Katie J. wrote: > > I need help finding a restaurant in the metrowest area of MA. that can > > accommodate a semi-gourmet food lover and a man who eats like a 12 year > > old - pizza, burgers (well done only) Kraft Macaroni+cheese, ad nauseum. > > A nice atmosphere would be a plus, casual and comfy. Please don't say > > TGI Fridays, been there, done that. It's ok, pleases him, but leaves me > > wanting. especially for a CALMER atmosphere. Help if you can. Thanks. I have been impressed with Finally Michaels on Route 9 (Framingham?). Head for the bar side rather than the restaurant side and you get the same food for much lower prices with a few more casual dining menu items thrown in. This bar room is large and nice... lots of comfy wood and a fire place. They have interesting "gourmet" cuisine, but also have pizzas, meatloaf sandwiches, create your own pasta, basic steak & potatoes. It's really a great menu with comfort food alongside your more elaborate/creative cuisine (French, Northern Italian and Brazilian influences). They give you nice side dishes with the entree. Yummy garlic mashed potatoes, really good gurmet vegetable side dish. You can also order from the more expensive main dining room menu in the bar. But many of the best dining room items are repeated on the bar menu (for 2/3 the price). By metrowest standards, this place shines. The only thing I ever ordered there that I did not like was the pistachio chicken, but I think they were having an off night. Christine
Boston, MA