Casual dining in Massachusetts is a tasty and fun option for families

Everyone -- perhaps especially families with children -- likes to dine at a casual restaurant, diner, or drive-in on occasion, particularly on a vacation. Massachusetts has plenty of great restaurants serving American and traditional New England food that serve inexpensive and good food.

Cape Codder Resort & Spa

Route 132 & Bearse's Way Hyannis, MA 02601 Phone: 508- 771-3000 Toll-Free: 888-297-2200

Located inside the Cape Codder Resort and Spa

Open Wednesday through Sunday from 4:30pm Cool and intimate....warm and comfortable, the Grand Cru Wine Bar and Grill is casual yet sophisticated. For a drink...for dinner...for innovative jazz every Friday and Saturday night. In the warm, Mediterranean-style ambiance, you'll sample an extensive list of carefully selected wines from around the world...by the taste, glass or bottle. Enjoy trendy Martinis, uniquely presently Cosmopolitans and much more.

Our menu features creatively prepared cuisine with appetizers such as Baked Filo Wraps with Brie, pear and almonds, fresh salads like the Panzanella Salad or Cru Chopped Salad, delectable entrees...Veal Scaloppini Marsala, Festonati Melanzana with crisp fried eggplant or Seafood Platter or simply unique grilled pizzas like the Frutta di Mare with fresh seafood.

The Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa

149 Main Street Historic Sandwich Village, MA 02563 Phone: 508-888-3622 Toll-Free: 800-444-3566

Recipient of The Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence

As recipient of the DiRona Award (placing it in the top 1% of restaurants in the country) and Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, the Dan'l Webster is home to one of the most acclaimed wine cellars in the region. Enjoy fine dining in the romantic intimacy of the Music Room or perhaps the sun or moonlit Conservatory. The menu's distinctive selections represent both traditional and contemporary tastes. Menu selections are true classics such as juicy Roast Prime Rib and Native Haddock; creative Chef's Specials are always tempting creations; a Green Palate Manu features organic, balanced selections and the Early Evening Complete Dinners are only $18-$20. For casual fare, the Tavern at the Inn features lighter menu items and unique wood-grilled pizzas. The accomplished pastry chef creates each dessert fresh daily.

Copley Square Hotel

47 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617-536-9000 Toll-Free: 800-225 7062 Fax: 617-441-1402

Savor. Relish. Indulge. XHALE.

Explore the enticing flavors of our signature restaurant XHALE, and retreat to a restaurant setting that's intimate, stylish, and state-of-the-art. Indulge in a menu of creative culinary flair, sip your favorite cocktail, and stay connected with complimentary wireless Internet access and comfortable seating for laptop users. Featuring large, flat screen TVs in a casual setting, XHALE is the perfect spot to meet friends or coworkers for an evening of fine food and drinks. And our own 1891 offers a private setting for any meeting or special event, no matter your desire.

Lenox Hotel

61 Exeter Street at Boylston Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 617-536-5300 Toll-Free: 800-225-7676 Fax: 617-236-0351

"...City Table will make a fine neighborhood hang out." - Boston Magazine, Jan. 2010

City Table’s free spirited approach to the menu allows guests more freedom to share and try a wide offering of starters, entrees and sides that put a creative twist on classic American fare. We embody a casual approach and an emphasis on fresh and organic ingredients.
City Table is an intimate gathering spot for pre-dinner or after work with an extensive beverage list featuring a variety of traditional cocktails and signature libations along with one-of-a-kind martinis and an impressive wine list with many selections available by the glass. City Table’s full menu is served until 1am daily with cocktails until 2am.

Mansion House Inn, Health Club & Spa

9 Main Street Vineyard Haven, MA 02568 Phone: 508-693-2200 Toll-Free: 800-332-4112 Fax: 508-693-4095

Eat, Drink and Be Yourself at Zephrus

Opening at 11:30 a.m. every day, year round, Zephrus serves an all day menu because when you are on the Island: your time is your own. Whether you want lunch at 8 p.m. or dinner at 3 p.m., locals and Vineyard visitors find Zephrus an affordable culinary paradise.
Where else, does the Chef know the names of the fishermen who caught the evening's special? Or know when the greens and vegetables are smaller and more tender? On the Vineyard-and in Zephrus’ kitchen. Chef Robert Lionette’s menu changes with the seasons and the specials change daily.
Open Year Round, Zephrus Zeafood & Grill is highly reviewed by the New York Times, Zagat, Yankee Magazine and was featured on Rachel Rays’ Travel Network. Zephrus is an Island favorite.