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We\u2019ve officially come to the end of 2025 but before we close the door, let\u2019s 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\u2019s food and drink scene. If you haven\u2019t had the chance to try out these places yet, be sure to put these places on your bucket list for the new year.<\/p>\n
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 \u2013 you never know when it\u2019ll be too late to support your neighborhood spot or favorite destination.<\/p>\n
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New Restaurants, Bars & More That Opened in 2025<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n Cafe \/ Coffee Shop<\/p>\n <\/a>18 Mile Bakery<\/a><\/p>\n 84 Lake St Hamburg, NY 14075 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n South Towns<\/p>\n At 18 Mile Bakery in Hamburg, we serve Sandwiches, Pastries, Croissants, and a variety of other classics such as our Caprese Sandwich, Sourdough Coffee …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>1812 Tavern<\/a><\/p>\n 5381 Abbott Rd Hamburg, NY 14075 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n South Towns<\/p>\n Where the Southtowns Eat.
Join us for an …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fast Food<\/p>\n <\/a>195 Grant Street Kitchen<\/a><\/p>\n 195 Grant St Buffalo, NY 14213 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n The new 195 Grant Street Kitchen is focused on selling street food. While Jonathan\u2019s Iranian and Indonesian influences do make appearances on the menu, …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Artigiana<\/a><\/p>\n 935 Seneca St Buffalo, NY 14210 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n At Artigiana, we believe that bread is more than just a staple; it\u2019s an art form. We are passionate about baking exceptional, handcrafted food that not …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Artusi<\/a><\/p>\n 3975 Main St Eggertsville, NY 14226 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Towns<\/p>\n Buffalo’s first Piega Shop and home of the Hidden Kitchen, Artusi is bringing elevated fast-casual Italian eats to Amherst!
<\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Augie\u2019s<\/a><\/p>\n 1 Buffalo St Hamburg, NY 14075 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n South Towns<\/p>\n New name. Same location. We want to continue serving up tasty food and good times for years to come. Swing by to check out our delicious burgers, fried …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Big Ditch Brewing Co. \u2013 Lockport<\/a><\/p>\n 1 East Ave Lockport, NY 14094 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Niagara County<\/p>\n The Erie Canal opened in 1825, connecting the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean by way of the Hudson River. \u00a0When the plan for the Canal was presented, …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Blue Cave<\/a><\/p>\n 810 Center St Lewiston, NY 14092 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Niagara County<\/p>\n Contemporary Italian Cuisine which offers a variety of modern Italian\/European dishes as well as Sicilian style offerings prepared by Chef\/Owner Mario …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Britesmith Brewing \u2013 Niagara St<\/a><\/p>\n 1250 Niagara St Buffalo, NY 14213 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Given the exciting momentum along Niagara Street, we couldn\u2019t resist joining the party. Our new home at 1250 Niagara previously hosted some great spots …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bar<\/p>\n <\/a>Cafe Bewilderment<\/a><\/p>\n 1235 Hertel Ave Buffalo, NY 14216 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Buffalo<\/p>\n A hidden gem nestled inside of The Monocle on Hertel Avenue, where nature\u2019s magic meets the\u00a0warmth of community.
<\/p>\n Cafe \/ Coffee Shop<\/p>\n <\/a>Caffe at Amy\u2019s<\/a><\/p>\n 3234 Main St Buffalo, NY 14214 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Buffalo<\/p>\n Fans of the old Amy\u2019s Place can rest assured that the Lentil-Berry Wrap and Wet Shoes \u2014 curly fries topped with vegetarian chili and cheese \u2014 are …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Cheektowaga Country Club<\/a><\/p>\n 4917 Genesee St Cheektowaga, NY 14225 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Cheektowaga and East<\/p>\n Cheektowaga Country Club is not your average day out\u2014it\u2019s a whole vibe. Picture the groovy charm of That \u201870s Show fused with a modern twist on classic …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cafe \/ Coffee Shop<\/p>\n <\/a>Cloudberry Cafe<\/a><\/p>\n 2263 Grand Island Blvd , NY 14072 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Towns<\/p>\n Welcome to Cloudberry\u2013 Your Destination for Healthy, Nourishing Superfoods.<\/p>\n Grand Island\u2019s first & only superfood cafe serving healthy …<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/p>\n Fast Food<\/p>\n <\/a>Cluck Cluck Moo Moo \u2013 East Amherst<\/a><\/p>\n 6035 Transit Rd East Amherst, NY 14051 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Towns<\/p>\n The brainchild of two best friends, Cluck Cluck Moo Moo offers smash burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, and seasoned fries.
<\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>daNando The Italian Culetto<\/a><\/p>\n 4401 Transit Rd Buffalo, NY 14221 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Our product will be categorized as an Italian specialty sandwich, with deep-rooted traditions emphasizing family, food, and conversations dating back to …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Dinosaur Bar-B-Que<\/a><\/p>\n 4245 McKinley Pkwy Hamburg, New York 14075 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n South Towns<\/p>\n Fresh, homemade, and high-quality aren\u2019t just catchwords, they are our foundation. Our menus are rooted in the traditions of southern barbecue and influenced …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bar<\/p>\n <\/a>Equal Parts<\/a><\/p>\n 149 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14201 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Equal Parts is a cocktail bar in Allentown which offers refined craft cocktails with a neighborhood feel.
<\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Fairbanks<\/a><\/p>\n 460 Center St Lewiston, NY 14092 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Niagara County<\/p>\n Fairbanks is a neighborhood restaurant located in downtown Lewiston, NY. Inside the historically redeveloped Frontier House, our menu of regionally inspired …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bar<\/p>\n <\/a>Falls Brewery<\/a><\/p>\n 2408 Military Rd Niagara Falls, NY 14304 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Niagara County<\/p>\n We are Now Open for business, we are located at 2408 Military Road in Niagara Falls, NY within the Military Square Plaza, the Falls Brewery is replacing …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cafe \/ Coffee Shop<\/p>\n <\/a>Filled With Love Cafe & Market<\/a><\/p>\n 962 Maple Rd Williamsville, New York 14221 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Niagara County<\/p>\n Specialty grocery market and cafe focusing on European products, local businesses, and organic food. Involving our community by offering each customer …<\/a><\/p>\n Fitz Books & Waffles<\/a><\/p>\n 1462 Main St Buffalo, NY 14209 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n FITZ sells good books, new and used.\u00a0 We are drawn to books that reveal hidden histories and motivate us to be agents of change.\u00a0 We believe that a reading …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cafe \/ Coffee Shop<\/p>\n <\/a>Haraz Coffee House<\/a><\/p>\n 471 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n With 126 new locations signed across the U.S. and the Middle East, Haraz Coffee House is redefining the coffee experience worldwide. \ud83c\udf0d
<\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Heaven\u2019s Countertop<\/a><\/p>\n 1641 Hertel Ave Buffalo, New York 14216 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Buffalo<\/p>\n Soul food restaurant on Hertel Ave serving up favorites like fried fish, mac n cheese, and collard greens.
<\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>International House<\/a><\/p>\n 617 Main St Buffalo, NY 14203 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n The Buffalo nightlife virtuosos who invented the Pink Flamingo, then made Mother\u2019s the place to go after midnight for a decade have one last spot to …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bar<\/p>\n <\/a>Iron Cedar Brewery & Meadery<\/a><\/p>\n 4345 Genesee St Buffalo, NY 14225 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Cheektowaga and East<\/p>\n At Iron Cedar, we greet each guest with a story – a tale steeped in the tradition of mead-making, a craft as old as civilization itself. Here, we bridge …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>JuiCy Burger Bar<\/a><\/p>\n 1275 Delaware Ave Buffalo, NY 14209 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n This is Buffalo burger magic\u2014creative burgers piled high with carefully curated ingredients, all on a perfectly toasted bun that sets Juicy apart Step …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Lima\u2019s Harbor Grill<\/a><\/p>\n 1437 Ferry Rd Grandyle Village, NY 14072 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Towns<\/p>\n Lima’s Harbor Grill is a seasonal summer restaurant located right along the scenic Niagara River …<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Lloyd Taco Factory \u2013 Elmwood<\/a><\/p>\n 492 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n From the first taco truck to serve the great city of Buffalo, to now the third brick and mortar restaurant. Their mission is to bring legitimate street …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Lovejoy Kitchen<\/a><\/p>\n 1212 E Lovejoy St Buffalo, New York 14206 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Other<\/p>\n Welcome to Lovejoy Kitchen, where every meal tells a story of dedication, friendship, and community spirit!
<\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>McCormick\u2019s Pub<\/a><\/p>\n 131 Van Rensselaer St Buffalo, NY 14210 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n McCormick\u2019s Pub is a family owned and operated bar & restaurant with delicious daily food and drink specials!
<\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Millions Tin Japanese & Burmese Cuisine<\/a><\/p>\n 388 Amherst St Buffalo, NY 14207 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Buffalo<\/p>\n Millions Tin is one of the newest Burmese-owned restaurants and it\u2019s a great place to get your fix of Burmese food, along with other popular Asian dishes. …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Mira<\/a><\/p>\n 1081 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, New York 14222 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Located in the heart of the Elmwood Village, Mira is a neighborhood restaurant that embodies the spirit of the Mediterranean. Our food and drinks are a …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Oakk Haus<\/a><\/p>\n 414 Pearl St Buffalo, NY 14202 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Welcome to the newest gem in downtown Buffalo \u2013 a place where vibrant energy meets sophisticated relaxation. Our lounge is set to be your new favorite …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Olcott Lobster Co.<\/a><\/p>\n 5860 E Main St Olcott, NY 14126 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Niagara County<\/p>\n Bringing fresh Maine Lobster to Olcott NY. “The tight menu of mostly lobster rolls gets right to the point.”
<\/p>\n Fast Casual<\/p>\n <\/a>Papi Grande\u2019s Lancaster<\/a><\/p>\n 20 W Main St Lancaster, NY 14086 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Cheektowaga and East<\/p>\n This stunning, brand new building is home to close to 3,000 sq ft of Papi Grande’s, plus close to 2,500 sq ft street-level outdoor patio.
<\/p>\n Bar<\/p>\n <\/a>Perro & Poni<\/a><\/p>\n 225 Fuhrmann Boulevard Buffalo, NY 14203 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Perro & Poni, from the group behind South Buffalo’s popular Dog & Pony Saloon, features bold, Mexicali flavors and dishes served fresh at the lakeside …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>POPularity! Soda Popcorn Culture<\/a><\/p>\n 1124 Elmwood Ave Buffalo, NY 14222 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n POPularity! is Buffalo\u2019s exclusive destination for custom-crafted soda POPs and freshly mixed gourmet POPcorn, offering endless flavor combinations in …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cafe \/ Coffee Shop<\/p>\n <\/a>Red Otter Coffee<\/a><\/p>\n 3147 Delaware Ave Buffalo, New York 14217 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n North Buffalo<\/p>\n Red Otter Coffee is a new coffee shop located at 3147 Delaware Ave Kenmore NY. The shop offers a variety of products including espresso-based drinks, smoothies, …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Roseland\u2019s Atlas<\/a><\/p>\n 492 Rhode Island St Buffalo, NY 14213 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Comfortable dining located in the Five Points neighborhood featuring a seasonal and fresh menu.
<\/p>\n Full Service<\/p>\n <\/a>Saffron Kitchen<\/a><\/p>\n 1786 Main St Buffalo, NY 14208 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n Founded by two families who immigrated to Buffalo from Afghanistan via Iran and Turkey, Saffron Kitchen offers a crash course in the region\u2019s cuisine …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bar<\/p>\n <\/a>Sandbaggers Golf Bar<\/a><\/p>\n 15 Buffalo St Hamburg, New York 14075 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n South Towns<\/p>\n Sandbaggers features three simulator bays, including one designed for a private experience. Each bay features state-of-the-art Foresight technology, complete …<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cafe \/ Coffee Shop<\/p>\n <\/a>SEVENS<\/a><\/p>\n 225 Louisiana St Buffalo, NY 14204 \u2022 $$$$$<\/p>\n \n Buffalo<\/p>\n A cafe and bakery specializing in Vegan and Gluten-free items.
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