Calico

This was our third dinner at Calico, and as before, it did not disappoint. The flavors and preparation were spot-on, and we left after 90 minutes feeling quite full, and in a pleasant way. Sparkling wines from Portugal and Croatia - a red and a white - were dry yet fruity and intriguing. Our dinner wines - again, red and white - were also Portuguese, and, similarly, excellent, but in a not-obvious way. Calico has a very good, though small, wine program. We shared a plate of fried green tomatoes…

My photos don’t do this place justice! The food, service, drinks, and atmosphere are incredible! This is definitely a hidden gem in Easthampton. Don’t miss the Mac and Cheese and don’t forget to put the bird on it.

Went for Valentines Day with my girlfriend. We were seated in the basement, pretty basic ambiance and decor, pretentious vibes immediately within entering. We wanted to sit next to each other rather than facing face to face to be closer. The host came over and gave us an excuse saying we can’t get by you need to move back, there was no blocking of any kind. Now for the food. Really underwhelming, dated and boring food, almost sad really. Chex Mix Furikake that we could have made at home. Lamb…

Friday, 10/16/26. Our first visit to Calico. The menu was creative and thoughtful, and the wine list, though limited, was interesting. Unfortunately, my buttermilk-fried chicken was served cold, and the dining room was cold as well. We had a reservation, but the “hostess” refused to let us change tables. Despite the fact that several tables were open, she seemed to regard our request as an inconvenience. It was annoying and put a damper on what should have been an enjoyable evening and dining…

Everyone says their fried chicken is fantastic, and it is. The house salad was also hearty and delicious. Sat in the bar area and had a lovely server. Cocktails were spot on, wine list was good, the soup was beautiful and delicious. My only complaint is the brief menu. Just one of the three main dishes appealed to me, and there was no vegetarian entree, so that will likely limit how often I come back. Otherwise, a lovely evening meal.