“I am super picky about Italian food and my opinion rarely reflects what everyone else considers good. I don’t usually go out for Italian in the area often because of this. I happened to come for my significant other’s birthday and was pleasantly surprised.We ordered a bottle of wine, Spanish octopus, lasagna, braised short rib agnolotti and a cannoli. The octopus was amazing. We order it often when we see it on a menu elsewhere and we were kind of surprised it was offered here. The flavor/ spices were perfect and I haven’t seen a cook on octopus that well done in ages, anywhere. The short rib agnolotti was perfect. Delicious short rib flavor and mushrooms were blended for a delicious dish. There was almost like a gravy for sauce and I highly considered licking it off the plate. Now the lasagna, was a huge portion, which everyone here goes wild for, that is not my top criteria but to each their own. I was a little disappointed with it. It could have been cooked a little more to get the cheese bubbly and it wasn’t seasoned well. The red sauce was just ok. For a dish that probably sells out every night I would think they would have this down pat. The cannoli was amazing. Super crispy shell and delicious filling.The ambiance is what I’d call mom and pop chic in this local gem. They are known for home made pasta and serve a lot of American Italian traditional dishes along with some twists on the classics. Service was great and they are open Mondays which is a huge plus for this area.“
“We had drinks at the bar that were unique and tasty! I loved the refreshing limoncella drink that was made from prosecco and fresh lemon We had a party of six so there were many dishes ordered. All of them were delicious and housemade... the serving sizes were not overly generous for the price, but they were very flavorful and well presented. Our server was not overly attentive to our table... we rarely saw her... We ordered the calamari appetizer plate... it was lightly breaded and served with a light sweet sauce. Very good... the bread that was served to the table was excellent... the foccacia had a crisp outer crust and chewy interior... it was beautiful! We did have to pay for the bread... they don't give bread to each table, had to be ordered. A ravioli dish was ordered and was excellent... it did need some extra parmesan cheese to make it perfect... The shortrib rigatoni bolonese was served in a pasta bowl and had meaty flavor with a very nice sauce. It also needed a shredding of parmesan as did all the pasta dishes... we had to flag someone down to get this... The halibut was thick and flaky, served on a bed of cous cous and was fresh and cooked perfectly... The lamb chops were served with a green pesto sauce and came on a bed of cous cous as well with some raisins and carrots mixed in. Very tender and cooked perfectly to medium... Another table mate ordered the spaghetti and thought it was very good, generous portion and was completely satisfied The desserts we ordered were the house made doughnut holes with the dipping sauces, Creme Brule, and a cannoli... the cannoli was the winner of the desserts with a crisp shell, generous filling that was neither too sweet nor soggy... there were slivered almonds on one end and chocolate curls on the other with additional dollops of cannoli filling on the plate Yum,yum!!! This is a very good special occasion restaurant!“
“Had an amazing experience here with 4 of us and a toddler. Service was great, food was out of this world, and the atmosphere was cozy. Can't wait to come back! Had the best French onion soup I've ever had and an Alfredo pasta that I've been dreaming about.“
“Arrived on time for my Reservation for my wife’s birthday and it turns out Resy app booked one in PA? Hostess was very accommodating and got us a table. Food was Amazing and fresh and the ,service was outstanding.Been awhile since we have dined here but we will definitely put this in our dinner rotation.“
“My husband and I love it here. Need to give a shoutout to an employee of yours…he was one of the bus boys working last night when we came in for dinner. I believe our waiter said his name was Elliott..? He did a phenomenal job!! The whole time we were there he was very attentive, hustling and busting his butt with every single table!!! And so polite. You don’t see all of that very often with the younger crowd.“
Steak House • $$$
“Amazing service and amazing food. Although it took more than expected for our food to come out, it was all worth the wait. It was more than we had hoped for. Our server Jason was very attentive and accommodating. If you are ever around this area definitely give them a try.“
Italian • $$
“Awesome food great employees and very friendly owner. Great service no waiting amazing atmosphere.Parking: Plenty of free parking close to restaurant.Wheelchair accessibility: Ramps for wheelchairs and plenty of room to maneuver in the restaurant.“
“This place is a diamond in the rough! Amazing food, amazing cocktails, amazing bartenders- super fun atmosphere- loungey cocktail vibes, great vibe all around! Their patio is beautiful in the summer too. Nick is an amazing bartender who will take great care of you and the owners are the nicest people ever. Love supporting this place!“
“I was pleasantly surprised when I went in to order breakfast,Everything I’ve gotten from there has been delicious, fresh , made to orderThe woman that works the register has the most amazing accent and attitude I’ve ever been around . She kind and welcoming and I love her voice so much I want to mimic her ;) instant smiles Will absolutely return ..“
“Bella Ciao (lower level of Embassy Suites - Downtown Buffalo Highly recommend! Excellent service (Isabella our waitress- her first time on her own after training- was excellent!) Food was very good! Homemade pasta- all very good! Management made sure they stopped at every table to check in! Great place!“
“I ordered delivery yesterday. I paid over the phone as I want going to be home.... my babysitter was watching my kids and I didn't want her to be bothered with paying. We are slightly out of the way, but the manager Jay personally delivered my order and made sure my babysitter got it abs was set. I really appreciated him making sure my order was delivered!! And the kids love the food!!“
“We visited Blue Cave Restaurant for the first time! Everything was amazing. Their craft cocktails were delicious. Food presentation was beautiful and the taste was superb. Our serve was attentive but not overbearing. They have menu items labeled for gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian. Highly recommend.“
“Such a lovely experience. Great food. My husband had the chicken Parmesan and he loved it said best chix parm he ever had. I had a seafood special and it was cooked to perfection. The bread was amazing. Dessert was mini donuts and were perfect and so much flavor. My martini was perfect and they even made me blue cheese stuffed olives!! I note that the owner made everyone feel very special by interacting with every table and service was excellent and attentive. Thank you Lauren.For a Friday night, where sometimes it’s so busy to go to a restaurant, you almost expect to get a lower level of service .… we received a higher level of service than I get at most establishments. Thank you for such a lovely and tasty evening.“
“We are in Buffalo for a kids hockey tournament and wanted to order dinner to our hotel. The staff at Airport Pizza were so friendly and accommodating over the phone. When the delivery service (door dash) they use wouldn’t authorize our Canadian credit card they had a staff member who was there to cook and be in the restaurant-deliver all of our pizzas. The order was made quickly and every single pizza (we ordered 7) was absolutely delicious!!! The pizza sizes were very generous and they were LOADED with toppings. We had a few parents say it was the best pizza they’ve ever had. I would 100% recommend anyone to eat here and will most definitely be a repeat customer the next time we are in Buffalo.“
“We started w class corals at the beautiful lounge area, very accommodating and friendly, plus the cocktail menu had so many delicious options. Had dinner shortly after, and it was amazing! The lasagna is a happy to-die-for dish, for which I ordered, but don’t miss out on all Sinatra’s has to offer because everything is worth it. Very reasonably priced, service is impeccable and it’s just one of the best places for true Italian food in Buffalo. Highly recommend.“
““I recently had my fantastic Wedding at J's White Elephant – the food was delicious and the hall was beautifully decorated . Karen is such a pleasure to work with ,her food is phenomenal and all of her staff are so helpful. The service was excellent. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great hall rental experience. ”“
“We purchased a caprese platter and 4 subs to contribute to a recent office party. Zio's--and specifically Ben--were easy to work with and our order was ready and beautifully presented at the appointed hour. In addition, the food was outstanding and the platter was massive for its price!“
“Food is always good and atmosphere is great. Our server was a very sweet old lady and she took great care of us.This last time I was at Chef's I attended an event that was incredible. It was called "A Taste of Italy" and the location they featured was Sicily. The meal consisted of a four-course food and wine pairing. The first coast was an Arancini balled that was the size of a softball and stuffed with rice, ground beef, and peas, and sat in their red sauce. This was accompanied by a white Grillo wine. It was so good, and more than enough for one person. The second course was bucatini pasta with a red sardine sauce. This course was paired with a Merlot. The sardines were not overpowering and it was so good. I ended up having to take half home because I was already getting full. The third course was grilled swordfish with olives, capers, fresh lemon, and olive oil, with a side of fingerling potatoes. This course was paired with a Biano wine. Incredible, and even though I hate olives, the taste of them on the fish with the rest of the items was perfect. I also took half of the fish home. The last course was a cannoli, and I normally don't care for them, but these were perfect and very delicious. They also included warm homemade bread and coffee at the end. I can't wait for the next event in September, and highly recommend these events if you are a foody like me!“
“All of our food was delicious. my seafood fra di avlo was super good & I had the eggplant stack appetizer it came on a salad with capers & olives with fresh mozzarella & the dressing was excellent. My Wife's food was also delicious. we can't wait to go back to try the rest of the menu!!“
“My husband and I do Wednesday night date night here once a month. Tonight we had our family holiday dinner and everything was perfection (as usual!). Excellent food generous servings attentive service and all at a reasonable price in a comfortable atmosphere. Thanks Tony and your Chef for a great meal. Special thanks to our server Sandy!“
“Honestly some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had. My fiancé and I just found this restaurant by luck and it made our whole trip! Our server Nicole was incredible and I know our experience wouldn’t have been the same without her. Highly recommend and I know we will be back soon! ☺️“
“Amazing dishes, we had about 8 different plates to share , my favourite was either the sea bass or venison, as well as the lobster ravioli. This was hands down best Italian I've had in some time. Also I can not compliment the wait staff enough, they were very present and made sure we had a great dining experience. Amazing staff here. 10/10 for me“
“Tried this Pizzeria for the first time tonight, will definitely be back! Got a Large Cheese and Pepperoni, 10 Fingers with Fries, Single order (12) Garlic Parm Wings, order of Pizza Logs. Everything was very good! Staff were very polite and got people in and out. The 2 ladies in front of me were referred to by name so I assume they are “regulars”. I pay attention to things like that, repeat customers are a sign of good food and value (at least to me). Prices were VERY REASONABLE!! Would have paid considerably more at most places. I have gotten pizza from probably 20-30 different places in Western New York. Don’t mind going “out of my way” for good food at a good price and this place was worth my trip!“
“Table of five with my sister from out of town. The service from all of the staff is always excellent. Our server Mallory was very attentive. JJ and Sean behind the bar are always professional mixologist. Heather makes it all gel. Very enjoyable evening as usual here !!  spring time is here soon and the outdoor patios will be open “
“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)“
“Used Bravo Cafe and Catering for my daughters birthday party. Tired of same old pizza and wings! Trays of hot delicious food were ready for the little ones to eat! Great service, delicious food, great price! Would recommend to all for your friends and family events! “
“The food was delicious and worth all the hype, and price. Unfortunately the service did not match up though. The hostess was beyond rude and short with us from the moment we walked in. Our server was also not very friendly and seemed bothered.“
“Yesterday my Gigi and I found this place. We were in town for a dance competition at sheas and didn’t know the restaurants around. We started walking and by the grace of god found this amazing place! First of all the atmosphere is amazing. The staff was friendly. Our server (I wish I had gotten her name) was probably the best server I have ever had. then came the food. Oh my god! The ricotta gnocchi is literally bites of heavenly clouds in your mouth. Moral of story probably one of the best meals I’ve ever had (and I’m picky) this place will now be my favorite restaurant. I will happily travel from Fredonia to come here!“
“I will say food is good but not worth the price for most of the food items I do understand it's more of a classy place but not when you can go somewhere to get the same thing for cheaper and I say this because I have been cooking my whole life and I have worked in the food industry my whole life“
“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 “
“Placed my first order tonight at Mustachio’s. My grilled chicken sub was absolutely DELICIOUS!! You can tell they use high quality chicken and it was cooked perfection. Perfect amount of lettuce and oil on a toasted, fresh sub roll. I’ve stopped going to other places because the quality of their chicken declined so Mustachios is now my go to pizzeria. Slice of pizza was also A++.“
“Hands down one of the best Italian restaurants in Buffalo. All of the locations are amazing, go above and beyond. Food is always delicious and cooked perfectly. My go to for lunch at work (the salad….are you serious SO YUMMY!) and the dinner. Just do yourself a favor and eat here. I never go out of my way to leave reviews, but I had to for them, I cannot say enough good things!“
“Warm ambience. Great service. Delicious food. The bread came out hot and crusty. The polenta especially was excellent, closest I’ve had to my Nonna’s. Everyone enjoyed their dishes. All the food was perfectly seasoned and felt good in my mouth (not exactly sure what I mean by this but the way I’d describe it). We were so comfortable we sat and chatted way past dessert. Eat at Inizio!!“
“Bellini's is a tiny restaurant located in a perfect location for events at Kleinhans. The service is outstanding and the food is delicious. There is a very limited menu but the selections are very appealing. Reservations are a must!“
“What a great experience. Needed cannollis and lobster tails to go for a long ride back to Maryland. The filled the cannolis as we waited. She packed them and wrapped them for travel in a cooler at her suggestion. She cared enough to ensure they stayed fresh for when we got back home. You don't find that much anymore. The deserts were incredibly tasty and properly dry thanks to the attentiveness of their staff. You can't go wrong by eating here or getting it to go. Thank you to the wonderful staff that we were lucky to meet.“
“The food here is always good, I've never gotten a bad meal here all though this portions are big and I typically get the fettuccine Alfredo and I can get two more meals off of my leftovers. The staff is always nice and the restaurant its self isn't bad.“
“Great food (I won't shut up about their pizza), great service (everyone is so nice and just want you to eat well)! The prices are so friendly to one's wallet, especially when factoring in how GOOD the food is! Each bite of the various food I'd gotten here had me thinking "This would be $x more somewhere else." Highly recommended. Definitely taking my little family here next time we're in Buffalo!“
“I used to live near there and ate there regularly. Moved away 10 years ago, but was back in the area and had to stop in. The food is as good as it always was. Hubby had to have the fried chicken, his favorite! The food was good, the service friendly and attentive...we'll have to go back again!“
“Highly recommend Tappo restaurant. Very creative menu choices. Food is fresh with beautiful presentation and amazing taste. Service is fast and friendly and the atmosphere is fun and lively. By far our favorite restaurant! Always our number 1 choice.“
“Food was good and reasonably price. The service was excellent. If I had to criticize anything, the calamari was just a touch over cooked. Monstrous portion of it though it it had excellent flavor. Arancini were large and very good. I had the chicken marsala and it was cooked perfectly. Sauce was very flavorful with a ton of mushrooms. Pleased with the experience. I would go back.“
“We had a fantastic experience at Mangia tonight!!!! Our server Wilyana (sp?) was probably the best server I have ever had. All of our appetizers and entrees were flavorful and very generous portion size. 2 glasses of wine, salad, appetizer, pizza and three entrées, and dessert were only $140. We can’t wait to go back!!!“
“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 !!“
“Celebrated my mom and dad's 50th wedding anniversary here. Jason and his crew were amazing before the event and during. Answered all of my questions ahead of time and made me feel comfortable before our party. Everything was perfect for this special day and we couldn't have been happier as the staffwas so pleasant, friendly, on top of everything, etc.; food was fabulous! Thank you for allowing us to use your facility! We will be back! The roast beef was amazing!!!! So flavorful!Kid-friendliness: My 8 year old son loved the foodWheelchair accessibility: Walked right in, no stairs!“
“I had a bad experience my 1st visit. I contacted the owner who responded immediately. He replaced our whole order. I found it to be DELICIOUS. Not many owners would do that, he stands behind his product 100%. I will definitely be returning and recommend his restaurant“
“Dinner at DiTondo was absolutely fabulous! Fresh, local ingredients elevate the dishes to a level that make your taste buds long for more! Whatever you choose, you will not be disappointed. Service was stellar & the atmosphere enhanced the entire experience.“
“Clean pleasant interior. Welcomed by staff. Attentive service. Chicken rice soup was excellent. Burger was juicy with a soft roll. Salad was fresh, the honey garlic chicken just right and the balsamic vinegar dressing was outstanding. Will definitely return!“
“Nice deals on Tuesdays - $15 Filet Mignon or $25 Surf and Turf are just a few of the many specials. $12 Bloody Mary and $6.00 bottled Blue light are the everyday price, making this night a great find!Wheelchair accessibility: There is wheelchair access throughout.“
“Absolutely delicious! Best service I've had in awhile. Food was fantastic! Couldn't even finish my meal because of all the appetizers, salad and soup! This restaurant does not disappoint. This was my first time here and I have lived in Buffalo and drove past all my life. Don't drive by. GO IN! ❤️“
“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“
“Rough service and really bad food. Waited over an hour and a half for a pizza 10 wings .. wasn’t even that busy. The entire kitchen staff looked like that molasses in their blood. No sense of urgency !! I have to say they need to change their hiring techniques.“