The drinking age in New York is 21, however, due to the fact that Niagara Falls straddles the border, 19 and 20 year-olds may cross the border into Canada to legally drink. Alcohol is more expensive in Canada.
Oliver Street was in the Guiness Book of World records for many years for having the most bars on one street. Upwards of 100 bars are still on Oliver. One of the best being Soos's bar now called Witter's Sports Bar and Grill. Oliver Street is located in NT North Tonawanda about 15 minutes from the Falls. At the end there are many things to do, such as roller skating, tattoo shops, the Riviera Theatre and more.3rd Street is a little strip with clubs and bars.
