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Main dining room at Bacchus - Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant, Buffalo, NY

Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant

4.7
4.7
2491 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Bacchus wine bar and restaurant is located in the historic Calumet building in the heart of Buffalo's entertainment district. A seasonal menu highlights the best available ingredients from local and regional farms. Together with our Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this elegant yet casual restaurant has continually been ranked as one of Buffalo's best.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (716) 854-9463

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Brian Mietus

  • Catering

    Visit our website at bacchuswine.bar, and click the Special Events or Contact tab and send us a message. You can also reach our catering manager, Catherine, by email at events@bacchuswine.bar.

  • Private party facilities

    Visit our website at bacchuswine.bar, and click the Special Events or Contact tab and send us a message. You can also reach our events manager, Catherine, by email at events@bacchuswine.bar.

  • Private party contact

    Steve Aureli: (716) 854-9463

  • Neighborhood

    Buffalo

  • Cross street

    Franklin

  • Parking details

    We offer complimentary valet parking 5 nights a week. Additional parking is available either on the street or in the Augsberger parking ramp behind the restaurant on Franklin St.

  • Entertainment

    Our Summer Film Series provides a truly incredible evening......classic films, great food & service, under the stars in the privacy of our newly renovated courtyard.....reservations recommended.....every Wednesday and Thursday, June through September

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,491 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Western New York

    Great for fine wines

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  1. DennisB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly staff. Service excellent! Wine list extensive.
  2. ChristineB

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love going here. It is always a great choice. The food is great. The atmosphere is appropriate for many different occasions— date nights, groups of friends, business meetings and a night out. It’s on our regular rotation. ❤️
  3. MP21

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and ambience was outstanding. We came for a birthday dinner and it was memorable!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Bacchus is one of my favorite spots for a nice night out, so booking for Mother’s Day seemed like a great idea. When I booked, there was no announcements anywhere stating that they’d be serving a limited menu focused on brunch, so that caught us by surprise when we arrived for our 3:30 reservation. We decided to stay though, trusting in past experiences with nightly specials and one-off menus. Sadly, the meal was disappointing. The portions were small despite being entrees — two of us had eggs Benedict and found ourselves still hungry after. On top of that, the kitchen left off the salmon from my partner’s Benedict, and we had to ask for salt and pepper instead of it being on the table. Also, our server misheard two of three drink orders, then tried to blame it on the noise level despite it being much quieter than a typical dinner service. We also overheard the table next to us having issues with their food being wrong and needing multiple things sent back to the kitchen. After Mother’s Day, I would not recommend going to Bacchus for brunch or a specialty menu. They excel at date night dinner, but royally dropped the ball on a day we wanted to do something special for my mom.
  5. tiffanyh

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We love Bacchus’s services and Food. However, wish they would provide more simple kids food into menu. Many times as much as we enjoy our steak, chops, my kids would have to come home hungry because the menu is more towards to adult! Thanks
  6. julester

    Naples

    113 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    113 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great to be back in Buffalo for the summer and enjoy such a fantastic evening! Food and service are always THE BEST🎉
  7. LoriKoz

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. We prefer to eat at the bar and found it comfortable and our server/bartender was very attentive.
  8. KathleenS

    Charleston

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Nick took care of us; he was great. We had a very good meal and excellent bottle of wine.
  9. SCamp

    Las Vegas

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice evening. Alisa, our server did a great job. Good very good quality.
  10. CrissyB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went here to celebrate our anniversary and it was wonderful! The bartender was very well versed in the cocktail menu and made a wonderful recommendation. Once we were seated for dinner, the services was also top notch. We had the oysters and a beet salad, followed by a ribeye and salmon. The entrees were cooked to perfection and the price point was fabulous for the quality of the food and drinks. Ambience throughout was very nice. Highly recommend!
  11. KennethN

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time to Bacchus and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Loved the atmosphere and the food was perfect! Great evening.
  12. JohnZ

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was pleasant from the greeting at the door, seeing some good friends, friendly service, great food, fair price...only thing was a little chilly where we were sitting with the air blowing on us...overall another great visit.
  13. Food4di

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All 6 of us enjoyed 6 different entrees. All delicious! Headed to the theatre after dinner, servers very accommodating. Extra plus: valet parking to include showtime.
  14. Johnny

    Washington DC

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Beat our expectations, mainly the food was good and service too. Not super cheap but good.
  15. JenniferJ

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    This used to be one of my favorite restaurants in Buffalo. The service was too quick and the food was just ok. The wine list also used to be spectacular but it's just ok now.
  16. Franny

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service- outstanding! Near Shea’s- they we’re aware that we needed to be finished at a specific time for a show.
  17. DennisK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Only disappointment was no soup. But Adam took our email address to receive mail when it's on the menu again!
  18. KellyandChuck

    Detroit

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are not from Buffalo - but over the past 10 years have had the occasion to dine at Baccus when the need has arisen to be in Buffalo for dinner. Last night it was a pre-theatre occasion. Always have enjoyed it and last night was no exception!
  19. TonyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding and the service was exemplary. Hi would recommend them to anyone, and would like to thank them for a memorable evening.
  20. RicherC

    Montreal

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The wine was very good but the food was poor... For the Price!!!??
  21. Charles

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    I hadn't been to Bacchus in about 8 years, and I was pretty disappointed in the food. Caesar Salad was 4 or 5 whole Romaine leaves with almost no dressing. Pretty tasteless. Lamb Chops while tasty, had quite a lot of gristle which made them less enjoyable. On the flip side, the reasonably priced bottle of Nero d'Avola was very good, and desert was good. Summing up, I think, for the money, I would go elsewhere.
  22. Food4di

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious dinner. Best Lamb chops with mint sauce a close tie with the wonderful salmon. Kind, friendly and efficient server, Adam.
  23. DougB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Meal was fabulous, hot and very tasty, great pace, friendly people, my favorite place.
  24. Cowboyx

    New York Area

    43 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Poor. Waitress took 15 minutes to greet us. Waiting extended period of time for appetizers then brought entrees out literally 3 minutes after the apps. App were steak and eggs - good. Calamari and rock shrimp. No shrimp was on the plate. Entrees tuna was good. Duck was not seasoned at all. Big disappointed especially because of price. Over $220. For 2 people. Disappointed!
  25. RonC

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bacchus is our go-to restaurant before shows. The food and wine choices are always outstanding.
  26. Spiceboy

    Washington DC

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    (4) ~ very good overall food, wine & service. Note: Reservations recommended. DRINKS: ** Water (tap) = (4) very good ** Dry Reisling (Forge; Seneca Lake) = (4) very classic ** French Press Coffee (Nicaragua) = (4) very cool treat FOOD: ** Toffee Cake = (4.25) Very good ** Bread & Spicy Oil (free) = (4) very good ** Gnocchi Mac & Cheese = (4) very good ** Beet Salad w. Goat Cheese = (4) very tasty ** Ribeye (medium-rare) = (4) very tender ** Creme Brule Cheesecake = (4) very good * Green & White Asparagus Salad = (3.75) Good *** Long island Duck = Next Time...
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dinner from service to food selection and quality to wine.
  28. SteveH

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    I like that they take reservations for 1. From out of town and want to know I will be seated. Close walk to hotels. Food is good, but not great. Nice presentation, but portions were rather small. I’m not looking for volume. I would prefer a quality dish over a plate that is covered. I had the shrimp crusted swordfish and would have liked skittle bigger piece of fish. The Caesar salad was 3-4 leaves of whole romaine lettuce. It was good, but small. The wines by the glass was a short list and I am surprised when it is at a wine bar. I would go back when in town again.
  29. MatthewG

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent. Swordfish and Salmon were delicious and the different herbs and spices all came together smoothly. The service was excellent and we didn’t at all feel rushed. The entire staff was friendly, knowledgeable, but not intrusive. We will definitely dine here again, as we have dined here previously and were equally impressed.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a lovely dining experience. The service was outstanding. The food was delicious and they catered to my gluten free and dairy free needs. The drinks and wine were delicious too.
  31. Dalton

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time patron and it was a great experience, atmosphere was very nice, very friendly staff and the food was delicious. I'll definitely be back!
  32. JordanB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Super Accommodating to some special requests for my wife's 40, would highly recommend to anyone looking for good service and good food.
  33. ReneeM

    New England

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    This was my second time to Bacchus. The first time was phenomenal and the reason I returned with two of my friends from out of town. The first time (March 2023) I went, there was a large selection of amazing specials to choose from. This time, the specials were more limited and I didn't love what was offered on the menu. One of my friends ordered the salmon and loved it. Two of us ordered the swordfish and neither of us found it to be very good. It was "rubbery" and not good at all. Neither of us ate much of it and were quite disappointed. I had another reservation for Bacchus last night (3/16) that I chose to cancel after this experience. I'm willing to pay for a nice meal, but the most recent meal I had at Bacchus wasn't worth the money at all.
  34. KimS

    Indiana

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bacchus never disappoints. The food is interesting and delicious. Wait staff are helpful and pleasant. Your every need us taken care of. We simply love our evenings here.
  35. JeffreyT

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent meal and service once again. Always a pleasure.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect menu item brunch! Reasonable prices and nice selection! Also enjoyed the drink selections.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Enjoyed an Easter brunch with my husband! The brunch was alright - they don’t typically do brunch so it was about what I expected. Their dinners are really good every time!
  38. boatwhistle

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Food was excellent. Our server was young and not real experienced but was very pleasant. The room is attractive and comfortable. Recommend
  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bacchus never disappoints! Food was outstanding, service is top notch and will continue to be my favorite Buffalo restaurant.
  40. Luvgoodfood

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always love Bacchus! The food, service, everything is always wonderful! Last night was no different! The bartender made a delicious special request cocktail. The swordfish (me) and trout (my husband) were outstanding! Thanks for a lovely evening.

FAQs

Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (716) 854-9463.

Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 2491 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant

54 West Chippewa, Buffalo, NY 14202

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Franklin

  • Neighborhood

    Buffalo

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    We offer complimentary valet parking 5 nights a week. Additional parking is available either on the street or in the Augsberger parking ramp behind the restaurant on Franklin St.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Brian Mietus

  • Entertainment

    Our Summer Film Series provides a truly incredible evening......classic films, great food & service, under the stars in the privacy of our newly renovated courtyard.....reservations recommended.....every Wednesday and Thursday, June through September

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (716) 854-9463

  • Catering

    Visit our website at bacchuswine.bar, and click the Special Events or Contact tab and send us a message. You can also reach our catering manager, Catherine, by email at events@bacchuswine.bar.

  • Private party facilities

    Visit our website at bacchuswine.bar, and click the Special Events or Contact tab and send us a message. You can also reach our events manager, Catherine, by email at events@bacchuswine.bar.

  • Private party contact

    Steve Aureli: (716) 854-9463

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