The Taste of Buffalo presented by TOPS is an annual event that showcases the best of the Buffalo Niagara region's culinary talents. Everyone knows about Chicken Wings and Beef on Weck, but do they know about Sausage Stuffed Pepper Risotto Sticks or Chrusciki?

The mission of the Taste of Buffalo is to promote the City of Buffalo and showcase the greater Buffalo area restaurants and businesses by providing an affordable and enjoyable weekend festival that takes place in an inclusive and socially responsible manner for all.

The Taste of Buffalo is July 12-13, 2025 and is located in the heart of Downtown Buffalo along Delaware Avenue beginning just South of Niagara Square by City Hall and heading North to Chippewa St

The festival is open 11a.m. – 9 p.m. on Saturday, and 11a.m. – 7 p.m. on Sunday

There is no admission fee to enter the Taste of Buffalo.

All food items are priced between 4 and 12 tickets.

There are 3 ticket tents located throughout the festival. Food tickets are sold in $6 sheets and all food items cost between 4 and 12 tickets. You will receive 10 tickets for $6 cash and $6.25 credit, if purchased at our ticket tents at the festival.

Pre-sale Food Ticket Vouchers
Pre-sale Food Ticket Vouchers are the only way to buy tickets in advance and are available for purchase at the registers at participating Tops Markets beginning the second Sunday in June through 5 p.m. on Sunday of the festival. Buy them in $10 increments and redeem them at any festival ticket tent. You’ll receive 20 food/beverage tickets for each $10 voucher.

Pre-Sale Food Ticket Voucher Family Freebie Offer 
Or take take advantage of the Family Freebie! Buy one $60 Pre-sale Food Ticket Voucher and get 4 FREE Coca-Cola brand beverages at the Taste! Redeem your Family Freebie voucher at any festival ticket tent to receive 120 food/beverage tickets and 4 coupons for your free Coca-Cola beverages.

Restaurants do not offer free food, but many of our sponsors offer free samples or other giveaways.

Yes. Metro Bus & Rail can get you to the Taste of Buffalo hassle free! Parking is FREE at Park & Ride lots. For more information or to plan your trip visit https://metro.nfta.com/

There are numerous paid parking lots and ramps surrounding the event, or you may park on any side street that doesn't have restrictions.

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The festival is handicap accessible. Handicap parking is available on a first come, first serve basis on surrounding side streets that do not have parking restrictions. There are also numerous parking lots and ramps surrounding the festival that have handicap spots.

*The festival does not rent or provide mobility devices, such as wheelchairs or scooters

The Taste accepts applications year round. To be considered, click here to complete the Restaurant Application, or here for the Food Truck application by the deadline of the festival year you are applying for. 

Restaurants have chosen to designate some of their menu items as gluten free, vegan, and vegetarian.

Please Note: Taste of Buffalo has not confirmed the accuracy of the restaurants and food trucks menu items designated as vegetarian (VEG), vegan (V), and/or gluten free (GF) and cannot ensure there will be no cross-contamination. If you are unsure, please ask the person taking your order before making a purchase. The Taste is not responsible for any resulting illnesses.

Submit our Sponsorship Request Form and we'll contact you directly or call:

Connie Wendling
(716) 249-1189

The Taste does not offer any type of vendor package for selling products.

July 11 & 12, 2026

July 10 & 11, 2027

We are dog lovers, that's why we suggest that you consider leaving your dog at home. The crowds, stimulation and heat may not be the best place for your dog.

Tips for setting your dog up for success at an outdoor festival:

1. Bring only well socialized dogs to events, these are not the places to flood your dog with stimulation.
2. Make sure you dog is up to date on all vaccinations, for their health and for the health of the other dogs as well.
3. Bring the right equipment: A 4 foot nylon leash will keep your dog close and give you the most control. Pack water and a water bowl for your pet. And don’t forget the poop bags!
4. Be mindful of your pet. Watch for signs of stress. If your dog needs to leave, take them home, you can always come back.
5. Be mindful of people around your pet. Not everyone knows how to be safe around animals and may inadvertently do something to antagonize your pet.
6. Keep a safe distance. Your dog does not need to meet and become best friends with every dog they see at an event. It is a high stress environment and the meeting may not go as well as planned.
7. Test out the pavement/blacktop with your bare feet. If it is too hot to stand on it will be too hot for your dogs' paws too, and blistering can occur.
8. Have fun!

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