15 cuisines represented in our Buffalo guide. Click through to the entry to see editor picks, what to order and how to book. Want a wider lens? All cuisines in this country or global cuisines index.

15 cuisines, most places first

American diner24 restaurants Cocktail bar12 restaurantsBuffalo's cocktail scene grew up alongside the revival of downtown's Cobblestone District and the Theater District. New American12 restaurantsNew American cooking is where Buffalo's recent dining revival is most visible, concentrated downtown and along the Elmwood corridor. Italian10 restaurants Bakery9 restaurantsBuffalo's West Side keeps much of the city's bakery culture, with several long-running rooms clustered on the Lower West Side. Brewery9 restaurants Cafe8 restaurantsBuffalo's cafe culture is centered on the Elmwood and Allentown corridors, where independent roasters and all-day rooms have multiplied. Brunch6 restaurants Wine bar6 restaurants Pizzeria5 restaurantsBuffalo has its own pizza identity, built on a thicker, cup-and-char pepperoni style distinct from New York City slices. Street food5 restaurantsBuffalo's street food revival has been driven largely by food trucks and the city's market culture. Mexican4 restaurantsMexican-leaning food in Buffalo is dominated by homegrown chains rather than imported regional cooking. Burgers3 restaurantsBurgers in Buffalo are mostly a tavern affair, cooked on the same kitchens that turn out wings and bar food. Greek3 restaurantsGreek cooking in Buffalo is a small but enduring thread, carried by family restaurants rather than a dedicated district. Taqueria3 restaurantsThe taqueria category in Buffalo is led by Lloyd Taco Factory, the local operation that grew from a food truck into a small group of sit-down shops.