Craving a big bowl of comforting cheesy pasta or a specialty mac decked out with mix-ins and toppings? This guide won’t steer you wrong when it comes to finding the best spots to order mac and cheese in Buffalo and Western New York.
We asked our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram followers where to find the best mac and cheese in Buffalo and WNY, and they answered with their top picks. Below we’ve included the full list of reader recommendations – if it was mentioned, it’s listed below.
With hundreds of comments resulting in over 40 recommendations, there’s an option in almost every neighborhood. Some specifically specialize in the cheesy good stuff, and some have one version that just might blow your socks off – hey that’s all it takes, right? All have mac and cheese worth recommending according to our readers.
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Pizza Mac / Photo courtesy of Mooney’s
Best of the Best
While many recommendations were mentioned more than once, there were certain places mentioned over and over (and over) again and it’s safe to say these are our readers’ top picks in order:
211 South Park Ave Buffalo, New York 14204 • $$$$$
Buffalo
SOB Says: A Cobblestone District favorite, Ballyhoo is as nice inside as it is homely on the outside. They offer housemade sausages and sides, craft cocktails ...
Big Ditch Brewing Co. is one of Downtown Buffalo's shinning stars when it comes to brewery/restaurant combos. The tap room is huge, yet welcoming and does ...
Step Out's 2 Cents
Buffalo Chophouse may not have been Buffalo's first steakhouse, but there are few oldies left that compare. Reports of long waits at ...
3700 Southwestern Blvd. Orchard Park, New York 14127 • $$$$$
South Towns
Full service restaurant open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.
Buffalo's Best Grill Is Open 7 Days A Week Serving Lunch and Dinner; Sundays - Brunch ...
2178, Seneca Street Buffalo, New York 14210 • $$$$$
South Buffalo
A Word from Cantina 62
A small Mexican American Diner. We serve a traditional breakfast and lunch; featuring a menu blended with American Classics and ...
We're Buffalo's first nanobrewery, making (really good) beer in (very) small batches since 2012. We're expanding in 2018 because we believe that if we ...
3670, McKinley Parkway, Big Tree Erie County, New York 14219 • $$$$$
South Towns
Why is it so hard to eat nutritious food that feeds your body and your soul every day? The evidence supporting the power of eating well continues to grow, ...
Located in the heart of Buffalo's Theater District, the Dinosaur Bar-B-Que occupies a former vault that stored movies for Universal International Pictures.
A ...
Love the Garbage Platter- served on a garbage can lid, serves 4 ish $39.99, ($29.99 on Tues.) - full rack of ribs, brisket, chicken, pulled pork, mac n ...
4348 Seneca St West Seneca, New York 14224 • $$$$$
South Towns
Since it opened its doors in 2011, the Ebenezer Ale House has been providing Western New York with one of the best selections of food and drink in the ...
Guests will enjoy the semi-private space of our upstairs private dining room, along with a great staff attending to you and your guests dining experience. ...
530 Rhode Island St Buffalo, New York 14213 • $$$$$
Buffalo
SOB Says: The Essex Street Pub is a fantastic little hidden gem on the edge of the west side. Full of charm and perfect for lunch, dinner or late night ...
Fat Bob's Smokehouse's award-winning barbecue is a staple in the WNY community. Serving smokehouse BBQ favorites and homemade eats since 1999, we believe ...
Fat Bob's Smokehouse's award-winning barbecue is a staple in the WNY community. Serving smokehouse BBQ favorites and homemade eats since 1999, we believe ...
1469 Niagara Street, West Village Buffalo, New York 14207 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
Friendly neighborhood place for food and drinks.
Step Out says:
If you want to go out to watch the Bills, Sabres or any other team play, most corner ...
A Word from Gabriel's Gate
Located in the heart of Allentown, Gabriel's Gate is one of the original Tift Row Houses, which were built in 1864. We offer ...
SOB Says About Griffin Gastropub: According to Griffon Gastropub's website, 'If you're looking for a typical 'neighborhood grill' type of place, keep looking,' ...
2470 Military Road Niagara Falls, New York 14303 • $$$$$
Niagara County
The Griffon Pub is a gastropub located in Niagara Falls, NY that boasts 50 beers on tap and a unique, creative menu. Our staff is friendly and knowledgable ...
634 Main Street, East Aurora, NY, United States East Aurora, New York 14052 • $$$$$
South Towns
72 beers on tap, a grand, old industrial building, long list of fine bar grub and even a childrens' menu. This place is a no brainer and a great addition ...
Hughes Hotel is a Veteran Owned, and family operated bar/restaurant. Family friendly, and built on small town values. It is currently one of the oldest ...
Mooney's Sports Bar $ Grill was started with two things in mind; families having a fun dining experience and giving our customers top quality food in HUGE ...
Come check out our brand new location on Broadway in Depew! Mooney's was put together with one thing in mind - having a good time. When you come here, ...
Mooney's was put together with one thing in mind - having a good time. When you come here, you can expect good drinks, an awesome menu, and good times. ...
Site says: Mooney's was put together with one thing in mind - having a good time. When you come here, you can expect good drinks, an awesome menu, and ...
5748 South Park AVenue Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$
South Towns
Welcome to Pegasus family restaurant, where value is a tradition. A place where food, delightful atmosphere, friendly service and reasonable price are ...
Settler's is a family owned restaurant and has been catering to local residents and travelers alike for over 25 years.
With a huge menu selection of ...
SOB Says About Shango Bistro: Shango is one of my favorite restaurants in WNY. Simple, unassuming, comfortable with great food and a superior beer list. ...
They will open will a full line of beer on tap, including BETA Juice and Last Minute IPA's, Double Dog Dare Ya DIPA, Fat Porter, Nutty Blond Blonde Ale ...
At Stooges Stuffed Burger Bar, you'll enjoy a one-of-a-kind meal made to order with local ingredients. Our menu is inspired by our friends, our family ...
5385 Main Street Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$
North Towns
Classic comfort food immediately transmits adults back to their childhood with one bite. We've taken a classic food, and turned up the volume!
The Cheesy ...
3410 Delaware Ave Tonawanda, New York 14217 • $$$$$
North Buffalo
SOB Says: I'm going to begin this section with one word: go. I'll be honest in saying that The Delaware wasn't even on my radar until one day when we found ...
SOB Says About Sterling Tap $ Wurst: We've said it before and we'll say it again: we love Gastropubs. They let restaurants hone in on a few particular ...
SOB Says:
Winfield's Pub is one of our favorite restaurants in town. Friendly, unassuming, great service and great food. We send all our friends there.
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