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25 Newest Restaurants to Try in Buffalo & WNY

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Written by Step Out Staff

Published on December 5, 2022
K:DARA Noodle Bar / Photo courtesy of K:DARA Noodle Bar

Are you ever thinking about your next meal (always) or deciding where to go out to eat and just want to try someplace new? This guide is everything you need and more.

With new restaurants, bars, bakeries, breweries, coffee shops, wine bars, international restaurants, burger joints and so much more popping up left and right, there’s always something new to try. Pro tip: Save this post for future reference if you love trying new places!

Read on for a collection of the most recently opened new restaurants in Buffalo and Western New York and get exploring, Buffalo.

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New Restaurants to Try Now

Take Out

Hen House (@ BriarBrothers)

50 Elk St Buffalo, NY 14210 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Buffalo’s OG Nashville hot chicken joint 🐔   ...

  • Take-out
Fast Casual

Queen City Pizza Buffalo

3324 Sheridan Drive. Amherst, NY 14226 • $$$$$

North Towns

Serving pies, slices and wings and things for all the Queen City to enjoy🍕😋 Read Our Article About Their Opening [sm_anypost columns="1" posts="1" ...

  • Take-out
Cafe / Coffee Shop

Allen St. Greenhouse Cafe

242 Allen St. Buffalo, NY 14201 • $$$$$

Buffalo

The menu at Allen St Greenhouse Cafe is designed to give you the ultimate comfort. Indulge in flat bread pizzas, salads, wraps, and more and pair it ...

Bar

Road Less Traveled Lobby Cocktail Lounge

456 Main Street Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Sit, relax and enjoy a cocktail in our newly expanded lounge prior to the show. The lounge opens 1 hour prior to all performances and reopens after performances ...

  • Bar Area
Full Service

The Archives Pub

439 3rd St Niagara Falls, NY 14301 • $$$$$

Niagara County

Serving pub-style fare and craft beer on Third Street in Niagara Falls. ...


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Cafe / Coffee Shop

Wonder Coffeehouse – Clarence

4199 Transit Rd Williamsville, NY 14221 • $$$$$

North Towns

We are Buffalonians! Born and raised! We are gritty, we don't give up and we live up to our 'City of Good Neighbors' name! Wonder Coffeehouse is located ...

  • Breakfast
Cafe / Coffee Shop

Main Street Cafe and Bakery

213 Main Street Hamburg, NY • $$$$$

Other

Our mission is to spread the word of the coffee and baked goods that cause countless health problems. ...

Fast Casual

The Hoagie Stop #2

2195 Clinton St, West Seneca, NY 14206 • $$$$$

Buffalo

The Hoagie Stop is the definition of delicious! Founded in 2018, we like to say we are bringing joy to Buffalo, and it’s something we plan to be doing ...

  • Lunch
  • Family Friendly
  • Take-out
Fast Casual

La Vista Bella Hispanic Cuisine

6429 Dysinger Rd Lockport, NY 14094 • $$$$$

Niagara County

The restaurant will offer traditional dishes such as empanadas, pastelillos and pinchos. ...

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Miller’s Thumb Bakery & Cafe

258 Highland Parkway Tonawanda, NY 14223 • $$$$$

North Towns

Bakery & cafe offering bread, pastries, sandwiches, espresso drinks and more. Classes, events, equipment and ingredients for home baking enthusiasts. ...


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Full Service

The Ridge West Seneca

555 Orchard Park Road West Seneca, NY 14224 • $$$$$

South Towns

The Ridge West Seneca will feature a variety of unique and Buffalo Style menu options, a full complement of craft beers, domestic options and a full wine ...

  • Bar Area
  • Patio
  • Good for Beer Lovers
  • Heated Patio / Outdoor Seating
Bar

Culbert’s Pub

8735 Buffalo Ave Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • $$$$$

Niagara County

Come check out our list of craft and classic cocktails, beer on tap, and our food menu. See you soon! ...

Fast Casual

Panxin Express

485 Oliver St North Tonawanda, NY 14120 • $$$$$

Niagara County

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  • Take-out
Fast Casual

Newbury Salads – Harbor Center

75 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

We love food and people! We’re committed to not just providing you with healthy, affordable and quick options but also educating our customers on the ...

  • Healthy Options
  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Fast Casual

Newbury Salads – Buffalo General

1st Floor, 100 High Street Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

We love food and people! We’re committed to not just providing you with healthy, affordable and quick options but also educating our customers on the ...

  • Healthy Options
  • Lunch
  • Take-out

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Full Service

Wingnutz @ Froth Brewing

700 Military Rd Buffalo, NY 14216 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

Wingnutz started in our kitchen in 2005, after many disappointing visits to local eateries where the wings were either over or under cooked. Sauces were ...

  • Lunch
  • Take-out
Full Service

Valentines on the Lake

5959 E Main St Olcott, NY 14126 • $$$$$

Niagara County

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Bar

12 Gates of EVL

14 Washington St Ellicottville , NY 14731 • $$$$$

Southern Tier

12 Gates of EVL is 12 Gates Brewing Company's new Ellicottville Taproom which features beer, wine, and deli-styled sandwiches as well as live music on ...

  • Family Friendly
Full Service

Twin Petrels Seltzer Co.

1250 Niagara Street Suite 400 Buffalo, NY 14213 • $$$$$

Buffalo

The Seltzery + Social - a social venue with a focus on seltzers and fresh fare, that is inclusive of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic consumers. With our ...

  • Bar Area
  • Patio
  • Non-Alcoholic Menu
  • Dog-Friendly Patio
  • Happy Hour
  • Late Night
  • Private Parties

K9 Barks N Brews

2866 Pleasant Ave Hamburg, NY 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

At K-9 Barks N Brews, we’re dedicated to provide a place in our community where dog loving people can come and play together, with or without a k9 companion. We ...

  • Dog-Friendly Indoors
  • Good for Beer Lovers
Full Service

K:DARA Noodle Bar

110 Pearl Street (The Dun Building) Buffalo, NY 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

South East Asian Restaurant Located at 110 Pearl Street in the heart of the City of Buffalo, within the historic Dun Building, currently only open for ...

  • Take-out
  • Lunch
Full Service

GG’s Diner

5833 Camp Road Hamburg, NY 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

Open for breakfast and lunch with house specials, diner favorites, and local ingredients. Read Our Article About Their Opening [sm_anypost columns="1" ...

  • Breakfast
  • Take-out
  • Patio
  • Lunch
Full Service

Rush Creek Alehouse

5381 Abbott Road Hamburg, NY 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

Come see us for Scrumptious Eats, amazing drinks, a variety of entertainment with an engaging staff. We know you'll be back again and again! Whether ...

  • Patio
Cafe / Coffee Shop

Owl Eyes Cafe

162 Allen Street Buffalo, NY 14201 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Owl Eyes Café, located in the heart of the historic Allentown district of Buffalo, has been serving the neighborhood since October of 2022. Our kitchen ...

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
Fine Dining

Perla Seafood Bistro

6461 Transit Road Buffalo, NY 14043 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

Perla, an all new dining experience by Salvatore’s Hospitality. Featured entrées include artisan pizza, fresh oysters and more! Relaxed and refined ...

  • Bar Area
  • Patio
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