Mean Cuisine: A Guide to the Best Restaurants in the Buffalo Region

Wow. That was the first word that came out of my mouth after taking a bite into a mouthwatering pulled pork sandwich, smothered in cheddar cheese and topped with coleslaw and fried onions compressed between 2 softly toasted rolls….  That was a mouthful (no pun intended).  I then proceeded to try the homemade jalapeno cheddar tater tots.  I was overwhelmed by a combination of flavors like nothing I had tasted before, and I was thoroughly impressed. All items listed under the "house favorites" section on the menu are served with this Blackthorn original favorite. The best way to describe these jalapeno cheddar tater tots would be warm, cheesy, jalapeno-flavored potato-centered balls fried in breadcrumbs. They are to die for! I’m sure after reading that description, you will not be surprised to hear that South Buffalo's Blackthorn Restaurant & Pub was featured on Food Network, on the well-known show Diners, Dive-ins and Dives (Stephanie Abrams, 2010) in season...

If you're looking for somewhere to grab a drink, bite or even a meal while amidst the thrill of Allentown, Colter Bay is just the place for you! Colter Bay holds the hot spot on the corner of Delaware Avenue and Allen Street. The welcoming location invites customers into an even more exciting and energizing atmosphere. You will find the restaurant/bar bustling on just about any day of the week. The restaurant brings the culture of the American West right to Buffalo. The restaurant is decorated with elements of a ski lodge from the West, with wooden tables and beams, as well as wild game antlers hanging on the walls. The restaurant is adorned with modern aspects of a beer-cultured theme with polished gold and copper details that compliment the rustic lodge look. The venue is American Western rustic-themed. (Photo: Brett Smith, Step Out Buffalo) Colter Bay has an immense selection of craft beers to choose from and they know how to use it. They serve foods that pair perfect...