50 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo

“Great food and beautiful atmosphere! Been here many times and it's been a great experience every time!! Enjoyed Mothers day with my large family today and we had a wonderful brunch buffet! Great service all around!!!“

“Place is amazing. Food is always great. Great specials. Portions are always big and the price is reasonable. Staff is just so darn nice as well! I go every week basically!“

“First time dining at Bobby J’s and loved it!!! We will be going back!!“

“Excellent pasta dish and very generous portions!“

“Wow, Very impressed with the food and service. First time there and it won't be the last...“

“it was great“

“Best food in buffalo hands down !“

“Always an amazing experience at Vice. Service is always on point, the food is fresh and the cocktails are some of the best in Buffalo.“

“Every time I’ve eaten at the Phoenix 269 the food was incredible- the service is perfect. I love the atmosphere and the patio. It’s a cozy, family run business that makes you feel like your eating with family! I had the shrimp dish / it was delicious. The ice cream pie was unbelievably good! I’ll be back.“

“Food was delicious, every plate punching with flavor. Cheese fries, miso bbq wings and bulgolgi cheese steak. Hugo spritz was well balanced. Danielle showed great hospitality!“

“Best place in town. The food is fantastic and always consistent. Reasonably priced as well.“

“What a great atmosphere! The food & drinks were absolutely amazing 🤩 Thank you!“

“We just enjoyed a wonderful Breakfast with Santa at The Tewksbury Lodge for the third year in a row. Everything was amazing! The food, the service and the atmosphere were all top notch. Our granddaughters, 5 & 3 yrs old were so excited. Santa greeted all the kids as he entered, and then was so sweet and kind to the all the kids as they were called up, by table, to visit with him at his special chair. Each child received a bag of goodies. You could feel the magic in the air and on the smiles of the kids, parents and grandparents. The Tewksbury Lodge has this breakfast down to a science, systematic and efficient while not rushing at all. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas experience! We'll definitely be back next year! Merry Christmas!“

“Bacchus…THANK YOU for a wonderful meal with great service. We thoroughly enjoyed our entrees of Lobster tortellini, shrimp puttanesca and pork chop. The octopus app was delicious too. Service was outstanding and the valet driver even remembered our car! Impressive! We’ve dined here many times and will continue to do so!“

“I wish their hours were better and open longer“

“Great food ! Came out fast and was hot and fresh. Definitely would recommend The Place if you are looking for a good meal at a reasonable price.“

“This is my new favorite ice cream place! They have so many Perry's flavors. I was so happy to find that they had the Queen of Hearts flavor that I've been craving for the past 11 years! Service was quick and friendly.The location is perfect with good parking and located right across the street from Riverside Park. Looking forward to trying different flavors and walking through the park this summer!“

“We love Big John!!!“

“Great food and drinks. Friendly staff. Good location. wonderful spot to meet friends!“

“Even though I had to pay for parking across the street, it was worth it. Good food. Very nice workers. Even liked one of the friendly workers who was in a singing mood! 😂🙂“

“Went for dinner on Easter Sunday, Staff was great and atmosphere as always top shelf. My wife had filet it was perfect, I had rack of lamb, but it was not a rack but 2 rack bones with 3 inches of meat hanging off, I could not even cut the meat with a steak knife, had to send it back to be cut. beware when you order a rack $70“

“Have been going here forever. It’s been a while and still top notch! Warm, charming atmosphere, consistent, fantastic service. Great place for a date, we had a great night , thank you!“

“This place is special. The service is next to none !!outstanding!! The food is extraordinary to say the least!! Period!! The cocktails are unique and their nuances are more than refreshing. Jake Strawser the owner is the real deal and honestly a pleasure to call my friend. There are now two Ian’s that will not disappoint you. Ian the exemplary Chef and Ian the wonderful Barman!!! Make your reservations now. Trust me.“

“This is such a cool, new and chill restaurant and bar. I really enjoying old fashions, and I know how difficult it is to make one and always make it the same. The bartenders have such great skills and training that I couldn’t even tell which ones made them, as they each tasted the same and amazing.“

“My girlfriends and I have not been to Iron Tail in a while, but we decided to go on a whim the other night and it did not disappoint!! The drinks were fabulous, food was great and the staff was on point!! Definitely recommend this place 👍🏻“

“The food is consistently great and our server, Sue A, is more than attentive and excellent. She had a lot of tables and took care of every one quickly and efficiently. We were truly impressed with both Sue and the food!“

“highly recommended . tried clam chowder, Cajun broiled fish n sweet cabbage...and wings. all delicious 😋“

“I literally love this charming establishment, you'll find the best big breakfast menu with affordable prices. The generous portions and delightful flavors will leave you satisfied, while the warm smiles and welcoming atmosphere created by the employees make you feel right at home. Their genuine warmth and attentive service truly enhance the dining experience. It's a breakfast haven where delicious food, friendly faces, and wallet-friendly prices come together to create an unforgettable morning meal.“

“Went there before a play for dinner at Shea's Buffalo. This place is on the Chippewa bar strip, so we were not expecting much. Walking inside, it looks like a typical party/cocktail bar, brick walls, long bar, and tables opposite the bar with plastic chairs and Formica tables, so you are sitting in the bar. At 5:30PM on restaurant week before a nearby playing of Hamilton, we were the only diner's there (and only 4 others at the bar). Now the good part.... one of the best meals I have had in a long time!!!!! Waitress/bartender was prompt, attentive and friendly. The special for restaurant week that we had was $35 for soup/salad (I had soup), Duck with asparagus, yams, sprouts and and pie for dessert. This meal was fabulous! Perfect portion and perfect flavor. The caramel/peanut butter pie was luscious! On top of all this, we were there during happy hour, so $3 a beer. I highly recommend trying this place to eat, just don't expect a cozy, intimate atmosphere. You won't be disappoints, and you won't be broke.“

“I can't say enough good things about this place! The oxtail was literally falling off the bone, so tender and full of flavor. The rice and beans were absolutely delicious, and that macaroni and cheese—no extra seasoning needed; it was perfect! And the green beans? Dropped-to-the-bone delicious. This place needs to stay open forever—I'll be coming back for sure!“

“Students do an excellent job and will be fine additions to any establishment. Before going to the Sabres game, having lunch with the culinary students of ECC. Pear-gorganzola with crispy prosciutto, Osso Bucco veal shanks, limoncello Semifreddo and fresh bread with garlic butter and pesto. Sometimes I'm hesitant to tell you where the good stuff is, because you have to make reservations and I don't want it to get over crowed as it does sometimes 😆“

“The food was The bomb, the drinks was the bomb, the waitress was the bomb !!“

“The food, service and atmosphere was amazing last night. Definitely a hidden gem. Staff went above and beyond when my friend and I visited last night. Got the chicken tacos and the beef tacos both deep fried I really wish I would have gotten more. Will be returning soon!“

“Best Roast Beef sandwich!“

“Great food, bartenders were awesome. The beers were fresh and there were plenty to choose from. One thing it does need is another TV at the other side of the bar. This would help when there are any home games on, you can watch it from either side of the bar.“

“My husband and I went here on Thanksgiving Day 2025, OMG, When I tell you, Everything was Perfect, THE Greeting at the Door, They took our Coats, Seated us, The Waitress was Amazing, Food Was Fantastic, Scenery was Beautiful, I highly recommend this Place, Thank you 😊“

“Went to Betty’s today for a little brunch/lunch today! We had Brian as our server, he was super attentive, gave great recommendations, and kept our waters refilled (huge plus). The portions were perfect if not bigger than we could eat. We enjoyed the patio and being able to eat outside. Definitely will be back!“

“Awesome food! Great service LOVE it here!“

“Me and a few of my co-workers ordered the chicken sandwich’s with the truffle fries… bro the sandwiches and fries are absolutely BANGIN!!!! We are definitely ordering again in the near future!!!“

“Jimmy's Texas Hot is one of my favorite lunch spots, especially on Mondays when I'm in the area. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy a meal. The owner is professional, friendly, and always takes the time to have a great conversation with customers. Nothing earns more respect from me than seeing an owner working behind the counter right alongside the staff. That's exactly why I believe people should support small businesses like this. The food is consistently excellent I honestly haven't had a bad meal there. If you're looking for a delicious meal in a comfortable setting with great service, I highly recommend Jimmy's Texas Hot.“

“The Fish Fry was absolutely Amazing!!!“

“Best location! Top brunch place ever!“

“After cancelling a 2nd night at another hotel upon arrival because it was awful, my teen daughter and I were thrilled to arrive at the Courtyard. It was clean, parking was easy and the front desk staff was pleasant and accommodating. The lobby and the rooms seemed recently renovated and we were happy with our stay. The hotel is conveniently located and pricing was reasonable. Would recommend staying here if you need to visit the Buffalo area.“

“Great Food! Great Service! Easy free parking! Friendly atmosphere. Relaxed dining!“

“Wonderful breakfast! Great price’s and great service with a smile!😁“

“Fantastic food, the califlower with green goddess was amazing and we adored the gnocchi dinner and cod entree special with toasted olives! Helpful and attentive staff with cozy intimate vibes made this the perfect place to relax with upscale entrees made for royalty. We'll be back!“

“LOVE this place and certainly a destination location and very welcome addition to the Parkside neighborhood. Everything about this restaurant is to be admired… including 2 wonderful owners.“

“Everything was phenomenal from start to finish. We celebrated my husband graduating from college. The service was outstanding, the food was incredible, and the company made for a perfect night out. Every dish far exceeded our expectations in both quality and flavor. You can tell a lot of care goes into every part of the experience. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend this restaurant to others.“