Maybe it’s the foamy crown. Maybe it’s the seasonal spices. Maybe it’s all hype. Either way, the Tom & Jerry is a classic cocktail choice come Christmastime, especially for those of us drinking in Buffalo. This cozy drink is sweet, hot, and festive. Think warm sugar cookie in a glass.
If you’re Tom & Jerry obsessed, you’ll be happy to hear you can find your favorite boozy beverage at many bars around Buffalo. Here’s the guide you need in your life! Friendly reminder that these drinks are served around the holidays – call before visiting to find out exactly when they will be on the menu.
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1. The Place
229 Lexington Ave Buffalo New York 14202 / More Info
Drinking a Tom & Jerry at The Place is tradition, and has been since 1941. Over the years, it has become the restaurant’s most iconic drink. Regulars and not-so-regulars look forward to its seasonal release year after year. But no joke, they have their own trademarked recipe.
2. Cole’s
1104 Elmwood Ave Buffalo New York 14222 / More Info
Cole’s always goes all out with holiday decorations, so drinking a seasonal beverage here just feels right. Keep warm and cozy with an extra frothy Tom & Jerry. If you love a lot of meringue, this variation of the bevvy is most definitely for you.
3. Rohall’s Corner
540 Amherst St Buffalo New York 14207 / More Info
This place might look like your average dive bar from the outside, but many consider it a Tom & Jerry hidden gem. Crafting smaller batches pays off for these folks, and the dark rum helps, too. When it comes to freshness, Rohall’s does not disappoint.
4. Glen Park Tavern
5507 Main St Williamsville New York 14221 / More Info
Expect a large coffee mug and a cinnamon stick for stirring when you order your Tom & Jerry here. This tavern, in the heart of the village, has been serving the wintertime cocktail extra thick for many years now.
5. Creekview Restaurant
5629 Main St Williamsville New York 14221 / More Info
Not far down the street from Glen Park Tavern, you’ll find another spot to get your T&J fix. Think one’s less foamy and more battery. Creekview has quite the view overlooking the falls of Ellicott Creek. It’s no wonder the dining destination has been a village favorite for years.
6. Schwabl’s Restaurant
789 Center Rd West Seneca New York 14224 / More Info
This seasonal drink has a special spot on this restaurant’s list of libations from now through St. Patrick’s Day. You’ll feel like you’re back in the 1930s as you sip from your old fashioned Tom & Jerry mug at this joint in West Seneca.
7. The Garage Bar & Restaurant
1127 Hertel Ave Buffalo New York 14216 / More Info
During the holidays you’ll find Tom & Jerrys in custom mugs available at The Garage’s bar every night they are open on Hertel Ave!
8. Hoak’s
4100 Lake Shore Rd Hamburg New York 14075 / More Info
You can find “Grandma Reilly’s Tom & Jerry” at Hoak’s – a tradition since 1949.
9. The Delaware
3410 Delaware Ave Tonawanda New York 14217 / More Info
Served in a glass mug, this drink is not only tasty but its presentation is totally photo-worthy! Take a peek at their other seasonal drinks too for more beautifully made hot beverages.
10. McPartlan’s Corner
669 Wehrle Dr Buffalo New York 14226 / More Info
This cute and cozy Irish Pub is a longtime community stable. They opened back in 1955 and are one of the first places known for serving the Christmastime cocktail. If you’re all about celebrating the classics, come here to cheers!
11. Remedy House
429 Rhode Island St, Buffalo, NY 14213 / More Info
Oozing over the brim, stop by Remedy House this season for a cup of a thick Tom & Jerry.
12. The Howling Rooster
529 Englewood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 / More Info
Made individually to order at the bar, you’ll get this hot and fresh off the press!
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This post was originally published in 2021 and has been updated.
