{"id":91661,"date":"2025-01-02T09:27:29","date_gmt":"2025-01-02T14:27:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/?post_type=rbc_my_money_matter&p=91661"},"modified":"2025-01-20T14:09:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T19:09:46","slug":"buffalo-shopping-bites-and-bargains-tips-for-cross-border-shoppers-from-southern-ontario","status":"publish","type":"rbc_my_money_matter","link":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/goals-aspirations\/travel-and-cross-border\/travelling-and-shopping-in-the-us\/buffalo-shopping-bites-and-bargains-tips-for-cross-border-shoppers-from-southern-ontario\/","title":{"rendered":"Buffalo Shopping, Bites and Bargains: Tips for Cross-Border Shoppers from Southern Ontario"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Less than two hours from Toronto, Buffalo has long been a popular U.S. shopping<\/a> destination for Canadians in the GTA and Southwestern Ontario. Offering a great mix of bargains, big box favourites and independent boutiques, Buffalo has something for every shopper \u2014 not to mention some tasty pit stops for re-fueling after a long day at the mall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The malls<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Walden Galleria<\/strong> is Buffalo\u2019s biggest shopping destination, just 10 minutes from the Peace Bridge. With over 200 stores \u2014 including department stores like Macy\u2019s, JCPenney and PRIMARK \u2014 it\u2019s a paradise for fashion lovers and bargain hunters alike. Whether you’re planning a full-day spree or just popping in for some legendary U.S. retail therapy, the Galleria\u2019s got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, USA<\/strong> is just minutes from the border and offers roughly 120 brands at outlet pricing. It\u2019s one of the country\u2019s largest indoor outlet malls, perfect for snagging finds you won\u2019t see elsewhere in Western New York.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boulevard Mall<\/strong> is a must-visit for Canadians craving U.S.-only stores like Target, Trader Joe\u2019s and Nordstrom Rack. This large outdoor mall has all three \u2026 plus much more, if you have the time and energy after grabbing bargains at Bullseye\u2019s Playground or stocking up on iconic salad dressing, hair masks or Everything But The Bagel Seasoning<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The community shopping <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Buffalo shopping trips usually revolve around malls and not-in-Canada chains. But if you\u2019re up for something different, there are several neighbourhoods with unique, independent boutiques \u2013 along with galleries, cafes and restaurants \u2013 worth checking out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elmwood Village<\/strong>has been named as one of the country\u2019s best neighbourhoods, thanks to its range of local shops, vibrant caf\u00e9s and an open-air farmers market that\u2019s a 20+ year Western New York tradition. Located in central Buffalo and considered one of the area\u2019s best-kept secrets, Elmwood Village is a recommended stop if you\u2019re in the market for something unique and a cool vibe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hertel Avenue<\/strong> is a great example of Buffalo\u2019s comeback, blending new stores and restaurants with the neighbourhood\u2019s established businesses. Featuring luxury department stores, cool record shops and handmade jewelry, a walk along Hertel Avenue is a stimulating shopping experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allentown<\/strong>is the spot for artisanal treasures, street fashion, and a dose of Bohemian vibe \u2014 plus a gallery visit or two along the way. With its artistic flair and creative buzz, it\u2019s the kind of place you\u2019ll want to take your time exploring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Buffalo has a few famous culinary classics you won\u2019t want to miss on your shopping trip across the border. From wings to hotdogs to pizza, it\u2019s not hard to find regional specialties to fill you up after a long day on your feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wings<\/strong> are serious business in Buffalo, and there are some rules to follow. First, and most importantly, don\u2019t call them Buffalo Wings (they\u2019re just \u201cwings\u201d here); request blue cheese instead of ranch, and order them medium. The Anchor Bar is known to have served the first batch and is still a favourite among locals, as is Gabriel\u2019s Gate in Allentown, Nine-Eleven Tavern and Duff\u2019s Famous Wings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beef on Weck<\/strong> is Buffalo\u2019s longtime favourite sandwich. This carved roast beef delight on a salted hard roll with caraway seeds is rumoured to be only found in Buffalo. Some of the most popular spots to grab one include Schwabl\u2019s, Bar-Bill Tavern and Charlie The Butcher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buffalo Style Pizza<\/strong> is a cross between Chicago deep dish and New York thin slice. You can find floppy, two-handed slices at renowned pizza joints Bob and John\u2019s La Hacienda, Bocce Club Pizza and Imperial Pizza, to name a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hot Dogs<\/strong> in Buffalo are grilled on an open bed on charcoal. Ted\u2019s Hot Dogs, with eight locations in the Buffalo area and serving dogs since 1927, is the<\/em> go-to spot! But plenty of stands crank out classic hot dogs, fries and shakes to satisfy your craving. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From glossy malls to creative neighbourhoods, Buffalo doesn\u2019t disappoint as a U.S. shopping destination. Just a hop across the border and a reasonable drive from Toronto, it\u2019s no wonder Buffalo remains a shopping hot spot for Canadians looking for deals \u2014 or just something different.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shopping U.S. deals?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Set up your U.S. banking and credit card before you shop to make life simpler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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