Ugh, I'm torn. I love Jack Rabbit. Bartenders were attentive and nice tonight. Music is always solid. Prices are normal and food is reliable. But tonight we came in after 10pm for a show with a cover. We gave security our ID and they took our photos to enter. We couldn't enter without taking it. We asked what they did with it and the bouncer blew us off. Later when we left, we (kindly, not annoyingly) asked if they could delete our photos and were told "don't come back." If you're going to have "ICE is not welcome here" stickers displayed proudly behind the bar, as well as other places, maybe you shouldn't use facial recognition software & a photo database that's timestamped and could be subpoenaed in this political climate . Actions over words. Support businesses that install safety measures that ACTUALLY align with the beliefs they boast. read more

Jack Rabbit - The image shows a wooden surface, possibly a stage or bar counter, with multiple cables and cords laid across it. There are stickers on a vertical wooden panel, including one for 'Pocketship' and another warning sign that states 'ATTENTION! WE DON'T SERVE ICE HERE.' The environment is dimly lit with pink and purple lighting, suggesting a nightclub or live music venue setting. - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Just ok! Tried the brunch. I ordered a breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel and a side of strawberry French toast. Sandwich was ok, the bagel itself had good flavor but a tad over toasted. The French toast was ok. Just bread with a strawberry compote and powdered sugar .. nothing special about it. My guest had the steak and eggs and had to send it back because it wasn't cooked properly. They remade everything and the steak was still overcooked. Was supposed to be medium and it was more medium well. I tried a piece and the only flavor was from the char taste given from whatever grill they cooked it on. No seasoning at all! It wasnt good. Service was pleasant, but inattentive. The waitress was doing some of everything. One moment we saw her at the bar, next running downstairs. I was just about done with my meal before my guest could even tell her the steak was not cooked properly. In fact she didn't come over. My guest actually walked her plate to the bar for service, as she never came back to the table to ask if everything was ok. Ambience was good. We enjoyed live music during brunch which was nice. Slightly loud, but it didn't interfere too much with our conversation. We enjoyed it. I won't be back. Food was overrated. Service was lacking. Parking took 15minutes to find as the lot was packed and off street was hard to come by, but I'm glad we experienced it. I'm actually disappointed because it's been so highly rated, perhaps we ordered the wrong thing? Shouldn't matter though Overall, we had a great time together. read more

Jack Rabbit - Breakfast sandwich with sliced tomatoes - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Had a great time here! Bartenders answered questions. Good food selection. Pretty cool aesthetic if you like retro dive. There was a speed dating event upstairs, karaoke at the bar (which was super fun! Everyone was really into it!), a lady selling baked goods to support the Buffalo City Mission, etc. Everyone is very nice and talks to you like they know you which I love! LGBQ+ friendly. Philly cheesesteak dip was super good. I don't go to bars often but still will come back sometime! I only wish this were somewhere other than Elmwood only due to the parking issue (mostly bothersome when it's freezing out lol) so if you're not familiar with the area it is street parking. Still worth it for the great vibes :) read more

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Visited for brunch twice, everything we've tried has been delicious, and the service has been great. I don't suggest showing up for brunch without a reservation, during both visits I passed by a pile of people by the door and was seated quickly. read more

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Really loved this place! Stopped in for brunch for an early birthday celebration. We sat outside which was enjoyable as there was a lot of activity and sightseeing on Elmwood. Paige was our waitress and she was amazing! She was very sweet and got us everything we needed and then some (hello birthday shot!) The food was the best part of our visit. The loaded tots were 5/5 and I would highly recommend them! I also enjoyed the biscuits and sausage gravy. Fruit was very fresh and a nice light touch to the heavy breakfast I'm looking forward to coming back for something new! read more

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The food was delicious and they have a super cute whimsical vibe! The staff is very friendly and the food was prompt. However my issue arose in the bathroom, as there was absolutely no soap. Not empty, but just no soap. No soap dispenser or pump, just no soap. This leads me to question how the staff is washing their hands, and what the level of cleanliness in the restaurant is? read more

Had a good time with the group and the drinks were amazing! Porn star martini was the fave out of the 4 drinks we got. The Married couple was unique and provided a much needed laugh as a person in the group is getting a divorce. The Mexican firing squad was strong! And the other drink was okay. It was our least favorite so I dont remember the name. The strip sirloin pizza was great! read more

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The atmosphere was nice even on the day of a Bills game. In the upstairs back room there are two TVs to watch the game and service was still great. We had Paige as our server and she was attentive and fast. The French toast was delicious. The Omar Benedict was flavorful as well. We will definitely be returning for another brunch. read more

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Have eaten here several times for takeout, brunch, lunch, dinner, late night inside and on the patio. Food is consistently good every time and staff are friendly. Dog friendly too! I love that they have tots lol Supportive of the elmwood village, welcoming and has live music consistently. read more

Jack Rabbit - Brunch breakfast pizza - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Review from 3/2024 Classic eggs Benny 7/10 Thicker sauce. Good consistency. Not much flavor though. The "Canadian bacon" was actually ham. Potatoes 7/10 were a little firm in the middle, not cooked enough. read more

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Was nice they were able to get us on the patio for a gorgeous Saturday morning to people watch and enjoy brunch outside. Came here on my husbands birthday and enjoyed breakfast before a long day of family and celebrating. The cocktails were fun - his came with a little rubber ducky in it - cute little twist! He loved his tater tots and the special sandwich that was on French toast with eggs and bacon. I enjoyed the eggs in purgatory but it was too much sauce and not enough eggs - the goat cheese was a good touch though, made them even more creamy. Our server was great as well. We'd def come back!! read more

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I stopped here to have a little mini reunion with some friends on my way through town. It was a great welcoming atmosphere in one of my favorite parts of Buffalo. The server was a fantastic, though I unfortunately don't recall his name since it was about 7 weeks ago. The food was nothing special - pretty standard - so that's where the one star gets docked, as the whole group felt that way and we all got something different. I liked the tots more than the Eggs Benedict which should have been "the star". I would go back to try other items though, especially for lunch or dinner. read more

Jack Rabbit - Classic Benedict - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I'll be moving to the area and we decided to stop for lunch after touring some nearby places. We loved pretty much everything about Jack Rabbit. Absolutely dripping in rainbow flags and inclusivity. Emo music playing. Great service and delicious food. We had some beers from breweries in Rochester-- all were very good especially the pink starburst one. There were lots of locals that were on first name bases with the staff, which is always a good sign. Can't wait to come back when I, too, will be a local! read more

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Restaurant is FREEZING. we sat upstairs in March and it's much colder than downstairs. We asked about the temperature and were told they turned up the heat by one degree? it ruined our meal as we were all eating with winter coats on. Food was fine. Coffee was terrible. Service was just ok. So many other great spots in Buffalo, i wouldn't recommend this place. read more

Very good atmosphere to this place! I got a pizza and it was phenomenal! Thicker crust, extra crunchy cheese and good amount of pepperoni! Went with a small group of people and everyone said good things about the food. Service was great as well. read more

Jack Rabbit - Pepperoni Pizza - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Night time: five stars Day time: three stars As a bar/hang out spot Jack Rabbit is awesome. As a restaurant it's for a very specific group of people. Like if you love Applebees and that's where you go if you are looking for a nice meal then you'll love it here. If you like variety and more than lots of burgers and grilled things on buns and lettuce just stick to this as a night spot. read more

Jack Rabbit is a total vibe. Amazing food, ambiance, service, and epic sound / music scene. It is an absolute Buffalo staple and we come back every time we're in town from San Diego, and bring our friends and family to experience the fun. Just look at this wallpaper. Obsessed. read more

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Food was really good. I got the hangover burger and tots. They were so good! 10/10! Server was nice and vibe was pretty chill (we sat outside). read more

Brunch was great. I got the loaded breakfast tots and they were delicious and filling. Service was great. Servers and bartenders were really attentive and nice. Would return. read more

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Arrived for Brunch on a Sunday afternoon around 12:30pm. I ordered Steak and Eggs cooked medium. Upon receiving the meal, the waitress didn't come back to check on us. The steak was cooked well done with no seasoning. I had to bring my meal to the bar as the waitress didn't come to the table. I waited 10 minutes. The waitress came over and apologized. Another meal was put in, however the steak was cooked well done. I was charged for half the meal and the waitress was not tentative at all. Will not be back. read more

Brunch was absolutely delicious! I was not expecting it to be this good. I've been here for a live band before and heard they had good brunch so I brought my friend here who was in town from GA. She loved it too! It looks different during the day, lol I never noticed all the cute decor at night. The loaded tater tots were SO TASTY & cheesy!! The music was turned up a bit loud in the back but there was a band playing in the front so I get it. Our waitress was super friendly too. Definitely try this place for brunch if you haven't yet! read more

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Stopped in for a work dinner, staff were friendly and accommodating, the drink menu was inventive and had a wide variety of options. Missed taking a food pictures, but our whole table was stuffed and happy when we left! read more

Jack Rabbit - A drink in a clear glass contains a light-colored beverage with foam on top, decorated with a yellow rubber duck and two black straws. The glass is placed on a restaurant table with menus and a person in the background, suggesting a casual dining setting. - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Very quant, hip, eclectic hot spot on Elmwood. The food was delicious. Sunday brunch is very popular and there was a line at 10:45 and it opens at 11:00am. Reservations are a must! read more

Jack Rabbit - This is Dos Dos Dos and it was superb!! - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Stopped in for drinks around 5 pm on Sunday before heading to a Bills game. The bartenders were friendly and efficient. Drink was the vodka ducky which was perfectly sweet and biter. The duck is a cute addition. Seems like the food would be good and a decently large space. Would definitely stop by again if we are in the area! read more

Jack Rabbit - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I actually like this spot, but what I just witnessed there made me want to speak up. There's a nice bar back training there and the (older, sorry not being ageist just want to describe her better) woman "helping" him out kept berating him and said THREE TIMES "you're never going to be a bartender" Just awful behavior. What year does she think this is where you can just be so mean to an employee like that. He kept his spirits up and had an AMAZING attitude about it. Just to make sure I wasn't crazy I asked another patron if they heard this abuse and he agreed that the bar back was being unfairly maligned by this woman. I hope he finds a better place to work where he doesn't get abused. read more

The service and food was amazing! We went during their brunch service and sat in the "dungeon" section. Surprisingly for sitting next to a pool table and change machine, it had a charm and I loved it. I ordered the loaded tots (forgive the bad lighting, again, sat in the dungeon ) but it was so delicious and filling. The portion was huge, so if you have a good appetite I highly recommend it. My friend got the avocado toast and he said he'd get it again too. The only criticism I had is I wish our waitress asked us if we wanted refills on our drinks but it's a small gripe. Overall, I'd definitely go again and plan on in the future read more

Jack Rabbit - Loaded Tots - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

We had some solid experiences here throughout our time in the Buffalo area. The brunch was definitely a favorite. Staff overall was great, outside of one visit when we had a 'just ok' experience, but not a huge deal. They have an eclectic feel and fun menu with lots of different kinds of offerings. The place itself is quirky in an old building with fun signage and history. Overall: A Good food, fun times, try brunch for sure! read more

The food and vibe of this place is unmatched. Definitely a place you must hit if you're in Buffalo!

The atmosphere is just dripping with cool. The food is American fare, but very good. Go with the tots as they are amazing. The service was very good. No complaints as I came in on a Friday with no reservations. The staff did a great job answering questions. read more

Great fish fry. Sides were tasty. Broccoli cheddar soup was amazing. Service was excellent. read more

Jack Rabbit - Fish Fry - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Food 3/4 average - Cajun wings, had a kick, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Cajun seasoning rub coated the wings, and your fingers! A bit too dry for my liking. This is not the typical chicken wing. Did they forget to serve the carrots and celery sticks on the side? There was blue cheese dip. Too late, the thought crossed my mind! - grilled beets on the side were tasty and a nutritious option vs fries. - pulled chicken Carolina BBQ sandwich was zesty with crispy pieces of cabbage to add crunch. My friend enjoyed it. Service 5- was efficient, polite and fast considering it was a busy Saturday afternoon with many locals attending the Porchfest in Elmwood Village. Ambiance 5- it's fun on the front patio. This is what drew us in after listening to bands in the neighborhood's Porchfest. Who wants to be inside after a long winter?! Nice spot on Elmwood to enjoy a drink and people watch. Dog friendly! read more

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My partner and I ate this incredible cast iron breakfast pizza and it might have been the best meal we've shared together. 11/10. Holy f. Service was fine, nothing phenomenal but not lackluster. We were sat in the basement area which was good because it was incredibly loud in the front because of the live music and being in a different room allowed for us to enjoy each other's company. I would like to come again to try other menu items! read more

A really nice restaurant to enjoy some live music and food. Welcoming environment with plenty of seating both inside and outside on the patio. Host was pleasant and we got seated right away. Waiter was prompt and very friendly. We went on Father's Day and enjoyed some great options. I enjoyed a perfectly cooked sirloin steak with roasted broccoli. Others ordered the steak sandwich and the bbq pulled chicken sandwich. Both were enjoyed. Steak sandwich was made with a whole steak on it . My daughter loved. You don't see that too much for this sandwich. Chicken sandwich was extremely good. They have a full bar with many good choices on a hot summer day. Reservations are allowed. If you around the area and want to have a nice time then come check them out. read more

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This is absolutely brilliant!! Yeah. I know, I post that often... But I mean... Way better than you might expect, much better than I expected and I've eaten here twice before...way better. The little chef salad they made for me, that isn't really on the menu, chopped sweet red peppers, diced tomatoes, fancy arugula lettuce, spinach, with crumble blue cheese on top....and they hid the house made creamy blue cheese Underneath!! I had the Jamaican sauce wings. Spicy, crispy, saucey. A nice sweet bite. Perfectly cooked, moist, tender. She had beef tenderloin au poivre, with a pepper infused gravy and mashed potatoes.. and the most delicious brussel sprouts! Perfectly cooked steak... medium rare on the rare side...Just right. Our server was brilliant too. Kayla.. petite, dark hair...a couple tattoos...very attentive and helpful. She's great. Patient, we never felt rushed, answered all our questions, came by often to chat and explain the different options. Bar staff friendly and engaged, especially "Not Kevin" (he kinda looks like Kevin though). None of the staff seemed stressed or rushed or impatient. Everyone was pleasant and engaging. We don't get downtown/Elmwood as much as we'd like, but if tonight is any indication, I would come here twice a week. So good, really pleased. Thank you read more

Very kind bartender! Loved the live music on Sunday. Got the fruit bowl and it was perfect.

I found this place on a happy accident, and I'm glad I did. This bar and grill is not only a restaurant but a music venue as well with great sound. We were greeted by the sound of love music and a friendly hostess . The menu looked so appetizing that I wanted it all. We started with sweet potato fries with a housemade hot honey. The honey was a tad too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. The fries were crisp and fluffy in the middle, not greasy at all. The seasoning was great on them, too! Next, I had the Ham and Gruyere cheese melt. Instead of your traditional sides like fries , this place makes you love your vegetables again! I had the balsamic glazed roasted brussel sprouts, and they were fantastic! The sandwich was very large, and I could only eat a quarter of this triple decker. Make sure you save room for dessert! We had the Buffalo Beignets. I do not regret this decision. This dessert is definitely large enough for a table of 3 or 4 people to share. These pillows of happiness melt in your mouth. I can't wait to go back and listen to great local bands and enjoy amazing food! What's even better, they have a parking lot in the back to accommodate their patrons! read more

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We went on a Friday around 7 and got a high top table by the bar. Our waitress was the sweetest. Service was fast and the cocktails were delicious. Got the famous jack rabbit burger with a side salad. The burger was a bit over done - a little too much char on it for me. It was a double smash burger with cheese and the flavor was really good. We also got a huge platter of beignet's for dessert with chocolate sauce! Would definitely go back and get the burger again. I've heard it's usually amazing and cooked perfectly. read more

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The food is great and the atmosphere is different in every room! Servers were friendly and attentive.

We enjoyed our Brunch here. No complaints from our guests. I had a simple two eggs and toast, but others had other offerings and liked them. We sat in the basement which was like a worn and dated old speakeasy hidden table booth. Not what I'd call a classy place. Very old bar upstairs and walls are covered with knickknacks and posters. Good service when we were there but that was first thing in the morning and it wasn't busy. read more

Came back for dinner with a group of five and had a good experience. I really liked the cucumber spritz mocktail, it was super fragrant and had a great taste. I also enjoyed chicken fingers which were very large (as described). They came with tots and I left with leftovers. Everyone at my table enjoyed their meals. Service was great too. Would love to come back here again soon. read more

Jack Rabbit - Chicken fingers with tots - Bars Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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