Chows Collective.

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Chows Collective.

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Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social.

Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social. Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social. Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social.

A creative co-working and community hub for artists, innovators, and change makers.

Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social.

Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social. Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social. Creative. Collaborative. Inclusive. Social.

A creative co-working and community hub for artists, innovators, and change makers.

The News.

Chow’s Collective is a new business collective venture bringing 521 Main Street — the former home of Misuta Chow’s— back to life as Buffalo’s first creative co-working and cultural collective.


Led by Jackson Bechtel and Colby Cihak, two longtime members of the Misuta Chow’s family, and supported by a group of former staff, friends, and loyal patrons, this project continues the creative spirit that made the space special — with a new focus on wellness, collaboration, and community.


This isn’t a bar reopening — it’s a revitalization of energy, creativity, and purpose. An inclusive, and multifunctional downtown destination where people come to work, create, and connect.

The Concept.

Buffalo thrives on creativity, culture, and connection — but the city lacks a true hub that brings it all together in a healthy, inclusive, and purpose-driven way. Chow’s Collective fills that gap — a downtown space that blends work, art, wellness, and community under one roof.


The Wellness Bar + Café

  • Juice & Coffee Bar: espresso drinks, smoothies, and cold-pressed juices
  • Spirit-Free Cocktails: handcrafted mocktails, tonics, and wellness blends
  • Chow Bao Café: bao buns and healthy bites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Reserved Bar Workspace: $25/hour minimum, with Wi-Fi and table service
  • Emphasis on nourishment, creativity, and social connection.

The Production House.

  • Full-service production company for events, film, TV, Podcasts and digital content
  • Event staffing, set design, and logistics services on- and off-site
  • Creative partnerships with local schools, artists, and production teams

The Collective Workspaces.

  • Boutique coworking options (hourly, daily, or monthly)
  • Individual creative cubicles with outlets, Wi-Fi, and storage
  • Locker rentals, gallery walls, and artist exhibition opportunities
  • Conference room available for meetings, workshops, or group sessions
  • Multiple lounge areas on both floors for relaxation, collaboration, or just to hang out


Community + Nonprofit Hub.

  • Affordable meeting space for nonprofits, advocacy groups, and wellness organizations
  • Programming for recovery, LGBTQ+, and arts communities
  • A hate-free zone dedicated to inclusion, collaboration, and community uplift


Events, Lounges & Lifestyle.

  • TVs and sports screenings in upstairs and downstairs lounges
  • Board games, DJs, and pop-up events to keep the space lively
  • Yoga and wellness sessions with local instructors
  • Local vendor pop-ups and rotating maker showcases
  • Shared community areas for collaboration and casual connection
  • Event and gallery rentals (hourly, daily, or monthly) with full A/V support.

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Chows Collective

Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

info@chowscollective.com

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