Food- 4/5 Overall experience- 5/5…read more It was a fun spot to stop at to break up our drive back to Boston. The lot was small but many people were coming in and out so we didn't have to wait long to get a parking spot or outdoor seating. There are two shops: the deli and market with different vibes and items inside. The market is a quick shop with some snacks, drinks, coffee, and knickknacks. The deli is where the hot/cooked foods are at with some other specialty foods. The food was overall ok, nothing noteworthy. The main attraction is their Mac and cheese that had been circulating my IG feed. Don't think it's life changing but the shops have curated selections of local goods that are reasonable priced to get some last minute treats. Pass on the general tso(?) and the potstickers in my opinion unless you're really craving it. The desserts looked amazing and would definitely get one next time

We stopped in on Thursday evening about an hour or so before they closed. Brattleboro was on our…read moreroute home from our trip to New Hampshire so it was a no brainer to stop in for a quick bite to break up our trip back to NY. We were able to get a spot in front with no issue, but I imagine that this was because it was a week day. We chose the Mac and cheese and the maple pulled pork. Both were worth the hype in my opinion. The mac and cheese was super creamy and paired well with the tender pulled pork. The baked goods were nothing to write home about. Maybe we just chose the wrong items? We tried: Oatmeal cookie - good, but not amazing. Chocolate chunk/ peanut butter cookie - stale as heck and basically inedible. I always am leery of saran wrapped cookies that are out on display because its impossible to know if there are actually fresh. The giant stacks of cookies were too enticing to pass up on. The chocolate cookie we purchased was definitely not fresh at all. $3.29 down the tubes - lesson on saran wrapped cookies learned (again). Carrot cake whoopie pie and original whoopie pie - both tasty, but the cake was too thick for my personal liking. We sat in the small outdoor seating area to eat. This was a nice little reprieve from the car ride.

Delightful, friendly service with a smile, a vast menu with something for everyone to choose from…read moreand a pile of baked goods for sale...just in time for the holidays! Can't believe I just heard of Mom & Pop's; clearly I've been living under a rock. This family owned business knows how to provide delicious food fast! It was obvious that there are MANY regulars (the owner was on a first name basis with everyone that walked in)-which I would be if I lived a smidge closer. Loved my Mediterranean omelette; the skillet got rave reviews (and a to-go box!). Picked up some cookies and struffoli (yaaassss Italian honey balls FTW!!) for a Christmas dinner I'll be attending..plus a couple of pieces of eggnog cake (which were insanely good...those won't make it to Xmas dinner). I'd like to go back again soon and try some other breakfast (or lunch) items. They close at 2pm and are currently open Monday-Friday (so I can only get there on a day off). Oh-they do catering, too.

The parking lot was very busy and there was a line at the front door, but they just do a bustling…read moretakeout service. We had NO WAIT for a table. The interior was tidy and clean. The menu is huge! It's like a diner...basically anything you might want, they probably have (for breakfast and lunch). I chose the turkey club. I had an option to have it with chips or a side salad. The sandwich was big, and I had to eat the sections in mini-sections! It was very good. I can't wait to come back! I felt that the prices were very reasonable.

I have been going here for years so I get apples sometimes I get some candy I've had breakfast and…read morelunch there. They have cider donuts and other Bakery goods. They have a really cute gift shop. The staff is really nice. That being said I don't think I've ever really liked a breakfast sandwiches and I went there for breakfast yesterday and you go and you put your order in at one counter and then you bring your ticket to another window and then they call your number and you get your food. I got one egg cuz I didn't want a lot I wanted toast I only wanted one toes but they do two toes and hash browns it's one order wasn't a huge order everything was $16 including the egg toast bacon a soda 20 oz in a Mallo cup. I suppose it wouldn't have been so bad if I liked it. The bacon was not good. It was very greasy and kind of also dry and gritty. The egg had no seasoning. The toast was good the jam was good the hash browns were good. I don't enjoy them for breakfast. I did have the best fish sandwich I've ever had in my life there a long time ago it was a special. Was that fish sandwich and had a yummy sauce. It's a fun experience to go there by do not like the breakfast. I couldn't get anybody to eat this bacon except the dog and she can't eat bacon.

Lakeside Farms is such a treat! We ordered some pies ahead of Thanksgiving and decided to grab some…read morelunch while we were there. The place was packed, but the lines were always moving. Service was exceptionally friendly and they have something for everyone. They have a general store, fresh market and a gift shop. We perused all of them and took home some baked goods along with holiday decorations. My turkey sandwich was simple, yet delicious. I also enjoyed their selection of sodas and beverages with cane sugar.

This is the place to go for dried chiles like ancho, guajillo and pasilla, which used to be…read moreavailable at local supermarkets but no more. They are hand packed and sold in large bags for $10, which is more than I need or wanted to pay but in the end too many chiles is a nice problem to have because it means a lot of Mexican cooking. There are a variety of other Mexican grocery items like epazote and chocolate, and I was tempted by some cute tortilla baskets behind the counter. I didn't order food but the menu appeals. In addition to expected items like burritos and enchiladas there are tortas (Mexican sub), tlayudas (Mexican pizza) and huaraches (a stretched-out tostada) and I plan to return to give them a try. This appears to be a one-person shop, so call your order in or expect to wait if they are busy.

Found this place while out with friends as of recent. It's a restaurant and Mexican store…read more The owner was very friendly and quick with our orders. Weall were happy with what we ordered and it tasted authentic She served us water right away and took out orders. I had the tlayuda which I never had before with pork and it was a huge tortilla sandwich cut into two pieces. My friend had the chicken enchiladas and my other had the chicken milanese, and it all was great. Not a fancy place but a must go to if you want really amazing Mexican food.

Lately there have been a lot of reviews for this spot from other yelpers about this spot…read more When I first read it, I was like, where is this breakfast spot in Ballston Spa. I'm not beven exaggerating, but I have probably passed this spot like a 1000 times and didn't know this was a deli spot. A big tip here, make sure you market it properly as only locals who have tried would be aware of it. And guess what, this local never knew and mistook it for a convenience store. The deli has a lot of potential with a little upgrades. The deli has few spots for indoor seating and an amazing spot with picnic benches, in the woods with a view of a creek. The deli has been voted Saratogas best multiple times. I just got to know it but, this deli is listed for sale. We tried an eggplant panini and a chicken cheese steak. Both of which were good. We took the tiramisu to go. They do get a few bakerybitems from NYC everyday. Small local restaurant that is definitely worth a try. They have ample parking and could get crowded.

This is an unfortunate update. The original operator has since retired and sold the business…read moreseveral months ago to a new owner who is running the deli. This is my first time through since the turnover. Right away you can see the decor that used to cover the walls, giving this spot massive character, is gone, hopefully that is something to be added by the new owners going forward. There are some things from my experience that may be chalked up to the recent turnover such as a messed up order that was fixed and the longer than typical wait for this type of food, but the quality of the food also took a hit. The sandwich was mediocre and the muffin was incredibly dry.

I like that this place is far enough north on US 9 to be away from all those rotaries. That makes…read moreit a lot less hectic to drive in and out. Parking is somewhat spread out on the side and behind the building, but there should be space for everyone even when they're busy. There's quite a few tables outside for dining in nice weather. Inside might be considered cozy if there's many folks ordering, but the crew behind the counter work well as a team and keep the orders coming out quickly. My 12" Italian sub was very well made and quite thick with all the cold cuts and fixin's. It's definitely a filling meal. You have lots of options there for food and drink, and there's that large cooler on the side with pasta available for take-home. This place rates high on taste and convenience for me.

The food is amazing, people are so nice and the place is so clean…read more I've ordered hot and cold food and they are outstanding. Maxine

Our local (and locally owned) butcher in Ballston Spa. Excellent selection, including pies from…read moreSmith's Orchard and offerings from Oscar's Smokehouse!

This is an amazing local butcher shop. The people are fun and a tentative. The quality of meat is…read moreoutstanding. The prices are fair. The salads are awesome. The house roasted turkey is simply the best I've ever had.

Ordered a pizza and a couple sandwiches - Pastrami sandwich was decent, chicken salad was quite…read morebland apart from a lot of dill. Pizza was a soup, toppings all slid off picking up a slice. Dough/bread on both the pizza and subs were good though.

The Mac and cheese is the best I've ever had. The pulled pork was not to be missed and the slaw was…read moreon point. Was at an event at the ymca for a biking event in town. We got lucky with this amazing lunch

I visited the Whistling Kettle in Ballston Spa for brunch with a couple of friends and had a mixed…read moreexperience. We arrived right when they opened at 10 a.m. and were seated immediately, which was great. We initially considered sitting inside, but the smell of eggs was so overwhelming/nauseating that we opted for outdoor seating instead. The patio was charming and cozy. The service was friendly, attentive, and one of the highlights of our visit. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to expectations. We all ordered the brunch tower, which included a "fruit salad" that consisted of squishy grapes, sour Granny Smith apple chunks, and canned mandarin oranges. The fruit tasted low quality and unappetizing, and I only managed a few bites. I also ordered the bananas foster crepe, which was severely overcooked. The crepe was so tough that I needed a knife to cut through it, and the texture was far from what I would expect from a crepe. Overall, while the service was pleasant and seating was prompt, the food quality left a lot to be desired, especially considering the price point.

First the food is to die for! This is my go to mea! I love the soup. I get a bowl so I can take…read moresome home. The service is beyond great! The gentleman that served us was fabulous. He helped pack up my left overs including the cream and jam for my scone. He came back with a to go cup for my chai latte! I adore this place. Stop reading this review and just GO!!!

I had a wonderful first experience here! It was super cute inside with authentic local charm. I…read morewalked in and was immediately greeted! When I explained that I drive by all the time but it was my first time in, they welcomed me and thanked me for my business! They were very gracious when I needed a few minutes to review the menu and answered all my questions with enthusiasm. I just couldn't believe how good the service was! I ordered the Lox bagel sandwich, I believe it is called the Fisherman on a toasted onion bagel with a Chai tea latte. They have an impressive selection of cream cheese flavors available (I chose the bacon scallion) and they loaded my sandwich with delicious fresh veggies! Both my sandwich and my latte were absolutely wonderful! I was honestly shocked how on point everything was! No criticism and no critiques, please just keep up the good work and the food quality and I will be back soon! If you are like me and keep on driving past this place, I highly encourage you to stop in and show this local spot some love!

Their coffee is always good. Their bagels used to be bigger, though! Lately, they seem to have been…read moredownsized. A venue with unique decor in the heart of Ballston Spa. The prices are a bit high, but the service is friendly. I believe it's a local family-run business.