Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Amherst

First time dining at this restaurant. Arrived early and was seated immediately on a very busy evening. Hostess was beyond friendly and pleasant. Difficult to see the menu based on lighting. Was brought an adjustable table lamp. That was an amazing first anywhere. Our server, Victoria, had a top notch command of the entire menu easily answering questions and making relevant recommendations. Amazingly professional and friendly young woman. Food was outstanding from cocktails, to apps, to entrees, to desserts. Everything perfectly prepared and brought to the table at the proper temperature. Lovely presentations. Service was impeccable throughout. Menu is pricey, but you absolutely get what you pay for. I will definitely recommend to others and return again.

Always love the lasagna, bolognese and beet salad

Racy time I visit Western New York I make it a practice to dine at Russel’s!! The atmosphere, food and service are second too!!! I’ll be back again!!

It all started off with a very warm welcome by the hostess. A very friendly greeting to it. When sitting at the bar waiting for our table it was very pleasant. bartenders were very attentive. Our waiter Chris was excellent , beyond excellent. his side kick was also excellent. the attention to detail by these professional`s was amazing. the food was delicious. We live in Rochester and wished it was as good as the buffalo branch. Rochester B&B has a very cold feeling to it and a different vibe to it. Hope to be back VERY soon....

At 630 pm Via open table arranged 715 time,, called by hostess heads-up running late asked about possible accepting later time which was fine with us, glad we arrived at 8 and hostess very accommodating; offered us table in dining room or the lounge which was quieter with college football on with volume off and fireplaces warm. Waiter and hostess very attentive; we split fig pizza slightly sweet and perfectly made, and seafood with risotto which had abundant well cooked seafood and of course perfect risotto. Negronis were excellent and reasonably priced. We had a pleasant evening of conversation, food, football and great service. Great place to eat.