San Marco - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

We celebrate New Years Eve at San Marcos for last 20 years. This place is a jewel. It doesn’t get any better. I always recommend it to all new people moving into the area!!

We were looking for something new for our dining experience and my husband chose this little restaurant. Not disappointed! Although we didn't have reservations, we were seated immediately upon our arrival. Just a few minutes later, our server came by asking for our drink order and at the same time, put a small basket of wonderful, warm Italian bread in front of us. We ordered an insalata arugula to split between us. When the salad was served, we actually thought that the server had made a mistake by giving us 2 large plates of salad. When I pointed out to her that we had only ordered 1 to split between the 2 of us, she smiled and told us that she had already split it! Each split portion was just the right amount for us. I ordered the saltimbocca alla romana (veal) and just can't say how absolutely wonderful it was! I could taste the white wine, garlic, fresh sage, parma prosciutto and mozzarella cheese, but each flavour was subtle and one didn't overpower the other. Absolutely delicious! My husband ordered the pollo trastevere, which was a delight, seasoned precisely and the vegetables were light and delicious. Each of our dinner portions were a nice size and I even had a bit left over to take home. Overall, the service was fantastic - very attentive - and the food was exceptional. We will be back!

Absolutely a fantastic dinning experience. Every dish was outstanding, service was excellent. Great place for special occasion.

What I can say, to describe this establishment, I use the word "consistent". They're are restaurants that can be hit or miss, not San Marco. The quality is always superb and your gracious ✨️ for the experience.

Holy smokes..... a business partner of ours took us here for dinner. It was amazing! Small, intimate atmosphere and the food was more than I had anticipated in quality. To add to the review, our host was an itlaian man, so his recommendation was nothing short of expected.

Always a great meal. Good old world service and charm.

One of our favorite spots. Owner is there every single night making sure everything is perfect for all who dine with him. Food and service are always great. Quaint little spot. Wine room is our person favorite. Love these guys and everything they do. Can't wait to get back there soon!

Best Italian food in Buffalo! Every item we tried was bursting with flavor, from the basil in the Stracciatella soup to the lemon caper sauce of the Pollo Milanese! The Arabiatta is second to none!!!!

Great food and atmosphere. Attentive servers. Everything was delicious! Special occasions only unless your wallet is loaded.

Such a hidden gem! Went for a family dinner and I would go back in a heartbeat! The Chicken Milanese was excellent as was our dessert! Warm and cozy atmosphere with a large selection of favorites!

Food was great, service could be improved. Waitress we had did not seem to know what was and was not available.

We absolutely loved our dinners they were truly delicious. I had the chicken in a creamy Marcella sauce, and my husband had the Filet Minion . It is pricey and definitely worth it! If you want a special dinner, this is the place to go! Make sure to call and make reservations! Manga!

I was looking for fine dining in Buffalo NY. I am so glad I found San Marco Ristorante. They boast a scratch kitchen and do not disappoint. They have the freshest ingredients and the owners Frank and Nancy are top notch people. You can tell that is a pro family operation. The Livorno is my favorite dish. It’s incredible there.

Amazing classic Italian place, intimate, with some awesome tasty dishes. This is the best Italian food I've had in Buffalo.

Finally stopped into San Marcos and WOW!! What a beautiful place and phenomenol dinner!!! Service was outstanding, and even better when the owner seats you, even pulling out the chair! It’s places like this that I have missed!! The atmosphere is quaint and not loud, as most restaurants have become. I welcomed that! And the food?! Oh my! Everything was perfectly prepared and outstanding!! The bolognese with lamb and veal was amazing. The filet was cooked perfectly and so delicious. Even the tiramisu is something I will come back for! I encourage anyone to try this restaurant

Exceptional food and service. Everything an authentic Italian restaurant should be with fantastic opinions and amazing flavors! Bravo! Can't wait to go back!

We came here for our anniversary dinner, and I must say every entrée we ordered was fabulous!!! The pasta was fresh and everything was so well seasoned. Especially the shrimp and lobster ravioli was a 10/10 if you’re going to order one thing let it be this dish. The outside of the restaurant makes it seem like it’s closed but once inside the vibes are immaculate and I loved the ambiance, mood lighting and decor. Not pictured is the Tiramisu slice which was a disappointment, for $12 the portion size is tiny and it is not an authentic tiramisu, felt like something you would get at a grocery store.

Literally the best in 716. Over the top dinners and fabulous wine selection. Staff are amazing and welcome their guests like family. Can’t come to Buffalo without having a meal or two at San Marco! 💥

Excellent, EXCELLENT food. Our server, however, must not have realized that we could hear her when she was swearing about and trash talking our table, as we were just around the corner from the register and kitchen. She was nice enough and attentive while in front of us and I know she’s not the only server to swear about a table when not within earshot, but it kind of left a sour taste. The manager or owner came by to check on us which was great and again, the food was really delicious! Would go back.

Northern Italian restaurant with delicious food, a wonderful atmosphere and exceptional service! Perfectly timed delivery of our wine, appetizers and main courses, plus dessert and espresso! We recommend doing it all. The appetizer we loved was “RAVIOLI ALL’ARAGOSTA”. My meal was “VITELLO BOSCAIOLA” and I highly recommend. We will be back!

If I could give more stars for atmosphere I would… this is a very comfortable space and it accommodates a lot of tables without feeling crowded. There are multiple dining rooms and the one we were in was magnificent. We loved the floor to ceiling shelves that were used to store the wine and the stone walls. The service was good and we appreciated the relaxed pace. We started with the lobster ravioli and baby shrimp appetizer and split the arugula salad. The salad was very fresh and the portion is more appropriate for 1 person. They also have delicious bread and butter. For wine, we were recommended the Romeo by the owner and it was perfect! For my entree I got the VITELLO DELLA NONNA and it was one of the best meals of my life! They were out of a few dessert options but we were pleased with the cappuccino gelato that we split! We can’t wait to go back. This is a great place to celebrate special moments or to impress guests.

Absolutely fabulous meal on Saturday night. The food was delicious. Our waitress was very attentive and helpful explaining the dishes. Appetizer of the day (mini ravioli) was outstanding The atmosphere was wonderful. Our first time at San Marcos but definitely not our last.

I had the hot pepper ravioli appetizer, the fettuccine alla bolognese entree, and the apple pie for dessert. All amazing! I'm definitely going back to this incredible gem!

Service was spot on and the food was heavenly. Walked in this evening thinking I made a reservation online but was mistaken. Treated very poorly by owner Frank. Loved the food but will never go back.

My family and I have eaten here many times over the years. This is a place to impress your guests. The food is consistently excellent in taste and presentation. Mama is a culinary wizard.

The perfect place to eat. Service ,food ,and quiet so you can talk without yelling.

OMG one of the best Italian restaurants I have been in. Easily the top in Buffalo. High quality food with the perfect amount of seasoning. You will not be disappointed.

This was a fabulous dining experience. Coming from a fussy Italian, it says a lot. If you're somewhat adventurous and appreciate good quality, this is the place to go for authentic Italian flavor. If you're someone who orders spaghetti or thinks Chef's is good, this is not for you. It would be a waste of your money.

We've been twice. The first time, it was the wife and I, we had David as a server. The meal and the service were fantastic. The second time wasn't good. There were four of us, my sons girlfriend is black. We felt snubbed the whole time. We waited quite some time, then Lisa came to take our order. Never even asked if we wanted drinks. Food was great. When finished, we sat with empty plates for a long time while everyone passed by and saw them. The busboy, the server, even the owner. Not in a hurry to go back now. It's too bad, as the food really is top notch

Phenomenal meal. Our server, David, was fantastic. Hard to believe it was our first time there. We'll be back.

We love San Marco. Wish we could eat there every week.

Frank, you were most gracious to the Batdorf family during our recent birthday visit for my son Brent's birthday. It was a very memorable night for our family. Thank you. Thank you. THANK YOU!!!

Fantastic atmosphere, excellent attention to your meal and family owned and operated. Highly recommend.

Absolutely lovely owner & staff! The food was fabulous! Make a reservation today!

Excellent restaurant, service was second to none. Owners are Italian. Born there! Enough said! You won't be disappointed. It's worth the drive!

The sea bass was outstanding. Amazing sauces with all our meals!

For our group of four it was our first time trying San Marco. Each of us ordered different apps and entrees. And we all agreed the food was amazing. Also, our server was friendly and attentive. They allowed us to bring in a birthday cake but did charge a questionable cake cutting fee🤷🏻‍♀️. (If they offered birthday cakes we would have gladly ordered it there). Other than that, everything else got high marks. We would eat here again.

This is a great restaurant. The food is delicious and the service was excellent. I had the special which was wild boar and it was phenomenal. The wine menu is very good. It is a great place for a quiet, intimate dinner. It is rather expensive but definitely worth the price. A person in ur party ordered a steak and said it matched other high end steak places in the area.

Hands down the best restaurant in the Buffalo area!!! Hidden gem that will have you coming back again and again. The staff is so warm and friendly, everything on the menu is delicious, and the atmosphere is perfect for a romantic night out!

The BEST Italian meal I’ve had in years. I went with my girlfriend on Sunday night and we were blown away by how incredible everything was. Our waitress was the owners daughter and she went above and beyond in making our night special. The food was exquisite. From the appetizers to dessert, nothing disappointed. The atmosphere is cozy and private, and they treat you like family. 10/10. You won’t be disappointed!

{Service} 5/5* We went on a Sunday night at 7pm and made a reservation the day before. You definitely have to reserve as it’s always packed. We were seated pretty quickly. Our server was attentive and even made our food spicier to accommodate my south asian mother haha. The owner himself even cleared away our plates. Amazing incredible service! They are so humble and welcoming. {Food} Risotto del giorno (mushroom truffle) $16 5/5* The most delicious, creamy, umami, salty risotto I’ve ever had. Best hands down. I’ve tried this dish several times in different places, San Marco does it best. I’d drive 2 hrs from Toronto again just for this dish! Capesante al vesuvio $19 5/5* Scallops with lemon herb butter sauce and pesto risotto. The risotto was divine and I was told the scallops were perfectly cooked and very flavourful. Penne all’arrabbiata $25 4.5/5* Very spicy and flavourful sauce. Perfectly cooked pasta. A little too spicy so def avoid if you can’t handle spice, we’re south asian and it was quite spicy even for us. Fusilli alla luciana $25 4/5* Very creamy sauce with some sundried tomatoes and perfectly cooked fusilli pasta. -1 because it was a bit too one note and too rich for me, description said tomato cream sauce so I expected more tomato. Still delicious pasta but I’d opt for a lighter option next time. Chocolate lava cake with hazelnut ice cream $12 4/5* Hazelnut ice cream was delicious, not too sweet, creamy. Molten cake was okay - I wasn’t a fan of the cake itself but the molten chocolate was good and not overly sweet. {Ambiance} 5/5* Crowded but not too loud because tables are divided between 2 or 3 rooms I believe. Business casual to formal attire. The prices are decently affordable but feels like fine dining. Overall: 5/5* Recommend to others?: DEFINITELY, come here, even make the trip from Toronto. Best Italian I’ve ever had so far!

Absolutely fantastic meal a highly recommended for romantic evening for 2 absolute an absolute must go to. Wish i had taken pictures for you. I was to wrapped up enjoying my meal. God bless San Marco👍😁👍❤❤❤❤❤❤

Excellent high end dinner. It’ll take about two hours to eat, the bill will be over $100 per person, and everything you are served will be delicious. Expensive but worth it.

Wish I had read reviews before going. Some of them say the staff is biased towards African Americans, and that was my experience as well. When we got our food, my husband took one bite and didn’t like it, so he kindly asked the waitress if she could bring him something else. She replied that she could but he’d have to pay for both dishes, because the food wasn’t bad, he just didn’t like it. She was very rude and shut him down as he tried to come up with solutions (she pretty much told him every dish had the same sauce and he wasn’t going to like anything).

Finest dining experience in the entire state of New York.

Dinner was delicious, not your ordinary Italian. The Risotto was so good. The atmosphere was lovely.

Wide variety. Wonderful flavors from appetizers to dessert. Fair prices. Perfect atmosphere and friendly and efficient staff.

Incredible dinner! Very complex flavors. I can’t say enough about how great this meal was. Wish I could have kissed the chef it was so good!

Great food and service. $$$ For any occasion, one of the best Italian restaurants in Buffalo.

One of the best Italian meals I have ever had, and the ambience was beautiful and so romantic! We started with the scallops and pesto risotto, and I took the tagliolini al tartufo for my main... it was one of those meals where absolutely every bite was flavorful and memorable -- I am still thinking about the meal the next day! So glad I finally tried this place -- quickly rose to the top of my list of favorites!

Came for a work dinner. First time. Had the lobster ravioli which was to die for. Also had the veal and eggplant. Also delicious. Key lime pie for dessert you won’t be disappointed. Our server was very friendly as well

Service and food was Excellent!!

We were a party of 7 for dinner. Our meals were very good.We asked for separate checks but the waitress told us they don’t do that and they were swamped so I guess understandable. Beware your final bill however. We were charged an automatic tip of 20 percent gratuity on top of the total bill including the tax. Tax is not a service!!!! We questioned this with who we believe was the owner but were told that is how they do it. Will never go back.

Very pleasant service and the food was quite exceptional. Wine selections were also very good. A bit on the pricey side but the food/service soothed that over.

Had heard a lot of raving reviews and had to try it, as I just recently moved back from Italy and everyone was saying there was a lot of authentic dishes. We enjoyed an antipasto misto, cinghiale, vitello della nonna and saltimbocca. Everything was super buona. Complimented by a Renato Ratti Barolo and a couple glasses of some smooth grappa. The closest thing to a true Italian experience Buffalo has to offer.

We both got the specials, sea bass and venison, which were great. Good food in a nice smaller atmosphere.

Great food, but apparently don't have to cancel a reservation if your kid is sick. Women called to confirm reservation this morning, told her my daughter was sick and we couldn't make it, and she just hung up. Here's a thought, next time try, "I'm sorry to hear that, but we'll see you next time." More and more businesses simply do NOT care about their customer service, or return business. Makes me regret not complaining about being overcharged on my tip during my last visit. Do better.

Our dinner was absolutely outstanding. The service and attention to detail was excellent.

San Marco has the best Italian food around. The service is awesome and the owner greets everyone personally. Every course is yummy and the ambience is great! My husband and I go there every year for our anniversary.

Delicious. Old Italian family restaurant. Dress nice and make it a fancy evening. Seems like that's what a lot of the regulars do.

A hidden gem. True authentic Italian dishes . What a nice variety. Great ambiance ,excellent hospitality👍💯

Nice small quant place located border Snyder and Cheektowaga. Clean place small parking lot may have to park in street.food was good lobster raviolis a little firm as was the veal a little tough but flavor was good. Was neat to eat in wine room though was very dim and cold for many in the party. Otherwise pretty good place

Dear God, the mushroom risotto. It's a religious experience. When I was there last, it was only on the menu as an appetizer. But if you at all like risotto, just ask for a dinner portion. You will not regret it ~~~~~~ Update: returned 6+ years later, and the food is BETTER than I remember.

I went with a group from work and had a great time. They have 3 rooms for dining so it provides smaller area for groups which works out very well. Fantastic Italian dishes. Fresh made pasta. The sauces are terrific. As for appetizers the gnocchi with gogonzola cream sauce was among the best I've had, the lobster ravioli was very good, I wish I could have tried the polenta. The entree choices are quite nice. I had the Chilean Sea Bass which was good but I hope I have a chance to try more. There is a good wine list as well. If you're looking for a premium Italian restaurant make sure you try this place.

The best sea bass I’ve ever had

We came to San Marco for a celebratory dinner. Everything from the wine, the appetizers, the main course, and the deserts were delicious. Service was impeccable as well.

I spent a lot of time traveling all of Italy and America and many other countries. I eat Italian food everywhere I go. I can think of few restaurants that produced exceptional Italian dishes like San Marco and none as consistent nor as long. I could never compare another restaurant to this place because no place in the world has front of the house personality; heart, a comedic touch, class, sophistication and beauty like San Marco. It’s an honor and privilege to eat here every single time, spanning most my life now-over thirty years. This place even makes me happy every time a friend texts to say they are with Frank and Nancy. Order the Wild Boar with Juniper Berries, with grapes from Montalcino.

agree -- with other reviews. excellent food all around. gnocchi appetizer is amazing, as was the venison special the other day.

Fantastic meal, wonderful service!

it was fine. little on the loud side. parking can be an issue

Came for a family dinner for my mother-in-laws birthday. Staff was friendly and efficient. One of the only places I've been where the server poured champagne correctly so that we didn't lose all of the bubbles. Everyone enjoyed their entrees and the home made ravioli was fanstastic.

The food is absolutely amazing! It has that nice classic atmosphere with it. I would return back 10/10!

San Marco is a hidden gem. Food is absolutely incredible. Atmosphere is great.

Incredible food and service!!!!

Best Italian food I've had in buffalo. Atmosphere was great. I definitely will be back.

This is a premier dinner location, wonderful food, great service, consistent and great dinner experience

Always a great meal with attention to detail.

The food is excellent. The venison special was the best venison I have ever tasted. Veal saltimbocca was excellent. Not one bad thing to say about any of the food at our table. The owner personally greets everyone. The staff was very friendly. We will be back.

Excellent, always good! Highly recommend the banana pepper stuffed ravioli in gorgonzola sauce.

The food and service was great and very good

Incredible dining experience and delicious food. Though the restaurant has been around for a long time, I had never been before - it's a hidden gem in the area. We will be back soon!

Place was great! Pleasant atmosphere.

Excellent food and great service.

The restaurant does book up quickly for reservations throughout the week so plan ahead. The atmosphere is wonderful for dates, or even a very nice birthday dinner. I would say the attire is closer to business casual, but I did wear a tie. I also saw other patrons wearing a tie as well. It's an Italian restaurant so it mostly offers wine with a small beer menu- no spirits. The menu was fantastic and offered truly authentic dishes. The service was great and the food was superb. It was a pricier dining experience, but this restaurant isn't mean to be a weekly occurrence.

San Marco is great, always exceeds expectations. Food, atmosphere, service is excellent. Yes, try it again and again!!

Beautiful place. Excellent food. Great staff.

Always a treat. Never had a bad meal there. Kudos to Chef Nancy Grimaldi. One of our absolute favorites.

Food and service are among the best in Western New York. Expensive, but worth every penny.

Amazing hand made ravioli. The egg drop soup is a must!

The chicken parm and sauce were amazing!

This is my favorite restautant in Buffalo. It is very romantic and upscale. The food is absolutely delicious. The owner is a very funny guy and his wife is the chef. We never feel rushed and we always enjoy the bass. From start to finish this is a wonderful night to appreciate. You must go and give it your attention.

Excellent food and service ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Food was very good but service was poor with an extended wait between salad and main course and water glasses unfilled.

Absolutely the best dining in town, world class food

Doesn't look like much from the outside but the atmosphere when you walk in is very inviting and warm. The wait staff was very friendly and the food was absolutely delicious! I plan to definitely go back to try more of the menu.

One of our absolutely most favorite restaurants in all of Buffalo! Do not pass this place up because it is outstanding. From the owners all the way to the service is beyond anything we've ever experienced. Frank and Nancy and their entire family are amazing and they treat you like family. 👍❤

Literally the best sauce in all of Western New York by far! This place is pure class. Fine dining at its best. The owners Frank and Nancy have devoted their lives to making and every customer as happy as they could ever be. Quiet, intimate, incredible service, incredible food. It has become a staple for my husband and myself. Fine dining experience❤

We celebrated our anniversary there. The atmosphere is warm and pleasant. Quiet enough to have a real conversation. And the food was outstanding! Everything from the bread to the desserts was excellent.

Great place first time there food great

If you want to experience great tasting food, come and spend your hard earn money here. You will not be disappointed