Coming from out of town (Michigan), we followed the ratings and tried Emma Jayne's. It was…read morepleasantly surprising. Our server was friendly and efficient and the food was plentiful and delicious!! Can't go wrong here!!

My friend, Barb, and I make a trek to Clifton Park about every 6 - 8 weeks to shop at Trader Joe's…read more Our gals' day out starts at lunch, where we often try a new restaurant. Another friend, Pam, had highly recommended Emma Jayne's Restaurant which is only a couple of traffic lights from Trader Joe's - a perfect location for our trip. The restaurant sits just north of Fred the Butcher (next door, literally) for those who frequent that establishment, on Route 9. There is off-street parking. When we arrived at 12:30 p.m. on a Tuesday, the front parking spaces were full. (Note: there may be parking around back; I didn't check) We thought we might have to wait for a table. Wrong! The restaurant is surprisingly spacious with two large rooms furnished with tables that were thoughtful spaced apart. A photo of an adorable young girl, whom we assumed was the dining establishment's namesake, was on the wall. Let me be sure to mention that the ladies room, which smelled faintly of bleach, was spotless. I mean REALLY clean! About the food ... my friend and I shared an appetizer of Fried Calamari. It was an ample portion (took some home) accompanied by sweet chili sauce - a nice change from typical marinara served at other places. However, the calamari was small and overcooked. As a result, what was presented was a plate of small, overly crisp rings of 90% batter. No squid! For our entrees, Barb chose the Chicken Salad Sandwich. She requested that it be served on a pretzel bun (touted as homemade) for which we were hit with an up-charge of $3.50. The chicken salad had grapes and walnuts in it and Barb liked it very much. The up-charged pretzel roll did not appear to be homemade. Very disappointing. Had she known it would be uninspiring, she would have accepted the brioche roll. Macaroni salad - not very exciting - accompanied the sandwich along with a pickle. I love seafood and was torn between ordering the Fish and Chips (halibut) and Lobster Pot Pie (an appetizer). Our server, Drew, gets a gold star for suggesting the second one when I told him I wasn't a big eater. Apparently, the halibut, while highly recommended, is a sizable portion. The pot pie was superb! The rich, creamy sauce was divine. I couldn't eat it all and will enjoy the rest of it for lunch today. Emma Jayne's menu has something for everyone. Our server, Drew, was informative and attentive. While we may make other food choices (skip the calamari and pretzel bun but keep the pot pie), we will definitely return.

I recently came here with a group of people after hearing many great things about it. Well I wish I…read morenever did because it was awful. With that known, this was one of the worst golf simulators I've ever used. To start, half of the time the simulator wouldn't even recognize your swing. Also, there were several times that the simulator would register two hits at once. It was a nightmare trying to even finish a game. However, the worst part was that they didn't have several lefty clubs. They didn't have lefty putters or woods so I had to use a driver for the entire game. How does a golf simulator not have lefty clubs? It was absolutely mind boggling. Over the long haul, The Bunker is a lackluster golf simulator that offers nothing of substance.

place is cool, the absolute worst service ever At the one in cliffton country road. the manager…read moretook off for 15 minutes-nobody showed us to our spot, nobody came to wait on us, i kept going to the bar myself to put my order and drinks in. they never let me know the dessert I ordered was out so I waited 45 minutes until I had to go up again to the bar and let them know and they told me they didn't have it. awful awful service which is sad because it has so much potential!

Went for the first time with a group right before closure. Group of 4, they allowed us to split…read moreplates. I had a mixed drink and then the shrimp tacos. The siracha mayo gave the tacos just the right amount of spice, and don't let it fool you being listed on the appetizers menu, because it is a whole meal in itself. I don't know if the siracha overpowered the blackened seasoning, or if the blackened was just grilled. The steak frites special sounded amazing but no one in our party ordered it, but they do have specials. Sweet potato fries were a little soft, not quite crispy.

I was in the Clifton Park area looking for a place to eat when The Exchange caught my interest…read more On that premise, I decided to stop in and give it a try. Knowing that, I ordered the medium wings as an appetizer and they were tasty. To make clear, the wings were crispy and juicy. Also, the sauce was flavorful and had a nice spice to it. Following that, I ordered the Barn Burger with fries for my entree. With that known, the burger was delicious. To explain, the meat was juicy and cooked to perfection. Similarly, the garlic mayo was excellent and it helped elevate the burger. In addition, the bun was fresh and enjoyable. My only problem with the burger was that the caramelized onions were undercooked. However, the burger was still very good. In like manner, the fries were pretty tasty as well. To enlighten, the fries were hot, crispy, and salted well. As a final point, The Exchange is a good restaurant with solid burgers and fries.

We recently celebrated my birthday party here, and I just wanted to thank the staff for helping…read moremake it such a wonderful evening. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and all of my guests had an amazing time. The wait staff was fantastic throughout the night, but Brianna especially stood out. She made sure everything ran smoothly and constantly checked to make sure we were happy with everything. She truly went above and beyond and to top it all off, she even made my absolutely amazing birthday cake! It was beautiful and delicious. Thank you for helping make my celebration so special!

Truly disappointed with the service on Mother's Day. We have eaten here before and it was nothing…read morecompared to the other night. Many people in the restaurant shared the same experience. Don't overbook yourself because you clearly couldn't handle it. Staff couldn't even explain a dish, let alone bring bread. It took forever for the food and it wasn't even right. The owner / manager couldn't even show face. The Caesar salad was literally lettuce tossed in mayo. Then they add gratuity in so they don't care about service. It was awful and I won't be back. Just by reading all of the one star reviews.. I'm sure they will sink themselves into the ground soon.

Checked out the restaurant while my daughter attended an event in one of the ballrooms…read more Pros: Wide selection of items from finger foods to fully plated entrees Appearance and vibe in the restaurant was upper class sports bar Large wine, spirits and libations selection Monthly tap listing Specials fold at the entranceway Special nights! "Taco Tuesday" "prime Rib night" Cons: Menu said the entrees came with bread service, but no bread was received. I was looking forward to the bread, but felt uncomfortable outright asking because the server was being so kind and trying their best. Staffing: It was not too busy, as there were around 5 tables seated and 6 people at the bar. Service speed was slow, but there was good reason for this as they're down one staff member. It was unclear if the kitchen was cranking out room service orders for the Hilton as well since I went on the day of the Belmont. Ambiance: There is a lovely photo-op wall with a neon sign and disco like backdrop! Each table has flowers and a candle and the tables are sturdy. Taste: Enjoyed the food that I ordered and felt the portions were appropriate and well portioned for the pricing. My server, Bruno, he assisted me with a new menu item that they just placed on the menu, the Lemon Chicken. It was tart and the chicken skin was crisp. All in all, good experience - it took considerably longer than I had expected, but I noted regulars while I was there as well.

Mediocre at best. They offer a nice menu but almost everything is pre-cooked and/or frozen. Was not…read moreimpressed by the quality or the taste of the food. I routinely stay at the hotel attached to this restaurant and have never had even an average meal. The staff is nice and attentive but just stick to drinks and head to one of many area restaurants.

While dropping my son off for drawing classes at The Blooming Art Studio, we noticed The Flat and…read moredecided to give it a try. We stopped by on a Friday evening for dinner. We ordered a specially sauced wings dish (I can't remember the exact name), a classic burger, and onion rings. My son loved the burger, while my husband and I absolutely loved the jumbo wings and what were honestly the best onion rings we've ever had. Before we ordered, the server mentioned that the chefs really know what they're doing--and we 100% agreed after eating. The food was amazing, but what really stood out was the atmosphere. It felt like a place full of regulars, with a very warm and welcoming vibe. The staff seemed genuinely relaxed and happy, and there was a lot of friendly interaction and joking between employees and customers, which I really loved. We had such a great experience that it looks like I'll be signing my son up for more classes :))

Just a simple light and enjoyable, early evening meal after a four hour round trip on the Thruway…read more The wife ordered a Reuben ($19.49) with fries to go with her sparkling Saratoga Water ($4). She was very pleased with the Reuben but thought the fries were nothing special. I thought the fries were OK. I ordered the California Club Wrap ($17.99) and substituted Waffle Fries with an upcharge ($2). We didn't realize the waffle fries were going to be made with sweet potatoes until we tasted them. They, along with the wrap, were very tasty and satisfying. The wrap was filled with bacon, lettuce, tomato, turkey, avocado, Swiss cheese, and herbed mayo. It went well with my unsweetened Iced Tea ($3.75). Service was pleasant and efficient.

The Dog Haus in Clifton Park has the best onion rings in town. The Chili the Kid with a brat is my…read morego to with a cheese burger slider. Don't get me started on the beer selection- it's HUGE. For get Druthers across the parking lot. Go to the Dog Haus.

Blame it on Covid! I was surprised to see that I had previously written four reviews for the Dog…read moreHaus seven years ago, each one with 4*, and yet I hadn't been back since. It being July 4th, Independence Day, I thought it would be an appropriate day to enjoy a hot dog. Just ask Joey Chestnut! I'm not going to reduce my # of *s because we really enjoyed our food and beverages. But I do have to question what I had to drink. The board said it was an Ommegang Grande Tripel stout at 5.5 ABV ($9). That level of ABV would be reasonable for a stout, but the color of the brew was golden like a typical Tripel, and not dark like the typical Stout. The bartender gave us a sample, and it was full of flavor with my wife noticing the vanilla tones that were described by the bartender. I didn't initially identify any specific flavor other than delicious and different than I would have expected from a stout. I also would not take issue with the posted 5.5 ABV. HOWEVER, a quick reference to Ommegang online as I write this says that it is a Belgium Tripel and the ABV is 9. Yes, NINE ABV! I would definitely have noticed if I were drinking a 9 ABV on an empty stomach. I also would have noticed it driving the car after finishing a pint within one hour. For those familiar with Utah Phillips, "It was good though!" But on to the food. We ordered a shareable Tot-Chos ($12.99) consisting of tater tots, tomatoes, avocado, cheese sauce, pickled jalapeños, and chipotle aioli. These were very tasty and not too spicy, with crispy on the outside and soft on the inside tots. My wife ordered the Sooo Cali ($10.99) hot dog. The black angus beef hot dog is very tasty even before it is topped with wild arugula, tomato, avocado, crispy onion strings, and spicy basil aioli. The combined flavors work well together on the Kings Hawaiian rolls. My choice was to try the Hogfather ($10.99) - a pork bratwurst with bacon chipotle onion jam, chipotle aioli, and miso ranch. The bratwurst was delicious and again, the flavors worked well together. BTW, my wife had a Grimm Nothing But Citra ($8), an IPA that even I found acceptable. We really need to return here more frequently.

We came here on a Monday before heading to the airport to fly back south…read more We started with the fried calamari. The portion size was huge so you may have leftovers, but it's well fried and tasty. The marinara sauce on the side was good along with the lemon we squeezed over all of the calamari. The High Rock Chicken with Applewood smoked bacon, Vermont white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, honey mustard sauce, and fries was delicious. The honey mustard was light so I did ask for an aioli which paired well with the sandwich. Really great meal.

Ordered a $47 dish and was served something that was worth no more than $20 at best. It was a…read moreseafood &pasta dish that promised shrimp scallops and spinach with linguine in a cream sauce. Besides not being hot when served, the three (yes only 3 ) shrimp were good but loaded with garlic. The 4 scallops could have been coined more and the pasta was over cooked. Very disappointed with this dish. The food my wife had was great though. A chicken parm that could feed a small army. Looking forward to eating that for the next few days. Place was not crowded on a Saturday night at the peak of dinner hour. Strange...

I made a reservation online through Yelp! but it needed a modification. The restaurant was super…read moreresponsive and the reservation was perfect. They were amazing. We were a group of nine that included a few children. We went all out. The clear soup was good and flavorful. The salad was fresh and we loved the dressing. It wasn't the typical orange ginger but a light dressing. Delicious! I got the shrimp and scallop combo hibachi and I love that it comes with both rice and noodles. Lots of fresh vegetables. The scallops and shrimp were meaty and perfectly grilled. Others got steak cooked to their liking and some got salmon. Apps were edamame and a dragon roll and spicy tuna. I didn't try the apps but it was a fancy presentation. Everything was just so good. The service was impeccable. The chef was super engaging with everyone, including the littles. Hibachi is always fun and they are pros on fun. They handled our group with humor and the theatrics you've become accustomed to at hibachi dinner were on point. We went there on a Sunday, late afternoon, and it was amazing. I also got a fried ice cream for my birthday with fireworks! Thank you! The restaurant is big and can accommodate large parties. I want to go back soon! I do want to mention that the person that was paying for this birthday dinner didn't realize that gratuity was already added. They came back to give her the extra cash back that she had put in her payment. She was so grateful she still added a little extra!

Sake Bon is an absolute hibachi heaven in the Capital Region! I don't have any other that can quite…read morecompare to the quality of food they serve here. Their hibachi is always delicious, fun, & entertaining. Their chefs have more than a decade of experience and their teppanyaki skills really show it. Whether you're eating solo or with a friend, or a whole group, remember that you can still take a seat in front of the hot and flaming grill. However, you can still get the hibachi meals at a regular table but won't be able to watch the show (I highly recommend watching the show and enjoying the meal at the grill). They have great lunch specials and even kid's meals for those looking to keep the kids entertained. My go-to is their HIBACHI COMBO with STEAK + SCALLOPS. The chef will most definitely cook the protein to your liking. Not all hibachi spots include both fried rice and noodles in the meal, but Sake Bon does! The carbs are so packed with garlicky soy flavor, unlike many other places I've tried (bold, umami, and addicting...no kidding). The meal is complete with a side salad topped with the creamiest ginger dressing and a clear soup loaded with the perfect amount of sliced mushrooms and an onion flavored broth. Pair it with a nice cocktail, wine, or sake... you're all set! Their apps are also very generously portioned, so it's a good idea to share. It's always a great time with friends and family at Sake Bon. Enjoy their hibachi, sushi and sashimi , rice and noodles, plus so much more. Their fish is fresh and tasty if you like sushi and sashimi. Overall a wonderful Japanese restaurant that serves delicious food and drink that will leave you happy and satisfied. So grab a seat at their bar and enjoy some drinks and apps before heading over to one of their hibachi grills or dine at a table for an intimate and exquisite dinner.