I had the pleasure of dining at Seasmoke Waterfront Grill for my husband's birthday, and it was a…read morewonderful experience. The stunning views of the Hudson River and the beautiful indoor décor make the restaurant worth visiting on their own. We were seated on the outdoor patio, which provided the perfect setting for a special occasion. To start, we shared the tuna tartare, served over crispy rice with thinly sliced jalapeños and ponzu sauce. Every bite was flavorful and perfectly balanced. We also enjoyed the Greek chopped salad, prime rib, hot lobster roll, and finished the meal with the Candy Bar dessert. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and made with high-quality ingredients. From the atmosphere to the food, everything exceeded our expectations. I would absolutely return to enjoy more of their appetizers and entrées, and I'd highly recommend Seasmoke Waterfront Grill for anyone looking for a memorable meal with spectacular waterfront views.

Beautiful atmosphere, friendly and efficient staff, and delicious food and drink…read more Portion sizes could be bigger, but honestly this a place to look good and fancy for a date you're trying to impress. It's not a great bang for your buck place that will fill the gut. The Spanish octopus, for example, was delicious, but the serving size is small, and it's in the share category on the menu! It's got a great view outside and was certainly packed during Valentine's day weekend. I'd recommend going if you want the experience.

I've been a customer for over 20 years. Rick, the owner, is exceptionally conscientious about the…read morefreshness of the fish and shellfish. As a native of the Mediterranean, I've always had a deep need for shellfish. For years I gave up trying to buy mussels or clams--even from some of the best stores in New York--because the quality just wasn't there. That changed when I started buying at Pura Vida. The freshness and quality here are unmatched, and I can finally enjoy seafood the way it's meant to be.

Everything what we buy is fresh and delicious! The fish is good, the prepared is good as well!read more

I came here looking for some good seafood. And I ended up with some well OK seafood. I should know…read morethat being I'm in Albany, New York lol The restaurant was empty when I got there. Apparently everyone was ordering to go. The service was very good. The one girl counter that dealt with was very friendly. I got the number two combo with a pound of shrimp and a pound of crab legs it was cooked well. The sauce was very good. Seafood was not super fresh and the crab legs are pretty small. Overall, not terrible, but nothing spectacular.

We went the first time because I was missing the Gulf Coast shrimp I enjoyed as a younger lady. The…read morelocation is a bit difficult to get in and out of, maybe it's just my anxiety. I love this place. Staff are friendly, the seasonings are spot on, fresh seafood, delicious fried food. I'm from the deep, dirty south and it is so hard up here to find good seafood. This is great seafood. I am in love with the fruit teas. The shrimp are always juicy and plump. They will mix the garlic butter with the Cajun and it hits the spot every time. I took a point off because the napkins are too small and not enough. You almost need a good washcloth. We never use the bibs you just dive in and enjoy.

Another great meal since last time in March. This time chicken and veal with my son. Appetizer of…read morefried Calimari was lighted breaded and oiled. Portions so large, everyone has a second meal the next day!

Always great food no matter what you order. We came with 2…read morefriends that had never been and it was a great evening. All went home with lunch. The next day our son said I saw you on a Facebook Ad.....little weird as not one actually asked us for permission. But one just never knows

They were extremely friendly, from the get go. They only take cash or check though, so be aware of…read morethat. We are new transplants from out of state and they took our check with our phone number since we were just shy in cash. The food was excellent, it came out quick, as ordered, hot and fresh. We got the macaroni salad, scallop roll, calamari dinner. Even the cocktail and tartar sauce tasted homemade. Nothing came across as pre packed and delivered but instead made with love and care on site. It's definitely a mom and pop kind of dining room, and we were fine with that. We definitely will be back in the next time we want seafood. Where we moved from had plenty of seafood options as it was coastal, and we had not yet found a NY seafood place, but now we have.

Have been here twice- can't seem to take a picture because we're so excited to get the fish& chips…read more Huge portions w/ fries & slaw or Mac salad. Perfectly cooked, no 'old fryer oil' taste ever. We re retired chefs so usually cook at home- but this is The Bomb! Very reasonable prices on the whole menu. Not fancy inside but clean & neat- order at window & they'll bring it out . Small condiment bar w/tartar, cocktail, chili sauce& ketchup. This will be a regular stop for us.

Was one of the best places! We came the same time last year and this was a stop. incredibly fresh…read moreoysters. Eight different varieties.Tedie got fresh whole billy clams I got a white fish sandwich whatever white fish they cut fresh that day didn't check which one it was. No need it was delicious. Crabcakes phenomenal and a restaurant where you can go in and buy fresh fish right from the counter definitely makes it one of a kind. let's just say it was so good when they said it in front of us I didn't take any pictures because I was more interested in eating. service is amazing but then again the owner was the one that was serving us, And just the inside of it is a quaint looking restaurant a very very clean restroom. And lots of goodies to purchase if you like!!

It's been two years since I said we were looking forward to returning to try their bowls or fish…read moreand chips. Well, at least we kept our word today when we ordered their two different bowls for takeout. My wife ordered the Fishbowl ($30) with the grilled fish of the day (salmon), cherry tomatoes, quinoa, feta, peaches, arugula, and basil lime vinaigrette (she said no to onions). She could not get over how tasty the quinoa tasted and wondered how they prepared it. She also thought the peaches could have been a little sweeter since we are in prime peach season. While the salmon was just slightly overcooked we'll attribute that to it continuing to cook as we drove the meals home. Even with those minor negatives, she said she would definitely order the dish again. I chose the Poke Bowl ($35) for my meal (my first ever poke bowl) with marinated raw tuna and salmon, edamame, cucumber, watermelon radish, snap peas, nori, avocado, sesame seeds, scallions, and pea tendrils, all over sushi rice with ginger gochugaru oil and soy sauce on the side. This was absolutely delicious. It was a wonderful blend of fresh flavors and textures. If I have another poke bowl somewhere else I only hope it can come close to measuring up to the enjoyment I experienced with this one.

What a nice out of the way place! Nice warm bar and dark…read morewood decoration with big windows and tons of outdoor seating(and another bar. Staff were all friendly& helpful, Service was quick& efficient. I can say the food ranks in the top 3 for Italian meals I have had. I will totally make that trip again!

Celebrated our 49th anniversary here with dinner on August 6 th. Felt service a bit off....our…read moreentrees arrived before my love was able to enjoy her salad. Felt ignored by our server at times. 2 glasses of wine ordered for entrees arrived half way through the dinner. Food was excellent........the bartender was extremely busy, and the 2 servers appeared stressed. This was a Thursday evening reservation. We have enjoyed this establishment frequently, and will be back to assure this was a rare experience.

First night in Albany brought us to Albany Ale and Oyster…read more Great food and beer here! Whenever there is a Main Brewing Company beer on tap anywhere I am sure to get it. They are an elite beer company. The tuna tartar was delicious and fresh, I really enjoyed it. The oysters on the east coast are always amazing. My wife loved the clam chowder, I tasted it and it was very flavorful. The people with us got an amazing charcuterie board! It was very well put together. There is lots of conversation going on around us but not so loud you can't hear your own.

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.

I was here on a layover and got half a pound of peeled shrimp along with half of a pound of the…read morelittle neck clams. It was fresh and delicious with all the flavor sauces, little bit of everything! I took a little bit to come out maybe 15 minutes or so, but it was worth it. Hot fresh and delicious. Also really friendly staff.

Stopped in here while I was in town for work and had a pretty mixed experience. The atmosphere was…read morenice and it seemed like a good spot to grab seafood, but the service was noticeably slow throughout our visit. It took a while to get drinks and place our order, and we found ourselves waiting more than expected between courses. That said, the food itself had some highlights. The crab was absolutely amazing--fresh, flavorful, and definitely the standout of the meal. We also really enjoyed the shrimp cocktail, which was well-prepared and hit the mark. Unfortunately, the mussels didn't live up to the same standard; they lacked flavor and just weren't our favorite. Overall, it's an okay spot with some strong dishes, but the slow service and inconsistency in the food would make me hesitate before returning.

Union Seafood on Central Avenue in Albany is described as "Chinese meets Louisiana," according to…read morethe restaurant's website. I've been there before and the crazy, giant fiberglass crab on display in the entrance is always a hoot. So is the fiberglass shark head on the wall in the dining area. I like a place with a sense of fun and humor. I also like this place for its seafood boils. The good news is that this restaurant--which was very good to begin with-- has gotten even better. Last time I showed up, the server brought the seafood boil still in its boiling bag and cut it open in front of me. It was up to me to reach into the hot bag and pull out its contents. There was steam everywhere. A hot mess, indeed! This time, the kitchen took care of the boiling bag for me. Instead, they beautifully arranged the boiled seafood on a large platter. Wow. It looked amazing and tasted even better! This time, I'd asked for a Number 4 with mix of seasonings, including garlic and butter. There were: one big lobster tail, plenty of shrimp, clams, crawfish, potatoes, corn on the cob, hard boiled eggs and extra veggies. It was described as enough to feed three people. Coincidentally, we were a party of three. We also ordered a Cajun Fried Rice for good measure. We really didn't need it. We were so full. The fruit drinks were great, too. Union Seafood is a franchise with locations in Troy and Schenectady. They're owned by Larry Weng who also opened Ji Bei Chuan Rice Noodles & Ramen on Western Avenue in Guilderland, according to local news reports. In celebration of May being AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) Month, it's probably fair to say that Asian-American owned restaurants such as Union Seafood have added much variety to the overall dining experience in Capital Region. Vive la différence.

Union Seafood is one of those spots that keeps things simple and lets the seafood speak for itself…read more Everything had that fresh, straight-from-the-kitchen feel, and the portions were satisfying without feeling overdone. I also liked that the flavors weren't trying too hard just good seafood, seasoned well and served hot.