People's Market – American
Sunlight streams into this vibrant community hub where the morning air carries the sweet scent of golden pastries and toasted bagels. As the day unfolds, the space transforms into a global culinary crossroads, where the sizzle of artisan paninis meets the aromatic steam of pho bowls and the bold, colorful layers of bibimbap. It is a lively destination that celebrates variety, inviting guests to linger over a comforting bowl of gourmet mac and cheese or craft a crisp, garden-fresh salad tailored to their every craving.
41, Campus Center Way, Amherst, MA, 01003 +14135452060 https://umassdining.com/locations-menus/student-businesses/people%E2%80%99s-market0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at People's Market
Dairy-Free at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad, Breakfast Tarts and Assorted Bagels. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad and Build Your Own Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad, Breakfast Tarts and Artisan Panini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including BabyBerk Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Build Your Own Salad and BabyBerk Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad, Breakfast Tarts and Build Your Own Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad, Breakfast Tarts and Assorted Bagels. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at People's Market
People's Market in Amherst has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad, Breakfast Tarts and Assorted Bagels. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at People's Market
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Build Your Own Salad | 17.4 g | 41.1 g |
| Fresh Baked Pastries | 71.6 g | 17.8 g |
| BabyBerk Burger | 0 g | 17.3 g |
| Fair Trade Drip Coffee | 29.3 g | 11.5 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 |
| Garlic Knots | 1.5 g | 0.3 g |
| Espresso Beverage | 1.3 g | 0.1 g |
| French Macarons | 12.2 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast and Bakery
- Assorted Bagels - $2.5: Freshly baked bagels Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fresh Baked Pastries - $3.5: Assorted house-baked pastries Dietary tags: Halal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Tarts - $4.25: Assorted breakfast tarts 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: breakfast, brunch
Main Courses
- BabyBerk Burger - $8.5: Famous babyBerk burger with grass-fed beef 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 - $9.75: Nashville hot chicken quesadilla with mac and cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artisan Panini - $7.95: Freshly pressed ciabatta panini with assorted fillings Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pho Noodle Bowl - $9.25: Authentic Vietnamese noodle soup with choice of protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bibimbap Korean Rice Bowl - $10.5: Korean rice bowl with vegetables and protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Build Your Own Salad - $8.5: Hand-tossed greens with locally sourced seasonal ingredients Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gourmet Garden Salad - $7.25: Freshly prepared seasonal greens and vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Fair Trade Drip Coffee - $2.75: Locally roasted organic coffee Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Espresso Beverage - $4.5: Handcrafted latte, cappuccino, or mocha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Fresh Fruit Smoothie - $5.5: Blended fresh fruits and yogurt
- Iced Chai Tea - $4.25: Spiced tea with milk over ice
Desserts
- Italian Gelato - $4.75: Traditionally crafted with fresh fruits and natural ingredients Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- French Macarons - $2.25: Assorted delicate almond meringue cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Sides
- Loaded Tater Tots - $5.5: Crispy tater tots with assorted toppings Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Knots - $3.95: Freshly baked dough with garlic and herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about People's Market
- Is People's Market dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. People's Market has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad, Breakfast Tarts and Assorted Bagels.
- What can I eat at People's Market on a dairy-free diet?
- Gourmet Garden Salad, Breakfast Tarts and Assorted Bagels carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does People's Market have vegan options?
- Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Gourmet Garden Salad and Breakfast Tarts.
- Is People's Market gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at People's Market?
- Build Your Own Salad, at roughly 41.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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