Things to Do
Britesmith Brewing
Britesmith is our favorite local brewery with good beer and even better food! They have both indoor and outdoor spaces, and serve brunch on Sundays starting at 11am. They don't take reservations and can get busy, so get there early! We especially love their smash burger, fried chicken sandwich, and tots & fries, of course! Fun fact: this is where April reverse-proposed to Jamie (with help from the live band).
Share Kitchen & Bar Room
Share is an upscale casual dinner restaurant featuring - you guessed it - shared plates! They also serve signature cocktails & wine, and have a nice bar area. If you go, DO NOT MISS the ooey gooey butter cake... it's one of the best desserts of all time. Call ahead to get on the waitlist!
Sorrentino's Spaghetti House
Very casual restaurant & bar serving really great pizza and wings! Ask for the baked wings - we like a mix of Buffalo and BBQ. Blue cheese is always the answer. Never ranch. Try dipping your pizza in blue cheese, too! You MUST have wings while you are in Buffalo, and Sorrentino's is a Wolff family favorite. This is the first place Jamie took April, straight from the airport, on her first trip to Buffalo! We always get the antipasto salad, pizza, and baked wings. Never fails.
Sweet Jenny's Chocolates & Ice Cream
Sweet Jenny's is an old school, locally owned and family-run ice cream & chocolate shop right off Main St. Everything is made in the same building as their retail shop, inside the 1811 Williamsville Mill. If you've never had sponge candy, it's a Buffalo delicacy and a must try! Sweet Jenny's even has a comic section upstairs with new and vintage comics, toys, collectibles, and life size super hero statues. Release your inner child at this sweet, charming shoppe!
Squeeze Juicery
Cute place to snag a smoothie, cold pressed juice, or acai bowl. In a hurry? You can order online in advance! They always have seasonal specials, too.
Glen Park
Glen Park is a small park accessible right on Main Street. It is home to Glen Falls, a 27-foot waterfall right along the trail. Grab a coffee at Overwinter & enjoy a peaceful stroll in nature while exploring The Village of Williamsville!
Music on Main
If you're in town on Thursday night, you can expect numerous different bands playing live music all along Main Street in Williamsville from 6-9pm. It's a fun summer event that runs from June-August and always draws a crowd!
800 Maple
800 Maple is our favorite brunch spot (Saturdays ONLY, open at 10am, make reservations or try your luck in the bar area). Don't miss out on their breakfast pizza and Bloody Marys. Also a great spot for happy hour or dinner - sit in the bar area, grab a drink, flatbread pizza and some apps to share (we love the Brussels sprouts). Dressy casual, exceptional service.
Giancarlo’s Sicilian Steakhouse
If you're looking for a local fine dining experience, Giancarlo's is our go-to spot. Incredible drinks, food, and desserts - you can't go wrong here! We love the steaks, pastas, espresso martinis, and zeppole (Italian fried donuts). Make a reservation in advance (or sit at the bar, which is our move). Recommended for 18+
Niagara Falls State Park
A short 30-minute drive from Buffalo, Niagara Falls is a natural wonder to behold! It is beautifully picturesque and breathtaking. You can also ride on the Maid of the Mist boat to get close to the falls (note: you will get soaked, but it's very fun!), enjoy a cave tour, and even walk or drive over the Rainbow Bridge to enjoy the views from the Canadian side (you need your passport if you're going into Canada). The view from both sides is gorgeous, and each offers a different perspective. Highly recommend if you've never been, if only for a quick visit and couple of social media worthy snaps!
Canalside
Canalside is Buffalo's waterfront destination with shops, restaurants, and various activities. Hang for a drink on the water, take a cruise on Lake Erie, or kayak/waterbike your heart out. Canalside is also home to America’s largest inland Naval park, offering tours of battleships from WW2. You can also just take a stroll with a view and stop for a bite to eat! Southern Tier Brewing Co. is a short walk from Canalside, and offers over 30 beers on tap and a 36.5 foot flatscreen TV to watch sports (that's a 438 inch TV). As no surprise to anyone, Jamie loves it here.
Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House
If you're into architecture, take a tour of this historic house museum designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The six-building Martin House complex (1903-1906) is considered to be the architect’s quintessential Prairie house and one of the great achievements of his career.
Downtown Buffalo Favorites Pt 1
Some of our favorite downtown Buffalo spots! *House of Charm: Super cute cocktail lounge that serves food (even late-night). April loves the pink and aesthetic inside! Live music sometimes. https://houseofcharm716.com/ *Lucky Day: Whiskey bar & restaurant. Wide selection of "the brown water" with plenty of cocktails and wine to choose from, too. Pick your poison! A classy, cool, sort of speakeasy vibe. http://www.luckydaywhiskeybar.com/ *Toutant: Elevated Southern-inspired restaurant serving dinner & Sunday brunch. We had April's birthday dinner here and every dish, cocktail and dessert was top-notch. Cozy, rustic ambiance with great service (southern hospitality, if you will). https://www.toutantbuffalo.com/
Downtown Buffalo Favorites Pt 2
Some of our favorite downtown Buffalo spots, continued! *Big Ditch Brewing Company: Jamie's favorite brewery in Buffalo that also has great food. Wide variety of beers (get a flight!); multi-level with games upstairs. https://www.bigditchbrewing.com/ *Tappo: Italian restaurant in a restored industrial space. Good food, cool vibes, affordable wine selection. Pretty casual. https://www.tappoitalian.com/ *VUE Rooftop Lounge at Curtiss Hotel: Great views of the city in an elegant boutique hotel. https://vuebuffalo.com/ *Graylynn: Gin bar & bistro everyone loves. https://www.graylynnginbar.com/ *Misuta Chow's: Japanese gastropub with arcade games. https://misutachows.com/