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Italian Prime at Salvatore's, Buffalo, NY

Italian Prime at Salvatore's

4.7
4.7
4238 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Established in 1967, ITALIAN | PRIME at Salvatore's is recognized as one of Western New York's premier full-service fine dining restaurant. The chefs have created an inspired menu with Steaks, Seafood and Italian Cuisine. Awards include the DiRONA and the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence — Two Cups.

Our team of Chefs are continually updating the menu and services with creative offerings and is now noted as Buffalo's only Italian Steakhouse.

The Chandelier Bar, at Salvatore's, has become a destination on its own. The Salvatores have created a relaxing contemporary space for a casual meal, happy hours, weekday specials and live music.

Salvatore's Hospitality, also offers two boutique hotels. The Garden Place Hotel and The Delavan Hotel and Spa offer hotel, Spa and dinner packages, perfect for a quick getaway, and out of town guests. Buffalo Niagara International Airport shuttle service is complimentary with your hotel rese

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (716) 635-9000 ext. 1
  • Website
    https://salvatoresitalianprime.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    John Pisarek
  • Catering
    Buffalo catering visit www.salvatores.net to catering all you private and special events.
  • Private party facilities
    We have 7 private rooms to accommodate up to 600 guests The Lounge 60 People New Crystal Dining Room 60 People Victorian Ball Room 120 People Bella Ballroom 150 People Amore 220 People Venetian Ballroom 300 People Bellamore 600 People Table 1 25 People
  • Location
    6461 Transit Rd, Buffalo, NY 14043
  • Area
    Cheektowaga
  • Cross Street
    Genessee Street
  • Parking details
    There is ample parking for all guest. Valet parking is available every day.
  • Public transit
    We are 1.2 miles from buffalo international airport BUF. Salvatore's also provides shuttle served to and from any business within a 5 mile radius. <br /><br />
  • Entertainment
    Serving only the best quality in Steaks Seafood & Pasta. Salvatore's is the ultimate dinning experience. With a team of 17 chefs the menu has a variety of flavors and dishes to accommodate everyone. There is LIVE ENTERTAINMENT many Friday and Saturday evenings for your dancing and listening pleasure. You may request seating for dinner in this area and remain for the evening.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 4,238 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Upstate New York

    Great for fine wines

  • Upstate New York

    Romantic

  • Western New York

    Great for fine wines

  • Western New York

    Romantic

  • Western New York

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Italian Prime at Salvatore's offers a delightful dining experience with "impeccable service" consistently praised by diners, particularly mentioning waiters Giovanni and Gio. The menu features standout dishes like Bruschetta and Veal Chop with Rigatoni. While some found the prices steep, the ambience and attentive service make it a "must-do" experience.

4,238 Reviews

  1. Debbie

    Upstate NY

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are never disappointed with the service or food at Salvatore's. Always a treat to eat there.

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  2. jason

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Geno was phenomenal and would request by name! Impossible to leave hungry!

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  3. david

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    our waiter was excellent, and the food was great. There were a lot of people so service wasn't as fast but expected with that many people there on a Saturday evening. the bloody marys were supurb too

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  4. Curtis

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The wife and I enjoyed the dining and the live music

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  5. Michael

    Upstate NY

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We hadn't been here in many years. We were pleased with our experience, our waiter Jeff was pleasant and responsive to our needs. We will return based on our positive experience!

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  6. Dougmad

    New York City

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Waited at bar well past reservation time. Could have ate at the bar but that wasn't the experience we were looking for. Service was slow. Waiter disappeared for long stretches. Entrees were good but they did not require long preparation time (prime rib and bolognaise pasta are slow-cooked). Pasta was good but the medium rib was much past medium well. I know it's not fast food but three hours for a Sunday night dinner was quite excessive. Total bill was +$200 with tip. Not really what we were expecting... probably should have ordered at the bar.

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  7. Paul

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Food and Service. The enterimanet in the bar was great.

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  8. Rose

    New York City

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I have dined at Italian Prime several times over the past couple of years and consider it to be one of the nicer fine dining restaurants in WNY. Tonight we were celebrating our 14 year old grandson's birthday; we wanted to make it special. While the fine dining approach is present; there are areas that need improvement. The food in my opinion is average; there really was nothing over the top. The presentation is classic and just ok. The prices are extremely high for the product you are receiving. I feel the prices of the food are almost double what they should be for the market. I do not see myself planning to reserve for dinner there again anytime soon. I did not feel as if the waiter actually knew the wine list. He was mediocre at best in his service. While this is a classic staple restaurant in WNY; they should consider some menu and price changes. Perhaps this is a place for those that like the classics; I have finally realized it is not for me.They have tried to reinvent themselves with Perla; the seafood oyster bar within the complex; they need to also reinvent the classic restaurant.

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  9. Justina

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1st time there it was amazing. Gio was out waiter and he was amazing

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  10. Carlos

    New York City

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 9 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we go the we have great food awesome service

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FAQs

Italian Prime at Salvatore's does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Italian Prime at Salvatore's is rated 4.7 stars by 4238 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2+ people
19:00
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Italian Prime at Salvatore's

6461 Transit Rd, Buffalo, NY 14043

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Genessee Street
  • Area
    Cheektowaga
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is ample parking for all guest. Valet parking is available every day.
  • Public transit
    We are 1.2 miles from buffalo international airport BUF. Salvatore's also provides shuttle served to and from any business within a 5 mile radius.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    John Pisarek
  • Entertainment
    Serving only the best quality in Steaks Seafood & Pasta. Salvatore's is the ultimate dinning experience. With a team of 17 chefs the menu has a variety of flavors and dishes to accommodate everyone. There is LIVE ENTERTAINMENT many Friday and Saturday evenings for your dancing and listening pleasure. You may request seating for dinner in this area and remain for the evening.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://salvatoresitalianprime.com/
  • Phone number
    (716) 635-9000 ext. 1
  • Catering
    Buffalo catering visit www.salvatores.net to catering all you private and special events.
  • Private party facilities
    We have 7 private rooms to accommodate up to 600 guests The Lounge 60 People New Crystal Dining Room 60 People Victorian Ball Room 120 People Bella Ballroom 150 People Amore 220 People Venetian Ballroom 300 People Bellamore 600 People Table 1 25 People
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