The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill – American
This spirited neighborhood haunt pulses with energy, drawing guests in with the irresistible aroma of crispy wings and warm, salt-dusted soft pretzels. The kitchen elevates classic comfort through bold, shareable plates like tangy stuffed banana pepper dip and succulent pork belly bites, all anchored by a signature steak burger that captures the heart of a truly satisfying pub experience. Whether crunching into golden frickles or sharing a towering plate of nachos, diners find a vibrant atmosphere where bold flavors and casual camaraderie take center stage.
Hertel Avenue https://theburningbuffalo.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
Dairy-Free at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side House Salad, Onion Rings and Hand Cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side House Salad and Well Drinks. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 15 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side House Salad, Onion Rings and Side Mac - N - Cheese. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich and Steak Burger. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Fiddlehead IPA. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side Mac - N - Cheese, Hand Cut Fries and Fiddlehead IPA. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 19 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hand Cut Fries, Veggie Burger and Stuffed Banana Pepper Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill in Buffalo has 30 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Onion Rings, Side Mac - N - Cheese and Hand Cut Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pork Belly Bites | 18.8 g | 42 g |
| The Burning Buffalo Club | 12.4 g | 28.2 g |
| Steak Burger | 4.4 g | 26.3 g |
| Select Domestic Beers | 8 g | 25.6 g |
| Steak Frites | 49.3 g | 24.1 g |
| Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich | 16.9 g | 23.6 g |
| Tacos (2) | 19.7 g | 20.8 g |
| Nachos | 76.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Parmesan Truffle Fries | 22.6 g | 19.3 g |
| Mac - N - Cheese | 50.5 g | 18 g |
| Boulevardier | 18.6 g | 17.4 g |
| Side Mac - N - Cheese | 14.6 g | 17.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners appreciate the reliable and consistent experience for a casual meal, noting that the offerings dependably meet expectations for a standard outing. Celebrated for its approachable and straightforward atmosphere, guests highlight the dependable
Menu
Starters
- Frickles - $12: Breaded and fried dill pickle chips, served with garlic mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Banana Pepper Dip - $16: Served with toasted pita and vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wings - $18: Mild, medium, hot, burning buffalo, BBQ, hot-BBQ, Carolina BBQ, Chiavettas Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Soft Pretzel - $14: Giant German style Brauhaus pretzel, house cheese sauce, spicy mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly Bites - $14: Crispy fried pork belly tossed in bourbon bbq sauce Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tacos (2) - $13: Spicy shredded chicken with Mexican cheese blend, pickled red onion, cilantro, corn tortilla Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nachos - $17: Fresh tortilla chips, cheddar, and jack cheeses, pico de Gallo, banana peppers, jalapenos, sour cream, guacamole Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine hearts, shaved parmesan, and croutons tossed with a traditional creamy caesar dressing Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Green Salad - $15: Mesclun greens, carrot, cucumber, roasted red pepper, crispy onion, poppy seed dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Build Your Own Burger
- Steak Burger - $18: A blend of aged tenderloin, ribeye, and short rib. Served with hand-cut fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Burger - $16: Served with hand-cut fries. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Pub Fare
- Steak Frites - $28: Grilled 10oz prime strip steak, hand-cut parmesan truffle fries, house steak sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Burning Buffalo Club - $19: Smoked turkey, bacon, stuffed banana pepper spread, lettuce, tomato, and cajun remoulade on grilled sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich - $19: Pickles, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, sriracha mayo, served on brioche Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- North Buffalo Cheesesteak - $21: Shaved ribeye, caramelized onion, roasted red peppers, melted swiss-american on a toasted cuban roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork Sandwich - $19: Pulled pork with brown sugar-bourbon bbq sauce, topped with bread & butter pickles and fresh red onion on brioche with hand-cut fries. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac - N - Cheese - $19: House five-cheese sauce tossed with penne and topped with baked voodoo chip crust Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fingers - $19: Mild, medium, hot, burning buffalo, BBQ, hot-BBQ, Carolina BBQ Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beer Battered Fish Fry - $19: Beer battered line-caught haddock, hand-cut fries, tartar sauce, and coleslaw (Friday & Saturday only) Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Side Caesar Salad - $7 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side House Salad - $7 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hand Cut Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Parmesan Truffle Fries - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Side Mac - N - Cheese - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Cheese Sauce - $2 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Allagash White - $7: Belgian Witbier - 5.2% - Refreshing balance of citrus, spice, wheat, coriander, and orange peel
- Big Ditch Peanut Butter Cookie Stout - $7: 6% - Silky smooth milk stout brewed with roasted barley, chocolate and caramel malts, then finished with milk sugar, peanut butter, and vanilla wafer cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Clarksburg Spruced Up Cider - $8: 6.25% - Semi-dry hard cider brewed with spruce tips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Ellicottville Ski Bum Winter Ale - $7: 6% - A crisp, hoppy winter ale Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Fiddlehead IPA - $8: 6.2% - Hop forward american IPA with mellow bitterness. Citrusy and dank Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Frost Beer Lush DIPA - $9: 8% - Juicy double IPA with rich aromatics and fruity character Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Guinness Draught - $7: 4.2% - Irish dry stout
- Jack's Abby Post Shift Pilsner - $7: 4.7% - Incredibly crisp, cracker and malt notes, mildly hoppy Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Keuka Brewing Pumpkin Cream Ale - $7: 6.3% - Cream ale brewed with pumpkin, spices, and lactose sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Miller Lite - $6: 4.2% - Clean and crisp American light lager
- Resurgence Sour Claus - $8: 5% - Crisp and tart sour ale with cranberry, strawberry, and cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA - $7: 6.8% - Fresh hopped IPA brewed especially for the holidays Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Stoneyard Chocolate After Midnight Porter - $7: 5.7% - Rich, decadent chocolate porter with a velvety texture Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Talea Fresh Coast IPA - $8: 6% - West coast IPA brewed and dry-hopped with mosaic and citra Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Wayland Winterland Lager - $7: 5% - Light bodied winter lager, malty with notes of chocolate and vanilla Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- White Hag Dagda Pale Ale - $8: 4.5% - Extra hoppy pale ale brewed with Motueka, Cashmere, Citra & Idaho 7 hops Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Beer Flight - $13: Your choice of four 5oz pours
- Blanton's Old Fashioned - $18: Blanton's Original Single Barrel Bourbon, simple syrup, angostura bitters, orange peel Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Apple Bourbon Sour - $12: Four Roses Bourbon, spiced syrup, apple cider, lemon juice, angostura bitters, cinnamon stick Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Cranberry Spritz - $12: Muddled cranberries and rosemary, Drumshanbo Gunpowder Orange Citrus Gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, soda water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- Jingles Cookie - $12: Vanilla vodka, Sambuca, spiced syrup, cream, sprinkles Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- PSL-Loma - $12: Mi Campo Reposado, spiced syrup, grapefruit & lemon juice, cinnamon salt rim, cinnamon stick Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
- Espresso Martini - $12: Lockhouse Coffee Liqueur, Wheatly Vodka, Punt e Mes, cold brew, simple syrup, and orange bitters
- Paloma Sour - $12: Mi Campo reposado, lime juice, simple syrup, grapefruit juice, egg white, and orange peel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, TLC, Juice-Cleanse
- Boulevardier - $12: Four Roses Bourbon, Campari, Antica vermouth, and orange peel
- Margarita - $11: Blanco tequila, agave nectar, fresh lime juice, salt, and lime wedge
- The Burning Buffalo Bloody Mary - $11: Smoky and spicy featuring Buffalo Trace's Wheatley Vodka
Happy Hour Specials
- Well Drinks - $4 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Select Domestic Beers - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The menu accommodates mixed dietary needs with vegan, gluten-free, and high-protein options like house salads, nachos, wings, and steak frites.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews for The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American grill offers a reliable, straightforward pub experience with a 3.0/5 rating and extensive dietary options.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This budget-friendly American grill is best suited for casual outings rather than special occasions, offering a spirited neighborhood atmosphere.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This budget-friendly American grill is suitable for families, offering a casual atmosphere with kid-friendly options like chicken fingers and mac-n-cheese.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This spirited neighborhood haunt is unique for its bold shareable plates like stuffed banana pepper dip, frickles, and signature steak burgers.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This spirited neighborhood haunt features a vibrant, energetic atmosphere and a straightforward, casual style noted for its reliable dining experience.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill specializes in American cuisine, featuring classic pub fare like wings, steak burgers, and nachos.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors can expect a casual, budget-friendly American pub experience featuring popular items like wings, frickles, and steak burgers.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Hand cut fries and nachos both accommodate multiple diets simultaneously, including gluten-free, vegetarian, nut-free, pescatarian, and sugar-free options.
- Is The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Side House Salad, Onion Rings and Hand Cut Fries.
- What can I eat at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill on a dairy-free diet?
- Side House Salad, Onion Rings and Hand Cut Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill have vegan options?
- Yes. 19 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Hand Cut Fries and Veggie Burger.
- Is The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Burning Buffalo Bar and Grill?
- Pork Belly Bites, at roughly 42g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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