One of the natural wonders of the world and only a 30 min drive from downtown Buffalo! See it from the American side or pack your passport to check out the Canadian side of the Falls.
Buffalo's waterfront is always bustling in the summer with plenty to do and see! Rent a kayak or paddle board and take a walk by the water. Liberty Hound restaurant is a great spot for views of the water and the Naval Yard.
The AKG art museum, located in the Elmwood Village has fantastic exhibits & recently completed a beautiful expansion! It is one of the oldest museums dedicated to the modern arts & the sixth oldest public art institution in the US. It is located right next to Delaware Park & Hoyt Lake making it the perfect area to walk around and explore. About a 15 minute drive from the downtown.
Cailin's go to spot for Chicken Wings. Her order is hot, extra crispy with a Labatt Blue Light.
A very unassuming dive bar in South Buffalo with unbelievable wings. Be prepared for a wait and to pay in cash but enjoy the dive bar vibes in anticipation for a top tier wing experience. About 10 minutes from downtown.
About a 30-minute drive from Downtown, and the wings are phenomenal. They also serve one of the best lesser-known Buffalo specialties, Beef on Weck. The town of East Aurora has great shops and restaurants, making it a lovely place to spend the afternoon.
Breakfast spot with a patio and delish breakfast sandwiches.
Need a pastry? Go here. Always bustling at breakfast time.
Great for breakfast or lunch.
Billy Club is a scratch-made, ingredient focused restaurant situated in the heart of Buffalo’s historic Allentown district. Grab dinner here and then bop around Allentown.
A Buffalo favorite for dinner. Dine here and then walk or take a short Uber to Waxlight Bar à Vin, a 2025 James Beard Award Semifinalist, for a glass of wine.