Buffalo's most popular "new world" Italian style restaurant. Superb service, white linens and extensive wine menu selections. Featuring handmade gnocchi, classic pasta bolognese, and piping-hot risotto's made to order. Savor the incredibly Grilled Lobster Tail Risotto or the Stuffed Veal Chop, and Certified Angus Beef Rib-Eye Steak that will satisfy your premium cravings. Enjoy an evening of cocktails and appetizers in our bar or full service dinner for your guests. Tempo resides in a circa 1880 former private residence that has been restored to capture elegance and romance in our unique hardwood floor and exposed brick wall dining room. Private meeting space is also available. Tempo is located in the Historic Allentown district in Buffalo, New York.
"Tempo has the best food around. Perfectly seasoned and prepared. The portions are a one sitting serving size, you can complete the mean there. However, for the portion size the cost is quite expensive so it is a special occasion only resturant. Also, they will ask you to leave your table and sit at the bar if you've finished your meal, want to sit and talk with your companions and they need your table. This has happened to me so now I don't go there with friends when I know we'll want to talk and catch up after dinner. I will go with my husband when I know after our meal we need to get home to pay the sitter. However, they make me feel rushed and after the meal I feel we have to quickly pay and leave so they can have the table."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Service was amazing as was food really good! Didn't love the chicken entree, good not great, I would have chosen something else. Everything else was great! Will visit soon with out of town friends!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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"We were very pleased with the whole experience at Tempo Restaurant from the ambience to the service and of course the food. All 4 of us were very pleasantly surprised with the experience and have found a gem that we will continue to frequent in the future for special occasions. The timing of each course was perfect without us feeling rushed or even anxious awaiting the next course."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"Always wonderful food and service! Have dines there often and never disappointed! The only complaint I have is that it can be pretty loud if really busy- because of the acoustics."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"We arrived to Tempo right when the restaurant opened and there weren't too many people, but within minutes other reservations were arriving. The staff is extremely attentive and the bussing staff does a great job observing diners and clearing plates as soon as possible. The food was outstanding! All of our dishes were cooked to perfection and were the perfection portion. Everything we ordered looked exactly as we had expected, due to the very detailed menu. They have a very extensive wine list complete with a glass or bottle of wine for every price point. The bartender was very confident in his skill and the mixed drinks were great. Definitely a little on the pricey end, but well worth every penny!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"One of Buffalo's best chefs. Great food. Attentive staff. Everyone goes out of his way to make the customer's experience wonderful. You cannot go wrong here."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Food was OK, not that special. In fact the spinach in my meal was so salty I couldn't even eat it. Still, good for Buffalo but if I were in a major city I would say don't bother for the price. The service however was excellent."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"First time at this restaurant for a special occasion celebrating my husband's promotion. This is the famous "Hutch's" 3rd restaurant in the area. Fabulous in every way. Food, service, ambiance.....outstanding!!! Pricey, but as the saying goes, you get what you pay for!!! We will be returning.....just relocated back to WNY and this is now our favorite. Kudos...."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"All food was of the highest quality; expertly prepared and served. We had a party of 6 and we never felt rushed during the meal. We ordered wine, apppetizers, entrees and desserts, The calamari and oysters were excellent. All dinners were prepared as requested. Very attentive wait staff."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Excellent upscale restaurant with fantastic food. Although sevice was a little slow that evening (for which the waiter apologized), it allowed us ample time to relax between courses. Sat upstairs, which was definitely a bit quieter than downstairs, which we preferred. We were glad to have a generous gift certificate to use to pay for our meal, as this place is on the pricier side (entrees in the upper $30s). For two people who ordered a glass of wine, a couple beers, an appetizer, two entrees, and a dessert (to go), bill came to $142. However, it's also possible to spend less if ordering pastas as your main course. Really enjoyed the complimentary olive plate and breads too. No complaints and looking forward to returning in the future!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Service was outstanding, food was wonderful! If I'm nitpicking my only drawback might be the menu is limited. A few more options wouldn't hurt. I will definatly be back though, everything is top notch."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"It was Valentine's Day mind you, but the experience was not pleasant. Tempo had over booked the restaurant, they would only give you one slice of bread and you would have to call a busy waiter over to get another slice for yourself if you wanted one. The Food was no where near worth the price that they serve it for, the menu was confusing, the waiter would try to get each member of your table to order 3-5 separate items as "that's just Italian traditional dining",they didn't offer to make any special accommodations for the people that had to wait by a freezing cold door because there was no where to sit, the small bar was full, and they did not even offer anything for free to compensate for the ridiculously poor planning. Never going back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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"We were celebrating our son's 21st birthday 02/02/2013. Service was impeccable,water and wine glasses never empty.Our entrees -perfection to taste and beautiful to look at ! This included bringing a piece birthday cake at no charge and with no pre arranged request.Chef Wright quietly overseeing that all diners were having the perfect dining experience."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"The service was attentive and professional. We arrived to an empty room for a 6PM dinner but it soon filled up. A foie gras appetizer was delicious. An arugula salad consisted of an unappealing tightly packed mass of leaves, poorly sliced prosciutto and a forgettable dressing. Well cooked Mahi Mahi was overwhelmed by a pink glop of sauce. Competently prepared espresso is rare at Buffalo restaurants and this was no exception. And the prices are ridiculous."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Though I have been to Tempo many times it particularly shines in the eyes of out of town guests. I entertained my friend, who was visiting from New York, and Temp never fails to impress. Well done as always guys! THANKS!"
Dined on 01/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Great experience from start to finish. We're met at door by host and hostess who recognized our reservation without checking the list. Sat promptly with menu, specials and wine list. Greeted quickly by waiter who provided water and took drink order. Food was prepared well, great combination of creative dishes and rarer Italian formal classics. Well timed food arrival with little dead time. Food warm. Wait staff readily available without being obtrusive. Nice atmosphere. Would highly recommend."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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