From Grant Street’s newly established local shops to the charming cafes that populate the Five Points neighborhood, the West Side is coming to life with street art everywhere.
West Side
New: Extra Extra Pizza is Buffalo’s First Tipless Pizzeria Bringing Proper Pours & Happy Vibes
Extra Extra might seem a bit, excuse us, extra. But at the end of the day, it’s a great pizzeria for the West Side neighborhood.
New: Housemade Seltzers & West Coast-Scandi Vibes at Twin Petrels
The new seltzer is just the latest addition to this growing corridor of shops, bars and restaurants in the 1200 block of Niagara Street.
7 New Restaurants, Bars & Shops You Should Know About on Buffalo’s West Side
Shops and restaurants are opening businesses on the West Side in hopes of leaving a positive impact on the neighborhood.
New Shop: Plantae is Buffalo’s First Vegan Convenience Store with Premium Sourced Products
Vegan options are proliferating across Buffalo and one of the newest is Plantae — a boutique food shop on Buffalo’s West Side.
New Shop: Create Customized Jewelry with Hands-On Workshops at His + His Studio
In the Five Points neighborhood on Buffalo’s West Side, His + His Studio offers the chance to learn jewelry making from experts in the field.
New: Strong Hearts Buffalo Brings 40+ Milkshake Flavors & Vegan-Style Comfort Food to the West Side
The menu at the Buffalo location is built on the tried-and-true menu that Strong Heart developed over 14 years.
New Shop: The Mother Tree Apothecary Will Open Your Mind to Herbal Products
The Mother Tree Apothecary is an ever growing center for herbal medicine, open conversations, pop-ups, and workshops.
This Diverse WNY Market & Food Hall is Recognized for Its Helping Hand Towards Early-Stage Business Owners
Many people have been here before without recognizing the impact this place has on business owners in WNY.
New: Mint Cocktails & Kitchen Will Take You to Tropical Paradise with Fresh Mojitos & Latin Spirits
For co-owners Alison Clancy and Chris Mendez, Mint Cocktails & Kitchen on Niagara Street is a kind of dreamy culmination.
New: Tiny Thai Truck’s Permanent Location Has Cuisine You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
This spring, Tiny Thai will return to its residency located at 450 Rhode Island St with a grand opening event on May 1.
Coming Soon: This New Seltzery is Opening in the Old Resurgence Brewing
The space will include 20 taps with seltzers and local beers with seating for 100-plus inside.
New: At Not-for-Profit Cafe Big Big Table, Pay What You Want
Big Big Table is based on a concept done by similar restaurants across the country. Here’s how it works…
New: Mister Sizzle’s – Old School Vibes with a New School Menu
Mister Sizzle’s goes hard on bringing back the best bits of classic hamburger joints, while trying to move on from others.
Ultimate Guide to Shopping Local in Buffalo’s West Side
Buffalo’s West Side offers a unique collection of small, locally owned shops like nowhere else in the Western New York area.
Paloma Exchange is the Go-To Spot for Vintage + Designer Finds in Buffalo’s West Side
If your idea of a successful shopping trip includes scouring thrift store racks in search of the best, most unique hidden gems, allow us to introduce you to Paloma Exchange.
Eat, Drink, Chill – Brunch @ Providence Social
With a very affordable price tag this should be one of your first thoughts when thinking weekend indulgence.
Essex Street Pub Brings Deliciousness to the Table
The Essex Street Pub is a fantastic little hidden gem on the edge of the west side packed full of charm and good eats.
Chef Victor Parra Gonzalez's Las Puertas Coming to West Side
The good news for restaurant openings in 2016 keeps on rollin’ in.
BreadHive is Opening a Bakery/Sandwich Shop Next Year
BreadHive recently announced that they will be expanding their operation considerably with a retail bakery and sandwich shop!
New: Tipico Coffee Opens on Lower West Side
From the coffee to the menu to the décor, Tipico aims to provide a high-quality product while acknowledging that sometimes you just want to grab a quick cup of coffee and bite to eat.
