Came here for a happy hour and had a great experience! We were with a group and the bartender was…read moresuper attentive and quick to get us drinks. The drink menu has a good variety of drinks with reasonable prices. Atmosphere is cool too.

Dive bar vibe, but the pink lights give it a fun, unique twist . My friend especially loved the…read moreaesthetic. The drinks were solid, and the bartenders were super friendly which made the whole experience feel really welcoming. They also offer small snacks and a few dishes if you're feeling hungry and a pool table in the back. Would definitely come back again. Good spot to come with friends for a drink especially if you're looking for something lowkey but still a little different from the usual downtown bars.

Excellent atmosphere and bartender. The drinks are fantastic and unique. This would be my…read moreneighborhood go to bar if I lived closer.

Have been wanting to check this place out for a long time. We walked in on a Monday night and loved…read morethe atmosphere from the start. Very chill. It seemed like there were a lot of regulars sitting at the bar watching the Sabres game. There was one bartender that was able to happily tend bar and make some snacks. People were friendly. We were happy to see that it was tiki night (Buffa loha) and ordered tiki drink specials. We also ordered the Brie bites which were phyllo dough brie snacks that were really good. Enjoyed our relaxing time here. There was a DJ spinning records which was a nice surprise. Great music. Decor is great

Waited for a drink forever staff would rather greet friends and hang out with friends, then take…read morecare of patron! Ordered a wedge salad absolutely terrible and I never seen anyone till I asked for the bill. Also, they ran out of the liquor that I was drinking crown after one drink don't go there.

Came for a happy hour and had a great experience! I really enjoyed the spiced pear spritz and the…read morevariety of seating. The atmosphere is relaxing and chic. The bartenders were quick and friendly. I would definitely come back here again!

Solid brunch place to the DT Buffalo area. I've never been here for dinner so I can't comment how…read moreit is but the brunch is so good! It's served both on Saturday and Sunday which is a plus because most places only do Sunday brunch. The cinnamon roll is the best I've ever had in the Buffalo area. It was soft, fluffy, and moist. No one likes a dry cinnamon roll and this one was anything but that. The chicken and waffle is definitely the star of the show!!!!

Wonderful friendly staff at the bar pouring high quality cocktails and delicious food in a great…read moreenvironment with plenty of TV's to keep track of your favorite sports. The gourmet chicken and waffle was crispy and sweet, didn't really need any extra toppings with the wonderful green sauce, onions, and sesame seeds. If you've ever wondered where all the Blanton's in Buffalo is, it's here and reasonably priced for a generous and delicious pour!

My favorite whiskey bar, great food and a vast selection of whiskey and bourbon, also serving other…read morecocktails as well, they always have a band on the weekends too Highly recommend

We walked over on a beautiful winter evening for a drink and dinner, not expecting to love it as…read moremuch as we did. I made reservations that morning for an early dinner (happy hour daily from 4-6pm!). We grabbed a drink at the bar and brought it to our upstairs table overlooking the expansive whiskey library. I got the strawberry lemonade with tequila, my partner got a mule. Both drinks were truly excellent, crafted with quality and fresh ingredients/mixers. They went down very easy. I got the filet, cooked perfectly. My partner got the chicken which was so juicy and flavorful. We shared plates and loved every bite. The service was great. Lucky Day made for a fantastic start to a date night and I know for certain that we'll be back!

After a long drive to have brunch somewhere on Elmwood, just to find the doors locked, I ventured…read moreover here to have lunch and it did not disappoint! First off, I was greeted and found staff friendly and efficient! You have plenty of options for seating .. dining area, front bar, back bar, even an outdoor patio bar. Although it is dive bar-esque, it was nice and clean (let's be honest .. some dives have a stench and stickiness that can definitely ruin your appetite, no matter how much you may love them). They have a set up for bands to play, as one was playing while I was there for their 2 year anniversary (congrats!). What was nice is although I could hear the band (it was playing in the back and I was up front), it wasn't over whelming me. I have eaten places where, no matter where you sit, it's extremely loud, and I appreciated that you had a choice here. Now onto the food: The food should have been doomed to fail; my tastebuds were prepared to eat sweet, buttery, syrupy French toast with a mocktail at brunch elsewhere. But wasn't hyped about the menu because of this (which is not dog and pony's fault .. I had to work and didn't have time to research where else brunch was available). I settled on the umami smashburger by a suggestion of my waitress. Now once again, could have been doomed to fail as I'm not a French fry person and my favorite cheeseburger is one I make on my own. BUT WOW their food blew me away and made me forget all about my brunch let-down. The French fries were fantastic and had a great seasoning on them! The smashburger was great to the last bite .. and I was NOT expecting to finish it as it was a really nice portion (I ate lunch now 10 hours ago and didn't need to eat again it was so filling!) but it was so dang gone good I sure finished it! Smoked cheddar .. chimichuri aioli ... kimchi bacon jam .. oh ya that bacon jam was EVERYTHING!! Thank you to the staff at Dog and Pony for making my long drive worth while!

We came here for lunch because we seen so many great reviews but man, what a disappointment. The…read morebar area was nice, but the service and the food was not as everyone else described. I ordered the smash burger, my husband ordered the turkey sandwich. After we were waiting for our food for over 25 minutes, the server came over and said that he was just informed they don't have the turkey because they had an issue with that freezer. Ok, so my husband ordered the cheese steak because he was super excited for the bahn mi roll. My smash burger was alright, but the bread they use for their burgers remind me of those cheap buns you get from TOPS that just fall apart. The worst part was that they forgot the dog sauce on my burger, so I asked for the sauce, and THEY CHARGED ME FOR ASKING FOR SAUCE THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO ALREADY BE ON THE BURGER I ORDERED. My husband made sure to tell me after we already left because he knew I would have fought it and our already 1.5 hour long lunch date would have been longer waiting for the refund... He ordered the cheesesteak and the sandwich was so small, and the "bahn mi bun" wasn't even toasted which is a signature for bahn mi bread. He said the flavor was fine but nothing to rave about. The worst part, for me, were the French fries that came with both of our meals. They were soooo heavily peppered that they were inedible. We asked for ketchup to try to make them tolerable, and they gave us a pre-portioned small cup of ketchup... You serve french fries with most of your menu, why isn't there ketchup on the table?!? Overall, It was a nice place to have on senrca street which used to only have the blackthorn and franchescas, but I would not eat here again.

So many times I have driven by just wondering. I have stepped through other doorways near to…read moreBallyhoo but never considering clombing the stairs to these elevated doors. But tonight, tonight our first choice was closed and our second choice had an hour wait so we did a Yelp search not quite remembering that Ballyhoo was this location that I had passed over and over again. Walk in and you feel Buffalo... the waterfront dockside factory Buffalo and it's a great feeling. This ain't a wear your party dress to kind of bar but you just feel that you are going to enjoy yourself as you sit down at the bar or at the limited seating high tops or along the window side counter seats. An amazing awesome bartender who is playing a fantastic playlist of tunes you settle yourself into a place of comfort looking out at the perfectly framed General Mills plant that is busily filling Buffalo's breathable air with that comforting aroma of Cheerios! Young lady from behind the bar shares a menu and a check list of food ... sausage sandwiches ... soup ... and a few other items. Frankly you won't need more because the food is damn good ... the deep soul vitalization will start to work on you and you'll just want to stay. Get to chatting with the friendly bar keep ... always a good sign ... that music is good and your food arrives one steak and one chicken sausage sandwich both covered in yummy toppings ... chips on the side ... we indulged in LOTS OF PICKLES and based on the recommendation both ordered the black bean "chowder." Sausages were both delicious... the black bean concoction was one of those thick oh so good experiences and the pickles were special (There were lots and we brought them home.). Definitely a place to return to ... that superb barkeep makes apparently every cocktail ever created ... but a nostalgic Buffalo feel ... wondering who sat here through the years. They apparently are packed on Sabres home game nights but do what we did ... choose a slow moving weekday evening when you can watch the sunset formulate through the frame of Ballyhoos window ... watch your steps going home ...

The pickles are top notch. Also this fernet drink was…read morestellar. Always enjoy coming here when I'm in Buffalo.

Marble + Rye has been one of my favorite spots for quite some time now. Unfortunately, I don't get…read moreto go as frequently as I would like to do so. So it was a pleasant surprise when a friend and I decided that we'd stop by. This was their first time here and admittedly I was happy because they haven't had many pleasant food experiences in Buffalo. I believe they haven't been going to the best places but that's another conversation for another day. Okay so let's dig into the experience. We were running late and arrived at approximately 9:40 pm. I was nervous that we'd either a) be turned away or b) not get the best service since it was so close to the time that they closed. Let me be the first to say that that was not the case at all. We were seated in the most perfect little nook tucked away near the door. Dimly lit but cozy for good vibes and good food. Our server Megan came over and she was truly delightful. She provided really great recommendations. It was the perfect mix of personal reccs, insight on bestsellers, and answers to our mainy questions. We ultimately settled on two pizzas, fried rice, and a buyer (not pictured). The food came out in a timely manner. The drinks were incredible and the service was undeniable. Special shoutout to Megan again for offering a one of a kind experience. Misc: There's a parking lot next door to the building never knew. Prices are a tad steep but the vibes are good. Kitchen closes at 10. Check hours before going. Fried rice is a tad spicy but delicious. Drinks are perfect! I can't wait to go back :]

Marble + Rye is a Buffalo gem that should be protected at all costs!…read more Delicious food, fantastic drink menu, great vibes, talented staff!

Food, drinks, and service were all spectacular. The bar and two dining areas are perfect for a…read morenight out with friends, or a more intimate dining experience.

Easter Sunday Brunch was fantastic! Service was friendly, fun, and quick. The menu has great…read moreoptions for delicious food, drinks, and mocktails!

Mocktail time! I tried the Strawberry blonde. According to the menu made with Seedlip grove,…read morestrawberry shrubb, lime, simple and ginger beer. It had a little zing. According to our friendly bartender because of their ginger beer. Also nice: they give you a bottle of tapwater and glasses at the moment you sit down.

The Barrel room is a must do! The staff are so great at making something that matches your…read morepreferences but the menu itself has so many great choices. The drinks taste great but the presentation of it all really adds to the experience! Would highly recommend this for a fun night out!