Schwabl's
Western New York's oldest restaurant, founded in 1837 and widely considered Buffalo's best beef on weck.
Said to be Western New York's oldest restaurant, Schwabl's was founded in 1837 and moved to its current Seneca Street location in 1942. The signature beef on weck is slow-roasted beef carved to order at a visible carving station in the dining room, served on kummelweck rolls topped with coarse salt and caraway, with horseradish on the side. Swap the fries for the house-made German potato salad, and try the liver dumpling soup. Tom & Jerry hot drinks are served in winter. The old-school family tavern atmosphere has drawn visits from Anthony Bourdain. Located about 12 km southeast of downtown, so you'll need a car.
Opening hours
Usually open Tuesday to Sunday, lunch through dinner; check the official website
Nearby sights
- Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
- Highmark Stadium
- Buffalo Central Terminal
- Larkinville
- Buffalo Museum of Science
- Silo City
- Buffalo RiverWorks
- Canalside