The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Gardner, May 2024

Tyler Hartley

Kfc

70/100 (3365 ratings)

"Nashville Spicy Chicken Tenders Meal We don't eat KFC all that much. Decided to get some while out and about. This was really good!!! Just the right..."

Doug Warry

Kfc

70/100 (2844 ratings)

"Staff work hard. Food was HOT which during winter is always awesome. Tad bit of wait but that is understandable with the short staff everyone is..."

Joshua Anderson

"I ordered the Nashville hot wings and they were an item that is cooked when ordered. I had to wait ten minutes but those where the best Nashville..."

Jennifer Taylor

"Since they have come under new management this place is a lot better. Still need to double check my order but glad to see they are repairing the..."

Joshua Titsworth

Gardner Ale House

84/100 (2657 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"This place brews great beer. I especially like their porter. The pizza is amazing. I had the poutine for the 1st time there last weekend, and it was..."

Leah Smith

"After having to suffer through the most godawful food at the Great Wolf Lodge, this place was a culinary PARADISE. I had lobster Mac and Cheese and..."

Jay Dub

"The best restaurant in the area. Always good food and beer. If you are ever driving out route 2, way out in the sticks, past Fitchburg, you need to..."

Donovan Deal

"The food was so good I didn't take a picture before diving in! Great menu, friendliest staff and delicious beer/drinks. If you haven't been yet you..."

Cara Keane

"After a horrible experience a few years back. We decided to try it again and they have redeemed themselves fully!! My favorite steak tips ever...."

Lisa Atwood-guitare

"Love the "Ale House!" The food here is excellent and the service is top notch. We got the Margarita pizza and these AMAZING..."

Chuck Helin

"Best selection of unique craft beers I’ve seen, and they’re always changing, and always delicious. Also, best fish n’ chips I’ve ever had, no..."

John D

"Always love coming here. Great food and great atmosphere. The servers are always so kind and make you feel like a regular, even if it's your first..."

Ella Love

Mcdonald's

70/100 (2609 ratings)

"Great food with good service, it took a little longer than expected to receive my order but once I got it everything was great. Would recommend if..."

Armin Vallek Bergstedt

"You know when the body demands refueling, you just look around you and adhere to its demands bcoz it wont function well if the fuel tank (stomach) is..."

Kabz Gerry

Wendy's

70/100 (2446 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We’ve gone before in the afternoon and it was just okay... Best time to go is on the overnight shift!! They’re always wicked nice and the food is..."

Ashley Lamb

"I was relieved when the food was hot and good. This is the best Wendy's around. The ppl are nice. I was very pleased with the entire..."

amy gaouette

"I came in today and dealt with a new girl on her first day. Normally Wendy’s is pretty good, but I wanted to take a minute to say she was doing a..."

Derek Allard

"This Wendy's was a different location. They were polite, got the order correct and the whole transaction was pleasant. I appreciate having a good..."

Be Younique With Savanna

"Quick service. Accurate order fulfillment. Caring staff. Well prepared food. Overall..."

Vitaliy Glotov

"Visited this morning at about 8:15 am to pickup the advertised breakfast sandwich special for a Dollar each. Bacon or sausage with egg for $1 on a..."

Scott Webber

"Decent food. I would say better than the average Wendy's, as I have been to numerous around the country, but nothing insanely better. Typically a..."

brian joyce

Subway

70/100 (2253 ratings)

"Great sandwiches, lots of choices. Wish this location would serve gluten-free bread; I'd be in there..."

Deborah Ecklund

"I went in for my lunch break, not knowing the show I was about to get. No idea what his name was but my sandwich artist, and I can’t stress artist..."

Derek Allard

"They are getting much much better! I've always loved the food there but for a while they were getting kinda skimpy on the meat but it's getting..."

Giggles

"Food was good. Staff was probably overworked/understaffed, as they both looked tired and like they needed a break. They were polite and efficient. I..."

T Jablon

Subway

70/100 (2237 ratings)

"Theres just something about a sandwitch thats made with fresh ingredients that just taste better. Love the sandwich artists here. Just super..."

Nathan Dinsmore

"Great staff, they said they were low on staff but you'd never know it. They still did a great job of getting my order ready quickly and I was out..."

BJ Ersery

Groundhouse Coffee

96/100 (1979 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

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"The coffee is dee-lish and the selection is amazing! I was lucky enough to stumble in on a weekend and have a scrumptious crepe with my newest..."

Tina Rosenthal

"It's not enough to say that Groundhouse is the best coffee shop in Gardner (because it's the only coffee shop in Gardner)... But Groundhouse is a..."

Pam Maguire

"The staff is friendly and it’s such a lovely place to meet with friends, do some work or have some personal time doing my bible study. Great drinks..."

Jackie Kennedy-Wood

"In my humble opinion, Groundhouse is the best coffee house, bar none! The service is topnotch, the product is superior and the hometown atmosphere..."

Donna J Taylor

"When I invite guests to town there is only one place to meet and it just so happens to be our favorite place to visit in Gardner. The coffee is..."

Gary Carson

"The atmosphere and drinks are great but the best thing about Groundhouse are the employees and..."

Lesa McGuire

"With a doubt the best coffee shop in the metro. The Brown Cow is world class..."

Dean Porter

"Seriously love this place. Not only wonderful drinks but a great staff too! Every Thursday morning I meet with a group of ladies for bible study!..."

Brandy Kilgore Alt

"Groundhouse is our favorite coffee shop. Wonderful coffee, weekend crepes, beautiful building and friendly..."

Melissa Quinn

"Great environment. Kid friendly, complete with a tiny tot play area. Crepes are delightful and they always have a new selection on the menu. Brown..."

Cassie Holtzman Felts

"We come to visit from Indiana several times a year, and visiting Groundhouse is at the top of our to-do list. Great coffee, crepes and cozy..."

Linda Green Hupp

"Finally an awesome coffee shop that isn't Starbucks AND is actually better!! Not a huge fan of most of the goodies, but the coffee and crêpes are..."

Amy Hamilton

"Worth the drive to Gardner, Kansas! But make sure to go on crepe mornings - Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 1..."

Carol Luskey Rosenthal

"Our vacations to Kansas are not complete without a visit to Groundhouse. Even my daughter who doesn't drink coffee loves the atmosphere. Friendly..."

Rebecca Friend

"Great coffee ☕️. Cute place to meet friends and have coffee and a sweet..."

Diane Roskos

"There is no place like Groundhouse!! Please open a location off of 151st by Garmin! You have no idea how much business you would be getting all day..."

Cheri Blessing

Subway

70/100 (1847 ratings)

"Never was a huge fan of subway but I gotta say I very much enjoyed my lunch, despite having to eat it in my car of course. Emily was very nice to..."

Kyle brown

"I like subway, but you have to watch the prices. Like lots of other sandwich shops the price is getting up to the same level as some local full..."

William Sylvester

"Excellent service! Ordered a platter and extra sub for a shower. Everything was fresh and looked..."

Colleen Everett

Blazers Restaurant

87/100 (1816 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Very good chicken fried steak, green beans, mashed potatoes, fried okra (extra but worth it!) and a dinner roll. The employees were very patient with..."

Sheryl R

"Just beat the dinner crowd but service was efficient and fast. The BBQ sandwich we ordered was very tasty as were the skinny fries! Was very..."

Cyndi Van Hengel

"Excellent food, always cooked to order. Ask for their Philly- even if it's not on special (it's not on regular menu) if they had the ingredients on..."

Lindsay Clark

"Most often a wonderful place to eat with an amazing burger recipe. Only hiccup is that they occasionally add a topping or condiment you asked them to..."

Andrew Stearns

"One of the best tasting burgers I’ve had. The food is consistently of high quality and the people are very friendly. Lots of variety on the menu so..."

Drew

"We love this place! Local, has everything from ice cream, burgers, grilled chicken you name it. Staff is amazing! Highly..."

jeff overton

"Sandwiches and fries were amazing. Only issue was the potato soup, it tasted like eating salt. Someone messed up or it was a joke. It was horrible..."

Jimmie Schieber

La Carreta

89/100 (1687 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Every single time we eat here it is an outstanding experience! The service is top notch and the food is always exquisite. Quality ingredients and..."

Travis gould

"Our waitress was Olivia and she’s one of the most polite and helpful ladies I’ve ever met! The other staff was very attentive too. Even though we..."

Summer Wimmer

"Great Mexican food for a small town. Staff is courteous and attentive. Usually not too long of a wait just walking in. Food comes out promptly, even..."

Scott Coble

"This is a pretty nice restaurant. Nothing spectacular to see or taste, however, it must be the best around because there was a line at the door at..."

xander servis

"Had a great time! The nachos were delicious and the margaritas were very..."

Deja Mackey

"Been here three different times now every visit has been incredibly positive. Ordered a different entree every visit and all three of them were..."

Dark Phayder

"My family and I went here to celebrate my mother getting a new job and it was the perfect place! We had gotten our food extremely fast even though..."

Natalie Croan

Sonic Drive-in

70/100 (1498 ratings)

Arby's

70/100 (1452 ratings)

Arby's Signature Sandwiches

Arby's We Have the Meats

Burger King

70/100 (1420 ratings)

"Some of these people are only here for the paycheck at the end of the week. Its sad, put some god damn enthusiasm into your job, if this is your work..."

Amanda Winter Peabody

"Pretty good for fast food, the fish actually tastes fish, it doesn't spend hours in a heat tray and... it is where the rainbow..."

luca king

"It's fast food. It's basically stuff you can fit in your gullet temporarily so that you don't starve, but has the nutritional quality of a pair of..."

Leah Smith

"Food was quick and on par with your average fast food place. The employees forgot my drink cup at first but that was solved rather quickly. Overall,..."

James Flynn

Austins Bar & Grill

76/100 (1408 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The key word here is crispy. It's done right. Crispy, just right browned non-commercially breaded prepared Angus beef comes out as a bargain $14..."

Douglas Hoff

"I’m an Austin’s fan and have always loved their food. I tried a new meal the burger of burgers and it was so big I couldn’t realistically enjoy..."

Allie Lohman

"The place itself is great. It’s a typical bar and grill, music, sports on tv, etc. But I gave it 4 stars because the food isn’t the best. The..."

Lyanna Racedo

"Very warm and cozy for a bar and grill. Got the chicken fried steak and it was amazing. The gravy was very good. I could have used it as a dipping..."

Mason Good-Turney

"Nice place. Busy, but not too noisy. Waitress was in training and did a great job. Food was good and beer was cold. What more can you ask..."

Dave Assmann

"Im in town on business and as all know it's a hit and miss finding a good place when on the road. NOT THIS TIME! Austin's had a 20 minute wait, there..."

Kevin Mott

"As my last living grandparent passed away in February of this winter, her 5 children came from Seattle, Arlington (Texas) as well as locally in both..."

Joel Snyder

Williams Restaurant

86/100 (1389 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"My Mom and I met my cousin here for an early dinner! First time going since the renovated! It was great!! The atmosphere and food were awesome! I got..."

Kristen Balins

"Great Sunday lunch. Big menu and spacious dining rooms. Server was on point and friendly... very attentive. Chicken chipotle ciabatta was..."

Michael Currie

"A gal friend and I have had dinner here at William's Restaurant about 4 times in the last couple months. And after dinner tonight there again. I was..."

Dave Freeman

"It's been quiet awhile since I've visited William's, After our experience last night, I'm so sad that I haven't been back sooner! Such a great..."

John Bruinsma

"I have been here a few times now with my wife and they staff has always been friendly and the food is good. They have several tv's in the different..."

Joseph

"We were here with our grandparents and food was very good, My husband had a burger, I had teriyaki chicken, grandpa had the NY steak, and grandma got..."

Erika Francia

"Amazing meal and service. Staff worked with my dietary restrictions and made me the best teriyaki stir-fry with veggies I ever..."

Cori Smith

"Server was quick to get our drinks & our lunch came quickly as well. It was sooo busy. The only negative was the parking, I think they need to make..."

Michele

Fronteras Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

87/100 (1361 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

70/100 (1269 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Walking in gave you that nice Comfortable feeling. The waitress was super nice. We had breakfast and the food was great. Service was fast and the..."

Marion St. John

"I had a cup of coffee and the 3 Egg Dare Ya (which was 3 eggs, 3 bacon strips, 3 link sausages, 2 buttermilk pancakes, 2 pieces of French toast and..."

Michael Swim

"Good service, even when busy. They were delayed so they brought out my two year old some yogurt to tide him over. Good job paying attention to your..."

Heather Maples

"Food was excellent. Served quickly. Husband had the pick two items, BLT and a salad with balsamic vinegar; I had the potato pancakes with..."

Beth E. Luciano

"They took several measures to make sure everything was..."

Jorge Sanders

Pizza Hut

71/100 (1196 ratings)

"Very fast service. Pizza was hot and yummy. Nothing else to ask..."

4drturbo85

"Food was fresh and hot. Delivery was fast. Thank you Gardner Pizza Hut. Thanks to all the employees that make good pizza and..."

Paul Watters

"Pizza!!! I love it and they make some good versions..."

Shay Sexton

"DELICIOUS PIZZA AND THE STAFF AT PIZZA HUT IN GARDNER, KS WAS COURTEOUS AND EFFICIENT AS..."

P R

Southside Grille & Margarita Factory

75/100 (1162 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Always the best food and service going!!! The atmosphere is amazing, the manager/owner or whomever was training a new wait staff and was seamless in..."

James Simmington

"I come in often normally will sit at the Bar and watch whatever game is playing on TV.. or come in to listen to some of the live Music.. I love going..."

Brian Andrews

"Nice open feel to dining area greeted as soon as we entered with a welcome and a smile. Sat in spacious booth that you dont have to squeeze into and..."

ROBIN BRYANT-GRAINGER

"Went for fathers day. Food was great. Drinks were bland. I had house margarita. My daughter had black jack something. Both were not great..."

Tim Gordon

Edesia Cafe

83/100 (1151 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I am writing after my first visit. I ordered a large latte, which was only $3.50. They also have an americano or hot coffee for $2.50, so it's rather..."

Samantha Chandler

"Very comfortable seating to enjoy some tea or coffee. Offers a conference room for meetings..."

Cara Keane

"Normally come here and it's very fast. It's kind of a slow day and the food took awhile but was delicious. The smoothies are always..."

Jenn Dudley

"I always forget about this place, which is a shame because it is really good. It always looks closed but it usually open, definitely give it a try I..."

Brandon Bisson

"Always a great experience when I go in! Typically I like to dine in and either read or write while enjoying whatever I get. The smoothies are..."

ashe wilde

"Always good food and excellent smoothies. Get the Turkey Chipotle sandwich it is..."

Bruce Chester

Duguay's Fried Chicken

86/100 (1149 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"No less than 5 stars deserved! Chicken was so tender and amazingly flavored. Haddock nuggets breaded and cooked perfectly, huge jo jo's, and Friendly..."

Fran Bates

"We visited Saturday and I am absolutely impressed, chicken was tender and juicy, jo jo potatoes were awesome onion rings delicious, will definitely..."

Debbie Shepard

"So worth the wait! Cooked fresh when you order that's why it takes a little longer but soooo worth..."

Traci Reid

"It's the freshest juiciest chicken In MA. I live in CA and it's one of my must have meals when I..."

Anna Lawrence

"It was my first time . The was very good a nice place for the..."

Wallace Cameron Jr

"First time going there today it was great 2 thumbs..."

Robert Parisi

"Aww... I love your cold weather policy. That's so kind. Thank you on behalf of cold people..."

Zaza Shamsedin

"So awesome! We love everything here. The coating on the chicken and seafood in non-greasy and tasty/crispy! The homemade cole slaw is the best,..."

Lisa MacMillan Gabrenas

"Nice building- good chicken and seafood- relaxed atmosphere- clean handicapped accessible restrooms. Able to move table and chairs to accommodate..."

Edward Leland

"I've ordered many things from here. So for, everything gas been..."

Robert Minkler

"Tasty food, good portions, great service and food was served in a timely..."

Vincent M DeCaria

"I have never been here and I live 3,300 miles away, however, I was sent a photo of their buffalo chicken wings and they look like the tastiest..."

Ryan Benevides

"Always cooked to order. Call ahead, it's well worth the wait though. We always call our order in and let them know we will dine in or get it to go...."

Janice Nowicki

"DELICIOUS! Chicken is great, fries are too. Mac and cheese bites are my..."

Jenn Dudley

"WOW. 10/10 juicy, hot, crispy, delicious fried chicken. Done simply and right. The fries were crispy and the fried chicken sandwich was huge with 2..."

Jessica K

"They have got to have some kind of secret recipe in there for this chicken!!! It's so good!! Been eating here since I was a kid and not stopping..."

Zach W

"I got the chicken tender dinner with fries , let me tell you the chicken was cooked to perfection, it was moist and the batter was just right, the..."

Paula J Cronin

"Went here last Saturday a little before 2 PM for an afternoon lunch with family. We were not disappointed. Everything was fresh and delicious. Clean..."

Alicia White

"This was the place to get fried chicken when I worked at Digital Equipment in Westminster. Digital is gone but Duguay's is still in business. I..."

John Poltrack

Friendly's

74/100 (1145 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Went to lunch with my son this afternoon. Jason was our waiter and he was great. Wonderful service, very friendly, and inventive. He made my son a..."

kristen capen

"We’re currently going through a personal problem right now.. the manager Jessica gave us some orders that were not picked up today and has been so..."

Iris Arce

"I clean restaurant with updated decor we had very good service from an attendant who really was busy yet kept us well served. The plates that came..."

Donald G Lagasse

Taco Bell

70/100 (1123 ratings)

"While I don't agree with the closure of many of the dine in locations leaving only drive through this location has never made a mistake with my order..."

Eric Lloyd

"Best restaurant in..."

T-wey

"Since they have come under new management this place is a lot better. Still need to double check my order but glad to see they are repairing the..."

Joshua Titsworth

Taco Bell

73/100 (1116 ratings)

"Can't beat a Taco Bell. Love the crunchy tacos, which are a good alternative for me because I have a gluten sensitivity. Crunchy tacos are made out..."

Deborah Ecklund

"Very busy. Girl was nice..asked all the right questions to build a taco. Taco Bell is usually good..."

Tracey Swenson

"This is a really good place to get food they might close early some days due to staffing issues and COVID but they are very good with customer..."

Mark Anderson Jr

Domino's Pizza

71/100 (1010 ratings)

"Best place ever! My order was correct. Thank you very..."

Shawn Laing

"Overall this Dominos is great. We order, ALOT. Recently things have been taking much longer than normal. But they have been short staffed, so they..."

Tiffany McDonald

"Food was great, but it was the service that really stood out. Thank you for the best service I've ever had at a pizza place! Every single person..."

woodcharli

"Managers very cute and friendly. I think he said his name is Tyler? Food sucked but the attractive manager made up for it. 10/10 would go again just..."

Saira Avitia

Parker House Of Pizza

86/100 (1000 ratings)

"If you’re going to have a discussion about who has the best pizza in Gardner Mass you need to start the conversation with Parker House of Pizza...."

MJ Ferparkeith

"Thin crust pizza. Very good. Great sauce. Great service...."

Gerald Fitzpatrick jr

"Has the best salads and everyone is always friendly. Only complaint is you mever know if your delivery order will have everything you..."

Valentine Owens

Burger King

"It's Burger King. You know what you are getting food-wise. What sets this store apart is their effort and quality service. Everytime I have eaten..."

Ben Black

"Great management & friendly service. Clean floors and clean table tops. They have M&M cookies as well. Breakfast sandwiches are good and hot. The..."

Brenden Morris

"Most of the time your burgers have a great charbroiled taste. Our last visit a week ago was horrible as far as no flavor at all. Zero, zip, nada,..."

michael mcintire

"Great for a quick lunch..."

Joe Ramirez

"Raymond is the bomb on drive-thru. Always perfect order, fast and friendly. Please give the night crew a raise, I have never seen such great service..."

Matthew Shelton

Domino's Pizza

"Hot fresh pizza, cooked to perfection. Love the online order option that includes up to the minute updates on the order. From prep, to oven, to done...."

Brenda Smith

"Hands down the best Domino’s pizza around. Always friendly staff. The pizza is always delicious. Hot fresh made with care. Thanks Gardner..."

Aaron Morris

"Hadn't ordered Domino's in about 5 years. I became bored with their food and the local branch was really "phoning it in". I ordered some pick up..."

David Alexander

"Never messed up my orders and food always arrives on time and nice and hot, delivery people are always super nice and polite..."

Trinity Hakin

"Every time I order from domino's in gardner they are so amazing and fast with my..."

Justin Dellinger

"The two gentlemen working today were super friendly. I had ordered online for 315 but was out 9f work early, they pushed my order up in line and..."

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