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America's quintessential melting pot, home of the
 Pouring Drinks Since 1910 |
85 West Chippewa Street (at Franklin Street) Buffalo, NY 14202 United States +1 716 856 4645 barreldew@aol.com |
If you're looking for an authentic old-style saloon look and feel, this Chippewa Club Zone establishment is definitely up your alley. The food is pub grub with dishes such as chicken wings, beef-on-weck, and fried bologna. In existence since 1910 and currently run by the Lakeview Brewing Company (yes, they brew their own), the tavern attracts a crowd of college students and downtown regulars who are deep into sports. It's antique saloon-style all the way with a piano, barrel tables, and hunting plaques on the walls. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Making Scents of Exotic Flowers |
2655 S Park Avenue (Route 62) (at McKinley Parkway) Buffalo, NY 14218 United States +1 716 827 1584 http://www.buffalogardens.com/ membership@buffalogardens.com |
Located in an 1890s tri-domed Victorian glass conservatory on the grounds of South Park, created by NY Central Park designer Frederick Law Olmsted, these gardens feature exotic flowers and plants from around the world. The gardens are operated by The Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry and on the National Register of Historic Places. Highlights include an orchid and bromeliad house, herb collection, and waterfall. There are also seasonal shows such as Spring Flowers, All-American Annuals in summer, and December Poinsettias. Admission is free and donations are appreciated. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Western New York Veterans' Museum |
1 Naval Park Cove (at Pearl & Main Streets) Buffalo, NY 14202 United States +1 716 847 1773 http://www.buffalonavalpark.org info@buffalonavalpark.org |
This waterfront museum, located across from HSBC Arena, salutes all branches of the United States armed forces, with special emphasis on Western New York veterans. Visitors can tour a World War II submarine, destroyer, and guided missile cruiser. There are military artifacts such as tanks, aircraft and memorabilia, including a collection from the Polish Armed Forces. See website for complete visitation particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Americanesque Masterpiece |
65 Niagara Square (at Niagara Street) Buffalo, NY 14201 United States +1 716 851 4200 http://www.ci.buffalo.ny.us mayordept@ci.buffalo.ny.us |
A classic example of Art Deco architectural design, this building ranks as an early 20th-century Americanesque masterpiece and has been considered an enduring symbol of Buffalo's genius and spirit since it was designed in 1929 by John J. Wade. Located in the center of downtown and overlooking Buffalo's main public square, the 28-story building boasts Native American-influenced tile details, friezes showing aspects of city life, and a top-floor observation tower with views of Lake Erie and the city. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guardian of the harbor |
1 Fuhrmann Boulevard (U.S. Coast Guard Base) Buffalo, NY 14203 United States +1 716 947 9126 http://www.cr.nps.gov/maritime... |
Located near the Erie Basin Marina, this lighthouse once guided more than half a million immigrants to the city and remained active until the First World War. Built in 1833 and standing 68 feet tall, the structure remained dark until 1987 when it was re-lit for the first Friendship Festival. After restoration that started in 1985, the lighthouse is now a Buffalo Lighthouse Association museum. The lighthouse is open for group tours and by appointment, but the 1,400-foot South Pier Promenade and Lighthouse Point grounds nearby are open daily. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Buffalo Visitors Center |
617 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14203 United States +1 800 283 3256 http://www.visitbuffaloniagara... info@buffalocvb.org |
Located in the Buffalo Theater District in the historic Market Arcade building and close to attractions such as the Studio Arena Theatre and the Broadway Market, this center can provide you with all the information you need to see the city in a fun and memorable way. The center offers an array of services, including maps, brochures, event schedules and videos. Located within is the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame, with a display of memorabilia from local musicians. Guided tours of the downtown area are available as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Family Attraction |
300 Parkside Avenue (at Russell Street) Buffalo, NY 14214-1963 United States +1 716 837 3900 http://www.buffalozoo.org buffalozoo@buffalozoo.org |
One of the oldest in the U.S. and in existence since 1875, this zoo displays more than 1000 species of animals and 300 types of plants on its 23-acre Delaware Park site. Newer attractions include the lion and tiger habitats, and the gorilla rain forest exhibit. Favorites include the children's petting zoo, polar bears and the North American Bison. Food and seasonal carousel and train rides are available. See website for complete visitation particulars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Go south of the border |
153 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo, NY 14201 United States +1 716 884 3866 http://www.cozumelgrill.com/ cozumelgrill@yahoo.com |
A restaurant by day and a meeting place after dark, this Elmwood Avenue hot spot offers some of the best Mexican food in the city, combined with great microbrews, margaritas and music. It's the kind of atmosphere where everyone chills out and has a good time. Mexican cuisine is offered including Drunken Chicken, sautéed in tequila, bell peppers, onions, sausage and mushrooms, and Mexicali Shrimp, sautéed in white wine with roasted garlic and jalapeno chilies, over red rice. A south-of-the-border look gives this restaurant-bar warmth. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of Bison Baseball |
275 Washington Street (at Swan street) Buffalo, NY 14203 United States +1 716 846 2000 / +1 888 223 6000 http://www.bisons.com info@bisons.com |
This beautiful 22,000-seat facility has been the home of Buffalo Bisons baseball since 1987, and has hosted over one million fans each year. Group facilities are available, as well as Pettibone's Grille for dinner while you enjoy the game, or lunch year-round. Also available whether or not there's a game is the Bison's store, located on the Swan Street side, and featuring a variety of Bison souvenir items. Tickets are available online or at box office. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Post Office to College |
121 Ellicott Street Buffalo, NY 14203 United States +1 716 842 2770 http://www.ecc.edu/ |
This Buffalo landmark, designed by well-known architects Jeremiah O'Rourke, William M. Aiken, and James Knox Taylor and modeled after the Flemish Gothic tradition, opened in 1901 as Buffalo's Main Post Office. The four story main court, with skylights, flows into spectacular arched galleries which make up the bulk of the building's space. It became the city campus of Erie Community College in 1975 after extensive renovation. Nearby attractions include Dunn Tire Park and Buffalo Place. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eternal Home of Buffalo's Famous |
1411 Delaware Avenue (at W Delevan Avenue) Buffalo, NY 14209 United States +1 716 885 1600 http://www.forest-lawn.com flc@forest-lawn.com |
Known as Buffalo's city cemetery and in existence since 1849, this 267-acre property features the grave sites of some of the city's most important citizens. Buried here are former U.S. President Millard Fillmore, Indian Chief Red Jacket, from whom the land to create the city of Buffalo was purchased, and Pony Express pioneer William Fargo, to name a few. You can stop at the office inside the main entrance for a self-guiding map. Bird watching and Sunday hayride-style tours of the beautiful grounds are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Enticing Gathering Place |
Main & Chippewa Streets Buffalo, NY 14202 United States +1 716 631 8000 |
Located in Buffalo's rejuvenated downtown area with the Theater District to the north and the Main Place Mall to the south, this plaza makes an enticing and comfortable gathering place—especially during warm summer days when you can eat your lunch on one of the benches or simply watch the passing parade.The plaza features a reflecting pool, which turns into a skating rink come winter, and is surrounded by the imposing facade of the Key Center buildings, a twin-tower complex housing numerous businesses and professionals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sports & Plenty More |
One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza (At South Park Avenue) Buffalo, NY 14203-3096 United States +1 716 855 4100 / +1 716 855 4444 (Box Office) http://www.hsbcarena.com/ info@hsbcarena.com |
Also known as the Marine Midland Arena and located on the waterfront in downtown Buffalo, this is where Sabres hockey, Bandits lacrosse, Blizzard indoor soccer, and Destroyers arena football is played. The 20,000-seat state of the art entertainment complex is also the scene for major music concerts. Built in 1996, the arena includes an eight sided Jumbotron, restaurants including the Harbor Club 100, and the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Drag is in |
44 Allen Street (Between Franklin and Pearl) Buffalo, NY 14202 United States +1 716 881 2530 http://mickeys-saloon.tripod.com/ |
Located in the trendy Allentown area of this city, this bar attracts a predominantly gay clientele. Part of the draw is the extended daily Happy Hour from 1p-7p. As well, the bar features theme nights throughout the week, including a Drag Show night reputed to be among the very best in Buffalo, and live music on Thursdays.Nearby attractions include the Elmwood Strip and the Theater District. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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View from the Water |
79 Marine Drive (at Buffalo Dock) Buffalo, NY 14202-4225 United States +1 716 856 6696 / +1 800 244 8684 http://www.missbuffalo.com bfloboat@localnet.com |
You would expect a lake city to offer great cruises, and Miss Buffalo does jus that offering afternoon, evening and weekend cruises. The afternoons are the most sedate, while the weekends are party cruises with live bands, dancing and a bar. The cruise takes you under the Peace Bridge and through the historic Black Rock Lock and Channel, with great views of Buffalo. There are brunch, lunch and dinner cruises and there's even a Murder Mystery Dinner. See website for charter info and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Erie County government and landmark |
95 Franklin Street (Between Church and West Eagle Streets) Buffalo, NY 14202 United States +1 716 858 6000 / +1 716 660 1985 |
When this granite Victorian building opened in 1872, it served as Erie County Hall, and Buffalo's City Hall, until the opening in 1931 of the current City Hall. The lobby area houses large murals featuring early Buffalo and Great Lakes scenes. A large clock tower stands tall over the building's exterior. Although known as the "Old" Erie County Hall, it is still an active part of the county's infrastructure, housing courtrooms, vital records, and other services. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wide Range of Services |
401 East Amherst Street Buffalo, NY 14215 United States +1 716 614 1114 http://www.wecaretrans.com info@WeCareTrans.com |
Located in the Kensington area, this full scale transportation company offers a variety of services from top-of-the-line luxury motor coaches to Town Cars. But what makes this company different isn't its fleet, it's the care given to customers. All the staff are trained by a graduate of the Disney Institute(tm) and they're taught that customer satisfaction is always the top priority. The other element is the ability to adapt to a client's needs; just about any suggested tour will be accommodated. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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