Anchor Bar
The birthplace of Buffalo wings in 1964. A plate of authentic wings dipped in blue cheese sauce is a must when visiting Buffalo.
Legend has it that in 1964, owner Teresa Bellissimo took chicken wings that were originally used for making stock, deep-fried them, coated them in hot sauce, and served them with celery and blue cheese dip. Buffalo wings were born that day and went on to become popular across America. The original restaurant is on Main Street, with its walls covered in license plates and celebrity photos. The menu offers heat levels from mild to extra hot. You can also try beef on weck, another local specialty. Weekend dinner rushes often mean a wait. Locals also recommend Duff's and Gabriel's Gate for wings, so it's worth comparing a few spots.
Opening hours
Approx. 11:00–22:00
Nearby sights
- Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
- Elmwood Village
- Shea's Performing Arts Center
- Buffalo City Hall Observation Deck
- Guaranty Building
- Buffalo Museum of Science
- Forest Lawn Cemetery
- Canalside