Best Southern American Restaurants in Worcester

8 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mercantile

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Southern american • Worcester

Booked 54 times today

Serving up New American Tavern Cuisine in our two-floor full-service restaurant and bar, equipped with two 50-seat bars, world-inspired snacks and entrees, brick pizza oven, private event space, and an open rooftop patio that offers views of downtown Worcester and City Square. Located next to the DCU Center and minutes from Polar Park, we’re a natural choice pre and post-game.*Due to limited patio seating, we do not take reservations for our patio. Please note the patio request in your reservation, or ask upon arrival, and we will do our best to accommodate.**The rooftop is open Wednesday-Friday 4 PM - close. Saturday & Sunday 12 PM - close.***Public parking is available at The Mercantile Center Garage with direct access to the restaurant on Level 3A.

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2. Cocktail Garden & Kitchen

3.3

Good(6)

Price: Expensive

• Southern american • Worcester

Welcome! Stop in and enjoy the largest patio in Downtown Worcester! The Hottest hotspot featuring a Hand-Crafted Cocktail and Beer menu and a selection of small bites, making it the perfect way to start your day or night. Between our patio, pavilion, and the Tap Room we have the perfect space for your private event. Large or small Cocktail Garden & Kitchen is your spot for all your party needs. We create a fun atmosphere with music, great Cocktails and Beer and phenomenal food for birthday parties, corporate happy hour, wedding welcome parties and more!

3. Nuovo Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1584)

Price: Expensive

• Southern american • Worcester

Booked 9 times today

Nuovo Restaurant in Worcester is a delightful spot that masterfully blends the essence of authentic American cuisine with a touch of Italian flair. Guests rave about the "amazing service and fabulous food," making it a standout in the local dining scene. The restaurant consistently delivers high-quality dishes that are both "exceptional" and "delicious," with a menu that caters to diverse tastes, including vegetarian options. The inviting atmosphere, combined with attentive service, ensures a memorable dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a night out, Nuovo's commitment to excellence makes it a must-visit destination for American cuisine lovers.

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4. Willy’s Steakhouse Grill & Sushi Bar

4.8

Exceptional(2936)

Price: Expensive

• Southern american • Shrewsbury

Booked 46 times today

Willy’s Steakhouse Grill & Sushi Bar in Shrewsbury is the epitome of authentic American cuisine excellence. Renowned for its premium steaks, such as the "best steak around" with a perfect sear, this restaurant has become a community staple for over two decades. With a focus on quality, they serve choice cuts, dry-aged for 21 days, ensuring flavor and tenderness that impress even the most discerning steak aficionados. Guests rave about the "phenomenal service" and the cozy, elegant ambiance, making it a go-to spot for special occasions. Whether it's a classic filet mignon or innovative seafood dishes, Willy’s consistently delivers an unparalleled dining experience.

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5. Tavern in the Square - Shrewsbury

4.6

Exceptional(1007)

Price: Moderate

• Southern american • Shrewsbury

Booked 34 times today

Tavern in the Square located at the Lakeway Commons on route 9 in Shrewsbury. Our Tavern in the Square Shrewsbury location features an open floor plan along with a 50 seat bar that extends on to our patio. 50 beers on draft and a menu made with the freshest ingredients and our big screen TV’s to watch all your favorite sports teams. Our all season enclosed patio features dining tables, bar chairs, and a lounge area.

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6. Flying Rhino Cafe & Watering Hole

4.0

Excellent(26)

Price: Moderate

• Southern american • Barre

Flying Rhino Café & Watering Hole in Worcester has three goals – to be bold, distinctive and eclectic. One visit will assure you that all three are apt descriptions. The rhino is the mascot because it is big, strong and rare – everything that the Flying Rhino Café & Watering Hole strives to be.With big hearty soups, rare original entrees and daily specials and a huge array of drinks to make the “watering hole” a welcome respite, visiting the Flying Rhino Café & Watering Hole is part of living life to the fullest. One look at the lunch/dinner menu, as well as the late night and bar menu is convincing. Be sure to try the Buffalo Chicken Wantons, Crab Rangoons, Chicken Lettuce Wraps & Ivory Tusk (Chicken Cheese Steak)

7. Table Twelve

4.5

Awesome(397)

Price: Moderate

• Southern american • Worcester

Booked 17 times today

From our welcoming and warm team of professionals, to our fresh, scratch made menu items, our only goal at Table Twelve is making sure you can’t wait to come back again. We feature a collection of menu items to satisfy all taste buds. We put a few modern twists on some classics, offer a wide variety of light lunch options as well as hearty dinner choices, and just a pinch of Greek-spiration (you HAVE to try the Fried Feta!).Your celebrations are our celebrations, your romantic dinner, late night desserts, lunch meeting, catch up with friends, some quiet alone time (or loud, we don’t judge), are the moments our days and nights are made of and it is our pleasure to be part of those moments with you!We take pride in providing you with warm service and avorful meals. We are fresh, friendly, and local and here to serve you.

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8. Specialty Bar and Grill

4.8

Exceptional(165)

Price: Expensive

• Southern american • Worcester

Booked 1 time today

INSPIRED BY DISHES FROM AROUND THE WORLD, WE PREPARE A MENU OF FRESH CUISINE, SAUTÉED AND GRILLED.

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Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was excellent, everything we ordered was very good. If you want a cocktail off the menu they are good, otherwise stick to water. We went for brunch, ordered coffee which they had. Coffee is below average. We didn’t mind since the food was m very very good.
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5.0
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Our server was amazing! Great vide! Just there for drinks before the show! When a mixed drink came to strong she immediately could see something was wrong on my first sip. Took it back to to rectify! 2nd one was perfect. Chatted with us and told us about karaoke, line dancing and drag brunch. Super bubbly and enjoying her job. Will definitely be back!
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Nash Bar & StagePrice: Moderate• American• Beacon Hill
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NancyLVIP
Greater Boston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It’s always so interesting. The biscuits are a must.
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4.4
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Ethan
Rhode Island •1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 Oct 2024
Went here with my girlfriend for our two year anniversary. Had a great time! The jerk chicken tacos and the Cajun shrimp and chicken pasta were fantastic. It was quiet on Sunday evening so the chef (Tony) personally brought our food to us! 10/10 experience.
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Saje KitchenPrice: Expensive• American• Providence
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4.3

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mercantile

2. Cocktail Garden & Kitchen

3. Nuovo Restaurant

4. Willy’s Steakhouse Grill & Sushi Bar

5. Tavern in the Square - Shrewsbury

6. Flying Rhino Cafe & Watering Hole

7. Table Twelve

8. Specialty Bar and Grill

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