East West Cafe

999 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14212, United States
+1 716-768-1200
$$$ Restaurant
(25 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Discover a culinary gem in the heart of Buffalo, New York, at East West Cafe, located at 999 Broadway. This beloved local restaurant serves up a delightful array of soul food that is sure to satisfy your cravings and warm your spirit. Known for its hearty portions and authentic flavors, East West Cafe creates a welcoming atmosphere that feels like home.

The menu is a celebration of classic comfort food with Southern and Caribbean influences, making it a perfect spot for a casual gathering or a cozy meal. For lunch and dinner, the fried chicken thighs, legs, breasts, and wings are a must-try, perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection. If you're in the mood for something different, don't miss the Jamaican jerk chicken, which brings a spicy kick to your plate. The BBQ pork ribs fall off the bone and are slathered in a luscious sauce, while the fish fry offers a flaky haddock option that can be beer battered or cornmeal crusted—an absolute crowd-pleaser according to a satisfied customer who described it as "phenomenal."

But the delights don’t stop there! Sides like homemade macaroni and cheese, collard greens, and beautifully seasoned yams (not overly sweet, just right) elevate each meal, allowing you to savor the love and care that goes into every dish. The jambalaya, packed with sausage and chicken, has earned rave reviews for its robust flavor, while the smothered pork chops provide comfort that has diners coming back for more.

For breakfast enthusiasts, East West Cafe is a treasure trove of morning delights. The Hungry Man breakfast featuring fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, sausage patties, and buttery grits serves as a hearty start to your day, all for an impressively reasonable price. Customers rave about the freshness and warmth of their breakfast items, making each bite a comforting experience.

The inviting ambiance of East West Cafe reinforces its appeal, where the hospitality is as rich as the food. A recent diner expressed their love for the restaurant with excitement, stating, “I love this place! Their food is great!”—a testament to the consistent quality and dedication to customer satisfaction found at this hidden jewel.

Whether you’re a longtime Buffalo resident or a first-time visitor, East West Cafe promises an unforgettable dining experience filled with flavors that will leave you yearning for more. Make your way over to 999 Broadway; your taste buds will thank you!

For inquiries or to place an order, don’t hesitate to call +1 716-768-1200. Experience the warmth and flavors of East West Cafe—you won’t be disappointed!

Service options
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Comfort food
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Amenities
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Openings Hours

Monday

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Tuesday

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Wednesday

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Thursday

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Friday

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Saturday

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

25 Reviews
LuckyZ's Hero

24 Sep 2025

Food was delivered , saw the reviews .Mac n cheese wasn't for me but my coworker loved it . Yams were good , not overly sweet . Cabbage was decent nice flavor . Jambalaya has sausage and chicken extremely tasty will get again . Meatloaf wasn't for me , a bit too dry but good flavor . The haddock with cornmeal was phenomenal. Ate it all . Didn't come with tartar sauce . Desserts was homemade and great . The sides are big . Please give them a shot . I'll be back

Shan Can Cook

16 Sep 2025

I placed an order today on 12/22/23, on door dash for their, fish, eggs, buttery grits and toast breakfast. Food arrived nice and hot. As a cook myself in the industry, the food you get for the price is amazing. Food was tasty. People have to realize food costs have went up considerably. Honestly, this could easily be a $20 breakfast, so for $14, I'll take it. The only people complaining is the people who always complain in "AMERIKKKA."

Jamie

18 Aug 2025

I recently moved the area so I've been trying all the restaurants around me. So far this one takes the cake! The chicken is nice and juicy, their sides are homemade I'm pretty sure and their banana pudding is delectable! I'm going back there soon

Daviyion Johnson

09 Jul 2025

UPDATE as of 2/5/23: I ordered breakfast for delivery and got the Hungry Man breakfast, which definitely did not disappoint in terms of its namesake. The meal came with eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, and grits. I was grateful to find a place that had sausage patties as that seems to be very rare these days. Overall, the meal was really good. The grits were nice and buttery and arrived piping hot still, the bacon was crispy and the eggs were cooked as requested. Overall, it was a really good meal Ordered the $12 lunch special which came with a meat and two sides. I had the meatloaf which was delicious and Mac and cheese and Jambalaya as my two sides. The Mac was bomb and the Jambalaya didn't take me back to my southern roots with its flavor, but it tasted good. The staff even let me sample some of the banana pudding and that was delicious. I'd go back just for that in the future.

Takenya Allison

02 Jul 2025

I don’t know why they have 3.5 stars. I love this place ! Their food is great ! In order the fried chicken, baked chicken, smothered pork chops and omg the jambalaya!!!!!! You will not be disappointed!

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