Amherst Restaurant Week Returns June 8-12

AMHERST — The Amherst Business Improvement District (BID) announced the launch of Amherst Restaurant Week, taking place Sunday, June 8 through Thursday, June 12 in downtown Amherst. With more than a dozen participating restaurants and eateries, this weeklong event invites residents, students, and visitors alike to explore the diverse food scene that makes Amherst a standout dining destination.

Building on the legacy of the Taste of Amherst, which last ran in 2019, this reimagined event brings the focus back to the restaurants themselves. Diners can enjoy special offers, prix fixe menus, and exclusive deals at a wide range of local favorites, from casual cafés to upscale taverns; global flavors to homegrown comfort food.

“Amherst Restaurant Week is all about celebrating the incredible talent and variety we have right here in downtown,” said Robert Allingham, Marketing & Communications manager for the Amherst BID. “We want to make it easy and exciting for people to visit multiple restaurants, support our local businesses, and discover something new.”

To kick off the week, downtown Amherst will come alive on June 8 with free entertainment and local flavor. From 4:30 to 6 p.m., local band Prone to Mischief will perform a lively outdoor set downtown, creating an ideal atmosphere to stroll, dine, and enjoy the evening. At the same time, chef Bill Collins will host a free cooking demo at the White Lion Brewing patio, preparing asparagus marsala for attendees to sample and learn how to make themselves.

Participating locations will be marked with ‘Restaurant Week Participant’ window decals and table signage inside, and additional details — including each restaurant’s specific offer — can be found at amherstdowntown.com and by following @AmherstDowntown on Instagram.