Considering a move to the 716? Several factors have likely played into your decision to call the Queen City home. You’ve seen our city in the news, heard about the best parts of Buffalo life, and have probably even paid us a visit once or twice before fully committing to your permanent change of address. But even if you’ve done your research, here are nine things they won’t tell you before you move to Buffalo that are worth being aware of.

1. The food here will ruin you for life.
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Trust us when we tell you this: you'll never look at wings the same way again. Buffalo just does things better when it comes to our favorite foods. You'll see what we mean when you get here.
2. You will likely gain some weight from said food.
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Others might not tell you this when you're planning a move to Buffalo, but we will. Beware of a bit of weight gain after indulging in our local cuisine!
3. One of the hardest decisions you'll make will be where to order your pizza and wings.
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Okay, last one about food - promise. You'll quickly learn that no Buffalo pizzeria is equal and the decision on where to order from can seem daunting... but it always ends up delicious!
4. Our winters really can be as bad as you're expecting.
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Lake effect. Consistent days with sub-freezing temperatures. Thundersnow. Ice storms. Yeah, we get it all here.

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5. Buffalo's public transportation is a bit behind the times.
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We don't have a ton of options for fast public transportation. Thankfully, we finally have Uber now!
6. But you'll meet plenty of good people while waiting for the bus.
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Bus stops are great places to people watch and meet new people. Even if you're not outgoing enough to introduce yourself, you'll undoubtedly catch interesting conversations from fellow passengers.
7. Spring here tends to be mostly gray and muddy.
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It feels more like a more mild continuation of winter. It's not glamorous, but it's real life when you move to Buffalo.
8. Nothing beats the energy on the first nice day of the season.
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When the weather finally breaks, the energy in Buffalo cannot be matched. Everyone heads outdoors on the first nice day of the season. (We also tend to jump the gun at the first sign of spring. You can learn more about that here.)
9. It seems unlikely, but you will eventually become a Buffalo sports fan.
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You might think you'll never give into the Bills circling the wagons or bleed blue and gold, but trust us: there's something about rooting for Buffalo sports teams that brings people together. You might not understand it now, but just wait until you move to town. You'll find out soon enough.

What would you tell someone considering a move to Buffalo? Add to our list in the comments below so we can warn (and welcome) future Buffalovers!

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