Buffalo Local Business Guide
BuffaloVibe's Local Guide is an independent, ad-free directory of 2,104 businesses across Buffalo, the Queen City, and Western New York — no pay-to-rank placements, no sponsored listings dressed up as recommendations.
Business Directory
2,104 local businesses in 22 categories — independent and ad-free
The Black Sheep
Restaurants
587 listings
Lexington Co-op Markets
Shopping
308 listings
Resurgence Brewing Company (RBC)
Bars, Pubs & Clubs
248 listings
Feel Rite Fresh Markets
Health & Fitness
198 listings
Hampton Inn & Suites Buffalo Downtown
Hotels / Accommodations
182 listings
SPoT Coffee - Delaware Ave
Cafes / Coffee Shops
126 listings
Elmwood Village Association
Community Organizations
65 listings
Aura Salon & Spa
Beauty, Spa & Salons
64 listings
Art Galleries & Museums
36 listings
Theater & Stage
35 listings
Sports Teams
33 listings
Professional Services
31 listings
Arts & Culture
29 listings
Attractions
23 listings
Colleges & Universities
21 listings
Concert Venues
23 listings
Dance Companies & Studios
10 listings
Movie Theaters
28 listings
Music & Entertainment
12 listings
Outdoor Activities
29 listings
Photography & Video
5 listings
Wedding Services
11 listings
Neighborhoods
The most-listed neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY
Downtown
255 listings
Williamsville
147 listings
University District
146 listings
Elmwood Village
130 listings
South Buffalo
115 listings
Allentown
110 listings
Cheektowaga
109 listings
Niagara Falls
106 listings
North Buffalo
103 listings
East Side
95 listings
Amherst
77 listings
Hertel Avenue
72 listings
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Buffalo Local Guide?
BuffaloVibe's Local Guide is an independent, ad-free directory of 2,104 local businesses, restaurants and attractions across Buffalo and Western New York. Browse 27 neighborhoods and 22 categories, from restaurants and bars to shopping, attractions and live music.
How many neighborhoods does the Buffalo Local Guide cover?
The guide covers 27 neighborhoods and nearby towns: city neighborhoods like Downtown, Allentown, the Elmwood Village, Hertel Avenue, North Buffalo, South Buffalo, the West Side and the East Side, plus suburbs and towns from Amherst, Williamsville and Cheektowaga to Orchard Park, Hamburg, Lockport and Niagara Falls.
What kinds of businesses are in the guide?
There are 22 categories, including Restaurants (587 listings), Shopping (308), Bars, Pubs & Clubs (248), Health & Fitness (198), Hotels & Accommodations (182) and Cafes & Coffee Shops (126), plus galleries and museums, theaters, concert venues, attractions and more.
How many restaurants are listed in the Buffalo guide?
The guide lists 587 restaurants across Buffalo and the suburbs, from wing joints and pizzerias to Italian bakeries on Hertel Avenue and the international restaurants of the West Side.
Which Buffalo neighborhoods have the most listings?
Downtown leads with 255 listings, followed by the University District (146), Williamsville (147), the Elmwood Village (130) and South Buffalo (115).
What is the Elmwood Village known for?
The Elmwood Village is a leafy, walkable stretch of independent shops, restaurants, galleries and easygoing bars, steps from the Buffalo AKG Art Museum and Delaware Park. The guide lists 130 businesses there.
What is Allentown in Buffalo?
Allentown is Buffalo's bohemian heart: a historic Allen Street lined with one-off shops, dive bars and diverse restaurants, and home to the Allentown Art Festival every June. The guide lists 110 businesses there.
What is Hertel Avenue known for?
Hertel Avenue is Buffalo's Little Italy, a long stretch of Italian bakeries, grocers and red-sauce restaurants mixed with antique shops and newer bars and cafes. The guide lists 72 businesses there.
What is there to do Downtown?
Downtown Buffalo has 255 listings: landmark architecture along Main Street, the Theater District, acclaimed restaurants and the Canalside waterfront, with summer concerts and winter skating.
Where can I go out for drinks and nightlife in Buffalo?
The guide lists 248 bars, pubs and clubs. Allentown, the Elmwood Village, Hertel Avenue and Downtown are the busiest nightlife areas, with 23 concert venues for live music.
Where can I find coffee shops in Buffalo?
There are 126 cafes and coffee shops in the guide, from neighborhood cafes in the Elmwood Village and on Hertel Avenue to roasters downtown and in the suburbs.
What arts and culture can I find in Buffalo?
The guide lists 36 art galleries and museums, 35 theater and stage venues and 29 arts and culture organizations, including the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, the Burchfield Penney Art Center and the Theater District.
What outdoor activities are there around Buffalo?
The guide lists 29 outdoor activities and 23 attractions: Olmsted parks like Delaware Park, nature preserves like Tifft and Reinstein Woods, the Outer Harbor waterfront and Niagara Falls State Park, about 30 minutes away.
Are there free things to do in Buffalo?
Yes. Many of the parks, trails and landmarks in the guide are free, and the big art museums open for free one Friday a month. Our Free Things to Do in Buffalo guide rounds them up, and the Free Events calendar lists what is free this week.
Where can I stay in Buffalo?
The guide lists 182 hotels and accommodations, from downtown hotels near Canalside and the Theater District to inns and hotels near the airport and in Niagara Falls.
Does the guide include Buffalo sports teams?
Yes. There are 33 sports teams in the guide, from the Bills and Sabres to minor-league and college teams, plus local bars and venues to watch the game.
Does the guide cover the suburbs and Niagara Falls?
Yes. Beyond the city, the guide covers Amherst, Williamsville, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, North Tonawanda, West Seneca, Orchard Park, Hamburg, Lancaster, Depew, Kenmore, Grand Island, Lockport, Lewiston and Niagara Falls.
Are there food trucks in the Buffalo guide?
Yes. Food trucks are in the guide too, and Food Truck Tuesday at Larkin Square gathers dozens of them every summer week.
Is the Buffalo Local Guide ad-free?
Yes. The guide is independent and ad-free: no pay-to-rank placements and no sponsored listings dressed up as recommendations.
Can I claim or update my business listing?
Yes. Business owners can claim their listing from the Claim Listing page to keep hours, photos and details current.
How are listings kept up to date?
Listings are kept current by our editors and by the businesses themselves. If you spot something out of date, let us know and we will fix it.
How do I find things to do in a specific neighborhood?
Use Explore by Neighborhood on this page to open any of the 27 neighborhoods, or Browse by Category to see everything of one kind across the whole region.