Ristorante Lombardo

Serving Buffalo since 1975 with original creations inspired by regional Italian preparations! The food. Our award-winning Caesar salad is prepared tableside .

Authentic, fresh, fine and above all -Italian

Come and see why we are often referred to as the "Best Italian in Buffalo". Our seasonal menus consist of our chef's original creations inspired by authentic regional Italian preparations. Fresh handmade pastas, always fresh fish, veal, steaks and more, follow the mood and changes of the seasons. Our daily specials are just that, special. You may comp

09/11/2024

Spiced hummus, braised pork belly, charred vegetables and pickled red onion all beautifully accompany our Crispy Octopus. Who would love to try this? ๐Ÿฅ‚

08/28/2024

THIS is one refreshing mocktail! Who else would love to sip on this cucumber tonic? ๐Ÿฅ‚

08/21/2024

This new carne wood fired pizza...not a want, a NEED ๐Ÿ˜

Joe Lombardo Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser โ†’ 08/17/2024

Join us to raise funds for the Joe Lombardo Memorial Scholarship which will be received by deserving St. Mark's Graduates! ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿ“… Monday, September 30th at 6pm

Tickets are $150 each & include live music, extensive dinner buffet prepared by Chef Eric Nessa & Open Bar...

The Joe Lombardo Memorial Scholarship is awarded to graduates who embody the characteristics which our beloved Joe represented:

โœ“ A will to succeed through, grit, hard-work & tenacity
โœ“ A great friend who is caring & loving to all
โœ“ Has a great sense of humor & loves to share laughter with others
โœ“ Has a passion & love of sports

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Joe Lombardo Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser โ†’ Ristorante Lombardo on Hertel Ave.

08/14/2024

It's settled. We'll take one of each, please! ๐Ÿคฉ

Reserve Your Spot โ†’ 08/09/2024

Who's ready for a taste of elegance? Join us for an exquisite evening of Champagne tasting ๐Ÿฅ‚

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, August 14th at 6:00pm
โœ“ $75 per person, payable evening of event
โœ“ Small bites prepared by Chef Eric Nessa

We will taste through 5 champagnes with Ryan Seward of Polaner Selections:

โœ“ Agrapart 7 Crus NV
โœ“ Pierre Moncuit Hugues de Coulmet Blanc de Blanc NV
โœ“ R.H. Coutier Grand Cru Cuvee Tradition NV
โœ“ Laherte Freres Rose de Meunier NV
โœ“ Mouzon Leroux l'Atavique Tradition NV

Limited space so reserve your spot now!

Reserve Your Spot โ†’ Ristorante Lombardo on Hertel Ave

08/07/2024

Gathered two generations of Lombardos for dinner on the patio ๐Ÿ’™

07/26/2024

Have you tried our classic Frou-Frou cake?

This beloved dessert of white genoise cake & white chocolate mousse has been on our menu since the first year we opened, originally created by Mrs. Lombardo herself! โค๏ธ

07/23/2024

Who wants to join us for dinner on the patio soon? ๐Ÿฅ‚

07/09/2024

Thank you, Buffalo!!

We are honored to have been voted as the restaurant with the Best Overall Dining Experience in Buffalo Spree magazine's Best of WNY 2024 awards ๐ŸŽ‰

Our sincerest thanks to our amazing team, wonderful guests, and everyone who voted!

06/26/2024

Charles is inviting you to enjoy this beautiful plate of Gnocchi on our patio!

Sweet purple potato gnocchi, roasted kabocha squash, hazelnuts, sage, & aged goats cheese ๐Ÿฅ‚

Reserve Your Table Now 06/18/2024

Save this post! Secret social media offer ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿท

For the month of June, get a FREE wood-fired pizza with the purchase of any bottle of wine!

Simply mention this offer while available:
Tuesday - Thursday after 5pm
+ Friday & Saturday after 9pm

Make your reservation now! Ends Sat. 6/29.

Reserve Your Table Now Ristorante Lombardo on Hertel Ave

Photos from Ristorante Lombardo's post 05/31/2024

Word on the street is the only thing better than dinner on the patio is โ€“ dinner on the patio WITH an espresso martini โ˜•๏ธ๐Ÿธ

05/29/2024

Who wants to join us on the patio and try our Stuffed Veal Chop?

Perfected with fontina, chorizo, aged goat cheese stuffing, fondant potatoes, market greens & marsala sauce ๐Ÿฅ‚

05/22/2024

Anyone like a little heat with their pasta?

Enjoy some Shrimp fra Diavolo on the patio: homemade bucatini, gulf shrimp, pomodoro, chili, & grana padano ๐Ÿ”ฅ

05/11/2024

Spread the word, Buffalo... We're hiring a Full-Time Line Chef to our Kitchen Team!

Interested? Email [email protected]

Mother's Day Reservations 05/04/2024

Give mom a dinner she'll love for Mother's Day!

Our dining room and heated patio will be open on Sunday, May 12th from 2:30pm - 8pm ๐Ÿ’—๐Ÿฅ‚

Make your reservation now before they fill!

Mother's Day Reservations Ristorante Lombardo on Hertel Ave

04/30/2024

The countdown begins! Your next dinner on our Patio awaits โ˜€๏ธ

04/23/2024

Tag a friend & let them know you need to get dinner together on the patio this summer ๐Ÿคฉ

Reserve Your Spot โ†’ 04/19/2024

Weโ€™re opening up bottles from our private cellar during our Piedmont Wine Dinner! ๐Ÿ‘€

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, May 1st at 6:30pm
โœ“ $158 Five-Course Dinner expertly curated by Chef Eric Nessa
โœ“ Wines of Piedmont including Barolo and Barbera paired with each course

Wines we will be tasting:

โœ“ Diletta Tonello Lesini Durello Metodo Classico 2018
โœ“ Burlotto Verduno Pelaverga 2022
โœ“ Roagna Barbera 2017
โœ“ Luigi Oddero Barolo Tradizionale 2016
โœ“ G.D. Vajra Moscato d'Asti 2022

Limited space so reserve your spot now!

Reserve Your Spot โ†’ Ristorante Lombardo on Hertel Ave

03/26/2024

Anyone else suddenly craving pasta!? ๐Ÿ˜

Our Tagliatelle Bolognese is served with veal, pork & beef ragu, thyme, and parmigiano

Reserve Your Table Now 03/25/2024

5 courses paired with 5 wines!? Join us for our Calabrian Wine Dinner ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿท

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, March 27th at 6:30pm

โœ“ $150 Five-Course Dinner prepared by Chef Eric Nessa & his talented team

โœ“ Enjoy the intense and soulful wines of Calabria in Southern Italy

Limited space so reserve your spot now!

Reserve Your Table Now Ristorante Lombardo on Hertel Ave

Reserve Your Spot โ†’ 03/11/2024

You won't want to miss this wine tasting from the beautiful and pristine Valle d'Aosta! ๐Ÿท

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, March 20th at 6:00pm
โœ“ $75 per person
โœ“ Small bites prepared by Chef Eric Nessa

Nestled in the Italian Alps, the Valle d'Aosta is known for its unique microclimate and rare native grape varieties. We will taste through 5 distinct wines from our favorite producers.

Paula Paradise of Paradise Wines will also be with us offering special discounts on retail bottles ๐ŸŽ‰

Wines we will be tasing:

โœ“ Ermes Pavese, Blanc de Morgex 2022
โœ“ Grosjean Petit Arvine, "Vigne Rovettaz," 2022
โœ“ Grosjean Premetta. 2022
โœ“ Grosjean Fumin, 2020
โœ“ Danilo Thomain Enfer D'Arvier 2021

Limited space so reserve your spot now!

Reserve Your Spot โ†’ Ristorante Lombardo on Hertel Ave

03/01/2024

You NEED a taste of our famous Wood Roasted Figs ๐Ÿคฉ

Perfected with prosciutto, gorgonzola, arugula, and balsamico

01/30/2024

Now THIS is one delicious dish ๐Ÿ˜

Chicken Confit e Tortelloni served with prosciutto stuffing, braised swiss chard, sage, and brodo

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Wine and dine like a proโ€”buy a bottle, weโ€™ll treat you with a FREE pizza! ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿท Simply mention this offer while available: ...
Psstโ€ฆthis one is already a customer favorite! ๐Ÿคฉ
Which of these refreshing mocktails are you cooling off with this summer? ๐Ÿ˜
Sneak a peek at our NEWEST summer dishes! ๐Ÿ‘€ Stop in & be one of the first to try themโ€ฆ
Patio Season is in full swing and weโ€™re loving every second of it ๐Ÿฅ‚
Whatโ€™s the secret to the best espresso martini? Join Sarah behind the bar ๐Ÿธโ˜•๏ธ
Send this to the friend who likes everything a little spicyโ€ฆ Shrimp fra Diavolo: bucatini, gulf shrimp, pomodoro, chili,...
Send this to someone who always orders dessert ๐Ÿ‘€ You have to try Pastry Chef Paschalโ€™s Banana & Chocolate Custard Brulee...
Who wants to try the cocktail Sarah is drinking? We are embracing every second of patio season at Ristorante Lombardo! ๐Ÿฅ‚...
Charles is here with the stunning Stuffed Veal Chop! Who would love to try this on the patio with us?
POV: youโ€™re done with work, itโ€™s 70ยฐ, and youโ€™re enjoying some al fresco dining on the Ristorante Lombardo patio ๐Ÿท
Itโ€™s Patio Season in Buffalo! If you havenโ€™t been on our patio in the last year or two, weโ€™ve made some exciting new cha...

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1198 Hertel Avenue
Buffalo, NY
14216

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 10pm
Friday 5pm - 11pm
Saturday 5pm - 11pm

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