1. The Left Bank
8.9
511 Rhode Island St (btwn Chenango & Essex), Buffalo, NY
New American Restaurant · West Side · 40 tips and reviews
Kita: The fondue for two is a great appetizer though its quite big. Very cozy, romantic setting within the restaurant.
Michael Constantine: The seafood pasta is to die for!! Very romantic setting, great for a first impression
Lisa Gatti: This place is one of my absolute favorite restaurant! Never had a bad meal or service! Love the atmosphere and food & wait staff are phenomenal! Thanks to my dear friend Dale for introducing me to it!
2. Mother's Restaurant
7.6
33 Virginia Pl (btwn Allen & Edward), Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Allen · 42 tips and reviews
Heather Light: When you walk in the vibe may seem fancy, but this place had an eclectic mix of groups hanging out after the game, to couples enjoying a romantic night out. They all fit in here.
Alison: Fantastic service, indoor and patio seating, quiet intimate setting, food is delicious and bottles of wine are very reasonably priced!
Laketa C.: Romantic, chic place to have dinner...feel like I'm in NYC when I dine here.
Marge Novara: They have a huge assortment of pizza. The service was excellent and the decor is very trendy, very welcoming! The arugula, pistachio, brussel sprout pizza was my favorite.
Brian Gioia: Ask about the Nerd Tap
Molly Mac: Get the flights of beer, and share some pizza, great place for groups so you can taste everything 😊
6. Trattoria Aroma
8.5
307 Bryant St (at Ashland Ave), Buffalo, NY
Trattoria · Bryant · 34 tips and reviews
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 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.
Anjuli V: Spend you Sundays at Aroma for a killer brunch and even better service. Read more.
7. Sun Cuisines
8.7
1989 Niagara St (at Austin St), Buffalo, NY
Thai Restaurant · Black Rock · 28 tips and reviews
Buffalo Eats: Really affordable Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Korean food! There is something for every one! Try the Pork Bulgoki!
Becca Mathers: Try the Shan Koksware or get the Kat kyay kite if you like spicy food.
Maggie Manning: The food is awesome service great and prices very affordable. I give this place two snaps.
10. Larkin Square
8.8
745 Seneca St (at Swan St), Buffalo, NY
Plaza · Ellicott · 9 tips and reviews
LaVaughn Jones: Always something to do nice location, live entertainment. Fun for yourself, family or a date night :-)
Sarah Lang: Food truck Tuesday is awesome. Vegan options at the Black Market Food Truck (tofu sandwich) and Knight Slider (falafel). Plus Lloyd's sweet potato fries with cilantro, garlic, and lime 👍
Matt Carlucci: Look around and realize that this used to be a scary place to be.
11. Betty's Restaurant
8.9
370 Virginia St (at Cottage St), Buffalo, NY
Breakfast Spot · Allen · 60 tips and reviews
Liz Kinney: Healthy and delicious food! Staff are genuinely friendly and personable. My favorite restaurant, hands down.
Christina H: Surprisingly amazing lunch! Not just a brunch place, especially now that they have the new bar.
Margaretha Gunawan: Lovey!! Nice Buffalo style espc for early breakfast. Have a seat at the terrace
12. Osteria 166
8.1
166 Franklin St (at W Mohawk St), Buffalo, NY
Trattoria · Central Business District · 26 tips and reviews
Ed Sullivan: This is our new favorite place to take friends for dinner or lunch. Nick and Kendra and the greatest!
Chris Smith: Excellent service, good food, solid wine list, and the friendliest owner in the city. A great place for happy hour and dinner.
Rachel Gottlieb: If you're unhappy about anything, Nick will bend over backwards to fix it. Plus the food is great.
13. The Black Sheep
8.0
367 Connecticut St (at 14th St), Buffalo, NY
Eastern European Restaurant · West Side · 12 tips and reviews
Lucille Fisher: Venue for an Uncle’s 100th bday and this restaurant fully delivered! Amazing food, very good service & very pleasant venue. One of my new favs in Buffalo.
Marge Novara: Pierogis were over the top delicious. I had chicken breast on a purée of vegetables. It was great! The sticky toffee pudding with their coffee ended aa incredible meal.
Steve Poland: "Then there was the sticky toffee pudding, a Bistro Europa gem. It’s like butter making love to caramel under a whipped cream canopy. Expressed as cake." Buffalo News. 100% correct. YUM