10 Best Bars in Northampton

“Really good food and a great beer list.
Edit 3 September: we had the pretzel again. This is probably the best pretzel I've ever had. It's hard not to just eat pretzel after pretzel and work my way through the excellent beer list.“

“Have not been there in a few years , but they always had excellent drinks.“

“The Elks hosted a benefit for one of our friends who is a Northampton native. Without the help of the Elks, we would not have realized our goal in raising funds for our friend and his family. Donnie and the staff were absolutely second to none. Their attention to detail, helpfulness, and most importantly, compassion, was truly heartfelt. We were able to raise $8,000 for the family. Without the Elks, this would have never happened. Sincerely, Friends of Bryan Jarvis“

“We've hosted both a graduation party and, more recently, our engagement party at The Barb & Olive and can't say enough great things about this space and the staff! Leila, Kit, and their whole team are so enthusiastic and accommodating, and the space itself is intimate and refined. They helped with setup and cleanup, gathered our input on the drink selections and even included our party logo on the printed menus––and our friends and family are still talking about the delicious, unique cocktails and mocktails and the friendly, warm service. Thanks to this venue and crew for helping us celebrate these milestones!“

“This is the best bar in town, featuring a large selection of craft beers on draft as well as some classic beer, full bar, signature and famous pickle back shots, cocktails made with fresh squeezed juice (juice squeezer affixed to the bar). Seating at wrap around bar as well as tables and high tops as well as a wall lined with bench seating. 3 pool tables, 2 sets of dart games. Does not offer food, but permits takeout food. Beer can museum is extensive. Must be 21 or older to view interior collection.“

“Love there drink selection“

“This is a quiant small restaurant offering small plates and fresh pasta. The foccacia is life changing. The rigatoni bolognese is hearty elevated comfort food! There's NOTHING like fresh pasta. The mocktail was complex, unique, and tasty (charred bayleaf). Presentation for the food and cocktails was thoughtful and impeccable.“

“Oysters: very good. Limited selection for an oyster bar. Only 1 raw option was available. It was very good. I recommend it.
Food: good.
Service: good, very friendly. A little slow.
Atmosphere: good, excellent vibe. Would be great for a date night. Outdoor seating available. Good music playing (but not too loud). Furniture needed attention, the chair I sat in was ready to collapse. Another chair in our party, a piece of it did fall off.

Kid-friendliness: Not kid friendly. No kids menu.“

“The lovely server brought a bowl of water out to where we were sitting for our dog. We ended up moving to seats at the outdoor bar, stayed dry through a thunderstorm, and the atmosphere was great. Music wasn't too loud and you could have a conversation.

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp up to the outdoor deck. There are two small steps up to the bathrooms, but there is a ramp to the employee entrance, so they may allow that to be used. Call to confirm bathroom accessibility if needed.“

“Spoleto‘s Continues to provide outstanding cuisine. We have been customers since Spoleto was located on the south end of Main Street up to it’s latest iteration next to the railroad station. The food is great, the parking is free, the wait staff are excellent and all is good. Since all good food requires time in preparation when it doesn’t come out of a frozen locker; the wait time can be longer than McDonald’s, however, nothing better than sitting and sipping while waiting. A great New England experience.“