Another amazing year in Saratoga for chowderfest! Always delicious and so much fun! This year the…read morechowders were $2.00 each

What makes an establishment like the Adelphi Hotel host a Yelp Elite event? Maybe they're doing it…read moreout of the goodness of their heart. Perhaps it's due to the persuasive powers of our Ambassador, Daniel B. But I think at least some of the motive is a hope we'll enjoy the evening so much we'll tell our friends and come back when the meter is running and give it a great review. (Since we can't review the restaurants themselves at the event but only the event itself, and nobody's going to see the reviews unless they check our profiles or troll through the Recents.) If that is the case, the Adelphi is going to get paid back in spades, at least by me. I know these establishments pretty well as a Saratoga local, but the prices are a bit high to put them in my regular rotation. Now, I can't wait to get back and have more of those enormous scallops swaddled in bacon at Salt & Char, or that pillow-soft salmon with the crackly crisp skin at Blue Hen, or that Dr. Pepper cocktail at Morrissey's. I also need to drink more of the very excellent house wines at the Blue Hen, like the unoaked Chard in the silver bottle or the oddly leathery Pinot Grigio. And figure out what Chef Chris is doing with the carrots that appeared as the base of several of the Blue Hen items to make them seem so delicious and exotic. Well done, Adelphi.

A five star review for a five star event at a five star venue…read more Over the course of two hours we were able to sample each of the Aldephi's three restaurants. A major undertaking for the restaurants and hotel staff. I was impressed with how well timed each dish was and that's to say nothing of the quality of the food. Each portion was just enough to really get a taste for what each of the restaurants had to offer, but not overwhelm the guests with so much food that we didn't enjoy the later offerings. The proteins, which included salmon, duck, and beef, were all prepared very well and each included a unique preparation method or flavor profile giving it an exciting flair. For example, in Salt and Char the strip steak was dry aged in a special salt cellar I believe, giving it a taste quite different than most other steaks I've tasted. A more complex and savory flavor that paired well with the buttery hollandaise sauce. As a non-drinker, I asked for a Shirley Temple at the bar and was amazed at the quality of maraschino cherries. I didn't get a chance to ask, but I suspect they make their own. I can honestly say I've never ever felt compelled to write about a drink so basic, but this alone warrants a mention.

Absolutely incredible service. Our server made our night, so incredibly charismatic and outright…read morehilarious! Everything our group tried on the menu was a 10/10 including the desert. Such a great place for a girls night out. We look forward to coming back!

Went there this week. Tried it again after disappointment last year. The restaurant has lost its…read moreappeal since Patty and Danny's departure. Got the bada bing shrimp, the shrimp were small for the price, sauce still delicious. Three pasta dishes, all good, but again ridiculous prices for what they are. Drinks were good, and came out quickly. Too many employees buzzing around, distracting. Our favorite waiters are no longer there we have been told. Many empty tables, when it should have been popping with diners. I would no longer recommend what was once my favorite restaurant in Saratoga.

Ok, so my husband and I have lived in Saratoga for about 9.5 years now; we're from the Mid-Hudson…read moreValley originally. Whenever we see a pizza joint or an Italian restaurant, we always try to remember to check them out but after trying so many different places, we discovered that the single best pizza in all of Saratoga Springs hands down is.... Drum roll...,, in your groceries freezer!!! Not kidding, the pizza and the Italian food in Saratoga is disgustingly shameful! Until..,,, our neighbors gave us a gift card for Mama Mia and we used it tonight. (If the 2 lovely ladies from Mama Mia see this; yes we had a rough start with my pizza not being started or whatever but shit happens; it wasn't your fault) this is the very best pizza we have had since moving here. We ordered the Meat House Special and I swear it tasted like it just came out of my nonna's oven! Definitely give them a try, you'll thank me!

Went for dinner and was in the mood for a steak so ordered their queen cut prime rib for $31. I…read morehave never had prime rib drowning in the au jus before and I was not a fan. I asked the server to bring another plate and started to explain why but she was on major caffeine or something and didn't inquire as to why I wanted the plate or why I moved my food. Anyway, the au jus was WAY too salty. Luckily once I took my beef, mashed potatoes and veg off the drowning plate, the food wasn't quite so salty and was pretty good. I think the extra salt helped for the leftovers because normally I need to add salt on leftover beef, but not this one. The veggies were cooked perfectly btw. My partner got the rigatoni (no meat) and it looked dry to me, but he liked it. The house wine was a caraffe for $18 and was ok tasting. Our server was too efficient. She was so fast and it was uncomfortable. She did not make any small talk she just rushed about and it did not feel like an old school Italian place in that regard. The people next to us got a giant NY pizza and it looked amazing. Would try that if we go again.

I got a seatbelt ticket on the passenger side on a busy Saturday morning in Saratoga a while ago…read more The ticketing cop was arrogant (cops in Saratoga are usually pretty cool unless you are fighting), and seem to enjoy making a spectacle out of pulling us over. I live 2 blocks from Broadway as my license states, and had been in the car for 30 seconds. I thought I'd see him in court as we agreed to after the ticket was issued but it was said he had a cold (I think this is a ploy to make this even more of a pain in the ass by making me go back to court) so he was not there. At my turn to appear before the judge my crime was made public and my defense (I'm running low on cash and would prefer no punishment) was rejected by the DA. Turns out no seatbelt is a moving violation and points on your license. In total is $180 and 2 points if you plead guilty. My crime was reduced to a monetary punishment of $50 and no points. I liked the judge, I felt like he was fair and I could respect him. The DA (He looked exactly like the guy from the office Creed Bratton) didn't seem to budge and I felt like it was he that was really running the show. It didn't take to long, I was in and out in an hour. All the cops and security were nice. I just feel like I should be above the law (like cops are), or at least I should only have to obey the laws that I agree with. I mean how many laws are there anyway? It's just when you get caught that you have to pay $50 and pick up the trash. I usually wear my seatbelt (it's said that people who don't have suicidal tendencies), but I feel like you should get one waring, and if you show up to court, dressed smartly and with you hair combed you should get a get out of jail free card. I'm not going to let it ruin my day. Justice (I like to think of Justice as that statue with the boobs out that during the bush administration had to wear a robe.... she is pretty hot) has been served.

Maybe I am a bit biased, but my mother works here and I personally know all the employees that deal…read morewith tickets and setting up court dates and the judges. They are all very nice and the new judge seems great. I've only met him once when he took office, but everyone is friendly.

Was in last night for dinner. We are local people so have been going to solevo since they opened…read moreand go year round. First. The food h as gone down , lasagna was in a bowl that looked like soup. Was too much sauce and lasagna was falling apart. Terrible. We were very rushed made to feel that if we didn't order right away. Before we even got a drink! It's was a problem. The whole staff acted like in a frenzy. And upon leaving one employee almost knocked me over. If this restaurant can't handle the reservations then stop over booking!! Won't be going back for a long time.

Great food!! The best Italian in capital region!! Highly recommend, been to most of the top…read more Italian joints in cap region and this one always outdoes them all

Incredible night out at Panza's. From the food to the service to the atmosphere, I can see why this…read morerestaurant has been operating for over 80 years. They definitely lean toward an old school dining experience which some may find dated but I found it refreshing and made it easy to actually relax. The menu had your classic like chicken parmigiana and chicken piccata to name a few but the presentation made everything fresh, modern and elevated . The crab & shrimp fritters are a MUST. Please order them. The crispy exterior, filling and the hot honey sauce create a wonderful bite with a touch of heat. All the desserts are made in house including the gelato. It's a pricier night out but worth every penny. Panza's is in a league all their own when it comes to fine dining.

My friend and I got some items for takeout from Panza's Restaurant for an early Saturday dinner…read more The takeout process was simple and only took up to 20 minutes from when I put in the call to receive. We ordered calamari, rigatoni with meatballs and chicken Parmesan. And the items came with a couple slices of bread. All items were just fine. Nothing particularly stands out flavor wise and not worth the particularly steep price tags. All in all, as we did not dine in, I cannot talk about the service, but the food was unmemorable.

Last night we had reservations for 11 people at 7pm. This place was amazing. The staff and owners…read moreworked their butts off to accommodate such a large group. The service was perfect. The food was super delicious. The spicy shrimp risotto dish was superb. Risotto is hard to cook correctly, and Taverna Novo executed. The short rib raviolis were hugely popular among the group. The libations were tasty. Hats off to the staff and cooks. I would highly recommend this place while in Saratoga Springs.

Just not overly impressed with Taverna Novo. Maybe dining in is a better experience, but take out…read moreis just not great. Penne alla vodka portion was small, sauce great, but chicken really chewy and over done. The pizza crust was under done, but flavor of toppings were good.

My wife and I are frequent diners and always sit at the bar. Last night we had terrific service…read morefrom John who unfortunately was filing in for a regular bartender. Eye contact with customers was great as was quick service which is not normaly the case.

I was taken here for my birthday dinner and couldn't be happier! I had three children with me all…read moreunder 5 and the staff made us feel right at home! The servers thought of things we needed before we did and were extremely prompt with clearing plates and providing for any and all needs which was just so awesome. The space itself was beautiful and the food was spectacular! I got the two mocktails and they were also delightful.

If you like to dance, you are going to love this festival. It is three solid days of dancing and…read moreit is a immensely popular festival. They feature every type of dancing you can think of, including Zydeco, Contra, Square dancing, and beyond. If you don't know how to dance to a certain music genre, no worries, they even have lessons to show you how. The entire Saratoga Hilton hotel is full of bands, musicians, and dancers doing their thing all weekend long. I give this festival 5 big time yelp stars .

Each year I go on about how much fun the Flurry is. This was the first year that I really gave…read moremyself to it, going all in. I even planned an accessory as an after party late night at a bar. My other reviews will tell you what it's like so this one will just be my sage advice. Gents: You will be sweating so there are two things to consider doing: 1. Dust your nuggets. I wont go into detail but it involves talcum powder and your balls. 2. Wear deodorant. Many people don't but you should. Ladies: If you think telling me you went to bible college will scare me you are wrong. I will only like you more and try harder. Old ladies: I think you are cute too, but in a different way. I never get tired of hearing you say it to me. Old gents: So this is how you keep so young! You already know all the secrets.