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AjaxAlexandra ParkAmherstBaldwin VillageBataviaBay-Cloverhill

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1. Giancarlo's

4.8

Exceptional(3579)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Buffalo

Booked 28 times today

Our Sicilian Steakhouse is an original concept that celebrates the Sicilian-immigrant culinary experience. Referred to as the "original fusion cuisine," Sicilian food is a historical mosaic influenced by the various conquering nations. Traces of Greece, North Africa, Rome, the Middle East, Germanic nations, France, Spain, and Italy are evident in traditional Sicilian cuisine. At Giancarlo's, our love of history-rich Sicilian cuisine is combined with our interpretation of both the great American Steakhouse and the Neapolitan Pizzeria.

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2. black & blue Steak and Crab - Buffalo

4.5

Awesome(2736)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Buffalo

Booked 30 times today

black & blue Steak and Crab sets the bar for the New American Steakhouse; elegant yet unpretentious, sophisticated yet approachable. b&b offers an inventive design and an unparalleled, vibrant ambiance for you and your guests. Our inspired cuisine coupled with our gracious hospitality is perfect for your special occasion dinner, night out with friends, family gathering or executive business event. black & blue also offers a variety of private rooms and tailor made menus for large groups. We would be happy to help plan your next business meeting or celebratory function. Whether it’s an intimate party, a lavish reception, or an important business meeting, you can be certain the black & blue experience will be effortless and memorable. The Club Room accommodates up to 45 guests for a sit-down meal. The Board Room accommodates up to 20 guests for a sit-down meal. You are sure to find a wine you like in their 20 foot climate controlled wine rack.

3. Jazzboline

4.6

Exceptional(1887)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Buffalo

Booked 14 times today

At Jazzboline (jazz-BOE-lynn), our goal is to create a memorable experience for our guests. Taking inspiration from different time frames and time zones, we have assembled a menu of variations and recreations of some of the classics of both modern and traditional cuisines and cocktails, as well as independently inspired creations of our own. Come one, come all, come together.Reservations can be made online, or over the phone at 716-839-2220. Tables are reserved for 2 hours for parties up to 4.Tables are reserved for 2.5 hours for parties of 5 or more.

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4. Trattoria Aroma - Williamsville

4.0

Excellent(698)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Williamsville

Booked 8 times today

Trattoria Aroma-Williamsville is known for rustic, regional Italian cooking in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Guests from Western New York and beyond have enjoyed our homemade bread, pasta and menu specialties for over 20 years. Enjoy our famous freshly made Napolitan Pizzas, Pasta Bolognese, Veal Saltimboca and daily Chef's specials. We feature a full bar along with the only all Italian Wine List in the area. Our in house Sommelier, Joseph will be happy to recommend the perfect glass or bottle of wine or make your favorite cocktail. End your meal with homemade Tiramisu, Cannoli and Gelato or just enjoy a Cappuccino with our signature Biscotti. Simple meal or special occasion, Trattoria Aroma-Williamsville is your destination for Italian food. Buon Appetito!

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5. Steelbound Williamsville

4.0

Excellent(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Williamsville

Booked 3 times today

Steelbound offers a unique and extraordinary experience that is unlike anything you have encountered before. It combines the worlds of brewery, distillery, fusion restaurant, with Indian accents and redefined bar classics and a hotel that prioritizes comfort and exceptional service. "Unlike any experience you've ever had."

6. Acropolis OPA

4.6

Exceptional(75)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Buffalo

Booked 14 times today

Acropolis OPA is a modern Greek/Mediterranean neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of Williamsville, NY. We offer a great breakfast and lunch program and a weekend brunch menu as well. Open 6 days a week 8am-9pm Wednesday through Saturday. Tuesday and Sunday we open 8am-4pm. Mondays we are closed. We are known for our breakfast and lunch and dinner and our signature dish is our Souvlaki Salad. For dinner, Our Roasted Lamb Shank is a must. Authentic dishes like Pastitsio and Mousaka and desserts like Rice Pudding and Bougatsa and Baklava are made in house by Effe who started the restaurant in 1982.

7. Campobello's

4.2

Awesome(5)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • East Amherst

Booked 2 times today

Twenty years of service in the same East Amherst neighborhood has established Campobello’s Cucina Italiana as a family favorite. Our generous portions of high-quality, homemade Italian-American specialties – served at honest prices, has enabled us to appreciate a loyal following of “regulars”. We look forward to tempting you with our classic dishes, hand-rolled pastas (featured in our lasagna and manicotti), our homemade desserts, and our hospitality. Benvenuti!

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8. Sun Restaurant-Williamsville

5.0

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Amherst

Sun Cuisines is a distinctive restaurant in Williamsville, featuring a diverse menu that fuses Thai, Burmese, and Japanese flavors. Whether you're a sushi lover, a fan of pad thai, or seeking something new, there's something for everyone. Experience the rich tastes of Burma with signature dishes like Beef Curry, a slow-roasted curry with tender ribeye, and Burmese Flat Wide Noodle, a spicy noodle dish with hot and sour sauce. Savor classic Thai favorites such as Pad Thai and Pad Ga Pow, or try unique options like Mango Chicken and Mixed Vegetable Curry. At the sushi bar, enjoy a variety of rolls, from classic California Rolls to innovative creations like the Grand Avocado Roll and Sweet Potato Roll, along with a selection of nigiri and sashimi for purists. Sun Cuisines provides a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for a culinary adventure. Come and explore the flavors of Asia today!

9. Linny's

4.7

Exceptional(149)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Ossington

Booked 42 times today

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10. Rizzo's House of Parm

4.9

Exceptional(1960)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Fort Erie

Booked 58 times today

A casual restaurant in Crystal Beach, Ontario. Homemade food, from our family to yours.Reservations are strongly recommended, walk-in availability limited.Please note that walk-in availability is based on a first-come, first-served basis and is a mixture of table and bar seating.We we will do our very best to accommodate seating preferences. However, as a small restaurant it may not be possible to be located in certain areas or connected/beside other groups of reservations.

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Dan
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great good, great service! We will be back in the future.
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Giancarlo'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Buffalo
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4.8
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Megan
Greater Boston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was absolutely delicious! From appetizers to dessert - everything was cooked to a perfection! Service was attentive without pushy.
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black & blue Steak and Crab - BuffaloPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Buffalo
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4.5
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Eileen
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service, food and ambience was excellent! We had a wonderful experience!
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Trattoria Aroma - WilliamsvillePrice: Moderate• Italian• Williamsville
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DarleneVIP
New York City •24 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 4, 2025
Delicious. Loved the seafood tower. However, the broccolini was not cooked enough.
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JazzbolinePrice: Expensive• American• Buffalo
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4.6
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Teri-Lynn
Upstate New York •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2025
Our waitress Christina was outstanding. The wings and homemade chips were delicious and the red ale was very tasty.
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Steelbound WilliamsvillePrice: Moderate• Brewery• Williamsville
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