Outstanding lunch spot. The food was so fresh and flavorful, I couldn't stop eating. Combined with…read morethe personal, friendly service from the staff, I will be coming back very soon. I highly recommend the Big Gram, the chicken cutlet was perfect.

Love their chicken cutlets, so when I seen them post a special sandwhich, The big bubba, with…read morechicken cutlets, bacon and home made pimento cheese, I just had try! I love a good pimento cheese. The sandwhich did not disappoint. The cutlet was cooked perfectly, the bacon was crunchy! I wish there had been a bit more pimento cheese and the chipotle sauce, it ate little dry, but flavor was on point. Also got the Marty, this was delicious. Easy to order online and pick up in store. Pick up was easy (minus finding parking) greeted with smiles upon walking in. Food ready when said it would be, no wait time.

Love this place and the food it's close to home as well ! Service is great I see people come back…read moreall the time

The young lady at the register asked for more money for my order after already giving me a price…read morefor my food. The cook barely put any meat on my sandwich after saying" I got you papi". Very dishonest business practice. These people will lie to your face. Scammers

The three of us enjoy this Italian food shop and cafe's neighborhood and also the Elmwood Village…read moreneighborhood when we visit Buffalo. This is a relatively new place on Allen Street. Two of us ordered a different pasta dish and they were great. One of us ordered a sandwich and it was phenomenal. Excellent cannoli and espresso. We told the staff we were visiting from across the river in Canada, which we do four or five times a year, and they were very friendly to us. Lots of products from Italy to buy, and we bought some dried pasta, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. A great choice for a delicious lunch. The decor is very cool.

An exceptional place with high quality options available. You can eat it in or take home. Plus…read morescores of products from Italy for sale, like olive oil, pasta, balsamic vinegar, canned Italian tuna fish, canned DOP tomatoes, cookies, fig and berry jams, etc. My fresh pasta was amazing. My friend's House Sandwich was huge and filled with salami, arugula, roasted red peppers, and house-made mozzarella. Another friend's fried mortadella sandwich was incredible. And the fourth person in our party had a huge bowl of delicious ham and bean soup made in-house. We all had excellent espresso and superb cannoli. I have to mention the beautiful decor, which is very Italian islands. The place is a real treasure. Friendly staff, too. Dalfonso's is at 162 Allen Street in Buffalo, N. Y.

IYKYK, Joes is awesome!!! We've been all over the City, Southtown's, Northtown's for fish and this…read morewas by far the best

The Frank Stallone is the steaks sandwich with peppers and onions. And I also got a side of hand…read morecut french fries. Service is very warm and friendly sandwich is very good and tasty. The fries can't beat hand cut fries. I'll definitely go there again and try some other things.

First time here. It was okay. Nothing special. The sandwiches with basic cold cuts and greens were…read moreaverage, with bread that was too thinly sliced. No signature flavor (a special spread) or style (a special way to cut it) for the sandwich. The shelves and display case had expensive, so-called fancy food show products for sale and a small variety of cheeses. Service was acceptable, but be careful if you try too many cheese samples to taste what you want to perhaps buy. You get that look. We did buy a small portion of a cheddar out of courtesy, but I don't think its good for customers to be shamed into buying something.

The two people who were working in the shop could not have been more welcoming! I ordered the Miss…read moreFiggy to go, not really sure what to expect. Ingredients: brie, prosciutto, Meyer Lemon fig jam, hot honey, balsamic, served warm on Miller's Thumb Bread. As it turned out, it wasn't that the honey was warm, but rather that it had a bit of heat to it, a new one for me. A marvelous blend of flavors, more filling than its size might suggest. The assortment of cheeses is unlike what you'll find elsewhere in Buffalo, one more tempting than the other. An interesting selection of crackers, jams, etc, that also seem unique to this place. Bonus: their takeout container is recyclable~ Not sure how long Amabel has been open, but sure hope it lasts and lasts!

I feel like it's important to post a new update. Couple years ago I swore off coming here because I…read morehad pretty thoroughly had it with the attitude of staff and the lack of product. I don't know what's changed or if my timing has been better but regardless we're back to what I expect from this local gem. Food is great, prices are great, and people are friendly and helpful again. Glad to see it because I love this place and I support their mission and place in the community very much. Keep doing what you're doing!

I hadn't been to Breadhive Bakery & Cafe in years and finally decided to stop in for a quick…read morebreakfast. I ordered the Britney: smoked salmon, onion, cucumber, and lemon scallion dill cream cheese on a rosemary salt bagel. The second I opened the wrapper I was hit with the smell of fresh rosemary, which immediately sold me. Flavor-wise, this sandwich was lovely. The smoked salmon tasted fresh and paired perfectly with the lemon scallion dill cream cheese. The cucumbers added the right amount of freshness and crunch, and the bagel itself had beautiful flavor. My only issue was the texture of the bagel. It was very hard, and toasting it unfortunately made it even tougher. Every bite turned into a bit of a balancing act because the sandwich kept falling apart. Still, the flavors were strong enough to make up for it. Overall, I really enjoyed it and I'm excited to go back again. Definitely won't wait years next time. 7.9/10

Same great food with quick and friendly service. I came in today for 2 shawarmas to go ($12). While…read moreI didn't get dessert today, there were quite a few options in the case. I also noticed and they added more tables, I think there are 3 tables now. I still highly recommend!

I came here for the first time to pick up a box of baked goods for someone's birthday. I was…read moreimmediately welcomed by the brightest smile and a baklava in my face. He said "sister" and handed the baklava to me...I almost got emotional, because this kind of hospitality reminded me of Chinese culture. I got two boxes of baked goodies and a chicken shawarma. Everything's amazing and fresh, but the HONEY CAKES? divine.

Tried to get in here last week and got here at 6:20 and they were already closed. We weren't too…read morehappy but decided to give them another shot. We had been to their location in Sanborn years ago and loved it. Ordered a Gustavo ,Ybor,Mexican Street corn Mac & cheese and two Alfajores. Everything was great and of the two sandwiches. The Gustavo was too spicy that it overwhelmed the other flavors in the sandwich. The bread was a winner. The Ybor was very good. The MSCM&C was also to spicy and hid the flavors. You place your order at the counter and your order takes about 15 minutes. You can order ahead. The ambiance is plain Jane and very sterile but clean. . The music was way too loud.

The only things I had here-- first time, last Tuesday-- were the Agave Lime Slaw, Mac 'n Cheese,…read moreand the 420 Style Fries. Will try a sandwich next time. The other reviews here pretty much say it all, so my main reason for adding anything is to comment on their use of metal trays instead of plates, a growing custom it seems, and fine by me. But.... We said, when asked, that we were dining in. The 420 Fries came boxed on the parchment lined tray. I'd suggest when the customer is eating in that they save the box and assemble meals that come in a box for take-out directly onto the tray. It would make for a much more attractive dining experience. The fries: small potato wedges. The 420: if poutine and nachos got married and had a baby, they'd name it 420. They were very good. A health-conscious note: menu suggestion for those watching carbs says anything that comes on bread can be served on saffron rice or on power grains, or on a large flour tortilla, or on salad greens. And for the vegetarian folks, garlic-roasted mushrooms can be substituted for meat on any sandwich. Check out their menu at tortugasandwich.com I'll be back. Next up for me-- the Vicuna on salad greens.

A visit last evening to Turning Bridge Tavern felt like stepping into a classic Western New York…read moretavern -- the kind many of us grew up with -- thoughtfully brought back to life. Walking into the barroom, you're immediately drawn to the cool horseshoe-shaped bar, which anchors the space and invites conversation. The atmosphere is cozy, relaxed, and refreshingly unpretentious -- a true neighborhood spot with character. The draft selection is excellent, offering a well-balanced mix to satisfy craft beer fans and traditionalists alike, and the full bar ensures there's something for everyone. Owners Mo and Joe have created more than just a tavern -- they're cultivating an intimate setting for live music that feels personal and authentic. It's the kind of venue where you can truly appreciate the performance without distraction. This is one of those rare places you immediately hope sticks around for a long time. Western New York is better for having spots like this -- welcoming, genuine, and rooted in community.

What a fun bar! (One of the bar owners reminds some of Phil Lesh -ish) very intimate neighborhood…read morebar, friendly locals. The bartenders are wonderful and helpful. They have live music and a very nice open patio. We did not purchase any food. But will be back for reggae night :)

I have had some good experiences with great food here before but this most recent time was…read moredisappointing. I tried the Caesar Salad, the fish taste overwhelmed the dish in an unappetizing way. I couldn't taste the parmesan or lemon or any other flavors. The croutons were tough and tasteless. The menu listed orange as an additional ingredient, which sounded interesting, but it was nowhere to be found when the dish arrived. I also got the French Onion Hummus to share, absolutely delicious, we've had it before. Unfortunately a lot of tables were dirty and the floor was covered in pretzels crumbs, some other crumbs as well. Really not conducive to dining. I do hope that these issues are improved upon because as I have said, my previous experiences have been much better!

Wow, fantastic evening here last night on a double date. We made reservations for 7pm for 4 of us…read more(they only do dinner Thursdays and Fridays). And we ended up being the last table there! The restaurant is located just inside the center of the museum, and there was live music in the middle courtyard just outside the restaurant. The ambience was a cool vibe - there is this huge mural on one wall, and the opposite wall is glass from floor to ceiling looking out (to where the live music was). The tables were so simple but had flowers and cool table lamps. I started with a glass of wine, and we split the whipped feta as an appetizer. They also brought some fresh bread with balsamic olive oil. Both fantastic and warmed my soul. I ordered the Filet, and it was so perfectly seasoned and cooked - I mean, can't really go wrong with steak that's drizzled with bacon butter! The others ordered the salmon with squid ink pasta and the scallops. All were so beautifully plated and delicious. And we ended with the Ube Creme Brulee which was a great way to end the night. We ended up being there for about 2 hours. I wouldn't recommend dinner if you just looking for a quick bite. I'd go for more of an experience. Not that the service was slow, but I think the kitchen and wait staff were just thoughtful with their creating, plating, and serving. Hoping that they change their menu up every so often so we can try more creations!