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“From the moment we walked in we knew this was going to be the place to be. From the beautiful bar and the super friendly and funny host, to our server Nicole B. and the perfect menu options- everything was amazing. Definitely recommend the Bone In Ribeye with ALL the extras! So worth the price! Cooks and kitchen staff absolutely know what they are good at and we loved it!“
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“Hoak’s Lakeshore is one of those places that instantly feels like a Buffalo experience, not just a meal. The wings? Insanely good—crispy, saucy, perfectly cooked, and honestly way better than the wings from the so-called “claimed original.” If you’re coming to Western NY and want to know what real Buffalo wings taste like, this is the stop.
What really seals it, though, is the vibe. Hoak’s is fantastic for tourists because it’s right on the water, open year-round, and always buzzing with energy. The staff is genuinely wonderful—friendly, fast, and clearly proud of the place—and the locals are half the entertainment.
Expect great conversations, plenty of laughs, and that classic Buffalo/Southtowns charm you can’t fake. Come hungry, stay longer than you planned, and don’t skip the wings.
P.S. Parking is super easy—a free, large attached lot. Right off the main road.“
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“Like a light at the end of a dark tunnel, Rodney’s came to the rescue! We initially went for lunch at a very new, trendy new spot on Lakeshore Road. After a 20 minute wait, we were seated. The place was so loud! No band. No loud music. Just loud everything else. People talking, dishes clanking and who knows what else, it was so loud. There’s no way you could carry on a conversation without shouting. So we left right away. Next we tried a popular seafood restaurant nearby and were treated like second-class citizens just by inquiring how long the wait was. Out of there. Rodney’s was almost across the street so we went there. Best idea ever! Our hostess was friendly. Our server was a hoot. Funny, helpful and got everything exactly right. The food was excellent too. A cozy, clean spot right by the lake. I recommend Rodney’s highly.“
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“Always amazing service by the staff. Went in today with my 1 year old and was extremely happy with the cleanliness and thoughtfulness of the high chairs / restaurant. Having high chairs with a placemat attached may not seem like that big of a deal but it makes such a difference, along with them being immaculately clean. Food was perfect, as usual.“
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“Perch dinner was cooked to perfection. Large perch were delicious and it took me 2 days to eat 2 of the perch. I definitely will order them again!“
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“Lunch twice a week and never had a bad dish. Best damn steak sandwich is a must!!! Oh, by the way Kim is the best...hands down.“
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“Visited for the first time with my mom on 1/31/26. Friendly, hard working host sat us within 10 minutes. We ordered a drink at the bar and chatted with the bartender, he was fluent in the menu and preparations. Our server was equally informative, she was very busy, only wished we had a bit more attention but, it was a busy Saturday. We ordered the Meatloaf Tower and the Shrimp and Scallop dinners. Both were very good, served with warm bread, salad and side. Meatloaf was a bit dense but good, Shrimp and Scallops were cooked to perfection in a garlicky butter and the vegetables with that dish were outstanding.“
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“Fantastic find. Closer than I expected from my house which was great. Food was delicious, service and ambiance were fantastic. Groupon deal was well worth the price. Francesca was our waitress and was very pleasant. I'll eat here again just to try other things on the menu. The artichoke dip was the creamiest I've ever had. Absolutely delicious. Quality ingredients. Lasagna was HUGE!!“
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“Great fish fry with plenty of fish fries to go around and enjoy“
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“My wife and I had one of the best dining experiences ever last night. We’ve been to Lucia’s previously and if you’re not aware, it’s best to make reservations well in advance when you want to go. Anticipating our 32nd wedding anniversary, we tried to make reservations weeks in advance but nothing was available on Open Table however the stars aligned yesterday afternoon! Thankfully, we selected the notify me option and a spot opened last night!! When we checked in, we were warmly greeted by Jill with Happy Anniversary”! We arrived early to enjoy a cocktail at the outside bar. My wife had a lemon martini followed by a French 75. I had an Eagle Rare Old Fashioned. All perfectly crafted by highly attentive bar tenders. When we went to our table, not only did the person who seated us but the busser & server all acknowledged it was our anniversary! For dinner, we had crab risotto and lobster ravioli, both topped with an 8 oz perfectly grilled filet. An abundance of crab and lobster meat on both dishes. Thomas, our server, was extremely articulate, highly knowledgeable of each dish, their preparation and made excellent suggestions. He made the evening a delight! Lastly, we had creme brûlée for dessert! I can’t say enough, Lucia’s is a first class dining experience, top to bottom!! Kudos to the entire staff!!“