23 Best Cocktail Bars in Buffalo

The Little Club Wine Bar • $$$
1197 Hertel Ave, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Basque Cheesecake Panna Cotta Chocolate Pudding
Desserts Chocolate Pudding and Blackout Cake
Cabernet Sauvignon
Octopus Terrine
Poached Halibut
Bread Pudding
Pork Dish
Olives

“We started our tasty journey with the Olives, featuring the Castelvetrano and Cuquillo varieties. They have just a hint of orange that makes a boring bowl of olives a standout taste experience.The Potato Latkes were up next, served with tobiko taramasalata and tarragon. The combination is absolutely incredible, striking a perfect balance between texture and flavor...perfection.For our entrees, our group had the Ravioli Dauphine and the Lamb Meatball Bomber. The ravioli, filled with tender lamb shank and drizzled with beurre blanc, accompanied by scorzonera and crispy kale, is fantastic. The Lamb Meatball Bomber is delicious with its kale, sumac onions, and garlic yogurt.However, the star of the show was undoubtedly the Braised Chicken Leg, paired with black futsu squash, lentils, sage, and endive. It's no exaggeration when I say this is the best meal I have ever had in my entire life. The depth of flavor, the perfect cook on the chicken, and the harmony of the accompaniments is simply unparalleled.We had the Vanilla Panna Cotta with lemon, honey, and toffee for dessert. I have no words that adequately capture its sheer perfection.The Little Club delivered an exceptional dining experience. If I could give them six stars, I would. Every dish was a testament to the chef's mastery over their craft. I cannot recommend The Little Club highly enough; it is an absolute must-visit for anyone who appreciates fine dining at its best.“

4.8 Superb58 Reviews
Aroma on Bryant Italian • $$
307 Bryant St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Papardelle Bolognese
Spaghetti Carbonara
Quattro Formaggi
Margherita Pizza
Beet and Burrata
Calamari Fritto
Calabrese Pizza
Bread Basket
Caesar Salad
Penne Aroma

“Such a Buffalo staple- all their dishes are solid, and none will leave you disappointed. Great wine selection and attentive, friendly service (Terry is the best!). Homemade pasta is to die for (love the pappardelle piemonte and rigatoni genovese); so are the artichokes. Always a great experience all “

4.6 Superb75 Reviews
Mint Mojito Bar Cocktail Bar • $
1225 Niagara St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Chipotle Cheese Fries
Chickpea Empanadas
Pork Empanadas
Black Bean Dip
Beef Empandas

“Stopped in for a quick drink after visiting another bar in the area and glad I was able to finally get by here. It’s not a very large place inside, but it was definitely cozy and I was able to get a spot right at the bar. Each day they had a different daily drink special, and their menu consist primarily of empanadas. I tried the beef ones ($10 for two) which were delicious! Definitely looking forward to going back to try more things off the menu, including their many Mojito options.“

4.8 Superb65 Reviews
Black Iron Bystro American
3067 Delaware Ave, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Seasonal Mocktail
Hummus with Fava
Scallops

“Simply put, we love this place. The food and drinks are consistently high quality. The atmosphere is quiet, minimal, and relaxed.The chef is excellent. He curates interesting rotating menus with adventurous flavors, textures, and platings. He accommodates dietary restrictions very thoughtfully, without lazy substitutions.The space is well-kept, and the team is great, very diligent, and knowledgeable.The bartenders are the best in Kenmore, hands down. If you have the pleasure of participating in the prix fixe, you'll likely experience a well-thought out pairing.Prix fixe isn't the only option. You can pop in for a quick drink and snack at the bar if there is room.Vegetarian options: You can get a prix fixe vegetarian meal.Dietary restrictions: The chef can accommodate dietary restrictions thoughtfully.“

4.9 Superb44 Reviews
Graylynn Cocktail Bar • $$
537 Main St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Rum Butter Escargot
Fish & Frites
Avocado Toast
Duck Breast
Kofta Burger
Scotch Eggs
Chana Masala
Tiramisu
Oysters
Pastie

“What a great accident this ended up being! Not only did we spend 1 1/2 hours with our dining experience, we progressed to the bar to enjoy a few more drinks. Molly, Kate, and Casey were very accommodating. The food and how it was all prepared...omg... genius with the ingredients. Every attention to detail! I mean, when the whipped cream on the creme brule is infused with lemon, grapefruit, and vermouth... who does that? This place is special on our list!“

4.6 Superb96 Reviews
Lucky Day Whiskey Bar Whiskey Bar • $$
320 Pearl St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Fried Whiskey Pickles with House Made Ranch
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Bourbon Roasted Chicken
Fried Brussel Sprouts
Romaine Wedge Salad
Lobster Linguine
Brussels Sprouts
Brisket Ravioli
Beer Cheese Soup
Brisket Sliders

“One of my favorite places in Buffalo. Their martinis and old fashions are a classic but somehow they manage to make them better. The ambience is great, we always have a good time whether it's sitting by the bar or getting a table for bigger groups.The bar tenders and servers are so friendly and really know the menu and know what to recommend. Amazing place any day of the week“

4.6 Superb88 Reviews
Ballyhoo Bar & Grill • $$
211 South Park Ave, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

The Short Round Korean Short Rib Sausage
Chicken Sausage Sandwich
Short Round with Salad
Beef Short Rib
Mac & Cheese
Jam Session
Veggie Dog
Steak House
TJ Dawg
Nancy

“I alway enjoy whatever cocktail I get from Ballyhoo, and my last visit there was no different. One of the best bars in town in my opinion with very reasonably priced drinks and excellent customer service. Not a very large bar space, but definitely worth checking out. They do serve a limited food menu as well, but I have not tried any yet.“

4.6 Superb85 Reviews
Buffalo Barrel + Brine Cafe • $$
155 Chandler St Suite 3, Buffalo

“Only tried the kombucha there and it was delicious! So many flavors to choose from, and the lady was lovely.FYI it’s a bit hard to find because you have to go through a small alley etc, we thought we were at the wrong place at first, so, don’t get discourage by the lack of signage, it’s there and worth a visit!“

4.8 Superb40 Reviews
Saint Neri Cocktail Bar • $$
220 Lexington Ave, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Potato Pave with Caviar
Secret Burger
Lasagna
Budino

“Loved visiting this space! Very cool vibes and chic decor with gold walls, venetian glass chandeliers, and gitchy stemware. Loved the cocktails and service. Definitely a pre-dinner or nightcap spot. Thank you to Michaela for excellent service and patience and time answering questions. Definitely try the bump, meatball sliders and arancini.“

4.4 Superb63 Reviews
Marble & Rye Cocktail Bar • $$
112 Genesee St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger with Crispy Potatoes
Spicy Cucumber Salad
Double Cheeseburger
Pickled Onion Rings
Caesar Salad
Falafel
Pickled
Burger

“I came in about a week ago for their happy hour and had a great experience! They have a nice happy hour menu, I got a smaller portion of the cucumber salad that was seasoned well and a great portion for an individual app.For my main, I had gotten the burger which was DELICIOUS. The double patty with cheese gives you the perfect bun to meat ratio. Grilled to perfection and seasoned beautifully. The side of potatoes have a great crunch with a wonderfully fluffy interior and an even better side of chimichurri. Quite frankly I’d buy the chimichurri by the jar if I could.Lastly, for dessert I had the olive oil cake. It was nice and light, the brown butter applesauce added a nice balance. The fennel sugar smelled like fennel but was overpowering to the palate. And to top it all off I had a great stout with my meal as well.Overall, great atmosphere with great food to pair. I look forward to returning again.“

4.5 Superb37 Reviews
The Terrace at Delaware Park New American • $$
199 Lincoln Pkwy, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Chicken & Waffles
She Crab Bisque
Shrimp & Grits
Eggs Benedict
Steak & Eggs
Crab Cakes

“Went for brunch for a birthday. Food was excellent. Views were wonderful and staff were friendly and helpful. Family already asking me when we can go back again. Rarely leave reviews, but felt compelled to for this experience. Set in one of the most beautiful parts of “

4.2 Good105 Reviews

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SZND

SZND Cocktail Bar • $$$
1448 Hertel Ave, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Fettuccine and Scallops
Vietnamese Calamari
Confit Bison Ribs
Airline Chicken
Chocolate Tart
Creme Brulee
Tuna Ceviche

“Cannot say enough about how fantastic this place is, their food is so incredible that they could easily charge double and I'd still want to eat here! The venue is so well thought out and feels homey and very much like a local gem versus a chain type place, it is great. They also have an incredible wine selection, much larger than one would expect for a place of this size! Location is definitely not super large, so we would recommend making a reservation in advance. Definitely worth a visit!!!“

4.4 Superb41 Reviews
D-Tour Bar & Grill American • $$
49 W Chippewa St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Bang Bang Shrimp
Chicken Wings
Burger
Fries

“This place was crazy fun, the atmosphere was amazing, and the conversations were enthralling. The bartender is a hoot... and a cutie ?, and the people there will have you wheezing.Besides that I gotta give compliments to the chef. I got the Angus burger and let me tell you, you gotta try it. They add something sweet to the burger (I skepticize it to be some sort of jam) but the contrast that it makes.with the savory burger is amazing. Not to mention the Fry's cooked to perfection; exactly what I needed.All around the place was very clean, definitely up to date on everything; and from what I've seen of the kitchen there's not much to worry about. The bathrooms were spiff and span and the mirror was cool.Which brings me to my final point, The layout. I had to say the design of the bar was very classic, you come in and are treated with a bar and a few tables and a booth wall. The kitchen connects behind the bar and out of the bar and a kitchen window. Then a small hallway that leads to both genders bathrooms and some other off limit stuff I presume(Didn't snoop around too much XD). I really like the bar and how the spirits were backlight.To summarize, id give it a 5/5 if you're looking for a good time. Thanks if you actually read all this.(PS, Sam, nice tattoo)Wheelchair accessibility: Street level with a door wide enough, no automatic doors but I'm sure a bartender or a fellow citizen would help.“

4.7 Superb32 Reviews
JT’s Restaurant Italian • $$$
905 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Black Spaghetti with Grilled Shrimp
Black Spaghetti & Rock Shrimp
Margherita Pizza
Shrimp and Grits
Barbeque Shrimp
Breakfast Pizza
Fried Calamari
Margherita Pie
Creme Brulee
Pork Trilogy

“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 “

4.2 Good85 Reviews

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Grezi

Grezi American • $$$
4543 Main St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Brussels Sprouts
Chicken Wings
Caesar Salad
Bolognese

“Highly recommend Grezi on Main! We came from out of town to visit with family and had the pleasure of dining at this local restaurant. We enjoyed starting out with a cocktail (The Oliver), Autumn Salad, Pan Seared Scallops, Jumbo Chicken Wings and Brussels Sprout Bruschetta. We enjoyed the Grezi Smash Burger as our entree. Then ended the night with 3 different desserts. Food was phenomenal, staff were friendly and decor was elegant!! This Buffalo restaurant is outstanding!“

4.4 Superb82 Reviews

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Matinee

Matinee Lounges • $$
700 Main St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Pizza of the Week
Old Forester

“TeLly fun place, excellent whiskey and craft beer selection, great craft cocktails esp. the Espresso Martini. Food is limited to specialty sandwiches and pizzas both are worth having. Theater themed vibe with old black and white movies playing. A cool place to hang out.“

4.8 Superb24 Reviews
Fat Bob's Smokehouse Barbecue • $$
41 Virginia Pl, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Variety of Barbecue Sauces to Go
Texas Mac and Cheese
Original BBQ Sauce
Sloop Juice Bomb
Ribs and Brisket
Mashed Potatoes
Brisket on Weck
Smoked Chicken
Pulled Chicken
BBQ Grill Box

“ETA: came here to leave a review, forgetting i left one two years ago. Fat Bobs is still amazing as ever and i just want to add that i could literally order a catering size of their cajun corn and sit there and eat the entire thing on my own.when I think barbeque in the area I think Fat Bob's. Their platters last me for days and absolutely love the flavor of the pulled chicken. I didn't realize until a recent visit (I usually order offline or based on memory) that there are monthly specials that include different sides... or at least the time I was there... so I have to remember to ask. Anyway, love their beans and pulled pork and despite its simplicity I could eat their cajun corn for days on end. One thing I'm not too crazy about but continue to order are the hush puppies.... not only is the batter sort of weird but it's cooked super inconsistently and have on several occasions gotten home with these black balls of impenetrable crust. Also, the added cost of packets of butter and honey is weird.... like I get a small upcharge but it's significant. Also, only thing that stinks is I get inconsistent reports on whether a side of sauce is included and I'm told it is then get home only to have none and nothing to add but the random burger king bbq sauce cup i have in a drawer (live in on campus housing that limits our cooking/food storage options) so to have missing items is kind of a bummer. otherwise, love this place and staff is overall very awesome and kind.“

4.3 Superb138 Reviews
Hydraulic Hearth Pizza • $$
716 Swan St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Crispy Cauliflower
Banana Pepper Dip
Mozzarella Sticks
Pepperoni Pizza
Chicken Wings
Special Pizza
Arugula Pesto
Vegan Pizza
White Pie

“Such an awesome spot! My and a large group of friends came here for my birthday and we had such a great time. The drinks and food are phenomenal as well as the atmosphere. The bar staff was super friendly and personable. Even when my group became loud they handled the situation professionally. I cannot recommend them enough.“

4.4 Superb59 Reviews
Hartman's Distilling Co. Cocktail Bar • $$
55 Chicago St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

French Onion Grilled Cheese
Sweet Potato Hummus
Vintage Neon Signs
Bavarian Pretzel
Duck Fat Popcorn
Barbacoa Nachos
Pulled Pork
Charcuterie
Pink

“We stopped by on a Saturday night and came for dinner and drinks. It was about 7 pm and it was quite the lively scene. There was a dj playing some great Drake, to get pumped for his upcoming concert, and 90’s throwback hits. It was quite a scene and as the night went on it turned into a packed party. We were lucky to arrive when we did because the seating here is very casual, first come first serve and there aren’t a ton of tables. We started off with espresso yo self and aviation cocktails which were delicious! And we decided to try a few different menu items since it was our first time trying their food. The duck fat popcorn was tasty and had the right amount of truffle salt, the duck fat def gave it a more deluxe flavor. It was the perfect amount to snack on. The sweet potato hummus was probably the best thing we had. It had perfect ratios of sweet potato and chick peas and the pepitas and candied walnuts were awesome toppings. I will order this again and again. Finally, the nachos with grilled chicken were also good. The queso was home made and there were a generous portion of toppings, chicken included.This is a beautifully designed space and you can go back and forth between Hartmans and Resurgence which is cool to get 2 spots in 1. They distill all their liquor and make some delicious high end cocktails. One of their specialties is Loganberry flavored vodka, cocktails and their own seltzer. Overall a great time and we will be back soon.“

4.3 Superb93 Reviews
Iron Tail Tavern American • $$
802 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet
Iron Tail Burger
Steak and Eggs
Iron Tail Ribs
Raw Oysters
Squash Soup
Lemon Drop
Crab Cakes
Fries

“I never write reviews. We found this place after visiting Niagara Falls and a day of driving from Chicago. All I can say is Wow! Wellington was spectacular! What a gem this place is. Will definitely return.Vegetarian options: Salad with yellow beets various nuts arugula- so good.Kid-friendliness: Atmosphere is not for kids, however, they accommodated my 8yo son who is jumpy to say the least. He had a chicken sandwich that was spectacular. (I had half of it)“

4.3 Superb78 Reviews

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Fugazi

Fugazi Cocktail Bar • $
503 Franklin St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Popcorn

“Fugazi is one of my favorite bars in Buffalo! They have such a large variety of cocktail options and wonderful bartenders! Frankie and Dustin always have great recommendations for drinks and are so sweet and welcoming to everyone, you can tell they’re very beloved by all patrons. I typically go on nights they’re working because I love the atmosphere they provide, they have excellent music choices and make the whole bar feel like a room full of longtime friends getting together even if it’s full of people coming for the first time! I feel so honored to have this bar and it’s employees in Buffalo and in the LGBTQ+ community ♥️“

4.5 Superb26 Reviews
Panorama on Seven European • $$
95 Main St, Buffalo

Customers` Favorites

Bucatini Carbonara with Shrimp
Sponge Candy Cheesecake
Cheese & Charcuterie
French Onion Soup
Bone in Pork Chop
Charcuterie Board
Coq Au Vin Blanc
Truffle Fries
Lemon Bars

“The food was delicious, as were the cocktails we ordered. Gracie was fun to have as our server and once she found out it was my daughter’s birthday, she brought her a complimentary mimosa and a dessert at the end of her meal! I will definitely go there again!“

4.1 Good203 Reviews
High Violet Cocktail Bar • $$
710 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo

“Had some wine and guest had a cocktail. It was late and we were told it was closing time. Really not there long enough to take it all in. Was a private party on the second floor unable to see that area. Bar area is small . Lots of cozy seating. Would recommend to start or end the evening there.“

4.1 Good67 Reviews
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