What are your goals for the new year? Is it to tackle a few hiking trails or perhaps visit some of the best small towns in Massachusetts? If one of your goals is to create a Massachusetts food bucket list and try a new bucket list-worthy restaurant each month of the year, you’re in luck. Read on to discover some incredible eateries around the state that you should visit in the coming year.

1. January - Blue Heron Restaurant in Sunderland
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112 N Main St, Sunderland, MA 01375, USA
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Start the year off right with a trip to Blue Heron Restaurant in Sunderland, a cozy restaurant that has made its home inside the 1867 Old Town Hall. With its historic setting and delectable fare made with ethically-sourced and regional ingredients, you're sure to have a memorable meal.

To learn more about the Blue Heron Restaurant, visit the official website and Facebook page.
2. February - Gibbet Hill Grill in Groton
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61 Lowell Rd, Groton, MA 01450, USA
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Using both local ingredients and produce grown on site, enjoy a seasonal menu in a romantic farm setting. Gibbet Hill Grill is a perfect place to take your Valentine in February!

Read our previous coverage to learn more about Gibbet Hill Grill.
3. March - Flynn's Irish Pub in Mansfield
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219 N Main St, Mansfield, MA 02048, USA
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An Irish pub is always a good idea, especially during the month of March. Family-owned Flynn's Irish Pub in Mansfield offers plenty of craft beer, comfort food, and an inviting atmosphere that will make you want to come back time and again.

To learn more about Flynn's Irish Pub, visit the official website and Facebook page.
4. April - Coachmen's Lodge in Bellingham
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273 Wrentham Rd, Bellingham, MA 02019, USA
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When spring has sprung and the weather starts to get warm, make your way to Coachmen's Lodge for lunch and dinner. This stunning eatery with its landscaped grounds and water views offers Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. It's quite an idyllic location to welcome the new season!

To learn more about Coachmen's Lodge, visit the official website and Facebook page.
5. May - Mi Pueblito in East Boston
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You don't have to go south of the border to enjoy some amazing Mexican and Guatemalan cuisine. Just head to Mi Pueblito in East Boston for some of the best in around the city.

To learn more about Mi Pueblito, visit the official website.
6. June - John Andrews Farmhouse in Egremont
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Hillsdale Road, Hillsdale Rd, Egremont, MA, USA
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The John Andrews Farmhouse is surrounded by woodlands and gardens and set in the Berkshires. Not only is it in a beautiful setting, but this farm-to-table restaurant serves regional cuisine using seasonal ingredients.

To learn more about John Andrews Farmhouse, visit the official website and Facebook page.

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7. July - Fishermen's View Seafood Market & Restaurant in Sandwich
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20 Freezer Rd, Sandwich, MA 02563, USA
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Along the Cape Cod Canal is Fishermen's View, a "boat-to-table" restaurant providing some of the freshest seafood on the Cape. Not only will you dine on excellent food but the canal views in the summertime can't be beat!

To learn more about Fishermen's View Seafood Market & Restaurant, visit the official website and Facebook page.
8. August - The Impudent Oyster in Chatham
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15 Chatham Bars Ave, Chatham, MA 02633, USA
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Housed inside a former church off of Chatham's Main Street, you can enjoy the historic atmosphere and upscale dining at The Impudent Oyster.

To learn more about The Impudent Oyster, visit the official website and Facebook page.
9. September - Bittersweet Farm Restaurant & Tavern in Westport
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438 Main Rd, Westport, MA 02790, USA
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With a rustic dining room, patio dining, and a cozy tavern, you have your choices on where to dine at Bittersweet Farm. Pair your meal with one of the specialty martinis on the menu. On Sundays, brunch is served!

To learn more about Bittersweet Farm Restaurant & Tavern, visit the official website and Facebook page.
10. October - Rockafellas in Salem
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231 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USA
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October is THE month to visit Salem and what better way to celebrate the spookiest month of the year than to dine at an allegedly haunted restaurant like Rockafellas? While you may have a ghostly encounter, you can also order classic American fare like burgers, pulled pork sandwiches, and chicken wings and pair with a draft beer, glass of wine, or a cocktail.

To learn more about Rockafellas, visit the official website and Facebook page.
11. November - Solstice in Kingston
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63 Summer St, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
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Solstice is located inside a renovated train station that was built in the 19th century. Inside, you'll find a cozy dining room and creative cuisine using locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. It's a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion.

To learn more about Solstice, visit the official website and Facebook page.
12. December - Bull Run Restaurant in Shirley
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215 Great Rd, Shirley, MA 01464, USA
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With a fireplace and festive holiday decor, the historic Bull Run Restaurant is a wonderful place to put you in the holiday spirit in December. Throughout the year, you can attend one of the many concerts or comedy shows hosted here as well.

To learn more about Bull Run Restaurant, visit the official website and Facebook page.

 

Have you been to any of these restaurants? Is there another restaurant that should be on this mouthwatering Massachusetts food bucket list? Let us know in the comment section below what other places would be on your bucket list. We would love to hear from you!

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