This restaurant actually makes vegetables taste memorable! Bravo. If you like rose wine, try the one from the Willmette Valley in Oregon. It has really nice body, great color and depth. I had the Halibut. It was delicious, My friend and I shared the two ice creams: peach and vanilla with lavender. I think the lavender could have been a little more subtle but we ate it all. A nice ending to dinner. read more

Food was great I had their drink with cider in it, the grilled broccoli small plate with combining flavors that are amazing, and the sea bass which melted in your mouth. My boyfriend had the burger which was prob number on his list of burgers( he's had a lot of them too) and we shared their cookie an chocolate moose dessert which again all homemade and delish! Would def go back an they def know how to cook veggies awesome! read more

Girlfriend and I came in with another couple and was focused on getting the burger everyone talks about. I want disappointed. Burger was delicious, fries were really salty, too much for me but the rest of the table loved them. Server knew his stuff and made us laugh throughout the night. Got the broccoli appetizer and it was one of the best I've had! Definitely give it a shot. read more

Juan Juan Juan! Love it. Great food and fun service. Overall good vibe. The actual building is lacking but it's the food and people inside that makes it a good experience. read more

This place is my favorite spot in Buffalo. The bartenders and waitstaff are very attentive and friendly. I've never had a dish here that I didn't enjoy and I've had many that are absolutely spectacular. Ask the bartenders for wine or cocktail recommendations. They are very knowledgeable and can give you some great pairings with your food. read more

As someone who grew up in Black Rock and lives in the area, I am always excited when new businesses open in the neighborhood. I had been anxiously awaiting the opening of The Dapper Goose, so naturally I had to visit on the first soft opening night. I just had one drink, The Hecklinger, a wonderfully spicy rye cocktail with amaro and vermouth. This was as good of a drink as I've had in Buffalo, or anywhere for that matter, and so my first impression was overwhelmingly positive. I couldn't get that cocktail or this place out of my mind, so the next night I returned. This time I started with the King Cole, a classic bourbon and fernet drink, nicely done. I moved onto the Better Loud Than Too Late, made with rum, strega, pineapple, BBQ and lemon. Wow! This one really blew me away. The flavor was unique, but somehow familiar at the same time. I ordered the blackened green beans as a snack, and they had a deliciously savory flavor, and a spicy kick. I am a fan of meat, but great vegetarian options abound here. Finally, I had the Clover Club, a refreshing cocktail of gin, vermouth, raspberry, lemon and frothy egg white. Everything I tried that night was outstanding. Fast forward to the official opening night on Wednesday, and there I was again, this time with my significant other. The place had been open for four nights, and I had been there for three of them. What can I say? I was excited about it! I ordered another Hecklinger, and it was just as good as the first time. The companion ordered the Better Loud Than Too Late on my recommendation, and loved it. For food, he had the gazpacho, the country pate, and the ricotta with honey and almonds. I went with the Korean Fried Chicken with kimchi fried rice and spicy cucumbers, which I had been dreaming about ever since I first saw it. The gazpacho came out first, and it was something I would have never ordered. I am so happy that he chose it, because now that I've tried it, I want to go back for more. It tastes like summer in a bowl. The ricotta was fresh, nicely sweet, and served with delightful toasted bread. I didn't try the pate, but I'm told it was very good. Now, about that chicken... it is every bit as good as it looks and sounds. It was incredibly crispy on the outside, moist and juicy inside, and so flavorful. The kimchi fried rice had a nice kick, and the pickled cucumbers offset the sweet and spicy flavor of the chicken perfectly. To end our meal, we each ordered the concord grape tart with lime buttermilk whipped cream. It was served hot, and had a good balance of sweet and tart, with a nicely crisp crust. To top it all off, we were presented with the opportunity to try a wonderful Madeira, the perfect end to a great meal. This place is really good. Not just good for Black Rock, or good for Buffalo. It needs no qualifiers. I can't forget to mention that the owner and all of the staff are incredibly welcoming, personable, and make the whole experience a pleasure, whether you are having drinks at the bar or dining at a table. We have since brought a group of friends for cocktails, and everyone was as impressed as we are. I can't wait to see what else they have in store for us. Welcome to Black Rock, Dapper Goose! read more

This was a really excellent dining experience. My relatives came to town and I am fairly new to the area so we tried it out on a whim. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. It's a smaller space but we got a same day reservation for 3. Our waitress was very knowledgeable and personable and explained the menu to us in great detail. The food was delicious and the environment was excellent. read more

My wife and I ventured out in a recent snowstorm to have dinner at The Dapper Goose. The food and the service upon arrival made the white-knuckle drive worth every stressful moment. This is a restaurant where everyone cares and does their job well. It started with the greeting we received from the host; he gave us a warm smile and accommodated us with a table, even though we did not have a reservation (we think the weather kept someone at home). The restaurant does not have many tables. The owners have resisted the temptation to cram in extra seating, and the result is a most comfortable dining experience. Our cozy table for two was perfect; and we were greeted promptly by a friendly, young waiter. The drink menu is not extensive, but the choices were clearly made with care. Every variety of beer is represented, and the list of wines by the glass is also varied. The food menu is also brief, but it is full of interesting choices. My wife had a glass of sparkling pinot noir, a bowl of tortilla soup, and vegetarian lasagna. I had a stout, grilled cauliflower with green goddess dressing, and Korean fried chicken. Everything was delicious, but my chicken was outstanding - the skin was crispy but the meat remained juicy. While we dined our server checked on us several times, and our water glasses never got below half full. For dessert we shared olive oil cake and I ordered a White Russian. The waiter informed me that they did not have Kahlua, but that the bartender would try and create a similar cocktail without it. The bartender brought my drink over himself, and explained what he had made with pride. The drink was creative and pleasing to the senses, right down to the sprinkle of nutmeg added to the top. The thought and care evident in every aspect of The Dapper Goose make it a must for anyone looking for enjoyable dining experience. read more

Excellent, would go back. Table service very fast, drinks surprising and delicious. Had the burger and it was cooked perfectly, dressed thoughtfully. Dining companion had papardelle, which was very filling and decadent for a vegetarian dish. read more

Food on drink we're on point. We had to wait on our table because some people were lingering and the service staff took care of our first round of drinks and a small plate. Couldn't have asked for better experience - will be back soon! read more

I really hope this restaurant succeeds. The food, the cocktails, the ambiance were all excellent. The shrimp toast was devine, as well as the mushroom small plate. There were many local and seasonal options to craft a meal from. The cocktails were complex and tasty, and the service felt very homey. The only problem I saw was that on a Saturday night, it was not full. Come out and support this restaurant! It is a gem, just like its predecessor, and should be filled with patrons on a summer Saturday night. read more

Great food with plenty of gluten free options. The staff is friendly and had great recommendations on what to order. I will be back next time I'm in Buffalo! read more

I love this restaurant! It's patio is adorable and the food is great!! I love the halibut!

Great, hidden gem in Black Rock. All the food was terrific. The Duck Confit got a stellar review from my wife, and Juan's suggestions for the wine and the cheese plate were inspired. With my luck, it will get really popular and I won't be able to eat there anymore! read more

The bar itself was phenomenal, they have garden themed drinks that add nutrition to your 'tail. Didn't quite kill my appetite though, gave that menu a great workout. Service was top notch as well. read more

The best meal I've had in Buffalo. The food is creative and delicious; the waitstaff is knowledgeable, friendly, and enthusiastic. It's not to be missed! It is officially on our itinerary for visitors so they can see what the Buffalo renaissance has to offer. read more

After hearing nothing but rave reviews from friends who have dined at The Dapper Goose, I was looking forward to finally taste what everyone has been talking about. I'm disappointed to report that the entire meal was nothing short of underwhelming and left nothing but a big hole in my wallet. We started with the ricotta toast and chicken liver mousse. The ricotta toast was rather bland and lacked much needed citrus -- it was okay. The chicken liver was good, but nothing to write home about. Next game our entrees that consisted of the burger and fries and the famous Korean Fried Chicken. Look, I've seen Korean Fried Chicken featured in many cooking shows and have read up on it. I've often gone to bed dreaming of cracking into its sweet, crispy exterior and into the succulent, juicy meat underneath it. So when the dish came out I was beyond excited, but that excitement quickly turned to disappointment and frustration. The chicken was fried until there was barely any meat on the bone. Of the paltry amount of meat that was left, it was dry and practically inedible. Essentially all that was there was the sweet, fried skin that was more comparable to stained glass candy. Now as a savory candy, I suppose this would've worked but this was a dish that cost $24 and was supposed to be, well, chicken. On the positive side, the kimchi rice and pickled cucumbers were very tasty. On the other side of the table was a burger vying for the Guinness world record of tiniest burger ever. It was more like a slider than a full-size burger. Now on to the service...our server was nice enough but our food took quite some time to come out following our appetizers. Clearly this was not her fault, but an update would've been appreciated. When asked how our food was we both hesitated and didn't want to complain so I replied, "pretty good." I'm also pretty sure she got the message. So for two drinks, two appetizers, and two meals we spent over $100...and I'm sorry to say, I'll never do it again. read more

Farm to table restaurant with excellent food and service. My new Buffalo favorite! Cannot wait to go back!

Came in for brunch and had a great meal. The menu was inventive, interesting and priced reasonably. The cocktails and beer, wine and cider selection was also very good. The food tasted great and the portion sizes were just right. Hats off to the Dapper Goose! read more

We used to come to the previous incarnation a lot. I had a few misgivings about The Dapper Goose because I thought the name was a bit twee. Not super high expectations on our first visit but WOW! I was wrong. This place has seriously great food! The cocktails are really well made. Lots of house made ingredients and great combinations: (gin, celery, parsley, lemon, moroccan spice, and black pepper??) and we ordered the grilled broccoli as an appetizer. It had SMOKED GRAPES!! And almonds. And romescu. With an amazing paprikaish sauce. Loved it. I had the burger. I think you can tell a great deal about a restaurant from ordering the burger. It was... perfect! Dill mayo, French onion jam, some kind of cheese (just a smear) and great fries. N had the pork loin with dirty rice (sort of a wild rice and arborito risotto, very, very tasty. S had the Korean fried chicken which was spicy and sweet, with Kimchi fried rice. Scrumptious. We ended with the cheese plate. 3 cheeses: Strawbridge, Slyboro, and Caveman blue. The addition of a smear of chocolate sauce was AMAZING with the Caveman blue. Who would have though it? The wine list was microscopic but I loved the glass of Xarmant bondarribi zuri. Never heard of it but I loved it. S had the Avery 23rd anniversary farmhouse beer and N had the 4 mile Alleghenies. All were wonderful. Lovely service, courtesy of Juan. We will be back very soon. read more

We had such an incredibly disappointing experience at Dapper Goose. I was SO excited to go based on the Yelp reviews. Maybe it was just a bad night, but I have no idea how people could call this place a hidden gem with great food. We went for dinner on Sat night. The food was not good at all. We decided to order a bunch of the small plates instead of ordering any mains. The cheese board was fine, nothing special, and super small portions. Two of the things we ordered (cauliflower and french fries) were so salty they were practically inedible. And I like my food salty! My husband couldn't even eat those dishes because they were so salty. The shrimp was fine, the beef tartare was OK. The carrots were unexciting, kind of oily and spicy. The timing of things was all off as well- the cheese came out and then 30 minutes later all of our small plates arrived at once (there was literally not enough room on the table to put them all). I would've told our server that the food wasn't very good if she had come around to talk to our table after the food came out, but nope, we didn't see anyone until someone else came to clear our half finished plates. The best thing we ate all night was the olive oil cake that we got for desert. read more