Trip two! This time to celebrate my mother's 80th and my sister's 60th birthday! Whole new menu…read morewith lots of amazing choices. We shared the chopped corn salad, the shallot tart tartine and the calamarI The calamari was so light and the shallot tart tartine flaky and delightful. The chopped salad was a beautiful combination of flavors. I had the striped bass with white beans and fennel that reminded me of a restaurant in Sicily! Trish was such a delightful and attentive server it just made the experience so lovely. I still haven't tried a dessert so I guess I'll have to go back!

Wow! We had a great experience at the Delaware! The ambiance is excellent. It's a moody vibe with…read moreforest wallpaper and hanging air plant planters with candles in them hung from the ceiling by string (I was impressed they have to turn each of the candles on every night!). The food and cocktails were delicious! We had a Nigroni and Blackberry Basil drink. The Nigroni was blended well, smoky and a good quality. The Blackberry Basil drink was also delicious, which says something as I'm a picky cocktail drinker! I ordered the bucatini which was flavorful with specialty mushrooms and whipped feta. The description slightly varied from what I received as I didn't see any of the nuts described but it was so good I'll overlook it. My husband had a buttery bass which he enjoyed. Our chocolate cake was rich and the perfect size for a sweet ending. Waiter was attentive and friendly. Overall highly recommend and thought the value was on par for our area. Also bonus points for cardboard takeout containers. I hate plastic and styrofoam.

Delaware Supply has a nice combination of charm, being cozy, and a varied and interesting list of…read morebeers on tap. I was drawn to the Belgian offerings and enjoyed the posters for Belgian ales in the bathroom. Prices are reasonable. Street parking is very convenient. In nice weather, some outside seating is available. This would be an enjoyable spot to have a few drinks with friends.

Really nice spot with a curated selection of craft beers, wines and ciders and excellent ambience…read more This bar was recommended to me through a community craft beer group as a small, relaxed venue where we could enjoy some brews but not have to endure a harsh industrial atmosphere or a lot of rowdy sports fans or college students. We had a great time here! We were greeted and served as soon as we walked in the place and found a perfectly sized table for our group of three to relax and enjoy our beverages. There is some light background music playing, which adds to the atmosphere but doesn't interfere with conversation. I also appreciated the complimentary water station- hydration is important. The ambience includes lots of greenery and beer artwork. Convenient if you are seeing a movie next-door at the Spectrum Theater. Definitely would return here the next time we are in the area. Excellent vibes here.

Absolutely lucked into this place while visiting our daughter at a nearby college. We were headed…read moreto the donut shop next door and saw the sign for the cheese shop. (Certainly a lucky neighborhood) It looks small from the street but once you walk in, it opens up to a sizable store. We were greeted by a friendly staff member, he took the time to describe their cheese selection and the other things going on in the shop. He then pivoted to giving us tons of help selecting the right cheese. We sampled a couple of things and then he dialed in three choices for us to buy. (With an assist from another customer that insisted that we would love the Delice de Bourgogne) Prices were reasonable enough for the quality. We added some gourmet crackers that were neutral enough to not overpower the cheese. The next day, we made the three cheeses the focus of our lunch. The Delice de Bourgogne was the star of the show, a creamy, earthy, and savory masterpiece. The two year aged Gouda and creamy blue cheese were delightful as well! Truly glad that we walked into The Cheese Traveler!

What a fantastic find -- a small but very well curated collection of cheeses, with an extremely…read moreknowledgeable staff who don't pressure you but provide help where needed. We appreciated the relatively local (Quebec, VT, NY) cheeses they have, and our destination cheese, Wisconsin Brick (which we had never tried before, and which they were quite willing to work with us on getting the appropriate size). The sandwiches looked delicious but we were there at the wrong time of day, alas, but we will 100% be back. If you like cheese, this is a destination location for the region.

You okay love? Looking for a place to watch the FIFA Games? This is it! Quiet lunch place out in…read morethe sunshine or tucked into a booth, food alone is reason enough to come here. Healthy portions but also surprisingly healthy in design. "Don't panic, it's organic mate". Ice coldddddd Guinness on tap 'if you dare' to spend your euros on it. Okay dollars are also acceptable or card of course. The people here are what make this place what it is. Belfast, Ireland would be proud to have such a symbol of genetic descendants as those found operating this setup. If you were to believe in spirits are haunted within the locations with spirits present, it is no exception here. The ghosts that seem to haunt these walls speak to you if let them... ...the captain of the Titanic himself and /or his ghost would proudly add a picture of his crew or even his ship somewhere on the wall... ...I'm KING OF THE WORLD!!! (Leo and Rose Titanic Movie quote). Sure, making reviews after a few Guinness beers is dangerous.... ...so is leaving boring reviews... ...good people selling cold beer and amazing food with an Irish Flag involved. A highly recommendable place. It's missing a Saturday 2 pm Movie showing any of the dozen of titanic remakes and I hope the FIFA games make it to a screen come June? When I come back through? International atmosphere, a great selection of on tap beers. Does this place have live music in the evenings or a comedy night?? Dunno? For a Friday lunchtime" it is a popular place. Give it a shot. Jameson.

We have not been for quite awhile. We had just finished a wonderful historic event held at both…read morethe Schuyler Mansion in Albany and the Crailo historic site in Rensselaer (go to these places. Super interesting history.) We decided to stop in for a drink. When you come in, the first thing you notice is the gorgeous, vintage bar. Yowza! We sat at the bar and were greeted by bartender Jordan. Super friendly and makes a fine old fashioned! Perfect music in the background playing and nice people at the bar for fun cocktail chatting. Check out this local gem!

Can't believe it took us so long to discover this gem of a café!!…read more Everytime we've been in, we've been greeted warmly by the staff, seated amazingly quickly, served with remarkable efficiency AND friendliness (special thanks to Emily and Courtney!). Great upbeat vibe in the space also and the owner is engaged, checking in with customers! And the food is fabulous .. fresh ingredients, great flavor, and amazing selection (and the owner makes the delish tzatziki sauce himself) Can't wait to come back with a friend who has celiac since they serve GF bread and English muffins! Will return soon to try something new!

Fantastic menu (especially for breakfast) with terrific service -- the coffee is always full and…read morewater is topped off regularly. This restaurant is not only the cleanest I've been to in the capital region, but the cleanest I've ever been to period. The owner is meticulous, personally ensuring every surface is spotless, all the displays are perfect, and every window is streak free.

Finally had a chance to pop into this cute little coffee shop for a wonderfully made latte and…read moreavocado toast. The dining space is bright and cheery with lots of plants on the floor and walls. Service was friendly & efficient!

Really love this place but they are literally never open. They treat this place like a hobby and…read morenot a real business. The inconsistent hours are so irksome and disruptive. And the reasoning for being closed is always "short handed". Why don't any of your staff stay? As a business owner myself, I'm literally shocked that this place has existed this long. Which sucks because where else can I get a vegan breakfast sandwich? (Also, the owner left a condescending response on my Google review so definitely doubling down)

Ok these things are delicious ! My 1st time trying the Rail Ties. Beer battened, deep fried sticks…read moreof Pepper Jack cheese. My cardiologist will NOT be pleased.

The food was so yummy! I ordered the rail ties (must try), chicken parm wrap, and the gold miner…read more Food came out super quick and the service was friendly. The atmosphere was casual and cozy. It took a while to pay but overall great experience and would come back. There is a huge variety from pizza to chicken Marsala.

I'm glad we got to finally try the tea here but the verdict isn't entirely favourable. Most…read moreimportantly, I learned during our first visit that they charge more for a boba tea of equivalent size, topping, sweetness, and ice level than any tea shop we have been to in many other cities and states, including NYC, Queens, Virginia state, Georgia State, and the rest of the Capital District. In fact, within the Capital District, we pay $2.39 less PER TEA at another tea shop. The green tea is little different than what a large number of other similar shops have, which is a letdown. Their boba was above average because it was cooked just right and favoured well, although we do prefer large boba. Service is a tad too no-frills and left me wishing there was more friendliness, like the typical "have a nice day" as customers leave the shop or pick up their order. The music in a food joint usually isn't an issue for me but there was not one song that added to the experience of hanging out and it sounded like the speaker needed bass. They have several different tables and chairs and, although the comfort level differs based on where you sit, the sitting area has an overall nice feel to it. Although I'd be fairly hesitant to return, I hope they keep improving.

Came here with the family for some Korean waffle bubble cone ice cream and bubble tea. Parking lot…read morewas full but easily located on the side of the building. Upon walking in, we were the only customers. They had handy laminated menus showing various options, and I selected the Chocolate bubble waffle cone with Reese's Pieces PB craze ice cream, strawberry star jelly pieces, Oreo cookie crumbs, and whipped cream. I know, I know... it is gilding the lily. But, it wasn't like I eat here every day. My wife ordered her own boba tea and bubble cone ice cream. It took about 15 minutes to receive everything, as they only had one waffle machine up and running. But I wasn't in a hurry. It was neat to watch them make it, and despite the waffle maker spewing batter on the sides they kept it nice and clean so there were no flavor cross-contaminations. My item came out last and it was great. However, it was impossible to eat unless you held it at a 45-degree angle (otherwise, the star jelly pieces and cookie crumbs fell on the table... over and over). Also, the plastic spoon isn't the best weapon against really hard ice cream. But, I managed. And, I made a mess of the table. My wife's ice cream was definitely more Asian inspired (green tea bubble waffle, red bean paste, and strawberries) and it was okay. But nothing came close to the deliciousness of mine. I really liked the star shaped jelly pieces, which made me feel like a kid. If I were to order it again, though, I would bring my own bowl and dump it all in to eat out of. The prices aren't cheap, and we tipped well, but it was a date night adventure and not a routine destination. They give out free popcorn with every drink (awesome), and the staff were friendly. I could see coming back more often, but too much of this stuff will go straight to my dairy-iere.

Tried a wrap today. Preordered online and picked it up. Side of fries too! It was ready when I got…read morethere. I got it on a wheat wrap. So good! I got the Troy wrap with turkey, turkey bacon, romaine, cheddar, tomatoes, etc and got mayo instead of ranch. Nice size, stuffed full of fresh ingredients. This place never disappoints! The fries were good too! Nice lunch potion.

What a wonderful restaurant! The food is delicious and made authentically. The service is excellent…read moreand it is apparent that the owner takes great pride in delivering a great experience to his customers. I tried their falafel, a tomato soup (that's not on the menu, but is divine) and a chicken platter.

Totally blown away by this restaurant. The service was casual but attentive, the staff dressed…read morecasually and the vibe very laid back but everything was on point. The menu is varied and offers something for everyone. I absolutely loved our first meal here and it was just appetizers. I can't wait to come back and try the Ruben and lobster bisque. We are planning to return here several times during our next few weeks in Albany. The parking is challenging as the back lot shares with at least 3 other restaurants but it is well worth the effort

My partner treated me to lunch at Ale & Oyster. While I was excited to come, my expectations for…read morethe resto were not entirely met: -Our server ignored us for at least half an hour. We couldn't easily flag someone down to take our orders. -Our waters tasted like fish water :( -I ordered a house salad with added shrimp, but I only got 3 pieces of shrimp. It didn't feel like it was worth my money. Not sure if I would return again.