Came for lunch. Pros: the waitstaff were friendly, they had high chairs and a good kids menu and kid cups. The mac and cheese balls were delicious and the chili was pretty good. The kids meal was a hit with the toddler who was with us. Lots of windows and a lovely space overall. Cons: the restaurant was mostly empty but it took 20 min for them to take our order. The chili was listed as coming with chips, but didn’t (I ended up asking and got oyster crackers, which are a good substitute). And the coleslaw had a strange nose to it — smelled a couple days beyond delicious, so we didn’t eat much of it
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Pat Schumann
Salmon was overdone. The piece was small.
Gabrielle Ponce-Hegenauer
I almost never write a review but the food here is horrendous. It is such a shame because the waitstaff were really kind and the patio is a nice location right off the hotel (where I was a guest). But the food was inedible--clearly freezer burn taste with cheap preparation--bottom of the barrel ingredients. I was not the only customer who found the dishes and even the drinks unappetizing. Several customers at nearby tables were also complaining. The waitstaff did their best to apologize, comp bad dishes, etc. But it was a terrible experience. Such a shame given the location. But with so many wonderful places in easy walking distance, save yourself the trouble and skip this. They need new management, new QUALITY food sourcing, new menu. Really maybe the worst I've ever had. For context, I live downtown NYC and travel frequently (domestic and abroad). Such a waste of a potentially lovely space. With no care or concern for the quality of the food prepared for customers. What a shame. With many thanks to the waitstaff for shouldering the burden of such a poorly run establishment.
Donna Desmarais
They need to update the site online they do not have a lot of the items anymore that are listed and something that I ordered they didn't have either so I had to make a third choice so that was not impressed they must be short of Staff because the waiter we had seemed to be the only person seeding people waiting on people going to the bar I mean it was just ridiculous how long we had to wait to be seated and served
Alan G
Great menu, and service. Highly recommend.
Lonnie Chu
Hubby and I love dining on the patio of the Coolidge Park Cafe at the Hotel Northampton at least once or twice a season. Normally the food is good, just good. But last night it was stellar. Hubby had the pan seared wild caught salmon over polenta with fried Brussels sprouts and I had the pan seared wild caught scallops over mushroom risotto and asparagus spears. Everything was absolutely delicious. I haven't had a decent scallop in years, but these really tasted of scallops and the sea with a great texture. The risotto was so rich and mushroomy I can see I'm going to have to make a special broth and buy a bunch of mushrooms to try making one myself. We shared the lemon tart which also knocked our socks off. The server was equally stellar, thoroughly professional and delightful at the same time. We'll be back before snow flies for sure!
Parking: There is plenty of free parking behind and next to the hotel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Salmon
Roisin Quinn
One of my favorite places, a lovely bar. just had a terrific meal, New York strip steak was phenomenal! I love this staff so welcoming and friendly, especially Cai and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jen Carlos
Tori the bartender is wonderful! She reminds me a bit of Shelly Long from Cheers. Well crafted beverages and friendly conversation.
Our attendant was Owen. While perhaps a nice young man any other time he’s not working, his less than stellar performance left something to be desired. We ordered wine which was brought to the table and left for us to pour. Perhaps he wasn’t of age to serve drinks? I do not know. My partner had asked for mustard and Owen appeared to be quite disturbed that he would have to make another run to get it right down to the look of sheer contempt on his face. Perhaps he’s not had many years of experience, but young staff should be ready to take on the challenges of refining etiquette, courtesy etc. We’ve eaten at this establishment many times and the young staff need more training or the selection process for employment opportunities there needs to be refine/redefined.. I hope this will be a one time issue and not something that I have to expect going forward. Food was excellent!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Patrick Brown
I have had good experiences here in the past, but today I came with a party of 4. The food was inedible. The rack of ribs was quite obviously cooked long ago and reheated. The coleslaw was borderline rancid. The chicken wings tasted like they were cooked rotten. The drinks were fine. Because of this food, I will never return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Michael Misiaszek
Stopped in for a late lunch and endured a shift change but all was well. Good food, good service.
laura 10xSelfstorage
I had late night close the bar drinks here; I drank their "Smokey smoked Margarita" which was a delight. It has Del Maguey Mezcal in it and Jalapeno syrup; Just all around well balanced spicy, smoky cocktail. Although, maybe a touch too sweet? then there might be less heat, and the heat was perfection.There was only one bartender staffed and she was EXCELLENT.The next morning I had oatmeal and English muffin; The English muffin was a lot better bread than the dinner rolls in Wiggins Tavern. The oatmeal was perfect.There was only one waitress staffed, but I sat alone and she sat me next to her station; so she served me very well.This Hotel (Northampton) would be well served by bringing their food game up at least 3 levels.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Bob Laprade
We had dinner in the cafe. The food was excellent and the service was prompt.
Great Service! Food was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
In for quick drinks
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Came for lunch.
Pros: the waitstaff were friendly, they had high chairs and a good kids menu and kid cups. The mac and cheese balls were delicious and the chili was pretty good. The kids meal was a hit with the toddler who was with us. Lots of windows and a lovely space overall.
Cons: the restaurant was mostly empty but it took 20 min for them to take our order. The chili was listed as coming with chips, but didn’t (I ended up asking and got oyster crackers, which are a good substitute). And the coleslaw had a strange nose to it — smelled a couple days beyond delicious, so we didn’t eat much of it
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Salmon was overdone. The piece was small.
I almost never write a review but the food here is horrendous. It is such a shame because the waitstaff were really kind and the patio is a nice location right off the hotel (where I was a guest). But the food was inedible--clearly freezer burn taste with cheap preparation--bottom of the barrel ingredients. I was not the only customer who found the dishes and even the drinks unappetizing. Several customers at nearby tables were also complaining. The waitstaff did their best to apologize, comp bad dishes, etc. But it was a terrible experience. Such a shame given the location. But with so many wonderful places in easy walking distance, save yourself the trouble and skip this. They need new management, new QUALITY food sourcing, new menu. Really maybe the worst I've ever had. For context, I live downtown NYC and travel frequently (domestic and abroad). Such a waste of a potentially lovely space. With no care or concern for the quality of the food prepared for customers. What a shame. With many thanks to the waitstaff for shouldering the burden of such a poorly run establishment.
They need to update the site online they do not have a lot of the items anymore that are listed and something that I ordered they didn't have either so I had to make a third choice so that was not impressed they must be short of Staff because the waiter we had seemed to be the only person seeding people waiting on people going to the bar I mean it was just ridiculous how long we had to wait to be seated and served
Great menu, and service. Highly recommend.
Hubby and I love dining on the patio of the Coolidge Park Cafe at the Hotel Northampton at least once or twice a season. Normally the food is good, just good. But last night it was stellar. Hubby had the pan seared wild caught salmon over polenta with fried Brussels sprouts and I had the pan seared wild caught scallops over mushroom risotto and asparagus spears. Everything was absolutely delicious. I haven't had a decent scallop in years, but these really tasted of scallops and the sea with a great texture. The risotto was so rich and mushroomy I can see I'm going to have to make a special broth and buy a bunch of mushrooms to try making one myself. We shared the lemon tart which also knocked our socks off. The server was equally stellar, thoroughly professional and delightful at the same time. We'll be back before snow flies for sure!
Parking: There is plenty of free parking behind and next to the hotel.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seared Salmon
One of my favorite places, a lovely bar. just had a terrific meal, New York strip steak was phenomenal! I love this staff so welcoming and friendly, especially Cai and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tori the bartender is wonderful! She reminds me a bit of Shelly Long from Cheers. Well crafted beverages and friendly conversation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Our attendant was Owen. While perhaps a nice young man any other time he’s not working, his less than stellar performance left something to be desired. We ordered wine which was brought to the table and left for us to pour. Perhaps he wasn’t of age to serve drinks? I do not know. My partner had asked for mustard and Owen appeared to be quite disturbed that he would have to make another run to get it right down to the look of sheer contempt on his face. Perhaps he’s not had many years of experience, but young staff should be ready to take on the challenges of refining etiquette, courtesy etc. We’ve eaten at this establishment many times and the young staff need more training or the selection process for employment opportunities there needs to be refine/redefined.. I hope this will be a one time issue and not something that I have to expect going forward. Food was excellent!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
I have had good experiences here in the past, but today I came with a party of 4. The food was inedible. The rack of ribs was quite obviously cooked long ago and reheated. The coleslaw was borderline rancid. The chicken wings tasted like they were cooked rotten. The drinks were fine. Because of this food, I will never return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Stopped in for a late lunch and endured a shift change but all was well. Good food, good service.
I had late night close the bar drinks here; I drank their "Smokey smoked Margarita" which was a delight. It has Del Maguey Mezcal in it and Jalapeno syrup; Just all around well balanced spicy, smoky cocktail. Although, maybe a touch too sweet? then there might be less heat, and the heat was perfection.There was only one bartender staffed and she was EXCELLENT.The next morning I had oatmeal and English muffin; The English muffin was a lot better bread than the dinner rolls in Wiggins Tavern. The oatmeal was perfect.There was only one waitress staffed, but I sat alone and she sat me next to her station; so she served me very well.This Hotel (Northampton) would be well served by bringing their food game up at least 3 levels.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
We had dinner in the cafe. The food was excellent and the service was prompt.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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