It can be difficult to rack your brain at the last minute of all the places you once made a mental note of bringing your next date to. Maybe the place had the best drinks around, a nice cozy bar that forces practically public snuggling or a fun atmosphere that sets the mood for the rest of the night. If you can’t quite remember, or if you can – we’ve pulled together a lineup of spots that are sure to fit into your pre-dinner plans.
Joe’s Deli
1. Joe’s Deli
Neighborhood: Elmwood Village
534 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY
Tips: Delightful ambiance, casual, cozy bar + high top tables.
2. M Lounge @ Mangia
Neighborhood: Orchard Park
475 ELLICOTT STREET BUFFALO, NY | (716) 332-2928
Tips: New, above Mangia Ristorante.
Just Vino
3. Just Vino
Neighborhood: Main Downtown
846 Main Street Buffalo, NY | (716) 725-0166
Tip: Try one of 4 wine flights for $12.
4. Wine on Third
Neighborhood: Niagara Falls
501 Third Street Niagara Falls NY | (716) 285-9463
Tip: Enjoy Spanish tapas while you drink!
Salumi Plate from Salumeria Belsito
5. Osteria 166
Neighborhood: Downtown
Salumeria Belsito
6. Salumeria Belsito
Neighborhood: Hertel
1368 Hertel Avenue Buffalo, NY | (716) 240-9273
Tips: While you sip on Italian wine try the Salumi Plate – Three Italian coldcuts: Prosciutto; Hot Casalingo Salami; and Hot Cacciatore Salmi. Three Italian cheeses: Parmigiana-Reggiano, Fontina, and Mozzarella. ($18)
7. Vera Pizza
Neighborhood: Elmwood Village, Downtown
220 Lexington Ave. Buffalo NY 14202 | (716) 551-6262
Tips: The best cocktails in town. Enough said.
8. Martin Cooks Charcuterie Bar
Neighborhood: West Side
346 Connecticut Street Buffalo, NY 14213 | (716) 259-9306
Tip: Experience some great people watching – chef, staff & guests. Plus they have a nice selection of cheeses & pates to order before your main event.
9. Riley St. Station
Neighborhood: East Aurora
27 Riley St. East Aurora NY 14052 | (716) 655-4948
Tips: Nice place with a lovable pub atmosphere. So I guess you could say, you would be feelin’ the love all around…
Blue Monk
10. Blue Monk
Neighborhood: Elmwood Village
727 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, NY | (716) 862-6865
Tip: Perfect for your beer-loving date
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