Graylynn — Restaurant in Buffalo

In the heart of downtown Buffalo, NY, at 537 Main St, lies Graylynn, a cocktail bar renowned for its mesmerizing drinks and unforgettable atmosphere. This beloved spot has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike, earning a stellar 4.5 rating on Yelp from over 100 enthusiastic reviewers. Graylynn's charm doesn't stop there; it boasts an equally impressive 4.6 rating on Restaurantji, backed by 156 reviews.

The magic of Graylynn lies not just in its tantalizing tapas and classic American dishes, but also in the stories shared by its patrons. One customer fondly recalls the bar's laid-back vibe and the staff's exceptional knowledge, particularly when it comes to the art of gin. This sentiment echoes across various reviews, with many patrons singing praises of the exquisite food and drink options.

One particularly memorable review on Restaurantji places Graylynn among the top three dining experiences of the reviewer's life, a testament to the exceptional service and the superb quality of both food and beverages. The bar's reputation extends across multiple platforms, including a 4.7 rating on Google, a perfect 5.0 on Facebook, and another 5.0 on TripAdvisor.

A noteworthy TripAdvisor review highlights the bar's accommodating nature, describing how the staff welcomed a group with children, despite the establishment being 21+. While this review mentioned a mix of hits and misses in the food menu, with standouts like poutine, chana masala hand pies, and crème brûlée, the overall ambiance was praised as both fun and hip.

Collectively, these reviews paint Graylynn as a gem in Buffalo's culinary scene, celebrated for its diverse range of high-quality drinks, especially its selection of gin, and delicious dishes. The bar is not just a place to dine; it's a destination where the atmosphere is as welcoming as it is trendy, perfect for both a casual outing and a special evening...

This place was great! I’m an NA beer drinking and my husband prefers tea & vodka. We came to this bar not knowing what to expect. We sat at the bar and we were greeted by both bartenders. I ordered an NA Italian beer and my husband asked them to make him something like a White Russian. The first bartender (we didn’t get his name) said he could make something even better, so he did. My husband really enjoyed it. It took some time for us to finish our 1st drinks because we were watching Aaron making the most beautiful drinks ever. There was so much passion into the drinks he was putting out. So we asked him if he could make us each a drink. I explained to him that I don’t drink alcohol, and he asked me a lot of questions, to see what types of drinks I like and flavors. He also asked if I had any dietary restrictions, which I answered, no. He then asked my husband the same types of questions. and then, he went to work. He was like a drink wizard! He served us two stunning looking drinks and words cannot even describe the way these drinks tasted! I don’t remember what was in my non-alcoholic cocktail, but I do know it had lemon and lime juice, and part of an egg white. It was phenomenal! Another great thing about him was that he told us the history of some of the liquors he was using in my husband’s drinks and the different flavors. He was extremely knowledgeable, personable, and a fantastic bartender! I work right around the corner, so my husband and I are looking forward to going back to see what Aaron can create for us next! The atmosphere was very nice, the restaurant/bar is very clean and has such...

We come here pretty regularly and here are some of my thoughts! The food is top notch. So delicious every time, their brunch menu is amazing - always give our compliments to the chef! The vibe is simply fantastic, it’s next to the tramway and right in the heart of downtown with the view of the old M&T building and other beautiful buildings. The drinks are pretty good also! Keep in mind they don’t have any espresso drinks if you come here for brunch, they only have their drip coffee. Now, the reason I took one star away is the reason we hesitate to go back. The hostess is usually simply amazing, so kind, so happy, very welcoming. But there is one waitress whose name I still don’t know (she’s got mid-length blonde hair in a pony tail). We had her serve our table twice already…and each time it was so stressful. Every time we get her she rushes us even though there is absolutely no one around and we’re not even half done with our plates. She won’t ever show a single smile which is not mandatory of course but with her overall attitude it would help ease the atmosphere. One time she forgot about our dessert that we ordered and she was instead rushing us with the bill…overall it’s very unpleasant to be around that waitress who ruins the experience and if we do go back I wonder if there is a way to avoid her shift overall. So unfortunate because we’ve become the regulars at this place, we love the food and the vibe and we were hoping to continue coming but this server really needs proper soft skill training or this wonderful business will keep losing loyal...