Buffalonians know there is a whole lot more to our city than what meets the eye, but that doesn’t mean the stereotypical Buffalo traits aren’t still top of the mind for outsiders. There are several things to boast about in Buffalo: our art scene, nightlife, up-and-coming restaurants, entrepreneurial spirit, and the list goes on. But this list is another story. Here are 9 things that come to everyone’s mind when they think of Buffalo (whether we like it or not).
- Snow.
Curtis Anderson - Flickr It should come as no surprise that snow is one of the first things that comes to mind when people think of Buffalo. We certainly get our fair share of it during the winter months.
- Wings
Michael Saechang - Flickr Again, no shock here! We are the proud birthplace of the chicken wing (or as we call them, just “wings”). Many places try to imitate our favorite food item, but they just don’t compare to the authentic taste of a WNY wing!
- Tailgating
Buffalo Bills - Facebook Bills fans are an intense bunch. Exhibit A: this couple who recently got married during the home opener tailgate. Bills Mafia or bust!
- O.J. Simpson
Ima Sportsfan - YouTube Before he was pegged as a potential murderer and locked up for armed robbery and kidnapping, he was known in Buffalo as “The Juice.” He might not have the best track record with the law, but he was pretty darn good when he played for the Bills!
- Sports curses
BigTimeEmpire - YouTube Speaking of the Bills… if Buffalo comes up in sports conversation, it’s likely not a positive thing. We’re all just hoping for one big win before we die – but in the meantime, we have to live with the curses of games past. (Do wide right and no goal ring a bell?)
- Niagara Falls
Jack Amick - Flickr Our northern neighbors and Buffalo go hand-in-hand, whether we like it or not. I guess it’s not so bad to be situated to close to one of the world’s greatest wonders!
- New York City
Andreas Komodromos - Flickr Speaking of Buffalo going hand-in-hand with other places… this one is cringe-worthy for Buffalonians. When you think of Buffalo, please do us all a favor and do NOT associate us with New York City!
- Late last call.
Daniel Lobo - Flickr In case you didn’t realize it from our tailgates, Buffalonians have a tendency to be party animals! Our last call ends at the same time many people wake up for the early morning shift, and we’re darn proud of it!
- Did we mention snow?
Anthony Quintano - Flickr While we do get a lot of snow (Blizzard of ‘77, Snowvember, etc.), many people wrongfully think of Buffalo as having nearly year-round winters. For those outsiders who like to judge us based on a few months of weather reports, we urge you to visit in the summer!
What comes to mind when you think of Buffalo? Share the most common stereotypes and standout traits of the Queen City in the comments!
Curtis Anderson - Flickr
It should come as no surprise that snow is one of the first things that comes to mind when people think of Buffalo. We certainly get our fair share of it during the winter months.
Michael Saechang - Flickr
Again, no shock here! We are the proud birthplace of the chicken wing (or as we call them, just “wings”). Many places try to imitate our favorite food item, but they just don’t compare to the authentic taste of a WNY wing!
Buffalo Bills - Facebook
Bills fans are an intense bunch. Exhibit A: this couple who recently got married during the home opener tailgate. Bills Mafia or bust!
Ima Sportsfan - YouTube
Before he was pegged as a potential murderer and locked up for armed robbery and kidnapping, he was known in Buffalo as “The Juice.” He might not have the best track record with the law, but he was pretty darn good when he played for the Bills!
BigTimeEmpire - YouTube
Speaking of the Bills… if Buffalo comes up in sports conversation, it’s likely not a positive thing. We’re all just hoping for one big win before we die – but in the meantime, we have to live with the curses of games past. (Do wide right and no goal ring a bell?)
Jack Amick - Flickr
Our northern neighbors and Buffalo go hand-in-hand, whether we like it or not. I guess it’s not so bad to be situated to close to one of the world’s greatest wonders!
Andreas Komodromos - Flickr
Speaking of Buffalo going hand-in-hand with other places… this one is cringe-worthy for Buffalonians. When you think of Buffalo, please do us all a favor and do NOT associate us with New York City!
Daniel Lobo - Flickr
In case you didn’t realize it from our tailgates, Buffalonians have a tendency to be party animals! Our last call ends at the same time many people wake up for the early morning shift, and we’re darn proud of it!
Anthony Quintano - Flickr
While we do get a lot of snow (Blizzard of ‘77, Snowvember, etc.), many people wrongfully think of Buffalo as having nearly year-round winters. For those outsiders who like to judge us based on a few months of weather reports, we urge you to visit in the summer!
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