Dining at Ilio DiPaolo’s

DINNER, tAKEOUT, and RINGSIDE LOUNGE

Wed – Sun Dining

Flight Night every Wednesday

WEDNESDAY

Flight Night

Assorted Food and Drinks Flights

THURSDAY

WINE AND PRIME NIGHT

Prime Rib and Wine Specials

FRIDAY

FISH FRY

Veloce Buffet:

12:00 pm – 12:30 pm

SATURDAYS

PRIME SATURDAYS

Prime Rib Specials

SUNDAY

SUNDAY SAUCE

Ilio’s Famous House Sasuce

DINNER AND TAKEOUT

Italian tradition, thoughtfully served



Rooted in decades of tradition, our menus bring together house-made pasta, fresh seafood, hand-cut steaks, and classic Italian-American dishes prepared with pride and meant to be enjoyed together.

Classic recipes, Generous portions, and Easy ordering.

EVERY EVENING

Dinner and Takeout

THE HEART OF ILIO’S

Italian-American classics, made from scratch

Our dinner menu is the soul of Ilio DiPaolo’s familiar dishes elevated by decades of practice. The house sauce is slow-cooked from an original recipe. Pasta made the way it should be. Steaks cut to order. Everything available dine-in or takeout.

Every Wednesday

Flight Night — wine, cocktails, and small plates

Wednesday evenings transform the Ringside Lounge into something special. A curated rotating selection of wines and craft cocktails, each paired with thoughtfully composed small plates. Arrive early — it fills quickly.


  • Rotating wine flights
  • Craft cocktail pairings
  • Seasonal small plates
  • Reservations recommended

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Flight Night

Family Favorites

Enjoy crowd-pleasing Italian classics made for sharing, from hearty pastas to comforting entrées. Perfect for family dinners, takeout nights, and gatherings around the table.

Friday 12:00 pm – 2:30 PM

Velocé Lunch Buffet

The Friday tradition

The legendary Velocé Buffet

Every Friday, the kitchen spreads out a full Italian buffet of pasta, proteins, salads, and sides refreshed continuously throughout service. A beloved Buffalo tradition for decades. Walk-ins are always welcome.


  • Pasta station
  • Hot entrées
  • Salads and sides
  • Walk-ins welcome

Full bar

Wine, cocktails, and the Ringside Lounge

An Italian-forward wine list with Old World selections from Piedmont, Tuscany, and the Veneto alongside a classic American cocktail program. Ask your server for sommelier recommendations paired with your meal.


  • Italian wine list
  • Classic cocktails
  • Digestivi and amaro
  • Full bar

full bar program

Wines and Cocktails

featured items

Current features



Chef’s feature

Pan-Seared Sea Scallops

Over penne with roasted peppers, broccolini, and garlic white wine sauce.

Saturday

16 oz. Prime Ribeye

Hand-cut, dry-aged, finished with compound butter and crispy shallots.

Every Friday

Beer-Battered Fish Fry

Homemade coleslaw, mac salad, and potato wedges. A Buffalo staple.

Sunday only

Sunday Sauce Rigatoni

Slow-braised pork and beef in the original DiPaolo house sauce with ricotta.

Gluten-free and dietary accommodations

We offer a dedicated gluten-free menu and accommodate dietary needs. Please inform your server of any allergies when you arrive.

HOST WITH EASE

Dinner Party Catering

PERSONALIZED SERVICE

Dinner parties prepared with care

Planning an intimate dinner or a private celebration? Ilio DiPaolo’s can help you organize a restaurant-quality dining experience built around your gathering. Your menu, your timeline, your guests, all with the full confidence of our kitchen behind it.



  • Personalized menu guidance from our team
  • Ideal for intimate and mid-size gatherings
  • Classic Italian-American dining brought to your table

SWEET FINISH

Desserts and Coffee, the perfect ending

Complete your meal with favorites from our Dessert and Coffee Menu. Enjoy Ilio’s Famous Cannoli, Wednesday’s Cannoli Flight, cappuccino, and specialty coffees.


  • Ilio’s Famous Cannoli
  • Wednesday’s Cannoli Flight
  • Specialty coffees
  • Cappuccino

SWEET FINISH

Desserts and Coffee

Ordering Online and Local Delivery

Order take-out for pick-up or delivery, or place a local delivery order through Appetit.



*Delivery fee required.

SEASONAL FEATURES

Events and Holiday Specials

Celebrate with us



Check back for limited-time menus and restaurant celebrations throughout the year.