Osteria 166 - Buffalo (NY)

2 /5 Neil Fernandes: We started with the Aquavite and Nani mule, which were both excellent cocktails. Unfortunately, the food didnt live up to the same standard. The Risotto Bites had a tater tot-like texture rather than the creamy risotto we expected. The Carbonara Malfaldine, despite its strong online reviews, fell flat for us—it was heavy on cheese but lacking in meat and overall flavor. The Braised Short Rib was acceptable but didnt have the depth of flavor we were hoping for. On a positive note, the service was attentive—our hostess checked on us regularly—and the atmosphere was welcoming. Given the high reviews, we expected more from the food, but perhaps we just didnt order the right dishes.

5 /5 Ondraea: Honestly, can’t believe we haven’t tried this place sooner. Incredible service, incredible food. It was very slow on a Thursday evening, which I enjoyed as well!

2 /5 Saling Mark: I dont think the restaurant knows what it is or at least I definitely dont. You walk into a rowdy bar and then get seated at a romantic restaurant in the back. The service was good and they kept our drinks refilled and a very nice young man with an ankle injury was very friendly and knowledgeable of the specials. I ordered the chicken parmiangiano and my wife the bolognese. It was more acidic than Id like and very sparse on the sauce. Slightly overpriced and table was small. Id say probably not the best Italian food in Buffalo.

5 /5 Joanne Dorazio-Thier: We are in town to visit our daughter this weekend and chose to make a reservation at Osteria because we saw that they could accommodate her gluten allergy. Our server Courtney was so professional & accommodating throughout our entire meal. She went over tge entire menu to let us know exactly what they could make gluten-free. For an appetizer we got a Caesar salad without the croutons and the risotto bites. For dinner , we ordered the twin filet with broccolini, a gluten-free pizza with pepperoni and the chicken parmesan with spaghetti. Everything was delicious. We didnt even have enough room for dessert but we will definitely be back.

5 /5 Burke Lindquist: Great restaurant. Food and service were both excellent. Brian and Shannon made us feel welcome and comfortable.