La Nova Pizzeria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

1. La Nova Pizzeria

8.9
371 W Ferry St (at Hampshire St), Buffalo, NY
Pizzeria · West Side · 24 tips and reviews

Marco N.Marco Navarra: Not my typical thin crust authentic neopalitan pizza; however, I had to visit this Bizarre Foods Delicious Destinations. I really enjoyed their beef and pork pepperoni pizza. I'd go back!

Xavier G.Xavier Guillaume: Best NY Style pizza in Buffalo! Get their Garlic Lover's Pizza or Tomato Basil Roma Pizza!

SushiaSushia: I think this is the best pizza in town!

Don Tequila Mexican Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

2. Don Tequila Mexican Restaurant

8.1
73 Allen St (at Virginia Pl), Buffalo, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Allen · 32 tips and reviews

Steve P.Steve Poland: This place is here to stay. English is their second language for sure- the food is authentic. Fajitas are delicious.

AlyssaAlyssa: Great authentic Mexican food and margaritas the size of your head!

Bob W.Bob W: Best Mexican in Buffalo. And best Mole sauce.

Kuni's Sushi Bar is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

3. Kuni's Sushi Bar

8.3
226 Lexington Ave (at Ashland Ave), Buffalo, NY
Sushi Restaurant · West Side · 18 tips and reviews

Courtney I.Courtney I: Tasty, fresh, authentic sushi rolls. If you're not a fan of wasabi, tell Mr. Sato, because it's tucked into many of the rolls.

JoshJosh: Do not get sushi here. It is terrible. This place seems like an authentic Japanese seafood restaurant, with dishes specifically from Japan. Might be good for exploring different cultural dishes.

Amol P.Amol Patil: Best shushi place in Buffalo!

Trattoria Aroma is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

4. Trattoria Aroma

8.5
307 Bryant St (at Ashland Ave), Buffalo, NY
Trattoria · Bryant · 34 tips and reviews

Kevin Z.Kevin Zarzecki: If your looking for authentic great food this is perfect.

Toriuchi S.Toriuchi Sanchan: The soup would be perfect if it's warmer, but the way it is was great! Love the Bianca pizza and tagliatelle frutti de mare pasta as well the espresso was ok. Thank you Erin for a very nice service!

Matthew A.Matthew Anthony: I am a Sunday brunch enthusiast and this restaurant really hits the nail on the head. Among the best Sunday brunch menu and service buffalo has to offer. Other restaurants should take notes.

Lloyd Taco Factory is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

5. Lloyd Taco Factory

8.7
1503 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY
Taco Restaurant · North Park · 24 tips and reviews

Messie J.Messie Jessie: Everything is amazing in here! It's like the food truck is parked in a bad ass bar with even better music. Love it! Good job Lloyd!

Scott F.Scott Franklin: The Mexican Spring Rolls are the best thing I've put in my mouth that I didn't meet on Tinder. Get them!

James D.James Davidson: Vibe is very nice, with open garage doors to the street. Tacos are kind of small, but packed with flavor. Go for the burrito if you want a nice large portion.

Sun Cuisines is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

6. Sun Cuisines

8.7
1989 Niagara St (at Austin St), Buffalo, NY
Thai Restaurant · Black Rock · 28 tips and reviews

Buffalo E.Buffalo Eats: Really affordable Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean food! There is something for every one! Try the Pork Bulgoki!

Becca M.Becca Mathers: Try the Shan Koksware or get the Kat kyay kite if you like spicy food.

Maggie M.Maggie Manning: The food is awesome service great and prices very affordable. I give this place two snaps.

Ashker's is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

7. Ashker's

8.8
1002 Elmwood Ave (at Potomac Ave), Buffalo, NY
Juice Bar · West Side · 52 tips and reviews

Jessica D.Jessica Delo: Best fruit smoothies, juices, coffee, and delicious food for your $. Great atmosphere, and wonderful owners!

Sarah L.Sarah Lang: I've been here 2x and love it! Very friendly workers, they also don't mind if you crash and study while you eat or drink. Cool artwork. Delicious fruit/veg smoothies and very accommodating to vegans!

NataleeNatalee: The tomato basil grilled cheese panini is the best grilled cheese I've ever had, and I eat a LOT of grilled cheese. So many other things I want to try!

Osteria 166 is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

8. Osteria 166

8.1
166 Franklin St (at W Mohawk St), Buffalo, NY
Trattoria · Central Business District · 26 tips and reviews

Cheryl ACheryl A: REAL Italian food. Great service and atmosphere! Always a party!

Ed S.Ed Sullivan: This is our new favorite place to take friends for dinner or lunch. Nick and Kendra and the greatest!

Chris S.Chris Smith: Excellent service, good food, solid wine list, and the friendliest owner in the city. A great place for happy hour and dinner.

Toutant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

9. Toutant

7.9
437 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · Central Business District · 17 tips and reviews

Lears F.Lears Fool: I am Cajun. These were the most authentic and tasty beignets I have had outside of Louisiana. The Shrimp and grits was tasty too. And they have Abita Purple Haze, too boot.

Carrie Yael R.Carrie Yael Rittenhouse: The " gris-gris" biscuit to start! The buttermilk fried chicken was to die for and ended with ooey gooey bourbon caramel cake! ! Fabulous..and try the "Packmule" yum!!!

Jon S.Jon Spitz: Great service, vibe, cornbread and desert. Get the coffee themed desert and add liquor. You will NOT regret it.

Public Espresso + Coffee is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

10. Public Espresso + Coffee

9.0
391 Washington St (at Clinton St), Buffalo, NY
Coffee Shop · Central Business District · 23 tips and reviews

Anthony G.Anthony Gomez: Great Espresso, friendly service & ModBar! The lobby is a great place to catch up on work or do some reading. Outlets, reliable wifi and some super cool chairs. You must try the Goat's Milk Cortado!

Biz T.Biz Traveldude: Great hand-crafted espresso drinks

Cee M.Cee Mozee: The americano rivals Starbucks.🥰

Allen Burger Venture is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

11. Allen Burger Venture

9.0
175 Allen St, Buffalo, NY
Burger Joint · Allen · 24 tips and reviews

Joe R.Joe Russell: The All American burger (#4) is the most unassuming on their delicious list of creative burgers, but it is mind-blowingly tasty. Excellent list of bourbons and beers as well.

Cheryl ACheryl A: Must try the Tater tots!

Brent G.Brent Gatewood: Great food awesome staff make this place must! And yep, get the tots!

Mythos is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

12. Mythos

8.2
510 Elmwood Ave (btwn Hodge & W Utica), Buffalo, NY
Greek Restaurant · Bryant · 31 tips and reviews

Milton C.Milton Colmenares: The eggs benedicts were good. For a Greek restaurant don't look like is authentic.

Anthony P.Anthony P.: Cheap and delicious. Breakfast is one of the BEST in Buffalo!

Karylin C.Karylin Coleman: Best breakfast around

Big Ditch Brewing Company is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

13. Big Ditch Brewing Company

9.0
55 E Huron St (at Ellicott St), Buffalo, NY
Brewery · Central Business District · 31 tips and reviews

🌞🌞Sunny🌞🌞 S.🌞🌞Sunny🌞🌞 Sunshine🌞🌞: Cool place to stop and get a drink. The buffalo chicken dip is great!

Big Ditch Brewing CompanyBig Ditch Brewing Company: Our Restaurant and Tap room is now open.

MaryEllen C.MaryEllen Coleman: Outstanding brews. The red ales are memorable. And the dinner portions are generous and filling.

Five Points Bakery & Toast Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

14. Five Points Bakery & Toast Cafe

9.1
44 Brayton St (at W Utica St), Buffalo, NY
Bakery · Bryant · 23 tips and reviews

Asha W.Asha Whiteside: I am in love! Buffalo has done it again. Breakfast consisted of boiled eggs, lemon lavender tea, cheddar and cinnamon raisin toast and a cinnamon roll. Some of the best food and atmosphere in town.

Buffalo E.Buffalo Eats: For a great breakfast try their Whole Grain Cinnamon Rolls.

Marie W.Marie Williams: Extra sharp cheddar toast with pickle and French St. Agur blue cheese & Frank's hot sauce.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Buffalo.

15. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

8.5
301 Franklin St (btwn W Chippewa St & W Tupper St), Buffalo, NY
BBQ Joint · Central Business District · 58 tips and reviews

Victor K.Victor Kioulaphides: A superlative, all-American barbecue place, featuring delicious grilled meats and an impressive array of draft beers and ales.

Gabi B.Gabi Bulumac: Get a full rack Bar-B-Que pork ribs with Sam Adams ;)

Josh A.Josh Auringer: Actually the wings are awesome. As well as the brisket, pulled pork and ribs. Its how bbq is done. Good riddance to Famous Daves and Smokey Bones. There simply is no other.