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    The Purple Pub

    3.3 (120 reviews)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Fireplace is a nice touch and enjoyable in Winter.
    Richard G.

    The Purple Pub has a nice neighborhood vibe to it. The food is good and staff is friendly. They have a good selection of drinks and food. TPP is located in downtown and gets a mixture of locals, college folks and tourists. They have a good amount of TVs for the games. Parking can be tight because it's Williamstown but there is a public lot about a block away.

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    Sydney M.

    For a bar it's a great spot and the bar tender Ted makes you feel like an old friend, but as a restaurant it leaves something to be desired. The food is okay nothing really to write home about. Double check your checks, when I went there for lunch we were given a different tables check then ours was tallied wrong

    Facade- there is a private lot but we parked on the street
    Sharon W.

    Friendly service, causal sports pub atmosphere with a cozy fireplace. Knowledgeable barmaid who allowed us to taste several craft beers before we decided. She also spoke foodology and fine arts as did some of the patrons! We stopped after a visit to The Clark museum. Enjoyed a pint and some wings and fried pickles. We definitely will be back to this establishment! The manager even came out to chat with us and told us about summer events in the parking lot such as oyster fest! It's a bit of a drive for us but will definitely check out the college town and partake at The Purple Cow!

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    MaryBeth N.

    We went here as we were passing through Williamstown. This place is a small town mostly based around a college. The staff and service was incredible and quite fast. We got our food in a reasonable town and did not feel rushed at all. We were recommended a panini and it was nice and hot and delish. There drinks are super young but are a bit expensive which is expected in this place. I would definitely recommend coming here if you are visiting or driving through as a cool place to get food and hangout.

    Cod sandwich- fish was clear colored and undercooked.
    Rach C.

    Only reason this I gave this place a star was the wait staff. This place needs to hire bar rescue or ramsay to come save them. I mean even like the nachos are terrible. Like they put cheese on two chips and we had two ordered both were burnt. We only came here because it was open at 3. Regret it..... outdoor seating was the best part. Won't be back. Won't recommend.

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    Kelly G.

    The service and the quality of the food seems pretty inconsistent. One day I will go and get amazing service and decent food, and the next day everything will be very dry and dissappointing. All of my friends agree as well. As a space to go at night and hang out with friends, it is a wonderful atmosphere and a great experience. One of the only places in town with specialty cocktails, and they have an extensive beer list in comparison to The Log across the street.

    Andy D.

    Excellent pub. Varied menu. Food is of consistent quality. Nice selection of craft beers. Nice atmosphere. Wide screen tv's showing sporting events.

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    Jessie S.

    My husband and I sat at the bar. We had FABULOUS service! We only had wine and onion rings...no complaints! They have a nice outdoor seating area. Tons of beer options!

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    Chelsea G.

    So glad that Purple Pub does Take-Out/Pick-Up during Covid-19 situations It been almost a year not having Purple Pub, oh how much I missed their Fried Pickles We order regular beef and vegetarian William's burger, so deliciously yummy Also with appetizer of Boneless Wings (Classic and BBQ) Noting I can complain on, food is amazing and staffs super friendly

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    Anarie S.

    Generally a good atmosphere and right in the middle of town. They have a good beer list and TVs playing local sport games. I ordered the holy guacamole panini. It was delicious and very tasty! If I'm back in town I would come back here.

    Stopped in at the bar and had a drink. The service was great and the staff were super friendly and attentive! Definitely will go back and try the food which looked delicious!

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    Food was not the best and was a bit pricey and service was slow :( Staff was nice and ambiance is pleasant

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    Stopped in last night for dinner. The hot wings were ON POINT! Also, I had a cheeseburger no bun. The cheeseburger was awesome.

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    The '6 House Pub

    3.3(109 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    This is a very quaint and antique-ish restaurant which makes you feel like you're in your living…read moreroom. We ordered the fried pickles as an appetizer and they were very good. I had the New York strip with lobster. Unfortunately the steak was a bit dry and tough (I oredered it medium). But the lobster was great, served in a little bowl already peeled with butter and ready to eat! It seems my meal may have been sitting for a while. Way too much mashed potatoes and green beans! I could barely cut the steak because the plate was so full. The hubby ordered the mussel puttanesca which he LOVED. The sauce was delicious and it was nice and hot. For dessert we had the brownie with chocolate ice-cream. Brownie was nice and warm. Server was friendly. Their bar has limited options so don't expect anything too fancy!

    We had a visit Saturday evening on the way home from North Adams. The temperature outside was…read moresubzero and unfortunately inside the restaurant was similar. Apparently the heating system was not functioning. We ordered a bottled domestic beer and a specialty cocktail. My beer was opened and the entire neck overflowed into the coaster. Despite 2 ounces being spilled I was not offered a fresh beer. The wet bottled was not wiped down and with no napkins, drops fell with my first few sips. The specialty cosmo had a substitute vodka as the bar was out of the particular flavored vodka listed in the menu. Despite these initials concerns we ordered food. I asked the server about specials and she replied with two portions of prime rib. Later come to hear there was no prime rib due to the facility issue mentioned earlier. My friend seemed pleased with the French onion soup. My burger was lacking in flavor, the main topping,mushrooms, and overcooked. This was a surprising result as the server asked twice if I wanted medium pink. Hopefully the small steps of service ans food will warm up!

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    Freight Yard Pub & Restaurant - lasagna

    Freight Yard Pub & Restaurant

    3.5(224 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    Amazing place Awesome wings…read more10/10 western burger with fries! Awesome server! Would highly recommend this place!

    we traveled here on a friday night, and it was packed! at first, we were offered a seat outside on…read morethe patio with the promise of a heater, but it was pretty chilly and no one else was there so we decided we may go somewhere else rather than waiting 30 minutes. our host arranged a table for us upstairs, which was much appreciated. our server was matt, he was excellent from start to finish. for starters, i tried their cup of chili, and my friend ordered the french onion soup. the chili was good, a little watery and nothing super special, and it came with tortilla chips. my friend loved her french onion soup. for our meals, i ordered the lasagna, and they ordered the chicken parmesan, and the buffalo chicken salad. the lasagna was delicious and huge, it was packed with a ton of meat, onions & peppers, and not much pasta, nor ricotta, but i really preferred it the way they prepared it. the buffalo chicken salad had a peanut sauce dressing, and was delicious, and their chicken parmesan was great. all hearty portions. for dessert, we tried their strawberry rhubarb pie and the peanut butter cookie skillet. the strawberry rhubarb was great, it is 1/3 of a pie! the peanut butter cookie skillet was also delicious, and came with a huge portion of ice cream. french onion soup 10/10 chili 6.6/10 lasagna 8.8/10 chicken parm 8/10 buffalo chicken salad 9/10 peanut butter cookie skillet 10/10 strawberry rhubarb pie 9/10 overall, very homey ambiance downstairs with a slightly elevated vibe upstairs. excellent service provided by matt & our host (didn't catch her name), and great, completely filling food. i really loved our meals more than i expected, and recommend this restaurant if you're in the area. ambiance: 4/5 food: 4.5/5 drinks: n/a service: 6/5 freight yard pub & restaurant: 4.6/5

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    Madison Brewing Company Pub & Restaurant - Turkey Maple Sandwhich

    Madison Brewing Company Pub & Restaurant

    3.9(461 reviews)
    11.6 mi
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    Another win for Me in Vermont!!! Yummy food! Sweet and…read moreefficient staff!! Easy atmosphere with familiar music is just what I needed on my grumpy ( not common) weekend! I had some really Yum burger with bacon, onions, on a gluten free bun!! I got the chips with a side of slaw, cause veggies!! All good! I'm working a gig with youth this semester so I'm abstaining from alcohol: The Athletic Mexican is delish! Check it out, you won't be disappointed!!

    Wanted to enjoy this place. However left with amazement, disappointment and utter lack of…read moreprofessionalism. Start with the food it was ok. Nothing wow or great just ok. Flavor on the food was just lacking. Even the Vermont cheddar cheese was bland and only a whisper of sharpness. The home made chips good but lacked anything special. The true problem of this place is the ownership/management. We went there little after it opened. To see a table with a 5 gallon bucket of utensils and servers doing their side work on a table you have to walk past to get to anywhere in the seating area. Then we come to the management/owner. My biggest pet peeve is doing the books or daily paperwork in the guest area. You have an office or a place away from your guests. Not in full view and with in ear shot of your guests. And not in a place where sound carries. The BIGGEST complaint is the language. You are the leader of your staff. You set an example for the behavior and attitude of your staff. Dropping F-BOMBS and other vulgar language is not at anytime acceptable. Clearly the servers knew it and didn't thankfully follow your lead. This is NOT your buddies garage or basement. You are having people come in and hearing your language and seeing and clearly hearing your behavior I can not recommend going here. If it was based on food maybe. But clearly the ownership and leadership will keep me away from here. Such potential wasted by such poor work ethics.

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    The Egremont Barn

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    4.2(33 reviews)
    39.3 mi
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    A Community Venue Changed…read more The Egremont Barn, now operating as Buttonball Barn, was once a cornerstone of local music and community gathering. Because of our long-standing connection to the space, my husband and I chose it for our wedding celebration, placing our deposit with the previous owners, who were professional and supportive throughout the process. After the property changed ownership, we still proceeded with our event in October. This celebration held particular significance, as my father was seriously ill at the time, and we were grateful he was able to attend. Unfortunately, our experience with the new ownership raised serious concerns about professionalism, transparency, and respect for both clients and staff. On the day of the event, the owner attempted to impose additional charges not outlined in our contract. This included a demand for a $500 fee for using a room to get ready--a space she had explicitly told me I could use earlier in the day, noting it was acceptable despite the building being under construction. While I was getting ready, she entered the room while my mother and a family friend were assisting me and removed a rug from beneath them, stating that I "wasn't supposed to use the room all day." I chose not to address this at the time in order to preserve the tone of the day. Throughout the event, the owner was also openly drinking at the open bar, which had been paid for by my father. As the night concluded, she insisted that I personally break down the entire venue either immediately or first thing the following morning--despite knowing I had family visiting--or I would be charged for a cleaning crew. This expectation had not been communicated beforehand and was not included in the contract. When I suggested discussing it the next day, she continued to press the issue and confronted my husband, who attempted to redirect the conversation. To avoid further escalation, my friends and I cleaned the venue that night--while I was still in my wedding dress. She later stated that she would retain space heaters I had purchased in exchange for waiving the disputed room fee. When I noted that none of these charges or arrangements were contractually agreed upon, she responded, "I'm expensive, and I'm not in the contract either, honey," in reference to her being casted on The Real Housewives of New York City. Additionally, her conduct toward long-standing staff members--many of whom had supported the venue for years--was concerning and contributed to an atmosphere that felt transactional rather than community-centered. Some of those staff members have since left the venue. What was most troubling was the timing and context. The attempts to extract additional money occurred at the end of a wedding celebration involving a seriously ill parent, placing unnecessary stress on a family during an already significant moment. The Egremont Barn once represented collaboration, music, and mutual respect. Under its current ownership, that spirit appears to have shifted toward aesthetics and revenue at the expense of community and care. I encourage readers to proceed with caution, ask detailed questions, and ensure all expectations are clearly documented in writing before booking events there.

    Unique, fun, friendly staff great music and great drinks - what else could you want…read moreWill join the Griswold in Essex, CT as a favorite Inn and tavern

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    MacLaomainn's Scottish Pub - Steak Pie

    MacLaomainn's Scottish Pub

    4.2(224 reviews)
    49.1 mi
    $$

    Small place with good service. Very Scottish with interesting decor. The chicken salad with corn I…read moregot on my garden salad was tasty and definitely interesting. Hubby reported his roast beef sandwich was great although the roast beef looked overcooked to me. What was dubious, however, were the French fries. They had a sort of mealy texture and a very odd taste--I thought they used coconut oil to fry but hubby thinks they coated them with baking soda, then fried. Either way I wasn't a fan.

    It's slim pickings for restaurants open "late" (after 7:30 pm) in this area, so we were happy to…read morefind, and be able to make a reservation, at MacLaomainns. The inside is charming and has that old wooden bar smell that I like. This would be a great place to grab a drink on a cold winter day. Very Scottish, lol. We were seated immediately for our 6:30 dinner reservation. We each ordered appetizers, which took nearly 45 minutes to arrive, even the cup of soup. Mozzarella sticks were nothing special, the cheddar tomato soup was really tasty. My mother in law loved the cock-a-leekie soup, and my father in law liked his scotch egg. It took another 20-25 minutes for our entrees to arrive. For a restaurant that closes at 8 pm, it was surprising at how long the food took to come out. They must have a very small kitchen. Everyone in our group liked their meal. My "loaded vegetarian baked potato" was just a full cup of sour cream and cheese on top of a potato with lukewarm broccoli on the side. A bit disappointing, with there were at least chives or seasoning. Basically nothing else vegetarian on the menu so this was what I was stuck with. Desserts were good, especially the sticky toffee pudding. I would call this place a step above average in the area, but service leaves a lot to be desired.

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