The Foundry Lounge is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

1. The Foundry Lounge

8.7
1738 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Military · No tips or reviews
Hutch's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

2. Hutch's

8.7
1375 Delaware Ave (at Delavan Ave), Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Delaware - West Ferry · 32 tips and reviews

Zeigler Honda A.Zeigler Honda Amherst: A must when visiting the Buffalo area

Matt H.Matt Hames: This is one of the best places to eat in buffalo. If you're coming here, make a reservation.

Clark D.Clark Dever: Maple Glazed Bacon.

Blackthorn Restaurant & Pub is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

3. Blackthorn Restaurant & Pub

8.7
2134 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · South Buffalo · 25 tips and reviews

Leanne E.Leanne E.: The cheddar beer soup is a must. The steak sandwich was also super tasty. Friendly staff and a good night out!

Food NetworkFood Network: Guy Fieri checked out this local watering hole that makes the hometown favorite sandwich called "beef and weck." Read more.

Buffalo E.Buffalo Eats: Beer Battered Fish Fry is huge with a great thick delicious crust, a must if you are there on a Friday.

Founding Fathers is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

4. Founding Fathers

8.6
75 Edward St (btwn Delaware & Franklin), Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Allen · 35 tips and reviews

Ryan W.Ryan Wieczkowski: Probably the best no-frills burger I have had in my entire life. No need to get all fancy, just get a burger and a pint and enjoy.

ᴡ R.ᴡ Rice: Grab a seat at the bar. If the owner is bartending, be prepared for some US history trivia questions!

Steamroller W.Steamroller Willy: The server looks like Helena Bonham Carter after 20 years of three packs a day and a few heroin binges.

Joe's Deli is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

5. Joe's Deli

8.5
1322 Hertel Ave (at Colvin Blvd), Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · North Park · 38 tips and reviews

Cliff P.Cliff Parks: Everything is of high quality but I always go off the Weekly Specials list. That's where Joe's really takes it to another level. The Friday fish fry is the best kept secret in Buffalo.

Lauren R.Lauren R.: Sweet baby james. Every time.

Michael R.Michael Rebmann: The Body rocks!

Oliver's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

6. Oliver's

8.4
2095 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Park Meadow · 20 tips and reviews

MC B.MC B: Great place for a nice meal. Put on your jackets gents and come on down. Really nice bar for a drink before. Outstanding varied menu. Sure to please all.

Adam Robert B.Adam Robert Bartha: U.S.D.A. Prime Filet Mignon • yukon gold mashed potatoes, broccoli & foie gras butter

Brandi S.Brandi S.: Lemon drop martini....Yum!

Campus House is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

7. Campus House

7.9
Buffalo State College, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Buffalo State · 4 tips and reviews

Dale B.Dale Bessinger: Absolutely one of the best places to eat & drink... So glad to be a member! :-) :-) :-)

Dale B.Dale Bessinger: Krista just made a new signature drink called "Krista's Cocktail & Dreams"...

Dale B.Dale Bessinger: Best place to have a cocktail or glass of wine; especially if Krista is working!!!!7

Wayside Family Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

8. Wayside Family Restaurant

7.8
2301 South Park Ave, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · South Park · 22 tips and reviews

Lisa G.Lisa Gatti: Make sure you are hungry! Portions are large. That's what I love about family owned diners!

Lisa G.Lisa Gatti: Food is always great! Homemade and healthy portions! Try their specials, you won't be disappointed.

Edwina K.Edwina Kwiatkowski: Burger basket is awesome

The Terrace is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

9. The Terrace

7.6
199 Lincoln Pkwy, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Albright · 4 tips and reviews

KaitlinKaitlin: Outstanding service and a lovely view. Food portions were huge! Get the ahi tuna nachos — those were my fave.

patricia f.patricia frey: Snooty and overpriced

Roger C.Roger Chen: Nice to sit by pond.....

Curry's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

10. Curry's Restaurant

7.6
864 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · North Park · 11 tips and reviews

Jason N.Jason Nowak: Really great food. Go for lunch, dinner or just drinks at the bar. Always a good time!

Abby H.Abby Hopkins: Also, I hear the bartender Lauren is hot!!

Floyd B.Floyd Bimber: Worse service I ever had ...

Parkside Meadow is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

11. Parkside Meadow

7.7
2 Russell St (at Parkside Ave), Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Parkside · 3 tips and reviews

Diane W.Diane Wonch: The new owners (2015) have worked miracles in an entire remodel. The bar is uniquely Buffalo with great lunches. Give it a try. Parking may be a challenge.

Kevin C.Kevin Curtin: A true neighborhood pub. I love the food the people and the owners are always there to greet you and make sure your are happy.

Hard R.Hard Rocker: A bit pricey. But staff is friendly.

Mother's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

12. Mother's Restaurant

7.6
33 Virginia Pl (btwn Allen & Edward), Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Allen · 42 tips and reviews

Jenn M.Jenn Marcil: My best dining experience in Buffalo! Nice comfortable atmosphere, charming table setting, attentive server, AMAZING food. What more could one want?!

Dru B.Dru Bonic: Garlic potatoes make a brotha crazzzzy

Lauren A.Lauren Albrecht: No idea how long this place has been open but the food has been good for at least the past 10 yes in my book :) Read more.

Charlie's Boat Yard is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

13. Charlie's Boat Yard

7.0
1111 Furhman Blvd, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Buffalo River · 3 tips and reviews

Sam H.Sam Higgins: Excellent place for lunch or dinner. Beautiful view of the outer harbor and excellent waitstaff. Delicious Lunch and fast service.

patricia f.patricia frey: Best fish tacos in WNY!

Erik R.Erik Rowe: Great menu. Food is of the highest quality. Wish there were more beers on tap, but oh well

The Oakk Room is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

14. The Oakk Room

7.6
1435 Main St (at Glenwood Ave), Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · Masten · 6 tips and reviews

MalindaMalinda: Absolutely blown away by the amazing customer service, delicious meal selection and fabulous drinks.

Abby H.Abby Hopkins: Cheap. Terrible for you. And amazing! Cornbread is a soulful wet dream. have a friend pick 1-50 to decide your martini

Darryl H.Darryl Hopkins: Great food and service Diane the bartender she's the bomb

The Burning Buffalo Pub & Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Buffalo.

15. The Burning Buffalo Pub & Grill

7.0
1504 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY
American Restaurant · North Park · 2 tips and reviews

Jon S.Jon Spitz: The fish fry and Mac cheese are fantastic.

Chris B.Chris Barning: Loved the Steak Burger