DOWNTOWN. Located in downtown Buffalo, this stylish yet unpretentious corner bar is a diamond in the rough that attracts Buffalo's young and beautiful. Patrons mingle over drinks while rock, alternative and memorable 80s beats play in the background. Occassional live bands and theme nights add to the fun.

ALLENTOWN. This intriguing coffeehouse features savory bites, a full bar and frequent live music. Art by local artists lines adorns the walls and entertainment ranges from jazz to folk to blues bands. You'll find an extensive variety of liquor including a wide selection of premium malt scotches, and the food menu offers dishes like Asian chicken salad, Norwegian smoked salmon, and 10 irresistible versions of the panini.

WILLIAMSVILLE. Renowned for its fabulous beer and savory grub, this popular bar's the place to grab a bite of some of the city's famous fare. Try the sampler platter, which features chicken wings, seasoned to your liking, and a mini beef on weck, or order the full-sized sandwich, stuffed with slow-roasted beef that's been soaked in ale. In addition to several house brews, there's a wide selection of beer on tap that might include Guinness, Stella Artois, Newcastle and Sam Adams.

DOWNTOWN. Awesome dance nights and creative drinks keep this club packed. Splurge for the bar's signature drink the El Diablo (amaretto, sloe gin, triple sec, raspberry schnapps, orange vodka and Bacardi 151); or, if you dare crave brew, try a dose of Original Sin Hard Cidar or a Dixie Crimson Voodoo Ale. On Friday nights folks move and groove to tunes from the past four decades, while Saturdays feature live rock.

DOWNTOWN. Founded in the 1930s, this second-floor club served as a haven for African-American music lovers. Today folks still congregate here to enjoy live blues and jazz bands over drinks. Lined with photos of famous musicians including Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie and Duke Ellington, the interior pays tribute to the venue's cultural and musical legacies.