A friend and I came to The Ridge West Seneca earlier in 2026 for a late dinner, well, he had dinner…read moreand I enjoyed a few St. Patrick's Day-themed cocktails. After seeing his dinner though, I was kicking myself for not ordering food. Recently, I had the opportunity to rectify that and I'm glad I did! Around 5:30pm on a Thursday, I pulled into the huge parking lot (which looking at my first review, is now paved!) and found a spot pretty close to the main entrance. Walking in, there's a host stand straight ahead with a brewery to the right and the dining room to the left. I took a moment to wander around and came away impressed with how large The Ridge West Seneca is. Afterward, I found most of my group had been seated at a both right near the entrance. Cups and glass bottles of water were spread out and menus were laid in front of us. I had a pretty good idea of what I wanted to order but looking over the menu, The Ridge has a great variety of food. Our waitress was great with our group of five, one being a (almost) two-year-old. Our waitress was friendly, personable, did a great job checking on us throughout the evening, I know I was at ease throughout the evening. After a few minutes looking at the menu, we all placed our orders and then sat back and caught up. As I mentioned earlier, it's very spacious inside with music playing over the speakers, some TVs playing sports, and plenty of people enjoying the evening. I've seen The Ridge advertise their outdoor patio and seeing it in person, it looked awesome! The turnaround time from ordering to our dinners arriving was very reasonable, what I would expect for a group our size. For dinner, I ordered their Rustler Burger (8 oz. burger topped with cheddar cheese, a couple strips of bacon, BBQ sauce, crispy onion strings, fried jalapenos, and siracha aioli between a toasted brioche bun), cooked "medium", with a side of fries and their roasted red pepper fry sauce. The burger was excellent!! A hearty patty, cooked to a perfect "medium", topped with nice, big, crispy pieces of bacon, nicely melted cheddar cheese and plenty of crispy onion strings and fried jalapenos on both the top and bottom! The siracha aioli was creamy with a nice spicy, slightly sweet flavor. The fries were cooked perfectly - not soft but not crunchy, perfectly crispy and nicely seasoned. The roasted red pepper fry sauce had a thick texture and great, almost smoky flavor. They have several other fry sauces to pick from so I'll switch it up the next time I come. The portion sizes here are excellent - I've been to other restaurants where their side of fries is... weak, but The Ridge West Seneca, between the generous amount of fries and the big burger, I was far from disappointed! For the price, between the excellent quality and great portions, I thought the price was in-line, very reasonable! I, and the group I was with, had a great experience at The Ridge West Seneca! Friendly staff, great food (both quality and portions), and a cool atmosphere. Whenever I have friends or family in town, I would not hesitate bringing them to The Ridge West Seneca - I know I'm looking forward to coming back again!

This place will definitely be added to my frequent dining locations! An absolute hidden gem in West…read moreSeneca. Decent prices for large portions of amazing food. We got the Viking Stinger Mac and Sunrise Smash burger. Both phenomenal dishes, and the French fries were some of the best I've had in the area. Make sure that if you're getting the Mac that you're ready to carb load because this was definitely not a healthy dish but a great indulgence. The restaurant itself has a relaxed atmosphere with indoor and outdoor dining along with a bar. Inside was a bit noisier so we went outside and even though it's off a main road, the vibe was still good. Service was quick for a Sunday evening. We will definitely be back at this location soon!

The place doesn't look like a lot from the outside, but inside is beautiful with the picture is…read moreview of Cazanovia creek. Looking at the back window, he would never realize you were in South Buffalo. The manual for the usual bar, fair and some interesting options. I got the scotch chicken sandwich. Food was outstanding, and the people were exceptionally friendly.

Stopped in for dinner with friends. We were seated right away and ordered drinks which came out…read morepromptly. One of us started with French onion soup and it was really flavorful and delicious. I had the chicken ceasar sandwich which was excellent, crispy chicken and nicely dressed romaine on top. The fries were delicious. The chicken Milanese was also really good. The waitress was friendly and attentive. We definitely will go back again for dinner!

The American Legion in Brocton is open to the public. Great atmosphere friendly people. Fun…read morebartenders. The fish fry on Friday is well known throughout the area it's a must try

Everything is good there. Food,service and drinks. We especially love the seafood and fish frys on…read moreFridays.

The restaurant is a great restaurant. There's is Good service and the food is good and the ambience…read moreis good. Also, I think it's a good restaurant and I would recommend it to anybody.

Just plain old excellent food and quality service. We started with an appetizer platter which…read moreconsisted of pizza rolls, chicken fingers that were actually full-blown chicken hands, mozzarella sticks, and onion rings. I had the beef on weck sandwich.

The wife and I went to Buffalo to see a Frank Lloyd Wright House, and afterwards we were hungry, so…read moreour friend suggested that we go to Hoak's Restaurant. it is located right on Lake Erie, and it was a perfect sunny warm day to eat there. I ordered a Hayburner IPA and my buddy got a Blue light. The deck outside is a great place on a day like today. My buddy ordered a Reuben sandwich. My wife ordered a Beef on Kimmelweck sandwich - a Buffalo classic. I ordered their famous fish sandwich on a roll. The piece of fish was huge so I had to eat some of it so I could fit it on a roll. I put some lemon on it and a little bit of tartar sauce and it was fantastic. Nice and crunchy and light. I had potato salad on the side that was great too. My buddy said his Reuben was great. And the wife loved her Beef on weck, especially all the salt and caraway seeds on top! I highly recommend eating there especially on a beautiful day where you can enjoy the lake outside!

We were there Monday afternoon for lunch. The large screen TVs were tuned to the FIFA games. We…read morestayed at the bar for the view. As an added bonus, there was a great view of Lake Erie and the whitecaps. The bartender was great at working the room, keeping everyone's drinks filled, and taking orders for the kitchen. Our appetizers were enormous, perfectly cooked, and attractively plated. I think next time I'd order the peel and eat shrimp without the Buffalo sauce (this is an option).

Great food. Pleasant staff. Many items on menu to chose from. I went here with my girlfriends and…read morewe each got a different dish and shared

Affordable and friendly, but the red sauce on the chicken parm was WAY too sweet. Even the…read morespaghetti was icky sweet.

This is the kind of place that reminds you how special dining out can be. Tucked away and easy to…read moremiss, it's truly one of Buffalo's hidden gems, made even more memorable by the thoughtful touches, including a tour of the historic vault and a glimpse into the building's rich past. You can tell the chef takes real pride in every plate. I came in craving a steak, and the filet absolutely delivered. That said, the standout for me was the crispy fried parmesan potatoes - easily the star of the night. Perfectly crisp, incredibly flavorful, and honestly unforgettable. I started with the chopped salad, which was a bit overdressed for my taste; next time I'd ask for the dressing on the side. Still, overall, the meal was thoroughly enjoyable. Sharing the experience with a friend made it even better, and we were lucky enough to get a personal tour from the chef himself. It added such a unique, personal touch and made the evening feel truly special. We even got to peek into the Admiral Room - what a stunning space. The marble, the architecture, the atmosphere... now I'm just waiting for one of my friends to get married there so I can see it in full glow.

Vault@237 has been on my "want to try" list for a while. Finally, the opportunity came to grab…read moredinner here with a friend, a fellow Yelp Elite, and in a few words, it was a great experience! Looking on social media (Facebook, Instagram), I read from their official channel that Vault@237 validates parking for the parking garage on 93 Pearl St., so that immediately eased my anxiety of finding a (zero-cost) parking spot in downtown Buffalo, a little bit. The 93 Pearl St. parking garage looks... dicey on the inside, but I was able to find a spot with ease on a Wednesday night, around 5:45pm. But to be honest, the parking garage was fine and was pretty secure as you need the ticket to walk back into the garage. The parking garage is super close to Vault@237, so it really is convenient. We came in around 6pm and were immediately seated at a table for two near the middle of the restaurant. As you walk in, there's a large bar that's well stocked with various spirits and some TVs playing. As I walked in, I wondered what the dress code would be like inside, and I was relieved to see it was casual - No need to "dress to the nines". The woman working behind the bar was personable. The host, and our waiter, Joshua, was excellent! Right from the start, he was friendly, personable, very accommodating; He did a great job checking on us throughout our meal and was able to hook us up with a tour of the bank vault AND the Admiral Room! Looking at Vault@237's cocktail menu, their Peach Bourbon Smash (Evan Williams Peach Bourbon, Peach Schnapps, simple syrup, ginger beer, and lime (then topped with a peach slice). Arriving in a Moscow Mule copper cup, this was a great "sipper", simply delicious! Once we had our waters and my cocktail, we placed our dinner orders, then sat and caught up for about 20-25 minutes, which I thought was reasonable for what we ordered. What did I order for dinner? I went with the Vault Burger, which is a short rib & brisket blend burger (cooked medium) topped with aged cheddar cheese, maple pepper bacon, roasted tomato, and chipotle aioli, with a big piece of green, crisp lettuce and a few pickle slices, which seemed homemade, hand-sliced to me, and a generous portion of hand-cut fries! To put it simply, the burger was awesome! The burger was cooked perfectly, there was a nice touch of pink in the center, and the meat was incredibly tender and juicy! I appreciated that it wasn't a smash-style burger patty like so many restaurants have switched to. The maple pepper bacon was cooked nicely, a good balance between chewy and crispy. The roasted tomato was plentiful and added a pleasant zesty flavor. The hand-cut fries were cooked nicely with a soft and thick center and crispy on the ends. The fries had a good amount of salt and black pepper on top, so if you're sensitive to salt, you may want to ask them to go lighter here. Now, the price of this meal is certainly on the higher end, but I think for the quality and quantity of food, it makes sense. The burger on its own is easily one of the better burgers I've had in quite some time. Between my meal and my friend's meal, it's easy to see the chef really cares about the food coming out of the kitchen and has a great amount of pride in what they do! As a bonus, the chef himself gave a handful of us a tour of the original bank vault in the basement, as well as the Admiral Room, a gorgeous ballroom, upstairs! The architecture and history are fascinating, so articulate! The chef was an excellent guide and did a wonderful job showcasing these beautiful spaces. Vault@237 was a wonderful dining experience! The staff, the food, the space are great! I will not hesitate to come back for another Peach Bourbon Smash and Vault Burger, or perhaps I'll order their Pork Belly Meatloaf; That sounded excellent, came highly recommended by the chef!

Came here with a group of 6 for a weeknight dinner and had a great experience!…read more Service: Our waitress was friendly and checked on us frequently. Food and drinks came out in a reasonable amount of time too. Drinks: Their drink menu only has non-alcoholic options, including canned pop, bottled water, juices, tea and coffee. In addition to what's on the menu, they had additional juices listed on a white board. Food: our meals came with soup and salad. They also threw in dessert for those who wanted it but I'm not sure if dessert is always included or not. I ordered the ceviche plate which was a lot of food, flavorful, and so filling. The ceviche was perfect, exactly how I like it. It also came with dry/roasted corn and a sweet potato. I absolutely would get it again! At the end of the night we met the chef too, and we learned he had an impressive resume. Not surprised considering the quality of the ceviche, soup, and dessert. Fredonia is lucky to have this talent here! Overall, I'd highly recommend!

Great food from Peru!!! Why fly to Peru when you get authentic Peruvian food right here in New…read moreYork!! They offer dine in take out or door das