Seize the Night at this Petite Goth Bar in Buffalo
The Merry Shelley on Hertel Avenue in Buffalo’s North Park neighborhood is perhaps one of the city’s most intriguing bars. It is an eclectic space that pays homage to its namesake, the famed 18th-century English author Mary Shelley, best known for her iconic gothic novel, Frankenstein.
A Taste of the Philippines in Buffalo’s Theater District
While I came to Pinoy Boi expecting an authentic taste of the Philippines, I also found a small taste of home. Inspecting the menu board, smelling the aromas, and placing my order at the counter brought me to a familiar place, and eating a generous plate of charred, tender and buttery, smoky, and flavorful pork Sisig, a helping of sticky rice, an over-hard fried egg, and two crispy, savory, and seasoned Lumpia pieces served with a side of a fresh sweet chili sauce brought me gratitude.
Misuta Chow’s Defeats the Evil Dr. Ennui
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.
The New Buffalo AKG Art Museum Is a Must See!
Impressively, the Buffalo AKG Art Museum features modern artists and historical works of impressionists, post-impressionists, neo-impressionists, abstract, and surrealist art pieces. The style and era of art in the galleries gradually shift as you move through the museum, but you can find some famous works from names like Picasso, Monet, Matisse, Dalí, Degas, and Warhol.