Misuta Chow’s Defeats the Evil Dr. Ennui

A photo of Misuta Chow’s in Buffalo, New York’s dining room, filled with twinkling lights and glowing lanterns.

A raging battle has unfolded, as the evil Dr. Ennui has set in, eager to devastate the people of Buffalo and its visitors, casting them into a pit of despair, listlessness, and mad boredom. The lights in the room have gone dim, and the warm people of Buffalo look for a hero to deliver them from Dr. Ennui’s gnarly grip. Just as the townspeople lose hope, a hero emerges!

Pow! Crash! From out of the corner of their eyes, Misuta Chow’s on Main Street in Downtown Buffalo has saved the day, using the power of epic karaoke, savory and juicy Karaage Chicken, refreshing cocktails, and the brilliant lights of pinball games and Pac-Man to send Dr. Ennui back to whence he came! Bang! Swoosh! Vroom!

The townspeople of Buffalo, New York, run out to the streets in celebration, ready to head on over to Misuta Chow’s to cheer the victory over the evil Dr. Ennui, and once again enjoy a night out in Downtown Buffalo! The day is saved, thank you, Misuta Chow’s!

The End.

A plate of crispy and juicy Karaage Chicken pieces with a side of spicy mayo from the restaurant.

If you are a fan of a fun and inclusive night out, full of games, singing, delicious appetizers, and friendly service, then you’ll love this spot in Downtown Buffalo, New York.

Misuta Chow’s is a Japanese-style bar and restaurant that describes itself as a funky gastropub offering rice bowls, ramen, various Japanese street foods, and arcade games. That seems like the optimal description. What truly separates Misuta Chow’s as a bar is its ambiance and inclusive vibes. When entering the space, you’re greeted by a large Progress flag, indicating that it is an establishment where the LGBTQIA+ community is welcome.

If you stop in for a Karaoke night, you’ll see an eclectic group of people of all backgrounds coming together, cheering each other on, and having a great time. It truly is a vibe that makes everyone feel at home.

A packed crowd cheers on an outstanding karaoke singer on the second floor of the bar space.

There are two bars at Misuta Chow’s, one on the first floor near the front entrance. In the back, adjacent to the dining area, is an Izakaya-style counter that offers a front row view of the kitchen. The second floor is a dive bar with immersive arcade games and a variety of music events throughout the month. You never know what you will walk into at Misuta Chow’s, as musical events which include DJs, Karaoke, free arcade play on Wednesdays, and random vibes on Thursdays, vary day by day.

They are closed on Monday and Tuesday, but have great hours for a night out in Downtown Buffalo the rest of the week, and generally close at midnight and 2 am on the weekends. It is an overall great vibe, extremely inclusive, and is a place where memories are made.

Defeat your ennui at Misuta Chow’s!

A depiction of Godzilla and Iron Maiden pinball machines, and a classic Pac-Man arcade game at Misuta Chow’s in Downtown Buffalo.