I'm a year round bicycle commuter and work in Northampton. I was excited to hear that Northampton…read morebike which I'd been a customer of was creating a bar. I went to the Handlebar a few weeks ago for a first date and it was an excellent experience. Super friendly staff and lovely aesthetic. I'll definitely be going back and look forward to seeing the Handlebar grow.

From the owner: Ever wished your local bike shop had a sweet spot to hang out and have a drink before, after, or…read morelong after a ride? Yeah, so did we…

A must try! We went here on a whim before supper and were so glad we did. It is a gorgeous bar,…read morewith a super unique experience. You can choose a cocktail from their menu OR they have Bartenders choice where you can tell them a flavor profile and your preferred spirits and they'll create something for you. The bartenders were very personable and made some delicious drinks. We also noticed on their menu that they gave FREE cheese pizza.

I had loved this gem of a cocktail bar, and frequented often. When they made the decision to close,…read moreI was sad - but then happy to learn they were soon under new management post-Covid. Unfortunately, the relaxed ambiance of the past now long gone. The bar had ridiculously loud music, so loud my friend and I were screaming at each other and we could barely hear the bartender, and vice versa. It was not a fun experience, especially for expensive craft cocktails.

Great ambiance, especially seated at the bar. Amazing cocktails, service, and the nibbles are…read morestupendous!

Great vibe. Bar cafe that offers baked goods and snacks. Craft cocktails. Only been open a short…read morewhile but great service just like its sister Small Oven.

On a street most people take to get out of Holyoke (one-way), I dare suggest to take a trip IN to…read morethis tavern. After the big St. Patrick's Day Race, we stopped in after Yelp suggested this was both on our way home AND a better bet than the food trucks. We were surprised that parking was a breeze, with multiple entrances. The seating os designed to fit couples or larger groups comfortably, and you can tell the local love to sit around the long bar and chat. We loved our booth! The staff was quick, knew a lot about the different food options, and cocktail selection and beer selection was great. We chose a different cocktail from the list, and shared a bunch of appetizers. The sprouts were good, and the wings were tasty. I think the only thing that got a "nah" was the crab cake. I definitely have it on my list to go back for a meal, noting several dinner specials that met my creative palette.

After a trip to the mall, we decided to stop by this restaurant. We parked on the one-way street…read moreout front, but there's also parking behind the restaurant, which might be a bit safer. Upon arrival, we were greeted and seated in the bar area, which features a long bar and high-top tables. They have a solid selection of beer and alcohol. We started with the chili, topped with cheese and served with chips for dipping--it was delicious. My wife ordered the turkey club, while I opted for the tomato bisque with a grilled cheese sandwich. She enjoyed her club, and I loved my grilled cheese; it was very cheesy and made with Texas toast. However, I found the bisque a bit too thick for my taste. The servers were friendly, and we'll definitely return. I learned that they have separate lunch and dinner menus--unfortunately, I didn't realize I was looking at the dinner menu when I saw the steak, which isn't available during lunch.

The last thing I want to do is admit that a cocktail bar in this area is good. I hate driving to…read moreEasthampton (not your problem), I hate parking in Easthampton (not your problem...maybe), and there're lots of places I'd rather be. HOWEVER...I've been to Gigantic at least three times now and I have to admit that going out of your way is worth it. The drink list is not huge, but it's never boring, changes often enough to keep me interested, and I don't recall getting anything less than excellent. If they're willing to do a "bartender's choice" type thing (I haven't tried), I might have to go even more often. To address some of the things that others mentioned: Yes, it's small, but lots of good places are. Yes, the drinks take awhile, but I don't know of ANY high-end cocktail place that can cranks them out. Get over it and enjoy your time there. I've never experienced rude or pretentious (anymore than that are always is) service, but that would annoy me. The server/bartender has always been quite nice to my friends and me. I also checked out their list of vintage liquors last time I was there. I didn't try any (because money) but the fact that they have them at all is impressive.

Came here excited to try out the cocktails of one of the 10 best new bartenders in the country -…read morehttps://punchdrink.com/articles/best-new-bartenders-2025/ While we were not from the area, we were cautioned by several friends that Gigantic might not live up to the hype. What we did like was the old school music, vintage feel that took on the vibes of an antique shop (it was fun to look around), and the intimate setting. The cocktails were really good and creative with a menu that updates frequently and featured some classics as well. The cocktails were a bit pricey for what you got and for the area, the snack options were very limited and overpriced, and service was very slow despite few people being in the bar. We had to ask to be served and waited over 15 minutes for the check. We are glad we checked out Gigantic and would not recommend going out of your way for it as there are other great cocktail bars in neighboring towns.

Craving a drink that acts like pure gasoline and gets you drunk immediately? Look no further than…read moreTunnel Bar. Ordered an espresso martini and the botanist and left not remembering my name. Yes, the ambiance is cool--but the drinks are so strong it's hard to rate anything else. Service was quick and to-the-point. I'd be happy to stop by again when in the area.

Great place to meet up with friends for an unique experience. This bar is loud though as it's an…read moreold train tunnel that has been converted. The bar is in the middle with 2 and 4 top seating areas around. The drinks were really good and different. The tuna tartar was really nice and fresh. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Just be mindful this place can get busy at opening time.

Cute and cozy pub. We went the day after thanksgiving, after going to the Feztival of Trees in West…read moreSpringfield. It was snowing and we wanted some French onion soup to warm us up! We got seated right away, but it was busy for the time (mid afternoon). Our server was very friendly and the food came out quickly. The French onion soup hit the spot and was some of the best I've ever had. Rich beef broth, tender onions, nice and hot, and of course perfectly melted cheese. We shared a patty melt with onion rings. The patty melt was overdone - we ordered medium but it was beyond well done. Still flavorful but would have preferred it as ordered. They had a large patio which must be nice in the summer. A lot of the photos showed it being in a shopping mall, but those must be old, because it is a standalone restaurant. We will definitely go back when in the area, especially when we want French onion soup!

I don't know what happened to this place. The food used to be much better. Our last visit in…read moremid-May was completely unimpressive. All the food seemed to be "food service" fare. The burgers certainly didn't seem fresh. We had the appetizer pretzel that was $12 and came out on the big "show-stopping" hook. The bottom was almost burnt, it had no salt on it and absolutely ZERO flavor. The mustard and cheese sauce that they gave you to dip it in was tasteless. I'm pretty sure the cheese sauce was from a can and the mustard was just plain yellow mustard. Gross. The only redeeming thing about the meal was my chili..I'd say that was very good. Everything else was subpar. Service was friendly, but we didn't really require a lot. It was over $100 for four of us to have a light lunch and only one person had an alcoholic beverage. So it's pretty expensive for midgrade pub food. The atmosphere has a cozy vibe and I'm sure when their patio is open, people will enjoy that. But I certainly won't be back anytime soon.

Nice Irish bar serving up some very good pub grub. I stopped by for a quick burger around 1:15…read moreyesterday as I had an appointment and couldn't linger, I ordered a cheeseburger medium with coleslaw and a beer. My cheeseburger arrived in a matter of minutes from the kitchen delivered by the cook; It was cooked perfectly just as I had ordered and could not have been cooked any better. The burger cheese combo was juicy and flavorful on its own but with the addition of a slice of ripened tomato and onion this burger was well on its way to the cheeseburger Hall of Fame. The coleslaw was not an after thought but was nicely done too with a hearty zesty spicy tang. Good job Brennan's that was a dang good burger!

I wasn't sure what to expect walking into a pub in the middle of downtown nowhere, Massachusetts…read more It was Friday after 5pm, the streets were pretty dead (as is generally the case as I understand it), and I expected to see nothing but factory rejects of some wannabe Hell's Angels club. Yes, it was a buttock-cringing moment as I walked into the place....... ..... and then...... I noticed the very easy-on-the-eyes brunette bartender.... she was a dead-ringer for Lara Flynn Boyle, but much hotter. The crowd was a pleasant, Cheers-esque group of regulars that laughed and drank the day away. It could have been a pub in any-city USA. The great part? Among the beers on tap were the only 2 types I drink: guiness and weiss beers.... LOTS of them. AND..... the bartender was actually nice. She was totally cool. None of the yes-I-know-I-am-hot attitude you find in big-city bitches. The food was awesome too. I had a buffalo-wing salad, while my gimpy pal-recovering-from-gout had a reuben sandwhich. We were surprised to discover that the place does not serve any processed foods, and everything, despite the pub-grub stigma, was pretty damn good quality food. 2 beers, 2 large entrees set us back about $17-ish, which I thought was a miscalculation because I pretty much pay double that in the city..... and did I mention the cute bartender with no attitude? Maybe not a diamond, but perhaps a sapphire or ruby in the rough. And yes, I'll be back.

The Marigold is a total hidden gem. Probably the only spot open on Mondays AND I was told that this…read morecafe is connected to the theater next door and stays open late while shows are going on. The inside is soooo cozy and the staff is super friendly and welcoming. I got an iced matcha and curled up on the couch and read all afternoon without being rushed out. Bonus points for free wifi & amazing pastries

Went during the day over the weekend and got some delicious coffee beverages with my family when we…read moreneeded a break from walking around. This was a great place to stop with a comfortable and pleasant setting. Thanks for the fantastic recommendations!

It's always excellent food, great staff. Outstanding service. I cannot drink alcohol, so they have…read moreadded non-alcoholic beer. It's a great place to watch your favorite sports teams, they have 4 screens.

I usually love this place. I have never gone on a Thursday. Different waitstaff for sure. She…read moreseemed out of her element a bit. She was not very friendly..and definitely very slow. But it was Thursday so I'm looking forward to a better person next time I go, if I go back that is!