This Historic Train Depot Near Buffalo Is Now A Beautiful Restaurant Right On The Tracks
By Lea Monroe|Published March 24, 2019
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It may feel like a lifetime ago, but it really hasn’t been that long since the city of Buffalo saw trains from all over the state of New York running through it. Once the largest hub for Pennsylvania Railroad, Buffalo’s rich railroad history extends way out beyond just the city limits. One way to experience it is at this unique gem in Erie County that was once a train depot, but has since been transformed into a delicious small-town restaurant.
Just a quick, 20-minute drive from downtown Buffalo will lead you to the tasty Riley Street Station in East Aurora.
After sitting abandoned for several years and even operating as an ice cream parlor and toy store, Riley Street Station has been breathing life back into this unique piece of history since 1987.
Today, Riley Street Station is a favorite stop for those who are hungry (or thirsty) to make when in East Aurora. To accommodate guests, the historic station was expanded almost 10 years ago to create more dining room space.
If you manage to somehow forget that you're inside of an old station, you'll be quickly reminded by the train-themed decor covering the entire restaurant.
From classics like Beef on Weck and Depot Burgers to tasty options like Train Wreck Nachos and Stuffed Banana Peppers, you'll find your mouth watering over just about every single item on the menu.
From the Buffalo Bills gear hanging by the bar to the station's fascinating history that involves the Queen City, every Buffalonian will love this spot.
Riley Street Station is located at 27 Riley Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 and is open seven days a week. For more about the history of the Pennsylvania Railroad and Riley Street Station, visit its website here.
