This a truly a hidden gem that I'm glad I was able to tour. Our guide Josh really took time to…read moreeducate us on the history of the silos and how important Buffalo was in feeding America and how the silos operated. These massive structures although far removed from their original purpose are awesome to look at and carefully explore. It was cool to see how the spaces have been transformed to something we can use today. One of the silos is no affordable living, another is an intimate gathering space and of course the greenery was walking trails.

This was an incredible tour. Captain Ava and docent Don were so nice. The cruise was smooth. So…read moremuch information and insight into this incredible part of Buffalo's history. Don was especially informative as a former mill woker at general mills. I loved this and am so proud of this city.

From what I overheard, this is the second year that the Whiskey Riot was hosted here and we had a…read moreblast! I love that this venue is so spacious, well lit, there's lot of natural lighting, high ceilings, it's well ventilated and it's carpeted. For this particular event "The Whiskey Riot" I also overheard people saying there were more venues last year and they'd like to see more come next year. There's a ton of room to put vendors around the facility and allow for everyone to walk around easily. For this event, there were two food trucks outside and inside, they had a variety of free chips and granola bars for people to choose from, as well as water. There was a large seating area off to the side just to hang out and enjoy your snack or meal from the truck. Coat check is available, they accept tips only. I had a really great time here with my sons, I tried 11 different vendors and even though there were long lines, everyone was in a great mood, enjoying themselves. We brought a Whiskey Riot tee shirt and yes, we'll be back next year!

I was here for another Spree Best of party. Luckily the skies were mostly cloudy so the huge…read morewindows facing west were not a big problem as the sun coming in makes that room feel stifling. There were approx. 30 vendors set up in the two huge rooms. It is always so much fun to go from one to the next to taste one of that restaurant's or brewery's offerings. 6 different flavors of sausages from Hanzlian's, 2 tasters from Pham's, 3 mac and cheeses from The Cheesy Chick, lots of cookies from Half-baked Cookies, and many more.

I have seen many shows at BIW and when it was time to plan my retirement party I was psyched to…read morelearn they are available for private parties. The price was reasonable, the service was outstanding, and the food was hot, tasty, and affordable. My friend's Band, Soul Street Band, played the venue and loved working with the staff. Buffalo IronWorks is a true Buffalo gem!!

If you're looking for cool live music off the beaten path, this is the place. I came here for the…read moreVindy's show in June and had a nice time. There is mostly standing room for the venue, with some tables on the main level and a small balcony level for tables. I think everything was still walk-up service at the bar for that night. I didn't get any food and only had water to drink (stay hydrated!), but it looked like a pretty expansive menu for drinks. I was a little wary about the immediate surrounding area, since the streets immediately around the venue were cobblestone. This made it kind of hard to walk, when it wasn't super well lit. I was also confused by the parking arrangement in the area, since it seemed like the garage had some access restriction and the parking around the backside of the building also had confusing signage. This is not a criticism of the business whatsoever, just an important note for the other aspects of your visit.

I found myself here the other day looking at apartments. Friend of mine's moving back to town and…read moreis looking for a new place to live, it's close to downtown. This building is beautiful. There is all sorts of interesting stuff in it, including a dog grooming place, a haircutting place, a really nice gym, a massage studio, a place for a quick breakfast or lunch, a nice high-end restaurant. There's also plenty of offstreet parking for the tenants. It isn't covered. There one and two bedroom apartments here. The way they reuse the reclaim space is really nice. I can't say enough about this space. Update 140 2021

I was at 500 Seneca for another great Spree Event. It was a Spree cocktail party. There were roast…read morebeef, turkey and chickpea sliders, cheese, fruit and chocolate platters and several spreads which could be enjoyed on bagel toast pieces or pieces of baguette. The spreads included a chopped olive tapas, a apricot mostarda and a caramelized onion dish. These could be enjoyed on the toast points or along with the roasted garlic goat cheese. There was also a cash bar. The event was a way for several merchants to display their wares, among them Blue Table Chocolates, Tommyrotter Distillery, Rebel Ride and several artisans. The wait staff was great, replenishing the various platters and serving trays of tasty mini-potato pancakes and boneless chicken wing bites throughout the evening. They also picked up plates, cans and bottles, taking them back to the kitchen for disposal vs. there being many unsightly trash cans throughout the room. This also added to the event, making the room more attractive.

Very happy with Erie County!!! I've lived here all of my life and intend to retire here tooread more

I've been here before and it's never looked this bad. Lots of dead growth. It looks like it has not…read morebeen taken care of in a long time.

Wedding review of Barrel Factory: - Ample parking in lot and…read moreside streets - Beautiful decor for fall wedding (rustic vibes) - Quick bar service Both the ceremony and reception were on the upstairs level. During cocktail hour, they quickly moved the chairs and pulled in the tables to transform the space. It was clear the staff knew what they were doing. Also, there was ~70 drinks (beer, specialty bride & groom cocktails) sitting on the bar, ready for guests to grab. - Bonus room with board games and cornhole I loved this extra space because the kids in the wedding party were able to hang out and run around. It was also a great spot for the photo booth. - Food was delicious Standouts for me were the eggrolls (stuffed pepper & beef on weck), baked potato soup (loved that this was served in place of salad), and the tender filet with buttery mashed potatoes. I may have grabbed some of my kids' fingers and fries, because I can never say "no" to my favorite comfort food - perfectly crisp and salty. Would highly recommend this venue for any couple looking for a party environment with delicious eats.

We had a great time here. It's a cool place to grab drinks and a bite of food…read more I started with Seltzer. The flavor I picked was strawberry basil. My hubby chose a blueberry mojito with white rum. We also tried the gin and berries. They had seltzers, too, and we wish we could have tried them. Since we were drinking, we decided to have the appetizer trio. We had the delicious goat fig egg rolls, chicken pot stickers, and pretzel bites with cheese.

The staff at The Tewksbury Lodge were very accommodating when we held our company picnic there…read moreyesterday . We had 3 salads , hamburgers and chicken breasts , a desert table and a cash bar with our package . Both, the inside of the facility and outdoors overlooking Riverworks were utilized that afternoon . They allowed us to bring our own lawn games and played some decent tunes while we socialized . I would think it would be hard to find a better atmosphere for a picnic than here . We are definitely going to use them again in the future - they have several options to choose from as far as catering goes . Check it out !

Friendly and welcoming staff, a clean and comfortable space, and well-maintained bathrooms. I…read morereally appreciated having a place to hang coats. Separate bar area but plenty of space for table and foods. Would love to return to see the outdoor space. A few parking spaces but plenty of street parking nearby. Overall, a great spot with a pleasant atmosphere and attentive service. Would definitely return!

I like the wings here…read more Garlic parm are really good We liked the bbq Not the biggest fans of the Cajun - I wish those had a sauce and not just the dry rub But all the wings are super crispy Poke bowl was ok Steak was ok The ambiance is lovely in here

Out with the family and we decided to try something new. But Having not drank for the last 5 months…read moretoday was the day when I decided to treat myself to a drink as well. We had a bit of difficulty finding the way back to the patio as every inside space was full with parties but when we reached their huge patio we loved the space. Out little yelper opted for their grilled cheese, shockingly she tried to take home the crust after devouring the sandwich. The misses got the pizza and i got serious upscale Pizza Hut vibes from it. But make no mistake this thing was huge and heavy dough. Solid personal pizza. I got the garlic parm wings and while I loved the bleu cheese, I was seriously disappointed with the extreme lack of any type of buttery sauce, it was borderline dry. Next time I'll give another sauce a try. But the beer was pretty decent, it was difficult to really enjoy it but that was more a me problem. Overall pretty impressed, we definitely wouldn't mind a second trip

I'm a huge fan of Resurgence and recently came here with a group of friends. The service was a…read morelittle slow but they were definitely busy. We also sat outside so I understand that sometimes we may be a little "forgotten." This place is also dog-friendly so that's a plus! There were many water bowls outside. I ordered the honey chipotle chicken sandwich and it was absolutely delicious. I like how the portions are rather normal. There was a nice kick to the chipotle sauce. The fries were also delicious. They were soft but also a little crispy - just the way I like them!

Solid 3.5 stars. There is plenty of parking options (free) around the area…read more There are 2 levels. First level is the bar area with a few booths to sit and chit chat with plenty of bar tables to lounge around in. There is an onsite brewery offering an extensive offering to suit any taste. The kitchen is fabulous and offers up food lickity split! The staff are plenty friendly and always around to ensure you get what you need/ want

Recently came with a group of people for a comedy magic show at their new location, Elmwood…read moreCommons. Located in what used to be a school, there are light refreshments available (pizza, popcorn, drinks, candy) setup in the hallway. The show takes place in a school auditorium. It was a sold out show so it was packed. With auditorium seating, it was kinda tight and everyone had to get up from their seats if anyone needed to get out, so I wasn't a huge fan of this for a comedy show. Also, there were not enough bathrooms for the amount of people, but they extended intermission until everyone could go (which was nice). However tickets were cheap and I appreciated that they don't have a 2 item minimum policy like other venues do. So I would probably go back.

Had a BLAST!! Seating reminds me of Shea's…read more Good for date nights, just eat before you go or they have pizza, popcorn and candy available along with Beer, Wine, Hard Seltzer, Pop and water. Bathrooms were clean and parking was easy. A Really Good Time. No table minimum because there's no tables but open seating.