Center Tree Bar & Grill 249 Main Street, Rutland, MA 01543

"Really enjoyed dining at Center Tree. There have been a few different restaurants in that building over the years. The old Tavern used to be one of my favorite places to eat in Rutland as they regularly had live acoustic music as well. The Good... Center Tree has a pretty robust menu for drinks, apps, and main courses. Specials are also available regularly. I strongly recommend the Buffalo Chicken Dip. It comes with hot, fresh pita and is a decent size for 2/3 people. The mixed drinks were also very good. Not over-priced, and they don't skimp on the good stuff. Main courses we tried were the bourbon stake tips and stuffed haddock. Both were good sized portions that we couldn't finish. The pizza oven must be the same as the previous restaurant and although we didn't order it this time around, it was a popular choice and looked very good as well. Atmosphere was also very good. The restaurant was busy, but no crowded. Wait staff seemed both knowledgeable and kept up without issue. Not So Good... There's a 4% surcharge for using a credit card instead of cash. Not a huge deal, but when you're tacking that on top of tip it gets a little awkward. There is an ATM available, but it isn't a sponsored (bank) ATM so you're paying whatever fee they charge. Just know before you go. Parking can be a bit of a pain. The main lot fills up quick, and the backup lot is dirt, down the hill, set behind the building. It's a little tricky in snow or rain. Check your receipt carefully...I didn't until I got home and found I was charged $5/ea. for 2 sides that should have come with my meal. It effectively turned a $24 dish to $34 bucks...plus the 4% surcharge...plus the tip...you get the point. Overall I think it's a decent option, although there aren't many in the area to compare against. 7.5/10"

"My husband and I ate here tonight. After the waitress took my order I mentioned my allergies as I always do. The waitress consulted with one of the owners who came out to discuss the meal and prep thoroughly. We were so impressed! The food is nicely arranged and delicious, with ample portions. I had the chopped salad with grilled chicken while my husband had a heaping clam roll, cole slaw, and fries,which he said was great. Service was impeccable, bus boy Ethan a polite and hard working young man. This restaurant is at the top of our list!"

"Our waitress Jen was absolutely amazing. Food was perfect and so filling. Desert was the biggest hit for our son."

"My husband and I went to Center tree bar and grill for our takeout dinner tonight. I had the short ribs ravioli and it was absolutely amazing. The chef tonight deserves five stars for this amazing meal. My husband had the general Tso‘s chicken pizza he was also very impressed with the way the pizza looked and tasted."

"If you're looking for a quick bite to eat average quality a friendly atmosphere very good wait staff, I would recommend this restaurant. Be careful when reading the description of items to make sure you get what you think you're getting. My husband got the the blue burger which normally is blue cheese dressing but it was a cordon bleu sandwich but made with beef and ham and cheese. I got a gluten-free chicken sandwich it was grilled chicken like a caprese salad but it didn't have the balsamic vinegar on it that it was supposed to have and the gluten-free buns I would not recommend. They were too dry to even eat. French fries are shoestring french fries but they were good and they gave you a large portion. Lots of selections of beers they have the seasonal pumpkin beer with cinnamon around the edge of your glass. Which my husband said was very good. So again looking for a quick bite, live locally, I would recommend the restaurant."