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    Mohawk Place

    3.8 (37 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, Music Venues
    Open Open 24 hours

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    Live music
    Very loud
    Divey
    Hipster

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    Hannah K.

    Probably a top music venue in downtown Buffalo, right up there with Nietzsche's! My friends play in a band (The CPX, if you've heard of them) and while they only play a couple of times a year, I'd say about half of the time they can be found under the Mohawk Place roof. And, since it's a golden rule to never miss a CPX show, safe to say I've been here a few times! MP is very divey, with old walls and ceilings, string lights, framed photos, borderline tacky decor. But I never feel uncomfortable when I'm in here (I always go with friends though), the bathrooms are fairly clean, and the music is always well-supported. They've got a pretty great sound system here, an awesome stage toward the back, and plenty of room to fill in front of the stage, so what more could you ask for? I don't drink when I'm out seeing live music, but I've noticed they serve canned beers here like Bud and PBR, and they have their usual alcohol mixers. Being a non-drinker, my favorite thing about this place is that they have an orange water cooler on the bar with plastic cups, as a self-serve cooler so I don't have to keep asking the bartender to fill up a cup of water for me. Bonus points! Looking forward to the next visit here for sure.

    Jen L.

    I've only been here once (a few weekends ago - 3/5/11) to see Jonathan Richman and I had a blast. The place is a perfect small live music venue, and other than the fact that they had no wine (beer and mixed drinks only), and the ladies room was pretty scary, I loved it.

    Freddie Gibbs - 4/27.  Killing ' it!
    Glen S.

    The kind of place you want to have in your neighborhood... Legit bar with the right amount of dinginess, good craft beer, excellent security/staff, a owner who picks up the phone - even on a big night, and a real stage. Really enjoy this place... Let's support it and the diversity that is the new Buffalo. Now... Add more craft beer! :-)

    Brandon A.

    Buddies brought me here for my first time, absolutely loved it! Thought it was going to just be a hole in the wall via the location and size, but it was a deep hole haha, and really nice inside. I was not expecting to walk into a small venue by all means, the band was killing it that night. Bartenders were excellent, drinks were perfect! Bring me back!!!!

    At the mohawk place.  Nice band

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    Bathroom dirty, door guy was rude, music was awesome. But be ready to get treated bad by a guy who CLEARLY doesn't want to do his job.

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    Terrible security! The venue would be pretty good if they got a new security team. They're on an absolute power trip!

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    Mohawk's Bomb. Bar's cool, sounds great, bands are usually very good. Waaaaay better than Nietches.

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    The Cave

    The Cave

    (6 reviews)

    Black Rock

    I met a friend here two weeks ago for a concert. We came to see Mary & Friends. It was Mary Ramsey…read morefrom 10,000 Maniacs with some of her friends. They played and sang jazzy tunes. Her bass player is amazing! He sounds like Brad Paisley! I have no musical talent so it really moved me how well he played the bass. The other artists played well too! The venue is fantastic. It was my first time here. Sportsman's Tavern bought the venue three or four years ago. It isn't a dive bar like Sportsman's Tavern though. It's much more intimate. It's classier too. I liked the way they had the tables set up. I loved the stage area too. There is a small bar area where you can order drinks. There was also a waitress coming around asking if we wanted drinks or food. They have a small menu, and the food sounded good, but I wasn't hungry. You can park on the street or in their small parking lot, which holds about 25/30 spots. You'll enter the venue via a dark door near the front parking spot. There is much more room inside, than how it looks from their lot. The lot was a bit hard to find. I ended up driving around the block and then I noticed it. I'd love to come back here and see another concert soon!

    I went for the first time last weekend and was genuinely surprised at how fun it was. Some overall…read morenotes from the night: - Bring earplugs!! - decent amount of parking in the lot (~15 cars?) - I got there at 7:45 and there were only a few spots left. Best to get there early! - at 7:45, most tables were taken. By 8:30 the crowd was packed at the bar and there almost wasn't enough room to even stand (maybe it's not normally that busy?) - bathrooms were clean and spacious - staff were all friendly - i recommend buying your ticket online ahead of time. I had to go early to buy one at the door (when I called at 7, they said they expected it to sell out before 8) - it looks a little odd from the outside, but The Cave is definitely a cool spot to stop at if you like live music!

    Buffalo Iron Works

    Buffalo Iron Works

    (102 reviews)

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    Downtown

    For what it is, it's great. We came downtown for a sabers game. Game at 6 we got there a little…read moreafter 4. Not crowded. Large drink menu and very reasonably priced (considering it's downtown.) Perfect pre-game spot. Limited food menu so don't come for a real meal. Also came to a silent disco here in the past. Versatile venue downtown. Owners do a great job with the spot.

    The majority of business owners, high grossing employees, and financially overtaxed New Yorkers…read moreview 4/15 as a necessary evil. Not so, this April 4/15/2026... as we (best husband ever and me) had the utmost, gold star, VIP experience at Ironworks for the, "How Does If Feel? The Music of Bob Dylan and The Band," with Chest Fever and Tyler Bagwell. Perfect VIP Balcony seating, great food, and adult beverages, in addition to professional and accommodating servers. Classy in a welcoming, hometown, feel-good kind of way! We loved the performance and tribute to some of the best music of all-time. The keyboard player - Jody Bagley - was exceptional! We are now massive fans and followers! This review of one of Buffalo's prized music venues would not be complete without a 10-Star rating for Gracie Vesneske. Every customer service entity, venue, and business wishes and prays for someone like Gracie on their team! Outstanding communication, brilliant attention to detail, and over the top follow through - makes Gracie the Great irreplaceable. Oh, what a night!

    The Caz

    The Caz

    (18 reviews)

    Excellent concert venue. Went for a dinner and show event where it was salad, lasagna (meat or…read morevegetable) and cookies for dessert. The food was OK at best and the portion sizes were very inconsistent. Our server was not as attentive as one would like, he finally brought our salads and we had to stop him to have him get us silverware to eat with. The inside is stunning, looking forward to go to another concert there, just probably not going to order food.

    Eh, I have mixed feelings about The Caz. What I liked upon entering is that they were thorough…read moreabout checking IDs and tickets. Also, while standing at the bar, I heard the lady checking tickets say something to the bartender about being aware of underage people here. What I didn't like were the drink prices and cleverly hidden fees. I ordered 2 drinks at the bar so I could sit and enjoy the show. It was $29 and they were 8 oz glasses. I barely drink and did not feel a drop of alcohol. I couldn't believe I paid that PLUS tip for basically some juice. I realized what they did when I got home: they gave me 2 receipts ... the top being merchant copy. Merchant copy had my price for the drinks and area to sign and tip. I shoved the other copy in my pocket and when I got home, I realized they charged a 2% management fee AND another 18% fee. So with my tip, I paid an additional 40% total. Yikes. Not worth it. It's frustrating to think that an hour of music from a local band and 2 drinks has become difficult to afford, when it used to be a regular thing for me when I was young and didn't have much. Anyway, more of what I liked: Venue was clean and seats clearly labeled. They had a QR code right at your seat to order food and drink so you didn't have to get up once in your seat. I didn't order any food, but others did around me, and it looked good. Back to what I didn't like: I paid for a premium seat and it was the worst seat in the house. It was at the corner of the stage (the only stage side seat left) and I could not see almost the entire band! There were 4 men up front I did not see at all until the next day when they posted pictures. I thought "ok so that's what they look like". And ironically in those photos. You couldn't see the only 2 people I could see from my seat: I could only see 2/3 of the drummer with the curtain next to me. The only real view of anyone I had was the bass player. If I just stared at him, that would feel creepy lol so I looked at the stage floor often. Do not sit where I sat in the corner of the stage. I could somewhat see the video screen, but there was a slight lag and threw off what was playing versus what you were seeing. I guess if I came here again, I would have to have a seat available center stage, and would skip the drinks and opt for food due to the high cost. Maybe the food would feel like more bang for the buck. Watch the 20% total fees they'll getchya! I feel the venue is well-managed otherwise.

    Town Ballroom

    Town Ballroom

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    Downtown

    Great concert venue…read more We arrived shortly after doors for Lights last night and easily secured a great spot behind the railing of yhe first elevated tier. The set up is the ground surrounded by a few higher tiers so there's not a bad spot in the building. My husband had no problems coming and going for drinks, which were inexpensive, especially for a concert venue. Great sound and screens on either side but you should have a good view even in the back. Great service, too.

    My sister-in-law wanted to go to Emo night at this venue and she decided to ask my husband and I to…read morego with her. I haven't been to many shows since covid and I was super excited to get out and have a blast. It did not disappoint. The show was great and we all a great time. I was pleasantly surprised to see that when I went to use the restroom there was an attendant there with a table full of basic necessities. I've traveled a lot and I've seen this type of service before but I was surprised to see it at Town Ballroom (in the best way possible). It's a nice touch especially when there's a million things you forget when you go out to the bar and don't want to have to carry a million things. Overall it was a great night. There weren't a ton of people there so it getting drinks at the bar was easy. The bar out front is great and the drinks are always on point. It's really cool the way they have giant pictures of a lot of the artists that have performed there over the years. The bar in the back is ok. The bartender seemed annoyed and was damn near inconvenienced by us standing at the bar but I just ignored his ass and enjoyed my night. It was a great night and I look forward to more shows.

    Nietzsche's - Celtic sessions - Saturdays 4 to 7 PM no cover

    Nietzsche's

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    Allentown

    A relic from the past. A Buffalo icon. A fun dive bar like no other. I've been wanting to go back…read moreto Nietzsche's for a long time. So glad that on the spur of my girlfriend invited me to go to hear some jazz piano on a Sunday night. Great way to end the weekend! Small group of silver-haired patrons. They look like relics themselves! The music was great. That atmosphere couldn't be beat. I'm coming back for more fun. Comedy, Celtic music, cartoons and bloody Mary's! I ordered the hummus and veggie plate. I needed a little something to go with my cocktail. I wouldn't come here for dinner, just for the vibe and the music. The bartenders are super friendly. 5 stars!

    As it stands, in the sad old year of 2025, Nietzche's is among the last few GREAT institutions of…read moreAllentown. These are dark, dark times indeed...but somehow, Nietzsche's is a little beacon of light down at the end of Allen Street. From the exterior, it isn't hard to surmise that Nietzche's is a dive bar. Very much coated outside and in with writing on the walls, old photographs, weird relics that have been around for longer than I've been alive, you immediately forget what the sun looks like if you're going in in the daytime. But, that's okay. The people of Allentown will tell you that the dark is comforting...and you wouldn't want to see a place like this properly lit up ANYWAY... But don't get it twisted, what might come off as "rough around the edges" to some, this bar is absolutely one of the coziest, comforting dives and I'm always ecstatic whenever I get the chance to come here. They have a pretty decent variety as far as beverages go. Mostly tap beers, but they have a fridge with plenty of other canned stuff; my go-to is a cider, of course. A cheap PBR is my husband's drink of choice and has been for most of his adult life - and that's what we love about this place! The consistency!! Live music daily. Yes, daily. They literally have a calendar inside that will tell you every musician that has booked a spot that day. Sometimes it's just a solo guy playing in the front of the house, other times there's a full band in the back. Either way, you're going to get a totally unique music experience here, no matter what day you pick or what time you get there! I think they have snacks here?? I can't remember. After The Pink burned down we went to Nietzsche's the next day and they were serving up bagels and cream cheese. Totally unique experience. But I have eaten in this establishment before. However, this place isn't known for it's food, so I wouldn't rely on it. Instead, might I recommend the Jim's SteakOut down the street? Nietzsche's is owned by some pretty good people now, who are putting their heart and soul into keeping the business good and the music flowing for years to come. And I can't wait to go back. Rock on y'all.

    The Colored Musicians Club Of Buffalo - Gregory Burrus at Welcome Banner of The Colored Musicians Museum

    The Colored Musicians Club Of Buffalo

    (15 reviews)

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    Downtown

    I came here to see the museum (on first floor) but did not have a chance to see the club…read more(upstairs). This building is on the national register of historic places. The museum was fantastic, truly a hidden gem and full of lots of local music history. George Scott, the president of the museum, gave us a tour and he shared incredible stories that really brought the history into modern day context. There are several exhibits, including: - a timeline that follows the evolution of American music. Each genre is associated with a time period and has a number, which can be punched into a sound stick so you can hear songs from that era. This exhibit would be interesting to both children and adults. - Buffalo connection to many nationally known musicians - History of the Local 533 union (American Federation of Musicians), who started the Colored Musicians Club. - interactive sound recording studio stations - an interactive band exhibit - and more! I can't say enough great things about how interesting this museum is, and I can't believe how many nationally recognized musicians had a Buffalo connection. I highly recommend the museum, and I actually would love to go back so I could spend more time with the interactive exhibits. It's great for all ages. Reservations can be made online for both in person and virtual tours through MichiganStreetBuffalo.org

    This is a magnificent mural, on a fantastic culturally important site. I believe the buodng is…read moreregistered as a National Historic Place. If not, it should be. The mural was done by William Cooper. Cooper is a Buffalo native and well know as a small shop proprietor and teacher. His mural includes: Allen "Al" Tinney Dodo Greene Duke Ellington Miles Davis Nat King Cole Grover Washington, Jr. Elvin Shepherd Count Basie

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