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Dave & Buster's Buffalo - Walden Galleria
4.1(3,115)4.1 out of 5 stars, 3115 reviews Buffalo, NY
About Dave & Buster's Buffalo - Walden Galleria
Dave & Buster's Buffalo offers a unique blend of dining, gaming, and entertainment for families, making it a versatile choice for a fun night out. The venue's lively atmosphere and extensive game selection cater to various interests, ensuring kids and adults alike can enjoy their time together.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Family outings looking for a mix of dining and entertainmentBirthday parties for children and teensCasual gatherings with friends or familyChildren aged 5-12: Enjoy arcade games and birthday partiesTeens aged 13-17: Engage with VR and competitive games
Why families love it
- Wide variety of arcade games including classics and modern VR options
- Generous portions of bar-style food that appeal to both adults and kids
- Fun atmosphere perfect for family outings or birthday parties
- Unlimited play option available for a flat fee, providing great value
- Eat and play package for $60 per person, which includes a meal and unlimited play for 90 minutes
- A large selection of games catering to all ages
Insider tips
- Visit during weekdays or early evenings to avoid crowds and long waits
- Check the availability of specific drinks before ordering to avoid disappointment
- Bring extra cash for potential hidden fees related to card replacements
Good to know before you go
- Weekends during peak hours to minimize wait times and service issues
- Ordering drinks during busy periods due to potential out-of-stock items
- Inconsistent service quality, especially during busy times
- Issues with the card system, leading to extra fees for new cards
- Long wait times for seating and rude hostess experiences reported
- Crowds
- Busy on weekends and holidays, especially during evening hours
- Value
- The eat and play package costs $60 per person, which includes a meal and unlimited gaming for 90 minutes. This offers good value compared to traditional dining and entertainment options, but be aware of potential extra fees for card replacements.
- Food
- Offers a range of bar-style food including burgers, wings, and nachos
What parents say
"Dave & Buster’s is a fun and energetic spot that combines dining, drinking, and gaming all under one roof. Whether you’re there with friends, family, or on a date, it’s easy to spend hours playing arcade games, grabbing food, and enjoying the lively atmosphere. The game area is definitely the main attraction. From classics like skee-ball and basketball hoops to modern VR and racing games, there’s something for every age and interest. You collect tickets as you play, which adds a nostalgic Chuck E. Cheese-style twist — but for adults. As for the food and drinks, they’re solid but not necessar"
3 weeks ago
"We have been to this Dave and Busters many times. They now just have large machines to add funds to your card. I tried to use my previous card but it wasn’t working. There was a spot for an attendant but none could be found. So, I was forced to pay another $3 fee to get a new card, not cool. We decided to have some drinks while the kids’ played games. They were out of two beers we wanted on tap, cold snap and Yuengling. I had the Stella and you could taste the lines needed to be cleaned. Yasmin at the bar was a decent bartender. We put in our name for a table to eat. After about an hour and "
a month ago
"Awesome place to take the kids for a fun night out. The atmosphere was all about a good time. Food was great and the order was correct and delicious. The place is huge so there is no shortage of things to do. They also have a section to host birthday parties as well. All around very fun experience. 10/10 definitely would recommend!"
a month ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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