Beef on weck – where do we begin?
Let’s start with a quick refresher in case you don’t know – what is beef on weck? Basically, it’s the Buffalo version (yes kids, this is one of those Buffalo things like sponge candy and loganberry) of a roast beef sandwich, ideally hand carved and served rare with horseradish and au jus, pilled high between a kimmelweck roll topped with kosher salt and caraway seeds. That last part is what makes it a beef on weck.
Not only is it absolutely delicious and stunningly better (in our opinion) than the non-weck version, like wings it’s pretty easy to find a great version on almost any corner in WNY. Trust us when we say this guide won’t steer you wrong on your quest to find the best beef on weck in Buffalo and Western New York.
In order to pull this list together, we asked our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram followers where to find the best beef on weck in Buffalo and WNY. They answered with their top picks and we’ve included the full list of reader recommendations below. If it was mentioned, it’s listed below.
Because we received hundreds of comments resulting in close to 50 recommendations, there’s an option in almost every neighborhood and type of atmosphere on this list. From sit-down service to fast casual options and take out for instance, beef on weck is served in a variety of places, all worth recommending according to Western New Yorkers.
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Best of the Best
While many recommendations were mentioned more than once, there were certain places mentioned over and over (and over) again. It’s safe to say these are our readers’ top picks for beef on weck in order:
1st: Bar Bill Tavern (East Aurora, Clarence)
2nd: Charlie the Butcher (Williamsville, Elmwood; Express – Downtown Buffalo, East Aurora, Orchard Park, Williamsville)
3rd: Schwabl’s (West Seneca)
4th: Glen Park Tavern (Williamsville)
5th: Kelly’s Korner (North Buffalo)
6th: Swiston’s Beef & Keg (Tonawanda)
Tied for 7th:
- Mitchell’s Tavern (Tonawanda)
- Adrian’s Custard & Beef (Grand Island)
8th: Steve’s Pig & Ox Roast (Lackawanna)
Keep scrolling for the full list of mentions!
Check out the comments on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for menu item recommendations and specific info you can’t get anywhere else, out of the mouths of customers! Plus explore more guides with recommendations according to Western New Yorkers.
Guide to Best Beef on Weck in Buffalo & WNY According to Western New Yorkers
Adolf’s Old First Ward Tavern
555 South Park Ave Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$
IrishPub FoodBuffalo
Bar
Founded in 1934 and open again in 2014, the Old First Ward Tavern brings the pub atmosphere and neighborhood bar back to the Old neighborhood. ...
Adrian’s Custard & Beef
2335 Grand Island Blvd Grand Island, New York 14072 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersHot DogsIce CreamNorth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
A Word from Adrian's Custard $ Beef We serve great Beef on Weck sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, sausage all made fresh to order. Perrys ice cream, custard, ...
Anderson’s Frozen Custard – Buffalo
2634 Delaware Avenue Buffalo, New York 14216 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesIce CreamNorth Buffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
The uniquely WNY combination of Ice Cream and Beef on Weck. ...
Anderson’s Frozen Custard – Cheektowaga
3724 Union Rd Cheektowaga, New York 14225 • $
Ice CreamCheektowaga and East
Fast Casual / Counter Service
The uniquely WNY combination of Ice Cream and Beef on Weck. ...
Anderson’s Frozen Custard – Kenmore
2235 Sheridan Dr Kenmore , New York 14223 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesIce CreamNorth Towns
Fast Casual / Counter Service
The uniquely WNY combination of Ice Cream and Beef on Weck. ...
Anderson’s Frozen Custard – Lancaster
4855 Transit Rd Lancaster, New York 14043 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesIce CreamCheektowaga and East
Fast Casual / Counter Service
The uniquely WNY combination of Ice Cream and Beef on Weck. ...
Anderson’s Frozen Custard – Williamsville
6075 Main St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesIce CreamNorth Towns
Fast Casual / Counter Service
The uniquely WNY combination of Ice Cream and Beef on Weck. ...
Anderson’s Frozen Custard- Amherst
2369 Niagara Falls Blvd Amherst, New York 14221 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesIce CreamNorth Towns
Fast Casual / Counter Service
The uniquely WNY combination of Ice Cream and Beef on Weck. ...
Bar Bill Tavern
185 Main St. East Aurora, New York 14052 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesSouth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
The Bar-Bill Tavern is all about coming home. You belong the minute you walk in the heavy wooden doors to when you leave your warm seat at the bar. This ...
Bar-Bill North
8326 Main St Harris Hill, New York 14221 • $$
Buffalo FoodIrishAmericanDeli-SandwichesPizzaPub FoodNorth Towns
Bar, Casual / Full Table Service, Take Out
Our newest, north towns location of Bar-Bill Tavern known for the world's best Beef on Weck and Chicken Wings! ...
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Beef ‘N Barrel
146 North Union Street Olean, NY 14760 • $$
AmericanSouthern Tier
The Beef 'N' Barrel is a family owned Premier Beef and Steakhouse serving the greater Olean Area for more than 40 years. Featuring daily lunch and dinner ...
Blackthorn Restaurant & Pub
2134 Seneca Street South Buffalo, New York 14220 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesIrishPub FoodSeafoodSteakhouseSouth Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Blackthorn Restaurant $ Pub is the quintessential cozy, no pretense South Buffalo joint that has been serving this neighborhood for decades. They offer ...
Buffalo Tap Room & Grill
2309 Eggert Rd Tonawanda, New York 14150 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesNorth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
A casual, comfortable restaurant featuring All-American cuisine and more, from your favorite comfort foods to a full menu of unique specialties. Come enjoy ...
Canalside Inn
4431 Main St Gasport, NY 14067 • $
Niagara County
Bar & restaurant which serves food specialized from western New York. Such as beef on weck ...
Charlie the Butcher’s Carvery On Elmwood
770 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service, Fast Casual / Counter Service
As our name suggests, Charlie's grandfather started the business as a butcher shop in downtown Buffalo. Three generations later, Charlie The Butcher took ...
Charlie the Butcher’s Express – East Aurora
495 Main Street East Aurora, NY 14052 • $
AmericanSouth Towns
Fast Casual / Counter Service
It all began on a Wednesday in June of 1988 when Tom Jolls and Charlie debuted the first of many WKBW Backyard Barbeques. Tom, Western New York’s premier ...
Charlie the Butcher’s Express – Williamsville
6125 Main Street Williamsville, NY 14221 • $
AmericanNorth Towns
Fast Casual / Counter Service
It all began on a Wednesday in June of 1988 when Tom Jolls and Charlie debuted the first of many WKBW Backyard Barbeques. Tom, Western New York’s premier ...
Charlie the Butcher’s Express At Ellicott Square
295 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$
AmericanBuffalo
Fast Casual / Counter Service
It all began on a Wednesday in June of 1988 when Tom Jolls and Charlie debuted the first of many WKBW Backyard Barbeques. Tom, Western New York’s premier ...
Charlie The Butcher’s Kitchen – Williamsville
1065 Wehrle Dr. Williamsville, New York 14221 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesNorth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
It all began on a Wednesday in June of 1988 when Tom Jolls and Charlie debuted the first of many WKBW Backyard Barbeques. Tom, Western New York s premier ...
Cole’s Restaurant & Bar
1104 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersSeafoodBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
SOB Says: One of Buffalo's favorite taverns, Cole's has some of the best wings in town and always serves up a great selection of local craft beers. Along ...
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Colony Seafood & Steakhouse
876 Main Road Irving , New York 14136 • $$
AmericanSouthern Tier
Casual / Full Table Service
Since 1982, Chef Jeff LaBarbera and staff have been serving the areas finest cuisine. From steaks and chops to the freshest seafood, we have it all! ...
Connor’s Restaurant
3465 Seneca St West Seneca, NY 14224 • $$
AmericanBuffalo
The best location in Buffalo for a fish fry, beef on weck, chicken wings, pizza, reubens and plenty of home cooked meals! ...
Curry’s Pub
864 Kenmore Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodSeafoodBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Currys Pub is more than a local fish fry joint!ï¾ With our signature dishes like 'The Dibble', a stuffed pepper sandwich and Scallop Chardonnay, a ...
Danny’s Restaurant – Cheektowaga
3715 Genesee Street Cheektowaga, New York 14225 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesPizzaSeafoodSteakhouseCheektowaga and East
Casual / Full Table Service
A casual dining atmosphere, specializing in chicken, steaks, fresh seafood and an extensive salad bar. Home of the Famous Chicken Wing Soup! Home of ...
Danny’s Restaurant – Orchard Park
4300 Abbott Rd. Orchard Park, New York 14127 • $$
AmericanBBQBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesPizzaPub FoodSouthernSouth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
A casual dining atmosphere, specializing in chicken, steaks, fresh seafood and an extensive salad bar. Banquet facilities seat 25 - 70 with full bar service. Home ...
David’s Homestyle Meals and More
5333 Tranist Road Depew , NY 14043 • $
Cheektowaga and East
Catering
40 varieties of homestyle grab & go meals, soups & chili... hand-crafted deli sandwiches! ...
Eckl’s @ Larkin
703 Seneca St Buffalo, New York 14210 • $$$
AmericanBuffalo FoodSeafoodSteakhouseSouth Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
A unique modern day steakhouse located in Buffalo's historic Larkin District at the Larkin Center of Commerce. ...
Elma Towne Grille
6650 Clinton St Elma , New York 14059 • $$
AmericanBurgersDeli-SandwichesSouth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
We at the Elma Towne Grille are a full-service restaurant, bar, banquet facility and caterer.Your food is prepared in a professional restaurant. Our food ...
Frank’s Bar and Grille
5820 Broadway Street Lancaster, New York 14086 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesSteakhouseCheektowaga and East
Casual / Full Table Service, Bar
Franks, The Original Neighborhood Grille, began in 1958 by Frank Iodice, an Italian immigrant. It was originally named, The Sanger Restaurant and renamed ...
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French Pub
1250 French Rd Buffalo, New York 14043 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesFrenchHot DogsCheektowaga and East
Casual / Full Table Service
The Pub features traditional Buffalo cuisine such as Beef on Weck and Chicken Wings, as well as daily dinner and lunch specials. ...
Glen Park Tavern
5507 Main St Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodSeafoodNorth Towns
Bar, Casual / Full Table Service
Glen Park Tavern says: Glen Park Tavern, which is located at 5507 Main Street in Williamsville, New York; is the place to be when you are looking for ...
JP Fitzgeralds
4236 Clark St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesIrishPub FoodSeafoodSteakhouseSouth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Great Reubens and much more JP Fitzgerald s is the Southtowns hottest spot for casual fun with family and friends. From ﾜThe Best Reuben Sandwich ...
Judi’s Lounge Bar and Grill
2057 Military Road Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • $$
AmericanNiagara County
Local neighborhood bar & grill for over 40 years with the same owners. Great wings, sandwiches and pizzas! ...
Kelly’s Korner
2526 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, New York 14202 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
'Teriyaki Wings' - These chicken wings are always huge, incredibly crispy and sauced perfectly using a fresh sauce that has the perfect kick without overdoing ...
Liberty Hound
1 Naval Park Cove Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesHot DogsSeafoodBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
SOB Says: The chatter of seagulls blends with the laughter of children from the park next door. A gentle breeze caresses the water's surface as a small ...
Lumber City Winery and Bistro
889 Erie Ave. North Tonawanda, NY 14120 • $$
Niagara County
Lumber City Winery & Bistro offers a collection of contemporary Italian infused cuisine and American comfort food. We take pride in using our local ...
Mansard Inn
3365 Abbott Rd Buffalo, New York 14127 • $$$
AmericanSouth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Our management and staff are ready to provide you with an experience in true dining pleasure. We are creating a place where your senses will be soothed ...
Mitchell’s Tavern
734 Sheridan Dr Buffalo, New York 14150 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesNorth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
The history of Mitchells dates back to the 1940's. James Mitchell purchased the property for the Mitchell Family returning home from WW2. The original ...
North End Bar & Grill
2692 Elmwood Ave Kenmore , New York 14217 • $$
AmericanBBQBuffalo FoodBurgersHot DogsItalianPizzaPub FoodNorth Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
A Word from North End Bar $ Grill A great neighborhood bar and grill. ...
O’Neill’s Stadium Inn
3864 Abbott Rd Orchard Park, New York 14127 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersPub FoodSouth Towns
Bar, Casual / Full Table Service
Neighborhood Pub with great homemade American fare, over 50 wing flavors, house cooked turkey, beef corned beef and so much more.. Along with great breakfast ...
Orange Tree Inn
2230 Cayuga Drive Extension Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • $$
AmericanNiagara County
Your go to place for homemade soups & dinner specials and our famous roast beef on weck! ...
Ray’s Lounge & Catering
2070 Clinton St Buffalo, New York 14206 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesSeafoodBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Treat your guests to the finest Polish American home-style catering for all occasions. Ray's Lounge $ Catering in Buffalo, New York, is banquet facility ...
Route 78 Street Bar
6036 Transit Road Depew, NY 14043 • $
Cheektowaga and East
Route 78 Street Bar is a family-friendly neighborhood sports bar in the heart of Depew, NY on Transit Road. We offer a full menu of appetizers, sandwiches, ...
Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill
189 Delaware Ave Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesPub FoodBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
We are Sidelines Sports Bar $ Grill, where every day is game day! Do you need a bar that will offer not only great beer but also delicious food? ...
Steve’s Pig & Ox Roast
951 Ridge Rd Lackawanna, New York 14218 • $
AmericanDeli-SandwichesBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Family owned and operated for 35 years! Great food cooked over charcoal fire...can't get better than that! ...
Swannie House
170 Ohio St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersIrishSouth Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service, Take Out
SOB Says: If you're looking for some quality pub food with some atmosphere and a side of history, then the Swannie House is calling your name. Don't let ...
Swiston’s Beef & Keg
101 Young St Tonawanda, New York 14150 • $
AmericanNorth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
Don't ask for a menu. There isn't one. The restaurant' full name is Swiston's Beef $ Keg, and that's about all you get a roast beef sandwich and chili. ...
The Original Warehouse
4360 Milestrip Rd Buffalo, New York 14219 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesPizzaPub FoodBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
The Original Warehouse says: The Original Warehouse is not just a restaurant its a destination! We Have a full video game arcade with prizes to be won ...
The Yard of Ale
3226 Genesee St. Piffard, NY 14533 • $$
AmericanOther
The Yard of Ale is a casual, fine-dining restaurant located in the western Finger Lakes region We offer a diverse dinner menu, as well as a “featured ...
Village Inn
1488 Ferry Rd Grand Island, New York 14072 • $$
AmericanBuffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesNorth Towns
Casual / Full Table Service
At The Village Inn, we pride ourselves on creating all of our food from scratch. We are best known for our unique, culinarily adventurous soups as well ...
Wagner’s Restaurant
246 Park Avenue Lockport, New York 14094 • $
AmericanBuffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesNiagara County
Casual / Full Table Service
Wagner's Restaurant has been a staple in Lockport, NY for 60 years. Enjoy a casual dining atmosphere featuring a full bar and affordable prices. Our restaurant ...
Wellington Pub
1541 Hertel Avenue Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$
Buffalo FoodBurgersDeli-SandwichesNorth Buffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
For the last 20 years the Wellington Pub has provided families $ friends with the highest quality food and beverage and with terrific service in a friendly ...
Wiechecs Lounge
1748 Clinton St. Buffalo, New York 14206 • $
Buffalo FoodDeli-SandwichesBuffalo
Casual / Full Table Service
Wiechecs Lounge is a bar and wing joint. ...
Shout out to Step Out Buffalo intern Alexis for helping put together this guide!
