50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Holden

“Val’s recently catered our teacher appreciation luncheon. To say it did not disappoint is an understatement. Food was delicious and portions were huge. Thank you for making ordering and pick up so easy.“

“A group of us have a dine-out almost one a month. For this Saturday afternoon, 12 of us, chose the Harvest Grille, located in Jefferson, a small section of Holden, Mass. \n\nTruth be told, this place (a nicely renovated older brick building) is on the intersection of a “Y’ on main road, quite visible, and has been there for many years, under various operators. It is one of those buildings situated on a slight corner, and I’ll admit, have been blind to it for many years. \n\nThe establishment is setup with a dining room, booths on the walls, and several tables down the center. The rear of the dining section has room to put 8-10 table s together for a group. A separate bar is on the other side of the building, with booth section, and space for a small live band. Music is somewhat facing away from the dining section, but not over-bearing when a musician is there. \n\nI would guess the majority of the clients are locals, as this area is a bedroom community for the city of Worcester. It’s not a flashy building, with just a modest sign on the intersection triangle some 25 feet away.\n\nHours are strict, with no lunch, and open Tuesday-Saturday 4p to 8p, and to 9p on Friday and Saturday. They are closed Mondays. They offered catered luncheon event space for large groups up to 150 people. Parking is in the back, which you do not see from the main road, so “are they busy or not” decision to stop can be deceiving.\n\nThe tables were heavy duty wood, and easy to move together for the group. The young but experienced waitress (ok, I’m old, but for you younger readers, “server”) was fantastic. Drinks were prompt and excellent, with my martini more than quite good. The specials are all interesting, and make the choice difficult. It’s not that there is a mass of selections, but these are keenly thought out and most worth a try on another night. We all ordered various appetizers, my wife and I sharing stuffed mushrooms with blue crab, and an order of bacon wrapped scallops. I would get both again. Nice sized mushrooms with generous filling, and the decent sized scallops so tender and moist. Well made, to the chef.\n\nMy wife has a few food restrictions (the ol’ aging stomach) so she went with the Wild Caught Baked Haddock. A nice portion of baked, buttered and crackered fish, mashed squash, almost as if it was a mix sweet potatoes too, which my wife absolutely enjoyed. I went with the Broiled Seafood Penne, with shrimp, scallops, fish pieces, and excellent penne in a light oil sauce. Fantastic. \n\nThe portions were nicely portioned, but for us, we had just enough of a take home for a light lunch the next day. I was very interested in their menu and saw more than a few creative dishes I want to try. I think you could get away with 3 or 4 appetizers and that would make a great varied meal for one alone. \n\nI had their cheese cake with berry sauce for dessert, and it was bigger t a you may often get, and very creamy and enjoyable.\n\nCost: moderate to slightly above, I would say. It’s 2025, and I understand quality costs more $$$ than 5 years ago. But I have also been to restaurants that charged more, and received what I think was lesser quality or rushed atmosphere. You want a good meal, just plan for it. Their prices are listed on their website.\n\nThe bill comes in a wooded block with slots for the charge card and that reminded me of the 4 stones in the movie, The Faith Element. Clever.\n\nHarvest Grille, 15 miles away, how did I not know about this place, for the past 5 or so years, we will be returning.“

“They've gotten so much better than the first time we visited a couple years ago. Love the food, and while the interior isn't the greatest, it's much improved over how it used to be. Now that the bar area is more open, it's much more enjoyable. And the bar staff is nothing short of fantastic. Oh, and they make the drinks from scratch unlike other local places, and aren't afraid to experiment.“

“Place is Great staff are awesome and food is amazing recommend to come try it out“

“So tasty. Forgot to take a photo of my idaho rolls because I ate them all very quickly, but look at this Chicken Tempura. How often does food in a styrofoam container look fancy and appetizing?

Always stop by whenever I go through Holden.“

“great place to eat“

“Last night my son ordered a three topping pizza and an order of Bbq wings via the Dominos app on his phone. When the order arrived, it still needed to be paid for so I answered the door give cash to the driver. When I saw the total I was surprised at how much it was. For two items, it came to $35. Seemed steep to me. I questioned the charges and the driver, Henry, said instead of me paying cash, he would go back to the restaurant and see if there were any coupons or promos that would apply to the order. I gave him my phone number and within ten minutes he called to offer me a discount. I was surprised and grateful for the extra effort he offered to me. I wasn’t even able to tip him once he ran my credit card over the phone and he told me “it’s okay, don’t worry about it.” I plan to stop by the location to give him a cash tip and thank him in person for his excellent customer service and consideration. I hope he’s always the driver that comes when my son orders from that location.“

“Ahh seafood! We chose Sole based on TA reviews, as Worcester, MA, isn't somewhere we'd been before. Thanks, TA reviewers! You were right on the mark. The oysters were fresh, our baked seafood platters were cooked and seasoned perfectly, and the service was wonderful. \n\nThis is a larger restaurant, so it can get a little noisy, but overall, a great meal!“

“The server we had last night was the biggest jerk and should be fired. We left after being clearly discriminated by your staff. We’ve been coming here for years but will never be back after yesterday’s experience. Ricardo was a complete jerk and should not be in the restaurant business.“

“A+ dinner tonight! Highly recommended.“

“Attended bridal shower and it was perfect from beginning to end. Everyone complemented the food, service was excellent and all flowed so smoothly. Will be back to try out the restaurant!“

“The personal service is as amazing as the food!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Had the most wonderful meal there. The people are so friendly and the place it spotlessly clean and has a peaceful atmosphere. I so wish it was right next door to my house. I'd go there every day, no lie!🥰“

“The food at Fatima's is absolutely delicious and very fresh. The owner is an amazing human being who is incredibly kind. My daughter loves a cake she makes, and Fatima was out of it on the day we were visiting the restaurant. I told the owner we would be back for cake on our next visit, when my daughter was home from college. The owner told me that there was no way my daughter was headed back to school without having her favorite cake. She made a special batch that morning, when she was not even open, in order for my daughter to enjoy it before she left. Both my daughter and I were in tears, we could not believe her incredible kindness. I hope this place succeeds greatly and is around for years to come! Fantastic service, incredible food, and kindness are a winning combination!“

“Today was my second time at the diner.... Today I decided to have the meatball sandwich which was great... More importantly, I took home some seafood stew... Warmed it up and had it for dinner, and it was absolutely delicious. you guys rock.“

“If you are looking for steak then you are in the right place! Definitely the best steak house in Worcester with great service. Plus they have creme brulee which is a no brainer. A little pricey obviously, but always a great choice if you don't mind spending the money.“

“What a lovely experience. We showed up with a party of seven and despite it being crowded and busy, the very kind older woman was willing to scrap together some chairs and tables for us to sit as a family. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was awesome. Highly recommend dining here, but the place is small so I recommend calling ahead!“

“I came here today for the first time and can honestly say I’ve found a new favorite spot!!! Despite the busy atmosphere, we didn’t have to wait long for a table and the service was very fast! The food was amazing, the portions were generous, and the “Very Berry Grilled Cornbread” is a winner!!! Definitely coming back here ❤️“

“My friends and I had a great dinner last night and wanted to share that Angel provided exceptional service! Thank you!“

“Delicious, authentic food! Boudin balls are incredible. Definitely will be back.“

“Nice atmosphere, quiet, and enjoyable. Very good food and excellent service. Only thing missing is a liquor license.“

“Food was fresh and delicious, but I really wanna comment on our server, Shauna. She was always smiling and happy to serve and checked on us accordingly. Will be back ?“

“I went a few days ago. So good. Great people too Ten stars ❤️❤️❤️“

“Today I ordered the Monti Cristo Sandwich !!! OMG !!! It was So Delicious that I ate the whole thing . I just couldn't Stop Eating it . I also got one to take Home . The Food at Lou Roc's is Incredible !! And the Portions of Food are big . And the Prices are Reasonable . My Friend and I usually go once a Week . But we will return again Tomorrow . Thank you For Such Great Food .“

“Always incredible-super fresh sushi and top-notch service. A+++ Perfect spot for a night out!“

“The best place I love it and the people that work there to very professional tooo 🙏🙏❤️❤️“

“Stop at the new Marlboro location, fresh and delicious poke bowls! I recommend it!“

“I always want to try all of Armsby's dishes because they make meals based on what's in season. They have a lot of staples on their menu like the Smash Burger that I absolutely love. I crave the burger and fries here and it's hard to deviate. The drinks are always unique, too. If I just want to have a nice drink after a long week or stop in before some Worcester type event, I would choose Armsby over anything. The staff are always so friendly, too! It's such a Worcester institution and a must-try!“

“Great food and gifts with unheard of low farmhouse prices. Phenomenal place to pinch your pennies 'till they scream.“

“In my opinion my favorite restaurant in Worcester! Been there so many times can't keep track. What brings me back every time is the delicious food, top tier customer service, and those raspberry monitors!!! Can't say enough good things about this place absolutely love this establishment it never has disappointed!“

“best food everrr“

“Always like the food here . It can be a little hard to find even if you have the right building. They mainly serve sushi and sashimi, so don't come expecting teppanyaki (grill tables). Fish is fresh and nicely presented. If you're not sure what to get, ask the staff for recommendations. The restaurant doesn't get a lot of natural light.“

“We went for dinner last night & everything was delicious!!! Bill & Jannette were fantastic! Two of us had the veal, one had the seafood medley & I had the chicken salad wrap. We also got the tuna ahi appetizer & a complimentary amuse-bouche. We can’t wait to go back! If you haven’t been there yet, you’re missing out. Also BYOB which is great 🍻🍷“

“Real Greek food! Not “Americanized” for the non-Greeks! Efcharisto.“

“Delicious Vietnamese food! We arrived during a very busy time so it was a little bit of a wait for the food but that’s a good sign that a small business is so busy. Lots of street parking and a parking lot across the street dedicated to the restaurant. Recommended the fresh shrimp rolls and the pork chop rice platter. Worth the wait for sure.“

“I was in your establishment for the very first time today. The atmosphere was very pleasant, service was excellent and the food was delicious and the prices were very reasonable! I plan on returning sometime in the near future! 👍🏻“

“BEST VIETNAM RESTAURANT AND HAS BEEN FOR 30 years. I love the food , the people are so kind, it is the best!!!“

“Good food and wonderful hosts“

“The food is so warm, comforting, and made with such care. The atmosphere is always festive. Employees and customers are always in a happy mood. The drinks are tasty, refreshing and full of spirit. The chips and salsa are a great start, but be careful not to devour them and spoil the appetite you'll need to tackle your main dish! You'll walk out extremely satisfied because of the wonderful food you consumed. But, you'll also be pleasantly surprised because Pepe's is the best bang for your buck in Worcester. Highly recommended!!!“

“One of my faves, & a go-to for taking out friends. A good deal on extra-large bottles of the excellent Singha Thai beer. Always a good experience.“

“Best breakfast place around. My family and I have been going here for 9+ years! Amazing amazing food. Never disappoints! We love you guys!!“

“Fabulous service, tasty bloody mary (loved the extra horseradish addition), and delicious omlette with lyoniase potatoes!“

“The food is wonderful. The atmosphere of love, kindness, and caring for everyone is so welcoming especially in our country today.“

“Delicious food, very reasonable prices, wonderful owners!“

“mokhalad the owners son who works here is amazing. he is so nice! i walked in and he said hello mam how are you!? like so enthusiastic and kind! he asked for my order and i gave it and he said great choice i eat that a lot to! served me food and i gave him a 100$ tip and he said he was gonna pay forward and help people out with that money! such a good boy!“

“Worcester Restaurant Week is wrapping up, so we headed to El Basha - Worcester, MA on Route 9. We began with hummus & lamb sambusik. He chose the $29.95 deal, featuring a Greek salad & beef port saiid, while I had a salad with kofta. The rice pudding dessert was delightful. Great food & service from Natalie!“

“Delicious pizza and conveniently located. The lady working us very nice! Definitely plan on coming back :)“

“The calamari was AMAZING!!!!the Antipasto was amazing with generous meats tuna peppers onions olives salad dressing was so yummy ❤️the staff is warm and friendly ❤️‼️“

“It is really good good with good quantity Very friendly staff and good at explaining their menu Must try“

“The bagels are made fresh daily. They sell day old bagels for a discounted price. The eggs are not microwaved, and the meat for the sandwiches are not microwaved either. Everything is made on a short order grill. I drive 30 mins out of my way to have someone ride do it right. I have not found a place within Worcester County that does it this good.

- Bon Appétit

Parking: Big lot with drive through!

Wheelchair accessibility: No steps. You can ambulate on in here.“