50 Best Bars in Buffalo

“Went there for st. Patrick’s day. Couldn’t be more pleased. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. Service was fast and friendly and the food was out of this world. I think I’d sell my soul for more sticky toffee pudding. If you want an idea of their service I watched a man straight up slap a glass of beer out of the waitresses hands (he was a hand talker and it was an accident) and into the wall. She was super kind about it and someone (a manger or owner) came over and immediately changed out everything and cleaned everything up while the server got a new beer. Everyone was kind and quick about it and had I not happened to catch it out of the corner of my eye. they were so discrete Idt I would have. As a table we tried the Sheppards fries, the corned beef and cabbage, corned beef sandwich and sticky toffee pudding and all were incredible. Definitely will be back!“

“I cannot say enough about the staff at Hartman’s, but especially in the barrel room. Without going into detail, there was a pretty obnoxious crowd. The bartenders, especially our server Alyssa, handled the situation with grace and poise and compassion for their other customers. I was so impressed with their professionalism. To add, i have a fabulous experience every time I am here. Monica is another worker that we visit often because of how amazing she makes our experience. Overall, everyone who works in the barrel room is so talented and the energy is great. Kudos.“

“Good Value with a Lovely Ambiance

This place offers good value for the price and ambiance, though the food didn’t quite exceed my expectations. The ambiance was lovely, and the service was nearly perfect - our server was. Our favorite was the duck, which was cooked with crispy skin.
Dover sole is renowned for its delicate, sweet flavor and velvety soft texture with its flaky fillets fall apart effortlessly with a fork. However, in your case, the sole was drier than expected, which might have been due to slight overcooking. Despite this, Dover sole remains a prized choice for its refined taste and texture.
The lamb is a solid choice if you’re very hungry.
For appetizers, the burata was intriguing when fried, but I preferred it in its original form as frying didn’t enhance the dish for me.
The thin layer of steak tartar was served on fatty toast that overpowered the tartar, which was a bit disappointing—I wouldn’t order it again as tartar.
The oysters were not all professionally opened.
The side mushrooms were too bland and not the type I expected, though the side potatoes were a hit with my mom.
Drinks were well-crafted, while others didn’t blend flavors as smoothly. Olive cake is worth trying!
Overall, this is a great spot for a casual dinner. We visited late in the evening, so maybe the chef was tired, which might have affected some dishes. Despite minor imperfections, the overall experience was enjoyable.“

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

“I had the pleasure of dining there with a party of five last night. I must say, it was one of the best meals I've had in my life. Highly recommended.“

“Frankie Primos is our favorite. Authentic cuisine just like you’d find in grandma’s kitchen. Everything is perfect every time we come.“

“So delicious!!! We enjoyed every single thing we ordered. Highly recommended!“

“Visiting Mister Sizzle's with my boys is always a highlight for us; it's our special treat. From the moment we step into this vibrant burger joint on Buffalo's West Side, the atmosphere fills us with anticipation. What truly sets our experiences apart, aside from the inviting vibe and the staff's warm hospitality, are the flavors that await us. Mister Sizzle's is renowned for its diverse burger lineup and signature milkshake cocktails, offering something for everyone, including a delightful vegan option for those seeking alternatives.

However, the star of our visits has always been the milkshakes, particularly the cookies and cream flavor. It's the boys' go-to choice and never fails to impress. The rich, creamy texture combined with the perfect blend of cookies and cream is unmatched; it's the best milkshake we've found in Western New York, hands down.

The news that Mister Sizzle's is expanding to Hamburg, taking over a spot that holds memories of a past burger joint near Spot Coffee, excites us immensely. Their epic burgers are without comparison, and having them closer to home means more joyful outings with my boys. The anticipation for the Hamburg location's opening, where we'll get to enjoy our favorite burgers and milkshakes more frequently, adds a special touch to our future family outings. Mister Sizzle's, with its commitment to the community, environment, and quality, truly stands out not just as a burger place but as a beacon of good times and great food in Buffalo.“

“Have been there twice now. Jimmy the bartender was awesome both times! Highly recommend. I’m not exactly sure what nights he’s out and about but we’ve been on a Sunday and Monday evening, and I’m very glad I’m moving to the ward so I can become a regular and have him as a bartender more regularly. Conversation always great, and he engages multiple groups if there’s more than one group so that everyone can get to know each other. They have magners, my favorite cider and Tully, my favorite whisky so I’m a happy camper! Thank you jimmy! And thank you kris and the nice young lady and gentleman from the kitchen that chatted with me tonight. 10/10 would recommend to a friend!“

“Went for a Sunday brunch and got the Huevos Rancheros and was pleasantly surprised by how good and delicious it was. I also had the Gypsy Juice as my beverage, along with some Pastelitos (beef) shared for the table. Those were just OK to me and I've had better elsewhere. My party and I sat outside for a nice day out on the patio and some people watching, and despite being the only ones out there while we were dining, we still had great service from our server.“

“After constantly being jealous of the line up at this place I made it back home to buffalo to catch one of my favorite performers ever. Ryan Montbleau in this room felt like home. Super friendly bartenders. A couple small seating areas for those who don't want to stand all night after 40 hours on their feet. Great sound system and from what I've heard they are planning upgrades.“

“Love it here! Great food, friendly staff! Good people who are building a nice, inclusive community“

“The Nowhere Lounge has a great selection of mixed drinks. They also have a good selection of beer and snacks. What impressed me most was the attention to detail from the long to the lavatories. Everything is clean, the bartender was very friendly and helpful, and the drinks were delicious. I honestly can’t wait to go back!“

“Staff, food, drinks and atmosphere were all amazing! We were going to be in Amherst for a softball tournament and reached out to Pour Taproom to host a team/family dinner. It was perfect. We had a designated section reserved for our group. The girls got to sit together and bond, younger siblings were kept entertained playing some of the numerous games the restaurant had on hand and the adults got to relax while enjoying some tasty food and drinks. Parents were still talking about that dinner a week later. 10/10. Would highly recommend.“

“Awesome staff. Great atmosphere“

“Loved the atmosphere!!! Gabriel was our bartender and took such good care of us!! We will be back for sure!“

“Nice tribute to celebrating Jordan and Michael’s life’s 💙💙. Thank you I am Jordan’s cousin . The amazing love and support from the community.“

“My husband and I went in with my brother and sister in law for a double date. It was my first time there and didn’t know what to expect. It was very fun atmosphere and the drinks were good. I really enjoyed the customer service from the bartenders. They talked to us and explained some of the drinks that I never heard of. It was great to have a convo rather than being ignored. My husband I will be going back and excited to try a different drink“

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“Don’t miss the Friday night fish fry.“

“Friendly bartenders and patrons. Lots of tvs to watch sports on. Go Bills!“

“The food here is tremendous (wings are on par with Bar-Bill and they have a great fish fry), but one word of caution - do not expect to be able to order meat on Friday’s during Lent. Long time regulars are probably well aware of this policy but we were caught a bit off guard. Given that they were absolutely packed with people ordering the fish fry, it makes a lot of sense, just something to be aware of.“

“Went there for the 2 for $7 chili and bacon dogs on a Thursday around 6pm. Was surprised at what a good time we had. Bartender was very nice and helpful. She made us some amazing slushie drinks. I didn't know they offered those. I saw the machine hiding in the back and asked lol. They should advertise that a bit. Hot dogs were great and well worth it. We had a blast playing the MANY pinball machines. I loved the variety of stuff they had. It's not just a pool hall! The whole vibe was great and we will def be back. 4 stars!“

“Perfect for late night tapas and wine with the girls. Friendly bartenders. Delicious olive oil cake!“

“Great location to enjoy a few pints and some comfort foods before a Sabres game. Easy walking distance to/from the Metro-line.“

“Love the bartenders!!! Best place to have a few drinks and hang out!!!“

“just awesome!! can not say anything else but awesome“

“Great place! Friendly Bartender, great wings and awesome beer list. We’ll be back“

“Amazing staff, great food, cool environment, arcade cabinets, pinball, and ski balls upstairs, karaoke every Sunday! I love this place been a regular for over a year now“

“The bar tenders are amazing! It has to be the best bar in its area by far!!! I highly recommend!“

“Love this bar The Bartenders Chris and Austin are amazing makes great drinks and the vibe is awesome“

“The real deal hole in the wall bar.Cheap drinks, never been washed bathrooms and the most fun I have had in a while at a bar. Great locals hanging out, bartender was amazing and were even treated to crackers and cheese when they found out we had not eaten. If you want the Buffalo local“

“Hosted a party for 40 people in their back room and they were so lovely and easy to coordinate with! Tony was amazing in the booking process and worked with us to create a delicious vegetarian menu and our bartender Edie was amazing. Highly recommend for a private party (max 50ish people probably).“

“The Cobblestone is the best place to hit before or after an event at Keybank Center. The pizza and wings are to die for!! Staff is super friendly and attentive!! If you haven't been, you don't know what you are missing!“

“like everything about the place. food,drinks,bartenders“

“Cheers bar. Where everybody knows your name. Great prices, and specials“

“Great atmosphere, friendly staff — definitely a place you want to grab a drink and hang out at!“

“Just moved in down the street. Great bartender, great atmosphere. Bills whooped the Rams, very friendly and open all around“

“Was here on st patty’s day and couldn’t remember the name of this bar and it took me 4 months to remember it. Anyway I loved this bar I liked the old U2 photo and how welcomed it was plus it’s the only bar that didn’t turn off me playing Metallica on the music machine so this bar “

“This is a small corner bar. The bartenders stay on top of your drinks! They have pool tables, darts & a jukebox. They sometimes have live bands or a dj. They do serve food as well. I recommend the cheeseburgers & frys! If your in the area check it out!“

“Great place to meet friends and relax!“

“Stopped in last night for dinner before a show. The artwork is eclectic, the service is friendly 🧡 and attentive, and the food was incredible. The Cajun fried pickles 🤤 were the best fried pickles I have ever had, and the Mediterranean salad was delicious! This place is a must-eat if you ask me. ✨10/10✨“

“This is one of my favorite spots in buffalo! Great for events and music. I love the mocktails and outdoor Cantina. What makes it especially a buffalo gem is the fact that I always run into someone I sorta knew years ago and don’t know whether to say “hi”. But then I do and it’s always good vibes.“

“Fun Place on Hertel. Good Value. Live music and nice people.“

“You need to make it your life's mission to stop here!“

“My friend and I host a trivia night every 2nd Monday of each month. Bar tabs are the prize, more participants, more prizes. Five dollar entry...lots of fun, very nice people, easy to get the questions as they are broadcast on the 3 televisions.“

“During my visit i spilled my krupnik. The young man who reminded me of tony danza gave me a refill free of charge. I will be back to see that dupa of his“

“we ordered the wings and FF definitely going back liked everything about the place made me feel like I was back home in South Dakota 😊“

“Sportsmen’s is Buffalo’s friendliest Music venue and it is about to get way BIGGER. Larger concerts! More people! More Love! Dwane Hall is building an outdoor park behind his present club for summer concerts. Get your lawn chairs ready. See you there August 4, 2019. A day to remember. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“