Sto Lat Bar
About us
Discover a unique dining experience at Sto Lat Bar & Restaurant with contemporary American, European and Polish-inspired dishes. Try our homemade pierogies! Our menus and signature cocktails are designed with unmatched creativity and flavor, paired with our warm and attentive service. Whether enjoying a casual meal, a special celebration, or a lively night out, Sto Lat Bar & Restaurant provides an inviting atmosphere for all. Our spacious private event room offers the perfect setting for special occasions of any size. And don't forget to visit the in-house Chrusciki Polish Bakery, where gourmet desserts and lattes await! Sto Lat Bar & Restaurant is located just off Transit Road attached to the Eastern Hills Mall.
OUR FAMILY'S STORY
In 1984, founders Tadeusz and Hania Robieniek made the decision to leave their home, families, and teaching jobs in Gdańsk, Poland in search of the American Dream. With two suitcases and only $100 between them, they set off for America; leaving everything behind, their jobs, their homes, and even their two young daughters… Despite many hardships, they were determined to succeed.
Ultimately Buffalo, NY was chosen as where the Robieniek family would establish their American roots. After two long years of separation, daughters Monika and Ania were finally able to join their parents in America.
By 1987, the Robienieks taught themselves to speak English while working for E.M. Bakery in the bustling Broadway Market. They eventually gained a strong foothold in the east side of Buffalo. Through many struggles and trials they were able to purchase E.M. Bakery and E.M. “Chrusciki” Bakery was born!
In 2010, their daughter Ania took over the business so that her parents could enjoy retirement. Ania expanded the business and opened a second location in Lancaster. The business grew to offer wholesale products, wedding cakes, catering, nationwide shipping, pierogi, and more!
In 2018, Ania & the team saw a need for a clean label, traditional pierogi on the market place. They took the Chrusciki Bakery pierogi and rebranded by opening a second company called “Simply Pierogi”. In 2019, Simply Pierogi became “The Official Pierogi of The Buffalo Sabres”.
As demand for Chrusciki baked goods and Simply Pierogi continued to grow, in 2020 a new business venture began. Chrusciki Bakery, Simply Pierogi, & the new Sto Lat Bar all opened under one roof in the former Sears building at The Eastern Hills Mall. This unique establishment includes all of Chrusciki Bakery's delicacies, quick-service Polish cuisine through Simply Pierogi Polish Kitchen, and beer, wine, signature cocktails, and more for lunch and dinner at Sto Lat Bar.
As our business has changed throughout the years one thing stays the same and that is the joy of working together as a family!