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Modern Wine Bar / Contemporary Small Plates
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Buffalo, United States

Waxlight Bar à Vin

CuisineOther
ReservationsRecommended
Dress CodeSmart Casual

James Beard Award Semi Finalist

Our verdict

Waxlight Bar à Vin is a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program in Buffalo, NY.

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27 Chandler St, Buffalo, NY 14207
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Waxlight Bar à Vin restaurant in Buffalo, United States
About

Waxlight Bar à Vin is a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program in Buffalo, NY.

The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. James Beard Award Semi Finalist

    James Beard Award

Waxlight Bar à Vin

The wine

Wine program
Exceptional wine program
  • Extensive wine list
  • Sommelier-led
  • Craft cocktails
  • Beer program

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Details
Vibe
  • Modern
  • Sophisticated
  • Intimate
  • Cozy
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Business Dinner
  • Group Dining
  • Special Occasion
  • After Work
  • Brunch
Experience
  • Standalone
  • Private Dining
Drink Program
  • Extensive Wine List
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Beer Program
  • Sommelier Led
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
Menu Format
  • A La Carte
  • Small Plates
  • Prix Fixe
Drinks Focus
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Beer
Noise LevelConversational
CapacitySmall
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingLeisurely
KitchenModern
Wine ProgramExceptional
Private DiningAvailable

Always-welcoming and polished, with a lively but intimate dining-room feel that suits both casual drinks and special-occasion meals.