A Barrel of Fun at Black Smoke Bourbon Bar

A shot of the sign and front entrance of Black Smoke Bourbon Bar in Hamburg, New York.Photo byPhoto by J.M. Lesinski

The best cuisine for bars comes in shareable form, as all good friends know sharing is caring. For some amazing shareables, handhelds, and one of the most incredible selections of bourbon in Western New York, one must check out Black Smoke Bourbon Bar in Hamburg, New York.

Right out of the gate, make sure to go in for some of Black Smoke’s epic appetizers, like the fried pickles with tangy dill and herb sauce or the crispy delicious garlic parmesan fries. A personal favorite is the poutine, featuring the iconic house seasoned fries, hot gravy, and cheese curds for a hearty take on the Canadian classic.

For entrees, the handhelds are downright photogenic in how tantalizing they look up close. The Black Smoke Smash Burger is one such savory offering, featuring two smashed burger patties, bacon, caramelized onions, pickles, house sauce, lettuce, tomato, and cheddar cheese with a healthy side of fries. All handhelds do come with fries.

Pizza-lovers will be pleased with a solid selection of pies to choose from at Black Smoke. The classics are all there: the margherita, pepperoni, and meatball to name a few. A personal favorite is the chicken vodka burrata, featuring house vodka sauce, mozzarella, burrata, roasted chicken breast, Sicilian oregano, and shaved parmesan altogether in flavor harmony. 

Veggie-lovers will likewise be pleased to learn the salads at Black Smoke are a must-try. The always-fresh house salad features iceberg lettuce, spring mix, cucumbers, tomatoes, house vinaigrette dressing, red onions, carrots, and house croutons, while the caesar salad comes with the amazing house caesar dressing, romaine, shaved parmesan, house croutons, and lemon zest for a zingy finish every time.