Courtside Café – American
Courtside Café pulses with a vibrant energy where the savory scent of sizzling grass-fed burgers meets the aromatic steam of authentic pho and spicy bibimbap bowls. This bustling hub transforms the casual dining experience into a global culinary tour, offering everything from the decadent comfort of signature mac and cheese to the refreshing zest of hand-tossed salads and fruit-forward smoothies. It is a place where the morning rush for a specialty coffee seamlessly transitions into a leisurely afternoon over artisan paninis, all served in a space that celebrates fresh ingredients and bold, eclectic flavors.
161, Commonwealth Avenue, Amherst, MA, 01003 https://umassdining.com/locations-menus/around-campus/courtside-cafe0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
What to order at Courtside Café
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Grass Fed Beef Burger | 4.2 g | 20.2 g |
| BabyBerk Burger | 0 g | 17.3 g |
| UMac and Nash | 16.8 g | 11.3 g |
| Loaded Tater Tots | 25.6 g | 11.1 g |
| Fresh Fruit Smoothie | 1.2 g | 10.4 g |
| Fresh Baked Pastry | 65.8 g | 9.4 g |
| French Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Starbucks Specialty Coffee | 1.3 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Hearty entrees and signature campus favorites.
- BabyBerk Burger - $5: Famous signature burger from the babyBerk food truck Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- UMac and Nash - $5: Nashville hot chicken quesadilla with mac and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artisan Panini - $5: Freshly prepared hot ciabatta panini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pho Noodle Bowl - $5: Authentic Vietnamese noodle soup with protein options and veggies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bibimbap Korean Rice Bowl - $5: Authentic Korean rice bowl with assorted toppings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grass Fed Beef Burger - $5: Freshly prepared burger featuring grass-fed beef Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Sandwiches
Fresh greens and deli-style sandwiches.
- Grab and Go Sandwich - $5: Freshly prepared artisan sandwich Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand Tossed Salad - $5: Freshly prepared salad with locally sourced ingredients Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Hot and cold drinks including artisanal coffee and smoothies.
- Fresh Fruit Smoothie - $5: Blended fresh fruit and natural ingredients
- Starbucks Specialty Coffee - $5: Freshly brewed coffee or espresso-based beverage Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Argo Signature Tea - $5: All natural loose leaf tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Desserts
Sweet treats and artisanal desserts.
- Italian Gelato - $5: Traditionally crafted smooth gelato with fresh fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fresh Baked Pastry - $5: Assorted house-baked goods and treats Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
Accompaniments and snacks.
- Loaded Tater Tots - $5: Golden tater tots with assorted toppings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $5: Crispy golden potato fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Courtside Café
- What is the highest-protein dish at Courtside Café?
- Grass Fed Beef Burger, at roughly 20.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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- Worcester Commons — American
- Whitmore Café — American
- Blue Wall Cafe — American
- Roots Cafe — American
- Procrastination Station — American
- Quad Cafe — American
- Berkshire Dining Commons — American
- Uptown Tap & Grille — American
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