Excellent vegan options, amazing service, a classy but casual atmosphere was cozy and inviting, with a nice selection of draft beers, craft cocktails, and some epic sandwiches and burgers Savoy Taproom has something for everyone. Yes, you can make reservations which is what we did to ensure we would have a table on Friday night. It wasn't necessary but with a larger crowd it is a must if you are expecting to get seated otherwise you may just have to rely on luck. We had a variety of eaters in our group but Savoy was able to accommodate all. Appetizers. Soups, salads, burgers, and even hotdogs most menu items can be customized to be made vegan. This often means omitting the cheese. And here is where I think this should have been a five star experience but they lost me on this... burgers can substitute a Beyond patty for an additional $3, infact, the only burger on the menu made entirely vegan is the "Far Beyond Lark" with fries which was price at $24. Literally the most expensive burger on the menu. It's 2026, the cost of Beyond or Impossible meat is almost the same as beef. Why are vegans still being penalized to pay a higher price when dining out? If anything make the vegan burger the same price as the others and add a $1 substitution fee to make any of the others vegan with vegan cheese, Beyond burger patty, and vegan mayonnaise. Just a thought. All the burgers come on a lovely toasted brioche bun but because it contains egg, the vegan substitute is a sad gluten free bun of dispare and remorse. The cauliflower wings were delicious, I got Nashville Hot but something in them almost gave me Indian food vibes like a curry of some kind? The fries are the absolute best, I love a basket of good hand cut French fries. The guys at the table who ordered their burgers enjoyed them, although they needed extra napkins but that's not always a bad thing. Overall, great experience! I would love to go back. I hope to see in the future a menu change to be more inclusive of customers on a plant-based diet considering their health and not how deep their pockets are. read more

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The food was chef's kiss on a cold Friday night -- exactly what we needed. The wings? Amazing. Butter chicken? Slapped. Cauliflower? Surprisingly elite. No notes. The waitress was attentive, friendly, and very much in her "I'm not letting you leave hungry" era, which we appreciated. Now... the back seating situation We were seated in the back, which was promptly "cleaned" at 11:00 PM on the dot. Lights on. Vibes off. It felt less like closing time and more like a gentle-but-firm "you don't have to go home, but you can't stay here." Meanwhile, the bar area up front was packed and vibey, so shutting down the back while we were the only ones there was... a choice. Shoutout to the music though -- solid playlist, good energy. Side note: the hostess up front had some... interesting energy. Not bad, just a little confused. When we moved a table to make space she said, we cant do that. It was -15 outside and no one was there---- Overall: great food, great server, fun bar vibe -- just be prepared for a dramatic lighting change if you're in the back late. Would still go back (and probably sit closer to the bar next time). read more

So so good! Savoy is such a great place whether you're coming for drinks or dinner for a date or for a group! They have 2 separate rooms both with great moody and fun ambiance that are more tailored to dining or just drinks. As a group of 6, we were easily sat for dinner. Our server was super nice and attentive and everything came out timely. The food was awesome! The Mississippi fried chicken sandwich was deliciously done! Our group also enjoyed the fried pickles, crispy chicken wrap, and grilled chicken sandwich. The portions were perfect. They also have great cocktails, the seasonal mule was amazing! Will definitely be back! read more

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I've been here once every time they rotate their drink menu to try their seasonal menu, so at least 10 times now. They've got the best drinks in all of Albany hands down. My best friend and I have wandered NYC, Pitt, Philly for cocktails before we settled our lives in Albany and Savoy takes us back to the good old days. We come here to catch up and just have a good night. Lots of other locals too and bartenders are great. Their food is pretty banging too -- caesar salad with ANCHOVIES, delicious burgers and fries to satisfy my fries craving. Street corn. Bacon jams. Brussel sprouts. Yum yum yum. If you're just visiting Albany and need a place to stop by for a good night, highly recommend! read more

Great burger and solid draft beer selection. Quiet unassuming place with good service. Will definitely be back.

Bartender was awesome. Super nice and hustling all night. Burger was very good. Went for the $15 dollar beer and burger. Tasted like an upper class Big Mac. Lark street wasn't the best area imo but would come back for special again. read more

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I had dinner at the bar. The bartender was cool and attentive. The food was excellent. The craft cocktails, awesome. The place has a dark and groovy vibe. read more

The food here is delicious. Simple and different all at the same time. There isn't anything over the top fancy but it's unique and fun. Going during the week is a nice cozy evening with friends or on a date. The bartenders are knowledgeable and fun. They have a nice amount of beers on tap. read more

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Savoy is such a cute spot on lark street. It's a little pricey, so I think it's a cute spot for a date/hangout with a small group. I tried their butter chicken mac, and street corn fries, and it was delicious! The food came out within a decent time frame. The bartenders are friendly as well! read more

Savoy Taproom - Street Corn Fries (VEG, GF) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

I love coming to Savoy when I am in town. The atmosphere is like a little Mannhatten restaurant. The menu is always interesting and the wait staff is always friendly and the service is great. Top notch specialty drinks. read more

Vibes were unique. Food was just okay. Drinks were hit and miss. Service was off putting in the beginning with getting seated and waited on. The host/server was new to the team and still learning. Overall okay spot to drink late night. read more

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Service was super nice and understanding. We were gonna dine in but had to leave cause my brother had to go back to his hotel cause he was deploying for basic training. Food was good an ambiance seemed hip and trendy. read more

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What a cool place-- speakeasy vibes. Menu is online only, even when you go so just know that. They have a full bar, specialty cocktails, and seasonal cocktails. Lots of gin options The staff was great too... Our waiter was very nice. Other staff will bring your food/drink to you as well, which I like bc it seems like when it's ready, it goes out & isn't waiting for a specific person to come get it. We got cheese curds (yum!) to start. Then street corn Mac and cheese and a crispy chicken sandwich with fries. Both were fantastic. The Mac was very cheesy and a good portion. The chicken sandwich was perfection-- fries are spot on. I would definitely recommend!!! This is a great place for drinks or dinner. They take reservations (OpenTable) so I would do that before you go to be on the safe side (it's not a very big place) read more

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I've been told the Savoy Taproom was dog friendly, but I've never taken my dog there. Now, we also have a puppy. The Savoy Taproom owner, Jason, told my husband that both dogs were welcome. So we took them to the outdoor patio and ordered dinner along with drinks. Both pooches were well behaved much to my relief. Our waitress brought them some water which made them very happy. My husband was happy with his drinks and his Mexican-style street corn pasta dish. I ordered the chicken Marsala special. It was good. Needed a bit more Marsala and butter to bring out the flavor. I know this because I make it at home. Nevertheless, we had a great time. It was a great meal and the weather was perfect for the whole family to spend time outdoors. Thanks to the Savoy Taproom for a nice evening! Unfortunately, I don't have photos of food to share. I do have photos of my happy pups! read more

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99 cent wings??? Is this economy? Savoy is a blessing and probably the best place to go on Lark street. I love the 99 cent wings and they make the best espresso martinis. The drinks are always so creative and the service is great. Everyone has a cool vibe and is friendly. I love the ambience of the restaurant. Whether you're at the bar or in the dining area It has a very romantic and warm atmosphere that is very inviting. If you haven't been before you're missing out. read more

This place is always awesome, with a great atmosphere. Love coming here for burger nights on Tuesdays - the food is fantastic and the deal is unbeatable! read more

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My friends and I met here for dinner and drinks on a Friday night. We sat at the bar, we were immediately greeted, and service was superb from beginning to end. The ambience gives me speakeasy vibes, dim lighting and great music in the background. If you love amazing fresh unique cocktails then this is your place. The food was just as great. We ordered the street corn french fries- this was beyond delicious and very unique . For entrees we order the steak salad, a classic burger and the short rib with risotto. All three dishes were outstanding and were plenty to share and have leftovers. This place is a gem and Sam and Hailey were the stars for us. They were absolutely amazing! We will definitely be back again. I completely forgot to take pics of the food but here are some of the cocktails we had. read more

Savoy Taproom - This was a cocktail that was off the menu that Sam created- absolutely amazing! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

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Savoy Taproom lives in my dreams. From my first Whiskey Sour here a few years ago, to the one I indulged on tonight, the consistency of this perfect drink recipe never ceases to surprise me. Usually it's the food that keeps me coming back, but at Savoy, it's the Whiskey Sour. I have to keep bragging about their ever changing cocktail menu and their signature drinks. Tonight I tried the Gin Goblet and I asked for bartenders favorite. As expected, I completely forgot the Gin they chose, but it was served in a glass with pink peppercorns and orange slices, topped with a spritz. Unique drink combinations always make me intrigued, and this was no exception. I am a gin drinker and the peppercorn combo was a revelation. It was perfectly complementary to the flavors in the gin. I also have to mention that their Manhattan and Old Fashion cocktails are to die for. Savoy is the type of place to try cocktails that are out of your comfort zone. Even if you are iffy about whiskey, their whiskey cocktails will blow you away, and change your mind forever. I give them all the credit for expanding my liquor palate. Savoy is a craft cocktail bar, and they absolutely know what they are doing. Also have to give it up to the amazing owner Jason for keeping Savoy amazing and supporting the community during hard times, all while working to open his new venture The Copper Crow, which I can't wait to check out! As I exhaust myself describing the cocktails, the food is also great, fresh and a perfect balance of modern and pub grub. Tonight we snacked on the Garlic Parm Fries - a favorite of ours. They are irresistibly delicious. We just grabbed a couple drinks and a snack tonight, but I've had about half the menu and it's all great. Savoy is always a good time, great ambiance on the back patio or in the newly remodeled dining room, unbelievable cocktails, and great eats. Do not miss this recommendation. I promise, they will surprise you too. read more

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Yum! I've been wanting to try Savoy and it did not disappoint. The drinks were so good and they had a great selection for cocktails. The food was very flavorful and delicious. I wish they would provide paper menus or at least a QR code, but overall a great spot. read more

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Beautiful atmosphere blends historic architecture with modern touches for a laid back but elegant look. Attentive staff. A friend and I were traveling through and found this place on Yelp. The food we ordered was great; the potato leak soup was delightful! The rosemary oil and croutons were the perfect accents, great size for an appetizer/small starter. We then shared the beet hummus, which had amazing flavor and color. The buttered baguette that came with it was very tasty and the cruditéa nice fresh touch. We each had a glass of wine to round off our light meal, perfect. We will return if in town again. read more

Savoy Taproom - Potato leak soup and beet Hummus, both great! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

Food and drinks are very well made. Environment is also very nice here with very nice staff.

I love this place. The lighting and everything about the environment created feels like a speakeasy.. it has an exclusive feel. Very well done in that regard! The service is excellent, the staff makes you feel as though you have know them for some time and they seem to care for the patrons. The experience feels very personal with the staff, excellent. The food and the drinks are exceptional, the short rib risotto left me speechless. The drinks are great and I honestly can't wait to return. A+ read more

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This place was just okay. The menu wasn't as versatile as I'd hoped but got the job done. Preferred the berry salad which was pretty good. Just wish there were some more healthy options. read more

Savoy Taproom - Bright Berry Salad (GF, VA) - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

I can't believe this place doesn't already have 5 stars! I can't put into words how amazing the food and drinks are. The staff was so personable and gave us amazing recommendations of things to order. I can't wait to go back!! read more

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On a whim tried Savoy for the first time due to it having GF options. Very cute ambiance... great menu selection. However the amazing waitstaff and service was what really gave this a 5 star rating. We were on a time crunch... however the waitress was so accommodating and thoughtful. She was very knowledgeable about gluten free options and was so friendly. We definitely will be back. read more

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This place is a cute find right on Lark Street. I went here with my friend on a Friday night, and we were immediately seated inside. The aesthetics are dark and intimate, and this makes it even better for date night. In addition to the nice environment of the restaurant, the burger I ordered was amazing. The burger had flavor, and the waiter was extremely kind and attentive. The prices were a bit more expensive, but the flavor and size of the burger make it reasonably priced. Overall, I highly recommend this place, but the prices are a little bit higher. read more

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food was awful! wings barely had sauce on them and they were tasteless. The fries are over cooked yet somehow soggy and all the sauces are awful. worst food I have had on an otherwise great food streetp read more

We were in town for a few days and found this place, had a quick beer before headed to dinner elsewhere. We ended up returning the next night for dinner and it was truly excellent. The bar is dark and lovely. The service, friendly and the food, exceptional. Highly recommend. read more

The Savoy Taproom has a great prohibition era speakeasy feel. We were glad they had a patio as we could relax in the warm summer evening. The menu was eclectic. Our party of four got some sandwiches, salads and the humus plate. The chicken sandwich was good. The classic burger was amazing with fantastic fries. Salads were alright. The service was thoughtful - we felt well taken care of by our server - but not overwhelmed. The lemonade was particularly well made as it was not too sweet. We would definitely eat and drink here again. read more

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You cannot miss this iconic restaurant on the historic Lark Street when you visit Albany. It's a huge place welcoming all kinds crowds- the more casual drinkers/diners and those looking for a fancy dinner/date night. We sat inside their cozy chic dining room and great food followed. Their menu has a variety of cocktails and food with an entire menu with different kinds of fries (called famous fries)! Our recommendations: Garlic Parm Fries, Pó Boy Sandwich, which similar to a Bahn Mi but had fired vegan meat inside, served with hand cut fries (really good) and their gorgeous Mezcal Maple salmon (best dish). Highly recommend! read more

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I had not been here in quite some time, and decided to take the my family visiting from out of town, because they have excellent menu accommodations for the gluten free vegetarian, vegan and omnivore. They had something for everyone. I am so glad that they have the outdoor seating under the tent. Ot is such a great addition and I am thankful they have kept it post Covid. It was fun to watch all the beautiful drinks be brought out to the other tables. We were taken by the fries! So delicious, nice thick cut steak fries that have tremendous potato flavor. We got a side of the beet aioli and asked for seconds ... it was Devine! I got the brooklyn pub burger- so flavor packed. My father was super pleased with his Mississippi fried chicken sandwich and my sister got one gluten free ... my mom opted for the piri piri shrimp... the next day everyone was still talking. About how good it was... and this is a tough crowd to be fair. I will be back again now that I have refreshed my memory as to how good this place is! I mush add in addition to the great patio vine outside - The service was fantastic! She was engaging and funny and really helpful with all of our questions. read more

Savoy Taproom - Poutine- made with fantastic potatoes! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

Omg, this poutine though. I never thought that would be the dish to gain my adoration and consistent patronage, but savoy's poutine has done just that. I would bring a friend to help you finish yours, because as much as my eyes think I'll get the job done, it always is harder than I think it'll be... Oh, they also have drinks. I've never had an older fashioned here that wasn't perfectly made, and for a "treat yo' self" kind of night, they have a small but fantastic selection of Japanese whiskeys for your sampling pleasure. Kind of love that the taps are all still on the old "Justin's" bar, which was the establishment prior to savoy. Integrated a piece of history into the savoy bar! Last noteworthy perk- I love the people and vibe here. I don't know how they hire, but the bartenders working any given night are always so interesting with great personalities and all sorts of colorful stories. I've also met fun people from all over Albany and beyond who stop in for a drink, and it's been a blast hearing what brought them to savoy. read more

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Ahhhh, well... if you get a chance, and can get a seat at the bar, YOU MUST GO!! This place is fantastic, was so good I went back the very next night just to make sure was not a fluke. The staff is awesome, Sam the bartender can make you a killer drink! The Korean BBQ wings I wish I lived in Albany would be a spot I frequent for sure!!! I love the vibe, it's a speakeasy... read more

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Was in here for a quick two drinks, but kind of wanted to stay. Too bad I had other plans the rest of the night. Sat at the bar, both bartenders were quite nice. Ended up getting a pour of whiskey and a beer, then had to head out. This place has a cool atmosphere, and the food smelled REALLY good. Next time i'm in the area I will stop back in. read more

I went here last night with my wife for her birthday dinner. My wife had researched and read that this place had great craft cocktails and a great menu that wasn't just pub grub. When we walked in, I must say I was a little apprehensive. Being surprised was an understatement. The waiter was attentive, helpful with drink and menu selections, but not pushy. My wife and I both got different moscow mules for drinks, which were both fantastic. Our meals were both on par with Our drinks ( lentil bolonese was inventive and filling) while the chinichuri steak was flavorful and the potatas braves (spicy potatoes) were flavorfully addicting. The bar definitely had a hipster vibe but not in a pretensous way. From service to food to ombiaunse if you are in the Albany area its a must try!!!!! read more

It's late night dinning again and I end up in the Lark It's a great place and super friendly staff. The food is good. The boneless wings are boneless breasts. So be prepared it's a meal in itself. The pasta - it hit the spot ... could use some tomatoes or mushrooms and it would be fire The beer is cold and the place is easy So make your way through this area alive and drink up you're free. read more

Savoy Taproom - Boneless wings and pesto pasta - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

Yummy burgers Friendly staff Delicious Pesto Tortellini Perfect Moscow mule I will definitely be coming back everything was amazing read more

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Our server, Keith, provided great service and recommendations. We were a party of 4 ordering one classic burger, two chicken sandwiches and the short rib risotto. Everything was delicious. I would dine again if in the Albany area. read more

Went here for brunch on a Sunday with a friend around 11 am and were seated right away. Our order was taken timely and food came out not too long after. The waiter was super friendly. I ordered a vegan BREAKFAST BÁNH MÌ and my friend got the CRÈME BRÛLÉE FRENCH TOAST. I also had a fresh squeezed mimosa and she had poinsettia. Everything was delicious. read more

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A fun place to spend a summer night outside on the patio. The inside is such a vibe too. The cocktails are the best part of Savoy Taproom. We got the Is She Weird (tequila based drink) and the Barcelona Gin Goblet. Both were so good so refreshing and not sweet at all. We ordered the street corn fries which was probably our most favorite item on the menu. Also got the gochujang wings and the steak frites - these were decent but would probably try something else next time. read more

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