The Buffalo Club

$$$

4.0(193)

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Location & Hours

Address

1520 Olympic Blvd
Santa Monica, California 90404
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:00 PM

MondayClosed

Tuesday6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

SundayClosed

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Contact Information

(310) 450-8600

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About The Buffalo Club

Dark, clubby restaurant with a large courtyard serving upscale comfort food & small plates.

Price range: expensive

Google-sourced data last fetched on June 16, 2025.

4.0/5

Based on 193 reviews

Recent Reviews

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The Guru

a month ago

Nice spot and bartender. But the evening manager there is an obvious racist. Will not even make eye contact or speak to you if you’re dark skinned. I went with a Caucasian friend, and he made it a poi...

Scott Nelson

a year ago

I’ve loved going to The Buffalo Club for years. It never disappoints. From the phenomenal service to the astounding food, this latest visit did not disappoint. The Beef Bourguignon was to die for. Thi...

Caitlyn Austin

a year ago

Came here on a Friday night for a girls dinner with some friends. Food was excellent!! Loved everything we got. Drinks were also very good - I recommend the espresso martini but the wine I ordered was...

Can Ateşsal

10 months ago

I loved Beef bourguignon! It is pretty heavy and I liked it. Balancing with the pasta under it. Open air, great welcoming.

Jeferson Gratidão

5 years ago

Super fancy place with very comfortable old school environment. Always playing period good music and old frames decoration, at the bar you have a wide variety of alcoholic beverages, whiskey, prosecco...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The restaurant generally provides a positive dining experience, with many customers highlighting excellent food and enjoyable atmosphere. However, experiences appear to vary, with one significant negative review bringing down the overall average.

Customer Favorites

Beef Bourguignon is a highly praised dish. The espresso martini and zucchini blossom starters also receive positive mentions.

Atmosphere & Service

Many reviewers commend the excellent service, highlighting friendly bartenders, attentive waiters, and overall welcoming atmosphere. However, one review alleges discriminatory behavior by the evening manager, creating a stark contrast.

Value & Quality

The food is consistently described as phenomenal and amazing. The restaurant is characterized as "super fancy" and comfortable, suggesting quality ingredients and preparation, but no comment on pricing.

Areas for Improvement

One reviewer reported alleged racist behavior from the evening manager, a significant area needing immediate attention. Another noted the service was drawn out, which may not suit all diners.

Recent Trends

The most recent feedback is mixed, with both high praise and a serious accusation of discrimination. This suggests a potential inconsistency in the dining experience.