A hamburger with cheese and bacon

The Briar Patch

883 South Main Street, Amherst, VA 24521

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Hours

M Closed
T 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
W 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
T 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
F 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
S 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
S 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Last updated on February 16, 2025

An Amherst landmark, The Briar Patch was established in 1948 and was purchased by Joan Lingerfelt in 1986. Their menu includes a wide variety of dishes such as soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pastas, desserts, and more.


In the News

Come meet some new friends at an Amherst County staple, The Briar Patch
WSET TV, 7-10-2023


Upcoming Events

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Live Music: Alchemy’s Muse
June 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A cartoon of a woman singing and a man dancing
Karaoke with A ‘n’ S Karaoke
June 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Live Music: Starfire
July 2 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Features: Alcoholic Beverages / Bar / Curbside Pickup / Dine-in / Gift Cards or Certificates / Online Ordering / Outdoor Seating / Takeout

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