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- AAndrewGreater Boston •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe have been take-out and dine-in customers here for many years, essentially since they first opened, and have dined at most of the major restaurants in the Amherst-Northampton area. In terms of the quality of food, service, ambience, consistency, etc., we think Johnny's is the best restaurant in this area.More infoJohnny's TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Amherst•4.6
- AAlfrancisNew York City •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoMy wife and I celebrated our anniversary (4th) and the entire staff was awesome. Everybody, from the young lady who checked us in to the folks who brought out or meal all congratulated us on our special day. Our waitress, Kim, was friendly, energetic, knowledgeable and attentive to all our needs. She made our celebration even better than I expected.More infoJ. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyPrice: Expensive• Steak• Glastonbury•4.8
- DDavidGreater Boston •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 14, 2024Fantastic evening celebrating XMAS with our daughter and her roommate from MHC! The staff could not have been more gracious in allowing us to decorate our mini Christmas tree on the table while waiting for the delicious food. Thank you Johnny’s for a wonderful and memorable evening at our daughter’s home away from home!More infoJohnny's Bar & GrillePrice: Moderate• American• South Hadley•4.9
- JJoyceGreater Boston •3 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 11, 2024The food was fresh and amazing! Service was great and the ambiance very nice. Choose this restaurant for an awesome experience!More infoB NapoliPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• West Springfield•4.8
- DDavidAtlanta Metro •4 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 9, 2024The food was delicious and our chef was a lot of fun More infoOsaka NorthamptonPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Northampton•4.3
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Amherst is a trendy neighborhood that has a variety of restaurants that appeal to college students and global travelers. For the sandwich lovers, Main Street offers many deli items along with salads and pastries. If you are more health-conscious, you can get fresh produce, grass-fed beef and other locally grown and raised ingredients for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the downtown district. It's easy to find Mediterranean staples like house-made pitas and kebabs for an international flavor. Visit North Pleasant Street for a taste of African cuisine. Those who enjoy eating beef, goat, salmon or shrimp along with fried plantains should seek the Nigerian dining available in the area.
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