Toutant

Name: Toutant
Address: 437 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY, United States, 14203
Telephone: (716) 342-2901
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1617 Reviews

$30 and under

Southern

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Toutant**(pronounced too-tawnt) offers contemporary country cuisine and libations, served in a comfortable, casual setting. Focusing on high-quality, seasonal ingredients, Roberts’ Southern Louisiana roots and dedication to New York’s farming community provides Buffalo diners with access to modern, fresh cuisine influenced by the American South.

Ideally, Toutant seeks to invoke the memories of its guests’ early childhood family dinners, demonstrating the heart, preparation, and comfort experienced at those gatherings. Guests are able to enjoy upscale Southern comfort fare from a menu featuring vast amounts of fresh Gulf seafood and shellfish, buttermilk fried chicken, and accurate renditions of numerous Southern favorites like jambalaya, house-smoked sausages, cast iron skillet cornbread, and authentic barbecue offerings. The beverage program features seasonal frozen daiquiris, local cider, beer and wine, as well as hand-selected bourbons, whiskeys, and moonshine.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Southern, Seafood, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Late Night Menu Mon, Thu–Sun 10:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(716) 342-2901
Website
http://www.toutantbuffalo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
James D. Roberts

Location
437 Ellicott Street Buffalo, NY 14203
Neighborhood
Buffalo
Cross street
Genesee
Parking details
On Street Parking in immediate vicinity. Paid Lot ($3) across the street available after 4pm.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Biscuits and Gravy$11.00
Two Fried Eggs, Sausage Gravy
Breakfast Sandwich$12.00
Two Fried Eggs, Sausage or Bacon, Cheese, Buttermilk Bun, Taters
The Breakfast Royale$16.00
Errythang - Two Sunny Side Farm Eggs, House Sausage, Bacon, Grits, Taters, Preserves, Toast
Barbecue Hash*$15.00
Smoked Meats, Taters, Local Roots and Vegetables, Two Poached Eggs, Cayenne Sea Salt
Omelette*
Seasonally Inspired Ingredients
- Market Price
Overnight Yeast Waffle$10.00
Local Maple, Cultured Butter
Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs$16.00
Two Sunny Side Eggs, Country Gravy, Taters
Buttermilk Fried Chicken$20.00
Collards, Cayenne Sea Salt
Shrimp and Grits*$18.00
Heirloom White Corn Grits, Gulf Shrimp, Tasso Ham, Tomato Broth
Baloney Sandwich$14.00
You Asked for It. House Smoked Thick Cut Beef Bologna, Chargrilled, Creole Mustard, Smothered Onions, Cheese, Buttermilk Bun, Pickles
Nashville Hot Chicken$15.00
Crispy Battered Thigh, Pickle Brine White Bread, Fiery Sweet Sauce, House Pickles
Seasonal Greens Salad*$10.00

Hair of the Dog

Bloody Mary$8.00
Lobster Caesar$8.00
Mimosa$6.00
Frozen Daiquiri$6.00
Striker Special$10.00
Jazz Hands$7.00

Sides - Grab a Few

Beignets$6.00
Sunday Morning Pastry
- Priced Daily
Slow Smoked Sausage*$6.00
Breakfast Sausage / House Smoked Bacon*$6.00
Heirloom Grits*$5.00
Hot Buttermilk Biscuits$6.00

Non Alcohol

Coffee$3.00
Tipico Coffee / Toutant, Exclusive Coffee & Chicory Blend
Cold Brew$5.00
Hot Tea French Press$6.00
Daily Boutique Varieties
Sweet / Unsweetened Tea$3.00
Root Beer Long Neck$4.00
Fountain Soda$3.00

Some to Go Items

Hot Biscuits$6.00
Beef Jerky$6.00
Hot Sauce$10.00
Coffee Beans
- Market Price
Cold Brew$5.00

What 1,617 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6

4.6 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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twodioz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Surprised by how good the venue was. We went on a date to celebrate our anniversary, and we're pleasantly surprised by gow good everything was. Our waitress was also very knowledgeable, which helpped in navigating our options.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great when we eat here!!
TJ
TJ0322
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Most consistent high quality food and drinks of any restaurant in Buffalo. Toutant is probably my favorite restaurant in WNY.
JD
JoeD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Great food. Beautiful restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff
M
Michael
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food and Service was very good. It was a little to cold at the bar and during dinner.
JT
JT36
Montreal
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2019
overall4food3service4ambience4
The restaurant was very nice and our waiter was helpful to provide us with his recommendations. The food was ok, I think we expected more considering the online reviews.
CH
CaroleH
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great table for 4 that allowed us to share appetizers, enjoy the company and eat delicious food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Moved away from Buffalo just as it opened and last week was my first chance to try it out, and wasn’t disappointed at all
LJ
LJ36
Omaha
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Started with a small glass of sparkling wine. Provided by restaurant to celebrate. Then shared oysters. And gumbo. Yum Finished with jambalaya and collard greens. All things we love at other restaurant We enjoyed everything. Wait staff was friendly.
BK
BetsyK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Not only is the food fantastic but the front of the house service cleanliness and organization was impeccable.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service! Our server was very attentive but not to the point of being annoying. Loved the gumbo!
T
Tori
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best brunch in Buffalo, hands down. Toutant never fails to impress.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely amazing. Brunch was great and the service was spot on. Can't wait to go back and try dinner
r
robyng
Atlanta
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brunch was amazing
TW
TeeW
New York Area
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2019
overall2food1service5ambience5
We had a party of 5 and all agreed the service from Annie was great but the food was terrible! The chicken was bland, greens tasted like pure vinegar , cornbread was salty and the grits undercooked. Ive been here before a few times not sure if the cook has changed but for a birthday dinner this was a disappointment.
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bigt
New York Area
95 reviews
vip
5.0
95 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
food just seems to be getting better every time we visit.better than ever.
l
luv2dineinbuffalo
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service is wonderful! We sat upstairs. It was a bit warm in the building even though the air conditioner was running. It is an old building. If you like southern style Louisiana type food, this is restaurant is a must to visit.
GF
GourmetFoodie
New York Area
112 reviews
vip
5.0
112 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a fantastic restaurant the reinvents southern style cooking. This unique twist of traditional southern favorites has something for everyone. To be honest, my wife read the menu in advance and was concerned that it was too heavy for her, and she absolutely loved it. You definitely want to dine here and bring lots of friends. They also have a great bourbon, spirits and beer menu.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our second time here. First was tears ago. We arrived early and grabbed seats at the bar. We ordered a hurricane and an old ruler. Both were good, we stuck w the old ruler for the rest of our drinks. Service was great, we or6the cornbread, smoked pork hush puppies for apps. Both very good. The hush puppy serving size was big. I had the bbq of the week, Turkey w grilled potato salad, big portion for the side and the turkey was good. She had the jambalaya w crab and sausage, she enjoyed it. The jambalaya was a very big portion as well. We enjoyed it here and will enjoy coming back
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We traveled to Buffalo and stumbled across this gem! The hostess greeted us and asked about our day, we told her we were from out of town and she welcomed us to Buffalo and told our server as well and they treated us amazing. The food and service was amazing! I would recommend this restaurant
DR
DRTW
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friends visiting from out of town
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hypnos
New York Area
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience3
Overall, a pleasant experience with very good food. A bit noisy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2019
overall3food2service2ambience5
My meal (fried catfish) looked sloppy and didn’t taste great. I expressed that to my waiter who offered to exchange it which I declined. At that point I really didn’t want anything else after ordering appetizer, 2 sides and eating some of my Mom’s jambalaya. I was surprised they didn’t remove it from bill, especially since I didn’t finish even half of it and returned food. It’s evidence of customer service in my opinion. I’ve eaten here since they first opened and is sad that quality of food just isn’t as high.
JM
JessicaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came in with some friends for brunch, mostly all of our first time there. Everything was awesome, food was delicious and Tyler was super attentive.
SK
StevenK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always great and staff are very friendly and make good recommendations
DC
DeborahC
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
When we drove up we were a little hesitant but once inside it was great ! The bar area was noisy but we were on the 3rd level and it was very quiet. Service was wonderful and the food was excellent ! The wine was just okay. I had the Cabernet and it wasn’t as full bodied as I’d like.
AB
ABuffaloMan
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Our 2nd visit to Toutant was as enjoyable as our first. I loved the soft shell crabs entree and my wifes smoked turkey and smashed potatoes was excellent. Great service and friendly staff. Southern cooking with a twist is an apt description. Already thinking about our next visit.
SC
StevenC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Five stars each time I go there. Food, drinks, staff, ambience, etc. Top notch!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Exclusive
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Standard American generous portions. Everything we ate was delicious and flavourful. The atmosphere was cool with high ceilings and fun arty light fixtures. We’d definitely visit again when coming through Buffalo.
KW
KellyW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very cute building and decor. Staff was great and very knowledgeable. If you love whiskey they had over 3 pages of choices so, I'd say this is your place. Chicken was really good but idk feel like it was missing some spice or something in the breading. Overall it was a really good meal. I would probably go again.
PX
PaulaX
Miami
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2019
overall4food4service2ambience5
Overall we enjoyed Toutant -- interesting menu, not overpriced. Nice space/ambiance! My fried chicken might have been a bit overfried and the collards really did need more seasoning. Hilly Billy and the Poe Boy (nicely prepared shrimp/tasty sauce) were a hit - as were the fried deviled eggs. Our server, however, left much to be desired. After waiting more than 10 minutes to find out if the bartender could make a Cajun Martini, I went downstairs myself to inquire. Though not a dig, I might question why a cajun-themed restaurant wouldn't have jalapenos for one and suggest hot sauce - KPaul would not have been pleased. Later, a diet Coke was ordered from the server who forgot about it. The role of server is service. At least we were not charged for the drinks -- thank you!
NB
NathanBuffalo
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
We’ve never had a bad meal at Toutant. Sometimes specials are repetitive but always good.
C
Cass
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service, amazing food! Highly recommend the Nashville Hot Chicken!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We love this restaurant and have always had a great night out here. We had the corn dumpling appetizer and they were incredible. Still talking about them. Twice now we’ve had the seasonal dessert so my recommendation is go for it, even if it seems a bit unusual... we’ve never regretted. Only complaint, and not even really, was that it was really cold in there. The AC was cranked. So bring a sweater if you’re always cold (like me!)
PO
PeterO
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food was tasty. Service was excellent. Can be a bit loud at times. Overall very good dining experience.
CK
ChristaK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of my favorite restaurants in Buffalo. Such lovely people, such great service, and most importantly, such wonderful FOOD! Thank you!
k
kahuna
Milwaukee
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall3food4service5ambience3
Service was great, food was acceptable. Cocktails at the bar prior to dinner were not good.
K
Keith
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall3food3service2ambience5
Getting into the restaurant was quite seemless. Got to our table fast. Ordered a couple apps and the waitress had put in the wrong prefer and received cornbread instead of the eggs. I had thought the cornbread was part of the meal like bread you would normally get. So waited for my other app to come and it did not. The waitress mentioned that she put the order in wrong and wouldn't charge. No big deal there. I was happy about that. Ordered my main course ( jambalaya) with choice of 2 meats. I got both sausage and lump crab. Upon receiving my main dish there was no lump crab added. Told the waitress and she just sent me lump crab in a bowl for me to put in myself. The taste of the food was not to my liking but I paid as normal because I paid for a service and I'm not one to complain about things. I will not be returning to this restaurant.
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AntoinetteT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience4
It was a nice experience, the staff was nice it was a misunderstanding but they accommodated my situation greatly appreciated.
M
Mrprov55
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience4
Nice setting and creative food. Good service. One of us was a vegetarian and everything we ordered that was meat-free lacked any seasoning or flavor, which was really disappointing.

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Toutant is rated 4.6 stars by 1617 OpenTable diners.

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Cross street
Genesee
Neighborhood
Buffalo
Hours of operation
Mon, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Late Night Menu Mon, Thu–Sun 10:00 pm–12:00 am
Cuisines
Southern, Seafood, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On Street Parking in immediate vicinity. Paid Lot ($3) across the street available after 4pm.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
James D. Roberts
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.toutantbuffalo.com/
Phone number
(716) 342-2901

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Brunch

Biscuits and Gravy$11.00

Breakfast Sandwich$12.00

The Breakfast Royale$16.00

Barbecue Hash*$15.00

Omelette*

Overnight Yeast Waffle$10.00

Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs$16.00

Buttermilk Fried Chicken$20.00

Shrimp and Grits*$18.00

Baloney Sandwich$14.00

Nashville Hot Chicken$15.00

Seasonal Greens Salad*$10.00

Hair of the Dog

Bloody Mary$8.00

Lobster Caesar$8.00

Mimosa$6.00

Frozen Daiquiri$6.00

Striker Special$10.00

Jazz Hands$7.00

Sides - Grab a Few

Beignets$6.00

Sunday Morning Pastry

Slow Smoked Sausage*$6.00

Breakfast Sausage / House Smoked Bacon*$6.00

Heirloom Grits*$5.00

Hot Buttermilk Biscuits$6.00

Non Alcohol

Coffee$3.00

Cold Brew$5.00

Hot Tea French Press$6.00

Sweet / Unsweetened Tea$3.00

Root Beer Long Neck$4.00

Fountain Soda$3.00

Some to Go Items

Hot Biscuits$6.00

Beef Jerky$6.00

Hot Sauce$10.00

Coffee Beans

Cold Brew$5.00

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