Shango Bistro

4.5 (343)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

3260 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214

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About this restaurant

Romantic
Innovative
Good for special occasions

Inspired by the soulful cuisine of New Orleans, Shango embodies the spirit of a true neighborhood bistro through Chef Jim Guarino's culinary creations, a Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and our eclectic, carefully hand-selected beer menu.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Website
https://www.shangobistro.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
James Guarino
Catering
We offer a wide range of catering, whether it be a luncheon, large dinner party or corporate event. Please feel free to call us with any questions!

Location
3260 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214
Neighborhood
Amherst
Cross street
Englewood
Parking details
There is a public parking lot available on the corner of our block at Main & Englewood (entrance on Englewood). The lot is city-owned and is free to park at both day & night. When the lot is filled to capacity, street parking can be utilized.
Public transit
We are conveniently located one block from the NFTA Metro University Station. The Metro is a perfect way to get to Sabres games, theater at Shea's & surrounding venues, concerts & festivals in the downtown area.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Seasonal Salad$9.00
local mixed greens, vegetables, goat cheese, garlic scape pesto, crostini
Sauteed Wild Mushrooms$11.00
arugula, shaved parmesan, warm Andouille sausage dressing, truffle oil
Coconut Shrimp$12.00
greens, pickled pineapple, peppadew, macadamia nuts, jalapeno lime vinaigrette
Burrata$11.00
arugula, grilled peach, cherry tomato, prosciutto, basil vinaigrette

Appetizers

Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
white rice
- Cup$4.50
- Bowl$7.50
Grilled Swordfish Kabobs$13.00
Coconut rice, pineapple salsa, soy sesame glaze. Wasabi peas
Shrimp & Grits$12.00
New Orleans BBQ shrimp, cheddar grits, red pepper relish, bacon
Avocado Spring Rolls$10.00
sun-dried tomatoes, roasted corn, cilantro pecan pesto, chili pepper garlic sauce, seaweed salad
Fried Calamari$12.00
Romesco, panko crusted Spanish olives, lemon saffron aioli
Crab, Artichoke & Jalapeno Dip$11.00
grilled baguette
BBQ Pork Cheek Tacos$10.00
goat cheese, Shango BBQ sauce, pickled onions, corn tortilla

Entrees

Faroe Island Salmon$25.00
couscous summer vegetable salad, shrimp hush puppies, green chili vinaigrette
Creole Bouillabaisse$26.00
shrimp, scallops, crab, mussels, catfish, seafood tomato broth, fennel, peppers, onions, red potatoes
Grilled Bevette Steak$25.00
roasted summer vegetables, crispy fried fingerling potatoes, herb chimichurri
Creole Meatloaf$18.00
local beef, pork, veal, and Andouille sausage, mashed sweet potatoes, green beans, gravy
Buttermilk-Fried Free-Range Chicken$23.00
cheddar cheese grits, bacon-braised southern greens, Andouille sausage gravy
Mac and Cheese$16.00
penne, smoked gouda, goat cheese, cheddar, panko rosemary crust
- With Andouille$19.00
Penne$25.00
sautéed crawfish, Gulf shrimp, Andouille sausage, peppers and onions, Cajun cream sauce
Black Pepper Linguini$27.00
lobster tail, bay scallops, wild mushrooms, tomatoes, arugula, lemon basil cream sauce
Seared Lake Victoria Perch$26.00
seafood and Andouille sausage paella, petite peas, peppadew vinaigrette
Quinoa Jambalaya$17.00
roasted summer vegetables, creole ratatouille empanada, sweet chili vinaigrette

Po-Boys

All po-boys are served with sweet potato fries and Creole mustard slaw

Grilled Shrimp and Pork Belly$14.00
pickled carrots and daikon radish, jalapeno, hoisin sriracha aioli
Blackened Catfish$14.00
mesclun greens, tomato, onion, Cajun remoulade
Blackened Steak$16.00
8oz sirloin, roasted red peppers, onions, spinach, asiago, provolone, pesto aioli

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$5.00
Mac and Cheese$7.00
Fried Clam Strips$8.00
Farro, Shrimp, Crawfish & Andouille Jambalaya$8.00

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Shango Bistro.

4.5

(343)

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
3.3Value

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343 Reviews

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Peterm
New York City38 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 21, 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is our second time there and it’s as good as I remember. If you’re looking for a consistent good meal this is the place
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on December 10, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love everything about this place! The food, the service, the atmosphere - the overall vibe is warm and welcoming- it’s one of my absolute favorites - consistently.
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RobS
New York City5 reviews
1.0
Dined on December 2, 2017
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Very slow and food was cold. Way over priced for quality of food provided.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto6 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 2, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Favorite restaurant in Buffalo. We eat there at least once a week. Staff is great, service is great and the food is phenomial!
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Ceoo
New York City83 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 30, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Buffalo's best calamari. Late night with a good wine choice..
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NancyP
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 26, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been here before for brunch and dinner. The service is always amazing. The menu is wonderful. The management is more than helpful. This has become one of our most favorite places.
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rp12 Gold
New York City78 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 21, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came here for a girls dinner and we loved everything about it! Our server was so sweet and offered great suggestions from the menu. We shared several dishes and everything was fantastic!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 19, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch was amazing. The food was excellent! We sat at the bar and Felix the bartender was super nice and very attentive! We ordered the spring rolls, biscuits and gravy, fried chicken, and the breakfast burrito. And the chef even brought it out to us! What a treat! Thanks again for a lovely brunch!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on November 19, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous brunch with a southern comfort food twist. Absolutely devoured or entire meal. Gumbo was to die for.
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LisaM
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 19, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, good beer & wine selection, great service, nice ambience. Shango never disappoints!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Website
https://www.shangobistro.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
James Guarino
Catering
We offer a wide range of catering, whether it be a luncheon, large dinner party or corporate event. Please feel free to call us with any questions!

Location
3260 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14214
Neighborhood
Amherst
Cross street
Englewood
Parking details
There is a public parking lot available on the corner of our block at Main & Englewood (entrance on Englewood). The lot is city-owned and is free to park at both day & night. When the lot is filled to capacity, street parking can be utilized.
Public transit
We are conveniently located one block from the NFTA Metro University Station. The Metro is a perfect way to get to Sabres games, theater at Shea's & surrounding venues, concerts & festivals in the downtown area.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Shango Bistro

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Salads

Seasonal Salad$9.00

Sauteed Wild Mushrooms$11.00

Coconut Shrimp$12.00

Burrata$11.00

Appetizers

Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo

Grilled Swordfish Kabobs$13.00

Shrimp & Grits$12.00

Avocado Spring Rolls$10.00

Fried Calamari$12.00

Crab, Artichoke & Jalapeno Dip$11.00

BBQ Pork Cheek Tacos$10.00

Entrees

Faroe Island Salmon$25.00

Creole Bouillabaisse$26.00

Grilled Bevette Steak$25.00

Creole Meatloaf$18.00

Buttermilk-Fried Free-Range Chicken$23.00

Mac and Cheese$16.00

Penne$25.00

Black Pepper Linguini$27.00

Seared Lake Victoria Perch$26.00

Quinoa Jambalaya$17.00

Po-Boys

Grilled Shrimp and Pork Belly$14.00

Blackened Catfish$14.00

Blackened Steak$16.00

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$5.00

Mac and Cheese$7.00

Fried Clam Strips$8.00

Farro, Shrimp, Crawfish & Andouille Jambalaya$8.00

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable