This was SCRUMPTIOUS!!!! Like wow. That chicken celery and Gorgonzola soup was one of the best soups I have ever had, I will be chasing the high of this lunch for a while because idk when that soup will come back! The sandwich was also so so tasty I love this place so much!!! read more

City Fare Cafe + Catering - Chicken celery and Gorgonzola soup - Cafes Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Stopped in after filing some legal documents downtown; didn't know this place existed prior. It's a quiet little lunch spot that sees geared solely towards the downtown lunch crowd, given that they're only open between 11am and 2pm Monday through Friday. I feel like if downtown Buffalo wasn't so dead outside the workday, they should consider staying open longer, but I respect the owner's circumstances. The dining room itself is quite pleasant, decorated with cute cottage-like motifs. Nothing over the top, just enough to feel homey. The menu too was relatively minimalistic; seven sandwiches, five salads, two or three daily soups, and other snacks, drinks and a few deli goods. Not a demerit for me; that often tells me that put more emphasis on quality than variety, and that was certainly the case here. Ordered the tomato, roasted garlic and spinach soup, in addition to the Hungry Hungry Hipster salad. The soup was super flavorful and savory, with each of the main components in the bar featuring prominently. The garlic was not covered up by the tomato in the broth, and the spinach give very mild bitterness that balanced the bowl. Likewise, the salad was super fresh, filling, and bursting with flavor, with a base of tender kale on a bed of quinoa, brimming with sweet fruits like red apples, figs and date bits, tart fruits like Granny Smith apples and cranberries, topped with nutty Manchego cheese and a sweetly-spiced maple-mustard vinaigrette, and ringed with mini roast chicken cutlets ($2.50 Extra). Nothing about this salad was lacking in my opinion. The owners even dropped off a piece of candy at my table as I finished; I don't generally eat mass-produced confections but it was a very sweet gesture. Overall, I was very pleased to find this place for lunch and highly encourage anyone who happens to be in downtown Buffalo at midday to stop in. A true "hidden gem" that the influencers ironically haven't found yet. Keep in mind, as other reviewers have noted, they are a bit pricey, but I'd happily pay a bit more for this kind of quality from a small business any day. read more

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Super healthy and fresh food, speedy service and interesting specials - hard to beat downtown!

I tried their malibu barbie sandwich and it is so tasty. Definitely will visit again though it is not open on weekends

Really good sandwiches. A bit pricey but everything is fresh and it's good size. Quick service too!

Great food with great service. I've had almost everything on the menu. Large and tasty sandwiches with really good soups. Great lunch place I frequent often. read more

I always enjoy lunch from City Fare. Fresh, homemade and delicious. All the menu items are delicious. Today I had a hankering for some veg and I ordered the hoda kotb Mediterranean plate. It looked so big when the plate was set before me but I finished it. Fresh sliced tomatoes, crispy cucumbers. Beware the chili sauce had a kick. read more

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This is a cute small restaurant across from the office where I work. I've been wanting to stop in for awhile now and I'm so glad I did. I spoke with one of the employees and the owner. I ordered their special today, which was half of a tuna sandwich and either black bean and chorizo soup or beef vegetable soup. I think you could get a salad, instead of the soup, as a combo. They asked if they could put sour cream and something else on top of the soup. I said sure. The soup was fantastic, as was the sandwich. They gave me a small piece of crusty bread with the sandwich. They also included a small soft mint in the box with the half of a sandwich. I loved my experience here and I'll definitely be back soon. If you're in the area, you should check this place out. Their hours are 11am-3pm Monday through Saturday. read more

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Nicest people in the world own this place! And the food quality & atmosphere can't be beat. My favorite is the cauliflower or broccoli & cheddar, but truth is...I've never had a bad soup here. I almost always get the Malibu Barbie, and as much as I try to save 1/2 for later--I'm rarely successful--b/c despite getting full very quickly, the sandwich is so good I can't stop. I cannot say enough great things about this place, and I'm shocked I've not yet left a review for my favorite lunch spot in the entire city. Go there and watch the free entertainment through the front window (aka as downtown Bflo). read more

If you like soup & sandwiches, you can't do any better than this lunch spot! Fresh meats, superior breads, and the soups are better than anything your mom or grammy could ever make! read more

Came here for lunch and got a combo (half sandwich and a bowl of soup). This is truly a great deal because both were delicious, and came out quickly as well. I came during the lunch hour, during the week, and it was busy but the line was moving relatively quickly. Great place to dine in or take out. Definitely will come here again! read more

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One of the best spots in Buffalo for lunch (especially downtown). Owned and operated by a wife and husband they have fresh home made items. The pastries are phenomenal and decor is good. Small negatives are that there is no Wi-Fi and that when they get busy it can get a bit intense and feel a tad chaotic. Overall a great option read more

City Fare Cafe + Catering - Cafes Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I have visited this place 3 times within the last couple of weeks before I decided to settle on a 5 star review. It honestly has some of the best cream based soups I have ever have , both the cauliflower and potato soups were excellent ! All sandwiches are tasty too, breads taste fresh and they had an interesting avocado spread on their one Turkey sandwich (I would have never thought to pair turkey and avocado together, but I am now onboard) . It's easy to go over my $10 lunch budget there, but sizes are generous and can easily provide 2 meals. Owners are friendly and always thank me for the business. I only wish they had more of a selection on their menu . Only about 2-3 soups , 3 salads , and 6 or so sandwiches on their menu . Maybe they will expand with time! read more

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We visit this little cafe every time we come to Buffalo. The family that owns and works it is so so sweet and funny, and the food is generously portioned and freshly prepared. We always get the lunch combo, and my kiddo amazes me by managing to finish the whole thing. My Onassis salad is fresh and crisp and perfect every time, and the tempeh dish my mom got today was delish, definitely grabbing that next time! The roast beef special they had today looked incredible, too... you can't go wrong! read more

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The food here is always spot on and the service is great! Do yourself a favor and stop for lunch.

I happened upon this cafe walking down Main Street so I decided to try it. It's really adorable inside, with a nice set of seats facing Main Street should you want to watch the activity. They have a handful of sandwiches, a few soups and salads, and some tasty looking baked goods. I tried the number 3, Tempeh of Doom (cute). It's basically a tempeh banh mi, and it was delicious. Be warned though - the sucker is spicy! Ask for no jalapeño and/or sriracha mayo on the side if you have a milder palate. It comes with a few pickles that were yummy, I wonder if they are made in house? Next I will try one of their salads. On the menu in the future I would like to see a chicken sandwich and a small side salad. It would also be nice to add a side to the sandwiches, like $1 up charge to add the small salad, or bean salad, or even chips. I'll be back!! read more

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Walked in single digit Temps on a Saturday am to-give our business to to a local cafe but they were closed despite their website saying they were open. Basic stuff that should be corrected- COVID is over and shops should stay open during their posted hours. read more

Ordered Catering from Missy last week for a luncheon with important clientele: Received a variety of deli sandwiches (which had a lot of meat in them) with dressings on the side, salad with dressings o/s, a good selection of sodas and yummy homemade cookies. Everything was delivered on time. Everyone was so pleased with the catered lunch that I was requested to order from City Fare again! This time we ordered 4 sandwiches and 2 salads. I had the hungry hungry hipster without chicken and i am very pleased with my meal. Will be ordering again soon. read more

I've taken out food from this establishment for many years when my employer was located directly across the street. Excellent food, and great folks who run this business. No matter what I ate it was delicious. Five stars and if you haven't eaten there, you should. read more

The sandwiches for lunch are always great. Very large. Fresh ingredients and made so quickly. I love getting my lunch here during my workweek. read more

Came here for lunch with a friend and the food was delicious. Had the roasted red pepper soup and the hungry hippy kale salad. Service was great, friendly and we got our food quick. The place is very clean and had some chairs/tables to sit at. read more

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Love the soup, but at almost $6 it shouldn't come at 3/4 full :( hoping they can change this practice as I do enjoy their lunch read more

City Fare Cafe + Catering - Love their soup, but at almost $6 it shouldn't come 3/4 full :( - Cafes Near Me - Buffalo, New York

The staff is magnificent! Always pleasant and kind. The daily 1/2 sandwich and soup specials are wonderfully tasty and a must have! Favorite soup is the tomato bisque! read more

Kind of hidden, but worth stopping in. I've walked by a few times and finally decided to give it a try when I was running low on lunch place inspiration. Definitely glad I did, and I will be sure to add it to my rotation. This is a nice little café. The menu is small (10 main items), but it has a wide range of options. There are several sandwiches, salads, and soups. It also has some pastries that looked yummy. Order at the counter and they bring the food to you. I got the banh mi to go, and it was quite tasty - although a bit spicy (be warned!). It was the perfect amount of food for lunch. However, there is an option to add potato salad or cole slaw for $1 if you're feeling the need for a little something more. A few of the other sandwiches caught my eye, so I will be sure to come back to try them. Although I took my food to go, the vibe is pretty tranquil and I think eating in would be a lovely experience. read more

Great place for a quick and easy lunch when working downtown. Lunch specials are very good. You get a half deli sandwich and a BOWL of soup for $12. The place is clean and service is super quick. They have a good operation and they have creative food options. They do a very good job. I've made it a regular place because I like their variety and their daily specials are unbeatable. Roast Beef, Turkey, Ham and Swiss, Broccoli Cheddar, Chipotle, Split Pea, Chicken Curry, I've had it all...and it's good every time. read more

Wow had the Hoda Kotb and it was delicious especially the flavorful spicy pepper sauce. Everything was tasty, fresh and felt refreshing yet filling. Would definitely recommend read more

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Friendly staff, cute ambiance. I ordered the Malibu Barbie and I highly recommend!!! It was delicious!

I stopped by this lovely cafe today for lunch. Staff were wearing masks and gloves and they were pleasant and helpful. Prices were reasonable and portions were medium- to large-sized. The mushroom-asparagus soup and chocolate chip cookie with walnuts were delicious. The salad greens were fine but the vinaigrette dressing tasted too vinegary and looked and tasted like it came out of a bottle. I look forward to eating here again but will steer clear of the vinaigrette dressing. read more

New lunch option downtown - tried the #6 Bay of Pigs Cuban sandwich and the soup of the day beef barley for takeout. Food was excellent - among the best I've had downtown. And they had glass bottles of Mexican Coke. Very nice interior space, order at counter and food is brought to table on glassware if eating in. Food coming out looked more like an upscale restaurant than a quick lunch cafe. Business was brisk at the lunch hour. read more

Wow, what a great find! In town for business and came across this little gem through yelp. Great fresh made sandwiches with home roasted pork or turkey. Everything is fresh and the people are very friendly and accommodating. read more

I've been a couple of times and had the bahn mi - it's a pleasure to go somewhere that offers something other than hummus or salad for vegetarians. The food was excellent - fresh and tasty - and the service was pleasant and efficient - both to me, and to other customers. I will definitely be back. read more

Stoped in for lunch and was easily temped by the freshly made split pea and ham soup. It was excellent and I followed it by a simple but delicious turkey sandwich. Very simple but made with quality ingredients and made with love. I will definitely be back to try lots of other items. If you are in downtown Buffalo and want a good lunch be sure to come here! read more

On my third visit so far. Sandwiches are great. The #5 is by far my favorite. Great clam and corn chowder as well. 2nd week in operation and so far so good! read more

Cute little cafe with great sandwiches and salads. The staff was so friendly and service was great. It's a small cafe and very clean. Felt like a family home cafe. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

I just had lunch here with a friend and we left full and satisfied! The sandwiches were massive and delicious. I really appreciate that they sourced local bread from the Bread Hive bakery, quality pickles too! I even left with a peanut butter cookie that was delightful. I look forward to coming back and trying a salad next time! Everyone was really friendly and the space was very cozy and clean! read more