Coyer Field - Buffalo State Bengals
Photos by Aaron S. Terry, Stadium Journey
Stadium Info FANFARE Score: 3.00
Coyer Field 801 Grant Street Buffalo, NY 14213
Year Opened: 1960s
Capacity: 3,000
Bengals R Us
SUNY Buffalo State is one of two college football teams in the city of Buffalo, New York. The Bengals compete in the NCAA’s Division III and offer a solid atmosphere in a small stadium. The tailgating is great, and includes local groups and individuals selling food and drinks, in addition to concessions inside the stadium.
The Bengals play at Coyer Field, which opened in the early 1960s and is named after a legendary coach and athletic director at the school, Hubert "Hube" Coyer. The facility holds 3,000 fans in stands on one side of the field, and boasts a stellar press box for a school at this level. The state-of-the-art press box was built in 2015, replacing the old one, and the venue received other upgrades in 2019, including FieldTurf Vertex.
Food & Beverage 3
The concessions scene at Coyer Field is interesting; the only concessions inside the venue are a Chick-fil-A stand and a food truck from Rock Burger. Rock Burger, though, is an amazing option, with locally renowned stuffed burgers – the most interesting (and tasty!) option is probably the Oh My Oreo burger, a burger topped with Oreo pieces, frosting, and bacon. While that may sound weird, the taste is amazing; just enough sweetness not to overwhelm the flavor of the burger, and you can get it with spicy tots.
Besides the two options inside the facility, local groups and individuals also sell food and drinks outside in the parking lots; I saw plenty of fans walking around with food like hot dogs and coleslaw, and I saw another setup in the parking lot behind the stadium selling smoked meats (with a smoker on site).
Atmosphere 2
During my most recent visit it was homecoming, so that may have disrupted the normal routine. I did not see a mascot or a marching band, only cheerleaders, but I overheard this may have been due to the homecoming court happening during halftime, so the band wasn’t allowed to perform.
There is a video board behind one end zone which showed fun graphics at different points in the game, such as buffaloes running through the snow after the Bengals scored. There is also plenty of bright orange and other Bengals-themed signage. All the seats are bleachers without backs.
Neighborhood 4
Directly outside Coyer Field along Grant Street is Buffalo’s West Side, a mix of international communities. Here you will find a variety of different ethnic restaurants, everything from Italian pizza to Himalayan cuisine. Alternatively, if you head east you will find Elmwood Village, one of Buffalo’s most affluent neighborhoods, full of Victorian homes and boutiques. Elmwood Village also boasts many of Buffalo State’s favorite student hangouts, such as Coles Restaurant or Elmwood Taco & Subs (ETS).
If you want to double up on your football weekend, you can also visit the Buffalo Bills’ new facility, Highmark Stadium, which opened in 2026. The NFL’s newest venue is ultra-modern, with about two-thirds of the seats under cover from the elements. Highmark also boasts some great concessions options, such as the Red & Blue burger, 3 varieties of skillet cookies, and even beer horns; a plastic horn you can wear around your neck and fill with your favorite brew.
Fans 3
The stands were mostly full during my most recent visit to Coyer Field, and there was a lot of crowd noise in support of the Bengals. That said, this was also Homecoming, so I think the attendance would be a lot less during a typical game. I did see many fans sporting Buffalo State orange, which is great to see.
Access 4
Coyer Field is easy to get to, only about 8 miles off I-90 along either NY-33 or I-190; either of these will take you to NY-198 (The Scajaquada Expressway). From there you will see the facility as soon as you take the Grant Street exit – you practically can’t miss it.
There is free parking either behind the stadium (Lot L-1), if you veer left and go around the curve as you enter, or on the front side in lots G-24, G-22, or I-39. From any of these lots you are literally only a few steps from the stadium’s gates.
The only potential issue is that the walkways around the grandstand itself are a little funky; some of the seeming entrances/exits are blocked off, so you can’t always come or go in places that look like access points from the outside.
Return on Investment 3
There is not much going on at Coyer Field besides the football game itself, so I am not sure I would recommend it unless your team happens to be playing there, or if you have some other connection to Buffalo State. Tickets are only $7, parking is free, and concession prices are reasonable, so it won’t cost a lot if you decide to make the trip.
Extras 2
The press box looks great, with its modern look and industrial coloration. The tailgating scene is also great; it is not often that a school has concessions outside the facility as well as inside.
Final Thoughts
If you are in the area and want to get your college football fix, Buffalo State offers a stress-free, low-cost way to see a game. The Bengals logo and orange color really pop, and you will be able to grab some great food while you watch the action.
