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Dining in Sherborn

A tavern in the town center, a classic burger and ice cream stand, pizza, a made-from-scratch kitchen, and coffee on the go.

Sherborn may be small, but there are several different ways to eat locally.

From sit-down dining in the town center to casual takeout, coffee, and ice cream, there are options for a quick bite, nice dinner out, or something sweet after dinner or a game.

For an even wider selection of dining options, Sherborn residents are within easy reach of other great restaurants in Natick, Needham, Wellesley, Cambridge, and Boston.

No matter what you’re in the mood to eat, you can find it in Sherborn or a short distance away.

Where to eat

Sherborn’s local spots

Hours change with the seasons. Check each restaurant’s own site, or call, before you go.

Fireside Tavern

33 North Main Street, in the town center

A classic American tavern in a historic building at the center of town that previously housed the Sherborn Inn and Heritage of Sherborn. Fireside opened in 2024 and serves dinner seven nights a week from a seasonal menu, with a more formal dining room as well as a pub-style tavern with a bar and TVs. It also hosts private events, seasonal dinners, and community gatherings. Upstairs, The Inn at Fireside Tavern Sherborn has four boutique guest suites, each designed around a local theme, which makes it handy for visiting family, wedding guests, or a night away close to home.

Best for: Dinner out, drinks with friends, celebrations, and overnight guests.

Visit the Fireside Tavern website

Read about the Inn at Fireside

Call Fireside Tavern at 508-545-1970

C&L Frosty

27 North Main Street

A Sherborn tradition since 1975, C&L Frosty is a classic burger stand and ice cream shop in the town center. The menu runs from made-to-order burgers and sandwiches to fried seafood and homemade onion rings, with dozens of flavors of Richardson’s ice cream for dessert. Eat inside or at the picnic tables on the brick patio out front.

Best for: A casual family dinner, or ice cream after a game or a day at Farm Pond.

Visit the C&L Frosty website

Rustic Pizza

Inside Sherborn Market, 21 South Main Street

A casual neighborhood pizza shop inside Sherborn Market, the small grocery and gas station on South Main Street. Along with classic and specialty pies, from plain cheese and pepperoni to BBQ chicken and chicken and broccoli Alfredo, the menu includes subs, salads, pastas, and appetizers. Order for pickup or delivery, online or through the major delivery apps, or grab a seat inside or at the tables outside.

Best for: Takeout pizza for the family or the team.

Visit the Rustic Pizza website

Call Rustic Pizza at 508-655-6900

Jackson’s Kitchen

Inside Sherborn Market, 21 South Main Street

Right next to Rustic Pizza in Sherborn Market, this small kitchen turns out made-from-scratch food: signature sandwiches like the chicken shawarma, steak bomb, and Cuban, along with salads, soups, and homestyle dinners to take home. Gluten-free bread is available, the kitchen also caters, and a walk-up window outside makes pickup easy.

Best for: Lunch, a quick dinner to go, and catering.

Visit the Jackson’s Kitchen website

Dunkin’

23 South Main Street

The town’s own Dunkin’ (the sign on the building reads “Sherborn Dunkin’”) is the quick stop on South Main Street for hot and iced coffee, donuts, and breakfast sandwiches, whether on the way to school, work, or an early game. Order inside or use the drive-thru.

Best for: Morning coffee, a quick breakfast, and a box of donuts for the team.

Find it on the Dunkin’ website