“ It's taken me a couple of weeks to write this review. The location is an interesting one. 90% of the dining room is upstairs. If you have any mobility issues be aware of this. Upstairs is cramped. Too much so. I understand trying to fill the seats during the time of a limited dinner service, yet for this reason alone we would be hesitant to go back. The food: The food was extremely good. However a very limited menu for those not feeling adventurous. It is a "upscale" adventurous menu. There is nothing wrong with that, unless you have people who are not that adventurous. I would highly suggest some more basic items on the menu. The cost is high, yet what isn't these days. I am finding going out to be less and less interesting for the value. Overall, try this place. You may love it! ”

“ Blue Cave is always top notch. This is my preferred Italian spot in the city of Buffalo. It is fresh, cooked to order food. The flavors are bright and delicious. I recently came here with a couple friends to catch up. Ordered the bass and the panelle. You can't come here without ordering the panelle. It is magnificent. The food was outstanding and the service spectacular. Mario, the chef, is accommodating and great. My friend has celiac and he changed the oil so she could have some panelle too. ”

“ We enjoyed our dinner at Blue Cave on a Friday night. The food was good- large portions. Our drinks were good but nothing super special for the price. Overall good experience. Be advised- street parking only ”

“ Every aspect of my experience at this restaurant was top notch. I had spaghetti puttanesca -my husband had the branzino. Both were excellent. Branzino was a bit dry, but not enough to hold back a star. I love the atmosphere I love the waitstaff- hardworking staff. I will make a point to frequent this restaurant. It is so much better here than what Buffalo normally offers. ”

“ This was our first experience here. It wasn't the complete experience I would've liked to have had, but we will be back. The only real complaint I have is that they were out of multiple items we were looking at. It's already a smaller, select item-style menu, so I was surprised that, on a Saturday, they would be out of an appetizer, and two entrées. They were then also out of tiramisu, sauv blanc, and espresso, since the machine was down. It just seemed a lot to me missing in one evening. What we did get was delicious and well-prepared, and definitely warrants another trip back to try some other items. ”

“ Made a reservation for the bar, but it was full when we got there so they seated us upstairs by the garage door. I only took away a star because the garage door we were seated next too was very dirty and felt like we could blow dirt into our food from the ledge if we breathed too hard. We order the Arancini and Polpo Grigliato (squid) for appetizers. I loved both, but my husband said the char on the squid was overpowering for him. We ordered the Brasato di Manzo (short ribs) and Filetto di Cernia (grouper) for entrees. These were fantastic. Finally, we ordered creme brulee and cannoli for dessert, which we always do if they are on a menu somewhere as they are our favorites. Quite literally the best creme brulee and cannoli we have ever had. 5 stars there!!! ”

“ The Blue Cave is fantastic. The service was great! Our server was so nice and friendly. We sat upstairs. If it's packed, it will be loud. The food was great. My husband and I got a salad to share as an appetizer. It had fried artichokes, strawberries and balsamic glaze. I got the grouper over risotto and it was a huge portion! My husband got the mushroom & sausage pasta, which is usually something I would get and I regret not getting it. It was delicious!!! For dessert, he got a cannoli and I had an espresso martini and we both loved our treat! Blue Cave deserves a solid 5 stars! ”

“ Probably the 1st to walk in today. Was greeted promptly by Cassondra who is very helpful with ordering and made a mean martini. First selection was Gemmelli con Salciccia and fungi or sausage and mushrooms in a cream sauce. The first bite was ok but after addition of black pepper,crushed red pepper and parmesan it was very delicious. That It went well with the Caruso e Minini Nero dAvola red wine. The filetto di cernia was a good mix of grouper filled and rice also very good that went well with the Produttori di Mandaria Fianow white wine. A good delicious fresh tasting selection. To top it off the canolo as which everything seems to be restaurant made fresh. Very good marks all around. Great service and food a return visit is in order. ”

“ Had another great visit here with my husband and best friend. We opted to start with the Antipasto Trinacria and it was absolutely delicious. The panelle are still my favorite app. I finally got to try the Risotto Nero and it was PHENOMENAL. So tasty. My husband did say his grouper was a bit fishy this time and not as good as last time but still very good. ”