Highest-rated restaurants in Buffalo, according to Tripadvisor
With the advent of Big Data, it's now easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food, Americans seem to have specific opinions. American dining brands have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, U.S. restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
What's clear about U.S. dining habits is that people love options. Restaurants across America are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of (often) fried deliciousness.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Buffalo using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. These restaurants range from fast food powerhouses to local hot spots.
Locals reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if your favorite restaurant made the list—and to see which spots you haven't been to yet.
#30. Frankie Primo's +39
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 51 W Chippewa St, Buffalo, NY 14202-2205
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#29. Bada Bing Bar & Grill
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 115 W Chippewa St, Buffalo, NY 14202-2006
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#28. Liberty Hound
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1 Naval Park CV, Buffalo, NY 14202-4114
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#27. Gene McCarthy's
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Irish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 73 Hamburg St, Buffalo, NY 14204-2719
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#26. Local Kitchen & Beer Bar
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 88 W Chippewa St, Buffalo, NY 14202-2011
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#25. 716 Food & Sport
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 7 Scott St, Buffalo, NY 14203-3009
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#24. Parkside Meadow
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2 Russell St, Buffalo, NY 14214-1930
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#23. Salvatore's Italian Prime
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 6461 Transit Rd, Buffalo, NY 14043-1089
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#22. Allen Burger Venture
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 175 Allen St, Buffalo, NY 14201-1515
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#21. Gabriel's Gate Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 145 Allen St, Buffalo, NY 14201-1513
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#20. Buffalo Chophouse
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 282 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202-1902
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#19. Anchor Bar
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1047 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14209-2305
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#18. The Melting Pot
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: $$$$
- Price: not available
- Address: 1 Walden Galleria Suite D224, Galleria Mall, Buffalo, NY 14225
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#17. Toutant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cajun & Creole
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 437 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203-1519
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#16. Osteria 166
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 166 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202-2407
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#15. Sophia's Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Price: $
- Address: 749 Military Rd, Buffalo, NY 14216-1027
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#14. Tappo Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 338 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203-1619
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#13. Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 76 Pearl St, Buffalo, NY 14224-1718
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#12. Tempo Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 581 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202-1201
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#11. Sun Cuisines
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Sushi, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1989 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY 14207-2510
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#10. Betty's
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 370 Virginia St, Buffalo, NY 14201-1952
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#9. Fat Bob's Smokehouse
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 41 Virginia Pl, Buffalo, NY 14202-1323
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#8. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 301 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202-1901
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#7. Lombardo Ristorante
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1198 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216-2747
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#6. Chef's
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 291 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14204-2011
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#5. Big Ditch Brewing Company
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 55 E Huron St, Buffalo, NY 14203-1632
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#4. The Left Bank
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 511 Rhode Island St, Buffalo, NY 14213-2317
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#3. Hutch's
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1375 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209-1108
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#2. Mulberry Italian Ristorante
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 64 Jackson Ave, Buffalo, NY 14218-3317
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#1. Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Wine Bar
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 54 W Chippewa St, Buffalo, NY 14202-2206
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