2 soggy beef on wecks- 2 small plates of frozen fries--2 beers and one pop all for the privilege of paying 82.00. OUTRAGUS

The food, service, and overall experience has never disappointed me. I came in around Christmas and got the roast beef special on kummelweck, SO SO good. The beef is always so tender and they always prepare it perfectly. The pickled beets and German potato salad are some of my favorites as well. During the holiday season I recommend warning up with a Tom & Jerry, they have perfected it. Recently I got the Schwabl's poutine and it's pretty much a deconstructed roast beef sandwich without the role. Crispy fries, gravy, cheese curds, roast beef & kimmelweck seasoning sprinkled on top. Some of the best poutine I've had. This is a Buffalo must! read more

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So disappointed server smiled but was cold. Went here for ONE REASON the BEEF ON WECK. There were spots in both mine and my sandwich that were unchewable. This is inexcusable, esp. At the price they charge. That guy with the beard has been slicing for years and he can't notice beef that bad? We'll never return. I should have heeded some of the other reviews. GOOD RIDDANCE SCHWABLS read more

I had a very unpleasant experience with this restaurant today . I paid a very very steep price for a dull sandwich that barely got my whistle wet , and I love a wet whistle . 30 bucks for a lousy sandwich with 2 small sides ?! Price gouging to the max. I guess I could blame that scumbag Biden for the price increases or I can just tell schwabls to go take a hike . Arbys would of been a better bet and they have the FAKE MEATS . I should of made a nice capicola or hard salami sandwich with a homemade side of mac . I would of slept like a baby after eating and sucking down a high glass of negro modelo read more

Schwabl's is THE beef on weck restaurant to go to in Buffalo. Period. However long you have to wait to get in it's definitely worth it. I was born in Buffalo and have been coming here since the 70's and I've never been disappointed. There's other places that try to make it as good in the 716 but there's just one Schwabl's. (Go Bills) read more

WOW, I don't even know where to begin with this review! Schwabl's is the first restaurant I tried when I got to the east coast on vacation, And let me say I hope not all restaurants on the east coast are like this! When I first walked in with my family I was so exited, especially since there is so much history behind the restaurant. My family called like an hour before they closed to see if we could still come in, mainly because it closed at 8 and we wanted to be respectful. There was a lady who answered and she said as long as we are seated before 7:30 we're fine. So we came in around 7:10, and we were greeted but very nice ladies! But as soon as we ordered the whole mood and ambiance went down hill once the cook got our order! He started cussing about how we were still ordering appetizers before they closed! (We are a family of 4 with two kids) So him yelling and cussing g the whole time we were there was very unprofessional and unnecessary. People also came in a little after us, but he kept cussing about how he would be there till after 9 again, and about how we ordered appetizers. Now we knew coming to the east coast would be a little different, and we know people talk different, but while running a diner you should keep it professional! The lady told us as long as we were seated before 7:30 we were fine and after that they would start turning people away, so we were just going off of what she said! The actual food was good, nothing special about it, and the ladies came and apologized for his behavior, but that really ruined our whole dinner, and it didn't help we were sitting right next the the door to the kitchen. That's why I give it a 1, I was a paying customer and he was the cook! They need to learn there place! So me personally, I would never go back, or recommend this place. But if your fine with getting cussed at, and having someone tell you to go f*** yourself, by all means go eat there! read more

Awesome food, best beef on weck in town! The service was great and the staff is very friendly. read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - a sign for the restaurant - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

Wow..wow...wow...Texas boy here found this Gem. I already know what I'm getting the next time I'm in Buffalo NY. There is a reason why this place is still in business since 1837!!! Beef on weck and the roast beef smothered in gravy was awesome. Homemade soup amazing. read more

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Our roast turkey sandwiches were great but they charge almost 9 dollars for mashed potatoes and gravy which is crazy and almost 4 dollars for a small glass of birch beer. Again food was good but not for that kind of money. read more

Have been coming here for the past 20 years, the quality has always been very high but recently the prices have been even higher. While I am all for the thrill of this Buffalo staple, they far out price (2x) Charlie the Butcher and you don't get 2x better sandwich. read more

Happened to be in the area for work and I remember Anthony Bourdaine eating here in an episode of No Reservations so I thought I'd give it a try. Had to get the Beef on Weck (its signature item). It was solid yet unspectacular. The beef was very good but the bun was quite soggy. Price was a tad high for what I ordered as well. read more

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They can treat people with respect to their personal needs. I have dry mouth because of dentures. I carry bottled water with me at all times. They refused me to bring in my own water. Only said I could purchase their same bottled water. I asked for tap water. Answer still no. The staff hovered over our table watching to make sure I wouldn't reach into my purse and get my water. The roast beef was too thick and nearly raw. My husband made the best of it because it was a generous gift for Christmas from our family. My chicken fingers were ; however the best I have ever had. Too bad! We won't be going there again. read more

One if my absolute favorite places to get a Beef on Weck. They have a person that slices the roast beef right in front of you! The classic bar and small family owned restaurant is a gem. The restaurant is older than the city! I'm so glad they rebuilt after getting hit by a car- twice! If you have an out of town friend visiting you must take them here for a sandwich and a drink. read more

We really were looking forward to eating here we had heard and read a lot about it but we were extremely disappointed. The German potato salad was adequate, dill beets were good but the Beef on Wick was layered with inedible beef. Look elsewhere for Beef on Wick! read more

As an out of towner I was told I needed to try beef on a weck. Hell, I thought maybe it was a local beer at first. Once I googled it, I googled were to get the best and I was led here. About 30 minutes out of my way, we arrived. The place looks like an old house that was coverted to a restaurant many years ago (it was). 1836 or something like that? The place was full at 1:30 on a monday. This was a good sign. After having a seat we noticed the older guy at a carving station assembling these magical sandwiches like an art form. After a decent wait, entertained by the sandwich building show, we were served our beef on weck. Good god is this a magical sandwich. I honestly wanted to sit there for a few hours until I was hungry again so I could have another. I'm already planning the 9 hour round trip drive to have another. read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - The last half of my beef on weck with a side of pickled beets and German potato salad. I look at this picture longing every day for another. - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

A hometown classic! Beef on Weck is arguably one of the best in the area. Dining area is a little tight, especially on weekends...if you don't like crowds, save your appetite for a weekday. read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - Try a Holiday Tom & Jerryyummy... - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

This place seems to be a former home that has been converted into a restaurant. It's very old timey but I found it quite charming. Its a very well known place in Buffalo. The staff greeted us right away - always a plus. And we chose a table by the window. I don't live in Buffalo anymore, so when in town of course I wanted beef on weck. And since my old apartment was right down the street from Schwabls I thought to go there. My mom did try to steer me towards Bar Bill instead... We all had a Tom and Jerry's drink to start. Very boozy though and almost $9 for the tiny serving. It was similar to egg nog and rum. Perfect for the holidays. We asked for pickles. I noticed the table next to us got double the order but we were served 3 tiny spears. I liked the food. The fries were crinkle cut and very crispy. I had some pickled beets and a medium rare roast beef. The meat was perfect but luke warm. That was the biggest negative. The bottom of my role was soggy too as if it was sitting too long waiting to be delivered to the table. I actually really enjoyed my visit to Schwabls, however the price is not justified. I think if it were more around an $8-$10 price point I would rate it higher. 3.5 stars! read more

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So Disappointed!!! I made it a point to hit this Buffalo institution on my trip and I am actually sorry I did. Externally everything about this place is right up my alley. Old restaurant, classic decor, old bar, a meat carving station. Now the issue, the vaunted Beef on Weck sandwich. What should be a great sandwich really was just a dried out roast beef sandwich on a super salty bun. They don't ask you for a temperature on the sandwich which is already a big problem, but the sandwich that was served to me had grey meat, super overcooked. I actually feel bad writing this review because I don't want anyone reading this to not try the place because it is a classic, but our meal just wasn't good. Maybe I just caught it on a bad day. Thanks read more

Horrible rolls for beef sandwich. Waitress was rude. Water was 99 cents a bottle. They don't serve tap. Very small side plate of fries with 12 fries was 8.50 . Sandwiches were like 15.99. Our bill was 58.00 for 2 beef and two small fries. I could of had dinner in a nice restaurant with salad and vegetable along with my entree. New owners are not like the original Schawbel family. I grew up in West Seneca so I been going there for 60 years. Never again. They are very greedy. Quality just not there anymore. read more

I was stunned at huge increase in prices. Food was wonderful as usual but the price... $63 for 2 roast beef sandwich plates and 2 tiny drinks... I don't think I'll be back! It's too bad! It was a favorite. read more

Scwabl's was recommended to me by a coworker as having the "best Beef on Weck" in Buffalo. Heeding this advice I went here with a couple of friends on a Saturday night. Arriving at the restaurant around 7:30pm was no problem as our party of four was seated immediately. This quiet tiny place near the corner of Center Road and Union Road has a decent selection of filling dishes. While I was definitely temped by many of the other items, I ignored everything else and took the plunge to order the classic "Beef on Weck". Not being a Buffalo native, I have only tasted a few of these famous sandwiches in my time. Unfortunately, in the few Beef on Wecks I have had the roast beef had been artificially processed or the bun had been too salty. Schwabl's had the perfect sandwich, consisting of real freshly-sliced meat, and a delicious (but not overbearing) bun. Note that this kind of quality comes at a price. $11.75 was a bit more than I was expecting for such a sandwich, but the quality of the beef and the delicious Kimmerweck roll made up for it. Oh, and if you're there, get the German Potato Salad. It's incredible. Summary: Cute little place. I wouldn't try coming here with large groups (5+ people). Food is a bit more expensive than your typical diner or BBQ, but it is worth the price. I would come here again. read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - A classic "Beef on Weck" sandwich served with mashed potatoes and coleslaw. - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

Very disappointed with the service. The waitress put a sandwich and a plate of potato salad on the table when I was talking with my brother, I looked down saying who's is this? She then brought the rest of our meal and no idea who ordered what cut of beef anyone wanted; we figured it out on our own. She brings the check with a 20% tip already included ( there were 5 of us) I didn't have an issue with the he 20% tip because of the pandemic and the food industry was hit hard. I do have an issue with not being professional and feeling entitled to a 20% tip that truly was not earned. Clearly the food speaks for itself; I will not be back. read more

I am so glad we went out of our way to stop here for a beef on weck!! Walking in was like stepping back to the 60s, but in a really great way. The walls are all wood paneled and the bar is vintage to say the least. All the wait staff had white uniforms that surely have not changed in 40 years. The staff was incredibly friendly, and our server, Debbie, was amazingly sweet and helpful! We both has the beef on weck sandwiches which were delicious. The horseradish was on the table and made the sandwich. I also tried the birch beer on tap, which is like root beer but specially brewed for them. If we hadn't been driving to visit family, I definitely would have tried a Ben and jerry (everyone else was ordering it). I probably enjoyed the experience more than the food, and I want to go back for cocktails! I highly recommend if you want a very pleasant dining experience! read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - Vintage charm! Look at that cash register!! - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

This place is a time capsule. Including the people that work here. Uniforms, old cash register, old bar, habitual gesture, all of it is a part of Schwabl's experience. I saw that Anthony Bourdain did an episode here, so I had to try. Are the sandwiches gonna knock your socks off? No. Are their German potato salad the best thing you've ever eaten in your life? No. But it's the whole Schwabl's experience that make the flavors unforgettable. For an hour, you get a glimpse of the early 1800s and how it might've felt sitting there eating a simple roast beef sandwich like the people of Niagara Frontier. Think of this place like an old antique shop and go for the experience. read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - Beware of the horseradish. This much had me in tears! No joke. - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

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The Roast Beef was wonderful as usual, Ham gravy was classic. The server Shawn was awesome, bar tending and serving, exceedingly kind and accommodating. One negative, the increase in prices was not surprising. However, the menu was very confusing, add this and add that. They should make it simple. read more

When I first stepped off the plane in Buffalo, I was assaulted (or a-salted, oh! a pun) by posters for beef on wec. What's a wec? Kummelweck (ie "wec") is a salty, crunchy kaiser-like roll with caraway seeds atop and is at its most divine when paired with slow-roasted beef. And, although Buffalo has given the world wings, it keeps this local treasure to itself . Schwabl's serves up a mean beef on wec. I would go one step beyond Daniel B and say this joint is beeftastic. Their beef mouth-wateringly good, slow roasted, and sliced to my specifications. Oh, and the rolls! The kummelweck was crunchy on the outside, with the perfect combination of coarse grains of salt and caraway seeds, and still soft yet chewy on the inside. As it turns out, and believe me I tried this sandwich at other places around town, I only like beef on wec here. Plus, Schwabl's has a certain grandpa-chic-ness to it. It has been around since 1837 and the waitresses scoot about in white nurse-like uniforms (with matching white nurse-like shoes). I maximized this vibe by eating dinner there at 5 PM and had beets (another option was German potato salad), fries, and a dab of horseradish as accompaniments. Overwhelmed by saltiness, I could only eat half the sandwich in a sitting and had to wait another hour or two, and rehydrate, before I could finish it -- and yum, the wait was totally worth it! read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - I [heart] Scwhabl's - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

Absolutely spectacular, historic and delicious with amazingly attentive service,definitely recommend read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

This place along with Charlie the Butcher's in Williamsville are probably the two most popular and well known places in the Buffalo area to get Buffalo's specialty sandwich the beef on weck. The beef on weck here is pretty good. Beef is pretty tender and the weck roll fresh with a reasonable amount (but not too much) of kosher salt and caraway seeds on top. Tables have your horseradish sitting there as a condiment along with the ketchup which is a true mark of a beef on weck restaraunt that means business. The restaurant itself is inside of an old house and definitely has the feel of an old school restaurant that your grandparents would've gone out to every sunday for breakfast after church. The interior is small and tables are pretty close together but the atmosphere still manages to maintain a private feel while you eat your dinner at your table in your own little world. They have a nice small bar you can sit at if you want and next to that sits the carving station where you can watch the beef for your sandwich be carved fresh. The walls are adorned with lots of old memorabilia including pictures from when Anthony Bourdain visited. Perhaps the biggest standout of this restaurant though that seals the old school atmosphere is that all of the waitresses still wear pure white waitress uniforms. Another item they are known for that you should consider ordering while here is their Tom & Jerry cocktail. At $9 it is most definitely overpriced but still its a delicious creamy concoction laced with plenty of rum thats worth a try once. All the times I have visited service has been pretty on point. While prices are a bit elevated here the place still maintains Buffalo icon status and considering the place has been here since the 1800s and has survived multiple cars crashing into their building Schwabl's has certainly stood the test of time. Anybody visiting Buffalo looking for a local institution should check it out and locals should eat here at least once in their lifetime. read more

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I have been hankering for a traditional beef-on-weck sandwich for months and since I was on a business trip in the Buffalo area I decided to drop in at Schwabl's and grab a taste of memory. Wait time was non-existent at the time I came in but the restaurant filled quickly. I had the chicken wing soup with crumbly bleu cheese as an appetizer and it was delicious and then I had the beef-on-weck which had an authentic kimmelweck roll with real caraway and kosher salt. A wonderful taste treat along with the dill pickle side. If I get the chance I will gladly return. read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - Traditional Roast Beef Sandwich on Kmmelweck - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

Good lord you have not lived until you've had one of their Tom and Jerry's - they're made the old-fashioned way with the tiny little mugs. Smooth, Luscious and they pack a punch but they don't come cheap - about eight bucks a pop. They serve them from early December right up to St. Patrick's so you got plenty of time to get some. WARNING : Just don't sit by the radiator or the cutting station in case another old lady drives into the building read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - Well they'll start serving their amazing Tom and Jerry's again in just five short months so I thought I would just post this anyway - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

Stopped in on a friday evening. Surpirsed to find parking lot pretty empty. Surprised at price increase. Surprised at all the rules on the menu for sharing orders and no split checks and 20% gratuity auto add for parties of 5 or more. The topper was when a family of four was turned away at because they were no longer seating. Patron stated the sign says you seat until 7:30. Bartenders reply was "thats right, and it's 7:31" Who does that? After enjoying the place for close to 40 years I will be surprised if we ever go back read more

My husband and I just had a very delicious take-out fish fry! Would highly recommend, thanks Schables for an awesome job! Given the current corona virus social distancing and CDC guidelines, this dinner was the highlight of our week! read more

The food was very good, service was awesome only thing I would say was just for me and my boyfriend it was like 85 dollars to eat on a tuesday..Tuesday... just a roast beef sandwich with no sides is 17.99 or you can upgrade get the sides for 21.99. I had one martini and he had a beer. I feel like in buffalo there are a ton of places to get roast beef. I would say try once and you kind of mark it off your bucket list and let that be that. read more

We stayed one night in Buffalo on our trip East and wanted an authentic meal but aren't wing people so we knew it had to be beef on weck. It was out first time and I honestly don't think I'd ever try anywhere else. Cute spot full of charm and old school service with amazing food. The sandwiches were tender, flavorful perfection and the German potato salad was a tangy delight. read more

As soon as i got here we ordered drinks at the bar while we waited to be seated. We got walked by for twenty mins when we waited to order our drinks, however that can be understandable as they are busy. what was not acceptable was the waiter pushing me to the side when i was trying to get out of his way in the first place. when i say push, i don't mean shove or hard but just a little push. either way i did not like that especially during covid. I will say the waitress, blonde with glasses was super sweet and helpful when they were out of a lot of food options. Service was fast once sat down, but the food is overpriced for what it is. The waitress literally told us we have to pay a 20% tip due to having a party of 6.. On to the food, I had the scallops which were fried, they were pretty good but the sauce was not. The mozzarella sticks were not what I had hoped for, and I ended up not eating any of it. read more

Schwabls is a Western New York icon for beef on week so we decided to stop in last year. The place is a converted house, and as such is very cozy, which is to say, small. The beef on week was ok. I was expecting something amazing. They were quite pricey as well. We won't be returning. read more

The employees are very friendly. I love beef on weck and it's a specialty at this restaurant however it's not great. I have ordered it a few different times hoping for better but each time it was very chewy and dry. It's a little more expensive than most other beef of weck sandwiches in the area also. Cute little place for lunch but I don't recommend the beef on weck. read more

Incredible beef on weck in this old fashioned German pub. Unparalleled beef on weck in a real homey environment. The cash register is awesome. read more

Schwabl's Restaurant - Vintage cash register. - American Near Me - West Seneca, New York

This is for a TO GO order for my office. The woman who took my order was VERY patient and walked me through their menu to make sure I was ordering what we needed. When I arrived I was greeted with an amazing smell and smile from the meat carver! That's right - he was standing right at the bar in front of everyone caving out meat and placing onto a roll right on top of a scale so when they say it's "#" you're really getting it. They served all the sauces/gravy in side cups so everything was still "crisp" when I got back to the office. The server even walked me to my car with everything! My beef on weck was a perfect medium and piled high. Served with horseradish, fries, and pickled beets. It was yummy! Can't wait to return and dine in house! read more

I haven't been here in quite a while. I don't know why. I always liked it. Maybe because roast beef hasn't been on my radar for some time. Why you ask? Because the last few times I've had it it's been horrible! And it was from places that supposedly is known for their beef. It makes me nuts when I bite into a beef and have to tear it apart and then it chews like gum, never to break apart. Sadly, after a minute of chewing this stringy piece of ____, I'd need to expel it. How's that for a visual you won't soon forget. I'm guessing you've been there too. Told you it makes me nuts. Count to 10. Inhale ..... Exhale ... Inhale ..... OK. Well, thank you Schwabl's for making me a believer in what Buffalo stands for besides pizza and wings. Good beef and good sides of German Potato Salad and Picked Beets. And they have Guinness. I'll beee baaack. Sláinte read more