With so many different places to dine in Amherst Center that offer a variety of flavors, it can be hard to choose a restaurant with something for everyone. Atmosphere, style and affordability are unavoidable factors when deciding.

That’s a Wrap is a new type of sandwich shop that has been brought into Western Massachusetts. They first began in Pittsfield and have expanded to Dalton, Williamstown, and now Amherst. They have future plans of expanding into New York and even someday being as competitive and successful as the Subway franchise.

That’s A Wrap offers a small, cozy environment to enjoy quality food with friends or family. When you enter the restaurant, the first thing you notice is the décor. Their rustic yet simple look is achieved through the exposed brick wall, small wooden tables and chairs, bar with stools and open kitchen. The atmosphere is relaxed, making the restaurant a very warm and comforting place to dine.

The restaurant also provides a coffee shop-like atmosphere, making it a great place to get some work done. The music can be heard, but is not overpowering or annoying when you’re trying to talk or do work. The dim lighting and neutral colors add to the coziness of the restaurant and, overall, the place presents itself as very versatile for many moods, occasions, and people.

Above the counter where you place your order, you will see the chalkboard menus, which can be overwhelming at first glance. Don’t worry, though; if you need help one of the employees will gladly explain items on the menu for you. Offering a wide variety of food choices that expands from just wraps to paninis, flat breads, salads, smoothies, soups, coffee and even a selection of breakfast items.

Any order of a flat bread, wrap or panini, comes with your choice of a bag of chips, potato salad, macaroni salad, couscous or fruit. The prices are very reasonable, with wraps costing between $6.95 to $7.75 and nothing else on the menu ranging out of a college student’s budget.

After placing your order, you can sit at either the long, cushioned bench, the stools or at a regular table. What makes That’s A Wrap different from most restaurants of its kind is that you don’t have to stand and wait for your food or pick it up yourself. After you’ve found a fitting table, your order is delivered to you. The portion sizes of the food are very good and the quality is top-notch. The sandwiches are tasteful, full of flavor and just look absolutely delicious. The sandwich components were portioned just right so that there wasn’t an overwhelming amount of any given item and nothing fell out of the sandwich. The sides tasted very good as well.

The restaurant itself, as well as the restrooms, is clean and sanitary. The staff is very friendly and open to talking to customers and providing assistance. They also offer catering and a delivery service, so if you just can’t come to them they’d be more than happy to come to you.

Located in the Center of Amherst on North Pleasant Street next to Moti, That’s A Wrap is in the perfect location for business. It provides quick, great tasting food to start or to finish your day. The next time you’re in town and have that urge to try something new, or if you simply want a sandwich, That’s A Wrap is a great contender.

Anthony Santiago can be reached at [email protected].