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Our Historic Tap Room  - Publick House, Sturbridge, MA

Publick House

4.6 (3060)
$30 and under
Comfort Food
277 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 01566

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
We welcome you to the Publick House Historic Inn where delicious homemade food and comfortable lodging becomes your home away from home. When you come to the Publick House to feast on our generous meals and enjoy the comfort of our Yankee hospitality, you'll be warmed by the same magnificent open hearths that warmed our early American ancestors. Whether you're looking for a restaurant that offers family dining, need comfortable accommodations, or you're in need of a convenient meeting place, planning a bridal shower or want the perfect venue for your dream wedding...the Publick House Historic Inn welcomes you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ken O'Keefe
  • Catering
    The Bake Shoppe at the Publick House Historic Inn in Sturbridge, Mass. features irresistible pastries, decadent desserts, home-made breads, traditional pies, cakes, jams, relishes & party foods. Call & place your order with us ahead of time. Bake Shoppe hours are 7 AM to 7 PM Sunday through Thursday and 7 AM to 9 PM on Friday & Saturday.
  • Private party facilities
    From weddings, sales meetings, corporate retreats to showers & birthday parties, we offer a choice of distinctive banquet rooms with colonial charm. Our sales team will guide you through planning every detail. To enjoy personalized service from beginning to end call us at 1-800-PUBLICK, or e-mail sales@publickhouse.com.
  • Neighborhood
    Sturbridge
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking available for up to 300, nestled in the back of our building. Handicap parking available in the front of the building.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Lori Green's Fight Against Cancer Benefit Dinner

    $18.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Aug 25, 2025 only
    Multiple times
    Come together for a delicious Turkey Feast Buffet with all the fixings, including a dessert to end the evening on a sweet note. Whether you're gathering with family, friends, or neighbors, this communal-style seating event promises great food and even greater company—all for a good cause. All proceeds from this event will be donated to Lori Green, a beloved member of The Publick House team, to support her battle against cancer. First Seating: Check-in 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Dinner CONCLUDES at 6:00 PM Second Seating: Check-in 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Dinner CONCLUDES at 8:00 PM Advance ticket purchase required. Come enjoy a hearty turkey dinner buffet and make a difference in someone's life!
    Lori Green's Fight Against Cancer Benefit Dinner Photo

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What 3,060 people are saying

Publick House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central and Western MA

    Most Booked

  • Central MA

    Best Ambiance

  • Central MA

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Publick House offers a charming New England dining experience with "excellent comfort food" and a "relaxed, welcoming ambiance." Guests rave about the turkey dinner, chicken pot pie, and crab cakes. The attentive service and historic setting enhance the experience, with ample free parking and reasonable prices for cocktails and meals.
3,060 Reviews
  1. Jodi VIP

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time there, will definitely return. Excellent service and food, lively atmosphere with a few larger tables and a birthday celebration. I think our server was Emily, she was fantastic.

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  2. Lonna VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely place but a bit noisy for us. Food was quite good and the service was very nice. Breakfast would be a good idea for a future visit (but we did enjoy tge free muffins)!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Phyllis

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have had consistently good service and food here on multiple occasions. The only problem is way too much food per order. I have found ordering an appetizer and a small salad still gives me plenty to eat, and I don't have leftovers to pack when we are traveling through.

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  4. Mary

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This historic restaurant is so much fun to go to. The food is very good and the service was excellent. It is so nice to visit. I love it at The Publik House Restaurant.

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  5. Christine

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this place! The food was delicious. We had the clam chowder, the chicken pot pie, the salmon & the crab macaroni gratin, all were excellent & the portions very generous. Terrific & attentive service & a lovely setting in a historic building are the icing on the cake.

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  6. Robert

    Central and Western MA2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent and well prepared. Taste and presentation is consistent everytime we have eaten there.

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  7. MarkD

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for lunch, service was excellent, food was very good.

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  8. Jen

    New York City12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The basket of bread with sticky buns, corn bread and rolls was a great beginning and introduction to New England traditions. A nice array of entree options. Enjoyed the pan seared salmon and scallops. Definitely tempted by the traditional Turkey dinner with all the fixings and pot roast too. Server was very attentive, and price was reasonable (most entrees $25-$35). We were disappointed that the Historic Tap Room was closed but enjoyed our table in the Ebenezer's Tavern.

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  9. Lisa VIP

    Greater Boston30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The warm sweet rolls w/nuts served w/dinner were excellent. Service was good. House salad was fresh. Crab mac n ch was a nice combination. My daughter loved the turkey dinner w/mashed potatoes, gravy, sausage stuffing, homemade cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes and her partner liked the breaded scallops in butter. My husband enjoyed the chicken pot pie and we all enjoyed the pierogi appetizer. Will definitely come back for the ambience, sweet rolls and to try other menu items soon. Service was good as well.

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  10. ARLEEN VIP

    Fort Lauderdale80 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    HAVE BEEN COMING FOR MANY YEARS FOOD NEEDS SOME IMPROVEMENT

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FAQs

Publick House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (508) 347-3313.

Publick House is rated 4.6 stars by 3060 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Central and Western MA
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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Publick House

277 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 01566

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Sturbridge
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking available for up to 300, nestled in the back of our building. Handicap parking available in the front of the building.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ken O'Keefe
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    The Bake Shoppe at the Publick House Historic Inn in Sturbridge, Mass. features irresistible pastries, decadent desserts, home-made breads, traditional pies, cakes, jams, relishes & party foods. Call & place your order with us ahead of time. Bake Shoppe hours are 7 AM to 7 PM Sunday through Thursday and 7 AM to 9 PM on Friday & Saturday.
  • Private party facilities
    From weddings, sales meetings, corporate retreats to showers & birthday parties, we offer a choice of distinctive banquet rooms with colonial charm. Our sales team will guide you through planning every detail. To enjoy personalized service from beginning to end call us at 1-800-PUBLICK, or e-mail sales@publickhouse.com.
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