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Our Historic Tap Room  - Publick House, Sturbridge, MA

Publick House

4.6
4.6
2983 Reviews
$30 and under
Comfort Food

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today

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.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 12:00–19:00 Bar Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • 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

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What 2,983 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central and Western MA

    Great for brunch

  • Central Massachusetts

    Best Ambience

  • Central Massachusetts

    Good for special occasions

  • Central Massachusetts

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Publick House offers a "lovely historic atmosphere" with consistently "excellent food" and "wonderful service." Diners rave about the "fabulous" servers, particularly Jessica and Chrissy. The menu features "delicious" New England comfort food and standout desserts from their bakery. Despite occasional noise, it's a "quintessential" dining experience perfect for special occasions.

2,983 Reviews
  1. TimW VIP

    Greater Boston22 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Potroast was dry and cardboard like. There was no moisture in the meat and the gravy was sparse especially for how dry the meat was.

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  2. Barbara

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were promptly seated and the waiter came over immediately. The food was delcious and hot. It was served quickly. I had baked scrod with green beans. My companion had chicken pot pie.

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  3. Deborah VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Only complaint is that it was noisy. Acoustics were trrrible@ Othereise it was great!

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  4. Lauralee

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great meal excellent service and a complimentary birthday cupcake that was delicious. Will definitely be back again.

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  5. Petra

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect evening. The service, friendly staff and the food was excellent. we love the coziness of the room and the easiness of making reservations thru open table.

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  6. Carol

    Greater Boston47 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great steak and seafood and cocktails. Reasonably priced. And great desserts!

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  7. Ron

    Yorkshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and ambience were 5 star! I thought the food quality was low.

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  8. Karen

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We stopped for a late afternoon dinner on our way home from our daughter’s house and had a delicious dinner. This was our second visit and we will definitely come back!

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  9. Pamela

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there for a special day. The food , service and atmosphere were wonderful. It was a great experience. We will definitely be back. One of our special places to go for a celebration.

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  10. Peggy VIP

    Greater Boston34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Publick House never disappoints! A family favorite for years. The Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner entree is worth the drive! Thanks to Gregg our server (on numerous times) who is always gracious

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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 2983 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Publick House

277 Main Street, Sturbridge, MA 01566

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 12:00–19:00 Bar Mon–Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–21:00
  • 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
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