Highest-rated Restaurants With Outdoor Seating in Buffalo, According to Yelp

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Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Buffalo, according to Yelp

Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.

Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?

Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.

Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.

While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Buffalo using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.

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#23. Jara Cafe

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 740 Alberta Dr Buffalo, NY 14226
- Categories: Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

#22. Omega Cheese

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 444 Borden Rd Buffalo, NY 14224
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

#21. Mike's Texas Hot's & Steakhouse

- Rating: 5.0/5 (4 reviews)
- Address: 1343 Fillmore Ave Buffalo, NY 14211
- Categories: Restaurants
- Read more on Yelp

#20. Bonetti's Pizzeria

- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 697 Walden Ave Buffalo, NY 14211
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

#19. The Phoenix at 269

- Rating: 5.0/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 269 Amherst St Buffalo, NY 14207
- Categories: American (New)
- Read more on Yelp

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#18. Company B. Tasting Room

- Rating: 5.0/5 (13 reviews)
- Address: 1250 Niagara St Ste F Buffalo, NY 14213
- Categories: Cideries, Tapas Bars
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#17. Buffalo Barrel + Brine

- Rating: 5.0/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 155 Chandler St Ste 3 Buffalo, NY 14207
- Categories: Cafes, Cocktail Bars, Hot Dogs
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#16. Dairy Queen Store

- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1102 Abbott Rd Buffalo, NY 14220
- Categories: Fast Food, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Burgers
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#15. Family Thai

- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 150 Babcock St Buffalo, NY 14210
- Categories: Asian Fusion, Thai
- Read more on Yelp

#14. Street Cafe & Halal Food Truck

- Rating: 5.0/5 (10 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Buffalo, NY 14201
- Categories: Food Trucks, Halal
- Read more on Yelp

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#13. Buckminster's Cat Cafe

- Rating: 5.0/5 (37 reviews)
- Address: 577 Niagara St Buffalo, NY 14201
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Pet Adoption, Cafes
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#12. Andy's Sunrise Diner

- Rating: 5.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8550 Sheridan Dr Buffalo, NY 14221
- Categories: Diners
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#11. Pete's Place Food Shop

- Rating: 5.0/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 290 Main St Buffalo, NY 14202
- Categories: Tacos, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
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#10. As-Salam Diner & Kabab House

- Rating: 5.0/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 1389 Bailey Ave Buffalo, NY 14206
- Categories: Indian, Halal, Diners
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#9. Amira's Kitchen

- Rating: 5.0/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 894 Tonawanda St Buffalo, NY 14207
- Categories: Middle Eastern
- Read more on Yelp

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#8. Moriarty Meats Café Bar

- Rating: 5.0/5 (15 reviews)
- Address: 1652 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14207
- Categories: Cafes, Tapas/Small Plates
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#7. The Village Juicery

- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 1020 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Sandwiches, Kombucha
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#6. La Verdad Cafe

- Rating: 5.0/5 (123 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 116 Davey Str Buffalo, NY 14206
- Categories: Smokehouse, Comfort Food, Barbeque
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#5. The Salty Chef's

- Rating: 5.0/5 (12 reviews)
- Address: 111 Genesee St Ste 103 Buffalo, NY 14203
- Categories: American (Traditional), Salad, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp