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Looking for a new date night spot? You know the kind of place — where the food is stellar, yet it still feels low key. If that’s you, take note, because Hayes Seafood House has entered the chat. It’s unpretentious, yet quietly serving game-changing food.
Walking in feels like you’ve suddenly transported yourself to coastal Maine. Yet somehow, you’re still right here in WNY. And we love that for us, because now we don’t have to travel for a life-changing lobster roll.
Hayes has built a reputation over the past 150 years, and fresh is kind of their whole personality. They’re not shy about it either — they’ll tell you flat out that no one in Buffalo is bringing in seafood as fresh as they are. Bold? Sure. But when you’re serving up wild-caught seafood on the daily, you’ve earned a little swagger.
Hayes Seafood House / Photo x Stephanie Dubin for Step Out Buffalo
Right now, they’ve got all the wintery classics to warm you up from the inside out. Creamy lobster bisque. Clam chowder in all the varieties. Seafood dinners with all the sides. Yes, please.
And since we’re fully into fish fry season, Hayes is the perfect place to get your fix. They’re serving up flaky white haddock, fried in a light crispy batter. Add a pillowy roll, crunchy coleslaw, fries, or housemade potato salad, and you’ve got a recipe for deliciousness. Also cue coming back again and again, cuz you just can’t get enough. Just thinking about it is enough to make our mouths water.
They offer takeout and delivery too, for those days when you just need to stay cozy at home. Though honestly? Coming in is half the fun. They’re always mixing things up with special events — think wine-paired dinners, wild salmon tastings, and limited-time pop-up menus. These nights tend to sell out quickly, so following on social media is the move if you want a seat at the table.
Hayes Seafood House / Photo x Stephanie Dubin for Step Out Buffalo
So here’s the deal: if seafood is your thing, this place needs to be on your radar. It’s rare, it’s responsibly sourced, and it’s seriously top-tier. And if you haven’t experienced the warming comfort of wintery seafood, you’re missing out. So snag a reservation, bring your boo, and see for yourself why this is Buffalo’s ultimate seafood stop. You won’t regret it.
Full Service
Hayes Seafood House
8900 Main St Williamsville, NY 14221
★★★★★ 4.6 (916 Google reviews)
North Towns
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