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1. Nuovo Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1579)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Worcester
Booked 14 times today
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.
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2. Piccolo's
4.7
Exceptional(812)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Worcester
Booked 17 times today
Piccolo's is a gem of Worcester, offering a unique blend of Italian cuisine, eclectic social mix, and good wine. Reviews consistently praise the excellent food, friendly service, and cozy atmosphere. A reviewer mentioned, 'Always enjoy Piccolo’s. The food is wonderful, servings generous, and the place is relatively quiet for a cozy meal.' Others shared their plans to make it a 'go-to' place, indicating its popularity.
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3. Leo's Ristorante
4.6
Exceptional(423)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Worcester
Booked 12 times today
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.
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4. Willy’s Steakhouse Grill & Sushi Bar
4.8
Exceptional(2902)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Shrewsbury
Booked 35 times today
Welcome to Willy's Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, nestled in historic Shrewsbury Center. Established in 1995, we offer an intimate dining experience characterized by elegant wood paneling, crisp white table linens, a polished granite bar, and soft lighting.We pride ourselves on serving the finest choice cuts of beef, dry-aged for a minimum of 21 days, along with exquisite seafood delivered fresh daily. Our menu also features skillfully prepared sushi, perfect for the most discerning sushi connoisseurs. From classic favorites to original signature entrées, each dish is crafted with the freshest ingredients, including locally sourced produce.Enhance your meal by selecting from our extensive wine list, or let our knowledgeable waitstaff assist you in finding the perfect pairing. Our seasoned servers and bartenders are dedicated to providing exceptional service.We have private parking and valet service available for added convenience.
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5. Tavern in the Square - Shrewsbury
4.6
Exceptional(999)
Price: Moderate
• American • Shrewsbury
Booked 72 times today
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.
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6. Dino's Ristorante
4.7
Exceptional(137)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Worcester
Booked 10 times today
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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  • Katherine
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Delicious steak and fish. High quality of foods and attentive service. We come here for special occasions and always leave happy.
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    Willy’s Steakhouse Grill & Sushi BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Shrewsbury
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    4.8
  • Tim
    Orlando / Central Florida East •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Last night we had dinner with friends here, the food was very good. Our waitress was amazing.
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    Nuovo RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Worcester
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    4.5
  • Christine
    Greater Boston •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    First time visitors. There wasn’t anything they could’ve have been better. Service staff was friendly, helpful and attentive, they were not pushy or rushing us. Value was great- average prices for similar restaurant. Food was OUTSTANDING! A rundown: Bread, served with oil - delicious Clam chowder- not too thick broth, diced clams, chunky potatoes, peppery- suburb, above average chowder. Haddock Della Note- great portion size. Served with roast potatoes and veggies- delicious. Cooked to perfection. Salmon Balsamico- large portion size - tomato balsamic salsa atop grilled to perfection salmon. Served with roasted potato and veggies. Dessert- chocolate peanut butter cake. The perfect blend of moist cake and creamy peanut butter. Would give 10 stars! Will be back!
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    Piccolo'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Worcester
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    4.7
  • Robert
    Greater Boston •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 11, 2024
    Menu had a lot of good choices. Food and service was great. Friendly staff.
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    Tavern in the Square - ShrewsburyPrice: Moderate• American• Shrewsbury
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    4.6
  • Elizabeth
    New York City •25 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Nov 10, 2024
    Very nice dining experience! . The food was very good and the service was excellent. We will return!
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    Leo's RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Worcester
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    4.6

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Worcester

Discover the charm of Worcester's dining scene with our curated list of neighborhood gems located in Central and Western MA, specifically in Central MA and Worcester. These restaurants embody the essence of the local culture, offering an array of cuisines with a focus on quality and a welcoming environment. Each establishment stands out for its commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences, characterized by fresh ingredients, innovative dishes, and impeccable service. The dining atmosphere in Worcester is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the community's rich blend of traditional and contemporary tastes. Whether you're in the mood for sophisticated American cuisine or the heartwarming richness of Italian dishes, these neighborhood gems provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable meal. Ideal for everything from casual dining to special occasions, these eateries offer a cozy ambiance that locals and visitors alike continually praise. Embrace the local flavors and exceptional dining experiences that make Worcester a true culinary destination.

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