Sturbridge and The Pioneer Valley Restaurants

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  • 1. Herrell's Ice Cream

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    On the lower level of Thornes Marketplace, Herrell's is known for not only having some of the state's best ice cream, but also for being the first ice-cream shop to mix in brand-name candies with its ice cream. Flavors often rotate, but an up-to-the-minute list is available online.

    8 Old South St., Massachusetts, 01060, USA
    413-586–9700

    Known For

    • Homemade small-batch hot fudge
    • Malted vanilla and chocolate pudding flavors
    • Dairy-free and sugar-free flavors
  • 2. The Student Prince & The Fort

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    Impressive beer-stein and corkscrew collections at the bar and dark-wood paneling lend this restaurant the feel of a convivial hunting lodge, which the antlers and stained-glass windows in the side dining room accentuate. The menu is decidedly meat-centric—beef, chicken, veal, lamb, pork, and delectable homemade sausages—focused on German dishes with some must-have sauerkraut.

    8 Fort St., Massachusetts, 01103, USA
    413-734–7475

    Known For

    • Incredible homemade sauerkraut
    • Various German sausages
    • Impressive decor
  • 3. Amherst Coffee + Bar

    $ | Coffee

    Grab a coffee or a cocktail before the movies at this hip café-by-morning, bar-by-night spot that shares an address with the Amherst Cinema building.

    28 Amity St., Massachusetts, 01002, USA
    413-256–8987

    Known For

    • Great scotch menu
    • Friendly service
    • Impressive latte art
  • 4. Bombay Royale

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    The deep-blue walls and spacious interior lend a calming vibe to this Indian restaurant, whose extensive menu ranges from South Indian to Indo-Chinese dishes. Whether you're in the mood for chicken, lamb, or something vegan, you'll have a dozen good options in your chosen category.

    1 Roundhouse Plaza, Massachusetts, 01060, USA
    413-341--3537

    Known For

    • Lunch buffets
    • Giant masala dosa
    • Spotty service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 5. Bub's Bar-B-Q

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    You can smell the sweet and tangy homemade barbecue sauce even before you enter this down-home rib joint where awards and positive newspaper reviews line the walls and a stuffed pig carries your order to the kitchen. Everything from hush puppies to pulled pork is expertly done, and the dinners all come with a large and sumptuous buffet of sides.

    676 Amherst Rd., Massachusetts, 01375, USA
    413-548–9630

    Known For

    • Free jukebox
    • Hot bar and cold bar
    • Copious outdoor seating

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
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  • 6. Caminito Steakhouse

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    Caminito's red-and-black interior offers casual elegance in spades. The menu is small, but the flavor is not, so you can count on excellent results whether you order your steak raw as tartare, baked into empanadas, or simply as a large individual cut.

    7 Old South St., Massachusetts, 01060, USA
    413-387--6387

    Known For

    • Filet mignon
    • Empanadas with rotating fillings
    • Live Spanish guitar music at a reasonable volume

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch
  • 7. Donut Dip

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    This family-run business has been making doughnuts since 1957. Doughnut purists go there for the Old Fashioned Sour Cream, Apple Cider, and Honey Dip, but if you're feeling more adventurous there's plenty to choose from in the jelly, frosting, and sprinkles department, including a decadent bacon-topped creation.

    1305 Riverdale St., Massachusetts, 01089, USA
    413-733–9604

    Known For

    • Old Fashioned Sour Cream doughnuts
    • Friendly service—if you don't see a doughnut you want, ask for it
    • Freshly brewed coffee
  • 8. Flayvors of Cook Farm

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    The main advantage of stopping for the delicious homemade ice cream at this family farm is that you can see the dairy cows from the dining tables—and even pet them, if you're brave. Sandwiches and mac and cheese are available as well, if for some reason, you're not in the mood for ice cream.

    129 S. Maple St., Massachusetts, 01035, USA
    413-584–2224

    Known For

    • Very locally sourced dairy
    • Proximity to cows
    • Asparagus ice cream
  • 9. Food 101 Bar & Bistro

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    There's nothing basic about this popular restaurant across from the Mount Holyoke campus, and the atmosphere—from the fancy plating to the nice lighting—almost justifies the high prices, which is why this little spot is a magnet for foodies, yuppies, and college students on their parents' tabs. Dishes—everything from seafood to steak—are complicated but mostly successful.

    19 College St., Massachusetts, 01075, USA
    413-535–3101

    Known For

    • Pricey, yet elegant
    • French fries with wasabi mayo
    • Filet mignon

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch
  • 10. Hearty Eats

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    You don't have to be vegetarian to appreciate the fresh, local, organic offerings at this tiny community-focused café. Sharing an entrance with an arts co-op, the café itself lacks ambience, but does offer up a tasty variety of healthy options that exclude any meat except fish.

    24 Bridge St., Massachusetts, 01370, USA
    413-625--6460

    Known For

    • Wide vegetarian selection
    • Falafel and fried-fish bites
    • Fresh juices
  • 11. IYA Sushi and Noodle Kitchen

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    With puns on the menu and the staff's shirts, this sushi and noodle bar serves up fun in addition to ramen, bao, and a wide variety of sushi. The atmosphere is upscale casual and would be even more pleasant if it weren't always busy, but that's the price you pay for good food.

    15 College St., Massachusetts, 01075, USA
    413-532--8000

    Known For

    • Amusing food puns located everywhere
    • Big bowls of rich-brothed ramen
    • Poke bowls
  • 12. La Fiorentina Pastry Shop

    $ | Coffee

    Springfield's South End is home to a lively Little Italy, including this full bakery that has doled out a wide variety of heavenly pastries (and coffee) since the 1940s.

    883 Main St., Massachusetts, 01105, USA
    413-732–3151

    Known For

    • Chocolate-covered cannoli
    • Breakfast menu
    • Attached deli
  • 13. Mission Cantina

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    Diners pack this loud and colorful cantina daily to enjoy Mexican food at reasonable prices. What the small menu lacks in variety, it makes up for in reliability; everything from the crispy fish tacos to the carnitas enchiladas is worth trying.

    485 West St., Massachusetts, 01002, USA
    413-230–3580

    Known For

    • Long waits during prime dinner hours
    • Delicious (but not free) chips and salsa
    • Offbeat margaritas with interesting fruits and flavors

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch weekdays
  • 14. Mocha Maya's Coffee House

    $ | Coffee

    Locals come here for the cool vibe, live music, and great coffee. Local art, which is often for sale, decorates the rich red walls, completing the artsy vibe.

    47 Bridge St., Massachusetts, 01370, USA
    413-625–6292

    Known For

    • Live music
    • Craft/micro-brewed beers
    • Fun blended drinks like frozen hot chocolate
  • 15. Northampton Brewery

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    In a rambling building in Brewster Court, this noisy and often-packed pub has extensive outdoor seating on a deck. The kitchen turns out sandwiches and comfort food, including stuffed peppers and burgers with blue cheese and caramelized onions. The main draws here, though, are the local and international brews, best enjoyed with some appetizers.

    11 Brewster Ct., Massachusetts, 01060, USA
    413-584–9903

    Known For

    • Flaky-light catfish bites
    • Humanely sourced meat
    • Beer-battered appetizers

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted, Closed Wed.
  • 16. Osaka

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    The hillside enclosed porch overlooking the center of town makes Osaka the most recognizable restaurant in Northampton, as well as one of the best dining spots. Whether you're in the mood for sushi, a bento box lunch, or a full hibachi dinner, Osaka serves up traditional Japanese favorites in a welcoming atmosphere.

    7 Old South St., Massachusetts, 01060, USA
    413-587--9548

    Known For

    • Kobe beef sushi
    • Entertaining hibachi chefs
    • Bento box lunches
  • 17. Pho Saigon

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    A little out of the way, this understated eatery serves authentic Vietnamese cuisine at wallet-pleasing prices. Whether you enjoy the eponymous made-from-scratch soups, fried dishes with meat, or plentiful vegetarian options, the menu has you covered.

    400 Dickinson St., Massachusetts, 01108, USA
    413-781–4488

    Known For

    • Variety of authentic homemade pho
    • Bánh xèo
    • Getting your car towed if you park in the lot across the street

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Wed.
  • 18. Red Rose

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    Featuring massive chandeliers, an open kitchen, and a large dining area, this half-century-old family restaurant is a big, brassy eatery where everyone from canoodling couples to huge parties can feel right at home. The menu features the usual gamut of Italian favorites such as the exquisite eggplant dishes, as well as a variety of pizzas made from a half-century-old recipe.

    1060 Main St., Massachusetts, 01108, USA
    413-739–8510

    Known For

    • Eggplant Parmigiana
    • Primavera pizza
    • Heaping platters of pasta

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Tues., Reservations essential
  • 19. Richardson's Candy Kitchen

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    The name is no joke: the back half of this store is a kitchen where you can see delectable chocolates being made. A short drive from Historic Deerfield, Richardson's sells luscious cream-filled chocolates, truffles, and other handmade confections, not to mention ice cream.

    500 Greenfield Rd., Massachusetts, 01342, USA
    413-772–0443

    Known For

    • Melt-in-your-mouth Almond Acorns
    • Selection of sugar-free chocolates
    • Chocolate-covered strawberries
  • 20. The Roost

    $ | Coffee

    The Noho coffee scene is filled with small spots for college students to refuel and tourists to take a break, but none have the same vintage-meets-industrial charm of The Roost. Grab a house-drip coffee with a breakfast sandwich or one of their bakery items.

    1 Market St., Massachusetts, 01060, USA
    413-587–2625

    Known For

    • Industrial coffeehouse vibe with exposed brick and subway tiles
    • Theme nights that include bingo, board games
    • Inventive vegan options

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