Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Central and Western MA

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining in Central and Western MA? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Lattitude (West Springfield, Massachusetts)

4.8

4.8 (1792)

$30 and under

Global, International

West Springfield

About the restaurant

Chef/Owner Jeffrey Daigneau “wanted to share his craft with the community he grew up in, treating them to a new level of dining experience – the "Lattitude experience.” He wanted to highlight freshness and the use of local seasonal products create some unique fresh cuisine for guests. With a farm to table concept flowing from the pages of his menus by way of grilled beef tenderloin with white sweet potato puree, pan seared Diver scallops and his famous fried brussels and much, much more, Chef Daigneau has brought back the excitement of dining out. He strives to cover all of his guests’ favorite tastes to invite emotion and inspiration during their dining experience! Thank you for stopping by. The Lattitude team and Chef Daigneau always look forward to having you as their guests. Cheers!

Top review

Rhonda

Dined 6 days ago

Lattitude didn’t disappoint for this birthday celebration. Appetizers, entrees, and desserts were all perfectly prepared and flavorful. Service was excellent as well. Will definitely be back.

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Popular dish

Fried Brussel Sprouts

The Rail Trail Flatbread Co. - Milford

4.7

4.7 (382)

$30 and under

Pizza Bar

Milford

About the restaurant

The Rail Trail Flatbread Co., celebrated its grand opening on 12/12/23, marking not only a milestone in Milford's downtown revitalization but also a nod to the original Hudson location's success. Built in a meticulously renovated former bank that features a spacious restaurant and bar, outdoor patio, and upstairs events space, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

The Milford location reflects a two-and-a-half-year renovation effort, preserving historical elements like the century-old clock, vault door, and exposed brick walls. The open dining layout encourages interaction, adorned with family photos for a homey feel.

Though famous for flatbreads, Rail Trail boasts diverse offerings, each component is made in-house. Notable flatbreads include "Fig & Walnut" and "Mexican Street Corn," alongside the popular "Primo Pepperoni." Appetizers like "Hot Tots" and "Sesame Cauliflower" showcase Rail Trail's culinary creativity.

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DwightVIP

Dined on May 27, 2025

Great restaurant, a bit unusual but clearly outstanding!

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Experience

🥞Father’s Day Flatbreads and Flapjacks!🥞

Experience

Kids Eat Free - 4th of July Weekend

Experience

Summer Menu Launch

El Basha - Westborough

4.6

4.6 (16)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Westborough

About the restaurant

El Basha Restaurant in Westborough is a fine dining establishment that serves authentic Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant's menu features a wide variety of dishes, including appetizers, salads, soups, entrees, and desserts. All of the dishes are made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and are cooked to perfection. The restaurant's atmosphere is elegant but casual, making it the perfect place to enjoy a meal with family and friends. The restaurant also has a full bar, so you can enjoy a glass of wine or a cocktail with your meal. El Basha Restaurant is committed to providing its guests with the best possible dining experience. The restaurant's staff is friendly and attentive, and they are always happy to answer any questions you may have. If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Mediterranean dining experience, El Basha Restaurant is the perfect place for you.

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Vicki

Dined on May 10, 2025

The ambience is beautiful! The service fabulous and the food is outrageously delicious!

Black & White Grille

4.6

4.6 (737)

$30 and under

American

Worcester

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Black & White Grille & Pizzeria! We are family owned & operated, we pride ourselves on providing our customers with the best quality product and service as we would to our own families. Together with our staff, we devote our time to creating entrees that cater to all taste buds. We hope that you enjoy your time spent with us as you dine. Our goal is to make your experience one that will leave you coming back for more.

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Rosemary

Dined on May 27, 2025

Always one of our first choices when we go out to eat. We are never disappointed in the food. The service last evening was great!

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Experience

🪄 Magical Tuesdays

The Mercantile

4.6

4.6 (1009)

$30 and under

American

Worcester

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Kelly

Dined today

We came to celebrate my sons high school graduation at the DCU. We made a good choice. It was lively as the event had just gotten out and it was a beautiful night and walkable from DCU. The service was fantastic even thought it was very crowded. We wetre seated quickly with out open table reservation. The food came out timely. And it was AMAZING> dont sleep on the crispy broccoli appetizer. It was the best!

Max Tavern - Springfield

4.6

4.6 (141)

$31 to $50

American

Springfield

About the restaurant

!Max Tavern's innovative menu features contemporary American cuisine, classic chophouse fare, craft cocktails, and more. Our team strives to make sure you have a memorable dining experience each and every time.

If you're looking to make a larger reservation please contact us directly at (413)-746-6299

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CrisVIP

Dined on May 26, 2025

Great dinner - Both dishes were great Server was excellent

Caminito Steakhouse

4.5

4.5 (630)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Northampton

About the restaurant

Award Winning Wood Fire Steakhouse. Great selection of South American Wines. Seasonal outdoor patio. Come in and taste the wood fire difference!

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Christian

Dined on May 21, 2025

The food at this place is great, the service is outstanding, and the staff is amazing.

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Popular dish

Rib Eye

Forge and Vine

4.5

4.5 (3267)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Groton

About the restaurant

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.

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AshleyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Noise level low because we were seated outside. Otherwise, it’s fairly noisy.

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Wood-Fired Berkshire Pork

Casta Diva

4.3

4.3 (210)

$30 and under

Italian

Northborough

About the restaurant

Casta Diva was founded on the idea that the people of Central Massachusetts shouldn’t have to go all the way to the North End to get real, fresh Northern Italian cuisine.

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JosephVIP

Dined on May 25, 2025

Always a pleasure dining at Casta Diva! Excellent, fresh Italian food served by charming people!

350 Grill

4.2

4.2 (1161)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Springfield

About the restaurant

The 350 Grill offers Las Vegas style decor and surrounds you with crisp white linens, dark wood colors and richly appointed fixtures.The menu offers a large variety from Tapas and appetizers to a full complement of Lunch and Diner entrees. The 350 Grill also offers classic and specialty desserts. The restaurant also offers elegant outdoor dining on our patio.

Top review

kelly

Dined 7 days ago

Great service! Excellent food, and Melissa was amazing! She makes the best espresso martini!!! Will definitely be back!! Five 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

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