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 great“

“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.“

“I don’t know where to start, one of the best all around dining experiences of my life. Started with the toasted marshmallow espresso martini which I had to try three of to confirm how delicious they were. Then me an my two friends order the octopus, lamb meatballs, and bone marrow. Rarely does every appetizer hit but these were all out of the park home runs. For the entree I got the roast chicken, and my friends got the two different duck entrees and a takeout container was not necessary. The vibe and service was just as good as the food, we also had the chance to talk with the owners father who gave us some background on the operation and overall just a very friendly environment with unbelievable food, and not very expensive for the value. I will be back again!“

“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.“

“Just got home from taking our son out for his birthday. Family of 5 and every one of us got a delicious meal with friendly service. Thanks for helping make our son's 26th a good one!“

“The best beers I’ve ever had in my life. WOW. I got stouts and an amber in a flight and they were absurdly good. My boyfriend got IPAs which I’m not usually a fan of, but I adored every single one of them so much so that I grabbed some cans to take home! Fabulous service and great atmosphere. Jay was a saint ! I am already looking forward to the next time we come here.“

“We went to Shango’s for my daughter’s birthday. We were not disappointed, the food was delicious. It’ a small restaurant, so you need reservations. This is definitely a five star restaurant. I would go back again in a heartbeat.“

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

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

“great food and friendly staff!“

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

“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! 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟“

“Party of 6. Drinks are fantastic. Food not so much and here is why. If you are in the large lounge where we were, your tables are low round coffee tables, so you eat hunched over for something like a beet salad which ended up more on the floor than in our mouths. Charcuterie tray is scant and feeds 2 at best. The oysters were watery and the taste was slightly off. We ordered 8 small plates and everyone said we are gonna need an ABV run for dinner. So I recommend small parties - no more than 4, else you will collide with the next group of tables. Great place for drinks but plan as pre or post dinner stop over like you would Savoy.“

“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?“