Where to eat / Restaurant reviews in brief
Following are some restaurants visited by News restaurant reviewers. New restaurant reviews generally appear the first Sunday of every month in Niagara Weekend.
Del Fuego Steak House ★★★½ 2990 Lockport-Olcott Road, Newfane (778-8080) A “flight of soups,” great entrees and tantalizing desserts are matched by an artistic decor in this Spanish-American fusion restaurant.
Yia-Yia’s Diner ★★★½ 6124 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls. Offers “The best breakfast value in the city,” according to our Niagara restaurant reviewer. It’s also open for lunch Sunday to Tuesday, and for lunch and dinner the rest of the week. Think comfort food that tastes good, at a reasonable price.
Carson’s Country Deli and Bakery llll 5668 Old Saunders Settlement Road, Town of Lockport (433-2248) If you’re looking for top-notch beef-on-weck and homemade meatloaf, you can get both at Carson’s. Our restaurant reviewer declares the beef on weck here is the best he’s had in the area.
Murphy’s Cafe on Third ★★★½ 250 Rainbow Blvd., at Third Street, Niagara Falls (205-8341) One of the newest restaurants in the Falls is worth seeking out inside the Jefferson Apartments. Gourmet coffee, solid breakfast fare and great lunchtime wraps and sandwiches should soon make this a city staple.
The Meeting Place Restaurant and Lounge ★★½ 2469 Niagara Road, Bergholz (731-3662). Some of the meals can be hit or miss, although our restaurant contingent loved the fish dishes. Something all agree on, however, is that the restaurant’s specialty dessert, “Pizzookie” is worth a visit all on its own.
Sandi’s Family Restaurant ★★★ 2065 River Road, at Williams Road, Wheatfield (283-5257). Wheatfield residents may never see a Land of Oz theme park in their midst but this town staple can be counted on to provide good quality, affordable food. Try the apple pie a la mode French toast and understand— there’s no place like (near) home.
The Nook ★★★ Young Street and Lake Avenue, Wilson (751-6388). A nice side stop for breakfast or lunch, this place offers sound fare on a menu that tops out at $8. Try the Eggs Benedict.
Brickyard Pub and BBQ ★★★★ 432 Center St., Lewiston (754-7227). The restaurant has become the staple of the blues and barbecue set, with ribs, chicken and brisket to die for. This place smokes.
Pyung Taik House ★★★z 420 Niagara St., Niagara Falls (285-8529). This Korean Restaurant has a limited menu that is a delight to the tastebuds, even when we’re talking about dishes like barbecued eel.
Lighthouse Grill-n-Spirits ★★★ 5885 E. Main St., Olcott (778-5580). Nestled in a waterfront hamlet near a lighthouse, of course, this spot offers a simple, satisfying menu anytime of year.
Country Roadhouse ★★★½ 2989 Ridge Road, Ransomville (791-4316). This affordable restaurant is worth hunting for and includes such hearty fare as Hungry Man Platters and the Roadhouse Omelet. Closed Mondays.
Serafim’s Greek American Cuisine ★★½ 2298 River Road, Wheatfield (743-5477) This is a small, plain place with a similar attitude. They’re not trying to be world-beaters. They just do a lot with what they’ve got.
Tuscana Ristorante ★★★z 515 S. Transit Road, Lockport (434-6151). The chef doesn’t skimp on garlic in this Italian-style eating spot, located poolside in the Lockport Holiday Inn. Create-your-own pasta was our reviewer’s recommended menu choice.
La Cascata ★★★½ 310 Fourth St., Niagara Falls (877) 873-6322. The service and understated decor in this Italian restaurant in the Seneca Niagara Casino&Hotel will make you feel at home. The food will make you feel like you’re in a fine restaurant. You’ll be glad you ordered dessert.
Koi ★★★½ 310 Fourth St., Niagara Falls (877) 873-6322. This Pan-Asian restaurant in the Seneca Niagara Casino&Hotel, which means “brocaded carp” in Japanese, presents an ambitious menu, including Malaysian satays, Japanese sushi and sashimi, Hong Kong-style dim sum and traditional Szechuan and Hunan-style Chinese dishes. A couple can easily enjoy a luxurious dinner with appetizers and dessert for less than $80—if they don’t go wild on the sake.
Granny’s Cafe ★★★ 276 Oliver St., North Tonawanda (692-0165). You won’t lose any weight eating in this diner, but boy does Granny know how to cook breakfast and lunch favorites.
Willowbrook Golf Course Clubhouse ★★★ 4200 Lake Ave., Lockport (434-0111). The clubhouse, open to the public, is above par when it comes to the standard pub fare at affordable prices.
Chu’s Dining Lounge ★★★ 1019 Main St., Niagara Falls (285-7278). The Chu family swam against the tide by moving this place from the Ontario side of the Falls to the good ol’ USA. Great Chinese food is worth the trip.
Log into MyBuffalo to post a comment
MyBuffalo is the new social network from Buffalo.com. Your MyBuffalo account lets you comment on and rate stories at buffalonews.com. You can also head over to mybuffalo.com to share your blog posts, stories, photos, and videos with the community. Join now or learn more.
Reader comments