Best Bars in Buffalo
18 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.
#1Anchor Bar
4.3(10,361 reviews)
The original home of Buffalo wings, still drawing crowds for spicy history
#2Vice Restaurant
4.7(3,858 reviews)
Craft cocktails and elevated bar bites in a lively downtown setting
#3Southern Tier Brewery Buffalo
4.6(1,783 reviews)
Spacious taproom pouring craft beers from the renowned Southern Tier lineup
#4Big Ditch Brewing Company
4.6(1,600 reviews)
Craft brewery with a lively taproom where Buffalo gathers over house-made brews
- 🍽️#5
Tappo Restaurant
4.4(1,934 reviews)
Wine bar meets Italian small plates in a buzzy downtown spot
#6Mothers Restaurant
4.5(1,571 reviews)
Casual neighborhood bar where Buffalo locals gather for drinks and easy company
#7Betty's
4.4(1,784 reviews)
Beloved neighborhood bar where locals gather for craft cocktails and late-night bites
#8Jack Rabbit
4.6(1,090 reviews)
Neighbourhood bar pouring craft cocktails that locals return for again and again
#9Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
4.2(2,105 reviews)
Downtown brewpub pouring house-made beers alongside hearty pub fare
#10Lucky Day Whiskey Bar
4.6(1,033 reviews)
Cozy whiskey haven with warm lighting, craft pours, and bar bites locals return for
- 🍽️#11
Bada Bing
4.3(1,603 reviews)
Laid-back neighborhood bar with cold drinks and a welcoming crowd
#12Cole's
4.4(1,266 reviews)
A dimly lit Buffalo classic where locals gather for strong drinks and conversation
#13Sidelines Sports Bar and Grill
4.5(904 reviews)
Buffalo sports bar where locals gather for wings, cold beer and every game
#14Mr. Goodbar
4.4(828 reviews)
Neighborhood dive bar pouring cold drinks and good vibes since the locals claimed it
#15Caffe Aroma
4.5(701 reviews)
Stylish neighborhood bar pouring craft cocktails and welcoming regulars nightly
#16Taqueria Ranchos Dos
4.3(826 reviews)
Authentic tacos and margaritas drawing crowds to this lively cantina
#17The Banshee Irish Pub
4.6(487 reviews)
Classic Irish pub pulling pints and pouring hospitality in Buffalo's oldest saloon
#18Streetlight Brasserie
4.3(338 reviews)
Neighborhood bar with hearty brasserie fare and a welcoming, laid-back vibe
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