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    Penny Lane

    3.6 (90 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    PENNY LANE ATMOSPHERE

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    Hipster
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    Live music
    Moderate noise

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    Susan S.

    A fun restaurant decorated really cute! Lots of pretty lighting! Our server was awesome! My Mom and I both got wraps. She got the turkey bacon on a spinach wrap and I got the Mac attack on sun-dried tomato. Both were delicious and we loved them! The restaurant was very clean and disinfected. I don't have any complaints at all and enjoyed our lunch tremendously!

    Outside with a fire pit!
    Courtney M.

    I reallyy enjoy coming to Penny Lane whether it's for lunch or even a drink at the bar and live music. The Mac Attack wrap was great - like a Big Mac so come on! The artichoke and banana pepper dip was good- the toast a little too toasty The bruschetta has a great flavor Wednesday nights are open mic nights and I love that there is outdoor seating and a fire pit. I also love live music and lights. Check this place out! (When you can)

    Lindsay W.

    I've been wanting to check this place out for years and finally did last night. There was live music (phish cover band) and the place was booming with business. There is a cute outdoor patio in the front of the building or you can enjoy the music driven interior. We sat at the bar and were lucky enough to meet the owner, who was as friendly to us as the regulars enjoying their night. The food and drinks were decent, but the atmosphere paired with the friendly service were what will bring me back again. We really enjoyed our time, and you will too!

    Girl dancing to advertise penny lane. She's in people's brains.
    Fox E.

    Penny Lane is in my ear, and I wish she would get out, because it's kind of creepy, I mean other than an insect who goes and crawls into someone's ear? Not to mention the fact that's she'd have to be f***ing small as f*** to even get inside the ear. But she's in there alright. And it bothers me. What to get: Pretty much everything is good, I like the bacon and egg bagel, breakfast food, etc. What else: When they first opened, they had a girl doing hula-hoops outside wearing ripped ballet clothes. That was interesting. I've Lane down my recommendation for many places in Buffalo, but give me a Penny for my thoughts on this one. Little adorable family-owned spot that hasn't been here long, trying to make it in an area that's dominated by Mazia's (who have been known to campaign against other local businesses and be hyper-competitive, but you didn't hear it from me), and are holding their own, keeping their heads above water, and providing a unique, homemade and delicious menu to Clarence locals and Buffalonians. If you haven't given Penny Lane a try, come out and see what you think. Before the end of the meal, she'll be in your ear and in your eye, which might require a napkin and some eye drops. Enjoy a nice homemade meal under the clear blue suburban skies. Or slate grey, usually, since it's WNY. Also try nearby Buffalo Joe's, closer to Williamsville also on Main St, which is a similar and similarly delicious concept. Maybe if they sell a few more breakfast sandwiches, they'll soon be Dollar Lane.

    Ambiance
    Marilyn W.

    Another wonderful find in the heart of Clarence! If you're a Beatles fan you definitely have to go not only for the scenery and music but for the wonderful food. I got a piano bread which was out of this world. Savory truffle piano bread With basil pesto, artichokes, roasted red peppers,Bring onions and Bree, drizzled with truffle oil YUM!

    Robyn G.

    Such a fab bohemian/hippie hideaway in Clarence . Penny Lane Cafe is such a fun , eclectic gem , unlike anything else in Clarence , in fact , unlike anything else in any surrounding areas . It's a bit divey , a bit kitschy , but all around groovy space. Is it a bar ? Is it a coffee shop ? A quick spot for dinner with live music on a Friday night ? It is all of the above . I loved the quirky 60's rock n roll , Rolling Stone vibe. I'm quite surprised there was not one hint of nag champa incense in the place . The Beatles music playing in the background is the perfect obvious choice . There is a coffee and tea bar, so you help yourself to locally sourced coffee and teas after ordering. The menu is unique with some very interesting flatbread options . Mine included lox salmon , red onion , eggs and capers and was quite good . Options are somewhat limited, but they are fairly adventurous . My partner did have a simple everything bagel with sausage and cheese which was delicious . Mimosas are on the brunch menu , as well as a tempting bloody mary offering . Our waitress was sweet ,but she seemed to struggle a bit taking our order , and then brought us the wrong plates . This was quickly rectified thankfully , because the flat bread she brought me looked divine ! It wouldn't necessarily fit the eclectic vibe, but I would love to see a basic breakfast option on the menu-oatmeal, or bacon eggs and toast..other than that I can't find room for improvement. There are a couple of great eclectic outdoor seating areas that would be wonderful when the weather gets warmer . I understand they grow fresh herbs right there in their own garden. All in all , this place really works for me , and it will be a regular stop when in the area.

    Awesome bar and eclectic  decor
    Sparkle P.

    I stopped into this little place and it reminded me of being somewhere on Elmwood Ave. It's eccentric and eclectic ambience is unmistakable. I love all the decor hanging around. The owner works onsite...and she's a true people person. She was doing some minor adjustments to during our visit and you can see the pride in her eyes. The outside looks like a small park of sorts ...there was chalk drawings, benches and just a little hang out area. Now to the food ....you can never go wrong with a turkey club and chips right. They actually allow you to pick your flavor and serve a bag. . I'm not a fan of kettle chips ..so blah ... The sandwich while constructed well and generous ...someone over did it with mayo ...so it was sliding off the bread with each bite. We actually had to use a knife to take some off. They have a nice assortnent of smoothies The flavor was on point. They also have a great selection of tea. I'd definitely go again if nothing but to check out the entertainment for the fall.

    I bet this patio is really lovely on a sunny day!
    Joley B.

    This is a fun and funky little place in Clarence. It's a perfect location for meeting friends as I come in from Rochester. There is limited parking out front, but around the side of the plaza/complex there seemed to be more if needed. Everyone working in the cafe was friendly, helpful, and laid back. I felt welcomed and the space was inviting. I wish the day had been warmer, as my friend and I would probably have sat outside. Instead we chose a taller round table near a window. (The stool chairs were great with rungs for your feet - BONUS). Actually - that was my only complaint, the other tables were really LONG and it felt like you were sitting miles away from your dining partner. For my meal I ordered a "cluckin pesto" panini. The panini bread was done to perfection, and there was plenty of pesto. The chicken was cooked to my liking, but it may have been a bit too much chicken for my sandwich eating preferences. For a side I went with a pasta salad. Vegetarians beware - there was ham in the pasta salad. I'm not complaining of course - I just want you to be aware. It was actually quite tasty. I ordered a Tart Cherry Bomb to drink. It came it a delightful glass and lived up to it's TART namesake. Yum. I ordered take out coffee to go for my drive home, and ended up drinking it before we left. My friend and I got into our conversation and I was sipping away. The coffee is a self-serve in caraffes bar, but it was fine for my needs. Overall, a lovely experience. The fun decor and cozy atmosphere make it a great spot to gather with friends!

    This is the owner....beware folks!!

    Absolutely the worst experience I've ever had while going out to eat. The food was greasy, messy, and tasted bad. I believe the chicken was actually BAD! When telling the owner how bad it was she threw a fit and told me I was wrong. No apologies, no sincerity no customer service whatsoever. I also had to listen to this crazy woman scream obscenities across the dining room to her employees. What an awful experience. I DO NOT recommend this place!

    Alfredo Linguini Pastatini
    Nick S.

    Came with a small group and got the Linguini Alfredo Pastatini. It was actually surprisingly delicious and came in a giant martini glass as advertised. It was more pasta than I could finish in one sitting as a grown adult man. There was a band scheduled for the night when we arrived that we were unaware of and a cover charge they were nice enough to waive because we were only there for food and early anyway. Overall, the setting was exactly what you would expect, dimly lit and some great Beatles music playing with some very creative decor. The hostess was very welcoming and kind and the waitress was attentive and prompt. No complaints after my visit and would recommend to anyone for a quick bite or a large pasta meal.

    ''Tis the season
    Karen M.

    Met friends for dinner, Friday night, live band. Personally got up and counted FIFTY patrons. There was ONE server. ONE. Had this not been the second time in a month this happened I would have chocked it up to some unfortunate circumstance. However, I think this is how Penny Lane does business. The server did her best, but keeping fifty people happy on a Friday night, alone, ain't happening. Boo. Not a good business model. Cool interior, artistic decor but understaffed is not a place I'm returning to.

    Salmon Dance salad with white balsamic dressing.
    Perry G.

    This is probably our favorite place in Buffalo right now to get a yummy wrap! We first started going to PL in the spring of this year. Again, Yelp pointed us in the right direction for good eats. If you don't live in Clarence, it's a bit of a drive, but worth it! Our go-to wrap is the Zesty Club Wrap - shaved turkey, bacon, tomato and lettuce on grilled tortilla wrap with a zesty Cajun mayo. Choice of wraps include wheat, spinach and tomato. We like the tomato for this wrap! Wraps come with your choice of kettle chips as a side. We have also tried the tuna wrap and the smoked salmon salad. If you like a fun and funky atmosphere with lots of Cat Stevens and Bob Dylan playing on the stereo, eat in and have a cup of locally dried teas with your wrap. There is also ample seating on the patio outside (if you bring your dog on the patio, they'll give them a bowl of water). The only thing keeping PL from a 5 star rating is consistency and service - sometimes the wraps are packed with more lettuce than other times (and less of the other toppings) and eat-in service can be very slow at times. They just renovated recently, so check them out!

    Beer
    Eileen H.

    Stopped in to see the band & have a beer. The decor is eclectic. The clientele is middle age and up. Just like me. It was fun.

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    Great food in a hippie atmosphere. Sandwiches were great! Will be back soon. The staff did a great job. The music was excellent !

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