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We’ve officially come to the end of 2025 but before we close the door, let’s take a look back at all the exciting new openings that have popped up across our region. From restaurants and bars to bakeries, breweries, coffee shops, and more, these places are the latest expansions to Buffalo and WNY’s food and drink scene. If you haven’t had the chance to try out these places yet, be sure to put these places on your bucket list for the new year.

Also as a friendly reminder, make sure to visit the places you love (old and new) and want to see remain open for the long haul – you never know when it’ll be too late to support your neighborhood spot or favorite destination.

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New Restaurants, Bars & More That Opened in 2025

Cafe / Coffee Shop

18 Mile Bakery

84 Lake St Hamburg, NY 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

At 18 Mile Bakery in Hamburg, we serve Sandwiches, Pastries, Croissants, and a variety of other classics such as our Caprese Sandwich, Sourdough Coffee …

Full Service

1812 Tavern

5381 Abbott Rd Hamburg, NY 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

Where the Southtowns Eat.

Great drinks & delicious food at the location where the town of Hamburg was founded in 1812.

Join us for an …

Fast Food

195 Grant Street Kitchen

195 Grant St Buffalo, NY 14213 • $$$$$

Buffalo

The new 195 Grant Street Kitchen is focused on selling street food. While Jonathan’s Iranian and Indonesian influences do make appearances on the menu, …

Fast Casual

Artigiana

935 Seneca St Buffalo, NY 14210 • $$$$$

Buffalo

At Artigiana, we believe that bread is more than just a staple; it’s an art form. We are passionate about baking exceptional, handcrafted food that not …

Fast Casual

Artusi

3975 Main St Eggertsville, NY 14226 • $$$$$

North Towns

Buffalo’s first Piega Shop and home of the Hidden Kitchen, Artusi is bringing elevated fast-casual Italian eats to Amherst!

Read Our Article About Their …

Fast Casual

Augie’s

1 Buffalo St Hamburg, NY 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

New name. Same location. We want to continue serving up tasty food and good times for years to come. Swing by to check out our delicious burgers, fried …

Full Service

Big Ditch Brewing Co. – Lockport

1 East Ave Lockport, NY 14094 • $$$$$

Niagara County

The Erie Canal opened in 1825, connecting the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean by way of the Hudson River.  When the plan for the Canal was presented, …

Full Service

Blue Cave

810 Center St Lewiston, NY 14092 • $$$$$

Niagara County

Contemporary Italian Cuisine which offers a variety of modern Italian/European dishes as well as Sicilian style offerings prepared by Chef/Owner Mario …

Full Service

Britesmith Brewing – Niagara St

1250 Niagara St Buffalo, NY 14213 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Given the exciting momentum along Niagara Street, we couldn’t resist joining the party. Our new home at 1250 Niagara previously hosted some great spots …

Bar

Cafe Bewilderment

1235 Hertel Ave Buffalo, NY 14216 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

A hidden gem nestled inside of The Monocle on Hertel Avenue, where nature’s magic meets the warmth of community.

Step into our ethereal escape, a …

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Caffe at Amy’s

3234 Main St Buffalo, NY 14214 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

Fans of the old Amy’s Place can rest assured that the Lentil-Berry Wrap and Wet Shoes — curly fries topped with vegetarian chili and cheese — are …

Full Service

Cheektowaga Country Club

4917 Genesee St Cheektowaga, NY 14225 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

Cheektowaga Country Club is not your average day out—it’s a whole vibe. Picture the groovy charm of That ‘70s Show fused with a modern twist on classic …

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Cloudberry Cafe

2263 Grand Island Blvd , NY 14072 • $$$$$

North Towns

Welcome to Cloudberry– Your Destination for Healthy, Nourishing Superfoods.

Grand Island’s first & only superfood cafe serving healthy …


Fast Food

Cluck Cluck Moo Moo – East Amherst

6035 Transit Rd East Amherst, NY 14051 • $$$$$

North Towns

The brainchild of two best friends, Cluck Cluck Moo Moo offers smash burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, and seasoned fries.

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Fast Casual

daNando The Italian Culetto

4401 Transit Rd Buffalo, NY 14221 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Our product will be categorized as an Italian specialty sandwich, with deep-rooted traditions emphasizing family, food, and conversations dating back to …

Full Service

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

4245 McKinley Pkwy Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

Fresh, homemade, and high-quality aren’t just catchwords, they are our foundation. Our menus are rooted in the traditions of southern barbecue and influenced …

Bar

Equal Parts

149 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14201 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Equal Parts is a cocktail bar in Allentown which offers refined craft cocktails with a neighborhood feel.

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Full Service

Fairbanks

460 Center St Lewiston, NY 14092 • $$$$$

Niagara County

Fairbanks is a neighborhood restaurant located in downtown Lewiston, NY. Inside the historically redeveloped Frontier House, our menu of regionally inspired …

Bar

Falls Brewery

2408 Military Rd Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • $$$$$

Niagara County

We are Now Open for business, we are located at 2408 Military Road in Niagara Falls, NY within the Military Square Plaza, the Falls Brewery is replacing …

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Filled With Love Cafe & Market

962 Maple Rd Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$

Niagara County

Specialty grocery market and cafe focusing on European products, local businesses, and organic food. Involving our community by offering each customer …

Fitz Books & Waffles

1462 Main St Buffalo, NY 14209 • $$$$$

Buffalo

FITZ sells good books, new and used.  We are drawn to books that reveal hidden histories and motivate us to be agents of change.  We believe that a reading …

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Haraz Coffee House

471 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$$$$

Buffalo

With 126 new locations signed across the U.S. and the Middle East, Haraz Coffee House is redefining the coffee experience worldwide. 🌍

Our brand …

Full Service

Heaven’s Countertop

1641 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

Soul food restaurant on Hertel Ave serving up favorites like fried fish, mac n cheese, and collard greens.

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Fast Casual

International House

617 Main St Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

The Buffalo nightlife virtuosos who invented the Pink Flamingo, then made Mother’s the place to go after midnight for a decade have one last spot to …

Bar

Iron Cedar Brewery & Meadery

4345 Genesee St Buffalo, NY 14225 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

At Iron Cedar, we greet each guest with a story – a tale steeped in the tradition of mead-making, a craft as old as civilization itself. Here, we bridge …

Full Service

JuiCy Burger Bar

1275 Delaware Ave Buffalo, NY 14209 • $$$$$

Buffalo

This is Buffalo burger magic—creative burgers piled high with carefully curated ingredients, all on a perfectly toasted bun that sets Juicy apart Step …

Fast Casual

Lima’s Harbor Grill

1437 Ferry Rd Grandyle Village, NY 14072 • $$$$$

North Towns

Lima’s Harbor Grill is a seasonal summer restaurant located right along the scenic Niagara River …

Fast Casual

Lloyd Taco Factory – Elmwood

492 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$$$$

Buffalo

From the first taco truck to serve the great city of Buffalo, to now the third brick and mortar restaurant. Their mission is to bring legitimate street …

Fast Casual

Lovejoy Kitchen

1212 E Lovejoy St Buffalo, New York 14206 • $$$$$

Other

Welcome to Lovejoy Kitchen, where every meal tells a story of dedication, friendship, and community spirit!

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Full Service

McCormick’s Pub

131 Van Rensselaer St Buffalo, NY 14210 • $$$$$

Buffalo

McCormick’s Pub is a family owned and operated bar & restaurant with delicious daily food and drink specials!

Formerly known as Marinaro’s Larkin …

Fast Casual

Millions Tin Japanese & Burmese Cuisine

388 Amherst St Buffalo, NY 14207 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

Millions Tin is one of the newest Burmese-owned restaurants and it’s a great place to get your fix of Burmese food, along with other popular Asian dishes. …

Full Service

Mira

1081 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Located in the heart of the Elmwood Village, Mira is a neighborhood restaurant that embodies the spirit of the Mediterranean. Our food and drinks are a …

Full Service

Oakk Haus

414 Pearl St Buffalo, NY 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Welcome to the newest gem in downtown Buffalo – a place where vibrant energy meets sophisticated relaxation. Our lounge is set to be your new favorite …

Full Service

Olcott Lobster Co.

5860 E Main St Olcott, NY 14126 • $$$$$

Niagara County

Bringing fresh Maine Lobster to Olcott NY. “The tight menu of mostly lobster rolls gets right to the point.”

Roll in and Chill.

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Fast Casual

Papi Grande’s Lancaster

20 W Main St Lancaster, NY 14086 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

This stunning, brand new building is home to close to 3,000 sq ft of Papi Grande’s, plus close to 2,500 sq ft street-level outdoor patio.

We’re bringing …

Bar

Perro & Poni

225 Fuhrmann Boulevard Buffalo, NY 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Perro & Poni, from the group behind South Buffalo’s popular Dog & Pony Saloon, features bold, Mexicali flavors and dishes served fresh at the lakeside …

Full Service

POPularity! Soda Popcorn Culture

1124 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 • $$$$$

Buffalo

POPularity! is Buffalo’s exclusive destination for custom-crafted soda POPs and freshly mixed gourmet POPcorn, offering endless flavor combinations in …

Cafe / Coffee Shop

Red Otter Coffee

3147 Delaware Ave Buffalo, New York 14217 • $$$$$

North Buffalo

Red Otter Coffee is a new coffee shop located at 3147 Delaware Ave Kenmore NY. The shop offers a variety of products including espresso-based drinks, smoothies, …

Full Service

Roseland’s Atlas

492 Rhode Island St Buffalo, NY 14213 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Comfortable dining located in the Five Points neighborhood featuring a seasonal and fresh menu.

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Full Service

Saffron Kitchen

1786 Main St Buffalo, NY 14208 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Founded by two families who immigrated to Buffalo from Afghanistan via Iran and Turkey, Saffron Kitchen offers a crash course in the region’s cuisine …

Bar

Sandbaggers Golf Bar

15 Buffalo St Hamburg, New York 14075 • $$$$$

South Towns

Sandbaggers features three simulator bays, including one designed for a private experience. Each bay features state-of-the-art Foresight technology, complete …

Cafe / Coffee Shop

SEVENS

225 Louisiana St Buffalo, NY 14204 • $$$$$

Buffalo

A cafe and bakery specializing in Vegan and Gluten-free items.

Read Our Article About Their Opening

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Cafe / Coffee Shop

Slow Season

17 W Main St Lockport, NY 14094 • $$$$$

Niagara County

​Slow Season invites you to unwind and create in the heart of historic Lockport, NY, just steps from the Erie Canal. Come for a warm cup of coffee, stay …

Fast Casual

Soul Fresh Salad Bar

11 E Utica St Buffalo, New York 14209 • $$$$$

Buffalo



Black owned Salad Bar on Buffalo’s Eastside directly across from the Utica Station. At SoulFresh Salad Bar, we’re serving up handcrafted salads, …

Fast Casual

Sueños de Azucar Bakery LLC

56 Niagara St Buffalo, New York 14202 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Open from the morning until early evening, the cafe covers all the essential bases. Need a breakfast burrito or an omelette? Sueños de Azúcar has got …

Full Service

The Country Hen

10158 Niagara Fls Blvd Niagara Falls, NY 14304 • $$$$$

Niagara County

The Country Hen serves up classic diner fare, offering a bit of comfort to the surrounding neighborhood, local workers and visitors staying in the nearby …

Full Service

The IroNTon

126 Wheatfield St North Tonawanda, New York 14120 • $$$$$

Niagara County

The Ironton Restaurant, locally owned and operated by Jay & Rose Mary, represents a heartfelt commitment to serving the local community with genuine …

Bar

The Lemon Room

638 Lake St Wilson, NY 14172 • $$$$$

Niagara County

The Lemon Room is where the vibrant flavors of Niagara County come to life in every sip and bite. Nestled in the heart of Wilson, our cocktail bar is dedicated …

Cafe / Coffee Shop

The Muffin Man of Buffalo

1286 French Rd Cheektowaga, New York 14227 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

Len Grosso turned into the Muffin Man!!! Fresh baked Gourmet flavorful MEGA muffins!

Read Our Article About Their Opening

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Cafe / Coffee Shop

The Rooted Cup

20 W Main St Lancaster, NY 14086 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

The Rooted Cup was born from a desire to create a welcoming, sober space where people can gather, connect and feel good without explanation or justification. …

Catering

The Stillwater

4038 Hoover Rd Buffalo, NY 14219 • $$$$$

South Towns

The Stillwater by Chef Felicia Gane is an exciting new culinary venue set along the scenic shores of Lake Erie in Buffalo, NY. Designed as a versatile …

Bar

Velvet Stone Speak Easy Lounge (VSSEL)

128 Genesee St Buffalo, New York 14203 • $$$$$

Buffalo

Downtown Buffalo’s newest cocktail lounge!

Read Our Article About Their Opening

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Full Service

Wingnutz Buffalo

4600 Genesee St Buffalo, NY 14225 • $$$$$

Cheektowaga and East

Our flagship location right next to the Buffalo Niagara Airport. A must-see/must-do chicken wings experience & destination!

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Fast Casual

Zereshk Persian Cuisine

704 Maple Rd Williamsville, New York 14221 • $$$$$

North Towns

Zereshk in Williamsville serves fresh, flavorful Persian dishes in a fast-casual setting. Our signature zereshk (barberries) adds a tangy twist to classics …

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