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    Java Cafe

    4.3 (16 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Cute decor and tables
    JP P.

    This place is awesome, the staff is so kind and very attentive. The place is warm in both a decor sense and a temperature perspective. The honey cake and latte I got was amazing! The pastry and latte my daughter had were also very good. (We left nothing if that says anything)! This place is located on a strip of coffee shops / cafes. It is worth a go and worth coming back to!

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    Had high hopes for this place by the few reviews online and the look of the environment. The service was that of the Dunkin around the corner. Walked in to a young woman who gave the typical "no smile, I hate my job" greeting. The coffee flavor was nice but the latte itself was probably more like a kids temp hot chocolate. Perhaps the barista is having a poor start to her Monday. I hope she has a good week and perhaps learns to have better customer service sense when working in a customer facing environment. Also it's June, what's with the Halloween and Christmas stuff?

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    Kristen K.

    Java Cafe recently opened on Madison Ave across from Washington Park. There's tons of seating, nicely decorated (I'm a sucker for exposed brick) and lots to enjoy. Coffee, pastries, fresh orange juice and lemonade. I ordered an iced latte with almond milk and caramel. It was nicely balanced, not too sweet and not too much milk. Pet peeve of mine when it feels like you're jut drinking a cup of milk with a splash of coffee. Also had to order a strawberry croissant once I saw it. Fresh slices of strawberry and a layer of cream tucked in a buttery croissant. It was delicious!!

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    Kellyanne M.

    A cute little Internet cafe located right on Madison Ave. I absolutely love that Java Cafe is open from 7am to 8pm - perfect for early morning or later evening studying! The Turkish coffee is my personal favorite. They have a few other basic cafe drinks and flavors. They also offer a few pastries. My one complaint is that the tables are small and light (so if you are writing sometimes the tables move a bit). I also find the chairs to be flimsy and not so comfortable.

    Raya V.

    I loved visiting this cafe. It's much more spacious inside than I expected. I had a potato burek and a tea. Both were great. I wished the potato burek was a little bigger as it tasted amazing lol. The tea was scorching hot and perfect with the burek. My daughter had a blueberry and raspberry muffin which she said was great. The service was very pleasant and prompt. I will definitely be coming back.

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    Jessica P.

    This is a new place that deserves a visit. Wonderfully pleasant and helpful staff and great prices. The matcha was delicious and I didn't need anything added which is rare. Nicely decorated and the bathroom has such cute signs. I was offered (& accepted) a delicious taste of cold baklava and I was hooked. I cannot wait to go back & try more drinks and the great looking pastries.

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    Jennifer L.

    Java Cafe is a relatively recent cafe that just opened and I thought it'd be fun to check out! The space is definitely cute and conducive to studying or working, they do have public wifi! However my experience with their drinks was disappointing. I ordered a matcha and it tasted mainly like a cup of iced milk. The color of my matcha was rather pale and diluted and I didn't really enjoy my drink that much. They offer other coffees and pastries which could be worth trying. It is a tidy run of the mill coffee shop since I didn't see any specialty drinks! The baristas were nice overall. I don't know if this place will be my go-to coffee shop.

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    They're open later than other cafes, have fantastic pastries, and the espresso is solid and affordable. Highly recommend spending time here.

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    The place has a quiet and cozy atmosphere. The coffee was served with excellent customer service

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    Misses Kisses Pies

    Misses Kisses Pies

    4.2
    (12 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    Simply delicious! I'm Surprised at the low number of ratings / reviews on Yelp for how amazing…read morethis product is. Great people. Local. Can't be beat. Great value and quality. Easy to order and easy pickup. Very convenient for me, in downtown Albany, just off the highway. I placed an order for 1/2 strawberry crunch cheesecake and 1/2 chocolate Pb cup for a special occasion/birthday surprise and everyone was blown away! They were very flexible / accommodating with pickup day/time. Very delicious. Will order again and highly recommend! Thank you. Extremely satisfied and the birthday girl was very happy!

    One word: amazing! From the exceptional cheesecake flavor options to the friendly customer service…read moreand free delivery, they're outstanding. They also offer a discount with a 518 Foodies card, which can be purchased at 518foodies.com. Misses Kisses Pies does something that I've never seen another bakery do and that's offer a four flavor cheesecake! That's right -- four flavors on one cheesecake. It's insane! I ordered the chocolate peanut butter, strawberry crunch, banana pudding and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. I couldn't decide which flavor I liked best. They were all so delicious and the crust was heavenly. To order, visit MissesKissesPies.com and look over the menu before calling (518) 461-7324 with your order. Highly recommend!!

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    Rolly-Poly Buns & Stuff

    Rolly-Poly Buns & Stuff

    4.7
    (3 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    After seeing Asaf's review of this place I decided to splurge and order some things from here. I…read morelove homemade donuts and other baked goods, so after looking at their website I picked half orders (6) of the apple fritters and the smore's rolls. Delivery is available on the weekends, but since I live within a couple of miles I elected for pick up. Using their website was easy as... umm... cinnamon rolls? I talked with the baker who was putting them outside on a table a couple of minutes before pickup. Eating them fresh is nice, but warm out of the over is even better. She recommended warming them up before eating so I microwaved my apple fritter for 30 seconds in the microwave. It was great! It wasn't too sweet and that is partially because the dough didn't seem to have a lot of sugar in it. The glaze certainly did though and overall I thought it was a nice balance. I definitely tasted a nice, warm spice but can't put my finger on it. Likely cinnamon, but it seemed a little more nuanced than just that. They were very dark (but not burned) and would remind you of a pastry you might get at the supermarket but with a bit less sugar. I liked that. The smores ones did look as good as they could have, and they were a bit hard at room temperature. I heated them up as recommended and they became transformed into a decadent treat that tasted a lot like smores. I could pick out the graham crackers, chocolate, and marshmallow and it made a mess on my fingers like a real one would. I think I would have preferred multiple smaller marshmallows on top instead of one large one as that came off in one bite. But, they were much better tasting than I expected. Note: Despite the wax paper liner in the box, I suggest not putting them on your car seat when you pick them up as they are a bit greasy and it goes through the cardboard. You have been warned. Prices aren't cheap, and I assume they are a little more if you elect for delivery. But in these hard times we all need to splurge on something now and then and also support local places. I did both of those, so this was a two-fer.

    A friend of mine decided to monetize her 2020 baking obsession by starting up a home based baked…read moregoods business I like to refer to as a, "micro-bakery". So far I have been fortunate enough to try the following from her menu: Classic Cinnamon Rolls: These taste, well, like cinnamon rolls. Not the kind that are slathered, well practically drowned in liquid sugar to the point you get diabetes by simply touching one. More the kind that are fresh, firm, and taste like cinnamon without needing heavy amounts of glaze to do the heavy lifting for their flavor profile. If you like that notion and also knowing that you won't have glue hands after eating one, give these a try! Walnut Rolls: I believe these are based on a Ukrainian family recipe. They taste quite nutty in a good way. If you are looking for tasty buns that aren't overly sweet but still rich in their walnut goodness, and perhaps would like to have a flashback to your days at mom's table back in the Ukraine, give these a taste. Apple Fritters: These are firmly in the, "and stuff" part of the "Rolly-Poly Buns & Stuff" monicker. They justify the need for stuff other than buns being made at this micro-bakery as they are pretty darn tasty. Apple flavor comes out well in these little delights. S'mores Buns (Limited Time): I am looking forward to trying these new items soon. For now all I have is the description from the website below: "Filled with chocolate, covered in toasty marshmallows, you can't go wrong with these. Sure to be a favorite of anyone with a sweet tooth." In terms of service, she likes what she does and is friendly. When ordering from the website, you will need to request anything at least 24 hours before you get it. There is not a same day delivery option. Delivery is local (capital region only) and only on weekends. Pickup is any day. If you want to drive there from wherever, that wouldn't be a problem :) Payment system currently requires PayPal. All prepared goods follow the Home Processing Guidlines by NY State. However, GF cannot be guaranteed though vegan options could possibly be accommodated upon request. The business owner is just getting started and is open to innovation in terms of new items that could be worked into their, "special flavor" category. Send any ideas to their company email at rollypollybuns@gmail.com. I recommend giving this place a shot. Give it a shot because you don't get much more small than a home owned business and you don't get much more local either. Give it a shot because it'd be pretty darn cool if something positive like this could come from, well lets face it a pretty terrible year. Also, because the food is good! Finally, if you are picking up, understand this is a home, and further understand that you would be expected to adhere to current covid safety protocols such as wearing a mask, social distance, and so on. Here's hoping you try it, love it, say so in Yelp! And possibly make the term, "micro-bakery" a thing :)

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    Apple fritters. Yummy!
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    Daisies Pasteles

    Daisies Pasteles

    4.5
    (15 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Daisie's has grown. I was the first to write a Yelp review for this business more than 2 years ago…read morewhen it was solely a bakery featuring Daisie's awesome tres leches (3 dairy) cakes. Months later, Daisie began offering occasional meals. I know that it has become a full fledged eatery. What a nice menu! It wasn't very busy when my friend and I stopped in for an early dinner just before 5pm. The business is still very cute and clean. Daisie has added a lot of Mexican candy and snacks to her inventory. We came primarily for tacos. My friend had chicken tacos. I had chorizo tacos. They were on small soft corn tortillas and were as delicious as they were authentic. I also had an order of flautas. They were three crispy rolled tortillas filled with shredded chicken and topped with shredded lettuce, cheese and sour cream. They were good, too. So was the slice of tres leches which we shared. Daisie wasn't in but there was a very friendly and efficient young woman behind the counter who took our orders and served the meals. The dishes came out of the kitchen in a timely manner. It appeared to be well run whatever hiccups previously existed were gone. We enjoyed the meal and stayed so long that we almost ran late to catch a show. I left in such a hurry that I forgot my bag on a seat. I didn't get very far before I noticed my mistake. I called ahead and when I returned, the young woman welcomed me. There were no customers at the time, but she put my bag behind the counter for safe keeping which was reassuring. I was so grateful and she was so gracious, I insisted on giving her a second tip / reward as a gesture of appreciation. It was a great experience all around and I look forward to returning to eat my way through the menu. Thanks so much.

    I love this local restaurant! The baked goods are delicious and their tacos are sooooo tasty,…read morefilling and reasonably priced. The employees are really nice and service is quick and attentive. It's a cute small store, there are a few spots for eating but it's more of a bakery vibe than a restaurant. I can't wait to go back and try out more of their menu!

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    Sweet Elevation Bakery

    Sweet Elevation Bakery

    3.5
    (11 reviews)
    6.4 mi

    Best bakery in the NY capital region. During my time in Albany, I've been to a lot of bakeries. I…read morecame to Sweet Elevation 3 times in just 2 weeks. I don't remember when I had a more perfect chocolate cupcake, each time I've come here, the quality and service are perfect! Consistency and good service is what I look for. The attention to detail, hospitality, and kindness from Christian, the young man who works there, is exceptional. As I wrote before, the bakery shares the parking lot with the Yemeni coffee shop Shibam next door. The Yemeni coffee is just perfect with Sweet Elevation's treats, so don't miss this spot if you visit next door. I hope they can work out on doing something together. I've gotten hooked on Sweet Elevation's chocolate cupcakes. I'm having one as I write this review (these really are the freshest and best chocolate cupcakes) with some Yemeni coffee from next door - who knew how perfectly they go together. I'm very picky when it comes to cupcakes, and these are so soft, fresh, moist, fluffy, with perfect frosting with the sprinkles! Each time! It's really cute inside the cafe. What I'm most picky about is service, and I'm impressed with Christian, he's a respectful gentleman, knowledgeable, and really helpful with recommendations. Responsible, helpful, paying attention, intelligent. People my age often complain about the younger generation, they should meet Christian, our world's future is bright with young people like this. Good luck whatever you do Christian, and may you continue to shine as you do now always! Amen!

    I ordered custom cookies for a bridal shower and they turn out even better than I couldn't…read moreimagine. Not only were they beautiful but also delicious.

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    Bird's eye view of the kitchen.
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    Nino's Bakery

    Nino's Bakery

    4.5
    (18 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    I was staying in Albany on the way back from Lake George. I googled "bakery". I went to Nino's…read more Their Italian style cookies are amazing! I love them. I like the ones that are not very sweet as opposed to the sweet ones with gooey filling and I really loved theirs. Though not sweet they had a wonderful flavor and texture. The almond biscotti and anisette biscotti may be the best I have ever tasted. I also bought something called frizzle bread, that is a twice baked bread you can drizzle with olive oil, rub with garlic, lots of different things, very crunchy. Can't wait to try it. The lady who waited on me is very nice. I believe she and her husband are the owners. Small locally owned bakery. Cash only. Any time I am up that way I will stop at Nino's. I didn't go to the deli so can't speak about their sandwiches or anything else. Next time.

    I have driven by Nino's bakery for years and always wanted to stop in. I finally did a few months…read moreback and wish I'd started going there years ago! I have tried a variety of their buns and a few of their loaves and every one has been delicious. They also have a selection of Italian cookies. Everything is freshly made and reasonably priced. Their hours are limited, part of the reason it took me so long to check them out, but going forward I'm going to get my breads from Nino's whenever possible. I would love to try their rye bread, it seems to only be available on certain days. The shop is small and if you don't get there on the earlier side, the selection may be limited. Make sure to bring cash as it is a cash only establishment.

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    Look at that fresh bread!
    Love their bread and buns!

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    Love their bread and buns!

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