Skip to main content

Places to see

Page 1

VNB-AKG-MAP.M.indd 1

8/1/23 2:41 PM


13

PLACES TO SEE

27

AMHERS T

STREET

28

4 Known for one of the world’s most significant collections of modern and contemporary art, Buffalo AKG Art Museum sits at the heart of a remarkable neighborhood where art and everyday life are beautifully intertwined. 2

FF

3

AL

BUFFALO ARTS STUDIO 2495 Main Street

O

AK

G A

Since 1991, Buffalo Arts Studio has provided affordable studio space for visual artists and remarkable exhibitions for the community. 3

RICHA

THE BUFFALO HISTORY MUSEUM 1 Museum Court The memories of a city live on in a beautiful neoclassical building — the only remaining structure from the 1901 Pan-American Exposition.

4

THE BUFFALO Z00 300 Parkside Avenue

RT

MUS

DELA

11

12

14

18

7

5

17

31 32

25

DELAWARE PARK ROSE GARDEN 199 Lincoln Parkway

36

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S MARTIN HOUSE 125 Jewett Parkway Described by Wright as his “domestic symphony,” The Darwin D. Martin House Estate is considered to be one of the most important projects from the architect’s Prairie School era.

10

22

PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK 12

15

COLE’S 1104 Elmwood Avenue

21

22

CORNELIA 1285 Elmwood Avenue (at the AKG)

CUCINA 444 Forest Avenue (on the Richardson Olmsted Campus) Cucina (“Kitchen” in Italian) serves a sophisticated blend of traditional and contemporary dishes inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Northern Italy.

VNB-AKG-MAP.M.indd 2

THE DAPPER GOOSE 491 Amherst Street

FORTY THIEVES KITCHEN AND BAR 727 Elmwood Avenue

29

33

ALL TH

E DETA

ILS

23

30

24

25

JACK RABBIT 1010 Elmwood Avenue A full-service restaurant and music venue with a scratch kitchen and full bar, Jack Rabbit is a relative newcomer to the neighborhood, but has already developed a devoted following.

26

NICK’S PLACE 504 Amherst Street This iconic Buffalo diner features Greek specialties and is a go-to breakfast spot for those in the know.

THE TERRACE AT DELAWARE PARK 199 Lincoln Parkway

TIPICO COFFEE 1084 Elmwood Avenue Fresh-roasted coffee and specialty foods are served in a bright, open space just down the street from the AKG. A great place to stop during a day exploring the neighborhood.

32

ZIO’S DELI & HEROES 1055 Elmwood Avenue A bit of NYC in the heart of the Elmwood Village, Zio’s Deli serves inventive original sandwiches and fresh takes on old favorites.

PLACES TO STAY 33

INNBUFFALO 619 Lafayette Avenue The 1898 Hewitt Mansion on Lafayette Avenue is now a unique hotel, featuring Victorian charm, contemporary conveniences, and a great location for exploring the city.

LLOYAL’S FAMOUS LASAGNA WITH A TOUCH OF SOUL 1122 Elmwood Avenue For years, Shawntorrian Travis’ friends and family would taste his lasagna and tell him he should open a restaurant. So he did, further bolstering Buffalo’s status as the Comfort Food Capital of North America.

27

31

INDIA GATE 1116 Elmwood Avenue A long-time Buffalo favorite, India Gate serves authentic Northern Indian cuisine a short walk from the AKG.

THE SCULPTURE BAR 1285 Elmwood Avenue (at the AKG)

Featuring contemporary global cuisine with an emphasis on shared plates, The Terrace is located on the upper level of the historic Marcy Casino, and boasts one of the most pleasant views in the city.

HUTCH’S 1375 Delaware Avenue One of Buffalo’s favorite fine-dining mainstays, Hutch’s has been redefining city dining for over a quarter century. An American take on the traditional French Bistro, Hutch’s is both lively and intimate.

OLIVER’S 2095 Delaware Avenue

Located in the new Gundlach Building at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, The Sculpture Bar features grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, and drinks to patrons of the museum’s ticketed area.

THE GLOBE MARKET 762 Elmwood Avenue Fresh food, friendly people, and some of the most beloved sandwiches in a city that really loves sandwiches make Globe Market a perennial favorite on the Elmwood Strip.

Sun-soaked and full of art, Cornelia is one of Buffalo’s most photogenic dining spots. A range of inventive dishes featuring local ingredients are served, along with stylishly packed alfresco dinners for patrons of Shakespeare in the Park. 18

T LAW N

23

For almost 90 years, Oliver’s has been synonymous with fine dining in Buffalo. Modern American fare and a vast wine list are served impeccably in a sophisticated, comfortable environment.

An elegant pub featuring craft beers, a wide variety of whiskey (and whisky), and elevated pub fare.

A timeless local institution, Cole’s serves an astonishing variety of beer and some of the best Buffalo food in town — including a combo that lets you sample both Beef on Weck and wings. 17

28

A popular local spot that features New American cuisine, unforgettable cocktails, and a beautiful urban patio. Their ever-changing collection of delicious small plates highlight local produce and ingredients.

CAFFE AROMA 957 Elmwood Avenue Buffalo’s longest-running locally owned coffee shop serves great coffee and espresso, as well as a full bar and light dining. Its location at the corner of Elmwood Ave and Bidwell Parkway means it’s one of those places where everyone ends up.

16

20

CAFÉ CALVERT (on the Richardson Olmsted Campus) 444 Forest Avenue Featuring the best local coffees and pastries, Café Calvert is a great place to take a break and enjoy the remarkable architecture of Henry Hobson Richardson.

DANIELA 387 Forest Avenue A broad and inventive menu offers contemporary takes on classics, with a focus on Italian food. Try the Pinsa — a traditional form of hand-pressed pizza prepared in a pan.

CAFÉ BAR MORIARTY 1650 Elmwood Avenue Part of Moriarty Meats (a French–style whole animal butchery), this smart café features light fare, coffee, beer, and wine — and a wonderful selection of Spanish tinned fish.

14

19

BAR VAUX 444 Forest Avenue (on the Richardson Olmsted Campus) Creative and classic cocktails are served alongside small plates and other creations — all on tables made of reclaimed and repurposed materials from the Richardson Olmsted Campus.

13

FORES

21

THE LIPSEY ARCHITECTURE CENTER BUFFALO 444 Forest Avenue Located in the Richardson Olmsted Campus, the LACB is intended to serve as a gathering place to explore architecture and city planning as inspired by Buffalo’s outstanding architectural heritage.

A

S

ET

8

THE JAPANESE GARDEN 1 Museum Court The Japanese Garden in Delaware Park was established through a special sister-city initiative between Kanazawa, Japan and Buffalo, and its beauty makes it a perfect spot for quiet reflection.

11

15

M

IN

E TR

E

E

P

W

D AVENU

DW BI

LL

K AR

35

AY

ELMWOO

FOREST LAWN CEMETERY 1990 Main Street

2

37

AV E N U E

DELAWARE PARK 84 Parkside Avenue

One of the first professionally designed and landscaped cemeteries in the United States, Forest Lawn’s 269 acres feature unmatched natural beauty, sculptural masterpieces (including the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Blue Sky Mausoleum), and expansive archives and genealogical resources. 9

KE

26

The Rose Garden and its pergola, built in 1917, remain a focal point of Delaware Park and feature 33 beds of All-America Rose Selections. 8

JEWETT PAR KW AY

24

The largest of the parks in the revolutionary park and parkway system designed by legendary landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, who considered Buffalo “the best planned city… in the United States, if not the world.” 7

9

PARK

AV E N U E

16 6

30

LA

WARE

38

19

Dedicated to the art and vision of Charles E. Burchfield and other regional artists whose work celebrates Buffalo’s diverse creative community.

1

YT

6

34

FO R EST

BURCHFIELD PENNEY ART CENTER 1300 Elmwood Avenue

HO

29

EUM

RDSON OLMST ED CAMP US

The nation’s third zoo is home to over a thousand exotic animals and plays an essential role in a variety of local, and global conservation efforts. 5

10

PA R K S I

BU

BUFFALO AKG ART MUSEUM 1285 Elmwood Avenue

D E L AWA R E

1

D E AV E

NUE

20

34

THE RICHARDSON HOTEL 444 Forest Avenue (on the Richardson Olmsted Campus) A national historic landmark, the magnificent Richardson Hotel sits on the 40 acres of the Richardson Olmsted Campus, a short walk from the AKG. In addition to elegant lodging, it features fine dining and living history in an unforgettable setting.

PLACES TO HAVE FUN 35

36

ELMWOOD VILLAGE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES@BIDWELL PARK 78 Bidwell Parkway

The renowned collections of David Anderson and Martha Jackson are at the foundation of this growing gallery, donated to University at Buffalo in 2000.

Featuring everything from skiffle to dub to the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, this Tuesday night free concert series is a great way to spend a beautiful Buffalo Summer evening.

UB CFA GALLERY 103 Center for the Arts

ELMWOOD/BIDWELL FARMERS MARKET Elmwood Avenue and Bidwell Parkway Local farmers and craftspeople gather every Saturday morning to sell the things they’ve grown and made to an ever-growing crowd of happy Buffalonians.

37

HOYT LAKE BOAT RENTALS 199 Lincoln Parkway, Hoyt Lake, Delaware Park Traditional handmade rowboats and distinctive “Floatmingo” boats make Hoyt Lake a delightful spot for a summer paddle.

38

UB ANDERSON GALLERY 1 Martha Jackson Place

SHAKESPEARE IN DELAWARE PARK 199 Lincoln Parkway This annual outdoor theatrical experience is free for everyone, bringing the works of The Bard to life in a beautiful park, steps from the AKG.

MORE NEIGHBORHOODS, MORE ART HALLWALLS CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER 341 Delaware Avenue Since 1974, Hallwalls has championed the work of contemporary artists of diverse backgrounds, including people working in film, video, literature, music, performance, media and the visual arts.

CEPA GALLERY 617 Main Street Located in Buffalo’s historic Market Arcade Complex, CEPA Gallery is a contemporary photography and visual arts center with impact in both local and national communities.

A thriving hub for the arts, this gallery on UB’s North Campus is a place where art is both made and experienced.

CASTELLANI ART MUSEUM 7 Varsity Drive, Niagara University, NY At the center of the Niagara University campus, the CAM’s permanent collection includes over 5,000 pieces of modern and contemporary art.

K ART 808 Main Street K Art Gallery is one of the only Native American-owned commercial art galleries with a primary and robust focus on the works of established and emerging Native American, First Nations and Indigenous contemporary artists.

RIVALRY PROJECTS 106 College Street A commercial art gallery and arts production space located in Buffalo’s historic Allentown neighborhood, Rivalry exhibits emerging, mid-career and underrepresented artists working in all media.

RAFT OF SANITY 1255 Niagara Street The Raft creates connections between artists, collectors, critics, and the community in a welcoming environment which supports artistic excellence, creativity, and innovation.

EL MUSEO FRANCISCO OLLER Y DIEGO RIVERA 91 Allen Street El Museo provides programming intended to strengthen our communities with the presentation and support of diverse artists and cultures.

BIG ORBIT GALLERY 617 Main Street Through eclectic programming that ranges from painting to live sound sculpture, Big Orbit extends the legacy of artistic innovation historically associated with Buffalo, providing a basis for the creation of new boundary-pushing work.

8/1/23 2:41 PM


Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook