Western New York
Ignore the strip-mall adjacent location: Revelry has some of the best southern food you're likely to find in New York state. It specializes in the cuisine…
Western New York
Ignore the strip-mall adjacent location: Revelry has some of the best southern food you're likely to find in New York state. It specializes in the cuisine…
Buffalo
Black Sheep likes to describe its style of western New York farm-to-table cuisine as 'global nomad,' which means you might find exciting, unique takes on…
Buffalo
Since 1934 this atmospheric restaurant and bar has been dishing up local favorites such as beef on weck (roast beef on a caraway-seed roll) – try it with…
Buffalo
On a quiet Allentown corner, bohemian Betty's does flavorful, fresh interpretations of American comfort food such as meatloaf. Brunch is deservedly…
Buffalo
Las Puertas ('The Doors') serves up modern Mexican plates in a colorful, minimalist restaurant. The selection of mains is limited, but there are plenty of…
Five Points Bakery & Toast Cafe
Buffalo
Local artisan breads are served with toppings from typical (peanut butter and apple) to tastebud-tripping (sauerkraut and raclette) at this light-strewn…
Buffalo
Dozens of food trucks from Buffalo and across western New York gather at the former soap factory turned common space for a fun and highly popular evening…
Buffalo
One of the best places to try Buffalo's famous chicken wings, this dive-y spot in the First Ward has been slinging specialties like Beef on Weck to hungry…
Western New York
Despite the name and giant teacup outside, this bistro keeps the cutesy decor to a minimum (although kids will still get a kick out of it). The menu is…
Western New York
Lento has a sterling reputation as one of Rochester's best restaurants for good reason: its farm-to-table dishes are exceptionally yummy and come in…
Buffalo
You won't regret making a pilgrimage to this historic sweet shop, with original retro decor as beautiful as the confections it purveys. There's also a…
Western New York
While it doesn't seem like much on paper (or judging from the building's grim location), this lively pub has a menu full of adventurous dishes with enough…
Buffalo
Modeled after Chelsea Market in NYC, this modern food hall attached to the classy Market Arcade in the Theater District is super popular with locals. Take…
Third Street Retreat Eatery & Pub
Western New York
The walls are decorated with old LP covers at this popular local spot serving all-day breakfasts and other comforting pub-grub dishes. There's a good…
Buffalo
Bread Hive is both a funky cafe with delicious sandwiches named after female pop stars and a worker-owned baker cooperative. All of the bread is made on…
Western New York
Almost every ingredient at Owl House, down to the salad dressing, has both a vegan and non-vegan option, making the already solid menu of nu-pub food even…
Western New York
A cut above the Indian joints immediately adjacent to the falls. There are à la carte items available when it's not too crowded, but the buffet is fresh…
Western New York
Roux has a lovely menu of French classics and a charming bistro atmosphere that makes it a great choice for a leisurely lunch or an evening of wine and…
Buffalo
The story goes that Buffalo wings (deep-fried chicken wings in a spicy sauce) were invented here in 1964, although the restaurant has since changed…
Buffalo
Hip and always packed, this Allentown restaurant with a backyard patio serves up tacos, burritos and quesadillas. Some come with a twist such as the…
Western New York
Founder's Cafe is a popular grab-and-go spot for sandwiches, salads, and wraps. Fresh ingredients and solid coffee make it better than your typical…
Buffalo
Buffalo's oldest bar has been partially modernized and now draws a slightly younger clientele. Traditional German schnitzel is on the menu alongside…
Western New York
Find excellent NYC-style pizza and other bar food at this long-established place a 5-mile drive east of the falls.