Natick, MA

Natick sits at the heart of MetroWest Boston, a region of charming New England towns that balances genuine suburban warmth with remarkable cultural and culinary resources, positioned between Boston to the east and the classic landscapes of central Massachusetts to the west. Our Calico design shop is located on Worcester Street (Route 9), one of MetroWest’s primary commercial corridors, with easy access to the Natick Collection, downtown Natick, and the neighboring communities of Wellesley, Framingham, and Sudbury.

Whether you’re stopping in to explore our 5,000+ designer fabrics, custom window treatments, and free design services, or making a full afternoon of it, this guide covers the best dining, boutique shopping, parks, and things to do Natick and the surrounding MetroWest communities have to offer.

Where to Eat & Drink

MetroWest Boston’s dining scene rewards those who explore beyond the Route 9 corridor with acclaimed farm-to-table restaurants, beloved neighborhood institutions, and some genuinely exceptional culinary destinations across Natick, Wellesley, and Framingham.

• Buttercup  · Natick · 13 W Central St Chef/Owner Dora Tavel-Sanchez Luz’s acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant, one of MetroWest’s most celebrated dining destinations, with a menu built around ingredients from her own farm. Seasonal, deeply local, and genuinely delicious. One of the most distinctive restaurants in the Boston suburbs.
• Dryft Wellesley  · Wellesley · ~4 miles One of the most consistently praised restaurants in the Wellesley and Natick area, a contemporary American restaurant with a warm, sophisticated atmosphere and a menu of well-crafted seasonal dishes that has earned it a loyal following across MetroWest. A natural choice for a special-occasion dinner after a design consultation.
• Lookout Farm Taproom  · South Natick · 89 Pleasant St A beloved farm brewery and taproom serving fabulous BBQ and comfort food alongside pints and tasting flights of house-crafted beer, hard cider, and wine, often with live music on the farm grounds. One of the most distinctive and enjoyable experiences in MetroWest and a genuine local institution.
• Lola’s Italian Kitchen & Market  · Natick · Worcester St A warmly regarded neighborhood Italian restaurant and market celebrated by locals for some of the best panini, house made pasta, and Italian comfort food in MetroWest. A Natick institution with a devoted following, one of the area’s most reliable and enjoyable lunch and dinner destinations.
• The Cottage  · Wellesley · ~4 miles A charming and consistently excellent Wellesley restaurant known for its warm ambiance, seasonal American menu, and exceptional hospitality. A perennial local favorite for date nights and celebratory dinners, with creative dishes built around New England’s finest seasonal ingredients.
• Juniper  · Wellesley · ~4 miles A Mediterranean-inspired restaurant in Wellesley with flavorful, carefully crafted dishes in a cozy, intimate setting. A reliably excellent neighborhood restaurant that draws diners from across MetroWest for its creative Mediterranean fare and welcoming atmosphere.
• Casey’s Diner  · Natick Center · 36 South Ave A Natick institution and one of the most famous small diners in New England , a 1922 Worcester lunch car that has been serving some of the finest hot dogs and diner classics in Massachusetts for over a century. Cash only; the line often extends out the door and is always worth the wait.

Boutique Shopping & Local Finds

From one of New England’s premier indoor shopping destinations right beside our showroom to the independent boutiques of downtown Natick and Wellesley’s charming village shopping district, MetroWest offers excellent retail at every level.

• Natick Collection (Natick Mall)  · Natick · 1245 Worcester St · Walking distance One of the largest and most comprehensive shopping centers in New England; two connected buildings with over 200 stores anchored by Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Lord & Taylor, alongside a strong lineup of luxury and specialty retailers. Neiman Marcus at Natick is one of the finest Neiman Marcus locations in New England. Essentially next door to our showroom.
• Downtown Natick Center  · ~2 miles Natick Center’s Main Street and South Avenue district offers independent boutiques, specialty food shops, coffee houses, and the beloved Natick Center Farmers Market (Sundays, May–November) in a charming New England village setting. A pleasant contrast to the Route 9 corridor and well worth an afternoon stroll.
• Wellesley Square  · Wellesley · ~4 miles The heart of Wellesley’s shopping and dining scene, a walkable village square with upscale independent boutiques, specialty grocers, wine shops, and excellent restaurants clustered around Central Street and Church Street. One of the most charming and well-curated small-town commercial districts in eastern Massachusetts.
• Massachusetts Horticultural Society – Gardens at Elm Bank  · Wellesley · ~4 miles · 900 Washington St A beautiful 36-acre horticultural property on the Charles River in Wellesley; with formal gardens, a kitchen garden, seasonal plant sales, and educational programming from the nation’s oldest and largest horticultural organization. A lovely destination for design-minded visitors interested in garden and landscape aesthetics, with a plant sale that is one of the finest in New England.

Parks, Culture & Things to Do Near Natick

MetroWest Boston is surrounded by some of eastern Massachusetts’ most beautiful natural landscapes, historic sites, and cultural destinations; within easy reach of Boston and the broader New England coast.

• Cochituate State Park  · Natick/Wayland · ~3 miles A 1,100-acre state park encompassing three connected lakes, Lake Cochituate, North Pond, and South Pond, with swimming beaches, boat launches, fishing, picnicking, and hiking trails through beautiful mixed woodland. One of the finest public recreation areas in eastern Massachusetts and a natural summer destination for MetroWest families.
• Lookout Farm  · South Natick · 89 Pleasant St One of New England’s most beloved family farms, open for pick-your-own fruit and vegetables throughout the growing seasons, strawberries, blueberries, peaches, apples, and pumpkins in their respective seasons. The farm’s taproom, seasonal markets, and family-friendly activities make it a MetroWest institution and a wonderful full-afternoon destination.
• Wellesley College Campus & Lake Waban  · Wellesley · ~4 miles Wellesley College’s breathtaking 500-acre campus is one of the most beautiful in the United States with Gothic revival buildings, meticulously maintained gardens, and Lake Waban at its center. The campus is open to the public for walking and birdwatching, and the college’s Davis Museum maintains a significant collection of art. A stunning and entirely free afternoon destination.
• Boston via MBTA or Route 9  · ~20 miles Natick’s position on the Framingham/Worcester Commuter Rail line offers direct service to Boston’s South Station in approximately 35–40 minutes, putting the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Fenway Park, and Boston’s exceptional restaurant scene within easy reach for a day trip that pairs beautifully with a Calico design consultation.
• Concord & Lexington Historic Sites  · ~20 miles The birthplace of the American Revolution is a short drive from Natick the Minute Man National Historical Park, Old North Bridge, Walden Pond State Reservation, and the Concord Museum collectively form one of the most significant and beautiful historic landscapes in the United States. An essential Massachusetts day trip for history lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Visit Calico’s Natick Design Shop

Our Natick design shop is located at 591 Worcester Street at the heart of MetroWest Boston’s Route 9 corridor, with easy access from Natick, Wellesley, Framingham, Sudbury, and surrounding communities.

We offer 5,000+ designer fabrics, trims, and wallpaper and specialize in custom window treatments, Hunter Douglas blinds and shades, custom furniture, bedding, cushions and pillows, and reupholstery services. Our fabric selection includes over 1,000 performance fabric options featuring Sunbrella, Crypton Home and Bella Dura. Our designers are available for free in-store and in-home consultations for all project sizes, from a single accent pillow to a complete home redesign.

• Address: 591 Worcester Street, Natick, MA 01760
• Phone: (508) 651-2111
• Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM | Sunday: Closed
• Website: calicocorners.com