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Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in Central and Western MA

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are great for groups in Central and Western MA? 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 Piccolo's restaurant
4.8
4.8 (814)
$30 and under
Italian
Worcester
About the restaurant
A unique destination for Worcester's movers and shakers, Piccolo's has become the place to go for great Italian cuisine, a glass of good wine and an eclectic social mix not found elsewhere on Shrewsbury Street.
Top review
bonnie
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Great experience. Ashley was terrific. Atmosphere is just what I needed. We will be back.
A photo of Chashu Ramen + Izakaya restaurant
4.8
4.8 (582)
$31 to $50
Japanese
Worcester
About the restaurant
Chashu Ramen + Izakaya is bringing fire to Worcester. The latest collaboration between Worcester’s own Son Vo of Kaizen and Pho Sure and Tam Le of Pho Linh and Reign Drink Lab, Chashu brings Japanese inspired fare to downtown Worcester. Power lunches, happy hours, and sophisticated nightcaps are about to be redefined.
Top review
LeonardVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Incredible as always. We love the food and drinks!
A photo of The Rail Trail Flatbread Co. - Milford restaurant
4.8
4.8 (308)
$30 and under
Pizza Bar
Milford
About the restaurant
The Rail Trail Flatbread Co., celebrated its grand opening on 12/12/23, marking not only a milestone in Milford's downtown revitalization but also a nod to the original Hudson location's success. Built in a meticulously renovated former bank that features a spacious restaurant and bar, outdoor patio, and upstairs events space, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

The Milford location reflects a two-and-a-half-year renovation effort, preserving historical elements like the century-old clock, vault door, and exposed brick walls. The open dining layout encourages interaction, adorned with family photos for a homey feel.

Though famous for flatbreads, Rail Trail boasts diverse offerings, each component is made in-house. Notable flatbreads include "Fig & Walnut" and "Mexican Street Corn," alongside the popular "Primo Pepperoni." Appetizers like "Hot Tots" and "Sesame Cauliflower" showcase Rail Trail's culinary creativity.


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RichardVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Food was amazing.. Jessica our server was very attentive and really fun to work with.. Amazing experience.. Thank you
A photo of Dino's Ristorante restaurant
4.7
4.7 (147)
$30 and under
Italian
Worcester
About the restaurant
Dino's Restaurant is an authentic Italian restaurant located in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dino’s has been serving its customers the finest Northern and Southern Italian cuisine, as well as a variety of American foods, for over 40 years, with seafood as a specialty. In that time, Dino's serves cuisine from both the northern and southern regions of Italy, with seafood, steaks, veal, and pizzas being the specialties of the house.

At Dino’s, we believe that our customers deserve the best. With that in mind, we ensure that all of our entrées are cooked to order, using the freshest ingredients, which are visually pleasing to the eye as they are to the palette. We also offer business, social and holiday function facilities in The Café, our private function room, which includes a full service bar. Dino’s also provides catering and delivery services. It is our pleasure to serve you and let us give you a little taste of Italy!

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Eric
Dined 1 day ago
Very good experience. The food was excellent. A real hidden gem
A photo of Johnny's Tavern restaurant
4.6
4.6 (996)
$30 and under
American
Amherst
About the restaurant
Johnny’s Tavern in Amherst manages to provide a mixed ambiance of classy, laidback charm and décor. The dining room provides a nice atmosphere for a date night or a group of friends. Even a rather large group can sit comfortably in the expansive dining area. The bar features televisions where you can catch your favorite sporting events while dining on your food.

The food at Johnny’s Tavern is delicious and always well-prepared. Meals are cooked to order to ensure that diners with various dining preferences can all come in and enjoy a meal. If you are looking for some recommendations, you should try the truffle fries, brussels sprouts, burgers or the house made gnocchi. Stop in at Johnny’s Tavern to see what other amazing food options are available on the menu.

Top review
TonyVIP
Dined 1 day ago
First time here. Fried chicken was fantastic ! Service was excellent.
A photo of The Student Prince Cafe restaurant
4.6
4.6 (764)
$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.

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NancyVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food and good service. First time, and we'll definitely be back.
A photo of Tavern in the Square - Shrewsbury restaurant
4.6
4.6 (1009)
$30 and under
American
Shrewsbury
About the restaurant
Tavern in the Square located at the Lakeway Commons on route 9 in Shrewsbury. Our Tavern in the Square Shrewsbury location features an open floor plan along with a 50 seat bar that extends on to our patio. 50 beers on draft and a menu made with the freshest ingredients and our big screen TV’s to watch all your favorite sports teams. Our all season enclosed patio features dining tables, bar chairs, and a lounge area.
Top review
KathyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Our entree came out a minute after our appetizers.
A photo of Nuovo Restaurant restaurant
4.5
4.5 (1586)
$31 to $50
Italian
Worcester
About the restaurant
Nuovo Restaurant is located on 92 Shrewsbury St, with ample parking in the rear of the building (Hill St), and complimentary Valet Parking service. Nuovo Restaurant in Worcester is known for their friendly and exceptional serving and food quality. Serves Italian cuisine with Mediterranean flare and provides an extensive wine list. Perfect place to have dinner with family, a group of friends, or a date night.
For reservations of 7 guests or more please call at 508-796-5915 or text at 508-826-8053.
The 2 private dinning rooms with dancing floor and WIFI available are ideal for a seat down dinner up to 90 guests, or a cocktail party up to 150, and everything in between.

Top review
Robert
Dined 2 days ago
Each part of the meal came out perfect and on time. We got the Fra Diavlo mussels for an appetizer. It was a huge plate full of delicious and perfectly cooked mussels with plenty of sauce. We each ordered an entree. The food was excellent and very rich. There were plenty of leftovers so I would say the portions were large. The waiter was very attentive to all our needs. The atmosphere was quiet. There was a little difficulty finding parking as the lot next door has changed the way to park there.
A photo of The Mercantile restaurant
4.5
4.5 (893)
$30 and under
American
Worcester
About the restaurant
Serving up New American Tavern Cuisine in our two-floor full-service restaurant and bar, equipped with two 50-seat bars, world-inspired snacks and entrees, brick pizza oven, private event space, and an open rooftop patio that offers views of downtown Worcester and City Square. Located next to the DCU Center and minutes from Polar Park, we’re a natural choice pre and post-game.

*Due to limited patio seating, we do not take reservations for our patio. Please note the patio request in your reservation, or ask upon arrival, and we will do our best to accommodate.

**The rooftop is open Wednesday-Friday 4 PM - close. Saturday & Sunday 12 PM - close.

***Public parking is available at The Mercantile Center Garage with direct access to the restaurant on Level 3A.

Top review
Robyn
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Very beautiful establishment! Staff was very friendly & helpful & food was delish!!
A photo of Leo's Ristorante restaurant
4.4
4.4 (428)
$30 and under
Italian
Worcester
About the restaurant
Leo's Ristorante offers excellent Italian cuisine at inexpensive prices. The Turo family has been providing quality Italian cuisine for over 50 years. Our beautiful decor and comfortable dining room is a great start to a memorable dining experience. Come see for yourself.

Top review
JuneVIP
Dined on Dec 11, 2024
I have been dining at Leo's for years. It is a favorite. I usually order a veal dish, but this evening I ordered a salmon dinner and it was really delicious. Leo's is 16 miles from my house and that tells you a lot.
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