Another Friday, another fish (&chips) fry. Banshee had a classic Buffalo fish fry but I went for the Irish favorite fish & chips. They have both on their regular menu so you don't need to wait for Friday. The dish was fresh and delicious, the beer batter light and crunchy. The chips though are the highlight for me. I love their crispy flatness. The service was excellent even for a very busy St. Patrick's weekend early evening when Riverdance is playing just up the street. Keep in mind bar area can be raucous if there's sports on, but you can get a quiet table if you reserve in advance. But, sure have a pint of the dark stuff with your dinner. read more

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We loved the atmosphere of this pub! Visited in the late afternoon in April 2026. Wasn't crowded, food was great (especially the fish & chips), beverage selection was fantastic. Friendly staff. If you're in Buffalo, this is a win. read more

We had an amazing time here before a show. The spinach artichoke dip was top tier, no joke. The potato French fries also blew me away, they're like crispy on the outside almost like potato skins and not too much potato inside. I'm going to come back just for the fries again. Service was great and mood was a true Irish pub of course. Can't wait to come back! read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Spinach artichoke dip - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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We loved this place. Melissa took care of us one day and Teagan the other. Great service. Everyone was so friendly. On Sunday we had brunch and it was very good. Cool Irish decor everywhere. Made us feel like we were in Ireland . read more

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Irish fare and live music as well as beer , cozy seating and fireplaces Close to the train and parking read more

Ordered the fish and chips with macaroni salad and was not disappointed! The fish was extremely flakey and the crust was perfect. The fries were very good and had just the right amount of crunch. Would definitely eat here again. read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

The pub has a great vibe & plenty of space. The food was outstanding & the drinks were equally as good. Their whiskey menu is one of the most expansive you'll find anywhere. Solid tap beers & their cocktails were tasty. Staff were super friendly as well. Recco!! read more

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We haven't been to a more authentic Irish Pub in Buffalo. On this particular visit, we decided to come here on a Sunday morning for an Irish breakfast. This was very similar to the ones we had in Ireland. As it was a Sunday morning, it was almost empty, though Im sure it was very busy and happening the previous night. The service was great, the staff was friendly, the prices were reasonable, the place was clean, and we loved the ambiance of the place. We definitely need to visit here more often. read more

Chicken pot pie can be hit or miss. Get to the Banshee if you want some that hits! I loved the deconstructed take on traditional pot pie. The "filling" was thick and flavorful. The puff pastry that served as the "crust" was crispy and airy. A must have! read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Chicken Pot Pie - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

i'm not much of a drinker but the food here is excellent. a $22 shepards pie gives me like 2 dinners after i'm full at the restaurant. it's huge! read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - shepherds pie and curry chips - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Great Irish bar Monday night chicken wing special is great Staff is very nice and attentive Good selection of brews read more

My friends and I went to a movie at the AMC a few streets over today, and beforehand we decided to find a place to grab a bite to eat. We were seated fairly quickly, and while our waitress didn't have much of a personality, she was pleasant. Our problem was the food was very overpriced and was quite bland. We had the chicken tenders which could not have been pounded thinner. I had a grilled chicken sandwich which had no flavor at all, and we also had potato skins which were a bit undercooked. We like trying new places and don't regret trying it, but we will not be back. read more

It was a long day and we didn't feel like cooking dinner so we opted to try somewhere new for takeout. Since it was Pretzel Day, my wife really wanted a soft pretzel. After a couple minutes, we realized Banshee was our best option. I called and ordered our food. They said about 30-45 minutes since it was the dinner rush. No worries there! Plus I think there was a show at Shea's happening too so understandably busy. I showed up to pick up the food and one of my favorite Irish songs was playing. Super great service and a great vibe every time I am here. I got the Banshee burger and it was SO GOOD. The burger was cooked perfectly and had a really good flavor to it. The lettuce and onion were fresh and gave it a nice texture. Their chipotle ketchup is delicious here too. And I love the fries that they have here. They're so good with the pepper and salt added to them. My wife had the pretzel and it was HUGE even chopped up to fit in the container. The mustard and cheese are so good. Usually you get the nacho cheese out of a container or bag with a soft pretzel but these both tasted like they were made fresh. We also got a slice of the Bailey's cheesecake but it was so good we didn't even have a chance for a picture. Probably one of the best cheesecakes I've had. Very creamy and had a great flavor that made you wonder how much Bailey's was really in it. Haha Overall, I have always loved Banshee for their vibes, beer, and brunch but now I'm going to have to add dinner to the list too. Great experience and will absolutely recommend to anyone in the area. Cheers! read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Banshee Burger - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Everything but the mac salad is the same. Fresh food, comes out piping hot, but someone changed the mac salad and its not as good, has a weird aftertaste almost like maybe Caesar dressing?? Def not as good!! Fries still awesome, wifes beef on weck was more like chunks of beef than shaved beef.... read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Fish and Chips - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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This is the definition of Irish comfort food! And they have a huge selection of Irish Whiskeys to wash it all down. My preference is to sit in front of the fireplace and the back wall library. Mostly those tables are for two. Comfy cozy read more

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We really enjoyed this place it was fun and has a great old pub feel to it. I was thrilled to get a killkenny Irish cream ale for the first time in a while and the reuben was fantastic! The service was quick and efficient with loads of seating and good prices. Parking available on the street and nearby! read more

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The food was pretty good! They have a great variety of beers as well. The service was a bit slow it took about 10 minutes to get our food after we ordered. This is not a place for a family, it's a good drinking spot for sports or a bachelor party. It was very loud and rowdy when we went there. read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Shepherd's Pie - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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The food was incredible. Probably the best Brussels sprouts I've ever had. Amazing atmosphere and staff. read more

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Nah. This place just turned away me and all my friends because our ID's were from out of state. You guys have never had visitors before?? locals only I guess read more

Beef on weck was amazing! The fries were even better! Something about the way the fries were cut made for the perfect side! Twice as good as a chip and three times as good from a normal cut fry. As far as my main dish of BoW, the flavor was all there-horseradish and dip made for a perfect combo and my meat was extremely tender! The mule was delicious and refreshing as well. The other winner this night was the shepherds pie...looked amazing and tasted even better! Perfectly layered with beef, veggies, and topped with potatoes it made for the perfect winter dish! The Banshee had an amazing atmosphere and even had the U2 cover band playing that night right upstairs. It was lively with the fun Irish pub feel. The staff was very friendly and helpful with our big group! Everything came out to our liking and our server was very attentive to us all. read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

These might be the beg French fries I have ever eaten. I'm going back just for the fries. My drink was good but didn't have the garnish in the description. That being said, there was only one bartender and she was slammed. read more

Stopped in during a day of drinking with my husband and we were very impressed! Service was great, drinks were good and the bartenders were attentive. They had rugby on and the volume was perfect for us. Will be going back! read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

TERRIBLE!!! Service was dreadful, the food was not delivered on time AT ALL, and wasn't the same as was described on the menu (menu said the steak came with asparagus, and broccoli was on the plate instead). Diners who came in 45 minutes after us were served 20 minutes before us. Do yourself a favor, and stop at the nearest dumpster for dinner...the food and service will be far better read more

Stopped here for a cocktail after a brunch nearby on a chilly Sunday afternoon. There were three of us and we were promptly greeted by the proprietor and directed to a cozy table in front of a gas fireplace on the first floor. The pub wasn't very busy and many of those already there were gathered around a large central bar watching soccer. The establishment has had quite a few updates recently. I ordered a Sullivan's Porter on tap which was promptly served as ordered. My wife ordered a Prosecco and our friend ordered wine. Looks like a fine addition to downtown Buffalo. read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Exterior - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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This place is the damn best! We sat here for about 5 Guinness each and an order of wings and I've never been more content.

My first time to Banshee! I would definitely go back. I went on a Sunday morning around 10 AM to watch a soccer game. Staff was attentive and friendly, food and drinks were good! French toast was pretty classic diner French toast - a little soggy but flavor was still very good. I was impressed with how extensive the menu was. Good vibes and energy all around. Definitely wasn't too packed when I went. read more

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Went there to get some Kilkenny beers since you don't always find it and it's one of my favorite, read some other reviews that the food was good so also got their fish and chips which was sooo good. Service is also great, awesome Irish pub with good vibes. read more

Food is so good for a bar food place! The service is nice, a bit slow, and the Ambiance is amazing especially in March

The best Irish Pub on US soil. Wether it's a quick pint of Guinness or a Sunday Brunch, Banshee will come through with perfection every time. Rugby, Football, and all local sports are celebrated daily. Check it out and see for yourself. I stop here anytime I'm in Buffalo. Authentic. read more

So this review is a follow up to a review I posted back in the fall of 2023 in which I said the quality of food had gone way down and the food took a very long time to get. We went back on Tuesday before a show at Sheas and only because the owner/manager had sent a gift certificate to make up for our experience last time. Very happy we went back. The quality of the food was back to where it used to be. Probably one of the best crocks of French onion soup we've ever had. Steak sandwich was delicious and juicy and the meatloaf was hearty. Our server was friendly and attentive despite being short staffed. I will say... you need to leave a bit more time than you may think if you have somewhere to go after, but the atmosphere is rustic and fun, so just have a drink from the bar. Glad we gave this place another go. Thanks Conor read more

Went there for st. Patrick's day. Couldn't be more pleased. We had a reservation and got seated immediately. Service was fast and friendly and the food was out of this world. I think I'd sell my soul for more sticky toffee pudding. If you want an idea of their service I watched a man straight up slap a glass of beer out of the waitresses hands (he was a hand talker and it was an accident) and into the wall. She was super kind about it and someone (a manger or owner) came over and immediately changed out everything and cleaned everything up while the server got a new beer. Everyone was kind and quick about it and had I not happened to catch it out of the corner of my eye. they were so discrete Idt I would have. As a table we tried the Sheppards fries, the corned beef and cabbage, corned beef sandwich and sticky toffee pudding and all were incredible. Definitely will be back! read more

I have always loved this cozy Irish bar in Buffalo NY! It is now under new ownership the Banshee Irish Pub.....used to be Darcy Macgees Still great atmosphere, food and service Do stop in, you won't be disappointed read more

'Cause wherever you go around the world you'll find an Irish pub - they have the fiddlehead ipa on tap - Wings have been great - garlic parm and buffalo are my old reliables - Irish pubs always do it right read more

Got to meet one of the owners -Kevin and he was so friendly and kept coming over to talk and joke with us. I loved the vibe here!! I want to come back on a weekend night when they have live music. The food was super good too! The shepherds pie fries were so delicious!! I ordered the chicken pot pie- love when they have a fresh puff pastry on top. I can't wait to go back! read more

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Had a great time here with friends! Went bowling nearby and wanted something cozy to eat so we decided to give The Banshee a try. I do love a beef on weck so I have this one a go. The beef was a little dry but it was still very yummy. Fries were nice and crispy. There was live music happening when we arrived which just added to our adventure of a day. Loud atmosphere, major Irish pub feels, and a nice cocktail list as well. Also brings on big nostalgia for Buffalo kids who spent any time on the roof at Skybar. What a time to be alive. I'll be back with my fish and chips loving husband for sure! read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Beef on weck - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Why wouldn't I visit an Irish bar during St Patricks Day weekend..what else does one do in Buffalo? Stopped in for a bite to eat and some Irish music. The Facebook posts prior to arriving seemed to confuse a few of us with when reservations were being taken and not. So we did show up with no reservations available seeing as we thought it was first come first serve. We did luck out and find a spot at the bar with one stool to at least order some dishes and grab some drinks. There were so many bartenders working for the busy weekend yet long waits to even get a menu or drink. Ended up ordering the Shepard fries, chicken fingers, and Irish potatoe skins. Shepard fries was like a Shepard pie on top of a bed of skinny steak fries with melted cheese. It was delicious!! Chicken fingers were thick but a little on the small side but the potatoe skins made up for the portion. These things were huge! Food and beer was good and crisp. After eating we made our way outside to the band. Obviously a winter day in Buffalo, we know has a chance of being chilly. In past they used to have plastic walls around the patio with the big heaters. The heaters are still there but definitely were not on. Still had a great time as we were distracted from the cold by the amazing band! read more

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Formally Darcy McGees , this Irish pub on Chippewa was our dinner club spot for the month of March . I sat at the bar for a couple of beers before our entire party arrived , then we were led to a cozy area near a bookshelf and a fireplace . As a last minute request , I did ask for separate checks for all of us . She was a bit unsure if she could accommodate it , but she actually did quite well separating the bills. I ordered an Irish Specialty , Shepherds pie . It came piping hot with a generous portion of creamy potatoes . I could have used a bit more gravy, but it hit the spot . The rest of our group had some hits and misses . I feel like as long as you stick to something with potatoes here, (beer too ) you will walk away with a full stomach and happy. read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Shepherds pie - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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It's an Irish pub in downtown Buffalo. Classic dining area with some historical and homey touches, like sofa benches and a fireplace. Both indoor and outdoor spot for live music. Staff fairly attentive with decent service speed. Not sure if the age requirement for service is 21, though visit was during a Santa bar crawl. Dining menu is typical Irish pub food like sandwiches and entrees. Good selection of beers on tap too. Went with a chicken pot pie with mashed potatoes. Found the gravy a bit salty and the crust buttery, though still a good portion relative to price. read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Chicken pot pie - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Had some lovely bangers and mash here before a play at Sheas one night. Service was good, though at the time the restaurant was pretty empty. Small menu of Irish specialities like bangers and mash, shepherds pie, and shepherds pie fries (Irish poutine). Delicious food, good drinks, clean tables and bathrooms. Food came pretty quickly and we got our appetizer first. Plenty of time left after eating to chat and have drinks before our play. read more

The Banshee Irish Pub - Bangers and mash - Pubs Near Me - Buffalo, New York

No no no no no no noooooooooooo you can not call this an Irish pub when the shepherds pie is more like mashed potato pie and the fish and problem frozen fish. Service was nice though read more