Delight Your Appetite With The Berkshires' Outdoor Dining Experiences
The entire Berkshire region is a foodie’s dream, no matter what your preference or palate. There’s a host of eateries serving cuisine ranging from authentic cultural staples from around the globe to unique appetizers using locally sourced ingredients. And the food tastes even better in the fresh outdoor air of the Berkshires during the warm summer months when the restaurants open up their outdoor seating. Here are some hand-picked favorites you should try for the best Berkshires outdoor dining experiences.
Alta Restaurant & Wine Bar
One of the most popular places to eat in the Berkshires, Alta is the crown jewel of downtown Lenox. The lovely front porch of this American cuisine restaurant lets you view the boutique stores and charming cafes of the town with a relaxing ambiance while you eat. Locals and visitors alike come here from all over to try their unique menu items, such as foie gras, pork cheeks, and even roasted duck breast. Since it’s a wine bar, ask their knowledgeable staff for the best pairing to go with your meal for the complete experience!
Bistro Box
This cute roadside staple of Great Barrington has a huge fan base in the Berkshire area. The owners modeled it after walk-up roadside counters from decades past, evoking an air of nostalgia for their customers as they also make new memories. This small business offers a mix of shack favorites like burgers, onion rings, and fries as well as cafe fare like soups, salads, and sandwiches to appeal to all appetites. The quality of the hand-made, locally-sourced food and the price is unbeatable, but so is the outdoor seating. You can pick from rows of picnic tables on fresh green grass with colorful umbrellas for a shady spot to munch on your lunch. Since there’s no indoor seating, you can bring your pets too!
Prairie Whale
Prairie Whale is one of the most popular places for outdoor dining in the Berkshires. Its location in the hip area of downtown Great Barrington makes it a hot spot for people of all ages. During the summer, they extend their indoor warm and homey yet upbeat aura to the outdoors with a fresh green lawn and picnic tables. While you wait for your order, you can play lawn games, listen to live music, and snack on charcuterie boards made in-house with rotating seasonal ingredients. We definitely recommend trying their bacon and pasta dishes for the freshest farm-to-table fare you’ve ever tasted.
The Red Lion Inn
One of the most beloved places to eat in Stockbridge, MA, The Red Lion Inn offers a variety of unique outdoor dining options for a holistic experience. In the summer, everyone is welcome to have breakfast in our historic main dining room or coffee on the porch watching the world go by. Our Executive Chef Jon Sterrett brings decades of culinary experience to craft signature and seasonal plates sure to please every kind of palate.
Stay at the Red Lion Inn As You Dine Across the Berkshires
The Red Lion Inn is the perfect home base for your foodie adventure across the Berkshires. We’re close to all of the best outdoor dining spots, from our own outdoor dining in Stockbridge, MA to the aromatic food trucks of North Adams. After a long day of filling your stomach, you can rest and digest easily in our hospitable, comfortable rooms and receive expert recommendations from our welcoming staff on where to eat next. Book now to start the most delicious vacation of your life!
