I have had some good experiences with great food here before but this most recent time was…read moredisappointing. I tried the Caesar Salad, the fish taste overwhelmed the dish in an unappetizing way. I couldn't taste the parmesan or lemon or any other flavors. The croutons were tough and tasteless. The menu listed orange as an additional ingredient, which sounded interesting, but it was nowhere to be found when the dish arrived. I also got the French Onion Hummus to share, absolutely delicious, we've had it before. Unfortunately a lot of tables were dirty and the floor was covered in pretzels crumbs, some other crumbs as well. Really not conducive to dining. I do hope that these issues are improved upon because as I have said, my previous experiences have been much better!

Wow, fantastic evening here last night on a double date. We made reservations for 7pm for 4 of us…read more(they only do dinner Thursdays and Fridays). And we ended up being the last table there! The restaurant is located just inside the center of the museum, and there was live music in the middle courtyard just outside the restaurant. The ambience was a cool vibe - there is this huge mural on one wall, and the opposite wall is glass from floor to ceiling looking out (to where the live music was). The tables were so simple but had flowers and cool table lamps. I started with a glass of wine, and we split the whipped feta as an appetizer. They also brought some fresh bread with balsamic olive oil. Both fantastic and warmed my soul. I ordered the Filet, and it was so perfectly seasoned and cooked - I mean, can't really go wrong with steak that's drizzled with bacon butter! The others ordered the salmon with squid ink pasta and the scallops. All were so beautifully plated and delicious. And we ended with the Ube Creme Brulee which was a great way to end the night. We ended up being there for about 2 hours. I wouldn't recommend dinner if you just looking for a quick bite. I'd go for more of an experience. Not that the service was slow, but I think the kitchen and wait staff were just thoughtful with their creating, plating, and serving. Hoping that they change their menu up every so often so we can try more creations!

It's great that there's a restaurant inside the AKG, as you can really work up an appetite after…read morewalking around for a few hours. The atrium is nice, and the service was fast. However the food was not great. The bagel came slathered with a disgusting amount of butter. The breakfast sandwich was made with probably 5 eggs, way too large to take a bite comfortably, the eggs were burnt and greasy, and the roll was cold/not toasted. There aren't many options for kids. The lions mane (mushroom) "nuggets" are on the kids menu but I can't imagine my kids (or most kids) wanting to eat those. There are a lot of healthy and gourmet menu choices but I wouldn't say there is something for everyone.

Ambience is (unsurprisingly) excellent. A beautiful space…read more I mean, like, in the atrium, world class. Food is good, with creative and traditional menu offerings. Full bar, smart wine selections. Service is somewhere between aloof and amateurish, but it's a museum so serving meals is not the primary mission. Not your usual dining experience. Recommended.

For a solid year, I wanted to go to a first Friday at the AKG. I didn't want to be there one to…read moreattempt Buffalo driving (we circled around to parallel park at 430) and needed someone to echo my musings. Well, I finally made it! We went through check in, where you had to fork over a suggested donation (instead of the usual 22 dollars). They take card, though we gave cash, which seemed like an easier way to exercise the discount. They offered an extra paid section to opt into for an extra 8 dollar charge that we turned down, taking our tiny tags. They're dinky and reusable and gotta attach somewhere to your person. She had also given me a wristband for the strap of Duckles, which had to be checked by a second girl who warned me that I could not wear my knapsack on my back. Could make it a tummy sack or an elbow purse to avoid bumping things, which is how I ended up cradling a stuffed duck around the museum. We hadn't nabbed a map and thought we could wing it. There are qr codes scattered about for info beyond the placards and finding where you have landed. We lucked out and scored a paper map abandoned on one of the numerous benches (there's also chairs and pull out chairs hanging for your resting pleasure) that we attempted to read. My directionally challenged self asked one of the security to send us off to the bridge, given two choices of route. We dodged the scenic way for a temporary outdoor escape, passing more art. Popping back inside we absorbed even more subsets of time and genre, respecting drawn boundaries and only touching things that said we could. There were things that touched us, our souls, that we could take photos of. There were also bizarre things and a bit of nudity. It's all art, including the special presentations and live music and everyday artists sketching in the hall. There was an interactive exhibit in the main that we skipped in the name of rumbling tummies, though we didn't try the cafe. Also avoided the gift shop, cutting out as the crowd began to swell around 6. The place was impeccably clean despite the abundance of windows and smudge worthy doors. It was worth coming out, though I'm unsure how often the exhibits rotate. Come see an authentic famous few and many more that'll have you saying the Albright is pretty *alright*.

The Buffalo AKG Art Museum is our local pride, and requires no advertising or persuasion to visit…read more Believe me, it's a fantastic destination. It's a beautiful space with a nice collection of fine arts. There is a new, three-story extension, a whole new building actually. So, be sure to have plenty of time to explore everything. Their website is very informative and easy to navigate. Check out the current special events and exhibitions. Currently, among others, on display is the "One with Eternity" by Yayoi Kusama, which includes her two Infinity Mirror Rooms and "Pumpkin", a giant orange pumpkin in an orange room covered with black dots. Tickets for this exhibition must be purchased separately and are valid for specific time slots. If there is a big crowd that day, wait a little and don't come from the beginning of your time slot (or figure this out by yourself). We had to leave and come back after a ridiculous experience. Waiting twenty minutes in line to see the actual installation for forty five seconds!? It was very confusing, and I believe there must be a different way to actually enjoy Kusama's work. We came back to see the second room with no wait, but still, with the forty five seconds rule. Ugh... Yes, let's loop if this is the only way which works. Don't forget, the general museum admission is free on the first Friday of the month, and I like that price.

Went to 3 Valu stores and they didn't have the Good Earth Organic soil in stock so I googled to see…read morewhere else I can find it and imagine my surprise to see the company was located in Buffalo! I called to see where else I can purchase the soil and the nice lady told me to stop by their office... so across town I go and what a gorgeous glass building! They don't sell pots of plants or flowers of any kind but you will definitely find eclectic soils and food for your plants... instead of buying 2 bags like I planned to at Valu I loaded my truck annnd got a bag of seed starting mix. Cornelia (the nice lady I spoke to on the phone) said they're open year round so I will definitely be back (to oogle at their greenhouse-like office) when my plant babies need more soil!

Coffee is tasty. They make their own syrups in house here - unique offering. NO BREAKFAST…read moreSANDWICHES OR PASTRIES SERVED HERE!! I had specifically made the stop here to grab a quick coffee & a breakfast "sang-which" on my way to run errands; only to find out upon arrival they offer no food here. ONLY COFFEE. Kind of a bummer. Due to busy Main Street in Williamsville and parking difficulties don't know if I would stop back because they don't have any food to sit and enjoy with your coffee. Seemed popular, long lines waiting to be served. Posting an updated menu on Yelp, as coffee shop has no paper menu (to-go menu) and they also do not have a website displaying their menu online for customers to view. That would be a nice update.

I've been to Overwinter Coffee twice now, most recently with my mom before we headed to Woodhouse…read moreDay Spa for massages. It was a Saturday morning and while street parking was plentiful, the line inside was pretty long. That said, the line moved at a reasonable pace and tables seemed to turn over fairly quickly. By the time our coffees were ready, we were able to grab a seat without too much trouble. My mom ordered a black coffee while I opted for one of the seasonal lattes. Both were smooth, well balanced, and what we were hoping for on a cold winter morning! Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed with the food selection. We were hoping for a light breakfast but options were limited to cookies and a few small pastries. The items that sounded most appealing were already sold out for the day which was a bit of a bummer! This is definitely not a full breakfast spot. Prices were on par with what you'd expect from a craft coffee shop, especially in the Williamsville area. While I enjoyed the coffee, the overall experience on a busy winter morning felt a little too hectic for my liking. All that to say I'd absolutely return, just at an off hour and after having already eaten. Overwinter is popular for a reason, and with better timing on my part, I know it would shine even brighter to me!