Buffalo’s best local businesses

The 372 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 2

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372 businesses across 15 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants110 places · newest: Billy Club, Aug 2
• 02Beauty31 places · newest: Adoracion Beauty LLC, Aug 2
• 03Shopping32 places · newest: Cristall Threads, Aug 2
• 04Entertainment29 places · newest: Dipson Theater, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife35 places · newest: Culbert's Pub, Aug 2
• 06Bakeries & Sweets31 places · newest: Buffalo Cake Pops Bakery, Aug 2
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage18 places · newest: East Aurora Antique Mall, Aug 2
• 08Health & Wellness3 places · newest: Healthy Complexions Spa by Western New York Dermatology, Aug 2
• 09Arts & Culture18 places · newest: Buffalo Central Terminal, Aug 2
• 10Home & Garden15 places · newest: Appliance Associates of Buffalo / Artisan Kitchens and Baths, Aug 2
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts18 places · newest: Allentown Music, LLC, Aug 2
• 12Sporting Goods12 places · newest: camoLOTS Warehouse Outlet, Aug 2
• 13Parks & Outdoors4 places · newest: Niagara Falls State Park, Aug 2
• 14Services6 places · newest: Buffalo ReUse, Jul 21
• 15Pets6 places · newest: Animal Outfitters, Inc., Aug 2

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More spots

Businesses in categories too small for their own page — yet.

• La Patisserie

  Cafes

  When cravings strike, La Patisserie at the Niagara Falls Culinary Institute turns out French-inspired pastries, chocolates, and breakfast…

  28 Old Falls St (Niagara Falls) · niagaracc.suny.edu ↗

• Three Sisters Cafe

  Cafes

  Casual eatery for burgers, salads, wings and more served in a sleek atmosphere, plus a breakfast buffet.

  310 4th St (Niagara Falls) · senecaniagaracasino.com ↗

• Market Arcade

  Other

  Refurbished 19th-century retail space featuring cozy boutiques, a trendy food hall & a cinema.

  617 Main St · sinatraandcompany.com ↗

• Walden Galleria

  Other

  Prominent enclosed mall with 190 stores on 2 levels, plus a movie theater & food court.

  1 Walden Galleria · waldengalleria.com ↗

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