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The Oak Stave

4.4 (474)
$30 and under
American
5989 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051

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The Oak Stave

4.4
$30 and under
American
East Amherst

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Innovative
  • Neighbourhood gem
Please call the restaurant for parties of 6 or more to make a reservation 716-688-8900

The Oak Stave was founded in 2016 to serve as a gathering place for the hard-working men and women of their community. It's more than just a restaurant. It's a place where people are properly rewarded for a job well done.
Check out our website for reservations at www.TheOakStave.com
By itself, a stave is nothing more than a piece of wood. But together, staves make the barrel strong. They don’t get the attention that the whiskey in the barrel does, but they don’t need it, either.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:45 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    East Amherst
  • Cross street
    Clarence Center Road
  • Parking Details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Oak Stave.

4.4

4.4
(474)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

474 Reviews
  1. Robert

    New York City16 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 24 July 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We’ve eaten there several times before and enjoyed it. Apparently now they have a new chef and menu and it was disappointing.

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  2. Cheryl

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 July 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Satisfying dinner/dessert. A little understaffed due to a very large group, but overall a great dinner.

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  3. Susan

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 13 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good varied menu, fair prices & good service Will definitely return

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  4. Lynne

    Nashville3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 29 April 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Drinks were delicious. Bartender and server were very nice and attentive.

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  5. Doug

    New York City14 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 14 February 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    It was ok. Typical bar food. Loud atmosphere. Service was ok, I would say understaffed. Not on the top of my list for a go to.

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  6. Brian

    New York State2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 February 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Over 2 hours for burger and salad. It was Valentine’s Day but it still seemed excessive. Did not ruin the night and dinner. Will be back

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  7. Rayshad Gold

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 14 February 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Server Kept Disappearing. Also, when she did return to our table she consistenly forgot what we asked for her to bring us which by the time she did our food was pretty much done. Burger was cold and fries were cold which also it was overcooked and had no taste to it. Server kept forgetting to bring us bread and we also never received it. She kept cuddling in the corner talking to coworkers as we were waiting for our items. Just was an overall bad experience. Not sure if this is common but just for a lite Valentines experience it was subpar.

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  8. Jeremy

    New York City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 24 January 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Our server was amazing and took great care of us during our meal. However, the restaurant was very drafty and cool on a cold day, they could not make several of their specialty cocktails that night, and our food was overpriced for how poorly it was cooked. Both of our strip steaks were poorly seasoned and although we ordered them medium they were both cooked unevenly so it was well done on one end and medium/medium well on the other side. They also kept restarting their music with the same Justin Bieber song playing very loudly before eventually stopping and restarting all over again later. Probably won't be back any time soon but there is a decent menu available.

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  9. Jane

    New York State57 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 January 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Potato corn soup was amazing Nachos not as good as they use to be Staff friendly

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  10. Sheldon

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 January 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the salmon and it was great. I would recommend it.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:45 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    East Amherst
  • Cross street
    Clarence Center Road
  • Parking Details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

At The Oak Stave Drinkery & Eatery many diners report generous portions, guests specifically praise large servings and hearty sides like the fries.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate for a visit to The Oak Stave; nothing formal is required.

Yes, the restaurant lists a phone number (716-688-8900) for reservations (parties of six or more) and a website (www.TheOakStave.com), and guests report staff accommodate dietary needs, including reserving a shellfish‑free fryer.

The Oak Stave is a great pick during happy hour, guests call the happy-hour deals “an awesome deal, ” and one reviewer notes drink-and-app specials run 4:00–6:00 pm; the posted hours show the restaurant is open then.

The Oak Stave tends to fill up for big game nights and can be very busy on holidays, guests report crowds at the bar during games and staff feeling overwhelmed on holiday visits; Sunday evenings and some off-peak visits are described as much quieter.

Yes, The Oak Stave has a patio that guests mention alongside its clean, whiskey‑themed setting.

Yes, several guests call The Oak Stave a very nice option for date night, citing great food, atmosphere and attractive decor that make it well suited to a special evening.

Yes, The Oak Stave is family-friendly: guests say it's "great for the whole family, " and reviewers describe children enjoying menu items like the cheese flatbread and nachos.

The Oak Stave feels like a welcoming, whiskey‑themed eatery with a spacious bar, tasteful decor, and a strong drinks selection, guests praise its clean, friendly atmosphere and enjoy watching games at the bar.

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The Oak Stave

4.4
$30 and under
American
East Amherst

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
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