The Place – American
The Place serves as a refined neighborhood sanctuary where the comforting aroma of bubbling French onion soup and zesty banana pepper dip invites guests to settle into a warm, convivial atmosphere. Vibrant, seasonal salads like the elegant poached pear and hearty Lexington offer a fresh counterpoint to indulgent classics, from golden, pan-seared crab cakes to decadent bowls of creamy mac and cheese. Every dish captures the essence of elevated comfort, creating a versatile dining experience that feels both sophisticated and deeply welcoming.
Lexington Avenue https://theplacebuffalo.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, 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, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Place
Dairy-Free at The Place
The Place in New York has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Short Rib and Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Place
The Place in New York has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day and Short Rib. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Place
The Place in New York has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Cocktail, Tuna Melt and Caesar Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Place
The Place in New York has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp Cocktail, Salmon and Flynnie Thinnie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Place
The Place in New York has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Castle Rock Pinot Noir and Lamberti Prosecco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Place
The Place in New York has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Castle Rock Pinot Noir and Lamberti Prosecco. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Place
The Place in New York has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Soup of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Place
The Place in New York has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pere & Fils Sauvignon Blanc, Soup of the Day and Saranac Root Beer. 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 Place
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Harvest Salad | 156.7 g | 57.2 g |
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Flynnie Thinnie | 46.2 g | 35.6 g |
| Tuna Melt | 79.8 g | 31 g |
| Burger | 4.4 g | 29.9 g |
| Beef on Weck | 39.6 g | 29.3 g |
| Chicken Salad Croissant | 52 g | 27.2 g |
| Poached Pear Salad | 10.7 g | 24.8 g |
| Salmon | 0 g | 24 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Short Rib | 80.9 g | 23.2 g |
| Mussels | 26.3 g | 22.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming feel and attentive service, guests frequently choose this spot for special occasions where the atmosphere is both warm and inviting. Standout dishes include the expertly prepared seafood, which diners rave about for its incredible flavor and high quality. Reviewers highlight the overall dining experience as one of their recent favorites, noting that the combination of delicious food and a friendly environment makes every visit memorable.
Menu
Soups & Salads
- French Onion Soup - $9.75: provolone, swiss, crouton Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $11: romaine, parmesan, croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poached Pear Salad - $15: poached pear, spinach, arugula, spiced pecans, dried cranberries, goat cheese Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lexington Salad - $10: fresh salad blend, fresh mozzarella, tomato, pickled red onion, white balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest Salad - $15: mixed field greens, roasted butternut squash, goat cheese, granola, pickled red onions, dried cranberries, radishes, maple Dijon vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day: Prepared fresh in house Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Appetizers
- Banana Pepper Dip - $15: garlic parmesan crostini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Chicken Wings - $17: hot, medium, mild, bbq Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Mac & Cheese - $16: Classic house preparation Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Crab Cakes - $19: pickled garden vegetables, sriracha aioli, bed of greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Mussels - $18: garlic, shallots, white wine, butter, bread loaf Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $10: crispy spiced red lentils & chickpeas, garden pickles, warmed pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly - $17: Thick cut and cherry bbq glazed, house pickle trio, honey dijonnaise Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Fries - $11: Grated Romano cheese, truffle oil, parsley Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $18: Jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce, lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Milanese - $25: pan fried breaded cutlet, lexington salad Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine and Clams - $24: chopped clams, white wine, garlic butter Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gnocchi - $24: white truffle, green peas, roasted mushrooms, garlic cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon - $36: Parmesan risotto, seasonal vegetable, lemon caper dill beurre blanc, micro greens Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Piccata - $34: Breaded chicken cutlet, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, piccata sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Banana Pepper Pasta - $24: Banana peppers, house made Italian sausage, garlic cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Short Rib - $35: chef's preparation with seasonal ingredients Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Risotto - $24: weekly creation with bold, seasonal flavors Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Burger - $20: lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche roll & choice of cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - $19: panko crusted, buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing, lettuce, tomato, red onion, brioche roll Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Roll - $32: maine lobster meat, chive, lemon, old bay, mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Sandwich - $24: sauteed onions & peppers, provolone, garlic aioli, ciabatta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $19: rye, corned beef, swiss, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef on Weck - $19: thinly sliced roast beef, kimmelweck roll, horseradish, au jus Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flynnie Thinnie - $15: ham, swiss, onion, new york style rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Apple Chicken Sandwich - $19: grilled chicken, Swiss cheese, leaf lettuce, apple-caramelized onion- bacon jam, ciabatta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $16: tomato, american cheese, grilled rye Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Salad Croissant - $15: red grapes, pecans, celery, mayo, brie cheese, toasted croissant Available at: brunch, lunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Mousse - $5: house whipped cream, fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vanilla Creme Brulee: fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding: vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Beverages
- Pere & Fils Sauvignon Blanc - $9.5: White Wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Castle Rock Pinot Noir - $9.5: Red Wine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Lamberti Prosecco - $11: Sparkling Wine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Saranac Root Beer: Bottled Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about The Place
- Is The Place dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Place has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Soup of the Day, Short Rib and Hummus.
- What can I eat at The Place on a dairy-free diet?
- Soup of the Day, Short Rib and Hummus carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Place have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pere & Fils Sauvignon Blanc and Soup of the Day.
- Is The Place 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 Place?
- Harvest Salad, at roughly 57.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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