Alex Studd

This place has been on my bucket list for a long time, and I finally made it! The restaurant is quintessential South Buffalo: Friendly, No Thrills, and Proud. There is no pretentiousness here, just great wings and proud Buffalonians. These are fantastic wings, with great flavor, the perfect "crunch", and a moist chicken center. I'll be coming back! Pro Tip: Get the french fries, and also be aware that its cash only.

+8

Adam Justinger

Our server Brooke was absolutely fantastic! Wings were some of the best I’ve ever had. 5 stars only because I can’t leave 6. Thanks for everything Brooke! Go Bills!

Stephen Songer

Absolutely amazing wings and fantastic service! Wings were cooked perfectly and the sauce (hot) is hands down the best. Bartenders and staff were welcoming and friendly which made our visit perfect.

Greg Roberts

If you're looking for a place that feels like home, serves unforgettable food, and has a story worth supporting—Nine Eleven Tavern is it. First off, the wings. Let’s talk about those wings. Perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and absolutely drenched in flavor. The house sauce is next-level—just the right balance of heat, sweet, and tangy. You can tell these aren’t your run-of-the-mill bar wings; they’re made with pride and precision. Quite honestly, they might be the best wings in New York. Bold statement? Maybe. True? Absolutely. But what really makes Nine Eleven Tavern stand out is the atmosphere. It’s authentic. It’s local. It’s welcoming. The kind of place where you walk in a stranger and leave feeling like part of the family. The bartender knows their regulars, the owner might come out and chat, and the vibes are always real. There’s no pretension here—just great food, good drinks, and a genuine respect for community and history. You feel it the moment you walk in. Whether you're a wing connoisseur, a history buff, or just someone looking for a solid neighborhood bar with soul—do yourself a favor and check this place out.

Elise Stevens

The prettiest presentation of wings out there, each one carefully placed. Mmmmhmm. The only wings I truly crave. Hot or medium are the way to go. The Finn fries are spectacular, just don’t burn your mouth or fill up on them before your wings arrive. Rookie move. Fingers are also dynamite. I love to grab a stool at the bar. This is a family owned joint. You will wait, but it’s always worth it. They are operating out of a tiny kitchen, with one cook. And man, they crank out the good stuff. Don’t forget to snag a jar of sauce to enjoy at home. Tips for a super visit: - cash only - no parties larger than 6 people - no takeout (that was only a perk during Covid days and man the restaurant industry needed all the help) - have some beer - play some shuffleboard - and always be kind

Jamie Finotti

First time here and all I can say is OMG WOW!!! No wonder this place is at the top of the Buffalo Wing Pyramid....not only were the fries hot, crunchy, and fresh but the wings were on point! We got medium and hot, and both flavors delivered! Amazing spice and heat levels with killer overall flavor. Kelly, our waitress was attentive and took the time to help us order. The owner Paige even sat down and chatted with us while we waited for our food. This place is definitely somewhere that will be in our regular rotation of wing spots!! 10/10!

Doug Petti

Wings, wings, wings. If you want to experience a top 5 chicken wing in Buffalo, NY then this is a must go!! The menu is small. Wings, chicken fingers, fresh cut fries, pizza logs and corned beef sandwiches. That's it, but they do them all right. Hot, crispy wings....yum. I give this spot a 4.75 out of 5 stars.

Chad Dugan

Had an amazing time here. Not from this area, but wanted to eat some wings in Buffalo. 100% Local Corner Bar vibes. Parking is on the street but wasn't bad. It's a small place that gets full fast. Only accepts cash! Didn't realize this until I went in, but had cash on me anyway. They let me know there is an ATM across the street if needed. My waitress Kelly was great! Kept drinks full and brought food out hot. She was also very friendly thanking us for coming and even recommending a local pizza place for my friend to order from tomorrow night. Now the food... my friend and I are on a work trip up here so wanted to try a variety. Got a triple (30 wings) hot, an order of Finn fries, and a single pizza rolls(4 rolls). Fries came out 1st and WOW , glad we only got 1 order. They were huge and delicious. Portion is definitely big enough for a family of 4. Pizza rolls are pepperoni and cheese filled egg rolls. These were good and different, but not really my favorite thing. Then the star of the show- the wings. Hot isn't super spicy, but has a little kick. But the flavor was great! So crispy and juicy! The presentation was also great! Look forward to seeing yall again whenever I'm near here.

Justin Epps

If you’re expecting quick service or a clean bathroom, you can forget about it. If you want top 3 Buffalo wings, you can find them here. Fantastic crisp, delicious sauce. Be sure to order the fries as well. First come first serve, no reservations and cash only. You might wait an hour to get your wings but it will be worth it. You should plan to be here for a while. A must try if looking for the best wings in Buffalo.

+1

Freestyle Kid

The wings are great the best wings in my Opinion but the management is horrible Never open during posted open hours which is minimal to begin with but then it’s hit or miss pull up and it’s closed most the time. Over an hour and half to wait to sit then long wait for the food they Can’t seat 6 people. Can’t accept take out orders. They Only accept cash this could be a great business if it was managed correctly The wings were very very good when you can actually get them sadly it’s hard to dine here with the loud bar environment and the horrible customer service but we go back anyways because the wings are just that good

Alexander Gamcsik

This place is often recommended as the top wing spot in Buffalo. I went with high expectations, and they were nearly met. I got there within 10 minutes of opening on a Thursday, and the wait for food was already an hour. Shortly after I arrived, guests had to wait an additional half hour to get a table. My order of hot wings was indeed brilliant. Saucy, spicy with complex flavor, and hot! I really enjoyed them, but would I wait an hour for them again? Unfortunately not. I've had meatier, juicer wings at Gene McCarthy's. Blackthorn had comparable sauce. Overall, this place was really good, but not worth an hour's wait. Hopefully when they expand, the wait time goes down!

Jason Jurek

I just don't see what everyone else sees in this place. For starters, the place is old and dirty. The men's bathroom is disgusting. A piece of chipping paint from the ceiling fell on our table while we were waiting for our food. I know they're rated the top wings in Buffalo on a lot of lists, but mine had soggy skin and the cook was inconsistent because the wings were not all the same size. The sauce was good, but why put it on the celery? I could name 50 spots in Buffalo with better wings. This was not worth the hype at all!

Tori Wipp

I went on a Sunday for all you can eat chicken wings. This deal runs for the duration of the bills game, and you need a reservation. It was $30 a person and the selection included mild, medium, hot, fries and celery. The wings were very good and crispy. The sauces were good, nothing special but good. When we were there, there was a table that was playing the game on their phone and since our phone had no delay, the table would cheer loudly and make loud marks whenever a play happened; spoiling the game for the rest of the people there. This persisted for the entirety of the game. We even heard the game through their phone. In one incident the Dolphins scored a touchdown about a minute or two before we saw it in the restaurant, and the guys at this table started loudly exclaiming about it. Due to the annoyance, a different customer (we ended up talking to them in the parking lot, and they had spent around $400 at the bar) vocalized how annoying it was to have another table spoiling the game, and how it was bad etiquette. The workers responded by telling them they were not welcome back there. They did nothing about the people spoiling the entire game, but instead threw out the customers complaining under the guise of “being rude”. I would never come back to this establishment. The way they completely disregard the majority of the customers trying to enjoy the game on the TVS to accommodate a single table, and then doubling down and having a horrible response to a complaint, was one of the worst customer service experiences I have ever witnessed. I would not recommend giving your business to this establishment.