Only two stars because food was a disappointment. This review is based on food served…read more Luncheon for 160 at River Stone on 9/29/25 Since my last review, the Manor has changed hands. Good: Venue is beautiful (5 Stars) especially on a bright sunny day just as I mentioned in my prior review. There was ample room for a boardwalk for the fashion show and numerous tables for the raffle baskets. The new attractive white chairs with comfortable seat cushions were nice. Bad: The food served was not as good as in past under a different owner. Not even close. Salad and coffee were good. Served one flat bland roll with a dollop of sweet butter. No bread basket on table. The rolled chicken with a sweet bread and herb stuffing was terrible. It was over baked and dry. It was hard to cut, chew, and swallow. A small amount of gravy did not make a difference. Broccoli and sliced potatoes were okay, nothing special. Half of our table ate hardly any chicken. What a waste. The dessert was Strawberry Shortcake. The shortcake tasted salty. Service: Servers were pleasant, and we felt sorry for them only serving water and coffee after the salad service because it took the kitchen almost an hour to get the main dish "plated." We waited too long after the salad was served.

We toured multiple venues in the Albany area for our wedding and we are so happy that we chose…read moreRiver Stone. Our wedding was a perfect day and the venue, the wait staff, and our coordinator Ashley Dariano made it all possible. They just did renovations this year and the property is outstanding. We loved having our ceremony outdoors and then getting to have a climate controlled area for our dinner and reception. We would recommend anyone to have their wedding here!

On December 6, 2025, our wedding day unfolded inside the Polish Community Center in Albany, and it…read morefelt like stepping into a holiday dream brought to life. From the moment we arrived that afternoon until the last song played, this venue became the heart of our Christmas celebration--warm, glowing, and unforgettable. When we got engaged in October 2023, we searched everywhere for a venue that felt like "us." We visited beautiful places, but nothing gave us that feeling. Then one day, we saw an event at the Polish Community Center online and decided to go see it for ourselves. The moment we walked through the doors that December, surrounded by garlands, lights, and Christmas trees, it was like the universe said, "This is the one." We knew instantly this was where our story needed to be told. We were blessed to work with Barbara, Kelly, and Anna--three of the kindest, most dedicated people we've met. They listened, guided, reassured, and brought our vision to life in ways we couldn't have imagined. They cared about our wedding as if it were their own. During our tasting, we tried their vegetable lasagna with a white sauce for the first time, and it left us speechless. It was warm, comforting, and full of flavor--just like everything else they offered us. Every choice we made with them felt right. Because our wedding fell between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the timing was perfect. The venue became a breathtaking holiday wonderland. The stage was framed by Christmas trees glowing softly behind us. The garland around the mirrors sparkled with warm lights and festive bows. The bar area transformed with tall, beautifully decorated trees. One staff member even hand-designed ribbon and ornament themes for all the trees in the entire building--details we will never forget. The linens and custom-folded green "Christmas tree" napkins completed the look, making every table feel like a page out of a holiday storybook. On the day itself, everything came together like a perfectly wrapped gift. The appetizers during the cocktail hour--bacon-wrapped scallops, spinach artichoke dip, spring rolls, meatballs--were outstanding. Ted and the bar staff created magic with our signature drink, Lucky's Magic Mistletoe, named after our beloved dog. Guests absolutely adored it. Just before our grand entrance, my wife experienced a small wardrobe crisis. A staff member noticed instantly and called Kathy, who arrived like a guardian angel and fixed the dress with skill and grace. She didn't just save the dress--she saved the moment. While that was happening, more staff brought us plates of food to make sure we ate, knowing how easily couples forget to do that. They cared for us in a way that felt genuine and deeply heartfelt. When our guests first walked into the ballroom, the reactions said it all. Gasps, smiles, whispers of "wow." The 12-foot Christmas tree, the decorated bar trees, the glowing garlands, the gold plates reflecting the lights--everything shimmered with holiday warmth. Sitting together on the stage as newlyweds, quietly taking in the view of the room, we were able to breathe, smile, and truly absorb the beauty of the moment. It was a gift we didn't know we needed. Dinner was exceptional--flavorful, filling, beautifully presented. I still tell people that the vegetable lasagna is one of the best dishes I've ever had. Our dessert and candy tables were massive hits. The staff arranged everything perfectly and replenished items all night long. Guests still talk about how friendly the staff was and how incredible the bartenders were. We could never thank the Polish Community Center enough for what they gave us--a wedding that felt like walking into a living Christmas card. A night full of warmth, beauty, and love. A celebration we will cherish forever. To Barbara, Kelly, Anna, Ted, Kathy, and every staff member who helped create our dream: thank you. You gave us more than a wedding. You gave us a memory we will hold close to our hearts for the rest of our lives. We recommend the Polish Community Center without hesitation. If you want a wedding overflowing with heart, care, beauty, and magic--this is the place where it happens.

While this listing is for the Polonaise Ballroom, it is best known in the area as the Polish…read moreCommunity Center or the PCC. I'd been here several times over many years for luncheon meetings and other similar work gatherings. I was aware that there were times when the members of the PCC would make and sell Polish food to the general public, but I never took advantage of the opportunity. With so many restaurants closed or only selling takeout during the COVID-19 restriction period, I decided to take advantage of the PCC's announcement of what I now understand is a monthly event selling a variety of Polish food for takeout. How it works. They announce on their web page the date of the event and ask you to call a day or two ahead to place your order. During the pandemic you can choose between curb-side pickup or indoor pickup. You must wear a mask to be allowed inside. This event is so popular that you are likely to have to wait for your order even though you will have an assigned pickup time. The food for my 4:30 pickup time was not ready until 5:00. A friend with a 5:15 pickup time did not receive her food until 6:15. The menu includes pierogi, golumpki, kielbasa, and sauerkraut. The Polish Platter ($14) has a good portion of everything and comes with some rye bread. Only one filling is available for the pierogi and that is potato and cheese. I will say that even though the organizational effort could benefit from some improvement, if you're a patient person you'll survive the wait and likely believe, like me, that the food was worth the wait.

Came here to say for a wedding and was amazed with every aspect of the experience. Service was…read moreexcellent and the servers very experienced. They remembered every allergy, dinner request, and special item. Best food at a wedding that we can remember. The selection of starters, drinks, and the plated meal got raves from everyone. They also managed to keep the special bride and groom signature drinks flowing. Lastly, the space was once a high end bank and the nostalgia has been preserved nicely. Many of the other older buildings I have visited show their age, but this space is very well maintained. Highly recommend for any event!

Beautiful venue. My sister had her wedding there and they did an awesome job. Food was great and…read morethe staff was on point

The Ax thrower instructor I was excellent. Fun time. Order the pretzel bites. Easy parking. Great…read morelocation.

I mean, I expected booze-infused ice cream would be good, but it wound up being a thousand times…read morebetter than I even thought. I got the chocolate peppermint patty flavor from their current winter menu, and it was simply fantastic: smooth, flavorful ice cream on its own, with enough of an alcohol kick to make it bar-worthy. Server Chris was incredibly nice and helpful, and the space is open and inviting. Didn't throw any hatchets, because my hands were entirely occupied shoving ice cream in my mouth, but maybe next time.

Dinner tonight was good. We enjoyed the evening with friends. We came for the ambiance of the…read more"oak" room. What made the space was the fireplace we were disappointed that it's now just filled with candles not the same as an actual fire or even an electric insert.

We were here for a wedding last weekend and the food was phenomenal! That's not generally something…read moreyou say about wedding food, but we were wowed. Especially the cocktail hour food! The "powder room" is spacious, well-stocked (like anything you could need was there!), and could be used by folks of all genders. I think it's supposed to be for women, but it doesn't have any gendered signage. There's a "gentlemen" bathroom around the corner though. The venue is gorgeous and cozy. There are so many spaces to it! You could definitely have a flow that works for whatever you're looking to do. The columns in the ballroom are a little off-putting, though, in that it can be hard for guests to see the dance floor and kind of puts you in your place as far as your relation to the couple. This was a winter wedding, but we were surprised that the wedding could have been anywhere in terms of awareness that we were on a lake. I would have thought some more lighting or an outdoor area (though I did see from pictures on here that there is a fire pit in area?). Staff were attentive, but definitely a little pushy at the end. I work catering and you don't pick up chairs or clear linens until everyone has (or most people have) left, but they were already starting to break down at 9:30 on the dot and it made us a little uncomfortable as we were trying to finish up conversations. Plenty of parking and it sounded like the bride and groom suites were well-appointed. At only 25 minutes from downtown Albany, your guests have plenty of options for where to stay!

A beautiful event space in a lovely architectural gem and historic location. A former bank and…read morethey've incorporated the vault and safe deposit boxes. It is so cool.

I was impressed with the catering job by One Reputation. The variety and quality of the passed…read moreappetizers was impressive. Braised short rib with gnocchi, shut up so good. Spring rolls with chili sauce, yum, potstickers, delish. The cheese display was thoughtful with little tags to identify the cheeses. I appreciated the bar selection and the generous pours. The sit down portion of the meal was a bit disappointing being they pre set the salad course, warm salad, not my thing. For my entree I had the sliced sirloin with roasted tomatoes and mashed potatoes. The flavor was good but it was served tepid. I can imagine how hard it is to pull off perfect food for 300+ attendees. I took note of the direction of the manager to the service staff, he knew what he was doing. Overall this caterer left me with a positive impression.

Exceptional event venue chock full of historical significance. Built in 1713, this historic manor's…read morefront yard once served as a bivouac field for General Washington's Continental Army during the summer of 1780. Earlier, it had seen much activity during the 1751 French and Indian Wars and later, during World War II, it housed temporary billeting for war factory workers. Attended a family wedding here and the ambience was impressive. The food was on the order and magnitude of Michelin guide books. Views and vistas of the river and the manicured grounds were memorable, made doubly so during the splendid explosion of autumn foliage colors! Solid 5 stars. Even the water infiltration into our bathroom caused by a roof leak due to the two days of nonstop rain couldn't detract from the overall experience. We simply asked the front desk for extra towels and partied on (whilst the plumbers were called). Thank you staff of Glen Sanders for a wonderful experience and thank you readers for reading my review.

I attended a wedding at the Glen Sanders Mansion a bit ago, the venue is gorgeous and the outdoor…read morefirepit a very cool place to hang out when the wedding got too weddingly lol. My personal feeling is that they need to step up the food game. During the appetizer hour the shrimp and the meatballs were good, the little (cheese steak?) sandwiches were pretty greasy. At dinner, the salads seemed plated and dressed well beforehand (mostly cores with soggy croutons). The beef dish was good (I had a bite of someone's) the chicken (parm) was not good at all.

The first moment my husband and I toured Takk house we knew it was the venue. The building is…read moregorgeous, timeless, and the exact vision we had for our wedding. We chose to go with the all inclusive wedding package, which took care of so many details that would otherwise be stressful. Our wedding planner/coordinator Andrea is simply amazing. She was so easy to work with and took so much stress off of us, which actually let us enjoy the planning. She was there for us every step of the way and we're forever grateful for her hard work and dedication throughout the process. Sarah the in house florist is unbelievably talented, I honestly could've just given her our colors and let her take the reigns. Sarah's way of bringing a vision to life is breathtaking. Julie the in house designer was also a dream to work with! She executed our vision above and beyond and even suggested ideas we went with that were stunning! After all of the planning our wedding day came, and what a fairy tale it was. My husband and I, our families and friends are just speechless at how magical it was. The day from the very beginning to end was perfect. The timeline Andrea put together for us went smoothly. Her and her assistant Hayley were on top of everything, and also had anything you could think of on them. Shout out to the aprons with scissors, tissues, and anything else you would never think of needing during the getting ready process! We also did a first look on the roof top. I will remember that moment forever, it was so magical and breath taking up there. The private moment we got to share together really made us feel on top of the world. Now to the good part, the food! The in house catering meadowlark was perfection! There were so many options for those who had special dietary restrictions but also so many options for those who don't. Everything, and I mean everything was delicious. The way the Takk house team comes together for your big day is beautiful. You can tell that every single one of them loves what they do and will go above and beyond to make your day special. We can never thank them enough for such a perfect day!!

I got lucky enough to be invited to the All Over Albany birthday bash at the Takk House. I was…read morepretty excited to be going, both for the party and because my niece is getting married there this summer and I wanted to check out the venue. The building is pretty nondescript from the outside with a poorly done modern façade but the interior retains the charm of a 19th century brownstone. When you enter the building you can either go up the stairs or down to the coolest looking non working bowling alley. Upstairs is a large rectangular bar and a grand staircase to the second level. Straight ahead is the ballroom, with men's and ladies rooms in the hallway. Heidi, one of the owners, was kind enough to let us take a peak upstairs - there's a couple of rooms, one set up like a bedroom, the other with a dining table and chairs. I think further along is a balcony that overlooks the ballroom. The 3rd floor contains the owner's apartment and a gym that's under renovation. The place is not bright and shiny and brand new, instead it retains its 19th century charm along with some funky cool thrown in. I think if I was looking for a non-traditional (not cookie cutter) venue Takk House would be my pick.