Beer in Buffalo
In the 19th century, massive amounts of grain came into Buffalo from the Great Lakes, to be transferred to Erie Canal boats bound for the East Coast. But not all of that grain left town – some helped fuel a strong brewing industry. Today, small producers like the Flying Bison Brewing Co. and the Pearl Street Grill and Brewery pay homage to this proud heritage. And if you’re looking for a trappist ale or the perfect stout, you’ll find it at bars like the Blue Monk, Colter Bay Grill and Cole’s.
A list of our local pubs (and stores) serving up the suds are below.
See it for yourself - check out our Buffalo For Real TV webisode on the craft beer scene in Buffalo!
Adam Mickiewicz Library & Dramatic Circle
- 612 Fillmore Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14212
- Phone: (716) 847-0839 Visit Website
Try a visit to Mickiewicz Hall if you long for a truly European experience. Don't be surprised if you don't hear a word of English. Outside of a healthy schedule of social activities, the lounge is…more
Allen Street Hardware Cafe
- 245 Allen Street
- Buffalo, NY 14201
- Phone: (716) 882-8843 Visit Website
The Allen Street Hardware Cafe: Is it the Left Bank in Paris? The East Village in New York? Or is it Allentown, in Buffalo, New York? Food, drink, and atmosphere that's cool and creative. Allen Street…more
Alternative Brews
- 3488 Sheridan Drive
- Amherst, NY 14226
- Phone: (716) 446-0424 Visit Website
Alternative Brews was founded in June of 1995 by Paul Madsen. We offer the largest selection of beers of any pub in the Buffalo area featuring 150 different beers, cigars, and live Blues Music!
Amherst Pizza & Ale House
- 55 Crosspoint Parkway
- Amherst, NY 14068
- Phone: (716) 625-7100 Visit Website
Amherst Pizza & Ale House is a popular full service restaurant & sports bar. Known to locals as a place for award winning pizza & wings serving overgenerous portions made from top quality ingredients.…more
Aurora Brew Works
- 191 Main Street
- East Aurora, NY 14052
- Phone: (716) 652-2337
Aurora Brew Works is part beer store and part bar, you will find a large selection of craft beers that are available for purchase as 6 packs and single bottles. For just an extra $1 you can pay a…more
Blue Monk
- 727 Elmwood Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716) 882-6665 Visit Website
A Belgian Beer Bar with 35+ beers on tap with the majority being Belgian. The bar has a full kitchen and there are plans to incorporate a beer garden in the back. The menu is beer oriented offering…more
Buffalo Brewpub
- 6861 Main Street
- Williamsville, NY 14221
- Phone: (716) 632-0552 Visit Website
New York State's oldest Brewpub, since 1986, with 34 taps pouring fresh pub beer along with a huge selection of draft and bottled beer. Homemade "pub grub" menu is available daily from 11:30am.
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.
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
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
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.
Hertel Lounge
- 1669 Hertel Ave.
- Buffalo, NY 14216
- Phone: (716) 768-4535 Visit Website
Nightclub with live music and drink specials.
Lagerhaus 95
- 95 Perry Street
- Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone: (716) 200-1798 Visit Website
Lagerhaus 95 is a middle European style restaurant, stube and deli located at 95 Perry Street in the City of Buffalo’s historic Cobblestone District. We are adjacent to Buffalo’s Canal Side…more
Mr. Goodbar
- 1110 Elmwood Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716) 882-4000
Whether it's dancing, live music, a place to socialize or a relaxed bar atmosphere that's your forte, Mr. Goodbar offers it all.
Pan American Grill & Brewery
- 391 Washington Street
- Hotel @ The Lafayette
- Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone: (716) 856-0062 Visit Website
Lushly decorated with original 1900's decor, the Pan American Grill & Brewery is a restaurant brewery with seating for 300-plus with a new mezzanine-level bar evoking the rich history of the former…more
Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- 76 Pearl Street
- Buffalo, NY 14202
- Phone: (716) 856-2337 Visit Website
A fun, historic brewpub, featuring signature beers and award-winning entrees. A favorite spot for watching sports game and listening to live music, Pearl Street offers multiple levels of indoor bars…more
Pizza Plant Italian Pub
- 7770 Transit Road
- Williamsville, NY 14221
- Phone: (716) 632-0800 Visit Website
Casual pub atmosphere. Home of the famous Pod. Stuffed pizzas, bread bowl, salads, excellent microbrews and wines.
Pizza Plant Italian Pub
- 5110 Main Street
- Williamsville, NY 14221
- Phone: (716) 626-5566 Visit Website
Casual pub atmosphere. Home of the famous Pod. Stuffed pizzas, bread bowl, salads, excellent microbrews and wines.
Village Beer Merchant
- 1535 Hertel Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14216
- Phone: (716) 881-1080 Visit Website
The Village Beer Merchant is the most unique and complete gourmet food and specialty beer one stop-shop in the City of Buffalo. Located in the heart of Hertel Avenue, VBM offers more than 1,200 crafts…more
Village Beer Merchant
- 547 Elmwood Avenue
- Buffalo, NY 14222
- Phone: (716) 881-1080 Visit Website
The Village Beer Merchant is the most unique and complete gourmet food and specialty beer one stop-shop in the City of Buffalo. Located in the heart of Elmwood Village, VBM offers more than 1,200…more
