Fresh Side

One of my favorite places to go to when in the area. The tea rolls are all divine especially the ginger tofu is one of my favorite rolls. Then of course I have to get my bowl of pho soup, so delicious. Another thing I love is the atmosphere, just feels so calm.

Great spot right on the main road downtown. Great food the Udon is excellent so is the seaweed salad and kimchi. One of the few places that has Lapsang Souchong tea as an option. Great drinks, tons of outdoor seating and the indoor seating is well maintained and separated for safety. Staff was great, friendly and helpful. Overall top marks for service and food.

My family and I came for dinner!!! They were knowledgeable of their menu! The food was amazing and the service incredible! Will definitely return!!

Shitake fried rice with chicken was amazing. Best fried rice of my life. Awesome Thai iced tea. And the taro mochi was a fantastic way to close the meal. Very gluten-free friendly. Would give more stars if i could. 🥰

This is the best restaurant I’ve been to in a while! Not only was the customer service amazing, they also clean and decorate the tables well. They’re food was the bomb! I would definitely recommend the tea rolls as they’re are many variations, in my personal opinion I would prefer the chicken. This place is so aesthetically pleasing with plants, beautiful furniture, and romantic lighting. Overall I find this place to beyond enjoyable and perfect for a calm day out with your friend(s)!

Very refreshing to have Thai style food that is delicious and not too greasy. Excellent balance between ingredients and spices, nice service, welcoming atmosphere

Bomb food delicious and fresh. Hot and filled to the brim and they didn’t skimp
On meat. Can’t say much about the atmosphere because I ordered delivery.

Fresh side is hands down the best Asian restaurant in the Amherst area. The food is of exceptionally quality. Do not pass on the udon or tea rolls.

Wow what a great spot, such generous portions at good prices, huge selection of teas/coffees, really fresh ingredients, absolutely coming here again.

delicious foods, comfortable with friendly staffs.

Love this restaurant. Lovely staff. Food good. Am hooked on ginger honey tea. Soups can be quite spicy. Fine by me. Like this restaurant alot. Becoming a regular. Front desk staff delightful.

It's my favorite place in Amherst. Everything is so good.

I've been coming here for years, one of my favorite spots in Amherst. The staff are consistently warm and helpful, the food is consistently delicious and crave worthy. This is definitely a gem. Would recommend to anyone new to the area. Outdoor seating is available, and honestly the pricing is very affordable. Vegan/vegetarian/gluten free options for anyone in need. Lovely spot, check it out for your own sake.

Superior Pan-Asian restaurant.

Started with some plum wine - was not overly sweet.
Then a salad - generous portion, lovely dressing.
Finally, a noodle dish. Big fat noodles with shrimp in a creamy coconut sauce. Creamy, but not heavy.

Left very happy.

I love sharing Fresh Side with friends. FS serves 5 asian cuisines prepared with fresh, whole ingredients. Their very broad menu has soups, salad, rice or noodle dishes plus Tea Rolls. Mix and match Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese and Chinese. It's all savory or sweet and totally (healthy) comfort food!

The miso dressing for the salad is the best salad dressing I have ever had. The tea rolls are unique and delicious. The noodle dishes are staples and phenomenal, but there are also other great options on the menu too if you are not in the mood for noodles (soup, rice, ribs, etc). One of the best restaurants Amherst has to offer!

This is my favorite restaurant! My favorite main dishes are the coconut soup, Thai basil noodles, and the 8-treasure rice. For tea rolls, I recommend the Vietnamese and the basil. Every interesting tea I've had there has also been delicious!

100% recommend. Cute cafe/eatery with an exciting variety of coffee and tea, fresh salads w/ or w/o protein, and Asian style dishes. Great prices! Service is fast and pleasant, and they played the most quaint mix of eighties and nineties ballads while I was there.

Peanut noodle salad with chicken is my go to meal. I like the tea rolls as well or the pad thai. I am a regular and the owner knows me by name and knows what I like. Locally owned and operated. You can find her behind the counter 5 days a week ensuring the quality of the food and service.

I eat here at least once a month for the past 3 years, and it has never disappointed. The review that wrote "staff is low key and respectful" could not have said it any better. The food and tea has always been delicious, so if you're looking for a relaxing evening for dinner or a light meal for lunch, this is the place to go.