i saw the sign outside the building and finally decided to stop by to satisfy my curiosity and it did not disappoint! For starters the cafe is so spacious with seating inside you can sit here for hours with a good book or work to do sipping one of their drinks. Which i didn't do since I've to go to work the first time i stopped in so i just browsed the baked goodies and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I wasn't going to get anything since i was on a low-key no sugar diet but he talked me into trying one of their scones baked fresh with real fruit. And i am sooo glad he did. The blueberries were bursting with flavor and i love how it was so soft and fluffy compared to the x amount of dry scones I've encountered *happy tear* - walked to work at a snail pace while eating it and blueberry scone never had a chance to see my office table. But this is not where it ends. I went back a few days later (ahem:yesterday) and again I was only going to browse the case but the cheddar chive biscuit called to me and the staff offered to heat it up so once again i walked out of the lunch box with a pastry in hand walking home and WoW! So soft and fluffy with a hint of sea(?) salt after effect on my taste buds after each bite - this has got to be to one of the BEST biscuits I've had in a looooong time!! So yeah, wasn't planning on having sweets or any baked goods but it can't be helped when the display is so tempting when you visit TLB. Consider yourself warned :) read more

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My husband stopped here on a whim and brought it home. I have heard excellent things about The Lunch Box for years. We shared the turkey sandwich and Buffalo chicken wrap. While eating the sandwich, I couldn't identify any flavors besides the pickled red onion and obviously the turkey. There was one single piece of green leaf lettuce and a slice of tasteless cheddar that wasn't big enough for the bun. The amount of turkey was ok, but with so few other toppings the bun was overwhelming. I had to look up the description of the sandwich because my husband forgot what it had said and we couldn't identify anything unique. Plus, the proportions were so off I assumed they had forgotten to include something. I can see why he chose it, the description on the menu sounded thoughtfully composed. It says: turkey, cheddar, chipotle-bacon mayo, pickled red onions, & mixed greens on a house-made brioche bun, $13. Technically that's an accurate description, except for the mixed greens. But neither of us could taste chipotle or bacon in the mayo, it added nothing. So this is definitely not a sandwich I would order again and it makes me skeptical of the rest of the menu. I understand that they're making the buns in-house and I appreciate that immensely. But, they aren't that great for housemade fresh bread. They taste like grocery store bakery buns. They could be so much better. It feels like a missed opportunity. The Buffalo chicken wrap was good, not great and it had a big hunk of lettuce core in it. I found it surprising that the cook didn't notice grabbing a large chunk of core when the wrap doesn't have a lot of lettuce in it. It's not like they were grabbing giant handfuls and missed it, which would be understandable. These are corner store quality items with cute cafe prices. So all in all...I don't get it and we won't be back. read more

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The honey chicken sandwich was a 9/10. The service was fast & go lunch time so, it was on point. The ambiance is great. If you're looking for parking, a pay as you go parking lot is right across the street. Also street pay parking anywhere your at downtown, This place is definitely super close to the library a hotel, and a few minutes away from the train station and bus stops. Very convenient location. read more

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Great food and fast service in a convenient down town Buffalo location. Definitely recommend for lunch!

I was in the mood for something sweet and wanted to check in with The Lunchbox since I hadn't been here in a couple weeks. I knew they had the best desserts in their bake shop so I stopped in on my way to a meeting. Even on an off hour for lunch, this place was still packed but they were so quick with the service and the staff were so friendly and happy to talk with. They even remembered me from the last time I was in and that was so nice. I just ended up getting two of their cookies so I had a snack before my meeting. Both cookies were so good and very soft. I'm not a hard cookie person, and these were the perfect amount of chewy. I can't wait to come back for breakfast or lunch one of these days and get more things off this menu! read more

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Stopped in to try a few bakery items, since I'd heard they were so fresh and good. Man behind the counter was helpful b/c the selections were difficult to make! Chose blueberry (+ something, don't remember) bread pudding and a blueberry lavender scone. Shared these with a friend. Neither of us had had bread pudding before, which is why I chose it. We warmed it up a bit, it was good, especially the blueberry flavor, but we realized we are not bread pudding fans. The scone, which we also warmed up a bit, was really flavorful, soft, delicious. Blueberry flavor definitely there, but couldn't detect the lavender. Frosting was just enough to add a bit of sweetness, but not to overwhelm. So many other choices for the next time! The bakery portion is actually Lola's, and is on-site. Learned that there's another Lunchbox location at the Tri-Main center, and they, too, have bakery items, but not the wide selection available downtown. Hoping that, with the demise of downtown workers, that the Lunchbox survives... read more

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So glad I discovered Lunchbox during my visit to Buffalo and I would go back without hesitation. I found them on Yelp as I was looking for coffee shops and places to work close to my hotel. They were located right around the corner and checked off all my boxes. I arrived to find a bright and honestly rather large space connected to what I read is the Lafayette building. There's a big window looking into the bakery, a cool neon sign, and a beautiful mural painting on the back wall. Oh, and I can't forget the subtle pops of green thanks to the plants placed sporadically throughout the place. It was perfect for propping up and getting some work done. There were outlets placed throughout and the wifi was strong as well. I started with an oat milk latte and eventually ordered a veggie breakfast burrito as well. My latte definitely hit the spot but the breakfast burrito was the star of the show. Scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, arugula, avocado, shredded cheddar, and a sweet (but not too sweet) tomato jam all wrapped up in a large tortilla. It was down right delicious and a nice size portion as well. I ended up taking half of it back to my hotel to snack on. Like I mentioned at the start of this review, I would definitely come back whenever I find myself in Buffalo again. read more

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Great Service and The Food and Cookies as well really tasteful as well go try them out ppl they are worth it trust me read more

The Lunch Box - Great Logo as well better Food - Bagels Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I'm so happy with their updated space at Lafayette Court! Although it's on the first floor of a mixed use building, it's open to the public. You can dine in or take out. Their lunch menu features a few salads, a few hot sandwiches, and a few cold sandwiches/wraps. I opted for the sun dried salad which was filling and delicious! I also got a lemon ricotta raspberry mini cake which was also divine. Service was fairly quick and I really enjoyed sitting down with a coworker for lunch here! Highly recommend. read more

The Lunch Box - Sun dried salad - Bagels Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I got a regular light roast coffee & breakfast egg+cheedar sandwich on a homemade brioche bun, sat here for a friday morning. Not too much foot traffic during this time. friendly service :) ambiance - perfect for a work / study day. fast free wifi, spacious seating, abundant large tables, clean and wide open space. filled with plants! large windows for great natural light (space further from the window gets a bit dim). variety of baked goods to select from as well. the brioche bun was a tad sweet (like a Hawaiian roll?) and since i didn't get meat added to my sandwich, there was lack of contrast between that bread sweetness and the egg+cheddar. the cheddar was not too salty, though there was a decent amount. the egg was JUICY, perfectly cooked to a gooey texture (this was the default, i didn't ask for it so if you prefer fully cooked make sure to note that!). could tell the bun was very fresh though! read more

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This family run business has opened a new central location along with the addition of Lola's Bake Shop. The food is delicious! The atmosphere is welcoming, cozy, and open. And the staff was a delight. The ingredients are very fresh and the deserts are the perfect amount of sweetness without being "too much". I especially loved the rainbow bars. I can't wait to go back again. read more

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The newly refurbished lunch box and Lola's bakery is very nice. It's a calm, quiet atmosphere - at least when I was there around 10:30 for a coffee break. The menu is similar to the previous lunch box except I don't remember the egg sandwich to be as delicious as it was today. I felt I definitely got value for the cost. The sandwich was warm and fluffy and comforting. I'm happy the lunch box is back in business. The bakery looks very tempting and I nibbled a few of the samples they had out. If you need a sweets fix you've got a load of choices at the bakery. read more

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Just wanted to update the menu photos but the food was amazing. They have a Chicken Milanese absolutely dialed. Staff answered all questions cordially and in a friendly manner. The seating is so spacious and really gives an open feel to the establishment. read more

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I had the chance to check out The Lunch Box and Lola's Bakeshop, located in Lafayette Court, and came away very impressed! I arrived around 9:45am on a Friday and grabbed a parking spot in the paid, premium parking lot across the street, which had plenty of spaces. There is street parking as well but beware you will have to pay until 5pm each weeknight. I walked inside and immediately was struck with the full kitchen and just the sheer vastness of this space. The gentleman working the counter was incredibly courteous and friendly, answering the questions I had about some of the pastries set out. After placing my order, I took my number and grabbed a seat at the bar, which offers an awesome view into their beautiful, full kitchen - It was cool to see bakers in action! The space inside is modern, very spacious, and clean, working together to make for a relaxing dining experience. I was there for a Yelp Elite Week event for an egg and cheese (American, Cheddar, or Provolone) sandwich served between a fresh-baked, house-made brioche bun and a 16oz. coffee (medium, dark, Jamaican roast). I decided on cheddar cheese and went with the Jamaican-roast coffee. The sandwich was soo good! The brioche bun was warm and so soft and the egg was cooked perfectly with plenty of cheddar cheese on top. The Jamaican-roast coffee was a surprise for me - Tons of flavor, a nice level of sweetness with a bit of cinnamon on the end. I would be a very happy guy having a couple cups of that coffee every morning! Along with the sandwich and coffee, I treated myself to one of their sweet scones, Almond/White Chocolate with a bit of Lemon zest, and a cookies & cream cookie. The scone was incredible - Moist on the inside with a crispiness to the exterior, what I want when I eat a scone. I loved the flavors too; the lemon zest came right at the end of each bite. The cookie was on a whole other level! Soft and dense, stuffed with Oreo-style cookie pieces and sweet cream chips with chocolate chips. Lola's Bakeshop has certainly elevated my cookie-eating game! This was a delicious, fresh, and filling breakfast. I thought it was pretty affordable too, especially for how fresh everything was. The Lunch Box and Lola's Bakeshop is awesome! A clean, modern, spacious place to grab breakfast and lunch. Courteous, friendly staff serve up fresh-made food in a timely manner - You can also place your order online and pick-up and go. I know that if I worked in downtown Buffalo, I would not hesitate to go here for breakfast or lunch. read more

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Great spot to grab lunch - quick and easy options available as well as made to order. Soups available daily - delicious selection of chips.

Everything here is clean, bright and excellent. The food is great. Ben and Allie the owners are graduates of the culinary institute of America and it shows. Glad we came. read more

I found myself giving a pitch for The Lunch Box at work today and thought, I should probably put this all down in a Yelp review. I have never eaten on site. This review is for my experience with their catering only. These guys are just a consistent, solid, 5-star operation. I have worked with them plenty over the past few years. I have used their catering for both breakfast and lunch meetings. The food is good and the product is very consistent. The customer service on the phone and at drop off is always very friendly and helpful. They have never once been late, gotten an order wrong, or made any billing errors - 100% satisfaction every time at every step of the process. When I am responsible for coordinating the hospitality for a meeting or event, I want to work with someone I can really trust.The Lunch Box is at the top of my list. read more

The Lunch Box - Bagels & Treats Platter + Parfait Platter - Bagels Near Me - Buffalo, New York

This is my favorite lunch spot to come during the work day. Clean, healthy food. Quick service. Kind employees. The homemade granola bars are to die for. The salads are bomb! read more

Very tasty sandwiches, premium-quality ingredients, and yet still affordable. Downtown Buffalo lunch spots rarely meet all of these criteria, but the Lunch Box ticks off all of these for me. If you're working downtown near City Hall/ Court and Main, this is your best bet. I work on West Genesee st. and this is the best food for your buck for the short walk. read more

The Lunch Box provides great healthy lunch options but is way overpriced for the Buffalo market.

Oh how I love The Lunch Box!!! I frequently make my way here on my lunch break. They have such fresh food. They offer sandwiches, salads, and soups. They always have a taco of the day and usually another special, too. In addition to that, they have two different meals in the grab in go case. They will heat this up for you. So whether you are feeling a salad, some soup, a sandwich, or a meal - they have you covered! The prices are comparable to other places downtown for lunch. They usually are not too overly busy and are super quick. The quality you get for the price beats competitors downtown. Everything is homemade and fresh, you really can't beat it. I cannot say enough good things. I highly recommend the cobb salad; that is my favorite. Their dressings are amazing and also homemade. They also have baked goods to grab on the go. If you work downtown and need something for lunch, try this place. You will not regret it. The service is great and the food is even better! read more

This is one of the BEST lunch spots in downtown buffalo. They tend to get busy between noon and 1pm so it's best to come earlier or later. The service is quick, kind and responsive. They are attentive and polite. The food is super delicious. Their cold cuts are all Boars Head (a rarity in buffalo delis) and their fresh mozzarella is legit fresh. The portions are generously sized (plenty of meat and cheese on your sandwich). The dressing are fantastic. The bread is delicious. Their soups change often but I haven't had a bad one yet. The place is clean and modern. There is seating for twosomes and larger groups of 4. They also accommodate quick take outs. Overall, this is a great place to grab a lunch soup or sandwich. They also have homemade cookies in a variety of flavors including vegan peanut butter. read more

with four locations, I including 465 main street, thedowntown convenience factor is about 10 of 10. food is fresh, healthy, and served quickly. while it's not NYC, does $5 sound reasonable for a Cup of soup? not to me. read more

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I can't find a separate listing for the Lunch Box in Olympic Tower - nonetheless - this is just about a daily spot for me to refuel! Love the salad variety and the staff! Tiffany is the BEST :) read more

Fast, efficient, good quality food and lovely service. Especially good for having indoor seating and being super close to the Buffalo-Niagara Conference Centre. Great lunch option when you need something close by. read more

Well, the cat is finally out of the bag. The downtown business community has finally learned that The Lunch Box is the best new place to grab lunch. Although I'm happy for their success, now I have to wait in a much longer line to place my order! They have a great menu with a lot of healthy options. Today I had a turkey wrap with avocado, sprouts, field greens and just a small bit of vinaigrette dressing. I ALWAYS finish my lunch with one of their incredible little pumpkin cookies. These delightful little morsels are soft and delicious, with just the right amount of icing on the top. For the amount of food you get and the quality, the prices are spot on. My huge wrap and little, cute cookie came to just around $8. read more

The Greek wrap was perfect. Not too much dressing on a wheat rap. Felt healthy, but still very tasty.

And please strain your cream soups!! I'm still picking ginger out of my teeth. No one wants huge shards of ginger in their mouth. Also the croutons in their salads will break your teeth!!!! Croutons are supposed to be crispy but edible! These are like cement blocks!! read more

Great little lunch place in the Lafayette Court building. I've heard from a few friends and decided to check it out. They have nice size tables to sit at, and if you want you could sit at the window facing Washington street and people watch while enjoying lunch. As for the food they don't have a huge selection, but decent enough to come back for more and try something different. Mostly warm or cold specialty sandwiches, wraps, and salads. If you wanted something quick they have different salads and sizes of garden, Caesar, chicken Caesar, and Greek to go. I went with a small Greek chicken salad and Mexican soup. The homemade Mexican soup was delicious, filled with plenty of different veggies and not too salty. They ask if you want tortilla chips and cheese on top....of course I do! Who wouldn't want that option..? And the melted cheese in the soup adds a fun stringy texture. The Greek chicken salad was fresh, crisp, and very good, but wish the chicken had a little more flavor and maybe some grill marks (maybe asking too much here). Best part of the salad was the feta cheese was cleverly cut into cubes, so it was enjoyable and easy to eat. Most Greek salads I've had in the past usually consisted of a small mound of feta crumbles, which if you think about it really doesn't make sense for an open salad. Noticed they had a few varieties of homemade cookies, but will have to try one on my next lunch here. read more

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Every time I've been to Lunch Box, I've been exquisitely pleased. I frequently get the soup and special sandwich! I just love all the different soups they have. Spicy bean soup, potato and bacon, and curried chicken have been my favorite soups. I always love the hot specials like meatball bomber or pulled pork and macaroni and cheese! The staff is always helpful and quick! If you're looking for a healthy-delicious lunch in Buffalo, stop on by the Lunch Box at the Tri Main building or Lafayette Court Building. read more

Don't be fooled by the name; this place is more than the contents of most lunchboxes. I just started a new internship downtown, so I stopped over on my lunch break on a recommendation. Boy, was I pleased. This little gem has great fresh offerings-- salad, soups, sandwiches. Everything looked amazing, but I decided to go with a combo- salad, soup, and a can of pop. Both soups sounded good, so they let me taste both. I tried the Burmese Chicken Noodle and Thai Carrot and both were quite good. I went with the chicken noodle so I could get some protein. It had tons of chicken and tiny noodles and had a nice creamy kick to it. I also had the Greek salad which was so fresh and the dressing was amazing. My total came out to just under 10 dollars, which was average for the quality and very quick service. I also really loved the atmosphere. Staff was very friendly and they had some nice tunes. Paul McCartney, John Lennon, and the like. It was pretty quite and could be a nice place to chat. Definitely check this place out. It's a little tucked away, but could quickly become your new favorite lunch spot. read more

YUM. I grabbed this to go while in town for a conference. I got there right at 12 and by the time I ordered the line was out the door so it is a very popular place- my wrap was delicious and the service was quick and a good price! read more

Big fail, I paid a lost $5.00 for a cup of broth, not one piece of pasta or rice. The soup was advertised at chicken wild rice ! Not !

They have the best gluten free breakfast and lunch sandwiches! Not too expensive either. I come here multiple times a week!

I'm only withholding a star because I feel like I need to go back try more! A great downtown lunch spot that is relatively healthy and fills a gap left by the downtown Globe Market (in my opinion). It was clean, open and used fresh ingredients. There aren't many tables but it seems like most people just pick something up and go. I wish this was the quick option in the lobby of my building!! You could get a sandwich or salad to order or could pick from a pre packaged salad. They had a good variety to choose from. I got the buffalo chicken breast and my friend got a huge garden salad both for about $6-10. They had some sweet treats, chips, and even some vegan bars for guests. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back soon! (Is tomorrow too soon?) read more

This food is generally good and the staff is always friendly but, depending on who's doing the food preparation, it can be rather bad as well. It seems that their best sandwich makers move on to other opportunities after a short stay here, while the so-so ones linger. It's gotten to the point where I'll glance at who's making the food before I decide whether or not to enter the shop. There are a couple of staffers that will cause me to look elsewhere for that day's breakfast or lunch. I'd say give it a try...hopefully you'll get lucky and catch them on a good day. read more

Went for first time today. It's perfect. Highly recommend if you are in a quick lunch break or need something for an office "to do". Quick service, great menu selections and nice seating area. Don't know how I missed this place before! Menu selection has something for everyone plus yummy little nibbles for dessert (cookies, etc. ) Easily going to be a regular. read more

I got the most delicious chipotle turkey sandwich! The place was clean and had a ton of food options. Unfortunately I got there right as they were about to close, so I didn't get to sit as long as u would have liked to. But the staff were very friendly. I will definitely visit again! read more

This place was exceptionally average. The food was bland, but totally acceptable. The staff was nice and friendly . I went for lunch because it seems to be the only thing in the area, but if you aren't already in the building it's not worth driving to. The menu has very few vegetarian options. read more

What a wonderful addition The Lunch Box has made to the downtown lunch scene. The food is so fresh, the prices are fair, and I've never had a wrap or sandwich that's been anything less than great. I wish there were more tables because I'd love to sit more often, but I usually take out. Either way, I love going to The Lunch Box, and the sometimes long line is worth the wait. read more