Fantastic dinner at San Marco! Love that it is family run and they recognize repeat customers. We ordered so much delicious food! My favorite was the Fusilli alla Luciana. The sauce was so amazing, I dipped all of the bread into it and wiped the whole plate! The Vitello Boscaiola was also really good. I love that very mushroom forward flavor on veal. My partner got the Bresaola as an appetizer and it was surprising delicious! Cured meat over arugula and balsamic. Very delicious. The only things we didn't enjoy was the dessert. We ordered a mocha mousse cake and it was really dry. It didn't taste homemade but it was a very large portion. Overall a wonderful meal. read more

We just LOVE this restaurant! Real authentic Italian cuisine with a trend setting flare! The family owned restaurant has a professional reputation for providing top notch service and food. Cozy atmosphere with white linen and candlelight ambiance. We always come here for special occasions. Reservations required, plenty of parking, one of my favorite places! read more

We couldn't have been more pleased with our meal here. We made reservations well in advance as it always fills up. We started with wine and then started with the banana pepper ravioli. Outstanding! Next, we had soup which had the best ingredients. You could tell everything was so fresh there. Our pasta came and it was amazing. I really don't have enough good words to put into writing here, but everything was top notch! read more

We attended last night for my birthday. Our reservation was for 6:00 pm. We arrived a few minutes early but we're seated right away. We waited a few minutes for our friends. We were all seated by 6:00. We ordered a bottle of wine. We were deciding by two different ones. I made the choice, the server brought the other one. I let it go and said that was fine. We were brought bread and butter after about 15 minutes. We ordered our food. My husband and I orderd the Gambieri... shrimp and scallops with angel hair pasta. One of our friends ordered pasta misto and the other friend ordered pasta arrabiata. Then we waited and waited. It took over an hour for seafood and pasta. The servings were very small and inconsistent. My gamblers had two scallops and two shrimp. They were nice sized but only 4 pieces of seafood. My pasta was about twirled to about the size of a small fist. My husband's pasta was the half the size of a small fist and his shrimp was so over cooked that you could not cut it with a knife. We paid $39 each for a very small amount of food. My friends enjoyed their meals, although, small for the price. The never offered anything to me for my birthday or the wait time. They did take off the bill the second glasses of wine that my husband and I ordered that we only drank half of. It took close to two hours for pasta and seafood. Sadly, we felt the whole event was tedious. My coworker has been to San Marco's five times. He said the first four times were 10 out of 10, the most recent time he had gone was a 6 out of 10. He was right, it was a 6 out of 10. We probably won't ever go back. There are too many restaurants in the area with better service and food. read more

What a find! We are not always in town but tonight we joined friends for a scrumptious dinner at San Marco! The ambiance is cozy yet sophisticated The service is excellent 3 if us had the Sea Bass, I totally recommend it if you like fish! Delicious with the pesto sauce and pine nuts!! #4 had the veal whice he loved, there are three kinds to choose from (unique) We will definitely be returning whenever we are in the Buffalo area read more

Some of the best food I have ever eaten and very friendly workers. They have unique items not found elsewhere in buffalo and a gorgeous atmosphere, slightly pricy but you definately get what you pay for. 5/5 highly recommended read more

I have been going to San Marcos since prob 1992. At the time I thought it was probably the best Italian Cuisine I had ever had. Referral came from a colleague with an Italian background. Exquisite food, perfectly cooked with service and hospitality to match. Had a birthday dinner there a year ago and felt slightly rushed as another group coming in. Just repeated tonight. Doubt I will dine in again. Waited 20-30 min for requests for drinks and appetizers and then told that we needed to be done by 8 pm. 5:30 reservations. A soft statement that table will need to be turned over at a certain time is one thing but be told abruptly that we needed to be done at 8pm spoiled the ambiance. It is all in the presentation. And the food can not make up for it. read more

Food was amazing. The service was excellent. And the ambiance was terrific. What's not to like!

Excellent all of the above ! Food outstanding ambience is wonderful and service is great.

This place for me still ranks the #1 spot in Buffalo to eat . I m visiting from out of town and San Marco never disappoints . My companion and I absolutely love this place . The owner comes to each table to make sure everything is perfect . David our server deserves 10 Stars-he's flawless in his service . We were seated in their wine room , which in my opinion, is the best place to sit - outstanding . My Sea Bass was the best I've ever had and I travel all around the world . Reservations a must because walk ins are turned away. My advice - Get to this place as fast as you can . Bravo . read more

San Marco Restaurant - Seabass Special with a light sauce and pistachios - Italian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

This place probably has the best Italian dinner for a restaurant in WNY, hands down nothing bad can be said about their food. It's cooked perfect, it's presented perfect and always taste actually how you would want it to be or better. This place is beautifully decorated with a little Italy theme. You would come here For an intimate dinner experience with friends or family. The seating arrangement is decent. You are far enough from the other tables that you don't end up in their conversation. There are a few things that need some help. The owner and wait staff, specifically who I think is the owners daughter, made me and my wife feel un welcomed like we didn't belong or were beneath the social status of this restaurant. To be honest out of all the million restaurants we have eaten at, this place literally is the only establishment to of actually made us feel that way. Now i can understand if I was over thinking it. If it had happened only once.... fine, but no, we have eaten here 5xs and never ordered anything that cost us under 100 dollars, and never left under twenty percent for the tip and every time we left thinking they treated us poorly. The other issue I ran into was the amount of time it took to order, bring out our food, bring us the check and take payment. Literally we end up spending 1.5 - 2 hours with only 30 minutes of which usually spent eating. Now taking into consideration how well the food is made we can over look this to an extent but again this comes back to my first complaint. We watched a larger group sit down after us order after us but have their food brought out at a quicker pace and they were dressed in expensive suit's coincidence? Maybe. Price is a bit steep, but again you pay for what you get. Which in my opinion is deserving. The entree sizes are excellent and quality can't be matched in my opinion. All in all great dining experience. Wear a suit and maybe it would be better . Oh and definitely make a reservation. They will rudely sent you away with a smile on their face like they did us read more

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We came here on Valentine's Day, hoping for a fantastic, fine dining experience. The space is very tastefully done and the service was great. Our waitress was quick to answer any questions and very helpful. The food left some to be desired - the flavor was good, however the portion sizes truly turned me off. When paying good money for a meal, I would prefer to not leave hungry. We ordered the Lobster ravioli for the appetizer and received three raviolis...... My husband ordered the other ravioli dish for his entrée and got 4 this time. I ordered the land and sea option which came with a few shrimp and a small piece of filet, which I found to be on the tougher side.. Overall, wanted to love it here based on the positive reviews but most likely won't be returning. read more

San Marco Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

So the food was exceptional but------! We were seated in the wine cellar room which was freezing. I had just had a shoulder replacement and cold made the pain worse. Of course we mentioned this to our waiter and he moved the heat up,with no results. We asked the busboy and he said it was set on air conditioning and he fixed it and the heat came on. In comes a waitress and turns the air back on while all of the tables are yelling at her to stop it. She ignored all of us. Our busboy turned the heat back on and the same waitress came in and reversed it ignoring all of us. This ruined our experience and caused me considerable pain even with my jacket on. read more

San Marco is an example of how a business can endure years of success as long as they commit to timeless service and impeccable food. I have never and I mean NEVER had a bad meal at San Marco. Last night my partner and I tried both of their appetizer specials: a ravioli stuffed with spicy banana peppers, and a homemade pasta with oxtail ragu. Both dishes were INCREDIBLE. For our mains we ordered what we usually do: the penne all'arrabiata and the pasta with bolognese sauce. Both were served as fresh and flavorfully as we've come to expect. There is not one bad thing I've ever had to say about a meal that's come out while I've dined here. We also ordered a bottle of sparkling wine for the table, and we didn't even finish it because we were too full from our great starters and entrees. Some great things to note about San Marco, beyond the food itself: - We always look forward to being greeted by the kind gentleman (who I believe is the owner). He's always friendly, excited to share the specials, and just start the meal off to a high note. - The bill is handwritten and not printed via a machine. I think it's such a sweet touch. - I think the prices are very fair for the quality of food. San Marco is NOT the place you come to nitpick and order off a price, and in fact I'm not sure they even have the prices on the menu. But I have never received the check and been like "oh this is highway robbery." San Marco is just a good --no, great -- establishment all around! Other things to note: - it's definitely an older clientele. My husband and I are always the youngest people in the restaurant by at least 2 decades. We don't mind though! - we always make a reservation, although I'm sure it's not necessary 100% of the time. I'd recommend it though just to be safe! read more

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Our server was fabulous (who I believe was daughter of the owners) Her dad gave us a wonderful wine recommendation The food was fabulous! The ambiance was great! I can't wait to go back! read more

Our night out at San Marco was perfect from beginning to end! The atmosphere is intimate while also unique. We made a reservation ahead of time for a Saturday night and didn't have any wait at arrival. Our party of 7 people were able to order an amazing red wine and appetizers before dinner. Their wine list is long and includes so many different choices. Our waiter helped us with our wine choice and gave us great recommendations. Everybody loved the antipasto and polenta appetizers. Some favorite meals included to osobuco special and the stuffed pepper ravioli special. Nobody had a bad thing to say about our experience here! This truly is a hidden gem and I can't wait to come back again. read more

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Ambiance was great as was the food although mine was very salty, but my partners was great. The waitress was not friendly and did not smile once. This was my first eating there and I definitely noticed how differently we were treated. I was asked if I wanted to see a wine menu when others were just given the wine menu. I also noticed that our water glass was different from everyone elses around us. I am very acutely aware of my surroundings and how people are treated, they should really treat everyone the same no matter age, race or appearance. read more

Amazing dishes, we had about 8 different plates to share , my favourite was either the sea bass or venison, as well as the lobster ravioli. This was hands down best Italian I've had in some time. Also I can not compliment the wait staff enough, they were very present and made sure we had a great dining experience. Amazing staff here. 10/10 for me read more

We used to come here every year for our Anniversary and now I remember why we stopped going. Take time to read the reviews so you know what to expect . Our server was sub par to say the least. She poured the entire bottle of wine in to 4 glasses . It was as if we were drinking a trough of wine. We ordered the antipasto as 1 of our appetizers . 2 slices of prosciutto , 5 slices of salami and 2 pieces of sliced mozzarella , 1 slice of sandwich provolone cut in half and 3 olives 25,00 .the entrees were served with 1 new potato sliced in half 1 slice of zucchini and 1 slice of yellow squash. REALLY . But honestly the rudeness of our waitress is what sealed the deal . I can cook just as well without being treated poorly. Never again . read more

I attended a private event here recently and had a really nice time. We were seated in a side room that seemed to also be their wine cellar or storage room. It gave it a really cool feel. The meal was several courses. First being like a personal appetizer - I got the gnocchi which was delicious. Second was salad - I got the Caesar which was actually very good Third the main course - I got the filet with a mushroom sauce and veggies. The filet itself was overdone but the sauce made up for it Fourth was dessert - I got a lava cake to go. When warmed up at home I found it to have no lava at all? Maybe I did it wrong but I'd pass on the lava cake next time and get a better dessert The waitress was very informative and friendly. The place was super cute. It is the type of place you go for a special date or anniversary for sure. read more

San Marco is absolutely amazing. Food was so fresh and delicious and the staff was really nice and attentive. Even the vibes inside were great. This is the best food I have eaten in Buffalo so far, and I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves good food. read more

San Marco is our happy place. We started off by only going to San Marco for anniversaries, birthdays and other big milestones, but now we just go because we're too impatient to wait for special occasions to come around. Other restaurants are good, and sometimes great in a few areas. San Marco is exceptional in every single category from presentation, service, ambience and most importantly, taste. I tell everyone about this place. It truly is a hidden gem and you won't find a better meal or dining experience for your money in Buffalo. Get the lobster ravioli, scallops or their Chilean Seabass Witt creamy pesto sauce and pine nuts. You'll thank me later. read more

San Marco Restaurant - Tiger shrimp with fresh veggies and stuffed ravioli. The best that Buffalo has to offer! - Italian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Best Veal Chop I've ever had. This unassuming restaurant puts out some delicious food.

Today was my first time going here and I was very impressed! The restaurant is very nicely decorated and has good ambience. The staff were very friendly and the owner himself seated us and told us about their specials. They gave us some homemade for the table, which was warm and lovely. We had caesar salad to start, which had some fantastic croutons and homemade dressing. I had the Tagliolini Al Tartufo and it was out of this world. I went to Florence recently and this is a dish that's very common there, and they really perfected it. The cream sauce was so light and the tagliolini was cooked to perfection. We opted for a lemon truffle-type dessert which was super light and just the right amount of sweet. I also had a cappuccino which was so good it made me miss Florence. Definitely some of the best Italian food I've had in Buffalo and overall a great dining experience. read more

San Marco Restaurant - Taglionlini Al Tartufo - Italian Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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When talking about 5 star restaurants in Buffalo, San Marco should be in the conversation. Start with the homemade ravioli pink sauce with shrimp - outstanding. Caesar salad was good. My entree veal with eggplant was also outstanding. Key lime pie for dessert. I'm really impressed with the level of service and food quality. Highly recommend this restaurant for date night ! read more

I had been dying to come here for a while now and I'm so glad I finally got to go. The service was wonderful and the time between cources was perfect. The place is small with several smaller rooms but it creates a warm, home-like yet elequent dining experience. I forgot to make a reservation but was seated right away. We ordered the Ravioli Della Nonna for an appetizer. It was delicious and just the right amount for 2 people to share. The Fusilli Alla Luciana was my main course and I'd definitely order it again. It's made with Rotini pasta and the sauce was amazing. My little Italian heart left happy and full! read more

We went to San Marco for a birthday dinner. The entire meal was absolutely fabulous. Hungarian pepper ravioli was so delicious. Seared scallops were cooked perfectly, and that was just the appetizers. Everything was the highest quality ! Our waiter David was knowledgeable, funny and attentive. It was a perfect evening! We can't wait to go back. read more

San Marco was the best find in Buffalo! We were greeted by the owner who promptly seated us without reservations. We were seated in a wine cellar and our amazing server catered to our every need. Every course from appetizers to desserts we had was delicious! Fresh, homemade and hands down the best Italian food we have had outside of Italy! Sadly we were only in town for 24 hours and can't go back tonight! read more

My family and I went to celebrate my sister's birthday. The service was absolutely terrible. She came to our table to drop appetizers and food besides that the server assistant/bus boy took care of us. The food is very good but not worth being ignored. Will not be returning. read more

*One of the best Italian meals I have ever had* My friend took me out for my farewell dinner. This is quite a classy place; perfect for a quiet, intimate dinner. They have a very nice wine selection. The ambience is lovely. The service is great. People are usually very nicely dressed. Let's begin with the food- We ordered the Ravioli Della Nonna and they suggested to take the Insalata Arugula salad. Everything was perfectly made. The bread was warm and came with butter and oil. If you do end up going for the Ravioli Della Nonna you will thank me later for tht mushroom sauce. I ordered the Vitello Boscaiola and I can still taste it. What really impressed me is that they custom made something for my friend, who is a vegetarian. I mentioned that the grilled vegetables were good so they brought us an extra plate of veggies (like, seriously!!). The Malbec went quite well with all of the above and I am definitely going back to this place. read more

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Hands down the best Northern Italian restaurant in New York. All of New York. Trust me. Frank is the best front man in the business and Nancy's sauces and soups ate perfect. The wild boar and venison dished are incredible. read more

Host is so rudely arrogant, he spoils what could be a lovely experience. The food is pretty good, the service is excellent and the physical ambiance very pleasant. But we will not return. read more

Wowwww pleasantly surprised haha. Who would have thunk it that in Buffalo I would have one of my favorite italian mealsssss everrr. Amazing!!! Service was excellent. Food was sooooo good. We got the polenta mushroom truffle salad, hand made ravioli as an appetizer. Soooooo good. The fresh arugula salad was soooo damn good. My bf couldn't stop talking about it. They put some charcoal grilled pickled bell peppers. It was so damn good. I seriously need to buy some home lol. Also ordered the veal and the Chilean sea bass. Wow the veal was the most moist juicy tender veal I've literally ever had. I've been all over the world and this is probably the best I've ever had. I feel like they maybe sous vide it but I'm not sure. The sea bass was EXCELLENT! Sooooooooo fresh. Cooked perfectly. We also got the lava cake and they put pistachio ice cream on top. Soooo damn good. Had a very amazing time there with deliciousssss amazing scrumptious food. I might honestly go again tonight lol. Thank you again! read more

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HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. Whoever is answering phones on 12/9/20 at 6:30 needs training. Hung up on me and when I called back laughed. Poor service. read more

Brought our god-daughter, her family and her boyfriend here for her graduation dinner celebration. In one word, it was a HIT! I think the owner greeted and seated us. He was very friendly and funny and congratulated the graduates when we told him what the occasion was for. Server was also very good and was very patient with our indecisiveness, long-winded questions, silliness and just partying attitudes! He should've gotten a bigger tip ;) Stunning selection of good Italian favorites with nice twists. Portions were humongous (most of us took leftovers to go) and more than satisfying. Plenty of easy parking in the lot out back and pretty close to downtown Buffalo. We'd come back here in a heartbeat. Thanks for making the day that much more special, San Marco! read more

Friday not table for 2 with a reservation. Food was amazing! Soup, salad and entrees all delicious. Service not great. Restaurant is sectioned into a few small rooms, we were our server's only table in one room and she forgot or neglected us. No mention of drink refills or check-ins if we needed anything. Had to ask another server for our check. I'd give it another chance because of how great the food was! read more

I went to dinner here last night for my fathers birthday. The food was so delicious and crafted with such quality. You can tell they put a lot of love into this restaurant and take pride in their work. The atmosphere is comfortable, with low lighting and a warm feel to it. It's a small restaurant, but it feels like home. The waitstaff was very friendly and helpful. The owner was very welcoming and came over to table to see how we were enjoying our food. I really enjoyed and plan to return. We had two bottles of wine between four of us and somehow I managed to leave my wallet there. I was pretty upset I couldn't find my wallet when I got home. The next day I came in early and they let me look around. They are trustworthy and I found it there in a safe spot the next day (where someone had put it). Everything was in it. These are good people. read more

The food is lovely. However, it's hard to get passed the arrogant and rude owner. He really put a damper on a birthday celebration with his condescending and unwelcoming demeanor. To me as well as my dining companions, it is definitely not worth s return visit. Oliver's, Lombardo's and Sinatra's are all better choices. read more

Recently went to San Marcos to celebrate our 44th anniversary. The service and the food did not disappoint. Every item we ordered was beautifully cooked,served hot, and in a timely manner. The only thing that was upsetting was the price of the wine we ordered. This wine retails for $11. We were charged $40. I am all for restaurants making a profit, but this made us feel like we were being taken advantage of. read more

Food is delicious, service is not. I have been there many times and have high expectations and normally my expectations are met. Today they were not. Service was not of a high end restaurant. read more