When it comes to mocktails in Buffalo, the city’s dining scene is brimming with creative, flavorful, and downright beautiful non-alcoholic drinks. From upscale tasting menus to casual neighborhood spots, chefs and bartenders are shaking, stirring, and blending beverages that stand on their own—no spirits required.
Whether you’re sober, pacing yourself, or simply in the mood for something fresh and fun, these Buffalo destinations prove that zero-proof can be just as exciting as the real thing.
Beacon Grille
- Address: 185 Allen St, Buffalo, NY 14201, United States
- Website: beacongrille716.com
- Price: $$ – $$$
Beacon Grille shines as downtown Buffalo’s first wood-fire-centric restaurant, occupying a long-vacant storefront on Allen Street. Its open kitchen and live-fire grill and oven bring warmth, ambiance, and delicious aroma to the dining room and bar, while the seasonally driven menu spotlights locally sourced ingredients and culinary creativity. The setting exudes comfort and hospitality, offering a vibrant and cozy experience in Buffalo’s Allentown neighborhood.
Our favorite menu item: Freakin’ Beacon – roasted green tea, passion fruit, chili, citrus, soda
Billy Club
- Address: 228 Allen St, Buffalo, NY 14201, United States
- Website: billyclubbuffalo.com
- Price: $$ – $$$
The Allentown neighborhood of Buffalo is home to the scratch-made, ingredient-focused Billy Club restaurant. An amazing assortment of specialty cocktails, wine, and beer goes well with Chef Ian Wortham’s menu of imaginative and comforting New American cuisine. The food’s strong flavors are intended to complement the strong whiskeys, beers, and cocktails served at Billy Club.
Billy Club offers good whiskey, like really good whiskey, in addition to good wine, innovative cocktails, and craft beer. Alcohol-free options are available on the cocktail menu depending on the season.
Our favorite menu item: Over The Garden Wall – arugula, pineapple, lemon, fennel
Cafe Bewilderment
- Address: 1235 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216, United States
- Website: cafebewilderment.com
- Price: $$
Nestled within The Monocle on Hertel Avenue in Buffalo, Café Bewilderment is a queer-owned, forest-inspired sanctuary where nature’s magic and cozy inclusivity meet. This enchanting café offers a warm, ethereal atmosphere—complete with whimsical décor, hanging greenery, and rustic-chic design—perfect for sparking curiosity and connection. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully crafted, locally sourced dishes, high-end coffee, and a playful cocktail lineup that balances creativity with comfort.
Elevating the experience, the beverage program features beautifully conceived non-alcoholic cocktails and mocktails that reflect the café’s imaginative spirit.
Our favorite menu item: Sunny London – earl grey, cardamom, lemon
Hombre y Lobo
- Address: 149 Swan St Ste 1, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States
- Website: hombreylobo.com
- Price: $$ – $$$
Hombre y Lobo is a spirited, locally owned taco and tequila destination in Buffalo celebrated for its energetic atmosphere and creative street-food spirit. Founded by a duo originally from Denver, the restaurant embodies the best of “inspired by Mexico, made in Buffalo,” with dishes that embrace authentic flavors and local ingredients delivered with warm, party-ready hospitality.
What sets Hombre y Lobo apart is its vibrant beverage lineup—beyond classic margaritas and tequila-driven cocktails, they feature a dedicated mocktail menu.
Our favorite menu item: Jarritos Mexican Pop – lime, mandarin orange, or grapefruit
Las Puertas
- Address: 385 Rhode Island St, Buffalo, NY 14213, United States
- Website: laspuertasbuffalo.com
- Price: $$$$
Las Puertas is an intimate, seasonally driven tasting-menu restaurant in Buffalo, led by Chef-Owner Victor Parra Gonzalez. The kitchen approaches each menu as a living conversation, crafting thoughtful, evocative courses that blend Mexican heritage with global culinary inspirations. The dining experience feels warm and communal—like sharing a memorable meal in someone’s home—elevated by the chef’s attention to story, flavor, and innovation.
Our favorite menu item: Chamomile Pear Fizz – chamomile tea, pear syrup, lemon, sparkling water
Lucky Day Whiskey Bar
- Address: 320 Pearl St. Buffalo, NY 14202
- Website: luckydaywhiskeybar.com
- Price: $$ – $$$
Nestled in Buffalo’s Kirkwood neighborhood, Soberish redefines happy hour with a beautifully curated boutique combining non-alcoholic beverages—such as spirits, wines, and aperitifs—with premium plant-based wellness offerings. Inspired by holistic wellness and the founder’s personal journey, the space reflects a chic, inviting atmosphere where education meets discovery. With a mission to support “sober-curious” lifestyles, the boutique also highlights women-owned brands, thoughtful barware, and unique gifts.
More than a shop, Soberish is a community hub for sophisticated, alcohol-free indulgence.
Our favorite menu item: Ghia Ginger Spritz – ginger, yuzu, gentian, elderflower
Marble + Rye
- Address: 112 Genesee St, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States
- Website: marbleandrye.net
- Price: $$ – $$$
Marble + Rye offers a vibrant, intimate Bar + Lounge experience in downtown Buffalo, known for its thoughtful, from-scratch menu of burgers, Detroit-style pizzas, seasonal salads, and small plates—all crafted with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. The atmosphere is eclectic and welcoming, blending comfort with creativity to create a refined yet relaxed social space.
Adding inclusive flair to the experience, Marble + Rye also excels in its beverage offerings—not just with creative cocktails, craft beer, and premium spirits but with equally imaginative non-alcoholic cocktails.
Our favorite menu item: Bunny Hill – carrot, coconut cream, pineapple, orange, seedlip spice, fruity + frozen
Saint Neri
- Address: 220 Lexington Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222, United States
- Website: saintneri.com
- Price: $$ – $$$
Saint Neri is an opulent cocktail lounge in Buffalo that masterfully blends Art Deco grandeur with modern elegance. Conceived by Buffalo natives Samuel Amoia and Michael Woltz, the space is draped in dramatic details—24-karat gold leaf walls, Venetian fabrics, Murano glass lighting, and rich animal-print accents—evoking the sophistication of Europe’s private clubs while reflecting the city’s distinctive spirit. The ambiance is both lush and intimate, a jewel-box sanctuary where every design element—from the candlelit glow to the plush decor—has been meticulously crafted for sensory impact.
Our favorite menu item: Passionate From Miles Away – passionfruit, lime, grapefruit, soda
Raising a Glass to Buffalo’s Mocktail Magic
Buffalo’s mocktail scene proves that you don’t need alcohol to have a memorable drinking experience. Whether you’re indulging in a multi-course dinner at a fine dining hotspot or grabbing a colorful drink at a local café, the city’s bartenders and chefs are redefining what zero-proof can be. So next time you’re out and about, raise a glass—sans spirits—to the incredible creativity behind mocktails in Buffalo.
