42N at The Flats

Name: 42N at The Flats
Address: 674 Main St., Buffalo, NY, United States, 14203
Telephone: (716) 815-4042
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (76)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

674 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Great for craft beers
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

42 North at The Flats is home to 42 North Brewing Company’s downtown taproom located in the historic Wurlitzer Flats building. In the heart of Buffalo’s theater district, craft beers and a full bar are complimented by creative and contemporary artisan fare from Queen City Bistro. Whether you are stopping in for a beverage or a full meal, 42 North at The Flats is designed to offer a great experience for all.

Reservations open 6 weeks in advance for bookings

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, Brewery
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(716) 815-4042
Website
http://42ntheflats.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Alex Obenauer
Catering
Catering is available through Queen City Bistro. Options range from appetizers to full buffets and plated options. For more information contact QueenCityBistroBuffalo@gmail.com.
Private party facilities
Spaces available for private events & corporate happy hours.

Location
674 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203
Neighborhood
Buffalo
Cross street
Main St between Tupper & Chippewa
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Conveniently located off the Metro Rail. Accessible from Key Bank Center, Canalside, and University of Buffalo North campus.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 76 people are saying

42N at The Flats reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Upstate New York
Contemporary American
Western New York
Best Value
Western New York
Innovative
Western New York
Hot spot
Western New York
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

42N at The Flats offers a vibrant dining experience in Buffalo's theater district with "great food and service." The ambiance is lively, making it ideal for pre-theater visits, though noise levels can be high. The menu features impressive craft beers and standout dishes like flatbreads. "Highly recommend" for a fantastic meal.

76 Reviews

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Steve
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was top notch. Got the burger and beer special. $15. Burger was awesome. Beer is always great.
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Michael
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great. Enjoyed my burger. Beer is excellent.
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Jessica
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant, great location in Buffalo’s theater district
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Kathy VIP
Chicago / Illinois3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We asked for NA beer and were served regular beer …
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Kevin
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently had the pleasure of dining at 42N at The Flats, and I can confidently say it was an amazing experience from start to finish. The first thing that struck me was the vibrant ambiance, which perfectly set the tone for an enjoyable evening. Whether you’re looking for a casual night out or a more upscale experience, 42N hits the mark beautifully. The food and drink selection was impressive, particularly their great variety of craft beers. I indulged in several and was not disappointed. The highlight of the meal was undoubtedly the pepperoni and hot honey flatbread—it was an incredible combination of flavors that I can't recommend enough. Service was another standout aspect of the evening. Our server was wonderful—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, enhancing our overall dining experience. As for value, the prices were exactly what I expected for downtown dining, making the whole experience feel worth it. Overall, I would highly recommend 42N at The Flats to anyone looking for a fantastic meal in a great setting. I’m already looking forward to my next visit!
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Tom
Upstate New York1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and service. The hummus app and flatbread with cheese and mushrooms were outstanding. Easy in and out to Shea’s and 710. Such a cool space, but the acoustics were a little rough. Maybe consider some acoustical tiles to dampen the echo and sound a bit??
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Andrew
Toronto / Ontario15 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 30, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Came to try the food and drink the beer we had in EA before. It turned out to be Burger and Beer night for $15. So we went that route. Their burgers are all smash burgers- not my favorite but we tried them with a beer of our choice. Requested medium- but good luck with a smash burgers. Burger came out on homemade pretzel roll ( even shaped like a pretzel) the burger was crispy and well done. Burger was dressed with aioli , mustard and onion frizzles. It was tasty- but much prefer a 8oz thick juicy burger. Beer was very good. May return- but will choose something other than smash burger.
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Diane
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food and service great. High Noise level and seating too far from music encouraged us to leave right after we ate. Seeking a more acoustic pleasing environment.
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Sabina
New York City7 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
It has a very stark and cold ambience and is extremely loud. On a night that was bustling with events downtown we watched the hostess repeatedly turn away potential customers due to lack of table space yet the whole front of the house could easily accommodate six to ten more tables. We felt like we were sitting in a foyer rather than in the restaurant. That would also cozy up to space and acoustic tiles on the high industrial-style ceiling would do wonders to tamp down the sound. Our food was very good, service was quick and the hostess was very friendly.
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Sarah
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’d be really nice to find a way to like section tables away from the dj, it was really hard to hear my date when they started the trivia but the environment was still amazing
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42N at The Flats is rated 4.5 stars by 76 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 1 time today

674 Main St., Buffalo, NY 14203

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Main St between Tupper & Chippewa
Neighborhood
Buffalo
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Bistro, Brewery
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Conveniently located off the Metro Rail. Accessible from Key Bank Center, Canalside, and University of Buffalo North campus.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alex Obenauer
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://42ntheflats.com/
Phone number
(716) 815-4042
Catering
Catering is available through Queen City Bistro. Options range from appetizers to full buffets and plated options. For more information contact QueenCityBistroBuffalo@gmail.com.
Private party facilities
Spaces available for private events & corporate happy hours.

42N at The Flats

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