Bistro at the Vault

Bistro at The Vault at 237 Main Street in downtown Buffalo is a French bistro serving classic dishes like steak frites, pan-seared Arctic char with Champagne beurre blanc, and French onion soup made with house bone stock and Gruyère. Chef Derek Minkensky runs the kitchen in the former bank vault and adjoining rooms beneath the historic Marin Building, pairing approachable French cooking with house-made desserts and a French-inspired cocktail and wine program. Guests enter at Washington and Seneca Streets for dine-in dinner Tuesday through Thursday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Friday and Saturday from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with reservations by phone, free parking at 93 Pearl Street, and private event bookings including small weddings.