The Alley Cat
The Alley Cat in Buffalo offers a cozy atmosphere that is both welcoming and intimate. It's a popular spot for those looking to unwind, with a diverse selection of beers ranging from cheap options to craft brews. The bar features live entertainment, including open mic nights and Shakespeare performances, adding a unique twist to the typical dive bar experience.
While the service can be inconsistent, the friendly bartenders and the relaxed vibe make it a charming place to spend an evening. Although some patrons have reported issues with staff expectations, the overall experience is generally positive, especially for those seeking a laid-back night out with good company and entertainment.
Features and services of The Alley Cat
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live performances
- Quiz night
- Sport
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Happy-hour drinks
- Spirits
- Wine
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
The Alley Cat is in position 8 out of 10 in leather bars in Buffalo
Customer Reviews
The Alley Cat has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on over 211 reviews on Google
Very cozy place. Everyone is very welcoming. No food here. But restaurants near by you can bring food in to eat.
Fun little dive bar in Allentown. My wife and I were there during the early evening and we enjoyed ourselves and chatted up with the few locals that were there. Apparently it’s a late night hang-out but that’s not our jam.
Great place if ya wanna just chill and enjoy the night!!
cheap beers if ya want em, nice selection of craft brew. live entertaining from open mic to Shakespeare, c'mon down.
We've been her 3 time over the course of the last 2 weeks. It's quickly becoming a go to place. Decent beer selection, though not much on tap. Food is simple but hits the spot. Good music and great view of Allen. Bartenders are nice and quick with a shot.
Go to Frizzy’s for a good time if you prefer variety over ordinary…👎 Place is usually dead, bartenders press on customers to provide tip even though they don’t know it’s cash.. sad really There is a certain greedy individual who can’t tell between physical or digital tips in literal dollars either way. To think that the person is in their mid 40s and still has trouble knowing whether being taxed or not can help this individual out🤣 BTW: They have a sing-song, sing-a-long band for anyone to listen to just to drown their sorrows in I had a disappointing experience with one of the staff members, who seemed to expect a certain type of tip and became upset when I didn't meet their expectations. I was surprised by their reaction, especially given their experience in the industry.
If I could give zero stars I would. Overall the staff was nice but the manager or owner, Drew I believe his name is, is unbelievably rude! He argued with some customer who had asked him to wear a mask properly! If you're going to be running any establishment and enforcing CDC guidelines then please do so yourself! My friends and I will not be returning to this place if management treats customers this way!
Information about The Alley Cat
Address
The Alley Cat is located at 199 Allen St, Buffalo, NY 14201, United States
Phone
The phone number of The Alley Cat is +1 716-783-8208
Website
The website of The Alley Cat is: thealleycattavern.com
Business Hours
Monday: 12:00–20:00
Tuesday: 12:00–20:00
Wednesday: 12:00–04:00
Thursday: 12:00–04:00
Friday: 12:00–04:00
Saturday: 12:00–04:00
Sunday: 12:00–01:00