Restaurants, Bistros and Cafes in Buffalo, New York
The Buffalo and Niagara Falls areas offer some of the best places to eat and a wide variety of eclectic restaurants. When you're looking for excellent restaurants, bistros, cafes or coffee shops, you'll find them in here. The choice in restaurant cuisine is superb - everything is offered, from traditional, family style Italian, Greek, Chinese, German and Polish dining favorites to the more exotic flavors of Mexican, Thai and the Caribbean. Anything and everything you wish to eat can be found in the Buffalo Niagara region to suit your dining tastes. Next time you're in Buffalo or Niagara Falls, whether you sit down in a fine restaurant, chic bistro or family diner, be sure to try some of our local cuisine. The diverse menu of dining and restaurant options is truly one of the hidden gems of the Buffalo Niagara region.
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| Enjoy new American cuisine with a Mediterranean flare in our Supper Club atmosphere. With a menu featuring grilled steaks and chops along with fresh seafood, the presentation is as stunning as the décor. A late night menu is also available. Choose from over 20 wines by the glass or enjoy one of our many martinis. Relax at the horseshoe bar before or after your meal. There are three patios for warm weather and banquet rooms for your next event. Valet and free off-street parking is available. Open daily from 5pm. Top |
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Anchor Bar (Frank & Teressa’s) 1047 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14209 (716) 886-8920 (716) 883-1134 Take-Out www.anchorbar.com |
In 1964, Dom Bellissimo served chicken wings at the Anchor Bar, launching a taste sensation that has become nationally famous: wings, hot, medium or mild. We also serve a bountiful choice of juicy steaks, seafood, and Italian specialties. For over 75 years, the Anchor Bar has been a Buffalo institution. Our world famous chicken wing sauce is now available in supermarkets as well as our restaurant. Live jazz on Friday night & live Latin Jazz on Saturday night. Call for take out orders. Open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm; Friday from 11am to 1am; Saturday from 12 noon to 1am; and Sunday from 12 noon to 11pm. Park free in our attended lot. For franchise information please call (716) 853-1791. Top |
Bada Bing Bar & Grill 115 W. Chippewa Street Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 853-BING www.badabingbuffalo.com |
The place to chill out and have some fun on the Chippewa Strip is Bada Bing. Watch your favorite sports teams on 13 plasma TVs while you enjoy delicious food - all the Buffalo specialties plus our own "Sangwiches" - totally awesome sandwiches with the freshest ingredients. A variety of salads, paninis and dinners are also available. Happy hour specials Monday - Friday from 4-7pm. Our kitchen is open from 11am to midnight weekdays and noon on Saturday & Sunday. Enjoy dining outdoors on our full service patio. Join us 7 days a week as we play 80's, 90's and current hits. Top |
| Specializing in NY style bagels, cream cheese shmears, deli sandwiches, classic salads, soups, desserts & roasted coffees. Dine in or takeout. Breakfast & Lunch. Top |
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Benchwarmers Sports Bar & Grill 30 Mississippi Street Buffalo, NY 14203 (716) 856-3740 www.benchwarmerssbg.com |
Benchwarmers is a modern sports bar located in Buffalo's historic Cobblestone District. We offer unique appetizers, hand-pressed mini, half pound and one pound burgers, chicken and steak sandwiches, and the best wings in the area. Enjoy a drink at our 45-foot bar while watching various sporting events on one of our 12 HD Plasma TVs; including our signature Jumbotron. Whether you are a sporting enthusiast or a person that is interested in a night on the town, Benchwarmers will be the destination that will service your needs. |
| A charming relaxing atmosphere envelops the senses...created by the smell of fresh coffee, tempting gourmet desserts (original recipes created by our own pastry chef), and homemade fresh baked goods. All are enhanced by original artwork and soothing jazz. Buffalo's best and original panini. This is a truly authentic Italian Coffee Bar! The finest espresso, cappuccino, fresh roasted coffee, and a variety of rich and creamy iced coffee drinks are available. You'll also find tiramisu, hot cocoa in winter, hot flavored lattes, and cold refreshing iced cappuccino. Caffé Aroma...it's awesome. Top |
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| Chef’s Restaurant has been a downtown tradition for 87 years. Its warm, friendly atmosphere makes it perfect for a hearty Italian lunch or dinner. Try the internationally famous special mix salad. Move on to the spaghetti parmesan - a rich blend of pasta, with melted mozzarella broiled to a golden crust. The chicken cacciatore and the veal parmesan are among other local favorites. You can’t go wrong with any item on the menu! Monday through Saturday, 11:00am to 9pm. Reservations recommended. Closed Sundays & Holidays. Email us at: chefsrestaurant@aol.com. Top |
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The Chocolate Bar 114 Chippewa St. (inside the Hampton Inn and Suites) Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 332-0484 www.buffalochocolatebar.com |
The Chocolate Bar offers something for every age. Consistently voted one of the nation’s top destinations for world class desserts and incredible food and drinks. The Chocolate Bar transforms each night into Buffalo’s top after hours bar with over 20 martinis, great music and a cool setting. Top |
| Established in 1934, Coles is Buffalo's friendliest dining and drinking emporium. Famous for its choice lunches, dinners, late-night snacks, wonderful Sunday brunches and banquets. Voted "Buffalo's best micro brew selection" by BeerAdvocate.com and RateBeer.com - 33 on tap - 100 in bottles. Recently voted 8th Best Restaurant for beer in the World by RateBeer.com. Enjoy fine cuisine and drinks in an enclosed patio overlooking the lively Elmwood Strip. Happy Hour every night from 4-7 with free hors d'oeuvres. Right down the street from Buffalo State and Albright-Knox Art Gallery. When making plans just say - "Meet me at Coles"! Free parking in our convenient lot on Forest Avenue. Visit our other restaurant - Brennan's on Main & Transit in Williamsville. Top |
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| Rustic Western atmosphere serving traditional Friday fish fry and favorites like wings, salads, burgers, wraps, pizzas & hearty sandwiches. Over 25 innovative beers on tap and a full bar. Top |
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| Buffalo’s best kept secret. Delicious Italian food, homemade pastas daily, featuring our $33 WINE & DINE for 2 - Wednesdays & Thursdays. Catering, Free off-street parking. Top |
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E.B. Green's Steakhouse (Adjacent to) Hyatt Regency Hotel Two Fountain Plaza Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 855-4870 www.ebgreens.com |
E.B. Green's was recently named the 5th Best Steakhouse in America by Tom Horan of America's Top Ten Steakhouse Restaurants and received a 4-Star rating from the Buffalo News. Choose from generous servings of the finest cuts of choice and prime beef as well as our 2 and 3 lb. fresh Maine lobster flown in daily. We offer live entertainment in our lounge Tuesday through Saturday with Buffalo's one and only Jackie Jocko. Top |
| Encore! Is just what you'll be saying after you've dined at Buffalo's newest and brightest star. Located in the heart of the Theater District, Encore is a real crowd pleaser. With over 3,000 square feet of intimate seating upstairs and down you're sure to find just the right seats for a great performance either inside or outside on the best patio in the city. Encore boasts a wide array of cuisine from steak, seafood and sushi to a lighter fare menu. Encore offering a menu with enough variety to please the toughest critics. Top |
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The Falafel Bar 3476 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14214 (716) 831-3822 3689 Sheridan Drive Amherst, NY 14226 (716) 831-3982 69 Allen Street Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 882-2680 www.TheFalafelBar.com |
You don’t have to travel to the Middle East to find authentic North African and Middle Eastern food. We import the same ingredients, herbs and spices direct from the Middle East. At the Falafel Bar you’ll find the same taste of homemade goodness right here in Buffalo. We blend our ingredients with the freshest fruits, vegetables and meats available to provide you with the most authentic Mediterranean dishes available anywhere. Try us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, our Sunday brunch or a fresh smoothie to go. Top |
| Specializing in Prime Aged Beef, Cold Water Lobster Tails, homemade desserts, exceptional wines & outstanding service. Dinner daily 4pm. Reservations recommended. Minutes from airport and Amherst hotels. Top |
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| Havana House specializes in flavorful authentic Cuban cuisine. Everything is 100% natural or organic. Relax amongst classic island décor as you enjoy Paella, Arroz Con Pollo and other Spanish/Cuban delights. Sip a glass of our homemade sangria, a refreshing mojito or a variety of martinis and wine selections with your meal or enjoy our tapas style menu in our Sangria Lounge. Entertainment changes weekly. Open Tuesday - Saturday at 4pm. Top |
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Hutch’s 1375 Delaware Avenue at Gates Circle Buffalo, NY 14209 (716) 885-0074 www.hutchsrestaurant.com |
For a special evening at a great city bistro head for the ever-popular Hutch’s. Start with a cocktail at the lively, brick-walled bar. Then, be seated in our dining room or patio and enjoy the freshest ingredients from the land and sea. In addition to the menu items, Hutch’s features an extensive list of nightly specials. The large wine list is sure to satisfy the most discerning palate. A four star rating from Janice Okun, Buffalo News Food Editor, voted the Best City Restaurant the last 5 years by Artvoice readers and last year named Number One Restaurant by Business First. Open Monday through Thursday, 5pm to 10pm; Friday & Saturday, 5pm to midnight and Sunday 4pm to 9pm. Reservations recommended. Top |
LaNova 371 West Ferry Street Buffalo, NY 14213 (716) 881-3303 fax (716) 881-3366 5151 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14221 (716) 634-5151 www.lanova.com |
BUFFALO WINGS! PIZZA! Simply the best!! Family owned and operated, LaNova Pizzeria, Inc. has been serving the Niagara Frontier since 1957, and has been named the #1 independently owned pizza restaurant by Pizza & Pasta magazine as well as Pizza Today magazine. The many signature menu items include round and sheet specialty pizzas, “ORIGINAL HOT-N-SPICY BUFFALO WINGS”, and the incredibly popular “BAR-B-QUE CHICKEN WINGS” that made us “WORLD FAMOUS”. Our award winning family recipes are made with the highest quality ingredients available. In addition to our great pizza and wings, you can choose from over 54 submarine sandwiches. We know you’ll enjoy our assortment of calzones and tacos as well. That means you can enjoy a different sub every week of the year. Enjoy casual dining at our Buffalo location with take-out and delivery at West Ferry or our Williamsville location. Come and experience what gave us the title of #1. We deliver to all hotels. Top |
| A staple in Buffalo fine dining and Italian cuisine, we are passionate about what we do. The high quality of food and service always remain constant as the Lombardo experience evolves from year to year, bringing you something new, always fresh. The seasonal menu of innovative Italian creations based on regional preparations features dishes that are made from the finest fresh ingredients with great care. Simplicity never tasted so good. A constantly updated wine list specializes in Italian varietals and features over 20 wines by the glass. The newly remodeled bar is sleek, sexy and sophisticated. The dining room; intimate and elegant. The beautifully landscaped courtyard; a secluded place to get lost in. Ristorante Lombardo, established in 1975. Top |
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| Warm and charming, Scarlet resides in a recently renovated carriage house located in the beautiful historical Allentown neighborhood. Casual fine dining with an eclectic menu features an array of appetizers, salads, entrees, sandwiches, fresh baked breads and desserts made in-house daily. For the adventurous vodka lover we have an innovative vodka list featuring our one-of-a-kind showpiece vodka tree that houses more than 60 unique vodka selections. Serving from 5pm to Midnight. Closed Sundays. Reservations and all major credit cards accepted. Top |
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Shadow Lounge & Restaurant 1504 Hertel Avenue Buffalo, NY 14216 (716) 835-3975 www.shadowloungebuffalo.com |
Located in the heart of North Buffalo, the Shadow Lounge was voted “Best Lounge in WNY - 2008”. Famous for an extensive Martini and Manhattan list, Shadow also offers a wide variety of food, wines and sakes. The chic décor complements the eclectic menu, featuring delectable dishes from appetizers and salads to prime rib and daily seafood specials. If you’re new at fondue, this is the place to try it. Featuring live pop and R&B music every Friday and Saturday at 10pm. Lounge open Monday - Saturday 4pm-4am. Kitchen open Monday - Thursday 5-10pm; Friday & Saturday 5pm-12am. Top |
| Enjoy contemporary Italian cuisine in a stylish setting at TEMPO. The menu features a broad range of Mediterranean Italian inspired dishes. The wine menu features many Italian imports, as well as unique international and domestic wines by the glass. Along with the regular menu of unique appetizers, entrées and desserts, TEMPO prints a nightly supplemental menu that features small course antipasti, authentic risottos, as well as fresh seafood and steaks. Dinner Monday through Saturday from 5pm. Reservations recommended. Park in the lot adjacent to the restaurant or on Delaware Avenue. Top |
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| Since 1971, the Towne has been serving Buffalo’s original souvlaki, one of their most popular items. Other Greek dishes are available, including the traditional rice pudding and baklava (all homemade of course). The Towne is a favorite of many Western New Yorkers because the atmosphere is informal and it has a diverse mix of clientele. The Buffalo location is close to the Theatre District and the downtown shopping area. Open late at night, it’s the place to go after the bars close. For quick, friendly service, the Towne Restaurant is always the place to be! Free parking available. | |
Trattoria Aroma 5229 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14221 (716) 631-2687 307 Bryant Street Buffalo, NY 14222 (716) 881-7592 www.thearomarestaurants.com |
The atmosphere at Trattoria Aroma has a European feel - upscale, yet rustic and relaxing at the same time. Using only the freshest imported ingredients from Italy, like olive oils, Buffalo Milk Mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes and house-made pasta, our chefs create memorable meals. Choose from brick oven pizzas, authentic seafood and veal dishes and cucina Italiana, along with an extensive wine list featuring premium selections by the glass and regional antipasto. After dinner, choose from an impressive array of espressos, flavored coffees, herbal teas and gourmet desserts from our sister restaurant, Caffé Aroma. The bar is open late and also features wine flights and small plates. Top |
| Authentic Irish pub serving traditional Irish fare like boxty widges, Guiness steamed mussels, Shepherd’s pie & our signature reuben. Enjoy the "craic" over hearty food & drinks. Top |
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