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…

Dined here's several times, always at the bar. Service has been excellent. Great selection of…read morecider, and I've tried the burger (amazing) and some shared appetizers with friends. Patio is great in summer.

Places seem to close early around here (maybe with offseason), but for dinner at 8:00 this worked…read morewell. Nicely cooked steak salad and a couple of good beers.

Our Ale Aboard Tour was the 3rd leg of events for my little brothers bachelor day events. We had a…read moregreat time. We got there a little early and were surprised to find a nice outdoor patio area with corn hole set up. Music was pumping and the atmosphere was great. Once we boarded the bus, Shira took great care of us. She handed out some cups and a couple growlers and set the speakers up for tunes. 3 breweries in 3 hours and all the transportation is taken care of. How can you go wrong?!

OK... So this was SO awesome!! I got a bunch of friends together from work and we set up a private…read moretour. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was happy to see that Northampton finally got around to having a Brew Bus at all!! There are so many little micro-breweries around here- small locally owned businesses, great beer, someone else drives- I'm in! We all met at Brew Practitioners- a new brewery in Florence in a very cool old brick building. We enjoyed a pint, gathered the troops and off we went! As we got on the bus I was pleasantly surprised to be given a little plastic cup!- Yes! Beers on board!! There was a variety of growlers to taste from as we set off on our tour. I was really impressed with the service at each brewery and as we rolled on the party got better and better! You can play your own music through blue-tooth on the bus, the bus driver was fun and engaged, and we brought a couple pizza's on board with us for absorption of the beer as we went! As you arrive at each Brewery you're bring the party with. The bartenders know your from the Brew Bus and jump right into giving you tasters and education on their beers. As I see it this is a win-win for everyone. We get to experience the local breweries, they get business and everyone loves on beer! I highly recommend this to anyone who loves beer -go by yourself, have it be a date night, or grab all your friends and load up. It's worth every penny!

Amazing cheese selection! Fair priced, great people. I have been going here for a year now. They…read moreare actually at the basement of thorns marketplace down underneath now about a block away from their old location. Theres a parking garage next to it. Highly recommend! Great wine selection as well!

This place is so well curated and the staff is always incredible. Shout out to Becca for assisting…read moreus with a life changing cheese experience!

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

I went back to the dirty truth for the first time in years. I think that the last time I had been…read morethere was when it was still a sister bar to the moan and dove. They have a very well curated selection of beers on tap. I had a Saison Dupont and a Foam collab. They also have food and I got an order of fries with some garlic aioli. Amazing!!! I heard that the chicken sandwich there is very good. I'd like to come back and try it sometime.

I've been here a few times. Service is very pleasant and oddly slow, so it's kind of like dining…read morein the south. You just have to accept the pace. The beer selection is the best I've ever seen in terms of quality breweries. Hill Farmstead is on the menu today (four different ones!) and there are so many others! The wine selection is ok. This is a beer place in my view. Food options are limited and all excellent. Some dishes can be made vegan if that's your preference but there's something for everyone and the quality is spot on. Tonight I had a tofu sandwich that was excellent another person had a kale salad and raved about it. There's something to be said for a place that limits itself to things it does perfectly and The Dirty Truth seems to be that kind of place. It also focuses on beer and food that are interesting and of the highest possible quality. IT's affordable and unpretentious and very comfortable for large and small groups alike. I think I'm coming here on every trip to Northampton. It's that good! See for yourself!