Food & Drink
Local Eats, Lakeside Seats
Whether you're grabbing a quick bite before a concert or sitting down for a full waterfront dinner, Canalside and the Outer Harbor have you covered.
Canalside Restaurants
Resurgence at Canalside
One of Buffalo's most celebrated craft breweries, now at Canalside. Stop by for a cold pint, a quick bite, and a front-row seat to the waterfront.
Liberty Hound
Located in the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park, Liberty Hound features a waterfront patio right next to the USS The Sullivans and USS Little Rock. Open daily May through September.
Southern Tier
Craft beer and great food right at Canalside. Southern Tier's Buffalo taproom pours 30+ taps, including exclusive Buffalo-only brews, alongside a full lunch and dinner menu and the largest TV screen in the city.
Tim Hortons
A one-of-a-kind Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop is accessible from Harborcenter's street level at Main and Scott, across from the site of the former Aud. This unique restaurant pays tribute to the life and career of Tim Horton, as well as downtown Buffalo's history.
Panorama on Seven
Inside the Buffalo Marriott Harborcenter lobby, Panorama on Seven offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with views of Lake Erie and downtown Buffalo.
Pod City Beer Labs
A new brewpub at Canalside with 30 beers on tap, a host of which are brewed in-house. Food offerings supplied from the popular local Pizza Plant restaurant, well known for their famous pizza “Pods.”
Templeton Landing
A world-class facility with breathtaking views, this full-service waterfront restaurant features a fun and friendly atmosphere that is accentuated by a cozy patio fireplace, signature regional favorites, and classic recipes from Western New York.
Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino
Savor the flavors inside the Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino collection of restaurants, just steps from the waterfront.
Outer Harbor Restaurants
Perro & Poni
From the group behind South Buffalo’s popular Dog & Pony Saloon, this lakeside counter-service eatery features bold, fresh Mexicali flavors and dishes. Perro & Poni also has a full bar offering, including creative cocktails, frozen drinks, and a rotating selection of local brews.
Charlie’s Boat Yard
Open during boating season only. Whether you arrive by boat, by car, or on foot, grab lunch or dinner and enjoy some lakeside views.
Buffalo RiverWorks
Buffalo RiverWorks is the city’s premier waterfront, boating, sports bar, music, and entertainment destination located along the banks of the Buffalo River.