Best restaurants near me in Shirley, MA

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5 restaurants available nearby

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1. Forge and Vine

4.5

Awesome(3255)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Groton

Booked 63 times today

Drawing inspiration from the region’s history and natural surroundings, the 156-seat freestanding restaurant reflects elemental themes of wood, water, iron, and fire, reminiscent of the carriage houses and blacksmith shops that once dotted the landscape. The centerpiece of Forge & Vine is an eight-foot wood fired grill and open kitchen with counter seating where guests can enjoy dinner while interacting with the chef. Welcoming residents as well as visitors to the area, Forge & Vine offers a strong sense of place with a design sensibility that brings in the outside with floor to ceiling windows offering breathtaking pastoral views of Gibbett Hill. The restaurant boasts spacious and casual bar with service inside and out and features classic and comfortable cuisine sourced from the best produce, seafood, and meats that New England offers.

2. Lucia's Tavola

4.7

Exceptional(1586)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Ayer

Booked 11 times today

Chef owned and operated Lucia's Tavola is a fine dining Italian restaurant. Lucia's features a menu comprised of Chefs family favorites, Chef originals, traditional Italian & local ingredients creating unique Italian inspired cuisine. Lucia's also offers an extensive cocktail menu and a complete, well balanced wine list.

3. Markoh's On Main

4.0

Excellent(78)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Ayer

Step into Markoh's on Main, where creativity meets comfort. Our eclectic eatery serves up chef-inspired American cuisine in a vibrant, yet relaxing atmosphere that's as colorful as it is inviting. By day, our cozy coffee shop fuels your mornings and afternoons with specialty brews and delicious, hearty, and healthy breakfast & lunch options. As night falls, our dinner menu, weekly rotating specials, craft cocktails, and local draft beers take center stage. But that's not all - every Friday, our window stage comes alive with live music from talented local artists, spanning a multitude of genres. Explore our walls, where stunning works by local artisans await discovery - and maybe even take a piece home! Join us for craft nights, Silent Art auctions, and a dining experience that's fun for all ages. At Markoh's, we're proud to support local distributors, ensuring every ingredient is fresh, sustainable, and full of flavor. Come taste the difference for yourself!

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4. Tavern in the Square - Littleton

4.5

Awesome(1445)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Littleton

Booked 28 times today

Tavern in the Square Littleton is located at The Point, off of I-495 in Littleton. Our Tavern in the Square Littleton location features an open floor plan along with a 45-seat bar to enjoy our 50 beers on draft, a menu made with the freshest ingredients, and our big-screen TVs to watch all your favorite sports teams. Our patio features dining tables, bar chairs, a lounge area, and an outdoor fireplace. There is space available to hold private and semi-private events. Located in close proximity to IBM & Kimball Farms.Follow us on Instagram: @taverninthesquare & Twitter @TavernintheSq

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5. Comeketo Brazilian Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(301)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian Steakhouse • Leominster

At Comeketo Brazilian Steakhouse we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious food.The key to our success is simple: providing quality consistent food that tastes great every single time. We pride ourselves on serving delicious genuine dishes like Brazilian platters, Burgers and other American meals that you'll love!Eat delicious food. Grab a drink. But most of all, relax! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYIppXCGAlI(copy & paste if it is not clickable)

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Updated on 5/19/2025

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Lisa
Greater Boston •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Brunch never disappoints. Service is always incredible and the food outstanding.
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Forge and VinePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Groton
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4.5
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Donald
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was delicious and the portions very generous. The waitperson was very helpful and responsive. They were ready for us even though we arrived about 15 minutes early.
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Tavern in the Square - LittletonPrice: Moderate• American• Littleton
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4.5
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Warren
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
What a wonderful experience again! We had Matilda again, she is so fantastic, efficient, and fun. The food is perfect, the price is right, and the drinks are great. Thank you!
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Lucia's TavolaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Ayer
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4.7
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Art
Greater Boston •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Four old friends enjoyed a now-and-then lunch and conversation with excellent food, service, and ambiance. The server was attentive and unabtrusive at the same time. Our meals were tasty and nicely presented. Lots of good choices on the menu and from the taps.
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Rail Trail Flatbread Co.Price: Moderate• Pizza Bar• Hudson
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4.7
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Clint
Greater Boston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
We always enjoy Markoh's for cocktails and dinner. The food never disappoints, and the atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. Depending on the size of the crowd, it can range from very quiet to boisterous.
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Markoh's On MainPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Ayer
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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Forge and Vine

2. Lucia's Tavola

3. Markoh's On Main

4. Tavern in the Square - Littleton

5. Comeketo Brazilian Steakhouse

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