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Unless you happen to know a Lao chef, the chances of trying any Lao cuisine in WNY would be slim to none. For those unfa...
05/26/2026

Unless you happen to know a Lao chef, the chances of trying any Lao cuisine in WNY would be slim to none. For those unfamiliar, in the context of world cuisine, Lao’s would be punk rock, making neighboring Thailand/Vietnam’s food seem anemic in comparison. The flavors are pushed to extremes accentuating spicy chilis, and umami-rich fish sauce, with the bright flavors of Southeast Asia. Yet, these strong flavors are what keep bringing you back. They become quite addictive.

Luckily, our Chef , happens to be of Lao origin, and wants to share his delectable Lao dishes with you. Next MONDAY, June 1 from 5-830 pm, he will be doing a pop-up featuring cult favorites like spicy papaya salad, Lao fried chicken with sticky rice, and the completely comforting nam khao (where fried rice meets an arancino with SE Asian flavors). This is a rare chance to see the multi-facets of Chef Vic, and experience some punk rock cuisine. We hope to see you there.

Grab your table, order at the bar and enjoy Lao Food!
(We have regular pop-up Japanese menu too😘).

East meets West - Pop up on Memorials day!Special menu - Japanese style Ribs, chicken wings, Smoked salmon, Katsu Donbur...
05/15/2026

East meets West - Pop up on Memorials day!
Special menu - Japanese style Ribs, chicken wings, Smoked salmon, Katsu Donburi etc.
And of course special cocktails !

Open 5-8:30 pm. See you soon !

Exciting news! During the summer, Kuni’s will be open on the first and last Monday of the month for an izakaya style pop...
05/02/2026

Exciting news! During the summer, Kuni’s will be open on the first and last Monday of the month for an izakaya style pop-up. Many of your long time favorites will be offered, with some new, more traditional items served in izakayas throughout Japan like Curry, Dashi Maki, Takibuta etc.

This Monday will be the first such event on May the 4th…and as a result we’re taking you to a galaxy far, far away. Join us for some otherworldly fun, a sip of ‘s new cocktails, and some delicious Japanese cuisine. 4-8 pm.

We will be closing for Spring Break! (4/12-4/27).We’re resting up to cook you more favorites starting back up on 4/28(Tu...
04/08/2026

We will be closing for Spring Break! (4/12-4/27).
We’re resting up to cook you more favorites starting back up on 4/28(Tue).

More exciting news: beginning in May - we will be open the first and last Monday of every month for a special Izakaya style Kuni’s with some new, delicious menu items, and limited selections from our regular menu. The first Izakaya monday will be 5/4 at 4 pm. Do not miss a new taste of an old favorite!
(No reservations)

Stay tuned for more details!

There’s nothing that cures the cold burdens of winter like a nice hot bowl of Oden. Japans comfort food, healthy, warmin...
02/26/2026

There’s nothing that cures the cold burdens of winter like a nice hot bowl of Oden. Japans comfort food, healthy, warming, soul soothing perfection in a bowl. It comes with a variety of tasty morsels like fish cake, beef tendon, daikon, shiitake, a hard boiled egg and more. All sitting in simple traditional dashi. Available this weekend for our community, we open at 5!

I bet a lot of you did not realize we have our very own fish fry! Kunis Japanese fish fry has been in the menu for quite...
02/20/2026

I bet a lot of you did not realize we have our very own fish fry! Kunis Japanese fish fry has been in the menu for quite some time and in honour of the start of lent we’d love to visually put it out there so the Buffalo community can enjoy this airy, panko breaded beautifully seasoned cod loin. Complimented with our in house made tartar sauce and a fan favourite the Japanese slaw. So now that you know, happy Friday, if you’re looking for another option we open at 5!

Join us, in one of Buffalo’s most intimate settings as you let us wine and dine you this Valentine’s Day weekend. Accomp...
02/12/2026

Join us, in one of Buffalo’s most intimate settings as you let us wine and dine you this Valentine’s Day weekend. Accompanied by Oze No Yukidoke our “Oze x Rose’” a sweet flavour profile with an elegant finish. To top off the night our Strawberry blood orange cheesecake ice cream made by the amazing of ! Come get it while you can because as a reminder we don’t take reservations. We’ll see you at 5!

For Setsubun this year Kuni’s is offering a special sushi roll, ehomaki, and a limited edition sake. Come join us to cel...
02/02/2026

For Setsubun this year Kuni’s is offering a special sushi roll, ehomaki, and a limited edition sake. Come join us to celebrate one of Japan’s largest holidays.
*Vegetarian Roll option available.

Setsubun (節分) is a traditional Japanese holiday that takes place on the last day of winter and the day before the beginning of spring.
This year, it’s on February 3rd, Tuesday.

This holiday marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring, and it has been celebrated for centuries with a variety of customs and rituals.

The main tradition during Setsubun is mamemaki 豆撒き (bean throwing), which consists of throwing fukumame 福豆 (fortune beans) either out the front door or at someone wearing an oni 鬼 (demon) mask while shouting “Oni wa soto! 鬼は外! Fuku wa uchi! 福は内!” (Devils out! Fortune in!).

As part of bringing luck in, it is customary to eat roasted soybeans, one for each year of one’s life, plus one more for bringing good luck for the year.
Another tradition is eating uncut makizushirolls known as ehōmaki 恵方巻き (lucky direction rolls) in silence while facing the year’s lucky compass direction. It is believed that eating a special sushi roll while facing a specific lucky direction can bring good fortune. This year, the direction is south- southeast . The ehōmaki should be eaten in silence while facing the lucky direction, without speaking or cutting the roll.

Setsubun is a time of joy and celebration and a perfect opportunity for families to come together and celebrate the end of winter and the arrival of spring. Whether you participate in mamemaki, ehōmaki, or simply enjoy a special meal with your loved ones, this holiday is sure to be a memorable one. So join us in welcoming Spring!

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Tonjiru (豚汁) is a love letter written in steam. A gentle warmth, the kind that creeps up on you like a day like today i...
01/08/2026

Tonjiru (豚汁) is a love letter written in steam. A gentle warmth, the kind that creeps up on you like a day like today in Buffalo. When the world finally slows down. The broth is earthy, carrying the deep, comforting sigh of miso that feels like comfort. Thin slices of pork soften as they simmer, giving themselves completely to the soup, rich and generous, never rushed and now available to you this weekend. We’ll see you at 5😌

Madai (真鯛) , known to be highly versatile nicknamed the “king of fish” served at celebrations and is a symbol of good fo...
12/19/2025

Madai (真鯛) , known to be highly versatile nicknamed the “king of fish” served at celebrations and is a symbol of good fortune. It hosts a firm yet tender texture, slightly nutty rich with umami. Perfect for sashimi and nigiri and available to all of you while supplies last as this weeks special. Stop in and see for yourself this weekend you know what time we open! 🙏 buffalony

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226 Lexington Avenue
Buffalo, NY
14222

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 10pm
Saturday 5pm - 10pm

Telephone

(716)8813800

Website

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