In any season, there are reasons to visit Central Massachusetts attractions. Because many of them warrant a half or full day of exploration, it's wise to explore your meal options before making your visit. Let this guide be your starting point:
Old Sturbridge Village
on site
Ox & Yoke Café at Old Sturbridge Village
You'll find a mix of sweet and savory treats like cheesecake, soups, and salads, including pastries from BirchTree Bread Company.
Bullard Tavern
You'll find comfort food classics at this cafeteria-style dining hall in an 18th-century atmosphere, with indoor and outdoor seating.
nearby
The Publick House Historic Inn
All children’s meals include a smiley face cookie and a choice of drink. Our favorite is the Little Tom Turkey Meal, featuring cornbread-sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes & butternut squash.
Teddy G's Pub & Grille
We love that all kids meals are served with a scoop of ice cream when you dine in.
Table 3 Restaurant Group
Expect the highest quality from a meal at any of these excellent choices: Cedar Street Café, Cedar Street Grille, The Duck, and Avellino
Optical Heritage Museum
nearby
Visions Restaurant at Wellsworth Hotel
On Saturdays and Sundays, Vision's offers a perfect spread of hot and continental breakfast favorites. Children 12 and under can hit the buffet for $10.
All Sturbridge restaurants are very close, too!
Bemis Farms Nursery
The Dashboard Dinner
The under 12 and over 60 crowd get special deals on classics like hot dogs, burgers, grilled cheese and chicken strips at this seasonal joint.
Mexacali
Find Mexican food favorites and a few classic American dishes on the kids meals, all served with rice and beans or fries on the side.
New England Botanic Garden
on site
Farmer and the Fork Café
Serving fresh, seasonal, and locally-sourced lunch items, this cafe managed by Peppers Artful Events has indoor and terrace seating with a lovely view.
nearby
Cyprian's Restaurant at Cyprian Keyes
This seasonal restaurant on a golf course boasts a beautiful outdoor patio, and has kids classics like hot dogs, burgers, and more.
Wachusett Mountain
on site
Cafe Food Court, Black Diamond Restaurant, and O’Brien’s Deck Bar & Grill
For those looking to spend all day on Wachusett Mountain, there are multiple options that include grab-and-go and sit down dining.
Waffle Cabin, Bullock Lodge Cider House
If you're seeking sweet treats on the mountain, make a stop on the way down at one of these delicious diversions.
nearby
TimberFire Pizza at Red Apple Farm
Families enjoy fire-roasted pizza of all varieties, in this beautiful farm setting open year-round.
Thirsty Robot Brewing Company
This local brewery serves up their own BBQ, mac and cheese, and pizza kids will love.
Southwick's Zoo
on site
Galliford’s Restaurant & Tavern
Easily spend the whole day at the zoo when you dine there for lunch or dinner. Kids meals include a drink, french fries, and an ice cream cup.
Samuel Slater Experience
nearby
Samuel Slater's Restaurant
You'll find American classics at this restaurant with a lovely views of Webster Lake.
Rose Room Cafe
Beloved for their baked goods, they also serve a simple, elegant breakfast and lunch menu.
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