In 1660 on this site, John Pynchon constructed a fort to defend the tiny settlement of Springfield. In October of 1675, the town was burned to the ground by the forces of King Philip’s Pocumtuck Indians. Only Pynchon’s fort withstood the attack.
The Student Prince has been a Springfield landmark since 1935. Back then, it was just the bar and booth area with about 20 beer steins on the wall. The dining room came in 1946, followed by a young gentleman named Rupprecht Scherff who began working at the restaurant in 1949 and took ownership in 1961. Rupprecht was the heart and soul of the restaurant until his death in 1996, during which time the Student Prince and Fort Restaurant became a local institution and the stein collection grew to be one of the largest in the United States.
Live music on Fort Street every weekend throughout the summer! Sommer Festival on Fort Street – Fred Merion Thursday, August 11, 2022 6:00 PM 9:00 PM Sommer Festival on Fort Street – Mike Rau Friday, August 12, 2022 6:00 PM 9:00 PM Sommer Festival on Fort Street – Lisa Martin Saturday, August 13, 2022 6:00 PM 9:00 PM […]
Live music on Fort Street every weekend throughout the summer! Sommer Festival on Fort Street – Fred Merion Thursday, August 11, 2022 6:00 PM 9:00 PM Sommer Festival on Fort Street – Mike Rau Friday, August 12, 2022 6:00 PM 9:00 PM Sommer Festival on Fort Street – Lisa Martin Saturday, August 13, 2022 6:00 PM 9:00 PM […]
Rock ‘N’ Roll PT IV Beer Dinner will melt your face off. 5 courses matched with legendary tunes & brews. Tributes to Queen & MORE! Tickets are $65/pp and include tax/gratuity! Buy Now
JOIN US AT THE FORT FOR OUR FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH! Celebrate DAD at The Fort this Fathers Day with our Sunday Brunch fit for a KING. Featuring special Chef's Selections: Zuppa di Pesce, Marinated Roast Pork Loin, Lemon Pepper Roast Chicken, Carving Prime Rib & MORE! (reservations for inside only) Brunch not your thing? We’ll be featuring […]
Easy Company Brewing will be launching Springfield’s newest brewery Thursday at the Student Prince in downtown Springfield. Easy Company Brewing (ECB) is a veteran-owned business that is committed to donating 100% of its profits to veterans, first responders, and their families. The name and its mission are inspired by the men of Easy Company from WW […]
Ready for the weekend!? So are we & we are happy to announce that outdoor dining THIS WEEKEND to Fort Street. We'll be serving up our Maifest Specials all month long as we celebrate the season with decadent dishes like our Lamb Ragu Fusilli Pasta or our NEW summer drink menu with our Summer Chauvinette! […]
Maifest is a festive, joyous tradition in Germany. It celebrates the arrival of spring where food is plentiful and spirits flow freely. The tradition unfolds in Springfield presented by the Student Prince & The Fort Restaurant. Join us for NIGHT 1 of our SPECIAL two night celebration: The festivities kick off at 5PM with the […]
Maifest is a festive, joyous tradition in Germany. It celebrates the arrival of spring where food is plentiful and spirits flow freely. The tradition unfolds in Springfield presented by the Student Prince & The Fort Restaurant. Join us for NIGHT 1 of our SPECIAL two night celebration: The festivities kick off at 5PM with the […]
Treat MOM to the perfect Mother's Day on Fort Street We'll be serving up our bottomless brunch buffet with some extra special additions perfect for Mom & the whole family. FEATURING SPECIAL CHEF’S SELECTIONS Stuffed roulade of pork with a sherry cream mustard sauce, rosemary roasted chicken, seafood scampi. We will also be carving prime […]
JOIN US AT THE FORT FOR OUR EASTER BRUNCH! Sunday April 4th from 11am - 3pm. We will be open till 6pm serving our Dinner Menu! Featuring Special Chef’s Selections of: Bourbon Glazed Roast Ham with Pineapple Chutney, Seafood Fra Diavolo, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Carving Prime Rib & MORE! RESERVATIONS HIGHLY SUGGESTED - RESERVE IN PERSON […]
Join us at The Student Prince for our Luck O' The Irish Whiskey Tasting Dinner! Wednesday, March 23rd 6PM, $65. BUY TICKETS NOW Tax & Gratuity included in price
SOLD OUT!! Join us as we celebrate the start of the Hunting season! 6 COURSE WILD GAME DINNER WITH APPETIZERS FOR THE TABLE & DESSERT! This is your chance to Enjoy this MAGNIFICENT Meal – featuring our delicious Fried Frog Legs, Buffalo Ribeye & more delicious delicacies. Tickets are $75/pp – Price includes tip & gratuity. Alcohol […]
Join us as we celebrate the start of the Hunting season! 6 COURSE WILD GAME DINNER WITH APPETIZERS FOR THE TABLE & DESSERT! This is your chance to Enjoy this MAGNIFICENT Meal – featuring our delicious Fried Frog Legs, Buffalo Ribeye & more delicious delicacies. Tickets are $75/pp – Price includes tip & gratuity. Alcohol not included […]
Take a walk on the wild side! The Student Prince and The Fort Restaurant at 8 Fort Street in Springfield, MA brings you Springfield’s Original GAME MONTH throughout the entire month of February. A separate GAME MONTH MENU will feature amazing game dishes prepared exquisitely with game meats such as buffalo, venison, bison, quail and […]
Join us December 31 to ring in the New Year with Champaign Toast & Party Favors! We will be celebrating the Ball Drop in GERMANY at 6:00pm with a Champagne Toast, Party Favors & live music from Ryan Hollander from 6pm-9pm. Reservations are highly recommended - please call to reserve your table 413-734-7475 SEE WHAT'S ON […]
Join us on December 12th for a Family Tradition on Fort Street - Brunch with SANTA! Santa himself will be making his way down from the North Pole just for us - come eat, drink & be merry with the jolliest guy around. Reserve your table now at studentprince.com/brunchwithsanta or give us a call at […]
The famous Fort carolers will be bringing their unforgettable holiday cheer to our dining room every night up through Dec 24th. Reserve your table now and join us in a winter wonderland for dinner and music that embodies the holiday spirit. Reservations are filling very fast so don’t let the season go by without being […]
CELEBRATE THE SEASON & LET OUR TEAM DO THE COOKING! Join us this year for our Traditional Thanksgiving Buffet featuring turkey, carved roast beef, ALL the fixings, a decadent selection of desserts & MORE! JUST FOR $30.95 PER PERSON! CHILDREN AGE 6-12 ARE $15 - CHILDREN UNDER 5 ARE FREE! Reservations are highly recommended - […]
FINAL WEEKEND!! Roll out the barrel because Springfield’s Original Mighty Oktoberfest is going to be a barrel of fun every weekend in October on Fort Street in downtown Springfield. Come raise a boot of THE LARGEST & MOST RARE SELECTION OF GERMAN BEERS as we celebrate the original & most authentic Oktoberfest in all of […]
FINAL WEEKEND!! Roll out the barrel because Springfield’s Original Mighty Oktoberfest is going to be a barrel of fun every weekend in October on Fort Street in downtown Springfield. Come raise a boot of THE LARGEST & MOST RARE SELECTION OF GERMAN BEERS as we celebrate the original & most authentic Oktoberfest in all of […]
