Nightlife
Buffalo has always had a reputation for being a city that knows how to party. With a number of distinct nightlife districts spread across town, you'll never be far from a wealth of watering holes and a whole night to find them, with last call at 4 a.m. There are plenty of nightspots found on Allen Street, along Elmwood Avenue, in University Heights and on Hertel Avenue in North Buffalo, but the region's nightlife mecca is the Chippewa Entertainment District in the heart of downtown. This multi-block strip of bars, clubs, restaurants and coffee shops serves up an eclectic menu of entertainment options.
You’ll find plenty of people any night at the trendy SoHo Burger Bar and caffeinated cool at Spot Coffee. It's country in the city at Buckin' Buffalo Saloon where the daring can ride the only mechanical buffalo in the U.S.
In the summer months, check out Skybar, a rooftop patio and nightclub that sits high above the city, offering unbeatable views. Or check out a concert at the Town Ballroom or the Tralf in the Theatre District. These hip venues feature musical performers of all genres - both underground and mainstream.
If you're interested in sampling some interesting twists on barley and hops, check out Buffalo's craft beer scene.
Cathode Ray
- 26 Allen Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 884-3615 Visit Website
Offering daily happy hour specials, Cathode Ray gay bar nightclub & lounge is located in the heart of historic Allentown.
Central Park Grill
- 2519 Main Street
- Buffalo, NY 14214
- Phone: (716) 836-9466
At the Central Park Grill, you always have a seat....come hang out on our 3-tier patio deck and watch the game or come visit us during happy hour and just chill out & relax in comfort...rain or shine!
Cheezie's Little Vegas
- 35 Kane Street
- Lackawanna, NY 14218
After you visit the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens, travel near the site of the former Bethlehem Steel plant to visit the last of the steel mill-era taverns. Kane Street is strategically…more
City Tavern
- 51 West Chippewa Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 855-1330
City Tavern offers casual fare in a bar atmosphere.
Club Infinity
- 8166 Main Street
- Williamsville, NY 14221
- Phone: (716) 810-9745 Visit Website
Club Infinity comes fully equipped with a huge stage , state of the art sound and lights, a beautiful hard wood dance floor, and plenty of parking that can handle up to 1000 guests! Hit up Country…more
Club Marcella
- 622 Main Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 847-6850 Visit Website
Club Marcella has Buffalo's finest drag performers and some of the best dance music for all. It also is the home of some of the most anticipated events in the city, including the Curtain Up Main…more
Cobblestone Bar
- 130 South Park Ave.
- Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone: (716) 848-1930 Visit Website
Cobblestone established in 1999 next to First Niagara Center and is a great meeting place for food, drinks and entertainment with a casual atmosphere. Built in 1860, Cobblestone is all that remains of…more
Cole's
- 1104 Elmwood Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716) 886-1449 Visit Website
Featuring Buffalo's best draft beer selection and winner of the "Best Burger in Buffalo" award. Located on the Elmwood Strip, 1/2 mile south of the Albright-Knox Art Gallery.
Colored Musicians Club
- 145 Broadway
- Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone: (716)855-9383 Visit Website
The Colored Musicians Club is the only remaining African American club of its kind in the United States. In 1999, it was designated a historical preservation site. Currently, the Club is promoting…more
Colter Bay Grill
- 561 Delaware Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 882-1330 Visit Website
This restaurant features a variety of traditional pub food with a spin and also has over twenty-five types of draft beers.
Community Beer Works
- 15 Lafayette Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14213
- Phone: (716) 759-4677 Visit Website
We’re a 1.5 bbl brewery: that’s one and a half barrels, or about 47 US gallons, per batch. We brew on a three burner Psychobrew system using Stout kettles. Generally we do a double batch every…more
Crazy Jake's
- 26 Webster Street
- North Tonawanda, NY 14120
- Phone: (716) 693-9309 Visit Website
Located just 400 feet from North Tonawanda's Gateway Harbor on the Erie Canal, Crazy Jake's features a new menu of lunch, dinner, and late-night fare. Crazy Jake's also features an extensive beer and…more
D'arcy McGees Irish Pub
- 257 Franklin Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 853-3600 Visit Website
Offering freshly prepared authentic Irish food and drink that are sure to bring a smile to your face, joy to your stomach and a hearty laugh to your heart.
Danny's
- 3715 Genesee Street
- Cheektowaga, NY 14225
- Phone: 716-634-1780 Visit Website
Our atmosphere is casual dining. We specialize in chicken, steaks, fresh seafood and an awesome salad bar. Our banquet facilities seat 25 - 70 with full bar service.
Darien Lake Amusement Park
- 9993 Allegheny Road
- PO Box 91
- Darien Center, NY 14040
- Phone: (585) 599-4641 Visit Website
Darien Lake Resort is New York's largest combination Theme Park and Water Park Resort. Get a combo ticket and explore the best of both worlds - Darien Lake Theme Park and new SplashTown Water Park!…more
Del Denby Tavern
- 1553 Hertel Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14216
- Phone: (716) 837-5360
This locals bar has been a longtime staple to the Hertel strip.
Dingens Sports Bar & Grill
- 601 Dingens Street
- (adjacent to the Galleria Inn & Suites)
- Buffalo, NY 14206
- Phone: (716) 895-3980 Visit Website
Delicious Dinners... Thick, Juicy Burger... Nostalgic Diner Specialties... add a whole lot of fun and what have you got? A classic American good time at Max's Classic American Grill!
Duke's Bohemian Grove Bar
- 253 Allen Street
- Buffalo, NY 14201
- Phone: (716) 240-9359 Visit Website
Formerly Staples of Allentown, and otherwise known as DBGB is a popular bar & music club.
Dukes Bohemian Grove Bar
- 253 Allen St.
- Buffalo, NY 14201
- Phone: (716) 240-9359 Visit Website
Live music, drinks and great food such as oysters, clams, BBQ wings, and more.
Eden Lounge
- 391 Ellicott St.
- Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone: (716) 844-3352 Visit Website
Nightclub and lounge - mix of live music, happy hours, jazz, blues and country, and late night techno.
Epic Restaurant
- 431 Elmwood Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716) 883-3742 Visit Website
Trendy hot spot for food, drinks and occasional live music.
Flying Bison Brewery
- 491 Ontario Street
- Buffalo, NY 14207
- Phone: (716) 873-1557 Visit Website
Flying Bison Brewing Company is a packaging brewery located in the city of Buffalo, and the first stand alone brewery to operate in the city proper since Iroquois Brewing closed its doors in 1972. An…more
Foster's Lounge
- 694 Jefferson Ave.
- Buffalo, NY 14204
- Phone: (716) 855-9598
Urban adult, bar, dancing & food.
Founding Fathers Pub
- 75 Edward Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 855-8944
Just on the edge of Allentown, Founding Fathers offers a relaxed atmosphere for a drink or dining.
Fountain Blue Lounge
- 943 Kensington Ave.
- Buffalo, NY 14215
- Phone: (716) 836-8846
Urban, adult R&B lounge
