Frizzy's Bar & Grill — Restaurant in Buffalo

Rudest female bartender and terrifying security guard (that didn't need to be screaming at me).

I went in there for a takeout sandwich and a water while I waited. I wasn't drinking, I smiled at the female bartender, asked for 2 bologna sandwiches, then changed it to 1 last minute because I didnt know when my friend was showing up. She then rudely responded, "1 or 2?!" I responded with "sorry, 1." and she rolled her eyes at me. I was standing, about to sit at a stool that was not taken, next to a stool with a water in front of it (so presumably taken). I noticed this. She looked at me and said in the rudest tone, just so you know someone is sitting there (the stool where I was not going to sit). I made a joke about making sure I didn't sit there and she snapped at me, "i'm doing my job, I don't have to serve you a sandwich, actually you're getting it to go, you're not staying here." She then went on with "you're not the only person at this bar and you're acting like you are!" meanwhile, I wasn't demanding anything or yelling, the place wasn't crowded, and I only ordered a sandwich when she came up to me and asked what I wanted. she had it out for me I guess, and it was scary. I informed her I wasn't staying there anyway, and I wanted the sandwich to go. I thought that was clear since I merely ordered a tap water to wait for my sandwich while waiting. I tried to explain this to her and she was so angry. The man who was sitting at the spot next to me came back, asked where his jack & coke was, and the bartender told him "I didn't know you were coming back." I mistakenly make an audible comment that I thought was funny (do NOT do this to her, this was stupid of me), since she was so set on making sure I was no where near his seat (that I wasn't going to sit at anyway). She became incredibly angry, threw money at me, told me I wasn't getting a sandwich and to get out, that I was being rude since I arrived, etc etc. Before I could understand what was going on, a second later, a male security guard agressively got in my face and escorted me out as if I was going to argue and stay. At this point, my friends meeting me there showed up. I explained that I couldn't stay, and the security guard was screaming in my face to leave. I paused just to say bye to my friends again and the security guard got closer to my face and screamed at me louder, and pushed me. It as honestly terrifying. I am 5'1, I was not belligerent. It was humiliating, jarring, and completely unnecessary. My friends were equally as confused, as we were together before this and they knew I wasn't drunk or anything. I used to go there when I was younger, and I can say as long as that female bartender is there I will never go back, even if just for takeout. She is angry...

I recently had the chance to visit Frizzy's Bar & Grill on Allen Street, and let me tell you, it was an experience I'm eager to share. Walking into Frizzy's, you're immediately greeted by its divey charm, a hallmark of Buffalo's vibrant bar scene. It's the kind of place that feels immediately welcoming, with a lively atmosphere that promises a good time.

From the moment I stepped in, the energy was palpable. The place buzzes with a youthful vibe, perfectly balancing between being busy enough to feel like the place to be, yet offering just enough personal space to not feel overcrowded. I noticed right off the bat the pool table in the basement, a spot that quickly became the center of our evening's entertainment.

One thing I absolutely must mention – and a huge draw for my friends and me – is their photo booth. Who doesn't love a good photo booth to help capture your memories? It's such a fun way to keep a memento of a great night out, and Frizzy's offers just that. Amidst the laughs, the games of pool, and the rounds of drinks, we made sure to squeeze in a photo session. It's these little things that add up to make an evening special.

Speaking of drinks, the prices were fair, and the selection of beers on tap was impressive. I appreciated the quick service from the friendly bartenders, even with the place being quite packed. It's not every day you find a bar that manages to maintain such a welcoming atmosphere on a busy night.

But perhaps what stood out to me the most was the security presence. It made the whole experience feel safe and cared for, which isn't something I take for granted.

In all, Frizzy's Bar & Grill embodies the classic Buffalo dive bar experience with its own unique twists – like the beloved photo booth. It's a place that caters to a wide variety of people, making it worth a visit whether you're a local or just passing through. I can't wait to go back, maybe on a Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday night, which I've heard are the best times to catch the true essence...

So i've had 2 experiences at this place and there won't be a 3rd. 1st time being there it was fairly late (2ish) and my group of friends and I had just gotten out of work. For some reason the clearly drunk bartender (who it turns out is the owner) just wouldn't even attempt to serve us. The place wasn't even too busy. So we just kind of sat there awkwardly for 20 minutes while he continued to ignore us and talk to his friends. He finally asks loudly who wants a shot and I pipe up that this whole corner of the bar does. He responded with saying we need to show more respect (???) and then proceeded to pretend he wanted to fight us. So that was different. Somehow I got dragged there one last time bc the girls I was with wanted to go. So while there I realize it's the same friggin owner behind the bar and now for whatever reason he is only serving the women. So I just had to have the girls order all night bc he wasn't even attempting to serve any males. I'd completely understand if I was being rude/drunk or didn't tip well but that's not the case. So... yeah, done...