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Shango Bistro, Buffalo, NY

Shango Bistro

4.5
4.5
398 Reviews
$30 and under
Creole / Cajun / Southern
3260 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
Inspired by the soulful cuisine of New Orleans, Shango embodies the spirit of a true neighborhood bistro through Chef Jim Guarino's culinary creations, a Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and our eclectic, carefully hand-selected beer menu.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    James Guarino
  • Catering
    We offer a wide range of catering, whether it be a luncheon, large dinner party or corporate event. Please feel free to call us with any questions!
  • Neighborhood
    Amherst
  • Cross street
    Englewood
  • Parking details
    There is a public parking lot available on the corner of our block at Main & Englewood (entrance on Englewood). The lot is city-owned and is free to park at both day & night. When the lot is filled to capacity, street parking can be utilized.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located one block from the NFTA Metro University Station. The Metro is a perfect way to get to Sabres games, theater at Shea's & surrounding venues, concerts & festivals in the downtown area.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 398 people are saying

Shango Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.3Value

NoiseModerate

398 Reviews
  1. Peterm

    New York City33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 21, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is our second time there and it’s as good as I remember. If you’re looking for a consistent good meal this is the place

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 10, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love everything about this place! The food, the service, the atmosphere - the overall vibe is warm and welcoming- it’s one of my absolute favorites - consistently.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 10, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! The food and service was great! Our favorite brunch spot. Will be back over and over again!

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  4. RobS

    New York City5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on December 2, 2017

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Very slow and food was cold. Way over priced for quality of food provided.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 2, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favorite restaurant in Buffalo. We eat there at least once a week. Staff is great, service is great and the food is phenomial!

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  6. Ceoo VIP

    New York City83 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 30, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Buffalo's best calamari. Late night with a good wine choice..

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  7. NancyP

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 26, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been here before for brunch and dinner. The service is always amazing. The menu is wonderful. The management is more than helpful. This has become one of our most favorite places.

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  8. rp12

    New York City78 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 21, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for a girls dinner and we loved everything about it! Our server was so sweet and offered great suggestions from the menu. We shared several dishes and everything was fantastic!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 19, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch was amazing. The food was excellent! We sat at the bar and Felix the bartender was super nice and very attentive! We ordered the spring rolls, biscuits and gravy, fried chicken, and the breakfast burrito. And the chef even brought it out to us! What a treat! Thanks again for a lovely brunch!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 19, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous brunch with a southern comfort food twist. Absolutely devoured or entire meal. Gumbo was to die for.

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FAQs

Shango Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (716) 837-2326.

Shango Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 398 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Shango Bistro

3260 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Englewood
  • Neighborhood
    Amherst
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a public parking lot available on the corner of our block at Main & Englewood (entrance on Englewood). The lot is city-owned and is free to park at both day & night. When the lot is filled to capacity, street parking can be utilized.
  • Public transit
    We are conveniently located one block from the NFTA Metro University Station. The Metro is a perfect way to get to Sabres games, theater at Shea's & surrounding venues, concerts & festivals in the downtown area.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    James Guarino
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer a wide range of catering, whether it be a luncheon, large dinner party or corporate event. Please feel free to call us with any questions!
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