So disappointed. Thought this would be a great new experience. Food selection was limited. Over priced and flavorless food that is not Cajun inspired. Having marginal gumbo on the menu does not make it creole. As Buffalo has a great food scene, try some of the others.
Susan N.
Truly a hidden gem. I used to live in this neighborhood but never knew this place existed. I came here with my friend when they first opened over the weekend. It was pretty empty. There is a small bar when you first walk in. I ordered a blackened catfish po'boy which came with the sandwich, sweet potato fries covered with some sort of honey glaze, as well as slaw. The portion was large but overall, delish. Wish they toned a bit back on the spices on the fish but the fries and slaw were a nice touch. The restaurant got pretty busy quick afterwards. Would def recommend!
Andrew Fries
Shango, as always, was wonderful. On this day they hosted the former owners of The Terling Tavern for St. Patrick's day. The corned beef was exactly how I remembered it...one of the best meat dishes I've ever had. The service was what I usually expect at Shango, friendly and attentive. A fantastic day all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits, Bananas Foster, Mac and Cheese with Andouille Sausage, Cinnamon Sugar Beignets, Shrimp PO Boy, Creole Meatloaf, Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Scott Field
Excellent food with a New Orleans
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Sugar Beignets, Shrimp PO Boy
L. ginnane
Always great service and a delicious meal and cocktails ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bethany Mazur
Just about the best food in Buffalo and definitely the best classic creole/cajun penne dish. The heart and soul behind the cooking is evident in every dish, with flavors so carefully balanced without ever being boring - creative but not gimmicky, innovative beyond just trendy, the menu is the perfect size with something for every palate.This is a must-visit in Buffalo and should be in everyone's rotation, it's that good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Haddenfield P.
Nothing really special. I guess it's suitable for being in New York, especially Buffalo New York which has no idea of what real New Orleans food is. It's okay, no complaints but definitely not over the top
Britney Matthews
Food was absolutely amazing. I had the salmon which fell apart with a fork and melted in your mouth. Cooked perfectly and the entire dish complemented each other. Have some wine or their signature Hurricane then finish off with some Beignets. Please keep room for dessert and get the beignets. You'll thank me later. Nice spot for a date night or company dinner. I will be back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Sugar Beignets
Robert Carlson
Excellent meals! This is our "go to" place when we want something different from your basic beef and seafood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo, Seafood Stew
robert crabtree
Our go to date night since it opened 15plus years ago. Wonderful consistency in the food,always great specials and very affordable prices.great cool vibe and attentive service. Pro tip my wife says not to share but there mac cheese is so good if your get an order to go (2lbs) and add 8oz of lobster meat from whole foods ,you have luxury dinner for 4 for cheap!
This is an intimate and quiet restaurant that serves New Orleans style dishes. The ambience is dimmly lit, so you feel like your the only one's there. They also have large plates that can be shared, so the helping size for one person is enough for 2 dinners - Even their desserts are sharable. Their dishes are also not too "heavy" in the stomach. We ordered the "Crab Hushpuppies" appetizer, which we've had similar hushpuppies at other "New Orleans" style restaurants, and you're aleady getting full before you've ordered your main entre. Shango's Crab Hushpuppies are balanced with a pairing of a house made cocktail sauce that is very mild with a light citris taste that makes the hushpuppies magically not sit in your stomach. This is when you know the chefs know what they're doing. I also ordered the stuffed trout (whole), and on the plate you can see it - I mean from head to tail. But there was not a single bone in between. As I was digging with my fork expecting to hit a backbone, there was nothing - That trout was de-boned very meticulously. The time and care that Shango takes with building their dishes will definitely make me come back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sarah Erick
The food is actual perfection, everything ordered was amazing. The restaurant is beautiful and comfortable. The service was fantastic, our server was Chris, he was polite, professional, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Top tier all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo, Buttermilk Fried Chicken
S Dot R.
Was absolutely delicious when I went. Was a little nervous about trying a new spot but they absolutely did not disappoint us
R. Chamberlain (Traveling Scion)
Great flavors! Our dinner definitely reminded us of the NOLA dishes we loved.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle A.
Group of 8 and everything we ate was on point! This included the apps (shrimp and grits, eggrolls, gumbo) and the main courses (mac and cheese, salmon, steak poboy, and chicken and waffles). Great drinks and service.
So disappointed. Thought this would be a great new experience. Food selection was limited. Over priced and flavorless food that is not Cajun inspired. Having marginal gumbo on the menu does not make it creole. As Buffalo has a great food scene, try some of the others.
Truly a hidden gem. I used to live in this neighborhood but never knew this place existed. I came here with my friend when they first opened over the weekend. It was pretty empty. There is a small bar when you first walk in. I ordered a blackened catfish po'boy which came with the sandwich, sweet potato fries covered with some sort of honey glaze, as well as slaw. The portion was large but overall, delish. Wish they toned a bit back on the spices on the fish but the fries and slaw were a nice touch. The restaurant got pretty busy quick afterwards. Would def recommend!
Shango, as always, was wonderful. On this day they hosted the former owners of The Terling Tavern for St. Patrick's day. The corned beef was exactly how I remembered it...one of the best meat dishes I've ever had. The service was what I usually expect at Shango, friendly and attentive. A fantastic day all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp and Grits, Bananas Foster, Mac and Cheese with Andouille Sausage, Cinnamon Sugar Beignets, Shrimp PO Boy, Creole Meatloaf, Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Excellent food with a New Orleans
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Sugar Beignets, Shrimp PO Boy
Always great service and a delicious meal and cocktails ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Just about the best food in Buffalo and definitely the best classic creole/cajun penne dish. The heart and soul behind the cooking is evident in every dish, with flavors so carefully balanced without ever being boring - creative but not gimmicky, innovative beyond just trendy, the menu is the perfect size with something for every palate.This is a must-visit in Buffalo and should be in everyone's rotation, it's that good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nothing really special. I guess it's suitable for being in New York, especially Buffalo New York which has no idea of what real New Orleans food is. It's okay, no complaints but definitely not over the top
Food was absolutely amazing. I had the salmon which fell apart with a fork and melted in your mouth. Cooked perfectly and the entire dish complemented each other. Have some wine or their signature Hurricane then finish off with some Beignets. Please keep room for dessert and get the beignets. You'll thank me later. Nice spot for a date night or company dinner. I will be back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Cinnamon Sugar Beignets
Excellent meals! This is our "go to" place when we want something different from your basic beef and seafood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo, Seafood Stew
Our go to date night since it opened 15plus years ago. Wonderful consistency in the food,always great specials and very affordable prices.great cool vibe and attentive service. Pro tip my wife says not to share but there mac cheese is so good if your get an order to go (2lbs) and add 8oz of lobster meat from whole foods ,you have luxury dinner for 4 for cheap!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This is an intimate and quiet restaurant that serves New Orleans style dishes. The ambience is dimmly lit, so you feel like your the only one's there. They also have large plates that can be shared, so the helping size for one person is enough for 2 dinners - Even their desserts are sharable. Their dishes are also not too "heavy" in the stomach. We ordered the "Crab Hushpuppies" appetizer, which we've had similar hushpuppies at other "New Orleans" style restaurants, and you're aleady getting full before you've ordered your main entre. Shango's Crab Hushpuppies are balanced with a pairing of a house made cocktail sauce that is very mild with a light citris taste that makes the hushpuppies magically not sit in your stomach. This is when you know the chefs know what they're doing. I also ordered the stuffed trout (whole), and on the plate you can see it - I mean from head to tail. But there was not a single bone in between. As I was digging with my fork expecting to hit a backbone, there was nothing - That trout was de-boned very meticulously. The time and care that Shango takes with building their dishes will definitely make me come back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is actual perfection, everything ordered was amazing. The restaurant is beautiful and comfortable. The service was fantastic, our server was Chris, he was polite, professional, friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Top tier all around!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo, Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Was absolutely delicious when I went. Was a little nervous about trying a new spot but they absolutely did not disappoint us
Great flavors! Our dinner definitely reminded us of the NOLA dishes we loved.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Group of 8 and everything we ate was on point! This included the apps (shrimp and grits, eggrolls, gumbo) and the main courses (mac and cheese, salmon, steak poboy, and chicken and waffles). Great drinks and service.