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Dining in the Buffalo/Niagara Region in Western New York

When you're looking for excellent restaurants, bistros, cafe's or coffee shops, you'll find them in Buffalo, Niagara Falls and throughout the Buffalo/Niagara Region. The choice in cuisine is superb - everything is offered, from traditional, family style Italian, Greek, Chinese, German and Polish favorites to the more exotic flavors of Mexican, Thai, and the Caribbean. Anything and everything can be found in the Buffalo/Niagara region to suit your tastes. 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 options is truly one of the hidden gems of the Buffalo/Niagara region.

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Alton’s Restaurant
2250 Walden at Union
Thruway Exit-52 E
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
(716) 681-7055
2221 Transit Road @ Seneca
Elma, NY 14059
(716) 674-1900
www.altonsrestaurant.com
Experience the finest in casual dining in a warm and friendly atmosphere and enjoy the best homemade meals at the most reasonable prices around. Daily sandwich and dinner specials include our famous Chicken Souvlaki, Roast Beef, Seafood, Steaks, Buffalo Chicken Wings, Subs/Clubs, Gyros and a whole lot more. Breakfast is served around the clock and there’s a large selection of homemade desserts. Also serving beer and wine. Everything on the menu is available for take-out. Banquet facilities available. Our original location is 1/4 mile East of Walden Galleria, and just five minutes from Buffalo International Airport. Plenty of lighted parking. Open 24 hours (Sundays until 11pm). Our new location (on Transit Road @ Seneca Street, 1/8 mile South of Route 400, Exit 54) features a new and elegant banquet facility, “The Columns Banquets”. Open 6am-11pm.

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.
Asa Ransom House
Country Inn

10529 Main Street (Rt. 5)
Clarence, NY 14031
(716) 759-2315 or (800) 841-2340
www.asaransom.com
Enjoy fine country dining in our Historic Inn. Results of “Best of Buffalo” News Survey voted us #1 in Most Historical Charm, and #2 Most Romantic Setting, Food, Service and Hospitality. We are licensed and have an extensive wine selection. Afternoon Tea is served Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Dinner daily except Monday.
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 11 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 antipasto, salads, paninis and dinners are also available.  Happy hour specials Monday - Friday, from 5-8pm.  Our kitchen opens at 11am daily.  Join us Friday and Saturday nights as our DJ rocks the house, spinning 80’s, 90’s and current hits.
Bagel Jay's Bakery
& Cafe

Hopkins @ Klein Road
Amherst, NY 14221
(716) 639-1000
2130 Delaware Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 874-1800
Bagel Jay's started the fresh bagel tradition in Buffalo, NY in 1976. Perfect for a quick bite to meet family, friends or business associates. Breakfast or Lunch. Specializing in homemade cream cheese shmears, dark roasted coffee, NY style bagels & bagel sandwiches, fresh deli sandwiches & classic salads. Dine in an upscale casual & relaxed atmosphere or take out. Perfect for catered corporate gatherings & special occasions. Don't miss the tuna...it's the best ever!
Brennan’s Bowery & Bar
Clarence Mall
4401 Transit Road at Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 633-9630
www.brennansbowerybar.com
Since 1972 Brennan's Bowery & Bar has brought the old NYC Irish tradition to the Buffalo area. We are family owned and operated, and offer one of the biggest menus around WNY! Self proclaimed "King of the Wing" and also known for our signature "Seafood Sabres" Kabob. The best kept secret in WNY and winner of the one and only "Corned Beef & Cabbage Cup" Award. Brennan's is a great gathering spot for watching the big game or a family night out. Brennan's is truly the best kept secret in WNY! Wireless internet now available. Visit our website for more info!
Buffalo Brew Pub
6861 Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 632-0552
www.buffalobrewpub.com
The Buffalo Brew Pub brings back days of old when brewing beer was common to the Buffalo area. Housed in an old stagecoach stop, the pub offers casual food - from wings and beef on weck to dinners (including honey mustard chicken and shepherd’s pie), all at reasonable prices. The pub’s brewing system (visible from the dining room) produces English-style ales and beers such as our Amber Ale and Oatmeal Stout. Dartboards for friendly competition round out the re-creation of days gone by. Open daily from 11:30am. All major credit cards accepted.
Buffalo Chophouse
282 Franklin Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 842-6900
www.buffalochophouse.com
Discover the home of Buffalo’s best aged prime USDA steaks, as you’re pampered with personalized service and luxury in the most opulent Victorian setting in downtown Buffalo. Experience an extraordinary evening for even the most discriminating palates. Savor the incredible flavors, from our acclaimed Porterhouse steaks and Chateaubriand to our fine seafood selections. Be sure to indulge in our fabulous desserts and extensive wine list. Call for reservations. Free valet parking.
Buffalo Smokehouse
257 Franklin Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
(716) 853-3600
www.buffalosmokehouse.com
An authentic Texas smokehouse barbecue slow cooked in our own custom rooftop smoker. Serving mouth-watering fall-off-the-bone delicious ribs, pulled pork and chicken. Our extensive menu offers a variety of lunches, dinners, snacks and desserts as well as one of downtown's largest selections of import and domestic beers. In the warm weather, enjoy live entertainment at our large covered outdoor bandstand and dining areas. Be sure to take the glass elevator to the rooftop Sky Bar for the best view in the city.
Butterwood
5409 Main Street
Williamsville, NY 14221
(716) 204-0939
1863 Davis Road
West Falls, NY 14170
(716) 652-0131
www.butterwooddesserts.com
Butterwood’s desserts are a world class collection of flavors, textures and profiles all celebrating the culinary arts. Our playful use of colors, seasonal and local ingredients demand attention, and have made us one of the World’s Top Dessert Destinations. Our plated dessert menu along with a selection of wines and cocktails are also available at The Chocolate Bar in Buffalo (see listing in Nightlife). Our West Falls location is a re-creation of an 1800’s bakery complete with bakery memorabilia. You may select from an impressive selection of individual desserts and tartes. Our incredible caramel apple pie is served in fine restaurants and U.S. Embassies worldwide.
Caffé Aroma
957 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 884-4522
www.vinoaroma.com
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.
Cecelia’s Ristorante
& Martini Bar

716 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 883-8066
www.ceceliasristorante.com
Cecelia’s serves a wide array of fabulous Italian specialties. Known for our homemade Chicken Marsala and homemade tomato sauce, Cecelia's serves up a variety of appetizers, salads, pastas, veal, seafood, steak and full dinners to please the most discriminating of palates. Mondays are Martini Mania – buy one get one free Martinis and 1/2 price appetizers (from 5-8 pm at the bar only). Children’s menu available. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Winner of Artvoice's "Best Martini" in Buffalo Award. Dine on Elmwood’s most popular patio from May – September. New indoor and outdoor bar!
Charlie the Butcher's
Kitchen

1065 Wehrle Drive
Williamsville, NY 14221
(1 Mile from Buffalo Niagara Airport)
(716) 633-8330
Ellicott Square Grand Lobby
295 Main Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 855-8646
charliethebutcher.com
As Western New York's Food Ambassador, I'm proud to carve Buffalo's finest Beef on Weck. A unique sandwich of thin slices of roast beef piled high, served on a kaiser roll topped with caraway seeds and pretzel salt (Kummelweck) and served with fresh horseradish. It just makes my mouth water. Charlie is a 3rd-generation butcher restauranteur and a TV personality! He has appeared as an expert in his field on "Live with Regis & Kathie Lee" and "Good Morning America". So, bring your appetite and "Taste what Buffalo is all about"! Visit our Wegman's Supermarket Café locations: 675 Alberta Drive in Amherst, 601 Amherst Street in Buffalo and 3740 McKinley Parkway in Hamburg or our new Noco Express locations: 4169 N. Buffalo Road in Orchard Park, 1199 French Road in Depew, 495 Main Street in East Aurora and 6125 Main Street in Williamsville.
Chef’s Restaurant
291 Seneca Street
Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 856-9187
www.ilovechefs.com
Chef’s Restaurant has been a downtown tradition for 85 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.
Coles
1104 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
(716) 886-1449
www.MeetMeAtColes.com
Buffalo's friendliest dining and drinking emporium has had a delicious reputation for over 70 years. Established in 1934, Coles is famous for its choice lunches, dinners, late-night snacks, wonderful Sunday brunches and banquets. Buffalo's best micro brew selection - 30 on tap - 75 in bottles. Enjoy fine cuisine and drinks in an enclosed patio overlooking the lively Elmwood Strip. Celebrate Happy Hour every night from 4-7 with free hors d'oeuvres. Right down the street from Buffalo State and Albright Knox Art Gallery. So always remember when making plans just say - "Meet me at Coles"! Free parking in our convenient lot on Forest Avenue. Visit us at our other restaurant - Brennan's on Main & Transit in Williamsville.
The Como Restaurant
& Lounge

2220 Pine Avenue
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
(716) 285-9341
www.thecomorestaurant.com
In 1927, Francesco Antonacci opened the original Como Restaurant, specializing in cuisine from his native Italy and prepared in the true old world manner. The culinary skill of the Antonacci Family has made The Como the largest and most famous Italian-American Restaurant in Niagara Falls, serving the traditional dishes of both countries in a tastefully created atmosphere which conveys the charm and conviviality of Old Italy. Come and enjoy the fine food, accented by outstanding imported wines and liquors. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Children's menu available. Menu items are available for take out and delivery to Niagara Falls hotels.
Cozumel Grill & Tequila Bar
153 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201
(716) 884-3866
www.cozumelgrill.com
Located right on the Elmwood Strip, the Cozumel features some of Western NY's best Mexican Food. Whether it's sizzling fajitas, one of our many quesadillas, our "Taste of Buffalo" favorite Cactus Strips, steaks, seafood, or one of our many vegetarian dishes, you're sure to enjoy Cozumel. Our bar features over 35 tequilas, 16 taps & many different frozen drinks. Enjoy our outdoor patio bar and our heated outdoor dining area. Kitchen open Sunday-Wednesday for lunch & dinner until 11pm, and Thursday-Saturday until midnight. The bar is open until 4am! All major credit cards accepted.
Curly's Bar & Grill
647 Ridge Road
Lackawanna, NY 14218
(716) 824-9716
www.curlysgrill.com
Curly's offers an award-winning selection of Caribbean specialties as well as exquisite traditional fare. Chefs/Proprietors Kirk and Krista Van Wagner bring tastes from around the world back to Buffalo, preparing everything from the internationally famous Jamaican Jerk Chicken to the fresh-made breads. Enjoy delicious cuisine in the warm, friendly atmosphere of this 1935 landmark, conveniently located near two major tourist attractions: Our Lady of Victory Basilica and the Botanical Gardens. Voted #8 in Business First top restaurants. Open Monday - Friday, 11am to 10pm; Saturday, 5 - 10pm; Sunday, 3 - 9pm. Reservations gladly accepted.
The Dock at the Bay
3800 Hoover Road
(Just off Route 5)
Blasdell, NY 14219
(716) 823-8247
www.dockatthebay.com
Waterfront casual fine dining at the historical Dock at the Bay offers lakefront views from its dining room, veranda and patio seating, and live music at the patio bar – all with stunning sunsets. Our main dining room features: slow-roasted prime rib, fresh catch of the day, maple salmon, lamb chops, pork chops, chicken and seafood dishes. From fabulous appetizers to delectable sweet treats dining at the Dock is a local treasure. Banquet room seats up to 250. Open 7 days all summer. Reservations and all major credit cards accepted. Conveniently located 10 minutes from downtown Buffalo.

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