We had a reservation for 6 pm. We were 2 parties of 4 people. We all ordered sandwiches. One table waited 1 hour and 38 minutes to get their food. The other table had to wait an additional 15 minutes. The manager was very apologetic and brought a dessert for all. Overall wait time was unacceptable. read more

Maybe it was an off night, but the 4 of us were disappointed in our meals. My husband had lamb, which he said was tough like mutton. Service was as slow, as Point Breeze Restaurant! read more

First time at the restaurant- couldn't be happier. The service was outstanding and the food was superb! the manager checked in with us several times to make sure we were all set. I ordered the salmon and my husband the scallops. Both were prepared perfectly - just the right amount of seasoning. Paired with a lovely Sauvignon Blanc the dinner was perfect . We were seated with a view of the lake which was very nice. We will definitely be back this summer to sit out in the deck! read more

My wife and I went to Samuel Slater's. Once on a whim and once with family. Each dining experience was impressive. So I made a decision to have Samuel Slater's host my wife's 50th Birthday party with 70 guests. It went better than I could have expected. Tammy, the Front of House manager, worked with me extensively to make this happen. Josh was also great to work with. Guests raves about the food, venue, location, and views of Webster Lake (a.k.a Lake chargoggagogmanchauggaggoggchaubunagungamaugg) for fun- try to find the Ethel Merman song about the lake!!! My recommendation is it's the best in the southern Worcester County area. Go!!! read more

My new favorite spot in Webster! We have gone for dinner once and have been back a few times just for apps and drinks. My husband really loved the chicken wings which they now don't serve anymore. Margaritas are awesome and freshly made Updated 7/11/19: Samuel Slater's needs to bring back the bar menu! The bartender we had at our last visit told us a lot of customers have been upset by the change. We stopped by for an app and drink and there was no longer a bar menu and the apps changed a lot also. We didn't end up ordering anything. read more

Just bought a house up the road, and we really enjoyed our first time there! Katie was excellent, and the food was good! Will def be back all summer :) read more

WOW! A gem in Webster on the lake. My wife and I visited for dinner with friends. Sat outside on a beautiful summer night. We had the bisque and steaks which were perfect. Great cocktail and wine selection. Dessert wasn't too shabby either. As it got cooler later in the evening they brought out heaters. Great atmosphere food and cocktails. This place will be a go-to for a long time! Well worth the ride. read more

The best little hot spot around! Great food and drinks! The atmosphere spot on! Staff and manager are beyond attentive and so nice.

This used to be my favorite restaurant in Webster. However, this season they decided to change the menu drastically. It is essentially only a barbecue restaurant, as there are only a few other items on the menu that are not barbecue themed. Despite the limited menu now, I went yesterday with several family members to give it a try. We made a reservation prior to arriving, however once we arrived the staff had great difficulty trying to figure out where to seat us. No joke, at one point there was seven young staff members crowded around the computer, whispering among themselves, and trying to figure out where to put us. By the time they walked us back to be seated, there were at least six other empty tables, so unclear about what the difficulty was. The service was hit or miss, we were asked how we were doing three times before we even got our ordered beverages or food. After our food arrived, the service seemed to drop off and could not get the attention of a wait staff member. The BBQ was mediocre at best. It's very disappointing that they changed the whole menu and it isn't even remotely great BBQ. Lastly, last fall they ran a gift card promotion, so now I have several gift cards to a place where I will never return again. What a waste. Thanks for the bait and switch Sam Slaters!! read more

Have been twice in the last month. The first time I had the seafood risotto & it was delicious! Last night I had the Bolognese & it was also delicious! The side dish brussel sprouts with bacon & onions is also so so good! We had Nicole for a waitress & she was very attentive & knowledgeable. Highly recommend this restaurant! read more

I looked up the menu online prior to making our reservation & then found out it was inaccurate once we sat down. We tried calling a couple of times to make a reservation & got a voicemail saying they were closed for the winter. The staff was attentive. The menu is mixed. They now offer a whole BBQ option, which is nice, but we miss their old menu. If we wanted BBQ, we wouldn't have chosen Slaters for dinner. I was looking forward to some salmon & my boyfriend some steak. Anyway, what we did have off of the BBQ menu was excellent. Unfortunately our order was mixed up & we got our entrees before our chili & salad. But all in all the food was great, things just got a little jumbled. In the future if we are looking to eat BBQ, we will consider going here as the view is nice and the open dining area is a nice touch as well. read more

The first time was great..beautiful view, food was awesome. Second time with the same meal choices, not so much. 2 meals (an adult and kid meal, app, and a drink) costed me $80 for LUNCH! $26 for a salad and a half breast of chicken. The lettuce was wet, soggy and peaches were warm instead of grilled. The app was Mac and cheese with Buffalo chicken. The noodles were over cooked, not as cheesy as when first made, and the chicken was rubbery like they reheated in the microwave. The server asked how everything was and I was honest. I told her I could have made a whole salad in bulk with the amount of money they charged. She acknowledged my disappointment and brought the manager over without me asking. I repeated myself again and the manager asked me if she could bring me something else. I didn't want to sit there and wait even longer with a kid and be the "Karen" at the table...So I opted for an additional salad figuring I'd take it to work the next day and give it another shot. I opened the salad the next day, no chicken and the same teeny wheeny wet salad. You definitely don't get what you pay for here. Disappointingly inconsistent. read more

Fantastic everything!! Wonderful service, amazing wine selection and the menu is brilliant. We will be back again and again!

What a difference the second visit is....writing this review while sitting in the dining room. Last time we were told no reservations needed, so we arrive, asked by hostess if we had reservations, answered no..hostess states "let's see if we can squeeze you in somewhere." Then proceed to get another woman involved, and again the words squeeze them in was used. We are happy to use reservations if needed. We are sat at a table with a balled up dirty table clothe was on my seat and a dirty napkin still sits next to my feet. I ordered iced tea, to find out they are all out. Then I try to order a steak add on to another dish and are told basically No, the chef is particular and doesn't want us to change things....why cant I add something on for an added fee? The customer service is lacking big time. Not looking to forward to the food now. Sad the first visit was so good. Another thing....I don't appreciate a manager offering special chef menus to the people seated next to us, but never to us. Last time spent $200 with tip...not going to this time. read more

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Josh, I am so glad that under your management Samuel Slater Restaurant is getting better by the day! Thank you for bringing some normalcy into our lives during this hard times. Today's meals were amazing! Keep up the great work!! read more

Checked out their Sunday brunch--lots of desserts to choose from if you like that!! I think that the buffet should be expanded to offer other items, such as cheeses, smoked meats, hors d'oeuvres, etc. Ordered an omelette which was good. Wife ordered the eggs Benedict, which was also good. Great atmosphere and service. A bit expensive and overpriced for what we got. read more

I had dinner for the very first time last week. The food was perfection. When you add to that the panoramic views of Webster Lake, you will have a difficult time matching it anywhere else. The prices were reasonable for what you received in service and quality. read more

Great service- Alysia P , music, food. Good view. Expand Vegetarian menu if you can. I suggest a good bread pudding for the dessert menu.

We went on a Monday night for the weekly prime rib special. We were very happy with the whole experience on our first visit. Salads are made to order in the open kitchen environment. Both prime ribs were served as we ordered and our waitress was attentive during our stay. The whole experience was excellent and we will definitely be returning. read more

Had the opportunity to dine @ Samuel Slater's this weekend. It's a tastefully-designed venue offering top-notch cuisine. They're just getting up and running, but based on our experience, I think we'll return. read more

First time dining here. Had great service. The man candy appetizer was delicious: chive stuffed date wrapped in bacon with caramelized onions. Had prime rib and seafood risotto. We did make reservations through Open Table app. Easy peasy. We look forward to returning and trying additional items on the menu. Save room for dessert as they all sounded slightly unique and delicious. read more

This was my second visit and timed to take advantage of Prime Rib special. This visit did not disappoint !! Our server Maria was fantastic. Attentive. Accommodating. I ordered 6 oysters and the prime rib special- which comes w a house salad and potato. The honey vinaigrette dressing was delish. The bread and freshly made garlic dipping sauce was scrumptious - hard to stop at one piece of bread. Maria over heard someone in my party comment about celebrating my birthday and brought over a small cake w a candle. Nice touch !!!! Highly recommend read more

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Was really nice. We celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary and we were not disappointed at all. Everyone was friendly. The atmosphere was very nice. Windows overlooking water and the sight of their ferry boat was so nice. Steak was excellent. The roasted garlic was a great addition to your meal and bread. Potatoes and rice pilaf were outstanding! read more

Came with my nieces on a Friday night. Refused window seat tables that were never used. I thought maybe they were being saved for the 7 pm reservations but nope... never used. My dinner brisket (sand which) had been clearly microwaved as there were hot and cold pockets. The chips were just not good. My nieces enjoyed the Mac and cheese... large servings. The table service was very good. The hostess needs retraining. read more

Samuel Slater's has only been "officially" open since December 2018. The atmosphere is really nice. They did a great job on the decor. It's right on Indian Ranch which could be good, or not. We've been twice for dinner and it is really improving. Once they work out the kinks, that any new resteraunt goes through, this will be a great place. The bartenders are awesome and work hard to make sure customers are happy. You can dress up a bit or just go in jeans (dressy casual). It's great to have a nice place to go for dinner without having to go to too far. read more

First time trying Samuel Slater's tonight and I have to say it was absolutely phenomenal. Always heard it was expensive but my meal was only $16 & could feed me 3 times. I had high expectations from what I've heard & they exceeded my expectations by far. 10/10 would recommend to anyone & everyone! read more

Amazing service, amazing food, with a beautiful eating space, all with an amazing view of the lake. We will definitely be back with family and friends. #awsesome read more

Went here Saturday night and the food was incredible! Service was great and atmosphere was very nice. I had the seafood risotto which was amazing! My kids had the Olive oil poached longline Ahi tuna with wasabi potatoes another great dish! I can't say enough about how good this meal was! By far the best restaurant in the area! We will definitely be coming back here often! read more

We just came back from one of the best meals we have had in years! Samuel Slater's is the best. The staff were great! We started with Island Creek Oysters, with the best horseradish and cocktail sauce. The scotch eggs were amazing. Nothing like O'Connors. Just delicious. There is an appetizer called "Meat Candy" another amazing dish. Just order it. For dinner we got 2 specials. A filet mignon with lobster tail over mashed potatoes. To die for! And a seafood Mediterranean dish with scallops and cod served over spinach, tomatoes and feta cheese. Wonderful! We will definitely be back. Thanks so much! read more

Finally had an opportunity to check this place out. I love the entryway, it's very pretty and inviting. We had an amazing waiter, his name was Ben. The service could not have been any better. I had the salmon it was perfectly cooked with grilled vegetables. There were three steaks at the table, one was definitely overcooked but everything else was very good. For dessert we all tried the crème brûlée, the Cheese cake and the lemon cake. They all were delicious. All in all, near perfect experience. Looking forward to going back in the warmer weather to be able to sit outside. I would highly recommend giving them a try! read more

Celebrated my 37th wedding anniversary with my wife this evening with dinner at Samuel Slater's. Our steaks were cooked to perfection and the presentation, freshly baked bread and the attentive, pleasant and smiling server, Samantha, were outstanding in every way. I thought the prices for a Jack's Abbey 16 oz. Pilsner ($5) and generous glass of Reisling ($8) were very reasonable. We'll be back for sure. read more

This restaurant makes you forget you're in Webster and has a much more sophisticated feel. Inside is beautiful, as is the deck over the lake.The food is always exceptional! I love the brunch (omelets are to die for), I love the dinners! The corn chowder and steak over risotto are favorites of mine but I've never had a bad meal. The specials and desserts never disappoint! It's not cheap, but it's worth it! We always sit at the bar and are always hopeful we'll find Ashley working! She is friendly, knowledgeable about both food and liquor, and always mixes the perfect cocktail (I love her negroni). She truly completes the experience! read more

Our server, Nicole G. was fabulous and the food was even better! I had oysters on the half shell and there were plenty of varieties to choose from. For my meal I had Seafood Rissotto with large pieces of lobster, huge sea scallops, shrimp and clams. My husband had the 16oz. NY Strip Steak and he was very pleased also. He was also happy with the bill! read more

Great service. Amazing food. I'd eat here every night if I could. Feels like reservations are a good idea.

Husband and I loved it here. Great ambience and food. The prices ranged and we went high this time with steak. We would like to try the lower priced items next visit. Very friendly and attentive. Worth a visit! read more

My husband and I went for dinner. The parking was terrible the spots are so tight it was very difficult to get out of our spot. Ordered a classic burger , it was not cooked as requested and it was so salty that it was not edible. When we told the waitress she did apologize and offer to get us another however we did not have time to wait. So paid 14$ for a burger I only took 3 bites of. NO offer to remove from the bill I had a chicken caprese sandwich. It was also dry. The meals came with fries and waitress did not mention there was an up charge of 2$ for the garlic fries each. The atmosphere here is nice The staff is friendly might be nice for drinks and appetizers but I won't go back. read more

We went there for dinner last night for take out on our boat. There were 6 of us. 1 person ordered the smoked chicken caprese sandwich which came with no mozzarella and no chipotle aioli. When we called about it they said they ran out of the mozzarella. They even called back to verify our order and still did not mention that. We all got pulled meals, they were so dry you could not eat them. So disappointing that not 1 person was happy with there meal. read more

Last night we (two couples) were looking forward to trying a new place. We had reservations, but didn't really need them. It was pretty but didn't have table clothes on the tables like the pictures. It was very noisy! We had to yell to hear each other. We waited an hour for our food! Prices are a bit high for the portions and for what you get. Hamburger was ordered medium but came out well done and dry as a bone. Steak tips came out tough with no steak knife. French fries were cold, Steamers were well done tough and dry and smelled fishy. Salmon looked well done, server never asked how she wanted it. They didn't charge for the hamburger and took 1/2 off for the steak. The manager gave us 1 $20. gift card which we'll never use. Never going back. read more

Nice atmosphere, good food and drink Food is a little pricey but good, dinners a la carte Unique offering of small plates, some are better then others Had some affordable wines, got a bottle of Italian red for 30 bucks and it was good. Major problem, they don't serve 1 domestic beer...need to add a few Service was good and attentive read more

Beautiful place. Great food. It was packed both times we have gone there. Definitely recommend