you guys have to meet Ricky! the most kind, and funny cook/bartender we have ever met. We left for a bar crawl and promised we would come back later and it did not disappoint! We absolutely love the great service and friendly atmosphere here. read more

Out of all the bars I've been to, I feel like this bar sums up Buffalo for me. The decorations that flood this small place are great conversation pieces and are genuinely fascinating. Not only is the decor amazing, but the service is always friendly and fast! I have never had a negative experience with the staff. What makes this place great is that the prices are cheap AND they have complimentary snacks! Although the snacks aren't the best, for being free and drunk food, they're absolutely perfect. They have popcorn, chips, nacho cheese, chili and pickled jalapeños (my fav). This is probably a big reason why me and my friends come here so often. If you haven't already, be sure to check this bar out! read more

"Cosmic deliverance" -buffalo local on ordering both the chicken tacos and the pork potstickers. More from the buffalo local: "I have lived for a million years and zero. In this realm where trivial concepts such as "numbers" and "reviews" still exist to bleating sheep who only ever see, at most, twenty percent of the truth, founding fathers gets an emphatic five stars! Two thumbs way, way up!" read more

Founding Fathers Pub - American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Drank many times here. First time eating here. Food was just what you expected...great place to get a regular meal. Nothing fancy. I got the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger which was a special. Served with chips. Free popcorn. Small number of tables...maybe 7? Seat yourself. Good service. I think there is only really 1 server and then a couple bartenders. They do take credit card and don't typically split checks. read more

Reviewing bars is tough. If you pop in once or twice, you can't review properly. If you're a regular, maybe you're a bit soft. I fall in to the second category. I know people's names and they know my drinks. It's a good relationship. With that disclosure I'm going to give you a straight review on Founding Fathers. Founding Fathers has become a top destination on many on-line bar bucket lists, likely because their theme is celebratory of our presidents and, well, founding fathers. The placemats list them all and there are artifacts and memorabilia from throughout American history everywhere. Many of the items are probably one-of-a-kind. If you're a political buff there's something unique for you. The photo of a teenage Bill Clinton meeting JFK is my favorite. It's not the Smithsonian, but it has an impressive number of flags hung from the rafters from literally anyone who ever stitched a flag. If you want a fun game try to identify them all. Even though I enjoy the political and historical decor, I'm more impressed by the weird number of mirrors in Founding Fathers. They have a lot of historical mirrors with some of them being as large as a doorway! THIS IS NOT A BAR FOR VAMPIRES! Beyond the decor, it's a decent bar with pretty good food. In addition to a menu that includes a great pastrami sandwich (the steak sandwich is also solid), there's always free nachos and popcorn. Founding Fathers is definitely worth a visit. I love that it's garnered so much attention, but at the end of the day it's just a great corner bar with a lot of political memorabilia. For me, that's more than enough. read more

Remember me? Yeah, I was that nerdy girl in elementary school who memorized all the state capitals. I grew up on "Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego" and afternoon "Jeopardy" with my grandparents. I still enjoy listening to NPR specials on esoteric episodes in Civil War history as I drive down the 33. And boy, do I love free nachos and beer. Thus, Founding Fathers is one of my favorite watering holes. Where else in Buffalo can you arrange yo'self a platter of free nachos with gooey fake cheese and peppers, belly up to the bar and order a McSorley's, and talk U.S. History with the owner/bartender? A former teacher, this guy is constantly quizzing the bar patrons: which President came before Lincoln? Of what country is Caracas the capital? And when he stumps you, he sidles over to the other end of the bar and says loudly, "Uh, the remedial side of the room needs a little help. Does anyone know the answer?" Of course, there's no prize to win, other than your pride. But for millenials like me, that's enough to keep us at the bar, buying beers and trying to use our increasingly impaired logic to figure it out. The non-free food's pretty good too: the Blue Balls (meatballs with bleu cheese) are a pretty awesome Buffalo-style appetizer, and the Blackened Bleu chicken sandwich (spicy and doused similarly in stinky cheese) is bomb too. Bonus points for the Presidential place mat that comes with each one (It helps you with the questions). Spend enough time here, and you might even start firing off your own questions, like "Which state consumes the highest amount of green Jell-O?" (Utah, for the record.) read more

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Went there for a date night with my wife. She had the classic ham special and loved it. I had the hot pastrami, the bartender asked if I wanted to try the cooks special version and I said sure. It was awesome. The cocktails were great as well. Add in the history aspect and decor and it's a can't miss if you like history, food and drink. read more

Unfortunately, my last visit to Father's was destroyed by horrific service. About two weeks ago I was walking around the neighborhood with my boyfriend on his birthday and we decided to stop by Father's for old-time's sake (we used to go in college and always had a fun time). The waitress snapped at us for accidentally standing next to the credit card machine and after we apologized she responded with a horrific glare and continued scolding. This was so blatantly rude and disrespectful that the family sitting at the table behind us were even taken aback. After another several minutes, she gave us the time of day to take our drink orders this time. The waitress continued to yell across the bar to another customer, "You know when you just have one of those days you just don't want to talk to anyone? I don't even know why I'm here." ... Well I don't really know why you're either. I've worked in the service industry and on my worst days, never have I ever treated a customer like that. My boyfriend and I were forced to chug our drinks and leave as quickly as possible. Hopefully I will be able to update this review next time I stop in, but I can't see myself returning anytime soon. I've heard other people have commented on rude service, it could very well be all the same waitress. I don't want to deter anyone from stopping by, but hopefully this woman won't be working. read more

Founding Fathers Pub - American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Where to start with Founding Fathers? Well I'm there around 2 or 3 nights a week so that should tell you my opinion of the place. As the other reviewers say, there is free popcorn and free nachos. The potential nacho toppings are liquid cheese, jalapenos, beans, and salsa. The beer selection on tap is pretty much always McSorley's, Blue Light, Blue Moon, Southern Tier IPA, Sam Adams Seasonal, and Guinness. The bottled beer list is much more extensive and the bottles are displayed behind the bar. Draft beers are $4 and I think Guinness is $4.50 or $5. Bottle beers I'm not sure. In terms of cocktails, I would guess they are good, I never get them so can't comment on them. A little tip, the Black and Tan made with McSorley's and Guinness is excellent and only $4.50. The atmosphere is fantastic there. We typically get a table as there are usually four of us so we don't bother with the bar. The noise level is never such that we can't carry a conversation, and we never need to shout to be heard or lean awkwardly across the table so we can hear one another. We may miss out on the at the bar trivia but the wait staff makes up for that. They are all generally very nice and efficient. We have our favorites since we are always there but all of them do a great job. The food isn't great that's true. I've rarely gotten food there, and have been happy with it. I'll leave it to you about the food. It isn't so bad that it should turn you away but just don't expect stellar cuisine either. The monthly trivia night that actually has prizes is every first Tuesday of the month. You'll have to get there early, and fight us for a table, it get's very crowded very fast. Don't expect to win much though, most of the teams are regulars who run away with the main competition. But when it comes down to the "shout out an answer get a prize" round you will have your chance. Overall great bar, don't go if you're looking for a crazy night out, but I can't think of a better place to spend a Tuesday night with some friends. read more

Founding Fathers Pub - American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

As I mentioned in my tip, if it wasn't for the decor - I do not think this place would do nearly as well. The food was disappointing - starting with the complimentary popcorn which was stale, the french onion soup was cold, my chicken was cold, chips served with the meal were also stale! The service was poor - waiter was very short with us, I think he was annoyed we were asking questions about the menu because it was our first time there. Yeah, they have inexpensive drinks but that seems to be a pattern throughout the Buffalo area. I am glad I went at least once, but will not be asking my boyfriend to bring me back anytime soon. read more

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A few times a month, my hubby and I eat lunch here on a Saturday. Something weird is always happening- either the popcorn machine is on fire or there is some weird guy teaching his uninterested date how to bowl at the bar. We love the gal who works here on Saturday's- she is so cute. We usually grab a burger, sometimes we have to send it back because it's a little pink, but they are sweet for splitting it in half with chips for us. Always good and local beers on tap and in bottles. The place could use a bit of a cleaning, but then again, it's age is part of its charm. read more

Founding Fathers Pub - American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Founding Fathers is a true gem. I came here on Friday, February 16, 2018, for a nightcap after a rather unsuccessful date with someone I met on Plenty of Fish. I'm oversharing; I digress. The decor in this place is awesome. Make no mistake, Founding Fathers is a pub in the most traditional sense, but you'll be constantly entertained by your surroundings. If you're a history nerd like me, you'll get a kick out of this joint. Another thing I appreciated about their interior is that despite being a casual pub, it's rather clean and well-kept. The bartender on duty effortlessly rambled off trivia questions in any category requested. Despite having been a history minor in college, I failed this category miserably, but I redeemed myself when the geography round came up. The complimentary snacks here are better than the complimentary snacks at many bars - especially their buttered popcorn. If you're looking for a laid-back atmosphere and to possibly nerd out to trivia, you couldn't choose a better place! I'll definitely be back! read more

Lives up to expectations. It's not glamorous by any means, but it doesn't try to be. The food was great for being bar food, and the free popcorn / nacho bar is an awesome perk. Can't wait to go back when we're back in the city. read more

This place had a great atmosphere. The food was good and there's a free nacho bar. It was quite entertaining with the trivia questions the owner/bartender was asking. Would definitely recommend this place. read more

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Quite possibly Buffalo's best hidden gem (as noted in national publications). There's a small parking lot. The food here is OK. Same with the beer selection. Not a ton of local craft flare but enough of a selection for a beer snob to get a fix. Multiple times I've had to send tap beer back for tasting weird. And the bathroom could also use a face lift. So why go here if the food is so-so and there's a chance you'll get a skunked beer? The atmosphere, my friends. The walls are completely covered in presidential & historic memorabilia. Even the ceiling is covered in flags. The tables have place-mats featuring the US presidents. You could sit in complete silence alone here and your eyes and mind could stay occupied. If you're lucky enough to get a seat at the bar, the bartender will shoot trivia at you. I hear their trivia nights are extremely challenging and intense. I love bringing out of towners or people who have simply never made the trip because you can see their heads rubber necking as they walk in. Then it becomes a go to place. read more

A really cool bar with a great, US Presidents theme! I would love to give a higher rating than 1 Star, but we were served by one of the most miserable servers I've ever seen. In addition to a horrible attitude, she also added mysterious charges to our bill, which we were forced to dispute. It was bad enough service I would hesitate to go there again in the future. read more

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Two girls obsessed with the musical Hamilton walk into a Founding Fathers bar... It has been YEARS since I've been to Founding Fathers but I still love it. Flags cover the ceiling, the presidents cover the walls, and you'll find yourself mesmerized by the presidential placemat in front of you. You'll find yourself staring at everything around you instead of talking to the people you came with! There's so much to look at. My friend and I went two nights ago on a Thursday night. The one thing I wasn't impressed about was the lack of welcoming when we came in. I don't need to be greeted at the door but it was practically empty and it was difficult to get the bartenders attention to ask if we could just grab a table. There were two people at the bar and he wasn't taking care of them at the time. He seemed uninterested in helping us. I'd even be okay with a "Please Seat Yourself" sign clearly placed in the front. That's welcoming enough for me! I just don't like being confused walking in. We took a seat next to Thomas Jefferson who was illuminated on the wall. We wanted to sit by all of the Founding Fathers involved in the Revolutionary War. There was a framed poster of those Founding Fathers next to us. We found ourselves getting up to read about our history! We had an extremely kind and helpful waiter. He was attentive and was quick to get us our food. I ordered a Philly Steak Sub and my friend ordered a Ham and Swiss sandwich. She loved her sandwich. I thought mine was pretty good but I would probably try something else next time. I think the steak was lacking on the seasoning but it was definitely cooked perfectly! The popcorn and nacho and cheese bar were a nice bonus to go with our beer. We ordered a pitcher of Sam Adams (when in Rome...) and snacked on the popcorn and nachos as we finished it. Popcorn had a stale taste but that's how we like it with beer! I'd go back again, especially to do trivia and likely fail miserably. It was cool environment and it's definitely worth visiting! read more

Founding Fathers Pub - Philly Cheese Steak - American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Love this place. I'm generally not a fan of history but I'm sure if I was I'd love it even more. It's different than other bars/ pubs which is why I enjoy it. The historical artifacts and flags keep you busy and entertained while you are waiting and enjoying your time. Free popcorn and nachos while you wait (assuming they have them all the time, not just the day we were there). Delicious and reasonably priced "American" food. My friend and I shared a pitcher of beer which was also very reasonably priced. Street parking can be tricky depending when you go - but that's no reflection of Founding Fathers. read more

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The best bar in Buffalo. Cold beer. Warm popcorn. Hot nacho cheese. Any questions?

Such a fun and quirky place! Not a huge history buff, but still recommend this place. Free popcorn and nachos and a great atmosphere. Service was quick. Looking forward to coming back here. read more

My first ever time here was just last week. It's a super-fun place that was dead at 10pm but got really busy as we were leaving at 1am. Gotta love Buffalo! Free snacks, friendly service, and presidential decor makes this place a win. Check out the horseshoes-in-cement on the outside entrance stoop. read more

The free popcorn and nachos are a thing that gets me excited. The concept of these existing is just something novel to me. The bartender Mark is a solid guy who did his best to keep everyone's thirst satiated. The place is nice and warm when it is cold outside and they were open Christmas eve. Three cheers. read more

What a great setting to grab food and drink. I love the American patriot theme and the architecture and decor really create a great atmosphere. Gives you the feeling that you're living in history. The service was friendly on my visits and today I had a killer chicken sandwich. I'll be back for sure... read more

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Great drinks and great prices! Love the owner! He is so friendly and pleasant to be around. However, the only issue I had was with the employee named Brooke. She made a really rude comment to my boyfriend and was disrespectful. Other than her it is an awesome bar! read more

Awesome spot surrounded by history. Got involved in trivia with the bartender for fun and had an absolutely fantastic time. Would highly recommend! read more

The first time I came to FF was after reading about this place on the list of must-see bars of America and thought it would be a good idea to take my best friend visiting Buffalo for the first time. I think the general consensus was that we liked the place, and we really, really enjoyed the popcorn. And the nachos. We actually made a beautiful creation combining the popcorn with the nacho toppings to make NACHO POPCORN. It was really quite delightful, and I recommend you try this if you go, even if it results in you getting glares from other patrons, and also makes a mess because the popcorn baskets have holes in them and the cheese might spill out all over the bar, but it will be worth it because it's all for the glory of the nacho popcorn. But, I digress. I should probably gear this review to the not-free elements of the pub. FF is where I popped my blueberry cherry, as in blueberry beer, and it was AMAZING. It was like drinking blueberry pie, and if that doesn't sound appealing to you then you don't deserve blueberry beer. The bartender there is super sweet and quirky, and when I visited FF for the second time, he remembered my affinity for the blueberry beer, so kudos for that. Overall, I am a fan of this place -- it has a super neat interior filled with FUN HISTORICAL FACTS, and it has a nice relaxed atmosphere. Plus, the food smells good. I haven't tried it, (because popcorn), but I bet the food is delicious too. *Beware of the popcorn. It is extremely salty and you WILL wake up parched if you eat baskets and baskets of it with your dranks. read more

I love this place but THE SUNDAY NIGHT BARTENDER IS A SOCIOPATH. I'm not kidding, I wish they would get rid of him. He makes the hair on the back of my neck stand up. He gets off on saying really mean, degrading things to people(especially women) or yelling at them, then smiling as if it was a joke. So he gets his sick thrill by doing it and then trying to erase it by pretending it's all in fun. Everyone is creeped out by him. Please get rid of this guy before you get sued. read more

Came here at the suggestions of other Yelpers and was not disappointed. Walked around looking for a couple places for lunch but all were so packed, and we trudged over to FF to find it surprisingly empty, except for another table. We had immediate service from a lovely and cheerful blonde (sorry I can't remember your name!), and got to order immediately. My sister chose a menu standard and I got the special BBQ Bacon Cheddar burger. The food came out quickly and was hot and extremely good. Can't forget the free popcorn from the cute machine either. It was a great and quiet experience for lunch, and if I were local, I'd love to check it out in the evening for drinks. Such a great atmosphere and nice staff and delicious food! read more

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This pub is amazing, I mean where else can you go that is over the top with presidential history and collectibles (I honestly did not know there were so many items with presidents faces on them). I came on a quiet Saturday was offered complementary nachos and popcorn. Another thing I learned was that the they do also hold a monthly trivia night. My favorite this about this place other than being decked out in anything and everything with a presidents face on it was the old time pub feel. Once you walk in you feel transported to a simpler time. While I can't comment on the food because I only stopped by for drink, I will have to stop by for a bite to eat at some point. Oh and one last thing how can you not enjoy a bar that had Forest Gump on the tv. read more

Great Popcorn. Beer by the pitchers. No crowd on a Tuesday. Nice and quiet end of summer vibe. Cool cut outs of presidents

You gotta see this place! It is really unique and cool. I appreciate that it celebrates democracy and the history of the presidency. I tried but could get no clear read on the political views of the owner from the decorations down to the placemats. It is a nice message to us all that we need to listen and think. Of course, my 8 year old daughter tore out the Donald picture on her presidential history placemat and then did the same for the rest of the familly's (3 older siblings and her parents for a total of 6 carefully removed images of our president by an 8 year old). She loved Obama. 5 stars for the look of the place and the friendliness of the owner and professionalism of the staff. Sandwiches were decent pub fare. 4 1/2 stars seems appropriate overall. read more

The first time I visited Founding Fathers, I was viciously ill from a terrible burger. I was frustrated. The bar was too hot. The service was lousy. My imported bottled beer was at the wrong temperature and in an ill-fitting glass. I couldn't find the bathroom. I railed against the place. Since writing that review, I have visited pretty much every single bar, bar/restaurant, pub, tavern, and etc. within a mile and a half-radius of Founding Fathers. As poorly as I do regard the establishment... the rest are so much worse that F.F. absolutely shines like a beacon in the desert. It is what Glen Rice was to the Charlotte Hornets of the 1990's, excellent by comparison. So yes, I have been back more than a few times. I understand its flaws and its virtues far more. Feel free to read my original review for a sense of the place. In the meantime, some tips. FOOD: Simply put... do NOT order the food. Tasteless at best, sickening at worst, uncreative across the board, you will feel cheated. Most days, the bar offers free popcorn and chips (with salsa, hot melted cheese, and jalapenos accompanying). The mechanism inside the popcorn dispenser doesn't do a good job of keeping the popcorn warm, and they do produce an ungodly amount in one go, so the offering you select will likely be both lukewarm and stale. Oh well. Regarding the nachos, the cheese seems to sit, and sit, and sit, and sit. The jalapenos are constantly replenished though and easily the most flavorful of any of the food items offered in the entire bar/restaurant. Go after these if you want. DRINKS: This is not a place for craft beer per se. Although the selection has evolved a bit, offerings are limited, and glassware and temperature are uniform. Don't expect either the variety or careful treatment of a Blue Monk, Gene McCarthy's, et cetera. Meanwhile, this is certainly not a place for mixed drinks. What I mean is that while Mike and his staff can prepare rudimentary drinks (think Jack 'n Cokes, kamikazes, G&T's, and so on), glassware, equipment, liquor breadth, ingredients, and ultimately skill are all lacking. Lastly, Founding Fathers is not a place to relax with a glass of wine or a nice scotch neat. Again, selection is miserable. So temper your expectations across the board and think as simply as you can. SEATING: On any given night, the best seat in the house is likely at the bar rather than at one of the rather tackily-decorated tables. Mike, the owner, is a personality unique to Buffalo and relishes engaging anyone within shouting distance in impromptu battles of wits. This can be a saving grace if you're there alone, else with a buddy you're tired of talking with. Else, his incessant prodding is meddlesome and frankly quite irritating. If you seek conversation with a companion, sit at a table... or go somewhere else. Unique in Buffalo, Mike's personality definitely qualifies Founding Fathers as a Japanese style "Master Bar." ATMOSPHERE AND CLIENTELE: Founding Fathers is unique for the area. It doesn't cater to the Allentown arty scene or to the Allentown weekend night trashy scene. Undergraduates are nowhere to be found. Unlikely to be found are lounge lizards, suits, bros, or clubgoers as you would on Chippewa. Founding Fathers is Buffalo's Land of Misfit Toys, and I suppose there's something to be said for that, a key contributor to making it one of the best places in a mile and a half either way. I must stress that Founding Fathers is NOT a place to come seeking a hookup but might be a place to encounter a few now rather awkward grown-ups who never quite found their clique in high school. So long as you temper your expectations and understand the establishment's limitations, it is quite possible to enjoy a nice... Coors Lite... or Jack 'n Coke... or improperly poured Franziskaner. After all, Founding Fathers is one of the best of the pubs immediately around Allentown, if only by comparison. read more

Two words: Free Nachos If you need more to go to a bar then first I am going to question you, because who doesn't love free nachos. Second I'll tell you more. My favorite bartender will quiz you at the bar with random tidbits of US history and general information. He will do this while still serving other customers and making sure you're drink is always perfect. They have a good selection of liquor and a great craft beer selection, the atmosphere is a fun neighborhood bar with a hipster twist. They draw in a mixed crowed, from young professionals to college students. Really there isn't anything else you could ask for. Oh and they also have delicious food and FREE POPCORN. It honestly couldn't get better. read more

James K. Polk. That should be the review. The 11th president. A taciturn man, unloved by the majority. He ran on a simple platform. He would annex the land from Mexico. He would force England to give up her holdings on on west coast. He would reform our banking system. After all that, he would choose not to run again, retire, and fade away. A god damned American hero. The only bar to honor this man is Founding Father's. They share a great deal of similarities. Both are smart. Both are simple in their goals. One has a trivia night on the first Tuesday of the month and free nachos, the other is our 3rd greatest president. Both are unappreciated. Both should be loved. One for reshaping our nation, the other for giving us free nachos and a hell of a friendly staff. Oh, and come the first Tuesday of every month I'm totally going to kick your butt in trivia. read more

This Buffalo gem is tucked right around the corner from where I live. No matter how many times I go, though, I always feel like I don't appreciate the place enough. The menu and draft selections are limited. They might not have 100 options on draft or a 5-page menu, but everything that they offer is delicious and well selected. Most people don't go here for dinner (although I have in the past and greatly enjoyed the experience), mostly because they have a free nacho bar set up in the corner all nights of the week. Besides the inevitable drunk drops of nacho baskets on the floor, I always look forward to stopping in for a beer and a snack after a long night out. The main draw of Founding Fathers, besides the great service, is the decor. Everywhere you look, there is another interesting piece of historical memorabilia adorning the walls or hanging from the ceilings. My personal favorite, of course, is the life-size JFK stand-up, as JFK is obviously the hottest President we've been graced with. I've always heard tell of fantastic, homemade trivia nights here, but I have yet to partake. Overall, Founding Fathers is one of the best pubs that Buffalo has to offer! read more

Founding Fathers is a Buffalo institution. It's quirky and fun. Somewhat off the beaten path, you will find mostly regulars and locals who are tuned into the hidden gems in Buffalo. US history memorabilia adorns the walls. If you ask the owner/bartender for some trivia question he will try his best to stump you with questions about the US (geography, history, random facts, etc.). It makes for a fun game! Help yourself to free popcorn and free nachos (with cheese, jalapenos, salsa, etc). It might sound gross to eat food from a self-serve nacho station but they keep it well stocked and clean. I've never eaten here and although I've heard the food isn't great, it looked pretty good. One star off because their beer selection isn't great and their taps either are not clean or are not otherwise well maintained. My Guinness tasted a little off and my friends' IPAs were flat. So we all switched to bottles. read more

How soon we forget! Ah, this bar. So many memories. So much fun had here. This bar is history themed and I never get bored looking at all the stuff on the walls! If you haven't experienced Mike the bartender's trivia then you truly haven't lived. Although I've maybe gotten one question right in my trivia career it's way too fun to participate. Anyways. Decent Beer Selection usually with a seasonal on tap, Full bar. Reasonable prices. Friendly staff. Smaller menu with Specials. Most importantly FREE NACHOS and POPCORN... because who doesn't love FREE food! If you plan on going here with a big group get there before 9 or 10 (weekend) because the bar gets packed, seats get filled quickly. There are a bunch of tables in the back for both casual seating as well as table service. I'd suggest table service if the bar is packed. Just easier. Hands down one of my favorite spots in Buffalo. read more

I went here for the first time tonight and was very impressed by the service. Our server was on top of things without being intrusive. Beer was cheap and nachos were free! Great local pub with character and friendly staff/patrons. read more

Feel like I fulfilled some rite of passage by watching the last presidential debate here. Nice crowd that was, except for one obnoxious table in the corner, quite engaged with the debate. About 8 beers on tap including Southern Tier IPA, Sam Adams Octoberfest, and McSorley's. Had the Philly Cheese Steak sandwich. It's not the shaved steak you might except, but sirloin tips grilled to perfection. Bummer that they don't have a fryer - ruffles with your sandwich just isn't the same, though $8 for a really tasty real steak sandwich is a bargain. Yes there is free food, BUT, the nachos always taste stale and the cheese is super thin. That said, I still eat piles of the stuff when I'm there. read more

Founding Fathers is - without a doubt - my favorite bar in Buffalo. I always make it a point to hang out with my friends here when I visit home. There's a pretty wide beer selection, and the food is great - delicious burgers! I'm sure that part of my allegiance is that we came here almost every Thursday in college, but It's definitely more than that. It's Mike, the best bartender with the most American history knowledge around. It's the friendly waiters (who you get to know pretty well over the years). It's the decor (AMERICA!). It's the free nachos and popcorn. And it's its location on Edward (away from all the other crazy bars). Honestly, I could go here every night and be happy. read more