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Chef's

291 Seneca St, Buffalo, NY 14204
(716) 856-9187
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Ranked #43 of 694 restaurants in Buffalo
Price range: RM3 - RM60
Cuisines: American, Italian
Good for: Child-friendly, Business
Dining options: Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Business
Dining options: Reservations
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Toronto, Canada
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We have been coming to Chef's for over 25 years. Every time we visit Buffalo we try to eat here. We have spent our 25th Wedding Anniversay, many Birthday's and most recently our 35th Anniversay. 90% of the times we come to Chef's we are satisfied with the food and service. Sometimes, when it is busy the service is harried,... More

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Buffalo, New York
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18 reviews 18 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

It is the usual italian fare and always very crowded and noisy. The veal parmisian is very good. the service is adequate but a little rushed because of the crowds

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Buffalo, New York
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9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

I've been to Chef's four times now. I haven't been able to stray from the spaghetti parm because it is so good! I always ask for it crispy so the cheese is done to perfection on top. Their homemade bread is to die for. I wish the prices were a little lower though.

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

We went to Chef's as a family, about 8 of us. First time there for us non-Buffalonians. House Cabernet was very nice. I can't remember the name of it, but my husband had veal medallions that were sauced in a Grand Marnier combination. Deeeelicious!! I had the veal cutlet which was very good and tender, but I wanted his! My... More

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Buffalo, New York
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119 reviews 119 reviews
52 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
97 helpful votes 97 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

In addition to coming here for work lunches, my wedding shower was held here. The price was decent for an event of that size - and we had the back room to ourselves. They were a bit of a stickler about bringing in outside cake - that sort of thing. As for the restaurant itself, the food is pretty good.... More

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Baltimore, MD
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12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We used them to feed our team for a weekend. I was impressed with the quality and quanity of the food delivered, all for a great price. The manager will work with you if you want to make changes to the standard caterering menu they have.

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Buffalo, New York
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3 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

great food, small portions. Pasta broccoli is my favorite. For first time customers must try the pasta parm just to taste the sauce and homemade pasta. Best time to experiance Chef's without the hustle and bustle of dinner try going for lunch after 12pm a little slower than dinner. If planning to attend for dinner or anytime after always call... More

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Trenton, Canada
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

We were down in the lower east section from downtown in Buffalo NY when we stumbled quite literally into this restaurant on Seneca St. At first you would think it was a small Mom and Pop but in fact was a huge restaurant with Italian fine dinning. Rho had the chicken parmesan sandwich and I had the Ravioli and the... More

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Clarence Center, New York
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35 reviews 35 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013 via mobile

We went to Chefs one Saturday night on a date night. We tried to go once before with our kids, but I balked at spending 8 bucks for a spaghetti kids meal. Also the host was very rude and acted like he was doing us a favor by putting our name on the list. My husband kept wanting to take... More

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Lockport, New York
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3 restaurant reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

A Buffalo landmark and tradition. Very popular with the locals and visitors. Seating is very cramped compromising atmosphere, but as far as Italian food it's great!

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