50 Best Bars near Fort Erie

“A quaint little place on the river… great vibe, delicious food and Lauren was a blast to have as a server… she really made it a great experience!“

“The evening was exceptional, and I commend Shelly and the entire staff, especially the little girl Emma, for their outstanding service and for creating such a positive atmosphere tonight. I highly recommend this establishment for its excellent food and the remarkably friendly and accommodating staff and management.“

“Went there for Father’s Day turned away at door at about 3.30 pm. They said some staff did not show up would not get food for about an hour. There was hardly any people in it. They told us to go to another restaurant down the street. The barrel. Coming back there were a lot of cars in front of chucks. Will not be going back there. Never heard of a restaurant sending you to another restaurant. Came all the way from Hamilton for our son to take us there.“

“Went there for st. Patrick’s day. Couldn’t be more pleased. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. Service was fast and friendly and the food was out of this world. I think I’d sell my soul for more sticky toffee pudding. If you want an idea of their service I watched a man straight up slap a glass of beer out of the waitresses hands (he was a hand talker and it was an accident) and into the wall. She was super kind about it and someone (a manger or owner) came over and immediately changed out everything and cleaned everything up while the server got a new beer. Everyone was kind and quick about it and had I not happened to catch it out of the corner of my eye. they were so discrete Idt I would have. As a table we tried the Sheppards fries, the corned beef and cabbage, corned beef sandwich and sticky toffee pudding and all were incredible. Definitely will be back!“

“We sat at the bar and Brian was our top notch bartender. Great beer and wings and whatever you do don’t ask I him for a bloody Maria he only makes those for girls from Texas 🤣 but hey it was great!! Thank you Brian, if we are ever back in Buffalo we’ll come see you again! #marshalltexascomestobuffalo“

“Went for a Sunday brunch and got the Huevos Rancheros and was pleasantly surprised by how good and delicious it was. I also had the Gypsy Juice as my beverage, along with some Pastelitos (beef) shared for the table. Those were just OK to me and I've had better elsewhere. My party and I sat outside for a nice day out on the patio and some people watching, and despite being the only ones out there while we were dining, we still had great service from our server.“

“After constantly being jealous of the line up at this place I made it back home to buffalo to catch one of my favorite performers ever. Ryan Montbleau in this room felt like home. Super friendly bartenders. A couple small seating areas for those who don't want to stand all night after 40 hours on their feet. Great sound system and from what I've heard they are planning upgrades.“

“My favorite bar in Buffalo. The vibes are immaculate, great drinks, and the food is insanely good. I cannot say enough good things about them.“

“Awesome staff. Great atmosphere“

“My husband and I went in with my brother and sister in law for a double date. It was my first time there and didn’t know what to expect. It was very fun atmosphere and the drinks were good. I really enjoyed the customer service from the bartenders. They talked to us and explained some of the drinks that I never heard of. It was great to have a convo rather than being ignored. My husband I will be going back and excited to try a different drink“

“So delicious!!! We enjoyed every single thing we ordered. Highly recommended!“

“Food was great. Bartender was attentive to service But DO NOT pay with a debit card if you value your money Their credit card system double charges at times holding your money until the false charge falls off. We are still waiting for some of our money to be released due to a second false charge“

“I was here for a cousin’s wedding in Buffalo when we arrive to the tavern, the place was so incredibly busy. I couldn’t even think we would get food me and my family We sat down at a table and we got some service and everything was absolutely phenomenal. when I found out that the girl was making all the food, running it herself and taking the orders herself I was blown away She deserves a great modicum of respect and she deserves to be appreciated today“

“Perfect for late night tapas and wine with the girls. Friendly bartenders. Delicious olive oil cake!“

“Definitely a place to go watch the Bills on a Monday night! We stopped in for a beer and had some of the best nachos ever! TJ the owner made his rounds to see how things were and was a pleasure to meet! Jenn the bartender was fun to chat with while we sat at the bar. We’ll be back when we’re in the area!“

“Okay, my fiancé and I go a lot to the hamburg location never ever have a issue… unfortunately today on a Monday night we both got caught up in work late in the night so we went to the location downtown to grab food togo. When arriving home (a 25 minute drive) and opened bag there was No sauce and 6 sides of pickles that wasn’t asked for instead…. Called back right away and asked for a manger (emily), Emily was not only upset and frustrated with us because we are HUGE sauce people but also wanting to fix the issue right away.. we paid cash and opted for a e-gift card, Emily Right away emailed us $50 for our next visit. My fiancé and I had really hard day today and she made a bad day turn to a good ending,“

“Nice tribute to celebrating Jordan and Michael’s life’s 💙💙. Thank you I am Jordan’s cousin . The amazing love and support from the community.“

“Sneakers is ready for Buffalo Football!. Great Food, Great Staff, Great Owner. Family owned since the 1980’s. Deep in the heart of Blasdell.“

“Great location to enjoy a few pints and some comfort foods before a Sabres game. Easy walking distance to/from the Metro-line.“

“Don’t miss the Friday night fish fry.“

“Just moved in down the street. Great bartender, great atmosphere. Bills whooped the Rams, very friendly and open all around“

“Great atmosphere, friendly staff — definitely a place you want to grab a drink and hang out at!“

“hands down the best fish fry in WNY and a great price.“

“Jason and Julie have created an atmosphere that has become widely accepted by appreciants of fine cocktails everywhere.“

“cod fish beer battered. a step above the pollock every other place calls haddock. cod is a large flaky white fish with tons of omega 3 fatty acids. and they have mixed drinks and beer on tap. hidden gem in the NorthTowns“

“I’m so glad I stumbled upon Duende during a quick trip to Buffalo. Tucked away in an industrial stretch where you’d never expect to find such a lively bar scene, it turned out to be a real gem. Gabriel, the bartender, was incredibly warm and attentive, and the mix of locals and live musicians gave the place a cozy, lived‑in charm. The food was genuinely good, too. A wonderful surprise all around.“

“I love this place! It can become a little crowded sometimes but I definitely think it’s worth it for the atmosphere. The staff are super friendly and it’s always very clean! I live in the area and it’s nice to not have to travel far for a good tap. The only thing I really think they need to improve is the parking lot. There are about four parking spaces and on a busy night there is no street parking.“

“Pasta was overcooked. Sauce was sour. Had to ask for grated cheese twice before we got it. Same with water. The restaurant and bar were very busy but no excuse for the disorganization we experienced. Probably won't go back as Buffalo has many Italian restaurants with better food, atmosphere and prices. We went at the high recommendation of friends and were very disappointed.“

“just awesome!! can not say anything else but awesome“

“Friendly bartenders and patrons. Lots of tvs to watch sports on. Go Bills!“

“Always fresh, quality ingredients prepared by a Chef with 30+ years cooking in Buffalo, craft wings and best Beef on Weck and Friday Fish Fry in the 716..awesome specials, check out Google reviews!“

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

“My kind of bar love the atmosphere, nice bartenders, stop in every time I’m in town“

“I love the owners, music, and food. This place is a vibe- best servers.❤️“

“Gina and the Chow team were quick to accommodate a surprising engagement party for my dear friend from college after a Bills Sunday home game no less! From the moment we walked in the Bartender was very friendly. She helped us with a small set up snafu when we forgot to bring tape and scissors. She also was very attentive and even let us put on her own playlist for the surprise vibes! As per usual, the cocktails were amazing and we got to see some of the first Christmas decorations being set up, which is a staple at the holiday season! What 100% host there again and definitely plan to!! Thank you to Gina and the entire staff!“

“The lady bartender said that the reason why it has a dancing tomato on the business sign is because the owner who started the business was nicknamed “Tomato” because he had red hair and freckles and a round face and resembled a Tomato. Very chill atmosphere, very casual and laid back“

“The Cobblestone is the best place to hit before or after an event at Keybank Center. The pizza and wings are to die for!! Staff is super friendly and attentive!! If you haven't been, you don't know what you are missing!“

“Made our way up from PA, had a great time meeting everyone and jamming it out; f'n fantastic Tacos! 🫴💣💥❌🤘“

“This bar was started by my Great Grandfather, his picture may still be hanging in the back. I’ve been there twice in the past decade and was for/after the death of my Grandfather Kenneth Hartel Sr, and Kenneth Hartel Jr his son whom died only months later. I came in and was like a family I’ve never met. They took care of my family and I. I hope to take my daughter up there soon.“

“It's a quintessential dive bar. Not a big selection of hard liquor or beers but the essentials are there. The food menu wasn't too big either. Sadly they are a CASH ONLY place but the bartenders are great and on the ball with everything.“

“The team here operates like clockwork… smooth, precise, and on point. Every drink is more than just a sip, it’s a full sensory experience. From the stunning presentation to the captivating aromas and a playlist that nails the vibe, this place sets the bar high.“

“the bands they have are amazing!!! very friendly staff and a great place to let loose.“

“Sportsmen’s is Buffalo’s friendliest Music venue and it is about to get way BIGGER. Larger concerts! More people! More Love! Dwane Hall is building an outdoor park behind his present club for summer concerts. Get your lawn chairs ready. See you there August 4, 2019. A day to remember. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great vegan options- lovely spot.“

“John is such an amazing guy! Stopped in last night and had drinks with friends and people who quickly became friends. Very cool atmosphere.“

“good food and good people“

“There was live music the Saturday afternoon we went. It was lovely & we had the chance to talk to the performers after their set. Both they and the staff were very nice. It was a gorgeous day, so we took advantage of their outdoor seating.“