Thankfully, downtown Buffalo has signs of life again after almost turning into a ghost town during the height of the pandemic. Don't get me wrong, some businesses closed, like The Chocolate Bar, Rainbow, and Bank of America, but new businesses have moved in.
I spent the day enjoying the beautiful weather, exploring downtown, and checking out some of the new stuff, along with some of the staples. If you're looking for a great date day, date night, or staycation weekend, you can save yourself the gas and enjoy all of the activities downtown has to offer.
Why not get romantic and stay right in the city? There are plenty of hotels to choose from, including the Hilton Garden Inn , which has an indoor pool.
Or maybe stay closer to Canalside at the Courtyard by Marriott. There are also several displays that tell the story of the Carousel's history. There are tons of amazing restaurants downtown. You can get any type of cuisine. Plus, get as fancy or casual as you want. Here are a few to get you started. Misuta Chow's transports you across the globe to the bustling yokocho alleys of Tokyo City serving authentic Japanese street food available for take out! The Flaming Fish serves a generous selection of food items.
After all, we want every Buffalonian to taste The Flaming Fish difference! Some of the delicious food we have includes fried Haddock, battered fried shrimp and seasoned tilapia. The Bikes are super affordable. It's about a 5 to minute trip including boarding and crossing the water. You can buy tickets from a machine at Canalside or the Outer Harbor. Located at Canalside 44 Prime Street in Buffalo , it offers paddle boats, paddleboards, and kayak rentals. The season begins Memorial Day weekend.
