(4.5) ~ Very Good Overall Food & Service!…read more DRINKS: ** Steuben Brewing Company, Hometown English Brown Ale (draft) = (4.75) Great Taste! ** Deschutes Black Butte Porter (draft) = (4.70) Very Solid Porter! ** Water (tap) = (4.15) Very good, must be filtered;) ** Coffee = (4) very good * VonTrappBrewing, Hefeweizen Summer Ale = (3.75) Hoppy FOOD: ** Focaccia w. Koji Butter (see photo) = (5) Excellent! So Complex & Best I've had:) ** Buffalo Style Octopus (see photo) = (5) Excellent! ** Pineapple Pavlova (see photo) = (5) Excellent! Best I've had:) ** Wood Roasted Carrots (see photo) = (4.5) Smokey! ** Chocolate Hazelnut Torte = (4.25) Very good ** House Pickled Vegetables (see photo) = (4) very good ** Double Cut Pork Chop = (4) very good

You know the saying "you get what you pay for"? This place is what they were talking about, but on…read morethe good side of that adage. It's pricy, but it's REALLY good. Hubs and I came for dinner with four friends a couple weeks back and though it was a splurge, I have no regrets. Everything I had was delicious. We had: Focaccia Roasted Carrots Wagyu strip Rhubarb Panna Cotta Pineapple Pavlova I also had a Freakin' Beacon mocktail. Everything was SO GOOD. That focaccia was like no other focaccia I'd ever had but was delicious; crisp on the outside, soft on the inside. The steak (med rare) was perfect to me, hubs thought it was a tiny bit too rare for him. It was super tender and easy to eat, perfect char. I couldn't eat the chimmichurri it came with as it has Thai basil (not usual in chimmichurri, but I'm allergic, and the server was very good about asking about allergies) but honestly, it didn't need it. That steak stood on its own. Both desserts were delicious, but to my surprise I think the pavlova was even better than the panna cotta (and I love panna cotta). The portions were very generous and I was pretty stuffed by the time I got home. Our portion of the bill was over $200 (hubs also had some cocktails and the steak alone was almost $90) but it was so good, we'll want to come back when we're in town for sure.

On a recent trip to Buffalo we stumbled upon The Dapper Goose and were so impressed. The menu items…read moreare sourced locally and created with thoughtfulness. We both enjoyed our meals, and the atmosphere was very cozy and welcoming. we will definitely be back!

Some friends, my husband and I came here for dinner a couple weeks back when visiting the area, and…read morefound both hits and misses. The service was very good and it's a cute spot that I'd be willing to come back to. The best thing we had BY FAR were the beef croquettes. These were perfect, and I could have made a meal out of them. They had a tender birria like shredded meat inside with some cheese and probably some potato, I can't even remember but I do remember that everyone loved these. We also ordered asparagus, the Korean Fried Chicken, the shrimp with potatoes (all small plates) and one of my friends ordered the duck entree. My husband and friends had cocktails and mocktails; I didn't order one because they said they had nothing that was sweet. Incidental pet peeve: Saying "all our cocktails are balanced". I get it, you want to brag. But, some of us like things that are sweet, or as in the case of one of my friends, decidedly NOT sweet. If all of your cocktails are balanced the same way, it gives little useful info on what to order. I will respond to this by NOT ordering and sticking to tap water. I'd prefer it if you have a little something sweet and a little something not-sweet on the menu for those of us who don't actually want "perfectly balanced". That said, I did have a sip of the cocktails the others ordered. To my surprise, I liked the Broken Garden Tools. Though it wasn't particularly sweet it was also not super sour/tart and it was refreshing. I *could* have ordered that one, but I never would have known it from the description. I didn't like any of the others I tasted, but I can't remember what those were. Since I don't like whisky and I prefer sweet drinks, don't take this to mean that they don't have good drinks - the others enjoyed theirs, they just weren't to MY taste. Of the other dishes, I liked the cabbage that was on my friend's duck plate (I didn't try the duck). The asparagus was fine. The shrimp and potatoes was ok but not as good as I'd hoped for. And honestly, I didn't love the KFC. It didn't seem to be twice-fried and super crispy like KFC should be, and the sauce to me wasn't balanced between the sweet and spicy flavors I prefer. However, my husband liked it very well. The only other thing I'd caution is to double check ingredients. There was a dish ordered (I can't remember which now, some kind of bread maybe, but not listed as a bruschetta) that said it contained rosemary among other things but did not list basil. We saw no rosemary at all, but a lot of basil, which I can't eat. So I didn't have any. The others shared it. I would have been more disappointed had it been my selection. My friend noted that the server did not ask us about any food allergies, which, if your menu doesn't accurately list its contents, is problematic. Fortunately I know what basil looks like so no harm done. All in all, I would return, get lots of croquettes, order a Broken Garden Tools, and maybe try some other things we didn't get to. But I'd double check all the ingredients.

I came here on a Thursday night and my experience was alright. We had to order at the bar so I…read morecan't blame the bartender for taking a long time as he was tending the bar and grabbing everyone's food. I ordered the burning buffalo club which included smoked turkey, bacon, stuffed banana pepper spread, lettuce, tomato, and cajun remoulade on grilled sourdough. It was overall pretty tasty and the portions were huge.

Food is great, really good cocktail list. The burger was really juicy and tons of friesread more

Pictured: French onion soup, Reuben, and Pop's steak sandwich…read more BuffaliciousBites gives Mike & Pop's Bistro & Tavern 5 stars!

Went to Mike and Pops on 5/2 (4 adults and 2 small children). After waiting 40 minutes for food to…read morearrive, 2 of the adults left with the children as they needed.to eat at a reasonable hour. At that time we asked that the food be packaged to go. it took another 20 minutes for the food to be packaged to go. One would expect that after a 40 minute wait the food would have been ready to be packaged to go. A waiter came over and seeing the frustration inquired. Foolishly he attempted to excuse the delay that it was a busy restaurant. He continued to express this lame excuse several times. He never heard or understood what I was saying and never accepted responsibility for this failure or apologized. He just seemed to be saying I should expect this type of service at mike and pos We have been to this restaurant several times but will not be returning as the service is horrible and the staff does not know how to deal with customer issues and complaints. I do not have to deal with waiter arrogance when dining.

Our family loves the Phoenix at 269. There usually is a group of seven of us that always select…read morethis restaurant for our special occasions.Dave and his staff are always so pleasant and accommodating plus the food is always delicious and amazing.I highly recommend visiting this restaurant not only for special occasions but anytime.

What a find!!! Was too late to make it to a nearby Thai place and this was our plan B for siblings…read morenight. First visit, won't be our last. Great service from Renee who was very accommodating, patient and knowledgeable. Upon walking in the restaurant is intimate, prohibition era like, romantic, yet homey vibes. The food was VERY good. Started with one of the BEST mushroom soups I've ever had. Mushrooms were thick cut, broth was very tasty ..a cup of love that think could win over a non mushroom eater. I had the meatloaf, mashed potatoes and carrots and surprisingly the star of the show was the carrots. The mains, although good didn't leave me wondering how in the world did they made them like the carrots did. They were sweet and savory, cooked perfectly with great texture and taste. My guests had the Salmon burger and another, the Lamb. Tasted my sister's salmon burger and it was amazing. I'll be coming back to have my own. Salmon was meaty, seasoned well, on a soft brioche bun. I also don't know what the sauce was they made to go with it but it added the perfect compliment. My brother's lamb was TENDER, cooked perfectly and seasoned to perfection. I'll be back for that too when they add a couple more chops to the plate. It was delicious, but the lamb chops were tiny and there were only four. THE DESSERT::: soooo good... definitely appreciated the HOMEMADE taste of the chocolate tart. Three people shared it and with the first bite I could tell that was a mistake. Next time I'll get my own for sure. Pro's- Quality food, great service, decent pricing Con's- Size of Lamb and Hibiscus Spritzer was definitely missing something.

What we ordered: Pretzel rolls with cheese sauce - $8.99…read moreChicken hoagie with peppers & onions - $15.99 Beef on Weck - $16.99 Pros: *Cozy, lively atmosphere without being too loud *Beautiful location next to the park *Unique and curated decor Cons: *I felt both sandwiches were overpriced for their serving size *I REALLY wish they didn't use single-use plastics for the dressings. And the one for the au jus was way too small to dip the sandwich

The Park Meadow has a great Buffalo feel. Back in the day, this place had a college party…read morereputation but, those days are long gone. Arriving on a Friday to meet for dinner, I was early and took my place in the barroom. There's also a front room and a back for dining. There is so much Buffalo memorabilia here, you would never get bored looking at it. The friendly tender gave me a beer and a greeting. As the group arrived, some kind people moved down so we had more seats. We asked for a 6 top and were happy to wait a bit. The place filled up. I noticed a number of neighborhood residents who had walked or biked over. We were sat and brought fresh drinks. I never mind a wait on a busy night as long as the server checks in and keeps up on the drinks. We did wait about an hour which is a little much when your glass is empty. I'd give 5 stars but, we were left looking for either a drink or dinner. When we were served, everything was great. I had a standard fish fry, fries & slaw. The fish was delicious and the sides were good. The fish burrito was a nice alternative and the vegetarian in our group enjoyed the impossible burger. In the past, I've had the lamb melt and it's definitely worth mentioning. As it's located right across from the zoo, parking can be tricky but, it's worth the effort.

5/5 stars The food…read morewas delicious, we came for brunch. The service was great! We never had to wait. The vibe inside of very garage-esque! I can't wait to bring my husband here. He's gonna love it.

First time here. Great atmosphere and service. Went with a friend for breakfast and we were not…read morerushed as we wanted to stay and chat a while. Recommend

This restaurant is super small, so I recommend making a reservation. Because it's so small inside,…read morethere was only one waitress. She was super nice! The menu is also small, and recently updated. There is an Asian influence that ends at the appetizers. We started with the wontons. These were a little underwhelming, but still good. We each got a pasta dish for dinner. Our pastas were fantastic. The pasta is made in house, and it's very clear to see. I got the cavatelli in vodka sauce and my husband got the short rib pappardelle.

What an amazing restaurant ! Randomly stopped by as it was near my hotel for a biz trip and SO…read morehappy I stopped in! We had Brie, Calamari, Short Rib Ragu ... wow wow WOW. Amazing quality and superior service! What a wonderful gem of a find !

Fish fry was delicious as were all the sides, Mac salad, Cole slaw, potato salad and fries. Had a…read morelemon drop martini that was also delicious. Our server was great! Friendly, helpful and funny! Lots of seating. Street parking. Very busy but great service!!

Love the Wellington! My family and I go a handful of times a year. Something for everyone even the…read morekids. The kids pizza they let them customize with whatever toppings they want and they even accommodate my little one who loves pineapple and ham pizza! All the sandwiches are good but notable is the pub club, the hot roast beef, and the wraps for us. Wings are great here! Servers are always nice and it had a really homey local feel. Always look forward to our next stop in!

I *rarely* give 5 stars…read more The bbq here is Ah-mazing!!! What a great local spot! Went in at the end of the night in the middle of the week. Still had all menu items available, and the food was fresh, tender, and super flavorful! Got the RBT family style platter it was more than enough food for four of us. Ribs were falling off the bone tender, had both smoked wings and buffalo style wings which were done perfectly, and their brisket is fantastic! Tried hamburger egg roll app, and a variety of sides. Customer service was stellar! Trevor made great suggestions helped us decide what to get for our small party and gave excellent service.... Super friendly, attentive service.

The food here is absolutely BOMB. Honestly, if this place served late night in house and delivery,…read moreeven a reduced bar menu...they'd probably kill it. Buffalo is not exactly known for quality late night bites with the exception of a few solid spots. Roaming Bison has the product, location, and food truck right outside to meet an majorly underserved demographic. Also, it would be so cool to see a fish option on future visits. The catfish pics on Yelp look incredible and we were a little bummed it wasn't on the menu...although everything we did have was beyond. Ribs: sic. Brisket: beautiful bark. Sides: collard greens, mac & chz, corn cake...fantastic. We look forward to coming back to try the eggplant wings. Oh and the service was perfectly Buffalo.....authentic and warm hearted.