Monica F.
Yelp
This is a fun place to spend some time. I've been here at different hours of the day for all kinds of reasons and it's always a treat.
A big draw is, of course, the Gillette Stadium and The Hall (Patriots Hall of Fame) is a wonderful facility with lots of interesting things to see and do (I have a separate review for them), but even if you don't like or care for football or the Patriots, there are tons of reasons to spend some time here.
#1 The Food - There are a LOT of restaurants here, both fancy and casual, expensive and budget-conscious alike. I can personally vouch for Tavolino for pizza. There are also some totally different dining experiences offered at the cinema Luxe Level and Splitsville Luxury Lanes/Howl at the Moon dual piano bar where you can eat some pretty yummy grub while doing fun activities. I can vouch for both places, too, both food and fun-wise. Also, if you're just looking for a snack, there's a Cupcake Charlie (they also have soft-serve ice cream and GF treats), a Menchi's Fro-Yo, and, of course, a Dunkin Donuts that usually has seasonal specials (I think I saw milkshakes on their sign recently). For atmosphere, you can't beat the outdoor seating at CBS Scene (looking straight out at the stadium) and the rooftop at Bar Louie.
#2 The Shopping - Great variety of shops here. First, the ProShops have gobs of Patriots gear, clothing, home décor, etc. I've found different items at the smaller store in the walking area than in the main (larger) store below The Hall, so I always make sure to go to both.
But while I like to peruse the shops in the main walking area, the real shopping happens in the plaza next door (still Patriot Place). Ulta Beauty, Trader Joe's, Off Broadway Shoes, Christmas Tree Shop, Bass Pro Shop...and I'm forgetting a bunch, I'm sure.
#3 The Activities - As I've mentioned, there's a big ol' movie theater that also has a Lux Level and a fancy bowling alley where you can have a party or just grab a quick game. Howl at the Moon piano bar is in the same facility and has lots of seating. There's also Muse Paintbar (where sometimes a drink is included!) and The Comedy Scene with live shows. Also, there's almost always some kind of family and/or fitness-minded event (there was recently a "Finish at the 50" 5k, for example) as well as face painting, music, balloon artists, etc.
In short, Patriot Place has a lot to offer everyone on any given day for any reason whether you want to chill, eat, shop, or party. Love this place and always look forward to going!