“Went here for an anniversary dinner with my wife and I. We both were treated so well by all the staff. The food and drinks were delicious! Definitely one of the best dinning experiences I’ve ever had in the buffalo area. I highly would recommend this place.“
“This place is amazing! The soup is to die for and all the food is great! The chef is a miracle maker and the staff is very friendly and accommodating. This is a must stop place for lunch and drinks. Did I mention the soup....OMG! Daily specials too!“
“Went there for the first time this past weekend at 5 pm. Great food with homemade bread. We shared our plates so we got to try everything. Menu is not too big so that makes the food better in my opinion. Pizza was amazing!! Drinks and wine were good.Parking: Not to difficult at 5pm I can see a challenge as it gets later“
“Enjoyed a lovely New Year's Eve dinner here. First, the bartenders were fantastic. Very friendly and engaging with patrons. Had the focaccia al forno while at the bar and it was served fresh and hot. We were seated 10 minutes early for our reservation. (Slight hiccup, I asked the hostess to move us to a different table and she declined saying there was a similar seating reservation at the same time. That table was never occupied until we left 90 minutes later.) Our server was spectacular. She made contact with us shortly after seating and shared the specials, but also commented on the ones she recommended. We ordered the "coccoli" off the special appetizers. This was a deconstructed app of dough, cheese, prosciutto and giardenera. It was incredible. For dinner, Mrs BP combined a salad and appetizer stuffed peppers. I opted for shrimp pomodoro. The shrimp were cooked well and not fishy or chewy. The pasta also was in just the right amount of sauce. The manager was actively assisting wait staff with food delivery and checking on patron's experiences. The decor is quant and I would highly recommend the restaurant for dinner or drinks and an appetizer if in the area.“
“Love it here! Came a few times and it was great. Decided to have our 20 years HS reunion here and the service was exceptional all night by the entire staff. We all walked away super impressed and thankful for how easy and stress-free the staff made it! ?“
“We had a very chaotic day up until we arrived to Bella Ciao. Our Dinner of 5 was a complete success from the service, to the attentiveness of the server, to the atmosphere. It was just amazing. I believe the manager’s name was Brian. He was very helpful and made our overall service just unmatched to any other that I’ve had. So thank you BRIAN AND DEJ“
“My wife and I were celebrating her birthday and Blue Cave always reminds us of our trips to Italy. Its truly authentic Italian cooking! Everything is so fresh for example the arancini is house made, not prepackaged frozen. Same for the tiramisu, you can tell because it's irregular in shape. When tiramisu is perfectly squared it comes from a purveyor, and is loaded with preservatives. Thank You Mario for bringing Italy to Buffalo. Phil & Beth“
“Disappointed in the price. For the price we paid for pasta!! One would think it's a fine dining restaurant by the price but once you have been there you'll understand. It's like you're in a diner , plastic table cloths from the 70's or 80's, small little tables that you have no choice but to know what everyone else around you is having. Hours of operation?? Closed by 8pm. You're in downtown, people live there again. People want places to go to at night . But I can't stress enough how good the spaghetti parm is !!“
“This is not the fanciest restaurant in Buffalo, but it's among the top in terms of cuisine. The Spaghetti Aglio E Olio is spectacular, the creme brule is perfect. My son raved about the stuffed banana peppers. Of all the restaurants in Buffalo, I chose this one for my birthday. Thank you Bobby J's for the perfect meal!“
“Amazing from the moment we walked in. Smiling staff. Vicki was phenomenal. The ceaser salad, homemade croutons and rolls, veal piccata and shrimp scampi were the best we’ve had. We will be back. Thank you for an incredible dining experience!“
“We absolutely loved our dinners they were truly delicious. I had the chicken in a creamy Marcella sauce, and my husband had the Filet Minion . It is pricey and definitely worth it! If you want a special dinner, this is the place to go! Make sure to call and make reservations! Manga!“
“A hidden gastronomic treasure and that is Bellini's Bistro. The food is prepared with skill and offers a delicious blend of Italian flavors. For those looking for tasty and real Italian food in the city, it's a great option because of its welcoming atmosphere and attentive service. Strongly suggested for a tasty and fulfilling meal.“
“My wife and I will stop here before we go to Flying Bison. The bartender is always super friendly and attentive. The food is always good here too. Prices are easy on the wallet too we always have a couple of beers and dinner for about 40bucks. Can’t beat this place! Chicken wings, burgers and fish fry’s are all awesome!!!“
“Went here for last minute to go items for baby boy And he was very pleased I mean very please med. Priced spent 10 on a dessert for my son bday i Will return for lasagna and elderberry drink seen on another review yum and the lemon mascarpone cake with slice berry was absolutely my favoriteKid-friendliness: They have a complete kids menu! Y'all go share some love with this beautiful gem in Buffalo NY“
“Very unique and excellent pizza. Great mid thick crust, excellent sauce and topping cooked to perfection. Outstanding wings, friendly and efficient service, nice little dine in area.Vegetarian options: No vegan choices but all pizza places have vegetarian options“
“You guys kill it. From the atmosphere, to the sandwich shop music, to the conversation, and most of all, to the perfection in sandwiches. Came in to grab one to bring to the game, had a hard time deciding which to get, so got ourselves a get-home sandwich.Despite living in Lockport, I will have zero complaints about driving down here to pick up a sandwich. They're that good. Daresay, best of Buffalo.“
“The food and service were wonderful. The bar was way too small, it only fit the couples. The upstairs bar was closed which was large and a much better set up. This was unfortunate because the bartenders skills were great. Close the downstairs one and open upstairs. You'll attract a younger crowd up there. The beef tartare was my favorite dish of the night but my lobster was also great.“
“I came here for my birthday dinner because I saw the other recommendation from the black guy who came here for his birthday dinner. Their staff Is amazing. The ambience is amazing. The food is really really good. I had the Alfredo and it hit the Alfredo spot. We have 3 kids who caused normal kid trouble and the whole staff was nothing but welcoming to our family. Please give this establishment a try for dinner, birthday dinner, date night, party night, and any night. They deserve praise for the quality of restaurant they our. Amazing place.Kid-friendliness: Servers went above and beyond for our family's time there as well as making sure kids were set.“
“We went for lunch and it was great! I had the lunch special, half a panini, bowl of soup and a cannoli for $18. You could get a soda instead of the cannoli but who would that, lol! I had the turkey with provolone panini and it was delicious! The soup was Italian Wedding and it also was yummy. My friend had the pasta fasoul and a vegetarian panini. Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch!!“
“We called ahead because we have a big Family to be considerate because it wasn't a peak night. They had everything ready for a huge table, the service was warm and friendly and the food was absolutely fantastic. Can't wait to go back and try more of their wonderful dishes.“
“Okay the food, the setting, the layout!!!! 10/10. Self service for food- using a QR code that is placed on tables for the servers to run the food out to you PIPING HOT! Seat yourself and water and napkins and plates and wet-wipes (you’ll need them) to share were all easily accessible with both entrances.Went with a couple of friends and we tried:Pretzel and queso app ($14)- STUNNING, queso was a perfect blend of Smokey and smooth and the pretzels came in rods (4) and were piping hot 10/10Wingnutz dip ($13)- I know this is what they are known for but I personally like my chicken wing dip, spicy. The chicken was tender though and came with a massive plate of fresh chips. 8.5/10Spring Rolls ($13)- YUM- fresh out of the fryer laying on top of a bed of kimchi (not too soured or prickly but the perfect complement) and a sweet Chile sauce. Really fresh and crisp 9.5/10Last Dragon Tacos ($18)- WOW- these were super flavorful and fresh even with the very generous meat portion. Sometimes it can be too overwhelming, but they nailed this one between the kimchi and pickled red onions giving the taco the bite it needs, to the very tender brisket, and the sauce that adds a kick! Dynamite! 10/10Roasted Cauliflower Taco ($15)- packs quite the punch in a mouthful- really tender cauliflower that soaked up all of the delicious sauce served with. 8.5/10Wingnutz Chicken Sandwich ($16) with their Cajun fries. Note for the fries- absolute perfection, LOVE a fry that is just about half an inch thick- gives a great crust and super fluffy inside. Their chicken sandwich was MASSIVE, genuinely think they used half a chicken on it, soaked in a hot honey brine- they have perfected a Nashville style fried chicken and DONT forget the pickles (thick cut)“
“Chose to come here for my birthday and had a great experience! Food and service were excellent. My friend was trying to Shazam a song he heard and Kai the waiter was super attentive and brought a slip of paper with the name of the song on it. Love coming here. Highly recommend!“
“My office ordered a bunch of sandwiches for the office. I had the muffuletta and it was VERY good. The olive spread and the sun dried tomatoes were incredible!! The bread was fantastic as well. My co-worker got the Super Hero. This is the only reason I was hesitant to rate this a 5. There was way too much meat and the bread was barely there. Half of the meat was hanging out of the side. If they out half of the meat in, it would be very different. Overall, big portions and great bread. I would recommend this place to anyone in town.“
“Food was very good. It's a prefixed menu. The atmosphere in the room where we sat this time, the room with the stage, is is a bit dark and leaves a bit to be desired. But really... you cannot beat the convenience! It's just feet from the theater and you don't even need to go outside. Great option if you are a theater goer and it's nasty out.“
“Omg,Me and girlfriend went for brunch this morning and William was our server William was awesome, from the way he described certain menu items, to customer service. The food was awesome. I will definitely come back and try dinner service next time “
“Very tasty, large portions. We had not been there for 4 years due to border closures because of covid. They finally got rid of their filthy carpet replaced with wood tile. Food is still very tasty. Parking lot was full but we managed to grab a spot when someone came out.“
“Service was great! Ambiance was even better and food was very good! There was ALOT of good meals to choose from. Caesar was one of the best I've had. Cacio e Pepe was 8/10. Can't say it tasted 100% authentic as it should taste mostly like pecorino but the house made noodles were perfect. It could have used a little more salt. Lobster was cooked perfectly. Tiramisu was a 10/10. Espresso martini was decent. Pretty sure it was coffee liquor and not actual espresso. Can't wait to go back !!“
“Great Italian food! My wife and I almost literally licked our plates clean. All dishes come shareable too so I recommend ordering a bit of this and that. Dishes are a la carte but doesn’t feel like you’re getting cheated at all. Well worth the money. Bonus points for automatic gratuity to pay their staff fairly and help you avoid doing math after a satisfying meal.“
“Had relatives in from Ohio, ordered chicken Parmigiano, with side of spaghetti,and a large antipasto. Everyone raved over the food, the order was ready on time, hot, and was so easy to serve. Thanks so much for the delicious food, friendly service, and making our family visit wonderful.“
“Had a Galentines dinner here with 12 of us. Great options on the specials menu, fresh food, tasty, and the price is right. Some housemade pasta, delish cacciatore with super fresh veggies and sausage, and pastries basically anything you want. Highly recommend for a casual lunch or dinner. You'll have leftovers for sure! Yaaay!Vegetarian options: Gluten free and plenty of options for ovo lacto vegetarians for sure.“
“Ordered Lloyal's Lasagna off a door dash because I was craving comfort food...and they delivered ?? this lasagna stick to ya bones lol ...can't wait to try the whole menchu lmao ...lobster and crab ravioli up nextVegetarian options: Vegan“
“Pre-NHL hockey game dinner with my father and sister. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Server was extremely knowledgable about food preparation and was able to describe dishes in detail. Service was on point. Taste of food was delicious and portion's generous. Authentic homemade flavours. We had beet salad, house salad, Caesar salad, tomato soup, cheese garlic bread, fettuccini Alfredo with green veggies, pasta with chicken, goat cheese crepes, bread pudding and sundae. All excellent! Highly recommend.“
“Wise Guys has always been our go to pizzeria, but yesterday they went out of their way for us. My order was delivered a bit later then anticipated, and I believe the owner himself came to deliver the pizza and make sure we were taken care of. Hours later, I received a text message with an e-gift card from Wise Guys for the frustration. This pizza shop has been known for great food and taking care of their community, but yesterday really made me feel valued as a customer. Thank you for all you do!“
“Casa di Francesca is making a comeback. My family of four enjoyed our dinner at this restaurant. The presentation of their food is top notch. Fresh, warm garlic bread with dipping sauce was a great way to start our meal. The server was extremely friendly.“
“This place is an old school Italian restaurant that has been family owned and operated since it opened in 1946. The building is quite a bit older than that though and served as a movie theater before it became a restaurant. Also, the 1980 James Caan film, Hide in Plain Sight, which took place and was filmed in Buffalo had some scenes filmed at this restaurant. Anyways this place is very simple. You walk in and there are several red and white checkered table clothed tables and an older looking bar that is fully stocked. They also have a good sized flat screen TV up on the wall above the bar that you can watch. From the bar you can see a very small and simple looking kitchen area where they home make all of the food.“
“AMAZING. I don't understand how this place does not have 5 stars! We went during restaurant week. They are not really open much at all, but it's a guarantee that they are open during restaurant week. They offer a 5 course meal for $20.17 (per person). The first course was the soup. It was a squash soup, but was delicious. It was not as sweet of a soup as I usually expect with squash soup. Very, very good. Second came our appetizers. I ordered the stuffed banana pepper. It was very spicy, but absolutely amazing. My boyfriend ordered the artichokes, which were also good. Third came our salads, which was one of the best salads. It was sooo light and fresh. The vegetables were definitely local or home grown. The salad dressing was basic, but delicious. After the salad we had a little bit of lemon sorbet. This was also good and really helped to clean out all the previous flavors we had endured. We were now ready for the main course! I ordered the marinated rosemary chicken. This was very good. The chicken was moist and flavorful. The risotto served with it was delicious, too. My boyfriend ordered the chicken cutlet. Again the chicken was amazing and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I really felt like we were fine dining here. It was soo difficult to even choose what to order. Everything on the menu sounded beyond amazing. I am blown away with how fresh and homemade our meal was. It was a 5 course meal and I never once felt overwhelmed by it. It was balanced sooo perfectly. Now that the food is out of the way, on to the service! These people are phenomenal. We were greeted at the door and treated as if we were family friends. The stories were flowing around here. The family running this place worked together gracefully. They made a huge effort to connect with each and every person, and you just don't find that anymore. They did it because they were having fun and wanted to, not for the reviews or because they felt obligated to. 100% authentic happiness. They were there to answer any questions and could explain the menu to you with extreme detail, since it was 100% homemade. I have no other words other than AMAZING. Get yourself to this place asap (especially during restaurant week!)“
“Went here for my birthday meal this year. I had the Steak Giacobbi and got the Muddled blackberry bourbon cocktail for a drink. The steak was cooked to the perfect temp and the meal came with a side of spaghetti as well. My partner had the Tortellini ala Giacobbi which she enjoyed. I liked the steak meal and really enjoyed the cocktail, so I would definitely return to try other things on their menu. In terms of the service experience, we ate outside as the weather was nice enough for it and we had a great server who was pretty attentive despite covering tables inside and out.“
“We had our office holiday party catered here for the second year in a row. The staff was all very friendly and accommodating. We had a bunch of different appetizers, which were all very good. The food overall was good. It's a cute little restaurant. Nice and cozy.“
“Wing night at Sonny Red's. Wood fire pizza's cup and char with onion and the Sloan Market. The wings Buffalo BBQ and Sonny's medium. Everything was delicious. The wings were cooked perfectly with just the right crispness. They also allow you to take home whatever wings you don't finish on wing night unlike some other places that won't. We highly recommend Sonny Red's. Great food and great staff!“
“Received gift cards for my birthday and I was so excited because I've always wanted to stop in amd I don't know why I waited so long this little gem was absolutely terrific ? I was so impressed with Thier prices and they do have the best chicken salvaki in town inside clean and nice people who work there keep up the good work!!!!“
“i bought a 2 litter docter pepper here and they let me share it with my dog vincent in the pizza lobby they even gave me a bowl to pour the docter pepper in for vincent ive never seen my dog so happyVegetarian options: they have 2 litters of docter pepper which is my favorite beverage because does not have any eggs, beef, milk, or mammals in its 23 flavours and I think that makes it veegan“
“I travel a lot for my work and have ate at countless restaurants, but Ottos is by far the best Itialian restaurant I have had the pleasure of dining at. The staff is incredibly friendly, the atmosphere is excellent and the food! They have some of the best, delicious food with hand made spices. I highly recommend either the baked spaghetti or the chicken parm! You will not be disappointed!“
“Great deal on Thursday nights, $4.50 25 oz. Beers!!I absolutely loved the Bada Bing steak sandwich! Comes on a seeded garlic bun with mozzarella cheese and a really yummy stuffed cheese pepper!(Under $20, with choice of side).I'm definitely going back soon!“
“I’ve been to this location for many years, which explains my 5-star review. The food is always excellent, and service is top notch. I must mention that Jordan is far the best server I’ve experienced, as she is pleasant, caring, and always ensures we are comfortable each time we go here. I’m surprised Jordan is not a manager!“
“My boyfriend and I are from Texas and never had New York style pizza. I found this on Google and saw the big slice and wanted it. 10/10 pizza, folded like it needed and I'm a crust girly and 100/10 I didn't know it could be that good!! 1000% “
“Such a Buffalo staple- all their dishes are solid, and none will leave you disappointed. Great wine selection and attentive, friendly service (Terry is the best!). Homemade pasta is to die for (love the pappardelle piemonte and rigatoni genovese); so are the artichokes. Always a great experience all “