I just was reminded I forgot to review this place…read more It's tiny but amazing. Had lunch with a person who doesn't not ally like international foods and they loved it. (I loved it too!) It's a small place, has a buffet (on weekends I think) it was a week day it was menu only. Food came fast, hot and tasty. The flavors were great. The peanut broth was my favorite. It was medium spicy compared to buffalo wings, but I'd go hotter if I wasn't with my friend. The person behind the counter also helped with food prep and was happy to help make recommendations on what to try. We will be back. It's close to UB so it's easy to get to.

This is a very laid-back place: When we entered, there was no-one at the counter to greet us. We…read morepicked up menus and sat. Chilled Jarritos, Coke products, and water bottles as beverages; the waiter came quickly and said it would take ten minutes for our order. It took six! The portions were enormous! In retrospect I should have ordered a small, but we didn't specify, and so received a large meal! I could have easily fed three people! The chef thoughtfully put the hot sauce on a side cup of my husband's meal. Like a royal poison taster he asked me to test it. I rated it a three; he gave it a seven...but he was raised in Minnesota. My chicken and rice were great! Loved the side of plantains! We'll be back!

So happy to see some west African restaurants in Buffalo! I got Jollof rice with chicken and stew,…read morefried plantain and Suya. The jollof was a bit bland but the chicken and stew was good! Just wish there was a bit more pepper. You can never go wrong with fried plantain! The Suya was not what I was expecting but was still tasty. I'm used to suya being more dry and would have preferred more Suya seasoning, even if it was just on the side. It is located in like a storefront and there is no seating. I called to make my order for pickup and they were very nice over the phone. They delivered my food to my car and even gave me a free drink since I waited about 5-10mins for my food.

I hate leaving low reviews for small mom and pop places. I really, truly do. But I am going to be…read morehonest, as I always am. When I heard about this place, I was super excited. I love African food, it's so delicious. Unfortunately, this place was not. We had the jollof rice with chicken and the suya kebab. So, the suya kebab was really greasy, and the meat was cheap. The scant amount of seasoning sprinkled on top was delicious, but it didn't save the otherwise bland and unsalted meat. I don't think grease when I think kebab. Ever. So that was a huge disappointment. The jollof rice with chicken was also just not great. The fried chicken was okay, made well enough, but bland. Not even salted. The rice itself was mediocre. And I'm forgiving with rice because rice is a massive staple of my diet. I don't know, it tasted like it was seasoned out of a box, and reheated to be served. Just bland. Overall, a greasy and bland experience that was sadly not worth the money or the excitement I had to try it. I highly doubt I'll be back

(4.5) ~ Very Good Overall Food & Service!…read more MENU (see photo): ** Mousse au Chocolat = (5) Excellent! ** Pastel Beef Empanadas (see photo) = (4.75) Great! ** Poulet Braise Chicken (see photo) = (4.5) Very Good! ** Mikila Ngombe Oxtail (see photo) = (4.5) Very Tasty! ** Ntaba Goat (see photo) = (4.5) Very Tasty! ** Chikwangue (Cassava Bread) = (4.5) Very Unique! ** Fried Plantains (side) = (4.5) Very Good! ** Fufu = (4.5) Very Cool! ** Red Beans (side) = (4.5) Very Tasty! ** Cassava Leaves = (4) very unique ** Hibiscus Juice = (4) very refreshing * Ginger Juice = (3.75) Good * Hot Sauce = (3.75) Good * Jolof Rice = (3.5) good, will try Basmati next time;)

Friendly, wonderful service paired with food that's truly full of flavor and love. Every bite felt…read morethoughtfully prepared, and the warm atmosphere made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend!

Another trip to the West Side Bizarre and another delicious meal consumed. This week it was M Asian…read moreHalal Foods that filled my stomach for dinner and they did a pretty darn good job at it. This was my first time having Pakistani since moving to Buffalo but knowing where this place was located was almost a guarantee that is was going to be fantastic. The menu features a lot of unique items that I absolutely need to try in the future (most notably the goat curry) but the chicken biryani is what drew me in on this day. The gentleman working the counter was friendly and and quick to deliver the food when It was done (nice and hot too!). The rice served with this dish would of been enough alone to satisfy me but the chicken that was underneath it gets 2 thumbs up! I can't put my finger on what exactly the flavouring was but it was absolutely delicious in every way. M Asian Halal Foods is another fantastic addition to the West Side Bizarre. If you are hungry and wanting to get something new, give these guys a shot, you will not be disappointed!

So they're talking about having a black guy play James Bond. Idris Elba, I believe, was the front…read morerunner. So my question is... When are they going to make M Asian? The owners of this little stand, apparently, were wondering the same thing. And considering that one of the other amazing places inside the West Side Bazaar is "007 Asian Food", I think they're trying to tell us something. What to get: Chicken Karahi, or Egg Curry. What not to get: garrotted by one of Q's gadgets. Absolutely spectacular Indian food hidden away in the wonderful West Side Bazaar. One of the newer stands this place specializes in the egg Curry and especially the car. Chicken Karahi is a Pakistani specialty which is absolutely delicious. These guys know how to make it. Every bite is absolutely wonderful. Prices under $10 in the portion will fill you up. It's nice and oily just the way I like it. Indian food is a little like Chinese and Mexican food in that (a) there are a massive number of varieties, many of which are nothing like each other, and (b) the majority of people in the US don't know or understand the cuisine whatsoever. What most Americans think is Indian, Chinese or Mexican food is absolutely not. It's probably bland, overly-sugary gentrified crap that was literally invented to sell to Americans, which the majority of people from the culture or country in question, would never go near. Such as the dish "Butter Chicken" which is about as authentic as a Taco Bell taco. And as bland, sugary, and spiceless, too. Yay Murica. What you need to do when you go for Indian or Pakistani food - if you've chosen well and picked a place that has some real Indian food, like this stand does - is to pick dishes that are actually authentic. In this case, the Egg Curry and the Chicken Karahi are both delicious, full of flavour and spice, and must-try dishes. The samosa is also excellent. If you haven't been to the West Side Bazaar, you haven't really experienced Buffalo Cuisine. We have some of the most delicious treats hidden around the region and this place is one of the very best. While you're in here, get a fruit smoothie (no milk, ask for real fruit) from Gourmet Lao, as well as the sticky rice from 007 and the Garlic Chicken soup from the Burmese place across from M Asian. Now I'm going to write to the Broccoli family (and the late Ian Fleming) and Daniel Craig (and Sean Connery) and ask when the hell they are going to make M Asian. Speaking of which, I'll take the rapists for 400. And I want Swords for 600. That's not what your mother said last night Trebek.

Still great here! Stopped in grabbed the tea, best one in town! The staff here is just so amazing,…read moresuper friendly.

Took my son here to celebrate his new job and it easily became our new favorite place!…read moreUpon arriving, a young gentleman had us pick our seat, brought menus, and a pitcher of ice cold water. I ordered the namprik pao, my son the kimchi fried rice. Both were fantastic!! Mine was so good I don't know if I could even bring myself to order anything different and I want it again today to be honest! There is a 6% discount when paying cash. Pay at counter (check doesn't come to your table). I'm looking forward to coming back soon!

Finally got the chance to try Bratts Hill for dinner and eat inside, and I was honestly blown away…read more From the outside, you would never expect such a beautiful interior. The space is intimate with a bar, cozy seating, warm lighting, and a great vibe. They had the garage door open, we caught a beautiful breeze, and even got a view of the fireworks that night. The staff was welcoming, the music was great, and the overall energy of the place was unmatched. We started with the saltfish fritters and lamb ribs. The fritters had a nice crunch with a flavorful filling and paired really well with the sauce they came with. But those lamb ribs... easily the highlight for me. I don't eat pork and haven't had ribs in years, so this was such a treat. They were tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The pickled cabbage on the side added the perfect balance. I could've ordered 10 plates of those and been happy. The oxtail ragu continued to raise the bar. A lot of places have you searching for the meat, but this was loaded with actual oxtail, almost more meat than pasta. You can tell this food is made with care. The sticky toffee pudding was the perfect ending. Warm spices, ice cream, and toffee [or butterscotch?] drizzle came together beautifully. It wasn't overly sweet, and I finished it before my friend could even get a bite. The chef even came out to introduce himself, and we had a great conversation. They also ended the meal with warm lavender hand towels, which was such a thoughtful touch. I already liked Bratts Hill, but dining in took it to another level. 10/10.

A friend was in town ...so why not dinner?…read more We decided to give Bratt Hill a try. OMG it was such a busy night. Anything ordered took a while before coming out. We all decided on something different and dessert was an absolute must. I wasn't the hungriet, I decided on lamb ribs , a side or rice and peas with gravy, the salt fish balls and for dessert I opted for the Brulee. I also tasted the toffee pudding. The ambiance was marvelous. The restaurant was packed and the wait staff was doing the absolute best. One of the cooks, Chris came out and chatted with us at the end of the night. He was eager to hear about our experience and expressed to us how sorry he was for the long waits. He mentioned Chef Darian being on Chef Ramsay's show and how that has made business pick up. The food was delicious , the flavors were authentic and I would definitely go back for another great meal. The restaurant was very clean and cozy.

We absolutely loved our food from Abyssinia Ethiopian Cuisine and Pattaya Street Food! There are…read moreseveral other options there too and the whole place is a great vibe to chill, eat and have a drink. We are so lucky to have delicious diverse food like this in downtown Buffalo!

UPDATE: I'm back…read moreagain! One thing I didn't mention before is that this spot is set up like a bazaar, with about 5 different food vendors all in one building, which makes it really fun if you like options. This time there was jazz playing which set a lovely mood. I tried Abyssinia Ethiopian Cuisine and got the combination plate: doro wat, beef tibs, cabbage, lentils, chickpeas, and spinach. Huge portion, took it to go, and the service was actually really nice. The food itself? Absolutely amazing. Great spice, flavorful chickpeas, tender cabbage with carrots and potatoes, balanced spinach, and doro wat felt like a little bonus treat. 10/10, no complaints. Then I made the mistake of going back to Soe's Kitchen for the mango sticky rice. The staff were short and dry (again), no smiles, no warmth, and it looked like they were annoyed I was there. The "sticky rice" was actually a mushy brown mess swimming in coconut milk with hard, unripe mango on top. Nary a grain of rice was found. It looked like it had been sitting there forever. I couldn't even eat it. This disappointed me bc I was very excited to try it, 0/10. ** I want to be clear, the International House itself is awesome. Lots of fun vendors, a cool vibe, and great options. Hence the 4 stars. I just can't recommend this particular mango sticky rice vendor.

Fantastic food, great prices and good quantity. Highly recommend…read more I ordered the yummy Nehari (Pakistani curry not on menu but they make it) and kabobs. Both are really great. Nice place to eat in or take out.

This place is awesome. I went on a whim one day, and wanted to try a dish that I am not familiar…read morewith. So I ordered the Shahi Haleen with Naan-- and it was sooooo delicious, fresh, and plentiful! For an incredibly reasonable price, there was enough for leftovers the following day. I am definitely getting food here again. The service was friendly and the restaurant was pleasant and clean, despite its hole in the wall appearance from the outside.