Bratts Hill by Chef Darian turned out to be the perfect place for a college reunion with my old…read moreroommate and a few friends. The atmosphere was warm, lively, and inviting for both intimate conversations and lots of laughter. For my drink, the sorrel smash was definitely a smash! It was smooth, refreshing, and beautifully balanced. For appetizers, the Tallyman Boat completely surprised me. The plantain hummus was so creamy and flavorful. I also got the Saltfish Fritters which are a must order. Now if you enjoy jerk chicken and pork, do not skip the Jerk Experience - table side. The jerk pork especially had me about to do a praise dance. Now keep in mind it ain't cheap, it was $85, but it was a good time for my tastebuds. The only miss was the fried snapper. It was more so because it was a such a little piece and not necessarily because of flavor.

Been coming to Bratts Hill by Chef Darian for years and they rarely let me down. Stopped in for…read morelunch with a friend and we got the curry chicken and jerk chicken. All of the lunch specials come with rice & peas, cabbage, and plantain, but they were out of plantain that day so I swapped it for extra cabbage. Both meals hit the spot. Nothing that completely blew me away, but definitely the kind of food that satisfies the craving. The jerk chicken tasted like it came straight off the grill, super flavorful with that smoky char. The curry chicken was really good too. I ran into a couple chewy bones, which I expected since it's a bone-in stew, so it didn't take away from the meal. My only real complaint is that I wish the curry had a little more gravy because it was slightly dry. It also felt like it was missing a little something... maybe it really was the missing plantain. Still a solid lunch and a place I'll keep coming back to. Can't wait to try the dinner menu. 7.8/10.

The food is amazing!! My son and I usually split a large curry chicken plate, along with their…read morechicken soup that is out of this world good!! We have more than enough to fill us up and bring home leftovers. All their food is made from scratch and is authentic Caribbean fare. Don't miss it!!!

Amazing service!! The lenders are so very kind. Gave me a sample of foods I've never tried before…read more They have an amazing selection, snapper, oxtail, jerk chicken and pork, spicy beef and pork also have a wide variety of different Jamaican beverages. The snapper is definitely one of the best I've ever had and this oxtail is one of my new favorites. Couldn't be happier with a place to pick to get lunch

This restaurant is still a favorite for pulled pork and other Dominican dishes. The service is…read morefriendly, the food is always on point, and very authentic. In particular, we like the pulled pork, barbecue ribs, the stew chicken, and the yellow rice and beans.

Terrible food. I don't like Dominican food if this is what it is. Pure shite…read more Dirty restaurant. Counter service.

This space is truly one of the best spots on my list in Buffalo. There are so many choices here…read morethat there really is something for everyone. From tacos, to Filipino, and everything in between. The space is way more open and so much better seating wise with the remodel. My pick here always seems to be Pinoy Boi. The fried spam and rice bowl is out of this world. Service here is always nice and even though I haven't sat down, the bar looks great here too! This is also my first stop before any show at Shea's or a game down at the arena. It really is a must do when you're downtown. When you can't decide on what to eat, or you have multiple people with different ideas, this is the place to go to make everyone happy.

UPDATE: I'm back…read moreagain! One thing I didn't mention before is that this spot is set up like a bazaar, with about 5 different food vendors all in one building, which makes it really fun if you like options. This time there was jazz playing which set a lovely mood. I tried Abyssinia Ethiopian Cuisine and got the combination plate: doro wat, beef tibs, cabbage, lentils, chickpeas, and spinach. Huge portion, took it to go, and the service was actually really nice. The food itself? Absolutely amazing. Great spice, flavorful chickpeas, tender cabbage with carrots and potatoes, balanced spinach, and doro wat felt like a little bonus treat. 10/10, no complaints. Then I made the mistake of going back to Soe's Kitchen for the mango sticky rice. The staff were short and dry (again), no smiles, no warmth, and it looked like they were annoyed I was there. The "sticky rice" was actually a mushy brown mess swimming in coconut milk with hard, unripe mango on top. Nary a grain of rice was found. It looked like it had been sitting there forever. I couldn't even eat it. This disappointed me bc I was very excited to try it, 0/10. ** I want to be clear, the International House itself is awesome. Lots of fun vendors, a cool vibe, and great options. Hence the 4 stars. I just can't recommend this particular mango sticky rice vendor.

One of my favorite places for a comfort meal. I stopped in and got the combination plate with doro…read morewat, beef tibs, cabbage, lentils, chickpeas, and spinach. Huge portion, flavorful food, and really kind service. The atmosphere was really nice too, jazz playing in the background made it feel cozy and relaxed. Everything had a nice level of spice and tasted fresh and well seasoned. I especially loved the chickpeas and the cabbage with carrots and potatoes, and the spinach balanced everything out perfectly. The doro wat with the chicken and egg was a nice touch too. Absolutely no complaints here. 10/10.

This food stall is in the middle of the WEDI Downtown Bazaar at 617 Main Street, and it's full…read moreservice: Dine-in, take out, and delivery via apps. We ordered the combo plate with meat for $19.99, and it was just the right amount of food for two. Each bite was heavenly! The stewed greens had a kick to them; the doro wat (chicken in onion sauce) was richly caramelized; the lentils cooked perfectly. There are many booths and tables nearby for gatherings of all sizes. Paper lanterns hang overhead; the music veers from Cardi B to dancehall to 60's soul. On a Friday evening, I noticed there were far more single women than men.

I have been searching for a good African restaurant in Buffalo, and this is definitely the place…read more My order consisted of Fufu and Egusi soup with chicken and chicken with rice. Everything was delicious and I will definitely be going back. Apparently they have a buffet on Sundays?! I haven't been there myself but I bet that's great too. The one thing I would knock is the price but honestly, who is doing it like they are? I think it's worth every penny for sure.

This is a very laid-back place: When we entered, there was no-one at the counter to greet us. We…read morepicked up menus and sat. Chilled Jarritos, Coke products, and water bottles as beverages; the waiter came quickly and said it would take ten minutes for our order. It took six! The portions were enormous! In retrospect I should have ordered a small, but we didn't specify, and so received a large meal! I could have easily fed three people! The chef thoughtfully put the hot sauce on a side cup of my husband's meal. Like a royal poison taster he asked me to test it. I rated it a three; he gave it a seven...but he was raised in Minnesota. My chicken and rice were great! Loved the side of plantains! We'll be back!

This place has been open for a couple of months, and it's a shame it hasn't been more highly…read morediscovered yet. Away from the West Side, there is a lack of Puerto Rican cuisine in the area, and Herencia Taina is trying to fill that need. Yes, it is a need. Food was incredible. The non-alcoholic Pina Coladas were incredible. They brought sweet-fried plantains as an on-the-house treat, and the sampler appetizer we ordered was enough for four meals. That's not an appetizer so much as it should be considered a holiday feast. We have to go back to actually try some main dishes! The service and atmosphere was a vibe. And if you know Puerto Rican culture, you know what I mean. High energy, friendly, welcoming - like family. You want to try a place where you'll feel welcomed? This is the place. If you've never tried Puerto Rican cuisine, absolutely get outside of your comfort zone and do it. Our server might have also let us in on a secret new location that will be opening soon as well....

This place was great! We ordered the appetizer sampler which was delicious. It had fried chicken,…read morefried pork, tostones, mofongo and one other thing, everything was good. Definitely a lot of fried food, it was salty but delicious. The service was good. I loved the atmosphere in there. It made you feel like you were outside in Puerto Rico. The TVs were showing oceanfront scenes, I'm assuming from Puerto Rico. We were probably the only people who weren't speaking Spanish.

I ordered take out from Corneille's last night, my food was delicious! We couldn't get enough of…read morethe beef patties. The wait time was alittle long though, just make sure you have some time to wait...it is worth the wait !

The food is amazing! I got the fried chicken dinner with rice and beans and plantains. You get a…read morelot of food for a fair price. The ambiance feels like an old dive bar. Don't expect a nice sit down restaurant, but there are a few tables and chairs if you want to eat in. There is a free pool table to play while you wait. With a party of 5 we waited an hour due to a basketball team having ordered just before us, and then they forgot one of our orders. I give them the benefit of the doubt because we came during a rush.