Johnny's Tavern

Name: Johnny's Tavern
Address: 30 Boltwood Walk, Amherst, MA, United States, 01002
Telephone: (413) 230-3818
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

563 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Johnny’s Tavern in Amherst manages to provide a mixed ambiance of classy, yet laidback charm and décor. The dining room provides a nice backdrop for a date night or a group of friends. Even a rather large group can sit comfortably in the expansive dining area. The bar features television where you can catch your favorite sporting events while dining on your food.

The food at Johnny’s Tavern is delicious and always well-prepared. Meals are cooked to order to ensure that diners with various dining preferences can all come in and enjoy a meal. If you are looking for some recommendations, you should try the truffle fries, brussels sprouts, burgers or the house made gnocchi. Stop in at Johnny’s Tavern to see what other amazing food options are available on the menu.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

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(413) 230-3818

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(413) 230-3818
Website
http://www.johnnystavernamherst.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Eli Kozukhin

Location
30 Boltwood Walk Amherst, MA 01002
Neighborhood
Amherst, Massachusetts
Cross street
Main Street
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Truffle Fries$9.00
herbs | pecorino | truffle oil | tomato jam
Blistered Shishito Peppers$11.00
smoked salt | tomato chorizo chutney | scallion
Burrata Cheese$12.00
chili maple butternut squash compote | grilled bread | arugula
Fried Salt and Pepper Calamari$13.00
cilantro lime aioli | unagi sauce | garlic chili | scallion | five spice
Fried Brussels Sprouts$11.00
garlic aioli | lemon | bacon | pecorino
Crispy Pork Potstickers$12.00
garlic chili vinegar | dressed greens
PEI Mussels$12.00
garlic | white wine | lemon | chili flake | grilled bread
Pork Belly$12.00
general tso | scallion | sichuan peppercorn | jalapeño

Soup + Salads

choice of dressing: lemon pepper vinaigrette | caesar | buttermilk ranch | honey balsamic vinaigrette | jalapeño cider vinaigrette

French Onion Soup$7.00
beef broth | caramelized onion | swiss | provolone | croutons
Arugula Salad$8.00
avocado | heirloom tomato | blue cheese | lemon pepper vinaigrette
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad$8.00
dried cherries | pickled onion | candied pecan | goat cheese | cider jalapeno vinaigrette
Truffle Kale Caesar$8.00
garlic breadcrumbs | pecorino | white anchovy | caesar dressing | white truffle oil
Beet Salad$8.00
mixed greens | feta | toasted pepitas | shaved onion | honey balsamic vinaigrette
Simple Salad$7.00
mixed greens | cucumber | carrot | heirloom tomato

Add To any Salad

Grilled Chicken$4.00
Shrimp$6.00
Salmon*$8.00
Grilled Rare Tuna*$8.00
Fried Chicken Thigh$5.00
Burger Patty*$8.00
Hanger Steak*$15.00
Beet & Kale Burger Patty$8.00

Sandwiches

choice of salad, house made potato chips or fries / truffle fries additional $2

Tavern Burger*$16.00
beer braised onion | vermont cheddar | lettuce | tomato | brioche; substitute beet & kale vegan burger
Rare Tuna Sandwich$15.00
soy marinated cucumbers | arugula | wasabi mayo | unagi sauce | ciabatta
Fried Chicken Sandwich$14.00
garlic chili cilantro honey | lettuce | tomato | onion | aioli | brioche
Portabella Sandwich$13.00
red pepper hummus | pickled onion | tomato | avocado | greens | grain bread
Smoked Brisket Sandwich$15.00
cider barbeaue | sauerkraut | swiss | brioche

Housemade Pasta

prepared in our kitchen daily | substitute gluten free penne +$2

Potato Gnocchi$23.00
lemon cream | chicken | asparagus | prosciutto | pecorino
Italian Sausage Rigati$20.00
chili flake | roasted garlic pomodoro | house made ricotta | pecorino
Mushroom Rigati$21.00
roasted garlic cream | peas | mushrooms | goat cheese | truffle oil
Chicken Pesto Rigati$22.00
basil pesto | house made ricotta | garlic breadcrumbs | pecorino
Frutti di Mare$23.00
mussels | scallops | shrimp | white wine pomodoro | garlic breadcrumbs | spaghetti
Roasted Butternut Squash Spaccatelli$20.00
brussels sprouts | pepitas | sage creme fraiche | feta
Pappardelle Bolognese$22.00
pomodoro with touch of cream | braised beef | house made ricotta | pecorino
Short Rib Pappardelle$23.00
sweet marsala | mushrooms | carrot | greens | pecorino
Brussels Sprout Carbonara$20.00
smoked bacon | farm fresh egg | lemon | pecorino | spaghetti
Shrimp Spaccatelli$23.00
smoked bacon | sundried tomato | spinach | garlic white wine cream | pecorino

Entrées

Roasted Garlic Crusted Cod$26.00
breadcrumbs | parsnip puree | bacon | brussel sprout potato hash
Fish and Chips$18.00
battered cod | house made fries | tartar sauce | lemon
Atlantic Salmon*$25.00
pickled ginger salad | miso glaze | fried black rice | fried broccolini
Hanger Steak*$29.00
espresso rub | charred onion steak sauce | romano fingerling potatoes | asparagus
Cast Iron Roasted Chicken$23.00
lemon garlic pan sauce | mashed potatoes | sautéed greens
Barramundi$27.00
asian sea bass | citrus butter | seafood spinach risotto
Fried Chicken$23.00
buttermilk gravy | bacon scallion mashed potatoes | sautéed greens | housemade hot sauce
Braised Short Rib$26.00
mushroom demi-glace | mashed potatoes | heirloom carrot | cippolini onion
Duck Breast$28.00
rosemary demi-glace | tavern chorizo cassoulet | sautéed greens

What 563 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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laurencem
New England
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
very nice food calamari spectacular, a bit too sweet but Rachel our bar gal said we can adjust . other bites were very nice. The bread and the wonderful dip/spread were perfect. We'll be back soon to run through the menu.
DR
DebR
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Ate at this fine establishment to celebrate our anniversary. Food was delicious, as usual, and service was very attentive. Great choice for a special occasion. We hope to be back again soon!
DB
DanielB
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service is great; the menu is extensive and provides creative options; and the food is always good. Highly Recommend.
DJ
DrJudy
New England
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
On a very busy Mother’s Day, the table they had set aside for us was running a little slow. The hostess and Justina, who was our server, kept us informed, apologized for the delay and got us seated as soon as they could. We appreciated their communication with us during the process. Justina did an excellent job and our meals were served promptly. As always, the salads were fresh and salmon cooked to our specifications. A shared Tavern Sundae topped off our meal - a favorite dessert!
JM
JackieM
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve been to Johnny’s Tavern multiple times and the food and service has always been great! I highly recommend trying JT if you haven’t already.
SK
SusanK
New England
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Great place to have dinner!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great; our server was very friendly and professional. Good job!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and waitstaff super friendly and attentive.
JC
JoeC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service, food and ambiance…we’ll be back!!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always get the pasta! Especially the spaccatelli!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience4
The mussels were over cooked. Way to much garlic and not enough lemon. I have had the mussels several times before and enjoyed them so much. When desert was served not by our regular waitress they were just placed on the table not in front of the respective person.
KG
KarenG
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really enjoyed the beet salad and barramundi!
F
Fifi
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The staff was welcoming and helpful. The food was excellent. The music was too loud.
MN
MarkN
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and the service was great. Definitely will go back
DF
DianaF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing meal and service ! We have never been disappointed.
JB
JohnB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nice place with good food and good service. Not too noisy.
R
Ryan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We just found Johnnys in the past couple of years when our child started attending UMass and have never been disappointed. Great service and food. We were last there for Easter Brunch. Great options that were all delicious. Highly recommend !
LG
LenoreG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great tavern! Waitress was wonderful and the food was delicious! Good value for your money.
S
Stripernut
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The noise level was a little high for me, but most seemed happy with it. The food and service were great. My Coke was flat, (happens all the time wherever I go) but the lemonade they replaced it with was perfect. Our server could not have been better. We will be going back, I saw many more things on the menu that I want to try!
CC
CarinaC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
amazing food, excellent service and over all beautiful decor and set up!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Very good. Music was a bit odd but besides that, phenomenal service and amazing food
LW
LisaW
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great we had reservations they were running on time. Even though the place was completely packed Food came out quickly wait staff was very efficient and the food was reasonably priced for three of us to dine for 130 bucks
FJ
FJon
Hawaii
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First visit and would certainly go back. Large portions. Super tasty. Pork belly appetizer was sweet, salty, spicy, porky deliciousness. Kale truffle Caesar salad excellent. Duck, hamburger, barramundi, and fish & chips entrees all winners. Service great as well!
m
mikeh
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
My cousin and I dined here last night and had a good experience. I had the short rib pappardelle and she had the mushroom rigati. We were served promptly and the food was good. Next time I'd like to try the garlic crusted cod as that looked tasty.
R
Reviewer
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
The server brought me a dish I didn’t order and I had to wait for my dish to be rushed. It look almost the whole time the other people In my party took to eat their food. She offered me free desert but I really think my dish should have been comped completely. It tasted good when I got it, but I had to wolf it down when it was piping hot because of the time delay.
M
Markar
New England
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The entries are outstanding. Especially the Sea Bass. Equal to anything you could find in Boston or NYC.
RL
RobinL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the Barramundi with risotto, oh man the fish was perfectly seasoned and cooked and the lemon risotto was a perfect compliment. Delicious!
ST
SusanT
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Amazing burger and fries, fried chicken sandwich, and a pasta dish. We enjoyed our first time there and will return.
c
colellr
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant, great service, atmosphere and food. Will definitely go there again!
m
marjoriew
Seattle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience2
Johnny's was recommended by a foodie friend, so we were somewhat disappointed with our dining experience. Our waitress was kind and attentive, but the service was very slow. We ordered truffle fries to start and they were cold and soggy. My husband enjoyed his French Onion Soup, and my daughter's Caesar salad was too heavily seasoned. My tuna sandwich was tasty, but also soggy, but the side of fries were warm and much more tasty. The price was very reasonable. The atmosphere was fine. Not clamoring to return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great all around. From the host stand to the table everyone was professional, courteous, friendly and helpful. Kitchen did a great job meeting my specific requests. Keep up the good work! Hamenth
JS
JudyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Johnny's Tavern is a great place for fine dining! I loved the food (had fruit de mare and my husband had the branzino)! We can't wait to go back and try the other dining options. The duck breast, fish and chips, hanger steak, and pasta bolognese looked exceptional.
JC
JeffC
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Nice experience and great service. Some of the food is a little sweeter than our preference. The only recommendation is that it was very cold on the restaurant. We would definitely return.
DJ
DrJudy
New England
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated my husband’s birthday with great service, delicious food, a candle in our dessert and a birthday song!
EB
ElenaB
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time in town for UMass admitted students day, and did the booking blindly. So happy we did although as it turned there are lots of places in town that aren’t on open table. Everything was perfect. Our waitress was an absolute sweetheart of a woman who tirelessly kept bringing water because my teens acted like parched camels in a desert. She also, seeing me being cold (I’m always cold lol), offered to bring hot water with lemon. Food was delicious and very reasonably priced. Bill was under $100 for 3 and that included a couple of apps we split and a Pilsner. Overall, highly recommend and will definitely be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service
D
Dixie
New England
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Very nice atmosphere. Service was amazing. Food was delicious but a bit pricey for a college town. If they drop their prices three or four dollars a dish it might be more affordable for families.
MB
MattB
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time there and we were very pleased with our dinner. Was a good atmosphere and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a nice place for dinner.
FT
FirstTimer
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
My husband and I and a friend who had been there before, had a great time. We had an early reservation as one is hard-of -hearing. That helped as the noise became more energetic while we ate. The food is delicious with a variety of choices and flexibility. The service outstanding. Very pleasant and efficient wait-staff. Highly recommend Johnny's Tavern!!!
JS
JenS
New England
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Service is friendly and prompt. Menu is varied with staples like house made fries and tempters too. Great atmosphere that feels comfortable to eat out again.

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You can order delivery directly from Johnny's Tavern using the Order Online button. Johnny's Tavern also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (413) 230-3818.

Johnny's Tavern is rated 4.7 stars by 563 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

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Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

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(413) 230-3818

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30 Boltwood Walk Amherst, MA 01002

Additional information

Cross street
Main Street
Neighborhood
Amherst, Massachusetts
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Eli Kozukhin
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.johnnystavernamherst.com/
Phone number
(413) 230-3818

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Johnny's Tavern

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Delivery

Additional information

A Guide to the Best Date Spots in Boston

Truffle Fries

French Onion Soup

Salmon

Starters

Truffle Fries$9.00

Blistered Shishito Peppers$11.00

Burrata Cheese$12.00

Fried Salt and Pepper Calamari$13.00

Fried Brussels Sprouts$11.00

Crispy Pork Potstickers$12.00

PEI Mussels$12.00

Pork Belly$12.00

Soup + Salads

French Onion Soup$7.00

Arugula Salad$8.00

Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad$8.00

Truffle Kale Caesar$8.00

Beet Salad$8.00

Simple Salad$7.00

Add To any Salad

Grilled Chicken$4.00

Shrimp$6.00

Salmon*$8.00

Grilled Rare Tuna*$8.00

Fried Chicken Thigh$5.00

Burger Patty*$8.00

Hanger Steak*$15.00

Beet & Kale Burger Patty$8.00

Sandwiches

Tavern Burger*$16.00

Rare Tuna Sandwich$15.00

Fried Chicken Sandwich$14.00

Portabella Sandwich$13.00

Smoked Brisket Sandwich$15.00

Housemade Pasta

Potato Gnocchi$23.00

Italian Sausage Rigati$20.00

Mushroom Rigati$21.00

Chicken Pesto Rigati$22.00

Frutti di Mare$23.00

Roasted Butternut Squash Spaccatelli$20.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$22.00

Short Rib Pappardelle$23.00

Brussels Sprout Carbonara$20.00

Shrimp Spaccatelli$23.00

Entrées

Roasted Garlic Crusted Cod$26.00

Fish and Chips$18.00

Atlantic Salmon*$25.00

Hanger Steak*$29.00

Cast Iron Roasted Chicken$23.00

Barramundi$27.00

Fried Chicken$23.00

Braised Short Rib$26.00

Duck Breast$28.00

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