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.
David Davidson
This is the best kept secret in the theater district! shhhhh!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna Montesano
Come here for Kevin’s Espresso Martini. Best Espresso Martini in Buffalo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Puff
I dont even want to review this place because i dont want anyone to know abput it. Well made dribks. Bartender axel looks like my almost step dad and mixes a killer drink. Improved whiskey cocktail is the Truth. Atmosphere is adorable, with a silent film theme and with a relaxed lounge feel. Rush here after a show or it will be packed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beth Graham
Beautiful bar, with kind and passionate service! The pizza is amazing. I highly recommend whiskey Wednesday, get there early because this place fills up!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
El Jaramillo
Wonderful service and delicious drinks! We also got a pizza and it was the perfect size snack for 2
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza of the Week
Leroy Heflin
Amazing.. great location great people, awesome vibes. Good for friends night out, or date. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ralph Valente
Great place. Just love it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
David Lundy
Great bar where theater folk and audiences mingle. I go here once a week. Service is so good, it seems like they know you.
Great owners, very sociable and kind! Customer service is top notch and their selection is amazing for beer and spirits. Try one of their specialized cocktails and their pizzas!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oliver Platt
Very cozy and swanky little place! And the drinks were fantastic! I'll have to come back to try the food but from what I heard from other patrons, it sounds just as good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelly Patton
Favorite bar in Buffalo. Always good vibes, lots of variety in cocktails and good food. Can't go wrong visiting here :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza of the Week
Maria Marbles
The absolute best espresso martini in Buffalo. Fight me
Super cool cozy spot. Nicest most amazing owners.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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.
This is the best kept secret in the theater district! shhhhh!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Come here for Kevin’s Espresso Martini. Best Espresso Martini in Buffalo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I dont even want to review this place because i dont want anyone to know abput it. Well made dribks. Bartender axel looks like my almost step dad and mixes a killer drink. Improved whiskey cocktail is the Truth. Atmosphere is adorable, with a silent film theme and with a relaxed lounge feel. Rush here after a show or it will be packed!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beautiful bar, with kind and passionate service! The pizza is amazing. I highly recommend whiskey Wednesday, get there early because this place fills up!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful service and delicious drinks! We also got a pizza and it was the perfect size snack for 2
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza of the Week
Amazing.. great location great people, awesome vibes. Good for friends night out, or date. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place. Just love it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Great bar where theater folk and audiences mingle. I go here once a week. Service is so good, it seems like they know you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza of the Week
Restaurantji Recommends
Great owners, very sociable and kind! Customer service is top notch and their selection is amazing for beer and spirits. Try one of their specialized cocktails and their pizzas!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very cozy and swanky little place! And the drinks were fantastic! I'll have to come back to try the food but from what I heard from other patrons, it sounds just as good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Favorite bar in Buffalo. Always good vibes, lots of variety in cocktails and good food. Can't go wrong visiting here :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza of the Week
The absolute best espresso martini in Buffalo. Fight me
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cheers to local theatre and its cast members!!!
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