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 Great New England dining traditions
Wonderful New England
scenery and cuisine highlight north central Massachusetts' 1761
Old Mill
The 1761 Old Mill in Westminster, Mass.,
is simply classic New England with its lovely pond graced by
ducks, a sweet smelling waterfall, a walk-through covered bridge,
and the charming restaurant interior with old wooden floors,
and post and beam ceilings in the main dining rooms. The front
room has a lovely view of the pond through some lovely old-fashioned
windows. Dining highlights are the sweet, sticky pecan rolls,
and the roasted lamb rack, seasoned with rosemary, garlic and
served with a demi glaze. The chicken pot pie is also a standout
with tender chicken, fresh vegetables and a tremendous, flaky
crust. The Old Mill Sizzler is a great choice, too, with a thick
cut of prime rib grilled with peppers, onions and mushrooms on
a hot sizzle platter, with teriyaki sauce. The roast duck is
tremendous -- tender and plentiful with apple-based stuffing
and a choice of orange glaze or gravy. After sampling the excellent
homemade deserts like apple crisp or carrot cake, head down some
narrow, creaky stairs and you'll find a candle-scented, old-fashioned
gift shop with stone floors and comforting music in the background.Whether
serving as the center of a New England day or a sidebar to exploring
largely rural north central New England and the Mohawk Trail,
the 1761 Old Mill represents true, traditional New England dining
and scenic beauty, perhaps better than any restaurant in Massachusetts.
The
1761 Old Mill ,
Rte. 2A, Westminster, MA 01473, Phone: (978) 874-5941
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