Chef Mark Hutchenson's new American restaurant is redefining city dining. Brick walls, vintage posters and white linen tablecloths create a warm and trendy bistro mood. The menu includes a variety of appetizers such as Thai-high calamari and stuffed jalapenos, and entrees include steak frite and grilled prawns over pasta.
"We were in Buffalo to celebrate my son's college graduation and I picked Hutch's based on online reviews - I am not familiar with the city and my son knew no "fancy" places. It was wonderful!
There were 7 of us and we all have different tastes (including a vegetarian and someone who keeps Kosher). Everyone loved the food, including my boyfriend who pronounced it very good (which is the highest praise from him).
The service was excellent and they were so nice - when I called to tell them that we would be late because we were lost, they could not have been more understanding (unlike some experiences I've had on Long Island!).
Great food, great service, great place!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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"From the moment you enter Hutch's you know you are in a comfortable place. Each member of the Hutch's team is ready with a greeting and smile to make your stay with them the very best in atmosphere, service and dining. The food is varied for every taste. Beautiful presentation and delicious. Memorable . The portions are generous. The choices from the bar are equally varied. An enjoyable place to dine time and time again."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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"Our server was excellent. She made recommendations and checked back without hovering. My son and I were celebrating. I had a 5 Sipper Manhattan and he chose a Rusty Chain. The Manhattan's description is sweet, but it was not, which I like. I had the Foie Gras Torchon and we shared the bacon, which was bourbon and apple cider braised. Make sure you you get this if you dine at Hutch's. My son had the perch app which had a vinegar-based cole slaw and the perch was fried but not greasy. My entree was the fontina and sage stuffed veal chop wrapped in prosciutto. The dish was fabulous. My son had the shrimp and scallop topped halibut. My son had creme brulee and he described it as classic and done well. All I can say is go to Hutch's!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"The food at Hutch's is excellent with a good selection for most tastes. I found the servers to be well trained and attentive without being disruptive. The bar is well stocked with higher end liquors and a great selection of wine by the glass or bottle. The only small problem is the restaurant is in an old home so noise travels and there is no defined hostess area."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Always great food but we made a reservation for 7:30 and when we got there we waited 10 minutes for the hostess to greet us and were directed to the bar area to wait 15 minutes. I'm assuming they do this to get us to drink at the bar but what is the point in making a reservation? However the food and service(from the waitress) is always outstanding."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
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"First off let me say our waiter was outsanding with no complaints about him or the service he provided. The first problem was luke warm gumbo. The second problem was the restaurant was out of apple crisp and then told out of cheesecake. We had our Prawns and linguini packaged to go and the next day discovered someone ate one of my prawns prior to packaging. Why would you do this? The person who packed it knows."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2012
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"We went to Hutch's for our anniversary dinner. We don't live in Buffalo but happened to be there this weekend and had seen good reviews of this place. Maybe it is good for a Buffalo restaurant, but given the prices it was just ok. The service was slow, the food was fine but not worth the prices, and the menu selection left something to be desired. There were a number of things that were listed on the website menu that were not actually available. I would reccommend this restaurant if it wasn't so expensive because it's fine - just not worth the steep prices."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2012
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"I love to spoil myself with great food and can't believe I waited so long to go to Hutch's. 10/10 passed everyone on my list (sorry Russ but they got ya) I have a new favorite."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"We lived in Orchard Park, NY 13 winters before moving "south" to Pennsylvania. We often dined at Hutches while we lived in WNY and hadn't been back to visit for 5 years. While visiting our son, we dined at Hutch's this weekend. The quality of the food and drink hasn't changed a bit. This is one of the culinary gems in Buffalo. The young chefs in the kitchen are culinary artists in the true sense of the word. The food quality, flavor and presentation continue to be awesome. Prices are reasonable considering the offerings. I was especially happy with the wine specials list. Hutches was offering a Barolo at the price I would expect to pay retail in our pathetic Pennsylvania State Stores. Great value! The veal chop is superb!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Our dinner at Hutch's was great! Great service, the food was PERFECT, and there was a nice bar for us to have a cocktail while we waited for our table. Didn't love our table location: where the servers pick up the food...but the service and meal more than made up for this. Two thumbs up from us!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"LET ME START BY SAYING THE FOOD WAS OUTSTANDING, BUT PRICEY. THIS RESTAURANT IS TOO
NOISY TO ENJOY THE FOOD. CONSIDERING THE NOISE AND AMBIENCE FACTOR I WOULD NOT COME BACK, OR RECOMMEND THIS RESTAURANT. THERE ARE TOO MANY OTHER CHOICES FOR DINING."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: hot spot
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"Excellant servers and the food was perfection! You did not need anything they didn't think of first. Really top notch! My first time ever having lamb chops & they were perfect. My husbands steak was done to perfection."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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"The food was perfect!! The ambience could have been a bit better for a romantic occasion, though. So, if you are looking for a great steak with awesome service, but don't mind a little noise l, then try this place."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"Brought my girlfriend here for our anniversary, sparked romantic conversation and gave us an amazing night to remember. Delicious food, great service. Loved it."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Our appetizer was cool. Our waitress did not even check on us until we had finished. She then asked if we want another cooked order of hot peppers. Really. ?.?"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
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"I have been to Hutch's many times over the last ten years and had overall a good opinion of the place. Last time was not what I expected at all. My friend's salmon dish was inedible and my sesame crusted tuna was sinuous. Since tuna served this way should be sashimi grade this was unacceptable. We didn't complain about our food because we were dining with an out-of-town guest and didn't want to make him uncomfortable.... he seemed to enjoy his food... but who knows maybe he was also being polite. The Guinness chocolate cake was nothing special...kind of blah. Hutch's has never been particularly a foodie place, but I used think about it as a solid and consistent joint. Not anymore :("
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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"Very good food and everything was perfect, from our welcoming to the 1st drink and our dessert. Only problem I had was that our waiter never asked my husband if he wanted dessert after bring the 2 complintery dessert for the 2 birthday celebrants. And after receiving our 1st cup of coffee - it took some time to get a 2nd and then the waiter brought some for myself and my friend but never any for my husband."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, hot spot
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"Hands down the best restaurant in Buffalo. The food is consistently fresh and of excellent quality. The selection is so varied and the service is attentive but not over-bearing."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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"Lovely ambiance and excellent food. Pricey but worth the cost. Only issue can be the noise level when the restaurant is full, but in warm weather, the front porch is perfect."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Our server Anthony was wonderful. Very friendly, energetic and was ejoying his job. All four meals ordered were cooked to perfection. I love a good steak and my strip steak just melted in my mouth.
We will return to Hutch's agian for more great food and service"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"My husband and I had dinner reservations for 7:30 pm. We were not seated until close to 8:00 pm. The restaurant feels claustrophobic as there are no windows in the back room where we were seated.
The food was very good yet the wine selection was fair especially when comparing to other local Buffalo finer dining experiences. This was our second occasion at this establishment that produced fair results."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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"Was horrible that I had to wait over 1 1/2 past my reservation to get seated. I left and went to another restaurant. I understand it was busy, but 1 1/2? I will not go back to this restaurant, no food is that good to wait that long after a reservation."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
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"Steak was arguably the best I have had in Buffalo. Lobster Bisque was awesome even though I'm not a big seafood lover. Service is great. Portion sizes are perfect."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"Very nice for a special occasion, although the dessert menu is a little over a the top. Mr and my wife felt the desserts had far too much going on with them too really enjoy. All in all it is a nice place for a good dinner and phenomenal table service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Utstanding experience in every way. Do want to be seated in the front half of the restaurant. Bar is great atmosphere and distinctive decor. Small but terrific outdoor dining in the summer. Very friendly, customer focused and disti9nctive service."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Everybody at Hutch's makes you feel welcome! Their service is fantastic. Wonderful food. Each mouthful is just so superbly tasteful. Mrs. Hutch' grazed our table with her joyful presence. Thank you guys!!!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, special occasion
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"This was our fist time dining here and it was a fantastic experience. I was looking for a wine to fit my taste and our waiter was able to recommend something perfect for me!! Over all our experience was wonderful and we will definitely be coming back and recommending it to our friends and family! Thank you!!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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"I love Hutch's, out of my price range, but certainly a nice place to take guests. Dinner plates stayed way too long on the table after we finished eating, we had to talk over empty plates, so we skipped coffee and dessert. Nicest place in town would repeat again soon!"
Dined on 01/20/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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