We are not local to Wynantskill, so Fifth Tier is the destination for us and have always been glad…read morewe've come. Unfortunately, our most recent trip for brunch was disappointing, our quiches were cold in the center, the GF Chocolate Cookie, which I'd had before and enjoyed, tasted like cardboard, and the ginger cookie had a awful aftertaste. Their baked goods had been great and the quiches were always served hot. Gentleman server was more pleasant than the lady, ambiance is eclectic and appealing. On a separate note, it would be nice to see the addition of an American Flag in the window

Everything is wonderful the food, the soup the service! I would recommend everyone to go and it's…read morepet friendly!

Easily the best coffee place in the area! Cool aesthetic and fantastic coffee. We got the fruition…read moreiced mocha, it was delicious and had a wonderful, well balanced coffee flavor. Baristas are friendly and did a very good job making our drinks.

First time visit, the decor is moody with a deep hunter green hue covering 98% of the space…read moreincluding the ceiling and golden hardware highlights. The sitting space if I'm being honest is kind of tight with chairs backed up against the display divider for the line/counter ordering area. The benches up against the wall opposite counter are beautiful and force good posture. There were also some window spots I'd definitely aim for next time. The counter person was delightful no complaints. Explained the drinks and didn't rush us. We came later morning on Saturday, most of the bakery items were sold out. But what we got was amazing, a nice mixture of scones, perfection. I appreciated the mixture of small morsels, it included flavors that I would not have tried otherwise. I got a cream brûlée latte as suggested classic with a hint of sweetness, standard with double shot of espresso. My wife got a mocha variety definitely much richer. The art on top was also a nice highlight. As other reviews mentioned prices were not listed but this is definitely a specialty place so expect a higher price than a pump your own coffee express station. But also I rather give my money to a local place than a huge mass marketed place thats serving half the quality.

I'm so happy to get the first review of this cute little shop! This is a very exciting addition to…read morethe Troy/Rensselaer area. This place serves thermogenic teas and protein shakes. There are a ton of flavors, which made it so hard to choose one. I decided to go with a tea, and the owner was super patient with me and gave me a few recommendations. I went with the pomberry tea, and it was delicious. It definitely had plenty of caffeine in it! They have 3 caffeine options, with energizing having the least, boosted having a medium amount, and lit being the most caffeinated. This is definitely going to become a regular spot for me; the variety of options and the pleasant staff makes me want to go back for more! You should definitely definitely definitely give this place a try!

Fast -friendly- great tasting drinks. Person actually asked what I liked and made a great…read moresuggestion. Prices are good.

I thought that the Alias coffee was fairly new. It's tricky but I'll explain it, the business has…read morebeen in existence since 2020 but the kication is new. Alias Coffee partnered with 518 Craft and Primobotanica to open up in a shared space in downtown Troy, NY initially during covid. With good coffee and service, I'm sure they will have a successful future. I'm not a coffee drinker, but I do taste it so as part of the yelp experience, community CO was thoughtful enough to partner with a small and upcoming local coffee shop on National coffee day and get us in for a cup of coffee. I asked the Barsita to make me the best drink from the available choices and was given a Cappuccino, which I took a sip and handed it to my dad. My dad did say the coffee was good and from my tasting experience, the coffee was smooth and had a bitter after taste (like a few people I know like it that way) and the taske kept lingering fir an hour. Go get your coffee, this is in a neighborhood that requires revitalization, there have been some good initiatives and us as a community can help support them.

Having moved from their downtown location to a redeveloping neighborhood, Alias holds a lot of…read morepromise. I enjoyed an attractive cortado and am looking forward to tasting a locally made cranberry orange walnut breakfast cookie that I brought home to share with my wife. Did I mention that the cookie is gluten free? Future plans for the coffee shop include rehabbing the backroom to provide a great place to relax while enjoying your coffee concoction. Service is friendly and street parking is easy; there is even a bus stop across the street.

The evening crew is absolutely lovely -- from warm welcome to coffee, they were kind,…read moreknowledgeable, and keen. It looks like various food items were already sold out (I have a 8p train), but the selection was still decent and the café very clean. My mocha was piping hot! I'm not sure what brand of coffee they use, but the espresso was nice and bold. The mocha itself was fine, a underwhelming complement to the espresso. (Please note: there is a "Chocolate Espresso" on the menu which differs from a "Mocha" as there is no milk in the former.)

This is a small little cafe that gets overwhelmed with customers quickly when there is a connecting…read moretrain that will be there for a while. There are a few tables that fill up quickly as the bustling crowd lines up all around the store. While convenient in theory, I would encourage others to just wait until the cafe car on your train is open and grab something from there. Unfortunately this food is among the worst I've eaten while traveling. Sure, the food was not outrageously priced like at other stations or airports, but it wasn't good for what it was. I paid about $8 for a BLT that consisted of two plain, barely toasted pieces of bread with two pieces of bacon, 2 slices of tomato and a bunch of lettuce. That's it. I had to go back for a packet of mayo and it just made me sad. I also paid about $4.50 for a "fresh cup of fruit" which was just melon sitting in a cup that clearly was not freshly cut that day. I would say to avoid the "fresh" foods here and only purchase prepackaged snacks and drinks.

On a quiet Saturday morning, with not many places open, we were happy to find this coffee shop and…read moreenjoy a couple of cappuccinos. The seating area is very spacious with plenty of room to sit, read a magazine, and enjoy the coffee. I also ordered banana bread with chocolate and a chocolate croissant, which were both delicious. It was quite calm inside, and it seems like a perfect spot to work or read a book during weekdays. I would definitely recommend it.

This was extremely delicious & the cafe was cozy & cute on a rainy day. I liked the window seatings…read morewith comfy chairs.

Not sure we wandered into right spot. Small sign on side of building directed us through a screened…read moreentry. Paula and her husband pointed us to look at chalkboard. Egg sandwiches were exactly why we came. Both were perfect..One with chorizo and one with a bagel. Nothing fancy.. fresh and tasty. She brewed us a fresh pot of coffee. I do not think it can be more local than this. Booths located in pharmacy in front!

Such a cute spot! We we're visiting family in New York and came here to get a quick breakfast. I…read morecan definitely tell this place has been open for a very long time, and the couple that ran it was so cute. It was very polite and the food was amazing. Not too many options, but what they offer you can tell they put a lot of thought into it. Looks can be deceiving, when you first walk in you have to walk to the back where they have a kitchen and you can place your order. The sandwiches were delicious and so were the home fries.

I've been to The Placid Baker a couple of times over the years (a Troy farmers market fav, iykyk)…read more Today, I could smell the fresh baking bread from way down the block and thought to myself I need to go in there again how do I pass that up? This place is really cool. You're able to see all the baking happening behind the counter. The staff is so friendly. Fresh made pizzas are made multiple times daily, and the pastry assortment is great. A true staple establishment of Downtown Troy!

Oh my this gem of a place is delightful! Filled with individuals who have laminated like bakers of…read moreyesterday! The pizza for the superbowl was worth the cost indeed. There are so many delicious offerings...service is outstanding! Intimate setting, the goodness is tremendous!! Check out the pictures...

This restaurant has been open just past a year so it's fairly new and has gotten a lot of good…read morereviews already. Very cute inside with multiple comfortable seating areas. The barista was very friendly and warm. Coffee was delicious! Highly recommend and would definitely revisit when I'm in the area again.

Mojo is, in it's simplest form, just a cool Cafe. The art on the walls bring the space together…read moreinto a comfortable, unique environment to enjoy a cup of coffee. Having only been in once I have a limited view of the menu, but what I did have was great. The coffee was freshly brewed, a delicious, recently roasted, Costa Rican Tarrazu. It was complimented by a wamred brownie. The owner, Niek, was a joy to talk to. He is clearly someone passionate not only about what he does at the cafe, but about the local community. Mojo is a great cafe offering something unique and special to the area that is absolutely worth stopping in to.

Albany's Washington Park is a gem in itself but it's also fortunate to have a number of great cafes…read moreand restaurants nearby. Among the more recent arrivals is Java Cafe on Madison Ave. It offers a nice variety of coffees, teas, other beverages and baked goods, all in a relaxing setting. What's more, they tell me that small dogs are welcome. I stopped in recently after taking a stroll in the park with my West Highland Terrier. I was surprised when they told me that my little dog could come in, too. I ordered the most wonderful hot chai latte with coconut milk and a dash of cinnamon. Since I was staying, it was served up in a stoneware cup with saucer. I also ordered a potato borek, which they explained was a small Turkish-style mashed potato pie. It was good. My friend ordered a delicious large house coffee with cream. The cafe is small but inviting with exposed brick walls. There's nice furniture and interesting wall art, including a banjo hung from one wall. But my favorite is the amoeba-shaped full length mirror with the words,"You look amazing," painted above it. How's that for giving customers encouragement? My little dog stood under our table and smiled. She was well behaved. There were several other customers but most of them looked lost- in -concentration over their laptops. It was a delicious and very calming experience for us after a nice walk in the park. Thanks, Java Cafe.

Nice spot for a coffee near Washington Park! I stopped in…read moreon a weeknight as I'm one of the few people who drink caffeine in the evening and was looking for a coffee shop that was open later. They close at 7pm on weeknights, which is great. I love how beautiful the cafe is. There are tons of tables and good wifi too. I ordered an iced mocha, which was great, and the barista was helpful and friendly. I do wish they had a specialty coffee latte and some more dessert options. There were several savory pastries available when I went and I was having a major sweet tooth moment but thankfully the iced mocha hit the spot!