Fodor's Expert Review Castle Street Café

Chef-owner Michael Ballon wins raves for his simple but elegant cuisine and masterful hand with fresh area produce. Local artworks, hardwood floors, and sleek furnishings create an understated interior—a perfect backdrop for oysters on the half shell or duck with black-currant sauce. The wine list has smart selections in all price ranges, and the bread basket's warm offerings are the work of the Berkshire Mountain Bakery. The frequent evening jazz may seem ear-splittingly loud if you aren't a fan.