I am still thinking about the strawberry rhubarb mule cocktail I had at HighBrow during my visit in…read moreMay. My husband and I stopped in during a dreary, chilly May Saturday afternoon. The atmosphere was vibrant and friendly. A bit loud, but encouraging to see how bustling the restaurant was. I enjoyed my grilled caesar salad. I added chicken so it was a bit pricey for a lunch salad, but it was tasty and I always appreciate when caesar salads include anchovies, as they're meant to! My husband liked his rigatoni bolognese. Service was excellent. Our server was very apologetic about how long things were taking, but with a full house it honestly just felt like a good pace without any excessive waiting. It was a great experience overall.

Food is a 4. Service drags it down some. Took some time to look for a good beer and had the…read morefirst two not available because "someone has an update updated the list yet". If you can't update the list then don't publish it. As far as the food goes. The rice short rest were delicious.

From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm and inviting -- rustic yet refined, with a…read morecozy New England charm that makes it perfect for both date nights and relaxed dinners with friends. The staff were genuinely welcoming, attentive without being overbearing, and clearly passionate about the food they serve. The menu highlights locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavors, and you can taste the freshness in every bite. The dishes are thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented. Whether you're ordering seafood, steak, or one of their creative vegetarian options, the flavors are balanced and satisfying. The cocktail list is equally impressive, with well-crafted drinks that complement the menu nicely. What really sets Homestead apart is its consistency and attention to detail -- from the quality of the ingredients to the comfortable ambiance and polished service. It's the kind of place that feels special without feeling pretentious. If you're in Northampton and looking for a restaurant that blends farm-to-table quality with a welcoming atmosphere, Homestead is absolutely worth a visit.

We had such a wonderful experience here from start to finish. The hostess greeted us with a warm…read moresmile and made us feel immediately welcome. While our table was being set up outside, we enjoyed a drink at the bar--the 15-minute wait was absolutely worth it. The outdoor setting was beautiful, with greenery creating a relaxed summer vibe and live music playing under a small tent, adding to the atmosphere. Our server was equally delightful--friendly, attentive, and spot-on with recommendations. Now, the food: outstanding. We started with the beets and peas salad, which was bursting with flavor--our plates were practically licked clean. The house arugula salad was crisp, fresh, and perfectly balanced with a light, lemony vinaigrette. For mains, we shared the roasted half chicken and the bucatini. Both were phenomenal. I rarely order chicken at restaurants since it often feels too plain, but this one was perfection--crispy skin, juicy meat, and seasoning that carried through every bite. The bucatini, made with homemade pasta and loaded with crispy pancetta, was absolutely irresistible. We couldn't resist finishing with the "Little Mason Jar" dessert, which was indulgent and delicious. Everything--from the service to the food to the ambiance--was exceptional. We'll definitely be back on our next visit to the area

First time here and already planning our next visit. Everything about this restaurant is 5 stars,…read moreambiance service food and drinks. Don't leave Amherst without a stop here. You won't regret it About the Salmon dish: Salmon cooked perfectly, veggie & grains & lemon vinaigrette. Chefs kiss. Another impt tip, ask the bartender for a wine pairing. You won't be disappointed

We paid a lot to be insulted by management. Last Sunday my…read morewife and I dined on the porch. We dined there at least four times in the past year. Our table was as requested and a wonderful familiar server took excellent care of us. We ordered the Restaurant Week menu and added a bottle of wine and two salads. Our cold asparagus soup was delicious. Unfortunately, the entree was poorly prepared. The fish was badly overcooked, and the vegetables were burnt. When our server came by to ask how everything was, we answered honestly that the fish was very dry. We added that we had had much better fish dishes there before but it was fine. Our server went to his manager to share our answer to his question of how everything was. The manager came to our table and said "I understand that there is a problem here". We showed him our plates so he could see for himself. He asked if we wanted the kitchen to redo our entree and we said no. When we were presented with the bill our server apologized because his manager said there would be no adjustment. We never requested an adjustment! We never asked to speak with a manager! My wife and I are not con artists looking to get freebees. We simply gave an honest answer to the question asked of us. If we had a problem that needed to be corrected we would have made a request to do so. The fish was very dry and not very enjoyable. When asked if we wanted a replacement we said no thank you. We never asked for anything. We chalked this up to a less than stellar meal at a restaurant where we had enjoyed stellar meals in the past. It is most insulting to be treated like hustlers looking for something for free.

We are seasoned travelers. This was one of the best meals of our lives. We shared a Caesar salad…read more She had the duck. I had the dreamy Bolognese. Every dish was "the best" we have ever had. Super friendly service. The place is so tiny that we were able to complement the chef from our seats at the bar. We are already planning our next visit on our way home from Maine in two weeks!

Love the Waxwing. Food, service are great. Ambiance - a little crowded for my taste. I'll go for a…read morespecial meal, but with the prices up, a bit out of range for weekly dining. Maybe 3-4 times a year when I'm willing to splurge near home. Wish it did't feel so cramped. When the weather is warm and nights are longer, if the service is under the tent outside, it's a definite bike ride over and lovely outside dining.

Having been to Amherst Oyster many many times, the aspect that stands out to me the most is how…read moreconsistent they are with food quality, attention to customer needs, and making you feel seen and celebrated. The atmosphere is upscale and inviting. The flavor pairings and food quality is great and honestly unexpected for the Amherst area. Anda is my favorite bartender, making the best drinks, and always creates an energetic visit. Highly recommend!

First timer coming here. Not sure why I waited so long! We had a reservation for four at 7:15P on a…read moreSaturday night. Surprisingly, we wouldn't have actually needed the reservation; the place was pretty quiet for a Saturday night. Though, the college students are all gone for summer so that might play a part in it. Nonetheless. The food was DELICIOUS. The drinks were FABULOUS. We each had a few drinks and everyone seemed to enjoy what they had. I ordered the Don't Text Your Ex and that was so yummy. I loved the dragonfruit dusting on top. Our server, Scotty, kept us fed and hydrated all night. We started with 16 oysters, tried 4 different kinds, of all sizes. I wish I remembered which we did but they were all very good. Next came the calamari with hot honey. That was eaten up pretty quickly as well! Highly recommend. Entree wise, I ordered the Seared Scallops for myself, and the other party goers had the Lobster Roll (which comes hot, not cold), the Seared Tuna, and the Casarecce Vongole. Everyone was part of the clean plate club that night. All the dishes were so good I know I keep repeating myself! The bill can get pretty pricey if you're not paying attention. We will definitely be going back!

Another great visit to Progression. I used to be all about the other brewery down the street but…read moreProgression has leap-frogged to the top preference. Nice comfortable venue with excellent beer and very friendly and helpful staff. Decent location and parking is just as brutal here as it is anywhere else in town, so if with a group maybe plan to drop them off in front and go find a space somewhere. I lean toward the IPAs but we also had a Plum Berliner which was excellent. Of course we brought a case home! Highly recommend this one!

My fiance and I will be hosting our rehearsal dinner here in a few months so we stopped by to meet…read morewith the manager. The manager is incredible kind and helpful, very wise. They make planning very easy. The space is gorgeous, they have a semi-private space which is perfect for us and they have on-site catering. They have live music, that salt shuffleboard game and some arcade games too. There is a parking lot directly attached which is super convenient. We tried the kolsch and margarita sour and were blown away by both.

For the numerous times that I've gone with friends for dinner, it has always been a great and…read moreconvenient experience (located right on campus near Franklin Dining Commons)! At the end of the semester I usually have quite a few YCMP swipes left so my friends and I splurge by using them up on "extravagant" meals at UClub. (Better that than feeding UMass Dining free money!) The menu in my opinion is definitely on the pricier side if you were to spend your own non-prepaid money, but it is an upgrade from the regular Dining Hall mass-produced meals. Plus it's in a charming blue old-fashioned house, apparently the oldest in Amherst! Most if not all of the servers are UMass students so I didn't factor any expectations for the service. Although I was impressed that when one of my friends made a reservation for 12 of us , the staff actually found a table AND private room to accommodate all of us! APPETIZERS: Pan-seared Scallops, Stuffed mushrooms (Both were delicious! Who knew scallops with a bit of apple sauce and some chips on the side would taste so good.) ENTREES: Pan-seared Salmon, Herb-crusted Mahi (Both my SO and I were pleasantly surprised by how delicious and appropriately seasoned the fish were!) NY Steak (underwhelming, tough), Seafood Pasta (I don't really like their pasta since it reminds me of dining hall food, plus there weren't enough scallops or shrimp) DESSERTS: They have a daily menu so the server will let you know. Lemon cake, Cheese cake, Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Shortcake, etc... (I've tried a lot of different ones, and they are all good but nothing sticks out in my mind in particular. I'm usually probably too full at this point.)

I recently went for brunch. The selection of items was fantastic. I wish I could have had some of…read moreeverything. What I did have an enjoy was a green salad with fun stuff in it, a caprese salad, a made-to-order omelet, steak, bacon, and then desserts. My dining buddies said the cannoli tasted stale, but everything I had was yummy. Especially a chocolate square kind of tart thing. The setting was charming and old. If the weather was better, I would have liked to use the outdoor seating. It was a very nice place for a special occasion (graduation and Mother's Day). Looked like they could accommodate small parties in their own rooms.

Hubs and I picked Bistro 63 in Amherst, MA to celebrate my daughter's state powerlifting win…read moreearlier that day. Honestly it was a solid choice. It was actually the first place that popped up on Yelp when I searched for dinner spots and I'm glad we rolled with it. Hubs made a quick Sat. afternoon res, but we really didn't even need one since it wasn't crowded. The menu has plenty of pescatarian and vegetarian options- plus red meat, chicken and pork. Service was friendly. We hit one slight hiccup when my daughter's neighbor (who we invited along) ordered the chicken risotto from the menu and ordered it without red peppers- but ended up sending it back because it came with. The rest of our meals totally made up for it. Hubs was happy with his skirt steak, my daughter enjoyed the roasted salmon with risotto and my seafood risotto? Tasty- and these folks aren't even Italian. The only real miss was the cocktails. Hubs' and mine both sounded amazing on the menu, but they were weak. Still, prices are reasonable, the vibe was nice, portions are big and it ended up being a great spot to celebrate my daughter's special win.

Food was excellent! Went with NE clam chowder and Korean fried chicken special. I'd go back!!!read more