Was up at my in-laws cottage in Silver Creek and since this is really the only other Shop in…read moreWestern NY committed to Homebrew and Wine making supplies I figured I had to stop in and check it out while in the area. Ultimately its a pretty small setup but is well stocked. Just in the back area behind a house this is setup in a Barn / Shed, so it was a little hard to find for me at first. (some places have address wrong as 3755 as well so be careful if you get mapped up the road a bit.) While there the worker (owner?) was very friendly, helped me in finding some specialty grains for a black IPA, making some recommendations for substitutes as he was out of some. Gave me a little taste of a Rye Amber Ale they freshly brewed as well. If you Homebrew and live in the Southtowns, this is one of your only options for supplies but seems like a place deserving of your business, as it's obviously a labor of love for the people running it.

From the owner: We offer a full range of Beermaking and Winemaking supplies. A wide selection of domestic and…read morecontinental grains and many varieties of hops. Brewer's Best Beer kits. Cleaning chemicals, transfer equipment, fermenters, WinExpert Wine kits, Vintner's Best Fruit Wine bases, corks, corkers, cappers, kegging supplies, and much much more! All provided by friendly, knowledeable staff. Your HomeBrew Specialty Store.

Friendly and knowledgeable employee. Lots of hops and grain! I don't think it can be overstated how…read moreimportant it is to bounce questions off a live human when learning to brew excellent beer.

NTHS is a good supply store with a friendly, knowledgeable proprietor--we've had some fun…read moreconversations. Carries local honey for mead/honey wine variants. There's a nice overall range of supplies for vintners, brewers, mazers, etc. It's essentially one-stop shopping for ingredients, fermenters, racking, bottling, and cleaning supplies. I know that a local mom-and-pop has to charge a bit more than Amazon to keep the lights on, but a few things (e.g. those swing-top bottles that make your life easier) are perhaps better purchased online to save a bit. On the whole, a very good resource for the Buffalo homebrew community. I've been there three or four times since discovering it barely a month ago and will certainly be back.

Newly located on Kenmore Ave, Buffalo Brew Fab is a metal artist shop. Ashley L and I came out to…read moresupport their grand opening on Small Business Saturday. Not only was BBF hosting their own business but they additionally had a back space open with additional vendors and BBQ. Parking is located on the side of the building in a shared lot, watch for a large pot hole near the street. The entrance is located on the street side and has a step. COVID protocols are in effect, hand sanitizer provided at the door, wear your mask and try to follow the floor signs which is hard to do because there is so much to look at. You will find a variety of items available, from yard stands, desk/shelf/any space decor, wall signs and much more. All of these items are quality crafted and really affordable prices! They of course have many Buffalo/WNY themes however you can also find superhero and holiday goods as well. Opposed to try to describe everything I recommend checking out their website and photos. If looking to support a small business and local artist this is a must see! Additionally you can do custom orders!

What a wonderful new business! Not only do they have amazing metal products ready to go when you…read morewalk in, but you can also ask for custom orders! From lawn stakes, to wall decor, the Buffalo themed decor, to flamingos for the yard, this metal fabricator shop is not one to miss. Found some great gifts for others and of course some gifts for myself. Really great that the welders include a woman too. #shoplocal

Wow, no reviews?! I have had a beer brewing kit for years and since I'm home for the next…read moreforeseeable future, why not ferment some beer?! After placing an online order, I was able to get the Knick knack supplies I needed plus a premium ingredient kit within hours from Let's Do Wine. They offered easy curbside pick up with a phone call upon arrival. Plus I got to see their cute shop dog! If you're new to beer brewing, I highly recommend this shop. They have ALL supplies for less than the other area new shops, plus affordable ingredients. I'm sure they are just as wonderful for the wine maker, too! Cheers!

Best wine and beer making facilities in Niagara! Great friendly staff help you make your wine by…read moreyour favourites, international wines are fantastic. Saves a lot of money with little effort and the quality is superb.

From the owner: Niagara wine making and craft beer store, make your own wines, craft beers, coolers, sherry, port…read moreor ice wines. In business for over 40 years serving the Niagara area, save 65% on store bought wines, or beer. Wedding wine, anniversaries and party drinks.

Let me preface this by saying I've about had it with the so-called breweries popping up everywhere,…read moreeach one seemingly more committed to clichés than the last. You know the drill: no table service, order at the bar using a kiosk or an iPad, which makes you feel less like a customer and more like a data entry clerk. And don't even get me started on the servers who act like they're doing you a favor by taking your order. Then there are the long lines to order your drinks and food, which completely destroy any semblance of a pleasant customer experience. Waiting in a queue that resembles a theme park line just to get a drink ruins the whole vibe (this is an ABSOLUTE dealbreaker for us). Oh, and let's not forget the chaotic atmosphere--kids running amok, dogs, and live bands cranking out tunes that make it impossible to hold a conversation. It's a sensory overload that just isn't my cup of tea. Now that I've gotten that off my chest, let's get to the beer. We ordered a flight, which is the trendy way to say "sampler," and I must admit, one or two out of the six beers were decent--particularly the hazy IPA, which was a bright spot in an otherwise dull lineup. Most of the other brews were solid but forgettable, a far cry from the unique, crafted experiences that breweries claim to provide. Overall, we did enjoy the beer! As for the food, it was a parade of disappointment. We tried the garlic and Parmesan wings, shrimp tacos, and, of course, the infamous Bent burger. Ah, the Bent burger--a prime example of how a simple, delicious hamburger can be completely ruined by a slew of unnecessary toppings. Instead of sticking to the classic approach of a juicy patty, they decided to throw on pork, a fried egg, and a medley of other ingredients that clashed rather than complemented each other. It was a chaotic mishmash of flavors that worked against itself, leaving me wondering why anyone thought this was a good idea. Gimmicks like that are rarely a recipe for success in my experience. The tacos and wings? Equally lackluster. The wings were bland, devoid of any real flavor punch despite the garlic and Parmesan claims, and the tacos were so underwhelming they could have been served at a school cafeteria. In summary, Bent Run Brewery is just another cog in the wheel of craft beer clichés, serving up a loud atmosphere, long lines, and gimmicky food that fails to impress. If you're looking for a genuine experience with great beer and simple, tasty food, I'd recommend looking elsewhere. If you are able to "plug in" to this nonsense, then it's worth a try.

We came here just to get a sampler of beer. Each one of the 5 that we sampled were very good…read more Service- was nice. We were able to take our little doggie with us and sit outside. Ambience- lots of outdoor seating, indoor is nice with garage doors open on the nice days. It's close to the water and right now, the leaves are glowing. Overall great place to drink a beer.