Restaurants near Mechanics Hall

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1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Worcester

4.7

Exceptional(689)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Worcester

Booked 20 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Worcester serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So, whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested, and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

2. The Mercantile

4.5

Awesome(961)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Worcester

Booked 64 times today

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.

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3. Chashu Ramen + Izakaya

4.8

Exceptional(614)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Worcester

Booked 12 times today

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.

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4. 158 Sports Grill Garage

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2.7

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Worcester

158 Sports Grill Restaurant is your ultimate destination for an exceptional dining and sports viewing experience. We offer free garage parking next door. Located in the heart of the community, our vibrant and welcoming atmosphere is perfect for sports enthusiasts and families alike. At 158 Sports Grill, we pride ourselves on serving a diverse menu featuring classic favorites, including juicy steaks, succulent wings, fresh salads, and hearty sandwiches, all prepared with the finest ingredients. Our state-of-the-art facilities include multiple large-screen TVs strategically placed throughout the venue, ensuring you never miss a moment of the action, whether it’s the big game, a championship match, or any sporting event of your choice!

5. Nuovo Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1594)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Worcester

Booked 9 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.

6. Piccolo's

4.8

Exceptional(834)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Worcester

Booked 7 times today

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.

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7. Baba Sushi Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(125)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Worcester

Booked 12 times today

Baba Sushi Restaurant is an award winning sushi restaurant in Worcester. Not only does it serve up the most innovative and freshest sushi, consider the sushi making classes on Sundays if you’d like to learn how to make them at home. Baba Sushi Restaurant takes pride in offering a sophisticated atmosphere. The master chef and owner of Baba Sushi Restaurant was trained in China and enjoys pushing to bring more creativity and innovation to the art of sushi. The results are as entertaining to see as they are to consume. With sushi, starters, salads, soups, tori tori and entrees to choose from, every visit can be a new experience.

8. Leo's Ristorante

4.1

Excellent(446)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Worcester

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.

9. Dino's Ristorante

4.6

Exceptional(177)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Worcester

Booked 3 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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10. Cocktail Garden & Kitchen

3.6

Very Good(9)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Worcester

Booked 1 time today

Welcome! Stop in and enjoy the largest patio in Downtown Worcester! The Hottest hotspot featuring a Hand-Crafted Cocktail and Beer menu and a selection of small bites, making it the perfect way to start your day or night. Between our patio, pavilion, and the Tap Room we have the perfect space for your private event. Large or small Cocktail Garden & Kitchen is your spot for all your party needs. We create a fun atmosphere with music, great Cocktails and Beer and phenomenal food for birthday parties, corporate happy hour, wedding welcome parties and more!

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MCDC
Greater Boston •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Good food great drinks excellent for a date night
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The MercantilePrice: Moderate• American• Worcester
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4.5
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Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The Service was outstanding, the food was very well made 👌🏾
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - WorcesterPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Worcester
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4.7
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WickedGirls
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent sushi and Ramen! The wings were so crispy and tasty. Servers were so pleasant, attentive and knew the menu inside and out so could make great suggestions.
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Chashu Ramen + IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Worcester
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4.8
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SueHVIP
Connecticut •43 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2025
Night was a bit chaotic because of crowd from DCU - ran out of one item we ordered but didn’t know until the other food was delivered ! ( we weren’t charged for the food we did get which was a nice gesture)
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158 Sports Grill GaragePrice: Moderate• American• Worcester
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2.7
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Amby
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 7, 2025
Unbelievable 4 course meal during restaurant week… great food and service
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Nuovo RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Worcester
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4.5

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