We tried Buona Sera for dinner after our daughters rowed in the Saratoga Invitational. Sunday…read moreevening; called for a reservation, but not necessary. Got seated right away in the "Lake Room" and got served right away. The Lake Room has a nice view over Saratoga Lake, and the ambiance was good for family dinner, except for a couple of loud tables that made it hard to hear everyone. I had a bourbon Manhattan that was perfect - not so dry that it tasted like a glass of bourbon and not so much vermouth as to make it too sweet - and really smoothed off the afternoon - then a glass of St Francis Cabernet to go with dinner. Appetizers were pan-fried mozzarella and the Shrimp Limoncello. The mozzarella was "Made with Our Fresh Homemade Mozzarella, and Breadcrumbs, Served over Marinara." Light, slight breading and fried just enough with a perfectly sweet complementary red sauce. The Shrimp Limoncello was "Three U-10 Shrimp Sauteed with Roasted Garlic, Roasted Heirloom Tomatoes and Limoncello, Served with Grilled Bread." Shrimp were cooked just right, not overcooked, as happens many times with shrimp, and the tomatoes and bread were complementary and tasty, but the limoncello was a little too much lemon, not enough cello. (a little more tart than we liked) 2 entrees were the pan seared salmon over risotto with a request to undercook the salmon somewhat, which they honored, and it made the salmon very moist and tasty. The Roasted Garlic and Basil risotto was excellent - rice not overcooked, perfect with a deep warm roasted garlic flavor. My Eggplant Parmesan was prepared the old fashioned way with thinly sliced eggplant properly drained and sweet with an ultra thin breading fried just right with a delicious marinara sauce and plenty of mozzarella, served over house-made spaghetti cooked al dente. Ample enough to have half for lunch the next day. Oh, and I had a side order of broccoli rabe - slightly bitter, as it should be, with ample garlic flavor cooked perfectly. Excellent. The fourth entree was Shrimp Aglio E Olio - "Sauteed shrimp, broccoli rabe, roasted tomatoes, in a garlic and olive oil sauce. Served over spaghetti." Once again, large fresh (not meaning not previously frozen, just clearly not old) meaty shrimp cooked perfectly - still moist with some crunch with a wonderful pungent garlic sauce over that perfectly al dente spaghetti. My daughter loved it. Also enough for lunch the next day. Desserts were homemade tiramisu and lemon ricotta cake with raspberry sauce and whipped cream. Tiramisu was classic and delicious. Lemon cake was a little dry but tangy and tasty, especially with the full-flavored raspberry sauce. We only get to Saratoga in the spring and fall for the rowing races, but this will be our go-to place for post-regatta dinner any time we're around. Very very good. Not cheap, but one doesn't mind when it's well worth the price.

Only reason for two stars is because of Ryleigh our waitress!!! She was absolutely amazing…read more The rest of the night was a disaster. Ordered two apps and one came out and the other was out 10 minutes later (comped). Next was dinner. My wife chicken parm was ice cold so we send it back and instead of remaking they threw it in the oven and baked it more. (See pic of this burnt mess). How does the kitchen not realize this should not go out??? HOW!!! (Comped) My sister got the eggplant parm, all I can say is stay away from this dish. I talked it and it was the worst! (Comped). I don't know how this place is staying open and I feel bad for the amazing staff. The manager also came over and it was obvious he didn't really care we had issues, another reason I feel sorry for the amazing staff. We also had a good experience at the bar before we sat with Cassidy. This was our second and last time going to this place!!!

Our go to every Friday. We always order the pizza and some specials. We like the generous portions…read moreand friendly service, too.

I used to come to Jimmy's regularly about 20 years ago and it was great to see it is still going…read morestrong. Pizza is still very good for upstate and was very tasty. I also liked the staff and always found the service to be warm and friendly. Great to see some things don't change and highly recommend Jimmy's for a great slice.

Pass by this place a lot but never know of its existence, till I took a wrong turn to Hannaford and…read morefound a Chinese restaurant and Leah's bakery too (moved from pior location ). They are tucked behind hannaford on exit 10 in a small strip plaza. Pizza and service was good, if I do have a craving, will definitely be one of my new places that I would lean to.

Roommate actually went to pick up Chinese next door and I decided let's pick up a couple slices of…read morepizza so we can know what it tastes like for our future take out. He got pepperoni and pepperoni and sausage. Everything about this pizza is amazing. It's got a nice cheese it's not overcooked it's not undercooked. It's got a nice pepperoni that's got a small spice but doesn't burn your mouth. The sausage has a good flavor I don't think it was spicy like more maybe sweet it was Blobs of sausage not those around circles. The sauce there was so much flavor in the sauce it was on a sweeter side. I feel like there was a garden of flavor in this sauce. It was perfection. The crust was perfect. I think it's a little thicker than I normally like I can't remember cuz I ate mine already. The outside crust was perfect and nice golden Crust and the crust had a nice flavor it wasn't non-existent it was there. Everything about this pizza was amazing and now I have to go get some more in the future. My dog wanted a little bit so I gave her a tiny piece of cheese. And she got to eat some of the outside edge crust and she was very very satisfied. So you have the Yorkie vote in the human vote as exceptional Pizza.

They have gone back to the hot pepperoni. It's nasty. I don't like it. It also tastes like they…read moreused some kind of mushroom sauce on it because all I can taste is mushrooms. I'm not a fan of the pizza tonight. And won't be back next week.

Admittedly, when it comes to pizza, I am very easy to please. However, this pizza sauce is the best…read moresauce I've ever had. It's not too sweet, not too salty. The atmosphere is best for pick up/ DoorDash with very limited, if any, indoor seating. The guy behind the counter is nice enough, sometimes overwhelmed as a one-man-show making all the food himself; but the wait is worth it because MAN! The pizza & garlic knots are exceptional.

Excellent meal and service. We had the Bavarian sampler for two to experience a little of…read moreeverything. It could easily have fed three or four. The rice pudding reminded me of my mother's from when I was a child. We will definitely return next time we are in the area.

Five of us from the German-American Club of Albany NY had dinner here on Thursday July 30, 2026…read more Highly recommended by one of our party who had been here previously with other members of the GACA. Opened by Christian Rath in September 2023, it features dishes learned from his long career in food service. Spargel is the German word for Asparagus. This is a comprehensive tour of authentic German cusines from many regions of Germany. Just explore the menu options on the website. We started with a variety of Paulaner draft beers at the bar with the knowledgeable, Beau. Our server at our table was Kelly L. She was very helpful explaining the different dishes and provided excellent service. We started with two of their famous suppe (soup) - Spargelcremesuppe - gream of asparagus w/ garlic croutons ($8.50) and the most popular seasonal Cream of Yellow Chatrelle Mushroom Suppe w/ bacon & onion ($15.50). Unique to us and delicious. Dinners were trio of wild game sausages-wild boar, rabbit, & elk served w/homefries, red cabbage, & ligonberry sause ($34.50), Schweinelende-pan-seared pork tenderloins w/yellow chantrelle sauce, potato croquettes, and bacon wrapped green beans ($36.50), Gebratene Schweine Haxe-pork shank slow roasted with dunckel (dark) beer sauce w/ potato dumplings & sauerkraut ($35). The last dinner was the Bavarian Sampler Tour of German Cusine for Two - 12 items on this platter ($80). Our party of five could have shared this dish. It was Wunderbar! Spargel serves authentic & unique dinners along with the familiar such as Rouladen, Schnitzels, & Goulash. Desserts were creme brulee Grand Manier ($12.50) & apple strudel w/ warm vanilla sauce ($9.50). Their online menu is a must see before a visit. Outstanding meals & excellent service. Danke to Kelly L., Beau, Christian, and chefs. Open: Wednesday - Sunday: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Nick & Liz, Judy, Shannon & Todd GACA Albany, NY USA

What a delightful surprise! A couple of foodie friends and I decided to check out a couple spots in…read moreSaratoga and we landed on a new spot, Familiar Creature. We had read that it was the same people who run Hamlet and Ghost, so we wanted to check it out. The inside is gorgeous, bright and welcoming. Very cute wine bar vibes with excellent cocktails and a small, but mighty, menu. All of our cocktails were gorgeous and well crafted, even some great mocktails. The menu is Montreal inspired, which we noticed immediately, and loved. We just wanted to split a couple things to try, so we ordered the poutine with duck confit and the steak tartare. The Poutine was fabulous! They ultra crispy house made fries had such good flavor on their own, but were made incredible with the gravy, melty cheese curds and decadent duck. This dish was amazing. The steak tartare was also very good and fresh, the house made chips were also killer. Last but not least, the maple soft serve. Heavenly! Ultra creamy and smooth with a great depth of maple flavor. The caramel swirl and crunchy nibs on the top were so good. I am not a big sweets person, but I would order this again for sure. Delicious. This is a hidden gem and surprised us all! I can't believe I haven't heard more about this place. 10/10 recommend.

An incredible experience from start to finish! We enjoyed the fresh air on the patio, and our…read moreserver made excellent recommendations. Every bite was delicious, and I can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. The atmosphere inside was lively, the beverage selection was extensive, and the service felt genuinely thoughtful and intentional. Definitely a place we'll be returning to.

I called ahead on my way up the Northway for a visit with family. It was ready when I got there…read more Two gigantic square thick pizzas piping hot. The pizzas were great lunch. Plenty of sauce and cheese. I forgot to get a photo. I've never been in the restaurant part of this establishment. I have gotten ice cream though! Friendly people, great service. The restaurant has cool decor.

I expected more of a "sit down" restaurant based on the way the exterior looked so I was a little…read moresurprised to see that it was more of a "super casual go to the counter to order your stuff and sit where you want and we will bring it to you" kind of place. I was actually happy with the latter and liked the vibe. There was a small wireless speaker cranking out some tunes. We sat near a large table with young parents and little kids enjoying wings (which looked and smelled great), pizza, soda and beer. The pizza is primarily thick crust/Michigan style, but they also offer the thin crust/traditional kind. We decided on the (thick crust) hot honey for half of the pizza and just regular cheese the other side. It was served piping hot - don't burn your face or chins on scalding cheese drips. Since we could only order an 8-cut, we had lots leftover. I thought the sauce was really good-thick, dark tasty red sauce. I would have put a bit more hot honey on my side but I'm a little cray. (I like my food to be painful sometimes). We started with some fries that were really good. I liked the spicy mayo it was served with; didn't love whatever ketchup option was available. The service was friendly and I'd definitely go back again.

Always great food, equally as great costumer service. Everything is ready shortly after ordering.read more

I ordered online for a 6:30 pickup. At 6:45 i still had no recieved my order. The children at the…read morecounter were USELESS. They were walking around looking brain dead. We ended up askkng for a refund & i was told it could take up to one week which is much too long in my opinion. I will NEVER give them any of my money ever again. There are way too many other pizzerias with better food & better service.