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Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Western Massachusetts

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Western Massachusetts? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Mezze Bistro + Bar restaurant
4.9
4.9 (2367)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Williamstown
About the restaurant
Mezze Bistro + Bar serves a prix fixe menu inspired by the Mediterranean using local ingredients. Craft cocktails, boutique wines, and small-batch beers highlight the beverage program. We are nestled next to Williamstown Rural Lands' Sheep Hill. During summer dine al fresco on our deck, please make a note if that's your preference in your reservation. To learn about private dining options for groups of up to 25 contact: mezzebistro@mezzeinc.com.

Mezze Hospitality Group, includes Mezze Events, a full-service events company, BLUEBiRD & CO. casual, a la carte restaurant at the base of Jiminy Peak. Come for the food, stay for the rooms with Mezze Guesthouse, a five-unit, boutique & contactless accommodation only steps above Mezze Bistro.

Top review
Catherine
Dined 7 days ago
Delightful. The service was top notch as was the food. First time dinning here while visiting for the weekend, will travel back just to eat here again.
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4.8
4.8 (971)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
New Marlborough
About the restaurant
Dining at The Old Inn on the Green is an extraordinary experience: fine wine, great food, attentive, knowledgeable service and the dining rooms illuminated only by candle light. Chef and Owner Peter Platt, along with his team, work to create innovative and memorable meals that are an event unto themselves. Currently, we are offering a $85 prix fixe menu with 5-6 choices per course every night we are open. The hours for dinner are Wednesday through Sunday 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm for both indoors and in an all new screened outdoor room. The wine list is graced with an array of thoughtfully selected estate bottled wines from France, California, Italy and around the world. In addition to candlelight, in the colder months there are wood burning fireplaces in each room. A copy of our current menu can be found on the home page of our website www.oldinn.com.
Top review
Karen
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
Outstanding! Food was delicious and service was impeccable. Such a lovely romantic spot. Highly recommend.
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4.8
4.8 (1933)
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian
West Springfield
About the restaurant
bNapoli Italian is a contemporary Italian restaurant serving authentic cuisine from the Naples region of Italy using only top quality ingredients. Reservations are highly recommended as they are booking for indoor as well as outdoor dining on their 28 seat enclosed patio.

BNapoli is known for their professional yet approachable service, beautifully created from scratch menu and inventive balanced cocktails. They offer an eclectic 100 label variety of new and old world wine focused mainly on North America and Italy from a glass enclosed temperature controlled wine room. Their cocktail menu is culinary based and guest focused offering creative seasonal takes on timeless classics and they also offer six draft lines featuring local breweries as well as a small curated selection of bottles.

Top review
Michael
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
There’s no better or nicer restaurant in the area. Fantastic dining experience.
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4.6
4.6 (1160)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Springfield
About the restaurant
The 350 Grill offers Las Vegas style decor and surrounds you with crisp white linens, dark wood colors and richly appointed fixtures.The menu offers a large variety from Tapas and appetizers to a full complement of Lunch and Diner entrees. The 350 Grill also offers classic and specialty desserts. The restaurant also offers elegant outdoor dining on our patio.
Top review
kelly
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Great atmosphere, delicious food, outstanding waitress and awesome band!!
A photo of Villa Napoletana restaurant
4.6
4.6 (761)
$30 and under
Italian
East Longmeadow
About the restaurant
“The combination of exquisite food, superb service and excellent ambiance all create an experience you will never forget.” Since 1998, Villa Napoletana has offered the finest southern Italian cuisine, service and atmosphere to all who enjoy making memorable experiences. Villa Napoletana is committed to selecting only the freshest ingredients available. To us it is a constant culinary challenge to bring guests the finest Italian food that can be provided. We look forward to serving our guests with innovative specials!
Top review
WayneR
Dined 1 day ago
Everything was great. We all enjoyed our meals
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4.6
4.6 (763)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Springfield
About the restaurant
Since 1935, Student Prince has offered largest selection of Bavarian and German beers paired with American, Seafood, Steakhouse, and European-inspired cuisine.

Top review
Debbie
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Food and service was great! It was a little noisy but overall great experience!
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4.5
4.5 (612)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Northampton
About the restaurant
Award Winning Wood Fire Steakhouse. Great selection of South American Wines. Seasonal outdoor patio. Come in and taste the wood fire difference!
Top review
Alex
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
Ben was an amazing server, and all of the dishes were great. I had the dry aged porterhouse, and the others had the ribeye and filet. All were cooked perfect and very tender. Would definitely recommend the trip!
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A photo of Max Tavern - Springfield restaurant
4.5
4.5 (94)
$31 to $50
American
Springfield
About the restaurant
!Max Tavern's innovative menu features contemporary American cuisine, classic chophouse fare, craft cocktails, and more. Our team strives to make sure you have a memorable dining experience each and every time.

If you're looking to make a larger reservation please contact us directly at (413)-746-6299

Top review
Andy
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Max never disappoints. Food and presentations were outstanding. Service was top notch.
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4.4
4.4 (3020)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Stockbridge
About the restaurant
Since welcoming its first guests in 1773, The Red Lion Inn has earned a reputation for outstanding food and genuine country hospitality. Those traditions are continued today by Executive Chef Jon Sterrett, whose kitchen features contemporary cuisine that is rooted in the region's history and harvests. Emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients and a huge proponent of buying locally and sustaining the region, Chef Sterrett regularly updates the Inn's menus to reflect the bounty of each season. Guests choose from the elegant Main Dining Room and the cozy Widow Bingham's Tavern. The wine list offers 500 plus selections, and has received the Wine Spectator best of Award of Excellence for ten consecutive years; Sommelier Tim Eustis helps pair wines with meals. If you would like to dine in the Tavern, please choose Bar when making your reservation.
Top review
Catherine
Dined 1 day ago
Had 1 pm reservations for a Friday lunch and were seated promptly. Dining room was full which was a sign of its popularity. The dining room was nicely decorated and the table settings and tablecloths were a quality touch. Nathan, our server was exceedingly polite and welcoming: a professional in all respects. We ordered the Chicken pot pie. I noticed that no side salad was available on the menu and asked Nathan if one were available. He said it wasn’t a problem at all and the side salads provided were perfect. The pot pie was served in a a tall, cup-like dish, sitting in a lower, wider dish, topped with a puff-pastry biscuit on top. We actually weren’t sure how to eat it and Nathan explained we should remove the pastry, pour the pot pie into the larger dish, and put the pastry on top. The instructions were very helpful and given in such a way as to not embarrass us, much to Nathan’s credit. The pot pie was delicious with generously-sized portions of white meat. We ordered a side of breads, a small basket with a variety of rolls. All were freshly made and tasty. We finished with apple pie a la mode. The pie was also freshly-made and delicious, with a fluffy crust totally different than mass-produced pies. Red Lion is definitely worth the visit: both the food and staff are exceptional and the Inn is just full of character. Make sure you make reservations!
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4.4
4.4 (403)
$30 and under
Farm-to-table
Lenox
About the restaurant
Welcome to Gateways Dine & Drink, located in the historic Gateways Inn!
Our menu has something for everyone to enjoy. Fresh dishes created by our chef and amazing staff for our locals and visiting guests alike. Our tasty grass-fed beef burger and salmon dishes are guest favorites!
But don't forget to leave room for dessert...

Please inquire about private events, up to and including wedding receptions.

Top review
Darren
Dined on Nov 1, 2024
The service and food were great. The live piano music was amazing as well. The only thing was that there was a large gathering in the bar area that was really loud and disruptive to the diners in the restaurant area. Otherwise, it was a great time.
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