Vaticano came through once again with a flawless, absolutely perfect dining experience. From the…read moreappetizers through to dessert, everything was wonderful. Francesca was our Server, and while the restaurant was a bit shortstaffed, Francesca worked hard to make sure our cups were never empty, that we had what we needed, that everything was going well. This restaurant can be intimate and romantic, as it was for us tonight, and it can be lighthearted and fun for the younger crowd, especially on the beautiful patio overlooking the mighty Niagara River or at the very well stocked bar. Their wine list is more than adequate for patrons with discerning palates. Tonight I went with a Bloody Caesar, which was rimmed with celery salt around the top of the glass and came with two cold marinated green beans with a hefty spice kick. The bread comes with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and also their spicy oil which is magnificently aggressive. Check out the photos and the captions for more details on their offerings. We will, of course, continue to come back.

I have a feeling this place may not be around much longer if things continue the way they are. We…read morehave had good food here in the past, which makes this experience even more disappointing because we know what this restaurant is capable of. Our server, Francesca, was the only server working that entire night. After talking with her, it sounds like this has become a regular occurrence rather than a one time issue. She worked incredibly hard, stayed positive, and did everything she could to keep customers happy despite being put in an impossible situation. None of the issues we experienced were her fault. The restaurant appeared to be operating with only two employees total, one server and one cook. For a restaurant of this size, that simply is not enough staff to provide a reasonable dining experience. Our food took nearly two hours to arrive, and it was obvious the employees were overwhelmed and doing the best they could with the resources they had. To make matters worse, both toilets in the restaurant were broken during our visit. Between the staffing shortages and maintenance issues, it gave the impression that ownership is either unwilling or unable to invest the money necessary to properly operate the business. The owner needs to hire more staff and address these problems before they drive away loyal customers. It was genuinely sad to watch Francesca work so hard trying to keep everyone satisfied while carrying the entire front of house by herself. She deserves credit for keeping things together as well as she did under those circumstances. Owner, you need to hire more staff. Watching Francesca run the entire dining room by herself while also trying to manage frustrated customers was tough to see. She was friendly, professional, and worked extremely hard all night. Unfortunately, there is only so much one person can do when they are set up to fail from the start.

Went over the bridge today to get euros, stopped for lunch at the Barrel Italian Restaurant…read more Located in a strip plaza on Garrison Rd so real close to the Peace Bridge. They do a lunch menu with pizza, sandwiches & lunch size entrees. Ordered the lasagna, served piping hot. It came with soup or salad and a loaf of Italian bread with butter. Everything was real good. When you enter the restaurant there is a takeout counter and a few feet away is the receptionist. We were seated right away and our waitress Chantel was right over to take our drink order. The restaurant is quaint with that older Italian charm. Would stop again if I was in the area.

Food is always delicious and the service spot on. The wife and I have been crossing over the Peace…read moreBridge for 41 years to go to Barrels. The Christmas decorations are beautiful.

I had a fantastic meal here about 4 years ago. Recently visited and was shocked at how terrible the…read morefood was. While eating dinner the "new" owner stopped by our table to ask how our meal was. At that point we were working on our apps. Crab cakes and French onion soup. Crab cakes were soggy and the Onion soup was extremely salty. He then proceeded to explain that he owns a restaurant in Grimsby (I think) and how that place is ALWAYS full and how phenomenal the food is there. Going on to say that if we "come back next week this place will be completely changed. All new menu" etc. he explained he was planning to turn the Bank Bistro into a "high end Italian restaurant. Steak, seafood, pasta" etc. We explained that we would not be back as we were only in town visiting friends and did not live in the area. My partner ordered the NY strip steak and crab, which came with fries and steamed veggies. I ordered the fish with roasted "Mediterranean" potatoes and steamed veggies. Our food came out in a fairly reasonable amount of time. (We were there on a weekday around 7 pm. There were 2 other tables already seated and eating when we arrived). Here is where things go downhill FAST! The steak- like a used discarded boot, the French fries - not even cooked the whole way through. The "Mediterranean" roasted potatoes- had a strange taste of curry powder on them. And the steamed veggies on BORH plates were a bag of baby carrots-steamed. LITERALLY!! Not even cut up or seasoned with any butter, herbs etc. They were just thrown on the plate. One would think with how "proud" the new owner was about his restaurants that he could SEE that this is nowhere near "high end". The entire time we were eating our food I kept thinking to myself - it's pretty hard to screw up French fries, and if this is the "quality" of food this new owner thinks they are going to serve- it won't last a month. With so few options for decent food in FE, it's so sad to see how this place has declined. For the sake of the community, we do hope they can turn this around. However judging by our recent meal, we're not holding our breath. Such a shame.

We used to love Old Bank and tried it again last night after not being able to go the past couple…read moreof years. Went with a group of 8 and the Kitchen was super slow - took over an hour to get food. Some dishes were good (Chicken Marsala & the Buffalo Chicken Penne), some were OK - fish and chips & steak oscar. A couple of the meals were horrible - One person got the stuffed haddock and it was completely inedible. It was a curled piece of rubber floating in a sauce - could pick it up with a fork and wave it around - literally. Sent that back immediately. Another had the salmon - it was overcooked and when they got a few bites into it, it tasted and smelled rancid to the point that it was spit out and a couple of other salmon lovers tried it and all agreed it was a spoiled piece of fish. Told the server. No manager came to talk to us at all and when the bill came, they did take the haddock meal off but only took half the salmon meal off. After expressing that it wasn't right to charge for spoiled food, they did take it off the bill too. It was a very disappointing dining experience overall given how much we loved this place in the past.

Went last night, excellent service, food was great like before reopening. Nicely remodeled updated…read morebathrooms.

Back dinning area was freezing. Chicken parm was a frozen deep fried chicken breast. House salad…read morewas wilted and they only have house dressing. Spaghetti was over cooked, sauce was close to burnt, the pasta fasioli was good. I won't be back.

I can't believe it took me so long to visit Roseland Atlas Italian Restaurant-it's truly a hidden…read moregem. My family took me there for my birthday, and everything was absolutely delicious. The homemade pasta was outstanding, especially the rich, flavorful Bolognese. The garlic cheese bread was to die for, and the chicken parmesan was perfectly prepared. For dessert, we enjoyed cannoli, tiramisu, and the flourless chocolate almond cake topped with raspberry sauce and fresh raspberries. Every bite was incredible. We also tried their featured Sauvignon Blanc and house-made sangria, both of which were excellent. The atmosphere was warm, inviting, and perfect for a special celebration. What made the evening more memorable was the thoughtful service. The staff recognized my birthday and surprised me with a complimentary glass of champagne and tiramisu, which was such a kind and unexpected touch. From the amazing food to the exceptional hospitality, Roseland Atlas made my birthday truly special. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Italian cuisine and a wonderful dining experience We will definately be back!

The service and "vibe" at Roseland rate 5 stars... But the food not so much…read more Everything looks fabulous, but that's about where it ends. The dishes are lacking...seasoning, depth, that certain something that makes the value. My cheeseburger was overwhelmed by the bun, the cheese was, IDK, was there even cheese? The beef was dry, like there was not a drop of fat in it. Thankfully the crispy fingerling potatoes took up the slack. My companion ordered the carbonara, and it was a funky grey color. Also the sauce was thin and flavorless. I couldn't put my taste buds on what was wrong with it until the next day. I finally realized there was no egg on the dish. Drinks were fine, service was excellent.

Pictured: Penne melanzane & burrata, and BLT salad…read more BuffaliciousBites gives Daniela 5 stars!

Daniela is a neighborhood go-to spot! We recommend it to out of town guests and we call ahead for…read moretakeout on nights when we don't feel like "thinking about dinner". My favorite pinsa is the Margherita and my favorite pasta dish is the Carbonara. Their sparkling rose is divine and their gelato is even better. They don't accept reservations, but their wait times are constantly revolving. Perfect little spot for ANY reason or occasion. Enjoy!

Had the best cake ever from this establishment and I would recommend their pastries and cake to…read moreall. Also their pizza and wings are my favorite and would also recommend. Locally owned and been in business for years. Keith

Great pizza and wings, awesome homemade dessert, good family business! Always fast, fresh, and…read moredelicious!

Came here last night for my birthday dinner and it was 10/10! From service to the food, everything…read morewas prompt and professional. We had Anina as our server and she was attentive and very friendly! The cocktails were delicious and the food was flavorful and tasty! The ambiance is very clean and bright, as it is located within the first floor of a hotel. The menu has gluten free options (pasta and pizza)! Highly recommend!

**** We visited…read moreBella Ciao at the Embassy Suites in Buffalo around 7:00 p.m. as a party of five, including two children with special needs. We were in town attending a large national conference for families affected by their condition, and many conference attendees were also staying at the hotel. When we arrived, the restaurant appeared to be about 80% empty. Our children mentioned to the waitress that they were hungry and tired, and the first response we received was, "Do you have a reservation?" She explained that they couldn't seat us because they were expecting a large party. Instead of being seated at a regular table, we were directed to the bar area, where the bartender kindly took care of us despite the fact that our group included two minors. We stayed for over an hour, and during that time, the large party never arrived. Meanwhile, we watched other guests without reservations get seated at tables without any apparent issue. The experience left us feeling singled out and, ultimately, discriminated against. Whether that was the intention or not, it reflected a disappointing lack of empathy and inclusion--especially considering that so many families with children with disabilities were staying at the hotel for the conference. I'm giving Bella Ciao three stars because the food was decent, the portions were generous, and the bartender provided good service. Unfortunately, the way we were treated upon arrival overshadowed what could have been an enjoyable dining experience.

Flawless. 10 out of 10, no notes. Service ran like a Michelin restaurant, in sync from minute one…read more Nice touch with the prosecco pour. Pasta was a perfect al dente, bolognese and vodka sauces excellent. The solarium room was full of windows and cozy.

Very nice spot in the Elmwood Village with niche homemade pasta offerings. The bread is to die for…read moreso you should definitely get that as an appetizer. Salads are a generous size as well. Pricy (but typical?) dinner so be prepared for that. I wish the dessert menu looked better but honestly, after a meal like that you might be too full for dessert! Smallish but comfortable inside. Wide, grand windows in what they call the solarium. If you want to be seated in that area at the front of the restaurant that looks out to the street, indicate that on your booking. Reservations highly recommended. Staff were friendly and helpful. We made it on resy and indicated that it was to celebrate a birthday and the host said "Happy Birthday" upon arrival so they do read those! Parking can be a little tough so give yourself some time for street parking on Elmwood or a nearby street.

Eggplant parm; pasta severely overcooked and over-sauced. Sauce was very sweet. Eggplant was like…read moremush. Our server was delightful and did a great job. My husband's fried ravioli and artichokes were fried to within an inch of their lives. Never should have been served. I should've known better than to listen to our granddaughters who are nine and 11 who wanted to go here.

Excellent - excellent - excellent - excellent - excellent - excellent - excellent - excellent -…read moreexcellent. Need I say more.