Elaine’s guidebook
Food scene
Fuel Bistro/ Coffee Shop
293 Main StA great place for breakfast
GB Eats
282 Main StGreat breakfast and lunch place!
No. Six Depot Roastery & Cafe
6 Depot StProbably the best coffee in the county!
The Bistro Box
937 S Main StSeasonal Food Truck. Best burger and onion rings!
Baba Louie's Sourdough Pizza
42/44 Railroad StThe pizza is great, but so are the salads :)
The Southfield Store
163 Norfolk RdReally good food in a very sweet place.
The owner has pulled us through a year of COVID and creates affordable home cooked meals in a cozy atmosphere. In the heart of Housatonic.
21 locals recommend
Pleasant and Main Cafe General Store
1063 Main StThe owner has pulled us through a year of COVID and creates affordable home cooked meals in a cozy atmosphere. In the heart of Housatonic.
STEAM Noodle Cafe
286 Main StBest mixture of flavors in an authentic atmosphere.
Cantina 229
229 Hartsville-New Marlborough RdExceptional food in a farm like setting.
John Andrews
224 Hillsdale RdMy all time favorite❤️ They never disappoint!
The Stagecoach Tavern
854 S Undermountain RdBest winter spot for a cocktail and bite to eat.
Old Mill
53 Main StA classic. The tavern is a great spot as well - if you can find a seat!
The Prairie Whale
178 Main StLatest, hippest spot in town.
Elizabeth's
1264 East StBest authentic Italian food.
Neighborhoods
Great Barrington
A great town for shopping, strolling, and eating out.
Traveler advice
Customs and culture
Lots of cultural attractions.
Too many to list!
Naumkeag, The Mount, Chesterwood, the Mission House, Jacob’s Pillow, Tanglewood, Hancock Shaker Village.....
Don't miss
Hiking
If you like hiking, we have plenty! Look up Trustees of Reservations, Berkshire Natural Resource Council, New Marlborough Land Trust and The Appalachian Trail.