Great vibes, excellent staff and drink menu that could be a college course assignment in that it's so interesting, informative and detailed. We really enjoyed the "classic" mixed drinks we tried, and hope to get back to try more, as well as the sausages and cookies that looked soooooo good! I don't think this place is quite as it was when my grandparents used to go on dates here (it was The Malamute then) but I bet they would give it two thumbs up now too.
The service here is extremely disappointing. The workers are unbelievably rude and need some serious customer service training. We came with a friend who has celiacs and was unable to order anything from Ballyhoo. They really need to work on providing a great experience for everyone especially those with dietary restrictions. She ordered food from another bar because she was not able to eat anything. Being outside on the patio, we did not think this was an issue as everyone else had ordered food/drink.. hundreds of dollars worth. Not only did they yell at her and make her cry, there were no visible signs saying no outside food and drink. To think that a worker at a nice restaurant would even be so rude to make a customer CRY is beyond me. We will never be returning. There are so many nice bars in the area that are significantly better.
This is a great little dive. A place to drink and have conversation. It is not large but has outside seating. There is a large selection of local beers and I bet they can make any mixed drink ever known to man. Not much on the menu. It is all brats 5 different ones served on a bun. The sides are few as well but the Mac and cheese side is a meal in itself. I will be back
If you are looking for a fine dining experience, this is not the place. However, if you are looking for a very casual atmosphere with delicious sausages, excellent service, an amazing liquor and cocktail choice, bartenders that know how to make a drink, and the best Mac and cheese you have ever tasted (I make a pretty good Mac and mine doesn't hold a candle to theirs) and the biggest ice cream sandwich ( made with home made chocolate chip cookies) you have ever eaten, then this is the place for you. I had the lamb sausage and it was to die for.
Can't say enough great things about Ballyhoo. Anytime anyone visits Buffalo, we bring them here for delicious food and cocktails. Service can be a little slower and the parking lot gets full quickly during peak hours which is to be expected, but it doesn't deter us from coming back. Everything on the menu is fantastic.
Ballyhoo is such a fun bar to visit. The sausages are made in house and delicious. Solid beer selections between their rotating taps and canned options. Cocktail list is extensive.
I came for a quiet night with my loved one. Sadly, the employees were very loud talking to each other behind the bar and we didn’t not even get service right away. We came in Friday March 25th and ordered a few drinks (Drinks were great) and we also ordered some sauces. I guess they make them homemade, I’m sorry to be rude but they do not taste very good. I got a beef one, and well…where is the beef? Something just tasted off.Dispute this not very nice experience; we had a super friendly “Bar Back” keeping us company and checked up on us a few times. She clearly had a bright future in the business. If you stop in there, make sure to say hi to Shawndria, she’s not even a bartender and works harder than most.It pains me to write this because I love supporting local businesses; but when I’m super excited to try a place and I’m let down this badly…I’m sorry but Buffalo save your money and definitely don’t order food. Drinks are nice tho, they make good drinks if the bartenders aren’t talking to each other loudly all night.Thank you.
I love the place for getting a couple of drinks with friends. The vibe of the place can range from a low key peaceful local bar to a sports bar with loads of people cheering their favorite team depending on the day and time you visit. Great cocktails and service and the only bar where you get a really good vegetarian dish as well. There have been times where I have gone just to eat the Reggie veggie rather than to drink.
Jules and Ryan are the best bartenders in the city, they do custom drinks and always have a fantastic recommendation. Also you have to try the Mac and cheese best in the city hands down!
Jules is a phenomenal bartender. She's always very attentive and professional. She's made us top quality cocktails and has easily kept up with difficult spec drinks and made us custom blends to suit our tastes. We usually come on Mondays, generally an 'off day' and she treats us like we're the VIPS always. Top quality professional who will make your night special.