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Hutch's

88/100 (3724 ratings)

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Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Parking Available

Full Bar

Accepts Credit Cards

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"This is one awesome restaurant! We were fortunate during the last night of our vacation in Buffalo to be taken by friends to Hutch's. From the minute..."

Bill Barnett

"I don’t often make a point of saying things like this, but we eat at a lot of wonderful restaurants in Buffalo, but hands down, Hutches is the..."

Erin Kent

"Absolutely love this place! Calamari app is to die for and the seafood risotto is absolutely mouth watering. Wonderful place with amazing staff...."

Anjelica Cmiel

"Great restaurant with a wonderful staff. They are masters at soft shell crab. We like to sit at the bar and always get great..."

Joan Horn

"This was our first trip to Hutch's. Great bar, friendly knowledgeable staff. Excellent service. Our delicious meal was perfect from appetizer to..."

Mary Tortorici- Wujek

"This is by far the best restaurant for red meat. Their tenderloin is the best meal ever. The 5 sipper is the best way to begin your Saturday date..."

Kym Barringer-Weibel

"Amazing food and amazing service! I would recommend this place to..."

Morgan Gibeault

"What a wonderful place to eat. The food was outstanding and the service didn't miss a beat. I would highly recommend..."

Linda Strasser Hale

"Holding onto its supremacy as the leader of the pack in Buffalo restaurants. Impeccable service and the finest menu. New Years Eve could not have..."

Charles Calvello

"The food was amazing. The only "complaint" would be the 45 minute wait even though we had reservations. But considering how good the food was it was..."

Jason Martinelli

"I went to Hutch's for my birthday. The food was absolutely phenomenal and the staff was very friendly, helpful and professional. We had a wonderful..."

Monica Lockhaven

"The fried soft shell crab was great! I loved it! Great staff, and a great atmosphere. I Will be here often! It Was a great way to end my graduation..."

Femi Robinson

"WOW!!! Our experience could not have been better! Excellent in every way, from the moment we arrived until the moment we left! Very accomadating,..."

Dinah LeBleu Laurich

"Fantastic dinner as always. Our family was in from out of town and loved it!!! Our server, Tyler was great !! This will alway be one of our favorite..."

Christine Kunzer Campanelli

"My husband Matt and I enjoyed a wonderful evening at Hutch's. We arrived early and the host offered to take my coat and walk us to the bar where we..."

Penny Goodenough McGuire

"The wait for our food was longer than expected but so worth it! So amazing I didn't have to use ..."

Dea Adams

"Server Michael was outstanding as was the food. Veal chop (per Michael's recommendation) and soft shell crab were beyond all expectations! Will be..."

Molly Camann Gioeli

"It was my first time dining here and it was because I assumed it would be way too expensive. My son who also happens to be a chef there has..."

Linda Rodney Connors

"The food and service are outstanding. Cozy and lovely dining area is also very..."

Catherine Burkhart

"Great food, great atmosphere. Server was very knowledgeable about menu. Definitely a favorite restaurant of..."

Karen Soos

"Great atmosphere and the stars are very friendly. The food is excellent there,one of my favourite places in..."

Barry Kennedy

"The food & the service was excellent, but the restaurant is very loud and the tables are very close to one..."

Carole Novak-Lewis

"Great food, high energy and service! Table position not ideal given overall noise..."

Wende Lyman

"This place never disappoints. Top notch food and service every..."

Erica Ambrose

"The best beef tenderloin au poise ever!! Ordered medium it was..."

Sheila Keenan Nathanson

"Best dining experience in Buffalo. Food is to die for and service was stellar. This is a MUST stop for any..."

Gordon N Amber Levenbaum

"Always enjoy this restaurant. Had a small mistake made with the leftovers. The waiter and staff went above and beyond to correct the issue and send..."

Chuck Basil

"This is a classic establishment which is much bigger than it looks. We had a table of six and were well catered to. They offer a nice wine list and..."

JADlabs

"Hutch's has been, and continues to be, in our top 3 restaurants in Buffalo. It's consistently great and always makes it into my recommendation for..."

Jenn Nicken

"Excellent Upscale Dining. Hutch's is an overall excellent place, wonderful bar area with tons of character and a very good fine dining restaurant...."

Makefile

"Seafood Pasta. Very good, liked the zucchini and..."

Dmdiblasi

"One of my favorites.... I visited hutchs a few weeks back and had a seafood special and it was great. The service was great we had a nice young man..."

Carlyannla87

"What a wonderful dining experience! It came highly recommended by several "locals" in the area. My husband and I are from the food service industry..."

Lisa McPherson

"Timeless classic of WNY. Never a disappointment. Decor could use a facelift though. Food & service are top..."

S W

"My Top 10... Go there as often as I can, love the menu, service, and usually order whatever Seafood Special they are offering, as I know its as fresh..."

Lesa Cater

"The softshell crabs are the best anywhere! When these are in season, I try to go to hutches at least once a..."

Zina H

"Love it. My husband and I went to hutch's right around the beginning of December and we loved the food. We have been trying to make it to hutchs for..."

Mammabear45

"One of the BEST. FAB FAB FAB..."

Samantha K.

"Delicious Start To Finish. One of my favorite restaurants in Buffalo if not my favorite. You always get a quality meal, drink and the service tends..."

Eating Through Buffalo

"Believe the hype. It is that good. We have been meaning to go there for years, and finally dined there last Friday (get a reservation if you plan on..."

John S.

"I adore Hutch's, and don't think my review will shut the doors, BUT! Please servers, stop ''tbowing'' the specials to me, stop smelling like smoke,..."

Been In The Biz A Long Time

"Mmmm. They used to make THE MOST INCREDIBLE chevre cheese cake... its LOUD and the tables are ridiculously close to strangers but the food is out of..."

Kk

"Very good. Went for valentines day. Very nice dishes and nice feeling in the restaurant. The bar area was comfortable. overall a great..."

LewistonDiner90

"A good steak for the money. I've eaten at Hutch's about 10 times, and each time I went I ordered the Steak Frite, it is an 18oz Angus Ribeye that is..."

Jeremy Lewis

"Best Meal EVER. My girlfriends took me to Hutch's for my birthday- there were 9 of us. All I can say is we had the best meal any of us had ever..."

Rachael

"Service was excellent. Prices were moderate. Food was not the best ever, but decent. First time here so I'll definitely give it another try. Thumbs..."

Jesse Woomer

"Simply the BEST dining in Buffalo, NY!. My wife and I been frequenting Hutch's Restaurant in Buffalo, NY for quite some time now. From our very first..."

Meyerlights85

"Heaven on a plate. I ate at Hutch's the first week it opened. My best friend was visiting from LA (a Buffalo ex-pat) and somehow he had heard of it..."

Molly Quinn

"This place is fantastic. The outside is not much, but inside the chef is rock n the food! Lamb, steak and chicken were super with sauces that took..."

Paul

"This place is an excellent place to go to. The NY strip steak is highly recommended. Get their before your reservation so you can enjoy the bar..."

Banz

"Solid Quality!. Have not been since last fall but wanted to give them a plug. Great Buffalo atmoshere and GREAT food....makes for a nice night..."

Timbuck

"Very Yummy!. I used to live a block away and so I've eaten here quite a few times- every one of those times it has been delicious! This restaurant is..."

Christine

"Awesome. I have never had a bad meal here. Always good..."

Gosabres

"Hutchs is great. Get there jumbalia pasta and there..."

Fudge Dippers

"Another fabulous meal!. We dined @ Hutch's last evening and had yet another fabulous meal! Hutch and his staff have NEVER let us down. Last evening's..."

BW

"Great Value. One of my favorites. Excellent menu and dishes are very well prepared and presented. Not cheap but a bagain for fine dining. Too bad its..."

Bossbob

"Almost 1 month ago, Alli and I enjoyed our other meal of Local Restaurant Week at Hutch's. Since I started Buffalo Eats and started my general "food..."

Buffalo Eats

""Transcendent," explains the American Association of Food Journalists in its definition of a four-star restaurant, "a one-of-a-kind, world-class..."

Jeremy Horwitz

Shango

87/100 (1337 ratings)

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"shango bistro and bar 4/5 stars $$$ I went with my bestie, 2nd visit. The only physical complaint I have is with those darned bench cushions - the..."

Margaret Dowling

"Testing this review page! We ate at Shango and it was a decent experience but didn't blow us away. The appetizer was decent (seafood crepe wraps) and..."

Kris Kacynski

"Excellent All Around. I've been to Shango a few times to eat, once for brunch and a couple of times for dinner. The food has always been excellent...."

Makefile

"This place is easily one of my top five in Buffalo. Amazing food. From apps to dessert I was beyond impressed. No liquor, so don't expect to have a..."

The Food Snob

"Fantastic Food and Service. From the oysters to a perfectly prepared duck breast. My meal was..."

Tdonahue.donahue73

"Excellent lunch. Gist cheese salad with shrimp added. very good. get dressing on side though - too sweet. staff very..."

TroutChaser

"My boyfriend took me to Shango to celebrate my new job and it was the perfect evening! Everything was scrumptious! They bring out fresh bread (whole..."

BuffAlove

"Best brunch. Give this place a try.. Especially for bruch. Eclectic and..."

Msstevens1968

"The food is good, but I would say it is not worth the price. You are going to pay top steak house prices for low country..."

Larry

"My girlfriend and I had a great experience dining at Shango. The main dining area was reserved for a private party, but there were plenty of tables..."

Jason Kanzler

"My boyfriend and I recently dined at Shango for my birthday, and we were SO glad we did. The service was very good and the atmosphere was just right...."

Joelle P.

"Best Brunch. Went there with a group of friends a couple weeks ago, always delish. Try to go once a month. Service is good, I'm a breakfast person,..."

Lesa Cater

"Finally. Been meaning to get here for awhile. I really wanted Sushi, but Kuni was closed so I went to Shango. I saw some things on the menu that I..."

Tabascograz

"Holy Crow. Ambiance is just like the website; little bit dim. Awesome food! 3 types of bread and a small olive dish were provided for the table & we..."

DD

"Incredible cuisine. Please answer the phone. Can't make reservations if you..."

Jeffrey Rouch

"I love this place it's a great spot to try new food. Even though it's a little more pricey it's definately worth the money. The mac and cheese is a..."

MJC

"Amazing. Best french toast in..."

Aspiringfoodie

"Delectable. My meal was absolutely wonderful! Our avocado spring rolls were fresh and crisp, while my entree - pasta with lobster and scallops - was..."

Danielle

"Loved, loved the Po Boy steak sandwich! It was so flavorful, the steak was tender, absolutely delicious... mouth-watering unlike any steak sandwich I..."

Margarita

"Very Very Very Good. Give it a..."

Banz

"Wonderful. This is our absolute favorite brunch place in Western New York. The food is delicious, the ambiance is a little funky and a little "old..."

Marthygc

"Unique dining spot.... There's no place in WNY like Shango. This little restaurant is a gem. An old bagel joint has been transformed into a New..."

Bearandbu

"One of our favorites. Great for apps and..."

Bob M

"Well worth the visit. Went for V-Day dinner with girlfriend. Service was good to great (just missed perfect). A little tight for seating but not a..."

Transplantedman

"Excellent. Friend and I got together for dinner for the holidays. It was my first time. Had been wanting to try it for a long time; and ended up..."

Chris Cuccia

"Best Dinner EVERRR. I am officially obsessed with this place now! Went there for dinner this past Saturday and everything about it was amazing. I..."

HannahHays

"Love this restaurant. Always has great specials. When saving $, I opt for gumbo and a po' boy. Great beer..."

JiMeg

"Impressive.. Visting Buffalo for the first time this year and this place was on my radar. My mother ordered the creole bouillabaisse with various..."

Callitasicit

"My new fav brunch spot!. I've been to New Orleans several times and brunch is a serious tradition...Shango does it right!Love the upscale..."

Propa Fly

"Yummy!. Good quality yummy food. We went for brunch there and were very happy with our meals and loved the Mimosas!!..."

Foodie

"Great Brunch. Shango is a great place to have an upscale brunch. Terrific coffee and awesome brunch menu. Have been there for dinner as well, which..."

Matt

"Went to shango for my bday it was wonderful I.had the butter milk chicken it was great the greens and grits where awsome..."

Chante

"Good. Service was good, food was good and quick on a fairly busy weekend night. Extensive wine list, perhaps a bit overpriced since it is a "wine..."

Ryan

"Worth every penny!. I usually can't afford to eat at a restaurant like Shango. It's not to say that they are way too expensive though. For instance,..."

Alex Pawlicki

"Favorite spot in Buffalo. My husband and I happened on Shango one night and not only were thrilled with the ambiance, but have been back many times..."

Stacey

"We're from South Louisiana and we loved it. Enough said! If duck confit is on the specials list, don't miss out on it! Amazing! Not all the dishes on..."

Allie B

"Warm and Inviting. Smells spicy, tastes good, and the servers took plenty of time to help us learn about the meals. The specials list was as long as..."

Megan

"All around great.. One of Buffalo's best. The food, beverage selection and atmosphere are wonderful. For the cost concious, you can make a whole meal..."

Steven Raines

"Great experience. Food was perfect, atmosphere was very nice. Overall one of the best meals I've had in buffalo aft any price...."

Mike Abbass

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Nora

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Dan Bordonaro

"IN LOVE. I might have to say that this is my favorite restaurant in buffalo!!! From the wonderful service, to the delicious Olive assortment..."

Amanda

"Shango never disapoints with excellent food and specials. Thursday is happy hour at the..."

Steve

"Somthing a bit differesnt... you will like it.. About the only thing I do not like is that parking can be a challenge. This is a popular place with..."

JDL

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Matthew Luongo

"A few weeks ago Buffalo's restaurants opened their doors and Alli and I embarked on our 5th Local Restaurant Week experience. We started this great..."

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