My boyfriend and I went out for dinner to celebrate a special occasion. This was a great place to do it! Wonderful atmosphere and service. Before visiting I had heard that the food is a little more on the pricey side. But it really wasn't bad, especially considering the size of the portions. We had enough food for more than 2 meals with an app and two entrees. On top of everything, the food was delicious! We look forward to going back! read more

Cheese fondue for two was awesome. Seafood pasta (linguine, scallops, salmon, shrimp, light tomato sauce) was divine, and it tasted great the next day (huge portions) Pork tenderloin with cranberry glaze was cooked perfectly and also was wonderful the next day Wine options are slightly limited Def will return read more

You wouldn't know about this place unless someone brought you there. You must have reservations. Go early, sit at the bar, and enjoy a drink. When seated, you receive bread with delicious sun dried tomato oil. We got the "fondue for two" as the appetizer. Definitely recommend. It has a Gorgonzola cheese sauce with different amazing dipping options: tenderloin, asparagus spears cooked to perfection, portabello sliced and fried, and focaccia. Perfect portion for two. For the entree, I only ever had the carrot papperadella. It's so good that I don't want to try anything else. Huge chunks of seafood over pasta served with a flavorful cream sauce. All their deserts are so good so don't get too full from dinner or, at the very least, bring it home. Great service, atmosphere, and prices are definitely reasonable. read more

Awesome food! Great service. Called on a Saturday and they were able to fit us in that night. Try the fondue. read more

One of the best restaurants I've been to! Every dish was incredible. We got the fondue, which was amazing! The portobello fries dipped in the fondue were incredible. Our meals were absolutely delicious and came out pretty quickly. The service was great and the atmosphere was romantic and cozy. The tables are pretty close together but overall it was awesome. I highly recommend going here for a special occasion or just a nice night out! read more

My husband and I always enjoy the food at Left Bank. Last night we thought we would beat the heat, and grab dinner and a drink. Unfortunately we did not beat the heat. The thermostat was right near our table. It read upwards of 86 degrees. Our waitress did an excellent job, but was practically sweating in our food, as were many of the other employees. Eating dinner in that type of heat is one thing, but working in that condition is another. The owner should look into fixing the AC. This was the first time we ever had a bad experience at Left Bank. I definitely won't come back until the weather cools down. read more

This is one of my favorite places to dine. Always great food and the staff is knowledgeable in presenting the menu as well as a complimentary wine . The atmosphere is cozy , comfortable and relaxing while enjoying the company of your friends . read more

I very good meal was had there recently. This is a great small group / couples date night spot. The group I was with started with a couple of their best focaccia breads and they were delicious! They had some great daily specials - fish , beef, and pasta's. Some in my group ordered the specials and they were rave reviews. I selected a penne with steak poivre dish which was excellent. The steak was nicely done medium with plenty of mushrooms and peppers along with a very nice Marsala bases sauce. Very strong effort on the pasta front! The service was excellent with our server handling a big table on a busy evening without issue. She was attentive and regularly checked in to ensure we are doing ok. A great spot that I will be sure to visit again real soon! read more

Brought my beau here for his birthday dinner. Major pro of the Left Bank is that they're open on Monday nights. None of the other fine dining establishments in Buffalo seem to be so the night was already off to a win. The decor was cozy and intimate, great for a date night. Our server was friendly and inviting which immediately put us at ease. We arrived at 7:30 and were seated immediately. We started off with a cocktail, a Manhattan for me and some soft of lavender/gin drink for him. We decided to order the double calamari for starters. Once it came out we realized a single would have been more than enough. The tomato sauce it was served with was very zesty and had some heat to it. All in all it was OK... But nothing to write home about. We were most excited for the entree selection anyways. I had the ravioli special which was made with grilled chicken, hot peppers and a Romano cream sauce which was to die for. My boyfriend had the pasta special served with crap, spinach, and tomatoes. The food was incredibly delicious. We ordered another drink, and then split a piece of key lime pie for dessert. All in all, the bill came to $110, and I was pleasantly surprised. Very reasonable for a higher end restaurant in Buffalo in my opinion. We will definitely be back! read more

We had dinner on Friday night, great service and good food. My penne w/ steak was good but was missing something. My friend ordered ravioli, definitely a better choice. Overall a great dining experience. read more

The Left Bank - Penne with steak minus the asiago - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Left Bank is out of this world good. I have never had a less than phenomenal dish here. One of the very best of WNY. Perfect for special occasions. City-romantic with raw brick, white table clothes, and dim candlelit warmth. read more

Was once our go to place before we moved out of area. Probably been there 100 times. Something changed went with our Toronto friends to impress them with what we thought was one of our favorite places. The famous ravioli was doughy them we replaced it with the steak Au Pourve and pasta. It was extremely salty. On top of everything service was extremely slow. Too bad when future visits occur back home won't be to the Left Bank. read more

Oui, oui!!! Ok guys. I unfortunately must travel to Buffalo regularly for work. I have finally found a place that (almost) makes the journey worthwhile - The Left Bank. Where have you been all my life? Just had a business dinner there last night with about 7 other people. Everything was exceptional - appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, wine, service, ambiance. A couple of stand outs from the menu - grilled asparagus salad wrapped with smoked salmon, the focaccia appetizer (tried both the margherita and the beef with horseradish), and the grilled new york strip with gorgonzola. Service was attentive and knowledgable. Pacing was a touch slow, but it was pretty crowded so I am not going to give them a deduction. Buffalo definitely has a disproportionate number of really good restaurants for its size, and Left Bank is a must try for anyone who enjoys high quality cuisine. read more

Went here for brunch on Sunday, as I had been here for dinner a few years back and really enjoyed it. Brunch was ok. Nothing stellar. I had the eggs benedict which was good, but not mind blowing. BF had the seafood benedict. We agreed that mine was better. He had thesoup of the day to start which was a sweet potato poblano. WOW. Delicioso. Water carafe and bread assortment were lovely touches. Saw the french toast go by and that looked to die for. Next time frenchy toast, you are mine! read more

The Left Bank is one of the best restaurants in Buffalo. The food is consistently good, atmosphere is upscale but comfortable, and service is solid. Their daily specials are usually good, including the ravioli of the day. They also have an outdoor patio/seating area which is really nice. It feels like a secluded garden. Very pleasant. Been to their brunch a number of times and enjoyed that too. read more

You need to go here. The place has a cool vibe and look to it. Staff are really friendly and willing to please. We had the famous carrot pappardelle that everyone loves and there is a reason that it is so popular. There is a daily ravioli special. This time they were stuffed with grilled chicken, red pepper and fresh ricotta in a tomatoey vodka type sauce. Ignore the naysayers. Some people are not used to good restaurants. This place could be in manhattan, and yet here, the price is a whole lot better. Bon appetite! read more

Addition. Foodie Log Date Sept 30 2016. Carrot Papperdalle. Get the Carrot Papperdalle. Why call it the Carrot Papperdalle with only a few shreds of carrot? Because so many places have a Seafood Papperdalle. And Butter Cream Papperdalle sounds like it has a excess amount of calories. So Carrot Papperdalle with shrimp lobster and everything with some shreds of carrot, just to make you remember the name. And super bonus, the scallop appetizer. Wow. read more

Tables were nicely spaced with dividers which made it a nice intimate spot. The food was delicious and service was great as always! Just have to make sure to make reservations early as they are small and fill up fast. read more

My server, I want to say her name was Kirstin or Kirsten, was very attentive! I could tell she enjoyed working there and made me and my boyfriend feel very welcome. We went there on a Friday night, so it was busy and quite loud in the dining room. It was cozy in a way, though! We ordered the carrot pappardelle and cheese tortellini, both were amazing. We had to get what we didn't finish to go, and it was still great the next day as leftovers! This cozy restaurant on quiet Rhode Island Street should be a winter destination for all Buffalonians. read more

This is a cute little gem of a restaurant. The appetizers ( tuna tartare and shrimp with artichokes) were delicious. The wait staff was amazingly attentive. Our entrees were cooked as we requested and were full of flavor. The only reason we give 4 and not 5 stars is that the lobster in my husband's entree was slightly over cooked. read more

The atmosphere is great, but the food is ok. I have been to this place on several special occasions. The other reviews are right, you must have a reservation to get a table on Friday or Saturday. The food tastes great, but never really settled well with me. As far as the prices... they are reasonable for the food that is served. The patio is rather small but quaint. If you're looking for a drink after the place closes be aware of the pub across the street, it can get rather rough in there. read more

The ravioli of the day, seafood and pasta, and carrot papardella are all amazing. They are surprisingly vegan friendly even though the menu doesn't show it. The chef prepared an amazing pasta in vegetables in a miso broth(that I might have liked even better than my steak.....which was AMAZING) because my fiance is vegan and none of the modifications were really standing out. As someone that has worked in fine dining for years, this is something I can really appreciate. The service was fantastic, our server was knowledgeable, the hostess was a little rude, but whatever. It is consistently the best food I get in Buffalo. read more

A lot of places here in Buffalo don't get reviewed enough. This place is uhmaaaaaaazing! Came for dinner and was not disappointed.

Still my favorite restaurant. The service and the food never let you down. Also share the ravioli for an appetizer. All of the main courses are gr8!!! read more

This is a solid 3 or 3.5 stars, went there with a coworker and we ordered the sirloin steak and mahi mahi fish. Steak was ok, just slightly above average, I felt the sauce was over powering the flavor of the meat, but the lobster meat topping made it still a decent option, fish was good with a decent serving size and flavor to offer. read more

The Left Bank - Sirloin steak with pouched lobster topping - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

One of my favorite restaurants in Buffalo. I try to get something new every time, but it is hard to deviate from my favorites, such as the fondue for two. This restaurant is a must for any celebration and or occasion. Amazing food. Definitely call ahead for reservations! read more

Arranged a going away party here for 20 people. It was pretty crowded for a Monday night! Had cocktail hour first at the bar and everyone seemed to enjoy their drinks...I was quite fond of my grape martini. They also have a large selection of wine. Service....2 waitresses did a wonderful job feeding such a large crowd...plenty of attention and everything was perfect! Food... Appetizers...everyone loved the tuna! The fondue was also pretty good. Some were afraid of the ginormous stuffed mushroom and shied away from it (in part because they were not sure what it was!!) Main course....holy cow!! Many of us had the ravioli special and it was HUGE....I am talking the entire plate huge! and fresh yummy sauce...mmm! We had a great time and I would not hesitate to return! read more

My husband and I chose to celebrate our 30th Wedding Anniversary with a nice quiet dinner at the Left Bank. We had a lovely table on the back platform near the kitchen. We first ordered a bottle of Riesling, to toast our 30 years of marriage. We continued with the "Left Bank" fried calamari as our appetizer. For our dinners, my husband ordered the Pork Tenderloin, cheese, garlic Ravioli of the day, smoothered with a light sauce. I ordered the Grilled CAB Center Cut NY Strip Steak, topped with butter-poached lobster, garlicky greens, and Monterey Jack. This was served with herb roasted fingerling potatoes. Our appetizer and meals were made to perfection. We finished off our meals with on dessert to split which was a Pumpkin Pecan Pie. Scrumptuos! Our whole experience would have been wonderful, except that right down the two stairs was a table with three woman, one man and a small girl. We didn't feel that this was the place for a small child that didn't know restaurant manners. This little girl was running up and down from the table, and was very loud. This spoiled our experience, which would have been a wonderful one. read more

Been hearing/reading about this place for a long time and haven't made it in until now. My expectations were sky high based on reviews and the difficulty with getting a reservation in the past. The off street parking was nice, a lot of places in Buffalo don't have private parking. The exterior is completely unassuming, you wouldn't even know Left Bank was inside unless you were looking for it. Bar area was spacious and had your typical modern exposed brick and edidson bulb vibe going on. I did appreciate the art hanging on the walls which gave it something to set itself apart from every other similar styled place. Cocktails were very good at the bar and on par with other higher quality spots in the GBA. Prices as well, ~$10 a drink and ~$6 a beer. Dining room was really great I thought and had a nice intimate feel without being on top of another table. The raised landing is a nice touch. Really like the layout of the room and the various art in that room as well. Table settings were A+, love the single candle. Old school and something no one does anymore, they all go with the standard votive. Service was very good, able to discuss the specials from memory and the ingredients. Attentive when it comes to drinks, water, and changing flatware between courses. Dining room is LOUD however, probably from the exposed brick and smaller space. A chittery dining room is a good thing as it shows a restaurant has life, but at certain levels it's intrusive. Now for the most important part, the food. The bread served with the oil or whatever it was was ok but lacked any flavor. I would have just preferred olive oil with salt and spices if you're gonna serve me bland dipping oil. First course we split the fondue for two. Absolutely fantastic. The tenderloin is worth the price of admission alone, coupled with roquefort fondue. I'm a blue cheese fan so that's just a double whammy for me. Asparagus, mushroom fries, toasted points were all very good as well. Have to order this. Entrees were actually a bit underwhelming given my expectations. I ordered the day boat scallops which were rather small and had a pretty strong flavor which was kinda off putting. The jasmine rice and broccoli raab accompiaments were plain and the pea shoots didn't do anything for the dish. Butter sauce was fine but not enough to save the bland entree. Overall not anything I would ever order again. The pasta is not made in house which was disappointing. Portions are MASSIVE which isn't a big thing for me. Give me a normal portion of high quality any day over a huge portion of something mediocre. The vemiicelli dish was good but not anything better than I've had at many other places, and less impressive than some excellent Italian places I've been. Pasta and seafood linguini was similar, massive portion of just a slightly above average dish I thought. Really just not impressed with the entrees which should be the home run course of any great restaurant. Dessert we split some kind of chocolate pie that was fantastic. The house made whipped cream that was prepared without a ton of sugar, giving it a nice offsetting quality to the extremely sweet and rich pie, was a nice touch. Coffee was good. I will definitely come back because there's too much potential here that I may just need to steer clear of seafood and pasta and enjoy truly remarkable meals. The tenderloin I did try was magnificent, and beef is my forte, so next time I think I'll go that route and see how it goes. As of now though my opinion is Left Bank does not live up to the hype. read more

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Left Bank excels in its brunch menu, offering a wide variety of drinks and dishes that are sure to please anyone. However, the lack of timely customer service and long waiting times for food end up ruining the overall experience. Pros: excellent atmosphere Live music (on certain days) Great food and drink menu Cons: unwelcoming staff Long wait times Subpar service read more

In for business and had a great evening. My only complaint was the waitress was less than stellar. Now, I don't know she could have been having a bad day or an off day. But she just wasn't overtly friendly. She did do her job however. The Bartender made wonderful cosmos that you could gulp down. How dangerous is that? The food was superb. I had the duck and one of my friends had the ravioli. It was divine and MASSIVE. Highly recommend it. We sat on the patio on a beautiful July evening and took in everything. I hope to go back! read more

This place is amazing. Same sort of ambiance as Mothers with equal the decadence and indulgence. Everything was perfectly seasoned and the tiramisu was light and fluffy, not dense and gross. read more

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I was very excited to come here because of all the reviews I read here. We made a reservation a week earlier to dine in the restaurant. The bread and dipping sauce is good and we had the San marzano pepper as appetizer. That was great. However I was let down by their entrees. My husband had giant ravioli and I had carrot pappardelle. I think we still prefer ravioli in their original size. I would go back again to give it another shot. read more

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This is review for brunch Trendy, retro, perfect for Sunday brunch. Light Jazz duo, excellent and not overwhelming. Eggs Benedict with crab cakes where done completely perfect. Wife had the specialty crepe and was delighted. Great vibe. Great service. Just far enough out of the way to feel like a spot that just you found. read more

Good atmosphere for business dinner. Very tasty appetizers...ahi tuna tartar and seared scallops. My steak penne pasta was adequately spicy, steak was medium rare, but the entire dish was a tad too salty. I have heavy taste buds and so if I'm complaining that it's salty, then it is definitely salty to an average person. Service was top notch as to be expected at a high price restaurant like this, but the tattooed bartender could use a few more smiles on her face. Why 4 star's? Because my business associates had pork chop, filet medallion and chicken of some kind. They all liked their entrees as their food was nicely devoured. read more

Nice atmosphere and good food , don't miss the Fondue for 2, absolutely delicious . After that I had the shrimp artichoke and I was good for evening . For sure I will go back and bring some friends . This place is perfect to hang out after work as for mature crowd. read more

The Left Bank - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Nice restaurant with friendly and knowledgable staff. with a well stocked bar. Not much of a table wait. Food is good but pricey. Live music ....which is always a plus. I would return again especially for the music. read more

One of my absolute FAVORITE places in Buffalo. Always have a wonderful meal there. Their brunch is great. Dinner gets packed, so you will need to make reservations in advance. If the weather is nice, sit outside. Great patio. read more

My husband and I have been there quite a few times. My favorite dish is the twin filet mignons. Make sure you make a reservation as we did not one day and the wait was ridiculous. So we took her food to go which stayed very warm. But unfortunately one of the dishes was not closed correctly and leaked all over the bag. When we did go there and stayed there we sat at the patio outside. It was a wonderful ambience, the waitress staff is amazing. The specialty drinks are not very good I believe. But the gumbo is something I think they should add to their permanent menu is no one around has anything quite like that. read more

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A little pricy but delicious food and great cocktails if you like craft cocktails. If you're looking for a fancy night out, this would be a great fit read more