Timeline
17:32
Start with a smooth, creatively concocted drink at Intersection Cafe. This postage stamp-sized space on Elmwood is known for caffeinated excellence that doesn't try too hard. It opens at 07:00 on weekdays and 08:00 on weekends, so it will be open and ready for you an hour before sunset.
18:17
Walk to Nietzsche's. This Allentown landmark has been presenting first-rate live music since well before most of the current crowd was born. It is a reliable spot to catch local rock bands or singer-songwriters in a lively atmosphere.
18:32
Stay put for the moment. The sun sets toward the W at 18:32. Nietzsche's location on Allen Street offers a vantage point to catch the final light of the day as the evening noise of the neighborhood picks up.
19:02
Finish the evening at Niagara Café. Located on the main thoroughfare of Buffalo's West Side Latino community, this culinary pioneer has been serving Puerto Rican specialties since 1992. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays, providing a warm, flavorful end to the night.
Local tip
Nietzsche's is known for sneaking in nationally-known names here and there, so check their schedule if you want to catch a bigger act. Intersection Cafe is small, so be prepared for a tight squeeze.
Check before you go
- Intersection Cafe opens at 07:00 on weekdays and 08:00 on weekends.
- Niagara Café closes at 22:00 on weekdays.
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