Adolf Baron opened his Tavern in 1934. The Tavern was a mainstay for the many Polish in the Ward through the years, with the Irish finding their own spots, such as Hagan’s Pub.
After Adolf’s son Eddie began running the Tavern in the late 1960’s and Hagan’s burned down, Adolf’s became one of the most popular spots in the Ward for all. A neighborhood place to drink a few cold beers and enjoy hand prepared meals, including fresh roast beef and fish frys. In 2014, after renovations made the old new again, the Tavern Team has one goal – to be what the Tavern has always been – a simple place for friends and for family to gather. So enjoy the coldest beer in town, delicious handmade meals, and of course, a few rounds of laughter!
Nathan McCain
Don’t let the location or name spook you – this is proper local cuisine. A few buddies and I were in town for the Bills game, and we walked from downtown to here (coincidentally, we Ubered back). By the time we arrived, thirst was high, appetites were soaring, and this place met every expectation.
Canadian I may be, but I drank a local amber, feasted on hot wings and a mesquite dry rub, and was well taken care of by the lovely waitstaff. A note on the wings – the flats were absurdly crispy and the drumsticks slightly meatier. This is more a crispy wing than a juicy. The blue cheese was thick, gently flavoured, and wonderfully cooling. And the fries were honestly amazing, a bit floppy just how I like ‘em. Amazing spot.
… moreWilliam Gore
One of our many stops for wings while in Buffalo. Food was fantastic, we order medium wing with garlic parmesean. While the food was great, talking to the bar tender Joe better. If you want to truly know Buffalo get off the beaten path and explore places like this!!
… moreTravis Bohrer
My wife and I visited here recently for lunch with family. There were 6 of us altogether, and we sat in a table in the upper portion.
I had a steak burger medium well with American cheese, mushrooms and bacon served with fries. My wife had chicken fingers with chips with the homemade bleu cheese.
The burger was very delicious, and one of the best burgers I have had. My wife enjoyed her chicken fingers, although the homemade dressing wasn’t creamy enough and was stiff.
Table service was a bit long, but it was understandable due to the crowd and the time of day it was (lunchtime). Nice friendly pub atmosphere.
Parking is a bit of a problem. Not many spots on South Park and you cannot park in the parking lot across the street at Carbones.
… moreJosh Landes
Wings don’t get much better than this. I got 10 hot and 10 of Sully’s salt & vinegar- both absolutely perfect. The homemade blue cheese sauce was incredible. Friendly quick service, a real homey vibe. Top shelf!
… moreLennon
Despite coming in right before the kitchen closed, we were seated and served right away with great professionalism and kindness, and I couldn’t be more grateful! Was my first time at Adolfs and their wings are hands down some of the best in Buffalo! Highly recommend and cannot wait to go back!
… moreJames Vogt
We were looking to get some grear wings and Adolfs delivered, we had the medium and the lemon-pepoer, great crisp and size, the hot sauce flavor was different than other wing places, a 4 out 5. Of course, had to have a Guinness, with the clover and great head! Fun place and wait staff was very attentive.
… moreSteve Fox
Decides to give this place a try after a few recommendations, and I’m glad we did! It is a little bit on the smaller side, and you will have a wait, but the wings were outstanding and the waitresses were friendly too! Ordered medium and hot, and the sauce was amazing and the hot was definitely up there in the hot scale. The wings came out crispy, and their homemade blue cheese was perfect! Give this place a shot, the unsung hero of the wing scene in Buffalo!
… moreElaine Lennox
Adolf’s is the perfect place to go and experience the First Ward vibe in Buffalo! Food is great, cooked perfectly, large servings and reasonably priced. We got Buffalo style wings to start with their home made Blue Cheese. Yum!! Two of us had the Maryland Crab BLT which was excellent! I had the Beef on Weck which was piled high with tender roast beef and an au jus dip. Joanne waited on us and was very nice making sure we had what we needed!
… moreMudbug1134
Great food and excellent staff. Don’t go here expecting fast casual service. This is truly a neighborhood bar with a vibe to match. The staff are great people and work diligently to keep the place running. Come here any time for great food and a good time.
… moreJaime C.
Amazing little Irish pub in South Buffalo/Old First Ward with outstanding wings, great food, cold beer, and friendly service. The hot garlic parm wings weren’t overly hot but I would absolutely rank them as some of my favorite wings in WNY – crispy and deliciously plump, with a generous side of homemade chunky bleu. The tater tot Irish-style “poutine” was amazing, the peel and eat shrimp dipped in butter tasted like little mini lobsters, and my friend said it was one of the best beef on wrecks he’s ever had. We will definitely be going back to Adolf’s again!
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