Dining and Drinking
Italian Restaurants
Welcome to Buffalo where you can find some of the BEST Italian food on the east coast. There are many options both in walking distance and a short drive but here are some of our favorites.
Consistently great Italian food with reasonable prices plus an extensive wine list including a large selection of affordable bottles. A fun vibe weather it's a couple of you sitting at the bar or a family dinner. For groups definitely make a reservation!
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Einheimische empfehlenTappo
338 Ellicott Street15
Einheimische empfehlenConsistently great Italian food with reasonable prices plus an extensive wine list including a large selection of affordable bottles. A fun vibe weather it's a couple of you sitting at the bar or a family dinner. For groups definitely make a reservation!
Right in the heart of downtown on Chippewa the wood fired pizzas and classic homemade pasta dishes are on point. A great spot for perfect Buffalo evenings with patio dining.
Frankie Primo's
51 W Chippewa StRight in the heart of downtown on Chippewa the wood fired pizzas and classic homemade pasta dishes are on point. A great spot for perfect Buffalo evenings with patio dining.
A bustling restaurant with the eats to prove why. The fresh baked focaccia bread starts your meal off just right. Pop a squat at the bar or make a reservation for a group, either way you can't go wrong.
Osteria 166
166 Franklin StA bustling restaurant with the eats to prove why. The fresh baked focaccia bread starts your meal off just right. Pop a squat at the bar or make a reservation for a group, either way you can't go wrong.
Worth the 5 minute drive! Large portions (seriously you might want to split an entree), delicious food, family friendly, and leftovers for days.
Marco's Italian Restaurant
1085 Niagara StWorth the 5 minute drive! Large portions (seriously you might want to split an entree), delicious food, family friendly, and leftovers for days.
A Buffalo classic. Family friendly. The spaghetti parm might be where the song "on top of spaghetti, all covered with cheese" came from!
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Einheimische empfehlenChef's
291 Seneca Street10
Einheimische empfehlenA Buffalo classic. Family friendly. The spaghetti parm might be where the song "on top of spaghetti, all covered with cheese" came from!
Burgers, Wings, Pizza and MORE
Buffalo is known for it's Chicken Wings (yes we call them Chicken Wings here NOT Buffalo wings) but we've also got some of the best pizza, burgers, and HOT DOGS around! Here are our top pics in this category.
If you want a burger you want the Bing! The best local spot to grab a burger, a "sangwich", (go for the mac salad on the side) and of course pizza (the sesame crust is the BEST!). Huge TVs make this the ideal spot for watching your favorite sporting event or for a casual hangout.
Bada Bing
42 W Chippewa StIf you want a burger you want the Bing! The best local spot to grab a burger, a "sangwich", (go for the mac salad on the side) and of course pizza (the sesame crust is the BEST!). Huge TVs make this the ideal spot for watching your favorite sporting event or for a casual hangout.
Our FAVORITE for wings. Ask for them HOT and extra crispy and don't forget extra blue cheese with a side of fries. And if you aren't feeling the wings everything else on the menu is really good too.
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Einheimische empfehlenGabriel's Gate
145 Allen Street28
Einheimische empfehlenOur FAVORITE for wings. Ask for them HOT and extra crispy and don't forget extra blue cheese with a side of fries. And if you aren't feeling the wings everything else on the menu is really good too.
A family friendly spot for pizza, wings, and more. Amy's favorite? Fried Bologna with Miracle Whip!
JJs Casa Di Pizza
11 E Mohawk StA family friendly spot for pizza, wings, and more. Amy's favorite? Fried Bologna with Miracle Whip!
Colter Bay
561 Delaware Ave6
Einheimische empfehlenGood burgers, GREAT beers, and live music on the weekends.
A Buffalo classic! Nothing beats a charcoal grilled Sahlens' footlong with all the fixings. Pair it with a chocolate shake and your inner kid will be as happy as your actual one.
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Einheimische empfehlenTed's Hot Dogs
124 W Chippewa St6
Einheimische empfehlenA Buffalo classic! Nothing beats a charcoal grilled Sahlens' footlong with all the fixings. Pair it with a chocolate shake and your inner kid will be as happy as your actual one.
We might have stolen this one from Rochester but we are glad we have it! Family friendly in a fun atmosphere.
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Dinosaur Bar-B-Que - Buffalo
301 Franklin Street12
Einheimische empfehlenWe might have stolen this one from Rochester but we are glad we have it! Family friendly in a fun atmosphere.
Hearth + Press
665 Main StBrick Oven Pizza right in heart of the Theatre District.
Fine Dining
Looking for a special night out? We're not just pizza and wings. Buffalo has a food scene that rivals some of the greats in the country.
Our go to for special occasions or even just because. The menu is perfection, the atmosphere is like a warm hug, and the service will make you feel like royalty.
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Einheimische empfehlenTEMPO
581 Delaware Avenue10
Einheimische empfehlenOur go to for special occasions or even just because. The menu is perfection, the atmosphere is like a warm hug, and the service will make you feel like royalty.
Low key attitude with a high brow palette. A perfect option for a drink at the bar followed by a a meal to remember.
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Hutch's
1375 Delaware Avenue13
Einheimische empfehlenLow key attitude with a high brow palette. A perfect option for a drink at the bar followed by a a meal to remember.
SEAR
200 Delaware AveFrom steak to seafood this place has it all. And the burger is damn good too.
A classic steak house in a setting you can't find anywhere else. Uniquely Buffalo.
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Einheimische empfehlenBuffalo Chophouse
282 Franklin Street6
Einheimische empfehlenA classic steak house in a setting you can't find anywhere else. Uniquely Buffalo.
Morton's The Steakhouse
2 Fountain PlazaYou know it, you love it, we've got it.
And now for something a little different.
A few of our favorites that fall outside of more traditional categories.
Fall back in time with dim lighting, classic tunes, Mother's portrait on the wall, and watch the waitstaff work their magic with hand written receipts behind the bar. A true local's night out. Reservations recommended.
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Einheimische empfehlenMothers Restaurant
33 Virginia Place17
Einheimische empfehlenFall back in time with dim lighting, classic tunes, Mother's portrait on the wall, and watch the waitstaff work their magic with hand written receipts behind the bar. A true local's night out. Reservations recommended.
A mix of familiar and adventurous this casual spot is just around the corner. An awesome mix of classic (their meatloaf is incredible) to unique (a huge vegan and vegetarian assortment) in a comfortable atmosphere and definitely check out brunch on Sunday!
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Einheimische empfehlenBetty's
370 Virginia Street33
Einheimische empfehlenA mix of familiar and adventurous this casual spot is just around the corner. An awesome mix of classic (their meatloaf is incredible) to unique (a huge vegan and vegetarian assortment) in a comfortable atmosphere and definitely check out brunch on Sunday!
Keep the chips and salsa coming and the margaritas flowing! Classic mexican a two minute drive up the street.
Aguacates Mexican Bar & Grill
765 Elmwood AveKeep the chips and salsa coming and the margaritas flowing! Classic mexican a two minute drive up the street.
Taste of Siam
810 Elmwood AveWasabi Japanese Restaurant
752 Elmwood AvenueBars and Breweries
How do you keep warm through seven months of winter? With booze of course! Whether you love a good microbrew or a classic cocktail we've got you covered.
You won't find a better or more interesting beer list, let alone atmosphere, in all of Buffalo. Located in the heart of the theatre district Matinee caters to the evening and theatre crowd. Kevin and Rex hand pick every beer that meets your lips and a giant screen with black and white movies plays continously. If you're lucky Rex might even rap for you!
Matinee
698 Main StYou won't find a better or more interesting beer list, let alone atmosphere, in all of Buffalo. Located in the heart of the theatre district Matinee caters to the evening and theatre crowd. Kevin and Rex hand pick every beer that meets your lips and a giant screen with black and white movies plays continously. If you're lucky Rex might even rap for you!
A local brewery with great food makes this a fan and family favorite. Dathan recommends the award winning Hayburner IPA!
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Einheimische empfehlenBig Ditch Brewing Company
55 East Huron Street18
Einheimische empfehlenA local brewery with great food makes this a fan and family favorite. Dathan recommends the award winning Hayburner IPA!
Another local brewery with great beers and good food. Can't decide? Try a flight!
Community Beer Works
520 7th StAnother local brewery with great beers and good food. Can't decide? Try a flight!
Just like the city itself, Resurgence is bringing life back to Buffalo beers!
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Einheimische empfehlenResurgence Brewing Company
1250 Niagara Street21
Einheimische empfehlenJust like the city itself, Resurgence is bringing life back to Buffalo beers!
Buffalo Tap House
85 W Chippewa StA good old classic bar with good old classic bar food right on the "Chip strip".
Small but as local as you can get. Free nachos and an owner who will keep you on your toes with trivia mean this is a must do.
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Einheimische empfehlenFounding Fathers
75 Edward St11
Einheimische empfehlenSmall but as local as you can get. Free nachos and an owner who will keep you on your toes with trivia mean this is a must do.
The epitome of the classic gin joint with a twist. These are true artisans at work and their craft is the cocktail. An eclectic menu, disco ball, and Game of Thrones pinball machine round out this popular spot.
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Einheimische empfehlenBuffalo Proper
333 Franklin Street11
Einheimische empfehlenThe epitome of the classic gin joint with a twist. These are true artisans at work and their craft is the cocktail. An eclectic menu, disco ball, and Game of Thrones pinball machine round out this popular spot.
Coffee Shops
We have a ton of great places to grab coffee and a morning or mid-day treat. Here are some of the best in the area.
SPoT Coffee
765 Elmwood Avenue26
Einheimische empfehlenTry the homemade granola or a Mike's Sandwich - soooo good!
One of the hippest spots in the city servicing breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as cocktails and brick oven pizza!
Rowhouse Bakery and Restaurant
483 Delaware AveOne of the hippest spots in the city servicing breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as cocktails and brick oven pizza!
Toast like you've never had it before in a cool brick and old wood atmosphere.
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Einheimische empfehlenFive Points Bakery
44 Brayton Street25
Einheimische empfehlenToast like you've never had it before in a cool brick and old wood atmosphere.
Sweet Ness 7 Cafe
220 Grant Street18
Einheimische empfehlenStarbucks
933 Elmwood AveTim Hortons
537 Delaware Avenue