicious and packed a punch! Mai Thais used Plantation Rum which is good stuff. Ordered perogies for appetizer which were advertised as locally made. The 4 came with a creamy mushroom/onion sauce, which is different for perogies but were yummy. French onion soup was perfect, loads of onions, croutons and well seasoned. For dinner, the chicken ceaser wrap was served with pulled chicken which was super tender and moist. The Shepards pie was made with BBQd brisket, Delicious! The winter harvest salad was ordered with steak tips cooked medium and the cook was perfect, right amount of pink (check out photos). The BBQ platter was massive, the meats and corn bread were great, however, I was told the potatoe salad was lacking seasoning and the homemade pickles were a little too vinegary. Waitress was super attentive and was honest about recommending various menu items. Even recommended avoiding 1 dish I was contemplating, really appreciated the honesty! Overall, we were all pleased with our dishes and would definitely come back! Don't let the restaurant's location fool you. It's located within a campground but the quality and service was 5 stars! read more

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hostess rude. booked online reservation a week in advance and requested a table and not a booth for 6 people. was sat at a booth. when mentioned I requested a table was told they can't always accommodate requests and the restaurant was fully booked. proceeded with the booth only to watch as 10 remained empty the whole time. second time this has happened. our waitress was great and food was good but hostess staff are rude and unaccommodating. read more

Our first time back since they changed up the menu and went from a somewhat higher end restaurant to a barbecue joint. We went on a busy evening to celebrate our son's milestone birthday. There was 8 of us in our party and we had reservations. We ordered our drinks and appetizers, then we all ordered our meals. They were very very busy so our meals took awhile. When our meals finally came out one in our parties meal didn't come out. I actually didn't realize that the meal was missing until I was done, as I was on the other end of the table and it was extremely loud in there (sitting next to someone and couldn't even hear most of the conversation). The meal did finally arrive when we were all done and they did comp the meal. I ordered the fried chicken dinner and it was ok, nothing particular delicious about it. One person ordered a burger done medium and it was cooked so well done it was like a hockey puck and my 85 year old mother got the fish and chips and said it was the worst fish and chips she ever had in her life!!! Wow! Our server was very nice, but extremely overworked with all her tables. We wouldn't come back for dinner again, but would stop for drinks and apps on a nice day because they do have a beautiful setting. read more

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$20 PER PERSON fee just to walk into this place! just to get seated! Never heard of anything like this. We left. No thanks

Worst service ever. Food excellent. Waitress never checked how food was. No prices on menu for some drinks, contrary to MA laws. When we complained about lack of attentive service, they made excuse it was busy, but we saw other servers attending other faves frequently and bringing water etc. They then tried to make false complaint about customer commission of an assault when customer just said service sucked. I was less than pleased when they pulled that nonsense. Worst service ever and worst attitude of any restaurant we've ever been to. read more

It seems to be hit or miss here. Came in party of 4....The Service and food today was absolutely unacceptable. Over half the tables were empty so it wasn't busy at all. Waited 10 mins to get our drinks from the bar with not 1 person sitting there not to mention bartender was just standing around. After the food was brought out on the tray by another staff member, it sat out there for about 3-5 mins until our waitress brought it to our table. Brisket entrees were cold, dry and my sandwich didn't come as ordered.....if the waitress ever came back to check on food I would have mentioned it. Had to actually go up to the bar to order a drink/refill bc service was so slow. There was a party of 10 that the waitress claimed was the issue for her crappy service??? Between the management to the staff to the service, today's visit was horrible & very disappointing. Bill was $200 and felt like a complete waste read more

During days of concerts the restaurant is only open to VIP customer. To be a VIP customer you must pay $20. So a table of 4 will cost you $80 just to sit in their restaurant. What a scam. I would much rather go to a restaurant that actually wants every one's business. I will never visit this establishment on any occasion. read more

We loved this great addition to Webster and beautiful spot right on the lake! Gorgeous spot in all seasons with their wall to wall windows overlooking the lake. My short rib dinner was so flavorful and the short ribs literally melted in my mouth. The accompanying risotto was cooked perfectly... many restaurants serve risotto but very few do it well! My husband had the prime rib and really enjoyed it and his order of medium rare came out just right. The service was attentive and timely. The place gets packed so make a reservation. We want to come back another time when we can sit out on the patio and really enjoy the view. read more

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This place has a really excellent view to the water. Their service was good and the food is also great. Would love to return on a warmer day to really enjoy the environment more. read more

My husband and I went here for an Anniversary dinner. We were the only people nit in jeans or shorts for October. They no longer give you any bread only water . Our meals were set down in front of another couple then brought to our table. my husbands lobster ravioli was lobster ravioli soup. They were floating in the broth My steak tips were cooked medium as requested but the peppers and onions were nothing but mush. We ordered two apps and only received one. The $42 bottle of wine had no description on the menu and the only thing you could taste was sulfate. Terrible experience and meal. We use to enjoy this place, read more

Have always loved Samual Slaters and I bring my 99 year old great aunt to eat here every week and she ALWAYS orders kids mac n cheese and it was never a problem. This time we ordered kids Mac n cheese and she received adult size. I said something to the server and she said she can't order the kids size (even though that's what she gets every week). Sent the female manager on duty over who also told us she couldn't order the kids size even though that's what we ordered. She told us we would have to pay for the bigger size (even though we ordered the kids and not once while ordering did she say you can't order kids size). A good manager would have said, ok since you ordered a kids size and no one said anything when you ordered, we will give you the kids price this time, but in the future you can't order kids portion. If we would have known this rule, we would have ordered a side of Mac n cheese. N happy and don't think we will be coming back due to the principal of the whole situation. So sad and unprofessional:( (The server was very nice, the manager not so nice) read more

Samuel Slater's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Webster, Massachusetts

We celebrated a 40th birthday as well as a retirement dinner last night. Everything was excellent with a great menu. Danielle was our server. She was spot on. after dinner, they had a comedy show the comedians were so good!I don't know why I don't go there more often. I will definitely be back real soon!! read more

The management and staff are outstanding and do everything possible to ensure a great dining experience. Calling out Julie and Maria of management, who go out of their way to satisfy customers. Dinner is a fun experience, with great food and beautiful views. Bartenders are excellent and drinks are delicious. The wait staff heighten the experience with their smiles and friendliness. I dine there often and had my daughter's bridal shower there. Had to leave a review for an establishment that puts so much effort into making everyone feel like they are a welcomed guest and part of the community. Definitely give it a go! read more

Do not let the drive to the restaurant fool you, yes you go through the trailer park but it's worth it this is a little gem and you won't be disappointed This place has the best food!! It's never too busy so you can walk in during the summer time the windows are open and you can sit out by the lake. I definitely recommend the Korean short ribs and the pea ravioli honestly any food you get from here is good read more

ok lunch recently, you have to drive slowly thru the campground entrance to find this, but i think, worth it....nice looking from outside and on thru the entrance, lovely dining area with outside seating overlooking the lake, service was pleasant and food great, had the pierogies as an app, a reuben, which was great and a different take on chicken parm with ramen, all very good, the yellow jackets were a pain outside as they are in many places so we migrated inside as did a number of others....great looking, great views and very good food and service....bit of a ride for us but glad we made the trip on this, what might be, the last warm day of summer!!! read more

This restaurant was a major disappointment with their service. I came in with a group of 6 adults, we order drinks and food. Service was a bit slow but nothing to outwardly complain about, i received my entree which was described as "shredded chicken" on Mac N Cheese. They serve me a plate of clumps of disgusting rotisserie chicken with fat still stuck to some of the chicken and wet skin dangling on the top of a bed of"Mac N Cheese", the sauce was dry and the second bite of food i had I got a bone in my mouth that was leftover on the chicken breast. I tried to send this dish back with only two bites taken from it, the waitress has no problem taking it away but then sent the "manager" over to apparently explain to me where chicken comes from. After her patronizing me in front of my friends for what felt like forever about where "chicken" comes from I told her i did not care and their dish was gross. She then tells me she's not taking it off the bill, then walks away. I get up and ask to speak to another manager about the way she treated me over a dish i didnt want and barely touched she threatens to kick me out. She then proceeds to bring over our check where she marks us as a "large party" (mind you it was a table of 6 guests) and forces us to leave a 20% tip for service that was horrific. All the servers where snickering about us as we walked out which just shows what type of establishment this is. Honestly the worst restaurant experience ever ever had. If you want to eat tiny sharp bones with your shredded chicken and get berated by a manager over not wanting to eat it this is your place to eat. She also took the nasty plate of food away so i left without the gross chicken dish while paying $25 for it. read more

Easter is a special time with your family. Samuel Slater's Easter buffet was outstanding. We walked in to tables set up so beautifully, The Easter bunny was hopiping around for our grandson, the staff was so warm and accommodating. Most of all, the food was amazing! So much of a variety of different offerings! Fishs, chicken, prime rib, ham, breakfast food, table of fruits and salads and so much more! The food was all hot and adequately temped. We all Enjoyed slaters so much. The new chief brings such delicious food to the menu and table! Can't wait to to stop in for dinner. I heard they may have a new spring menu!!!! read more

We made a reservation, but arrived a little early. The matre de welcomed us and sat us at a great table next to the window with an amazing view of the paddle boat and the lake. Delightful! Our server, Katie was outstanding throughout the meal. She had the perfect balance between being attentive and giving us privacy. She was also intuitive. Proactively filling our needs. For example, we said we would be sharing and she brought us additional plates and steak knives. Dirty plates were removed promptly and our water and wine was topped off. There was a lot of teamwork with the staff. We started with some oysters and the pork belly. Both were really good. The the pork belly came with match stick apples and spinach. Combined it was a wonderful combination. Very chefy. We went on to have a rack of ribs and the pan seared scallops. Both were cooked to perfection. We loved everything and that the smoked beans and squash purée were not overpoweringly sweet. Masking taste with sugar. Overall an outstanding experience. We will be back! read more