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PAUSA art house is a jazz club wine & tapas bar located in Buffalo, New York - in the Historic District of Allentown. PAUSA presents music shows and artistic exhibitions from local, national and international artists, creating the perfect gathering place for its patrons, performers & artists in general. The relaxed atmosphere of the venue attracts patrons who wish to attend an intimate concert or an art exhibit while enjoying a glass of wine, small offerings and local craft beers. Privately owned and managed by Cuban violinist Lázara Martínez, PAUSA welcomes all who truly appreciate and support the invaluable gift …

Inizio is a cozy, pasta-focused restaurant in beautiful Elmwood Village. Freshness comes first here—we make everything we can from scratch in our kitchen, and we haven’t begun cooking your pasta until the moment you order it. Our motto, “tutto fatto a mano” translates to mean “everything made by hand,” and we believe that the personal connection to the preparation process can be tasted on the plate.

Enjoy great food, a lively atmosphere, cocktails, and entertainment! We have a spacious bar and indoor restaurant, and a covered patio for those sunny warm days. Live music year round every Wed., Fri & Sat. and some other days too. We can host banquets, golf tournaments, happy hours, showers, and so much more!

The Buffalo AKG Art Museum offers a fast-casual dining experience at Cornelia, located in the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Town Square. The menu was designed to push traditional boundaries by placing an artful spin on classic dishes. Enjoy morning pastries with tea, coffee, or espresso drinks. Stop in for fresh breakfast and lunch offerings served counter service, or make a reservation for table side dinner Thursday and Friday evenings, or Sunday Brunch. Please note that the cafe opens every day at 10AM and the kitchen opens every day at 11AM with the exception of Sunday Brunch. Cornelia will close from …