Restaurants Near Amherst, New York

Amherst is a warm, welcoming city in northern New York state. This city features a museum dedicated to preserving elements of the past by maintaining historically significant structures and establishing a mock colonial village. Visitors to the area enjoy touring the 35-acre Amherst Museum and experiencing 19th-century colonial life firsthand. While visiting Amherst, you will find that there are a number of area restaurants to select from at which you can appease your appetite.

Olive Garden

The Olive Garden brings traditional Italian cooking to the American marketplace. The restaurant, which features an exterior and decor inspired by classic Italy, offers diners endless salad and bread sticks. Diners can select from a rotating menu. Some ever-present favorites include the Tour of Italy, lasagna and fettuccine alfredo. Patrons can also select from an extensive wine list to select a wine that pairs perfectly with their entree. The Olive Garden in Amherst is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday

Olive Garden
3951 Maple Road
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 837-5211
olivegarden.com

The Scotch 'n Sirloin

The Scotch 'n Sirloin restaurant in Amherst features a decor that is reminiscent of a Wild West saloon. The restaurant, which has been in operation since 1969, offers diners prime meats as well as cocktails and brews--all at economical prices. Patrons enjoy favorites including baked acorn squash, teriyaki steak and sea scallops. Visitors can also elect to enjoy a drink in the on-site lounge, which frequently features live entertainment. The Scotch 'n Sirloin has on-site banquet facilities and offers a selection of pre-planned catering menus. The restaurant is open from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, from 4:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday.

The Scotch 'n Sirloin
3999 Maple Road
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 837-4900
scotchnsirloinrestaurant.com

Moti Mahal Restaurant

The Moti Mahal Restaurant offers authentic Indian cuisine in the heart of Amherst. The Moti Mahal boasts healthy foods that are only made with vegetable oil, fresh vegetables, lean meats and fresh ingredients. Diners can select from Indian favorites including vegetable pakora, tandoori chicken and a variety of freshly prepared chutneys. Diners can place reservations by calling the restaurant in advance of their arrival. Moti Mahal is closed on Tuesdays. It is open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday through Monday. Dinner is offered from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday and Monday.

Moti Mahal Restaurant
3545 Sheridan Drive
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 837-3038
motimahalwny.com

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Article Written By Erin Schreiner

Erin Schreiner is a freelance writer and teacher who holds a bachelor's degree from Bowling Green State University. She has been actively freelancing since 2008. Schreiner previously worked for a London-based freelance firm. Her work appears on eHow, Trails.com and RedEnvelope. She currently teaches writing to middle school students in Ohio and works on her writing craft regularly.

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