Allentown
Located on the National Register of Historic Places, Allen Street is lined with diverse restaurants, trendy bars, and unique shops catering to a vibrant community of artists, bohemians, and young professionals.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Allentown
What is Allentown known for?
Located on the National Register of Historic Places, Allen Street is lined with diverse restaurants, trendy bars, and unique shops catering to a vibrant community of artists, bohemians, and young professionals.
Where is Allentown located?
Allentown sits right at the edge of Downtown Buffalo, just a few blocks north of the Theater District — an easy walk of under a mile — and about 9 miles southwest of Buffalo Niagara International Airport. Allen Street is the neighborhood's main commercial spine, running between Main Street and Elmwood Avenue.
What kinds of businesses can I find in Allentown?
The BuffaloVibe Local Guide features restaurants, shops, and other local businesses tagged to Allentown — browse the listings on this page to see what's currently included.
Does Allentown have local news, reviews, or events coverage?
Yes — when stories, reviews, or events are tied to Allentown, they appear in the Stories, Reviews & Upcoming Events section on this page.
How do I add or claim a business listing in Allentown?
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Is there a local organization representing Allentown?
Yes — The Allentown Association, Inc. represents local businesses in Allentown. Learn more at https://www.allentown.org/.
Is Allentown walkable?
Yes — Allentown is one of Buffalo's most walkable neighborhoods, with narrow historic streets and a dense mix of homes, shops, and bars along Allen Street, all within easy walking distance of Downtown.
What kind of food and restaurants can I find in Allentown?
An eclectic, artsy dining scene along Allen Street — casual eateries, coffeehouses, cocktail bars, and international spots that reflect the neighborhood's bohemian character.
Is there a train station near Allentown?
Yes — the Metro Rail's Fruit Belt–Medical Campus station sits at the edge of Allentown, giving direct light-rail access to Downtown and the University District.
Is Allentown a good place to buy a home?
Allentown offers mostly historic Victorian-era homes, apartments, and condos, popular with young professionals and students thanks to its walkable streets and proximity to the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus.
What can visitors do in Allentown?
Visitors come for the historic architecture, art galleries, and the annual Allentown Art Festival, plus one of Buffalo's liveliest nightlife scenes.
Neighborhood group
The Allentown Association, Inc.