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CULINARY EXPLORATION IN NEW YORK
BUFFALO
BUFFALO = HOME OF BAR FOOD
Birthplace of the legendary Buffalo wing, the bar food rock-star. On the surface it may seem that this is all Buffalo has to offer, but you would be wrong. Dig deeper, and below the hot sauce stained fingers you'll find surprisingly good food. The city boast great polish fare, fish frys, and beef on weck; a specialty sandwich concocted from the dreams of a Inn keeper and a German baker trying to feed a hungry crowd.
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The Pig
PIG'S PICKS
Where locals eat wings, weck, and bar food in Buffalo.
BAR BILL TAVERN
PIG SCORE: 4.0 / 4.0
WHAT: THE WORLD'S BEST WINGS
WHEN: You want to hang in a casual setting for dinner or a beer.
PRICE: $ - $$
PAYMENT: Cash only
MAP IT:
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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The wings
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Beef on Weck
WHY: BEST wings ever! I went to Buffalo excited to try wings in city of their birth, and Bar Bill did not disappoint. Everything I could have hoped for and more. Sure, make the pilgrimage, and try wings in the original bar, but then make your way to Bar Bill to get the best wings ever.
CHARLIE THE BUTCHER
PIG SCORE: 4.0 / 4.0
WHAT: AMAZING BEEF ON WECK
WHEN: you're by the airport and want the gold standard Beef on Weck.
PRICE: $ - $$
PAYMENT: Credit/Cash
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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Beef on Weck
WHY: Buffalo is famous for wings and Beef on Weck. Your first question should be, what the heck is weck? Only the best kept secret in America, and Charlie the Butcher is the king of it. This sandwich is salty, juicy and slightly sweet. Blend in with the locals and top it with freshly ground horseradish, but be careful, this stuff is screaming hot.
ALLEN BURGER VENTURE
PIG SCORE: 3.8 / 4.0
WHAT: BEST BURGERS IN BUFFALO
WHEN: You're looking for a great place to grab a beer and burger.
PRICE: $$
PAYMENT: Credit/Cash
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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Eight
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Nine
WHY: Unique high quality burgers.
THIN MAN BREWERY
PIG SCORE: 3.7 / 4.0
WHAT: MICRO-BREWERY
WHEN: You want the best microbrewery in town.
PRICE: $ - $$
PAYMENT: Credit/Cash
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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The Saisaon
WHY: They brew exciting and adventurous beer. Why is it called the thin man? Buffalo is also the birthplace of the crash test dummies, and the original name for them was "Thin man".
PAULA'S DONUTS
PIG SCORE: 3.6 / 4.0
WHAT: OLD WORLD DONUTS
WHEN: You're looking for a dozen for work or friends.
PRICE: $ - $$
PAYMENT: Credit/Cash
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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Red velvet
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The "Texas donut"
WHY: Great doughnuts come in many shapes and sizes; the Texas doughnut is proof of that. Paula's is a great place to grab a pastry & cup of coffee and all of Buffalo seems to know it.
NINE - ELEVEN
PIG SCORE: 3.3 / 4.0
WHAT: DIVE BAR WINGS
WHEN: You're looking for a dive to hang and watch the game with wings.
PRICE: $$
PAYMENT: Credit/Cash
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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Buffalo wings
WHY: This is a hole in the wall with great wings. Is there a better combination to watch a Bill's game? I know you may ask why the name, but it precedes the tragedy, it is the address of two buildings combined into one.
RU'S PIEROGI
PIG SCORE: 3.2 / 4.0
WHAT: HANDMADE PIEROGIS
WHEN: You want your favorite foods fit into a deep fried pocket. Oh and a beer.
PRICE: $ - $$
PAYMENT: Credit/Cash
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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Apple Pierogi
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Cookies & Cream Pierogi
WHY: Most of their Pierogis are savory, but what makes RU's so incredible was the dessert varieties. Get a sweet Perogi, it is worth a special trip any day of the week. These guys need to find a way to make these all over the country.
WEST SIDE BAZAAR
PIG SCORE: 3.2 / 4.0
WHAT: AUTHENTIC ETHNIC FOOD COURT
WHEN: You want to explore authentic ethnic cuisines in one very casual setting.
PRICE: $ - $$
PAYMENT: Credit/Cash
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WHAT TO ORDER:
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Dumplings
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Pho
WHY: Want to explore Asian, African and Middle eastern food all at once? This is your place. West side Bazaar is an old shopping center that's been converted into small rent-able kitchen spaces for immigrant restaurateurs. It is a great way to inexpensively explore new foods and have a night out.
