The Fireplace Room at the International has a large fireplace, a nice bar area, and an inviting dining room.
The menu offers a variety of dishes from casual eats like burgers and pizza to more elaborate dinner options like risotto and sirloin steak. While many items caught my attention, I ordered the Lobster and Pumpkin Risotto. When the dish arrived, the abundance of lobster amazed me. A small pumpkin was centered on the plate with a large portion of peas, pepitas, bacon and lobster claws along with a rich risotto. The flavors from the lobster, bacon, and risotto made for a wonderfully warm fall dish. The peas and pumpkin were the perfect balance to the saltier ingredients.
The service was very good throughout the night. The waitstaff kept water glasses full and drinks fresh. The only comment on the service was the kitchen seemed to be a little slow. But when the main course did arrive, it was worth the wait.
The International is a wonderful place to dine after a golf outing, to have a business meeting or to eat a formal dinner. The food and value are excellent. The International offers a nice alternative if you’re looking for a spot outside of Worcester.