Michael’s guidebook
Food scene
El Comalito
460 West StBest Mexican food in the Amherst area
Antonio's Pizza
31 N Pleasant StBest pizza in Amherst
McCarthy's Pub
5 E Walnut StFun family restaurant and bar with affordable prices
Roadhouse Cafe
176 Federal StVery good breakfast until 1pm
Osteria Vespa
28 Amity StBest Italian food in Amherst
La Veracruzana
63 South Pleasant StreetExcellent Mexican food at a fair price
Pasta E Basta
26 Main StExcellent pasta dishes at a reasonable price
Inn on Boltwood
30 Boltwood AveThe nicest restaurant in Amherst
Johnny's Tavern
30 Boltwood WalkA nice restaurant with excellent food
Monkey Bar & Grill
63 North Pleasant StreetGreat food and nice atmosphere
Music
Iron Horse Music Hall
20 Center StGreat intimate music hall in Northampton
Sightseeing
Beautiful hiking area with nice trails immediately adjacent to the house. A marked and maintained trail ascends through woods to link the meadow area with the New England Scenic Trail as it approaches the Cadwell State Forest.
Scarborough Brook Conservation
454 Gulf RoadBeautiful hiking area with nice trails immediately adjacent to the house. A marked and maintained trail ascends through woods to link the meadow area with the New England Scenic Trail as it approaches the Cadwell State Forest.
Buffam Falls
Beautiful hiking area a short drive from the house
Cool off on hot summer day in the beautiful reservoir about 13 miles from the house
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Lake Wyola
Cool off on hot summer day in the beautiful reservoir about 13 miles from the house
A long drive but well worth the visit for any basketball fan
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Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
1000 Hall of Fame AveA long drive but well worth the visit for any basketball fan
Take in beautiful views of the reservoir and hills while you ride, walk or picnic.
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Quabbin Reservoir
100 Winsor Dam RdTake in beautiful views of the reservoir and hills while you ride, walk or picnic.
Shopping
Spirit Haus
338 College StBest liquor store in the area with a great selection of Belgian ales
Stop & Shop
470 N Main StCloset grocery store
Dwight Station Mini Mart
1066 Federal StreetCloset convenience store with gas
CVS
76 N Pleasant StFor all your medical needs
Cycling
Nice rail trail for cyclist, runners and skaters
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Norwottuck Rail Trail
Norwottuck Rail TrailNice rail trail for cyclist, runners and skaters
Laughing Dog Bicycles
63 S Pleasant StNice bike shop for all your needs
Coffee
Amherst Coffee
28 Amity StAn Amherst institution
Dunkin'
132 King StIf you must...
Share Coffee Amherst
178 N Pleasant StAnother nice coffee place
Bars
Hangar Pub And Grill
10 University DrPopular hangout for UMass students
A fantastic beer selection including a dreamy choice of Belgian and Trappist ales
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The Moan & Dove
460 West StA fantastic beer selection including a dreamy choice of Belgian and Trappist ales
Monkey Bar
63 N Pleasant StA nice, upscale bar
Best mixed drinks in the area located in Northampton
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The Green Room
28 Center StBest mixed drinks in the area located in Northampton
Experience claustrophobia over fine cocktails in Northampton
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The Tunnel Bar
125 A Pleasant StExperience claustrophobia over fine cocktails in Northampton