Headed downtown to catch some on-ice action at Key Bank Center? Whether you have tickets to cheer on the Sabers or the Bandits, or your favorite artist is in town, if you’re looking to grab a bite to eat in the Queen City, we know the places to go. From restaurants to cafes to bars, there are plenty of places to eat just minutes from Key Bank Center and Canalside.
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Ballyhoo Links & Drinks
211 South Park Avenue Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$
AmericanDeli Sandwiches
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
SOB says: A cobblestone neighborhood favourite, Ballyhoo is as enjoyable inside as it is out. They offer homemade sausages and sides, artisanal cocktails…
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DiTondo
370 Seneca Street Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$
Italian
Buffalo
Quick casual/counter service
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E Coffee
487 Main St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $
American
Buffalo
Cafe / Coffee Shop
Come join us for breakfast and lunch! We serve a variety of coffees, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes & French toast, omelettes, soups, salads, specialty…
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Man and Lobo
149 Swan Street Ste 1 Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
Mexican
Buffalo
Quick casual/counter service
Man and Lobo. Buffalo’s newest taco and tequila bar. Hombre y Lobo – or Man and Wolf in Spanish, represents Ryan’s childlike excitement…
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My Friend Restaurant
298 Main St (Cathedral Park side) Buffalo, NY 14202 • $$$
French
Buffalo
Casual Dining, Catering
About Mon Ami Restaurant: Nestled in the heart of downtown Buffalo, Mon Ami offers a French-American inspired menu that showcases both French tradition…
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Alternate Demi-Brewery at Seneca One
1 Seneca Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $
Beer bar/roomBrewery
On line
Quick casual/counter service
Other Half Brewing at Seneca One is open for drinks on site and drinks to go! Hang out and hang out with friends and family for can and bottle pours…
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Panorama of Seven
95 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$
new american
Buffalo
Casual table service, Gourmet cuisine
Enjoy the best views of Buffalo, Lake Erie, and Canalside while serving Prohibition-style cocktails and browsing a Southern European and local Buffalo…
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Pearl Street Grill & Brasserie
76 Pearl St Buffalo, NY 14202 • $$
AmericanBrewerybuffalo foodBurgersDeli Sandwichespub food
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
Pearl Street Grill $Brew Pub is America’s second largest brewpub. Downtown’s premier spot for pre/post games Sabres, Bison or Bandits, any First Niagara,…
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Pete’s Place Food Store
290 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14202 • $
MexicanDeli Sandwiches
Buffalo
Quick casual/counter service
Fast and friendly service, fresh local ingredients, classic lunch dishes, culturally infused menu items, every meal prepared and cooked to order. …
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Pizza Plant Italian Pub – Canalside
125 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
PizzaItalian
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
Spreading beer, wine and a love of good food across Buffalo. – Home to some of Buffalo’s most delicious food, beer and wine for 40 years! …
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Southern Tier Brewing Co. – Buffalo
7 Scott St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
Americanpub food
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
Open! Bringing a Southern Tier craft beer experience to the good people of Buffalo! The Southern Tier Brewing Company Tavern in Buffalo is a trademark…
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Swannie House
170 Ohio St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $
Americanbuffalo foodBurgersIrish
southern buffalo
Casual Table Service, Take-out
SOB says: If you’re looking for quality pub food with an atmosphere and a historic feel, then Swannie House is calling. Do not let…
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Templeton Landing Restaurant
2 Templeton Terrace Buffalo, NY 14202 • $$
American
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
Templeton Landing Restaurant and Special Events are now open for the season! Enjoy the #BestSpotInBuff with fresh, tiki-inspired seafood…
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The draft room
79 Perry Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
AmericanBreweryBurgersPizzapub food
Buffalo
Bar
“Beer and the Buffalo Sabers are a match made in hockey heaven, so it only makes sense that our friends at Labatt USA would open a flagship brewing operation…
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Cave
60 Niagara Street Buffalo, NY 14202 • $$
ItalianPizzaAmerican
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
A local, family-run Italian restaurant showcasing the culinary talent of Chef Richard! …
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The Rose Bar and Grille
199 Scott St Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$
Americanbuffalo foodBurgers
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
Located in the Fairmont Building in downtown Buffalo, the Rose Bar $Grille offers a variety of great food $drinks in a great atmosphere. Whether it be…
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38 Swan Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
pub foodAmericanBurgers
Buffalo
Casual dinner service
Buffalo’s premier Sports Bar $ Eatery. Join us for a cold drink, exceptional food, friendly fans $ fun for all KeyBank Center, Coca-Cola Field $ Canalside…
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