Chef’s Hat
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905 Simonds Road, Williamstown, Mass.; 413- 458-5120.
Have a taste for turnip? The popular, seasonal Berkshire County dish is rarely seen on menus and often only served around the Thanksgiving holiday. But Dave Rock, chef and owner, says “we usually have it available and people come from all over the county to order it.”
That kind of down-home cooking is what the Chef’s Hat prides itself on, along with “service and smiles.” The diner boasts a warm atmosphere with plenty of open seating; grab a stool at the classic diner counter or take one of the cozy booths.
The breakfast menu has regulars and visitors alike lining up to be seated for favorites like homemade corned beef hash and farm-fresh eggs; old-fashioned waffles loaded with strawberries, blueberry sauce, peach and walnut or cinnamon apple. Don’t forget to request real Vermont maple syrup. <L2>
Rock says he’ll make you a breakfast that you won’t find anywhere else - over-stuffed omelets, melt-in-your-mouth pancakes or the diner’s famous cinnamon swirl French toast. The best part, breakfast is served all day so you don’t have to get up early.
The lunch menu is available beginning at 11 a.m. Order a cup of homemade soup of the day and half a deli sandwich. Love burgers? The Chef’s Hat has seven choices to choose from on its menu.
The grill is hot and ready to cook a classic Rueben of corned beef with melted Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Russian dressing on a grilled rye bread. Prefer seafood? Try the fried clams or scallop dinner. Whatever your lunch choice, don’t forget to order a side of turnip! <R3>
Rock and his sons Devin and Eric invite all to come and try the fare at the Chef’s Hat. If you don’t have time to stay, they offer full takeout service.
Open six days a week for breakfast and lunch until 2 p.m. on weekdays and 3 p.m. on the weekends; closed on Monday.
