Lou Billittier Memorial "Rookie of the Year" Award

Chair's Choice
(chosen by Rich McDermott,
2018 Taste of Buffalo Chair):

Carmine’s, Crab Cake Stuffed Shrimp

Best Overall Item

Best Seafood

Black & Blue Steak and Crab, Tuna Tartar

Children's Choice 
(chosen by Estelle & Louis Roma)

Paula’s Donuts, Donut Holes

Best Dessert

Taste of Siam, Fried Ice Cream with Sweet Berries

Pat Sardina Memorial Award for Best Comfort Food

Dirty Bird Chicken N’ Waffles, Chicken N’ Waffle on a Stick

Best Meat Item

Best Sandwich

Mineo & Sapio Street Eats - Chorizo Po'Boy

Veteran Restaurant Award

Fat Bob’s Smokehouse for their Smoked Watermelon

Best Red Wine

Spring Lake Winery, Cabernet

Best White Wine

Victorianbourg Wine Estate, Pechette, Blend

Second Place

Osteria 166, Arugula Salad

Third Place

Bravo! Cucina Italiana, Chilled Grilled Shrimp & Couscous

Healthy Options - Best Healthy Dessert” Award

Sweet Melody’s for their Red, White & Blue Sundae