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Go to Oak Barrel for Beer, Trivia ... but Not So Much the Mac and Cheese: Mass Foodies

"When my hot gooey plate of mac and cheese arrived I had high expectations."

WORCESTER, MA — Donna Dufault is a self-described "spoiled brat of a foodie," and says she's had her fair share of mac and cheeses over the years. It was a rainy night, it's a go-to comfort food, so she made that her choice at her first visit to Oak Barrel Tavern, which took up business where the old Tweed's once stood.

When I walked in I was surprised at how great the place looked. What a wonderful overhaul to the old Tweed’s space. Nice bar space, great high tops off the bar, nice warm colors, great table sizes…And the hostess was very, very nice. The menu design looked updated and hip as well. I had high hopes for this new Oak Barrel Tavern. Especially since our waitress was on top of it. I had a drink in my hand within 5 mins of being there. NICE.

Read this Mass Foodie's full review of Oak Barrel Tavern on the Mass Foodies page.

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