19 Best Beer Bars in Buffalo

“Awesome staff. Great atmosphere“

“We recently had a rehearsal dinner for a very special couple celebrated here. The place is huge, my niece the bride to be she frequent this place and is her favorite and I can bow see why, great variety and amazing service. I noticed how they made efforts to make it extra special for them.“

“Great beers!!! Great place.“

“It was such a fun evening with co-workers on a Pedal tour. We started and ended at Buffalo Olde Brewery and stopped at 3 others along the way. A Much needed night of Laughter! Driving around, singing karaoke, sharing laughs...nothing better!!! If you have never been to Buffalo Olde Brewery in Lovejoy you need to check it out. It is such a nice spot with bands on Thursday and Saturdays. The service was friendly, and the food was yummy. The mural outside is awesome! A gem for sure.“

“Great first day at Spotted Octopus in Rochester! Loved the beer, food and especially the service. The new systems threw the team a few curveballs, but the staff kept their cool and made customer satisfaction the #1 focus. Opening on parade day proved to be the perfect pressure test and they definitely succeeded.“

“In the heart of Buffalo, soft lights aglow,
There’s a bar where the dreamers and night owls go.
Matinee—where the reel still spins,
And every quiet corner feels like a win.

With shadows flickering black and white,
Old films dancing in gentle light,
Each sip feels steeped in vintage grace—
A whiskeyed hush in a velvet place.

For lovers of theater, it’s perfectly cast—
A pre-show sip or a nightcap at last.
With curtains and cocktails, the timing’s just right,
To toast to the stage and the city’s bright lights.

Their menu's a marvel, a lover’s delight,
With bottles of bourbon aged just right.
But don’t overlook the star on the tray—
That flatbread pizza steals the play.

Crisped to perfection, with toppings divine,
And “Pizza of the Week” deserves its own sign.
Each slice a surprise, each bite a refrain,
Of flavor that sings and lingers like rain.

And oh—the bathrooms! What a surprise,
The cleanest in town, a joy for the eyes.
Stocked with the things you may have forgot—
From hairspray to gum, they’ve thought of the lot.

So here’s to the nights that drift and swell,
To stories on screen and cocktails that tell.
Matinee, my heart you keep—
A Buffalo gem where the spirits run deep.“

“My daughter found this on our trip we always try to find something we do not have back home and this was the spot . When I say hands down the best burger I have had we ordered the loaded fries to share and as my daughter says mom ... this is awesome . the staff was amazing and the cook even came out and talked . I will say if you're in the area and looking to try something different it's worth the stop.“

“FINALLY got to visit this location for the first time, and was greeted with incredible beer and service by the one and only Jay! Truly an awesome beer homie! He knew about every single beer (we were taking some home we weren’t able to try on tap) and was just wonderful to talk to and enjoy all the good beer with. It’s so fun to talk and hang with someone who knows the ins and outs of craft beer. My fiance and I are looking forward to coming back to Mortalis to chat with him and try more of their amazing beer. Thanks, Jay!“

“My boyfriend and I went there last night for dinner! It was his first time and we both loved it. We got the calamari, ceviche, shrimp and grits and the penne paste! The calamari is by far the best I have ever had! The bartender Will was amazing and made our dining experience that much more enjoyable! We cannot wait to go back!“

“The food at Beacon Grille is amazing, we love the charred octopus every time, The duck was outstanding as well. We both had 2 rounds of the downtown cheerio which was a fun nod to the city, what really stood out to me, though, was the attention to detail, I watched the restaurant manager meticulously measure each table with a tape measure to ensure they were perfectly spaced, and even the placement of the silverware and napkins were exact. That level of care is shown with every part of the dining experience, you can tell this team takes pride in what they do.“

“Great facility to come with friends and your dogs. The entire staff does a great job creating a fun environment for everyone. A++ 😎 🐶“

“great food and friendly staff!“

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

“awesome burgers. nice patio when weather cooperates. friendly staff, good beers selection“

“Such a hidden gem, the cocktails were amazing, atmosphere was very suave, it's what I imagine the now defunct Playboy Lounges of the 1960s were like back in their hayday, and the service was fantastic. Our server was Amira and she made our stop so memorable. The idea of the hiddenness of the High Violet helps promote the speakeasy atmosphere.“

“Absolutely phenomenal! The food and staff were top notch and we will be returning! We got the Angry Birds, Buffalo Roll, Chicken, Steak, White Tuna appetizer, and Beef! All were delicious with ZERO complaints! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“Excellent! Been there numerous times; food is consistently excellent and made how you like it (spiciness). Highly recommend for Ramen soup.“

“I've been going to Crabapples since it was Crabapples. Need I say more? Amazing place. Relaxed atmosphere. Among the best beer selections in Western New York. What's not to love?“