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Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Peppercorns Grille and Tavern is a family owned Italian style restaurant located in Worcester, MA. Great selection of your favorite foods, wines and craft beers.
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69 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 69 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(37)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(34)
- neighborhood gem(34)
- fit for foodies(25)
- special occasion(19)
- vibrant bar scene(17)
- hot spot(11)
Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern Reviews List
Review 1 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent, we had a party of 7 who all loved their meals! Thank you for making our graduation celebration so nice."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were looking for a place to meet with coworkers out of town coming from Springfield, Providence and Southern NH and picked this place on a recommendation for a Clark University graduate. Not super expensive or super cheap. They have a good variety of menu items and all 5 members of our group enjoyed the meal completely. Great experience."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
WPI's Baccaulaureate celebration
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love Peppercorns' We go there every time we come to visit our son at WPI. I get the lobster mac and cheese every time and it is delicious. Even if it's at lunch and not on the menu I can still order it. We'll miss the place once he graduates."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were looking for a quick
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were looking for a quick reasonable meal in the Worcester area and Peppercorn's fit the bill. I enjoyed the steak tips with fresh mushrooms and peppers but my wife would only say that the Salmon Timothy was OK, nothing special."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Friday lunch buffet a winner!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We brought our friends from Canada for the buffet lunch on Friday. They have never had such a wonderful buffet! Five to six entrees: stuffed haddock, salmon, corned beef, chicken cordon blue, the best lasagna I have ever had, pesto ravioli...on and on. Really a treat and the price is right! We will be back most Fridays for lunch."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 6 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always enjoy our meal when
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always enjoy our meal when we dine at Peppercorns."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food and service were both
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and service were both great on Saturday night. We had the stuffed mushroom appetizer, my husband had the seafood risotto and I had the chicken piccata. The wine was very good as well. I like that they serve half portions of many of their dishes so I can actually finish my meal and I dont have to carry food around if we go somewhere after dinner."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 8 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The atmosphere in the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The atmosphere in the restaurant is not very pleasing. Looks and feels like a banquet hall; no ambiance."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dining Experience with Family
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent in all, the steak tips were mouth watering although I had some done to rare and the rest were finely cooked. I would give Peppercorns 5 Stars-Excellent!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Again, always a superb meal.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Again, always a superb meal. We went for a family dinner. I split the "hand of the chef" and a tenderloin special with my son. Both were so delicious! Everyone also enjoyed the different beers from Wormtown Brewery which makes it even more fun. Something for everyone,from vegie burgers to gourmet tenderloin and ricotta stuffed chicken (which was the hand of the chef). The chef even made a chicken marsala for my husband and it was not even on the menu! Over and above, always!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our waitress was very attentive,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our waitress was very attentive, lively and cheerful. Menu was good and attractive; food was delicious. We had a well-lit table in a quiet spot. By the time we left, the "joint" was hopping."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place, very busy. Bar
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place, very busy. Bar area is loud but the restaurant area is fine. Chefs' suprise special of the night was incredable."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 13 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was slow, but it was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was slow, but it was awesome."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were here for Restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were here for Restaurant Week. The prices and beer list were excellent. However, we waited about 20 minutes for the waitress to take our order, and the food that was served was very salty."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was distinguishable.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was distinguishable. There were a number of dish combinations I had never heard of, like the Lobster Mac n Cheese. Very good, mac n cheese is easy to mess up. This mac n cheese was the right amount of cheese and saltiness, and the pasta was al dente with a crunchy topping. Lobster is soft, so the dish had the right amount of textures. The drink selections were fun and refreshing. I'm no beer expert but I do know what I like. I had a fruit beer, the well's banana bread, it's darker, the aroma and aftertaste is banana bread! Though it's not sweet. It's not heavy, so go ahead and have another. Great with desert and a chatty night out with a friend. The atmosphere was warm, comfy and spacious. Staff were friendly. Well done."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderfully prepared food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderfully prepared food. Fresh chicken in the wrap. Penne carbonara a bit unique in that it had chicken, not to the liking of the eater. Only complaint was the brusqueness of the server - but we received quick service."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Family Celebrations
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The women in my family from the 3 month old to the 78 year old great grandmother had a wonderful night. The 8 of us were celebrating my birthday. We sat in a little alcove that was just right. All of us enjoyed the delicious seafood from baked haddock to lobster mac and cheese! The Risotto balls were out of this world and I did see my sister enjoying some stuffed mushrooms at the other end of the table.
I found it very easy to manage the website reservation even when I changed some things. The handicapped spots were filled, but the complimentary valet service took care of that on such a frigid evening. Hope to see you again!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
They didn't have our reservation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They didn't have our reservation when we arrived. Luckily we were a half hour early to enjoy their bar and they were able to put us on the list and have a table ready for our intended dinner time."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My Wife and I went her for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My Wife and I went her for a post V-Day dinner and it was great! A perfect size menu with a great selection of food. Not to many choice and not to little. Our waitress was great. She brought our remaining food to the kitchen to be wrapped and somebody by mistake threw it out and she was kind enough to give us a complete new meal to take with us. The place is great for a romantic style or with a group of friends. Must go to when in Worcester!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 20 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The dining room made for a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The dining room made for a great Valentine's Day atmosphere. The service was great, we didn't wait long for our meals, and the food was excellent."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
kmg
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have bern three times this year and all three times we were very happy. I do believe a major part is our server Mike. He was a excellent and if we do return I would hope to recieve him again. Also our food is always on time and hot. I love their tuscan calamari and can not wait to try the risotto balls. The morrocan salad and yellow fin tuna were also delicious as was yhe tips and newburg. I look forward to our nights when we are going ro a show partly because of Peppercorns. Our valentines day was wonderful in part to great food and drinks. Please kerp that love potion one on your list."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Hope you don't get seated here
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We got stuck with a table behind the bar between the 2 dining rooms. Terrible place to be seated with no view of any kind other than the waitresses running past us and the back of the bar. Seems like a large closet that was converted to make room to squeeze another couple of tables in. Food was good and came fast."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Peppercorn's Grille and Tavern
Based on the average of (47) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic