Great vibes. Perfect spot for a night cap, hand crafted bevs to what you like. Disco balls for the…read morewin. They don't have food but you are welcome to bring in goodies. Bartender was super knowledgeable and helped us pick. Perfect end to our date night day.

Ambiance & vibe here are great, perfect lighting, seating options etc. However, it falls short with…read morestaffing. They were so understaffed when we went it essentially meant no service. We weren't checked on and had to go to the bar and wait forever to order drinks, then waited for them to be made for quite a while and eventually get a check. If service improves it would be much better! It was busy and clearly the patronage is there.

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.

fun place to have drinks and apps We had margaritas and they…read morepacked a punch! would come back in a minute. feels like a bar during prohibition - dark and mysterious.

Longing for a place to have a quiet, unpretentious evening with you person or beau-to-be? Look no…read morefurther. This place offers amazing, craft, reasonably priced beverages in a super cool environment.

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…

Ate there 5 times and have never been disappointed. Service and food are top notch. Whenever my…read morewife and I do takeout, we always get a pizza from Tellus (best in town).My only small complaint that is in the winter there is a door out to the alley that opens into where people are seated. There is a sign directing people to use the other entrance, but apparently some people can't read. On cold nights I've seen customers seated by the alley door wearing their coats and hats. Not an easy problem to fix because of fire codes, but I hope owners figure something out.

Food was just ok and pretty slow service. Basic burgers. Nothing special. I dont think i'd go…read moreback. Frankie surprised at all the great reviews.

I'm being generous with three stars because I want them to succeed in this spot where Ibiza and 7…read moreStrong have failed. Our experience here recently, was however, not up to snuff. The three of us were seated an uncomfortably narrow small table. The restaurant means to sit 4 at these tables but they are really meant for two people. The folly of this size table was evident as soon as the food arrived. Homestead's menu is heavy on small plates and we ordered one starter, 5 small plates and one pasta between the three of us. The larger plate menu (meant for 2) has only four items..a chicken, a fish, a meat, a vegetarian. They were out of the fish. All of the dishes basically arrived simultaneously. There was no room on the small table for all of the dishes. Kind of ridiculous to try and maneuver. So we hurriedly finished off a couple of dishes so the server could make room for the dishes in her hand. I can't imagine if we had four people at the table and they tried to fit 8 dishes on the table. They really need to time the arrival of the dishes so that we can enjoy and leisurely eat..not rush through them to make room for the more on the server and chef's schedule. The food? The ratatouille was delicious as was the Caesar salad. The arugula salad was fresh and satisfying. The salmon crudo was small, expensive and kinda weird. The butternut cavatelli with lemon and chicken was a wee tiny portion for $17 that was gloppy and without the advertised crispy skin. The $15 octopus was one tentacle in a spicy mush mosh. The charred shisito pepper starter was undercooked and came without the advertised sea salt. No bread offered. The wine list was really nice and fairly priced. The house wine was tasty at $5.50 a glass. All in all, disappointing but promising. The small plate emphasis will cause bigger than anticipated tabs. They really have to think about the size, comfort, and utility of those narrow rustic tables. And they need to stagger the arrival of the food so that customers are not rushed through their meals with all the dishes crammed on the table at once. Some nice traditional plates of food for one person (not everyone loves the sharing schtick) priced from $18-26 would be great. Homestead has promise but right now the attitude, and narrative outweigh the product and experience.

Our first time in Northampton and our server Sammie gave excellent recommendations. We had a window…read moreseat so we could people watch which made for a great evening and the food was amazing. I can't remember which pasta I had but don't let the green color fool you. The rigatoni and focaccia with drinks were also excellent.

My fiance found this speakeasy while we were in town and I'm so glad he did!…read more Look for a black awning advertising a real estate firm and once inside, the file cabinet on your left is really a door that will lead you to The Archives. If you're a cocktail lover, this is absolutely your spot. Not only do they have an incredibly creative list of special cocktails, but they also can make the classics and you can also ask for any off menu specials too. I opted for the Red Right Hand, which was a rum based drink with almond, citrus and spice notes. It was incredible!! We sat at the bar, which had ample seating, and there were also tables and two lounge areas in the back. The bartenders were helpful and have no problem recommending drinks based on your likes. Definitely recommend The Archive for incredible drinks by talented bartenders!

Cool vibe, excellent drinks and knowledgeable mixologists. Perfect place for couples or small…read moregroups to relax in a cool atmosphere with cool vibes, good music and great drinks. If youre in Amherst this is a must try.

One of my favorite spots in town. If going solo, I sit at the bar. Sam and Joe are both great…read morebartenders. If bringing friends, try the dining room. I've tried the seasonal cocktails in 3 seasons and so far, always great. Re: food - my favorites are the Waygu burger at the bar, and the seared scallops over risotto. The asparagus appetizer is also good. Only food that I've not enjoyed is the creme brûlée. Felt like it came from GFS and was just carmelized on site. Two thumbs down on that one. Everything else has been great.

Everyone's food was delicious, drinks were good and service was great! Our server was super patient…read morewith our requests and they were so accommodating. Loved the bone in chicken, huge pork chop and filet. Will definitely be back when visiting again!

calm, relaxing atmosphere. felt like a dive without being gross. bartender was knowledgeable and…read morefriendly. regular patrons were welcoming. i tried a trappist ale per the bartender's recommendation and it was delicious

It's just my favorite place for a beer. The atmosphere that's so stamped out elsewhere is still…read morealive. Not driven out by the music. Not phonyied up decor. Old school.

This place is what I would consider a 'dive bar' at first glance. It has cheap drinks, chill music,…read moremirrors and tons of beer cans on the walls, relaxed bartenders. But the longer you look, the more un-divey it becomes. The bartenders are friendly, part of the community, and attentive. The bar itself is clearly well kept. There's no sticky mess on the bar or the floors, there are no handprints on the mirrors, and there's no overlooked trash anywhere. Like, this place is well cared for. There are tons of seating around the u-shaped bar and throughout the second side of this location. Oh, and yes, there are pool tables which add to the fun of this. There are booth seating and along the wall seating. There are high top tables and barstools. A place for everyone. This bar is a fucking gem. With house-mixed drinks that cost $5 and freshly squeezed juice alcoholic drinks at $6, you can't beat the prices. And with such good and friendly bartenders, solid music game, and nice seating/clean spaces, it's hard to top. Even the patrons are friendly AF. Seriously, check out this delightful little gold nugget.

I stopped by ye old watering hole with a friend to try a pickleback for the first time…read more The bar seemed pretty cool and chill, they have a beer can museum with cans that go back to the 1940s I'm told. The pickleback was awesome being comprised of a shot glass each of Jameson and pickle juice. I'll be back!!