From Pupusas to Sancocho , Latin American food is always an blessing especially when it is cooked with love. On college campus it can become difficult to find Latin American  food especially in such a rural area. However, I compiled a list of Latin American restaurants that are near and in the Amherst area.  Here is the list of restaurants with their address and  recommended dish to try , whether you are homesick or trying to explore different cuisines. 

El Comalito

“Unassuming, family-run restaurant making tacos, pupusas & other classics from Mexico & El Salvador”

Address: 460 West St, Amherst, MA 01002

Recommend dish : pupusas

Mission Cantina

“Vibrant cantina pairs house margaritas with enchiladas, burritos & tacos stuffed with Mexican meats.”

Address: 485 West St, Amherst, MA 01002

Recommended dish : tacos

Bueno Y Sano

 

“Good from the start. It means we start out with great, whole ingredients and simple honest recipes. It means food that is nourishing and delicious. It means people first.” 

Address: 1 Boltwood Walk, Amherst, MA 01002

Dish : burritos 

Mi Tierra

 

“Sophisticated Mexican cuisine with a sustainable focus offered in an upbeat setting with a full bar.”

Address: 48 Russell St, Hadley, MA 01035

Dish: enchiladas 

Sabor Latino Restaurant

Address: 872 Meadow St, Chicopee, MA 01013

Dish: mofongo con pulpo.

El Rincón Boricua Restaurant

Address: 216 Lyman St, Holyoke, MA 01040

Dish : roasted pork

La Veracruzana

Address: 31 Main St, Northampton, MA 01060

Dish: pulled chicken tostadas