Guidebook for Buffalo
Food Scene
A Burmese restaurant serving food you probably haven't tried before and black rice sushi.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarSun Cuisines
1989 Niagara Street7
lokalinvånare rekommenderarA Burmese restaurant serving food you probably haven't tried before and black rice sushi.
Parkside Candy
3208 Main StDelicious handmade candies and ice cream in a gorgeous historical building.
Home of the original buffalo wing, though most locals seem to agree that Duff's now serves the better basket of wings.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarAnchor Bar
1047 Main St23
lokalinvånare rekommenderarHome of the original buffalo wing, though most locals seem to agree that Duff's now serves the better basket of wings.
Many Buffalonians claim that Duff's serves the best wings in town.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarDuff's Famous Wings
3651 Sheridan Dr14
lokalinvånare rekommenderarMany Buffalonians claim that Duff's serves the best wings in town.
The favorite local coffee chain if you need a pick-me-up.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarSPoT Coffee Hertel
1406 Hertel Avenue8
lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe favorite local coffee chain if you need a pick-me-up.
Affordable, basic cuisine less than a mile from my house, but everything is made from scratch and better than typical diner food. They're known for the big breakfasts, and the pancakes are some of the best I've ever had.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarLake Effect
3165 Main Street6
lokalinvånare rekommenderarAffordable, basic cuisine less than a mile from my house, but everything is made from scratch and better than typical diner food. They're known for the big breakfasts, and the pancakes are some of the best I've ever had.
Drinks & Nightlife
716 bar
112 Genesee StModern sports bar with a gigantic screen.
Funky little bar filled to the brim with United States history.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarFounding Fathers
75 Edward St11
lokalinvånare rekommenderarFunky little bar filled to the brim with United States history.
A big, open space in an old building is filled with pictures from the construction of the Erie Canal (derisively called the "big ditch" until it actually worked).
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarBig Ditch Brewing Company
55 East Huron Street18
lokalinvånare rekommenderarA big, open space in an old building is filled with pictures from the construction of the Erie Canal (derisively called the "big ditch" until it actually worked).
Sightseeing
Niagara Falls State Park
332 Prospect Street49
lokalinvånare rekommenderarOne of the natural wonders of the world.
Buffalo City Hall is an art deco architectural masterpiece. On weekdays between 9 and 5, you can go to the top for free and the city and Lake Erie while learning a bit about Buffalo's history.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarCity Hall Buffalo City
65 Niagara Square27
lokalinvånare rekommenderarBuffalo City Hall is an art deco architectural masterpiece. On weekdays between 9 and 5, you can go to the top for free and the city and Lake Erie while learning a bit about Buffalo's history.
Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece containing six interconnected buildings and considered by many to be the epitome of his "Prairie House" style.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarFrank Lloyd Wright's Martin House Complex
125 Jewett Parkway57
lokalinvånare rekommenderarFrank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece containing six interconnected buildings and considered by many to be the epitome of his "Prairie House" style.
Canalside is the prime place to see the progress of "the Buffalo Renaissance." In the winter, you can skate on the extra large outdoor rink that traces part of the original path of the Erie Canal. In the summer, you can stroll the boardwalk, rent a kayak, take a boat tour, see a concert, and see what else is in town that weekend.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarCanalside
LLoyd Street38
lokalinvånare rekommenderarCanalside is the prime place to see the progress of "the Buffalo Renaissance." In the winter, you can skate on the extra large outdoor rink that traces part of the original path of the Erie Canal. In the summer, you can stroll the boardwalk, rent a kayak, take a boat tour, see a concert, and see what else is in town that weekend.
Curling is the best. I’m happy to take you here if I’m home and we have ice (usually October-April). You can also rent a sheet to play on with friends or attend a learn-to-curl class.
Buffalo Curling Club
91 Buffalo China RoadCurling is the best. I’m happy to take you here if I’m home and we have ice (usually October-April). You can also rent a sheet to play on with friends or attend a learn-to-curl class.
Parks & Nature
Rent kayaks, do yoga outside, watch the sun set over Lake Erie, walk the nature trails, etc. All within view of downtown.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarWilkeson Pointe
225 Fuhrmann Boulevard7
lokalinvånare rekommenderarRent kayaks, do yoga outside, watch the sun set over Lake Erie, walk the nature trails, etc. All within view of downtown.
The Niagara Gorge Trail runs all the way from the falls to Lewiston, but the most interesting part is down the steps from the whirlpool and continues to Devil's Hole State Park.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarWhirlpool State Park
Robert Moses State Parkway18
lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe Niagara Gorge Trail runs all the way from the falls to Lewiston, but the most interesting part is down the steps from the whirlpool and continues to Devil's Hole State Park.
"The Grand Canyon of the East" with gorgeous views of waterfalls and lovely hiking trails.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarLetchworth State Park
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lokalinvånare rekommenderar"The Grand Canyon of the East" with gorgeous views of waterfalls and lovely hiking trails.
Arts & Culture
The preeminent art museum in Buffalo. See the Shark Girl art on display in summer 2017 if you're in the mood for something fun and whimsical.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarAlbright-Knox Art Gallery
1285 Elmwood Avenue94
lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe preeminent art museum in Buffalo. See the Shark Girl art on display in summer 2017 if you're in the mood for something fun and whimsical.
Buffalo's beautiful historic theatre, with touring broadway shows and other events happening year-round.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarShea's Buffalo Theatre
650 Main St23
lokalinvånare rekommenderarBuffalo's beautiful historic theatre, with touring broadway shows and other events happening year-round.
The Shaw Festival runs from April through October in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada and celebrates the works of George Bernard Shaw. The festival includes many plays and musicals by other authors and is well known for their excellent cast.
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lokalinvånare rekommenderarShaw Festival Theatre
10 Queen's Parade59
lokalinvånare rekommenderarThe Shaw Festival runs from April through October in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada and celebrates the works of George Bernard Shaw. The festival includes many plays and musicals by other authors and is well known for their excellent cast.
Essentials
Wegmans
675 Alberta Drive8
lokalinvånare rekommenderarTop-rated grocery chain in the country.
Whole Foods Market
3139 Sheridan DrCloser and less crowded than Wegmans, but also more expensive.
Lexington Co-op Market
1678 Hertel Ave6
lokalinvånare rekommenderarCo-op grocery store featuring local goods.
Getting Around
University Station
Walk five minutes and take the metro rail train downtown.