We just moved, and since we were still too lazy to cook much - Sunday brunch it was! A quick search of Yelp yielded The Point Cafe, and the fact it is only a few blocks away sealed the deal. I was "boring" and had eggs, bacon, homefries, and toast (I can't help it when I crave the basics). The homefries were good and not too greasy. My eggs (over-easy) were cooked perfectly for me...nice slightly runny yolks to dip toast in with no goopy uncooked whites. Bacon was crispy without being burnt. I apparently needed energy and had 3 cups of coffee, and the waitress came back pretty often after my 2nd cup to see if I needed a top-up. Maybe my dark circles were more obvious than I thought? In any case, the coffee tasted fresh and had none of that "been sitting on the burner mostly empty for half a day" burnt flavor. My husband had the chilaquiles (with over-easy eggs instead of the scrambled)...and boy that plate looked hearty. He actually managed to polish off most of the plate. I didn't taste it, but he said it was good. The great prices (breakfast for 3 people came to $26 before tip), friendly service, and overall homey and casual feel make this a place I plan on going back to for breakfast/brunch often. read more

Daph S nailed it in her review. When you get there you have no idea what you are getting into. Place looks Mexican, but sign on the door says 'seafood, gyros ...' along with 2 other things I forget ... but they don't belong together. It is a place that Robert Irvine would cringe over, as there is no theme (except good food). We search our 'diner' breakfasts ... solid eggs/bacon/sausage/potatoes places. This ranked well for that, and rightly so. The service was great - very fast and friendly - and the food was plentiful and very tasty. If you want a good 'diner' breakfast - highly recommend. read more

Without having tried the chilaquiles, I'd probably give this place 3-stars but based on that dish alone, it gets an extra star. If you're looking for inexpensive, super casual breakfast in Schenectady, go to The Point Cafe and get the chilaquiles. It's corn tortillas cut up and cooked with some kind of salsa or mole sauce so the tortilla is soft, then served with scrambled eggs and refried beans. Kind of like a deconstructed breakfast burrito but so much more delicious. I've also had an omelette and since then have opted to just stick to the Mexican-inspired dishes as the omlette was pretty bland tasting. I've been here once when it was very busy but the service was still quick. I've also been here once when it was pretty empty and the service was very slow. While their speed is inconsistent, their friendliness is consistent and makes me enjoy supporting a local business. read more

So I got up late today and felt like I needed some breakfast. Eggs, bacon, toast, coffee... Nothing that a simple Dunkin's run could satisfy. I remember eating at The Point a couple years ago with some coworkers and it was fairly nice, though it was too early in the morning for my sleep-soaked brain to do more than force cup after cup of coffee down my throat. The coffee is still good, 2 years later, but I wasn't really pleased with much else. The service was quite slow; only 1 refill on my cup, no refresh on the creamer, and nobody willing to make eye contact. It took just over 30 minutes for a plate of eggs and a breakfast sandwich to make it out of the kitchen even though there was only one other table seated when we got in. It wasn't busy by any stretch of the imagination. I'm also a bit annoyed that, while we got in before 11, our waitress never sidled over until after 11, so I couldn't get the breakfast special at that point. Laaaaame. All told, we paid more than $20 for a bland, average breakfast. Next time I go to breakfast, it won't be at The Point. read more

We enjoyed great service from out hostess on a late Saturday afternoon as well as a great dinner. I had a seasonal salad special (nothing really "Mexican" about it, so more from the "American" side of the menu)-- very tasty! My partner enjoyed the Fiesta Mexicana platter -- also really great! Great alternative to a diner or a larger Mexican-style restaurant, especially in terms of service and food quality. OH! And we also ordered coffee with dinner (kinda odd, I guess). Our waitress made sure to brew up a fresh pit for us. Appreciated! read more

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Never a bad meal....from Mexican to American you can not go wrong. Breakfast is great and the SOUPS, YUMMM. Love the family run business with good service. If you can get by the decor and being cramped it is worth the trip.... read more

The breakfast here is amazing. To me, the true test of a breakfast joint is the potatoes. Point has both hash browns and home fries, and they are both phenomenal. That sealed it in my book. Everything I've tried there so far is great. It's our new favorite place for breakfast. I haven't tried lunch or dinner there yet, but heard their Mexican food is authentic. Looking forward to having that sometime. read more

We eat here regularly and have never been disappointed. The food is very tasty and reasonably priced and the staff are so friendly. read more

The Point Cafe - Western omlette with hash browns and toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schenectady, New York

Stopped at the point this afternoon for breakfast. Ordered my usual, hard scramble eggs with hash browns and wheat toast. Plenty of food for the price. Filled me up and the staff was kind even though they were busy. The only downside was internet access, which maybe due to the weather. read more

The Point Cafe - Delicious breakfast. $9.70 with tax - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Schenectady, New York

Leaving Cooperstown and going to Cape Cod we found this place while passing thru in the morning, food and service was great..

Excellent breakfast and service! Priced a little high, the food was fresh and I returned 3 more times for breakfast and a dinner. Well worth the extra ka-ching for the quality! I will be back! read more

The Point is an adorable and affordable diner in Rotterdam to visit for a relaxing meal in a quiet neighborhood. Over the past three years of visiting the establishment with family and friends, the service and quality of food served has never wavered. The staff has always been exceedingly friendly and accommodating when serving us. The menu is typical diner fare such as breakfasts, Greek, and Italian items, but with the addition of Mexican dishes as their speciality. We generally visit for breakfast, and it never disappoints. The food is fresh and is served very quickly compared to many other diners in the region. Also, the decor is sweet - hand-painted murals in the bathroom, natural wood walls and colorful artwork all around, and the added benefit of plentiful sunshine coming through the windows of the dining areas. read more

I'm so glad my friend told me about this place!! Cute little cafe with dynamite food. I went in for brunch and had my heart set on chilequiles, two eggs of your choice (I got over easy), choice of beans or potatoes (definitely choose the beans!!), and corn chips in a salsa. Wish I took a picture. It was AMAZING!! Not spicy, it was hot and eggs were done perfectly. Waitress was very friendly and quick with the refills on the coffee, which the coffee was very good! Plenty of seating and parking. The menu had a lot of items to choose from for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have pick up and delivery through a delivery service. Their breakfast burritos were huge and stuffed full of food. Totally checking this place out again and well worth it! Cheap and yummy. Super comparable to Mexican-American food out in Cali. Don't skip out on this place!!! read more

Been a regular weekly spot for years. Regular dinner food and nice selection of Mexican food. Also has takeout and delivery.

This is our family's go to spot for lunch. The Chicken Enchilada Soup is amazing! I often get the Chef Salad. My husband loves their taco salad. Over the years we've eaten many items from their menu and have always been pleased with our choices. http://walkaboutwithwheels.blogspot.com/2012/11/the-point-cafe-schenectady-ny.html read more

Had the pleasure of stopping in for breakfast on my way out of Schenectady. I was blown away at how delicious the food was! Good portion sizes as well. Place was small with an interesting decor but really had an intimate feel to it. Fast service and friendly staff. Highly recommend! read more

Delicious breakfast!! Fiesta burrito with homemade salsa, fresh hot coffee and welcoming service! What's not to love?

Great food & great service! We always enjoy breakfast here. We need to come back for lunch or dinner because there haven't been any bad meals yet! read more

Very good breakfast ! Local business with a hometown feel. We've eaten breakfast here a dozen times. I need to try lunch or dinner. Good looking Mexican menu. read more

Went with 3 people for breakfast on a Saturday morning around 8:30. There was no wait and it wasn't too busy. Food was good. Service was excellent and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The environment was cute and quaint. I would go back :) read more

Only in Schenectady for the day but wish I lived closer. The Point Cafe was fantastic. We all ordered off the Mexican menu and everything we ordered was great. My favorite was the chicken quesadillas. The service was very friendly. I highly recommend the Point Cafe. read more

A great local diner/cafe ambiance..service was awesome..felt like we were regulars. I didn't have to ask for a coffee refill (& I had it three times). My friend ordered beef nachos (that she loved) while I got veggie enchiladas in mole sauce (off the menu). Both came with soup of the day (chicken tortilla!) I will go back for the food and for the warmth that made me feel like I am at home. read more

Wow... The point cafe now accepts credit cards.. I am in love with this place.. Everything was absolutley amazing.. I ate the chimichanga meal.. Everything made from scratch!! Deep fried to a perfect crisp served with rice & beans & cant forget the horchata... Thank u Point cafe for wonderful service read more

I've been there once for dinner and got the carnitas tacos. It was just okay, the pork was dry and they don't give you a lot. The service is what will make me come back. Thinking I'll try the breakfast next. read more

super friendly staff, great service, food was fresh, coffee was great, my boyfriend liked his omelet and the hashbrowns but said they could use a little more seasoning. I had the Fiesta Breakfast burrito filled with scrambled eggs, chicken, cheese, and onions and topped with salsa and guac. perfect. served with a side of delicious refried beans instead of potatoes. and the bill for the 2 of us came to $20! cheap, fresh, awesome. can't get much better! read more

Really tasty food and a jovial waitstaff to boot!

We've been for breakfast a few times and haven't been disappointed. They have some pretty good choices. Check them out.

Ate here this morning at 9:00.I ordered the Tex-Mex Omelette with hash browns and rye toast. It was over the top delicious! Sat at the counter and the waitress was very friendly. Coffee was delicious. My omelette was huge (couldn't finish it) which included eggs, lots of cheddar cheese, onions, jalapeños, green peppers, and onions. When my breakfast was served everything including the buttered rye toast was piping hot. Don't go if you are in a rush as everything is made to order. Hash browns were made from real potatoes. read more

Who would've thought this little hole in the wall would have the best biscuits and gravy and French toast I've had in a long time?! It's a small place but don't let that dissuade you. Have some breakfast and enjoy! read more

The service was friendly and the food was fantastic. The servers went above and beyond for us. I love this place!

Food was excellently prepared and presented. Our server Jenny was terrific! Friendly and cheerful. Great job!

Went for Mexican but it was just ok. Got the Fish Tacos plate with rice and beans. Taste was alright but very uniform across the entire dish. The rice was nothing to write home about. The Guac was probably the best thing i had on the plate. Fried pieces of fish didn't taste seasoned and it was pretty salty. Won't go back any time soon. read more

Great service! The waitress was very friendly. The food was good and the price was pretty reasonable. The Fajita Burritos were delicious. The Enchiladas were not very good, though. If you want an appetizer, I would highly recommend the guac. read more

AMAZING breakfast! Breakfast burrito is excellent and the homefries are PERFECT! Breakfast is served ALL day! What more could you ask for? I can't wait to go back to try their dinner menu. read more

Went there twice in a weekend while visiting from Maine. Want a GREAT breakfast? This is the place to go!! Delicious food, friendly and prompt service - we had Karen and Jenny for servers, and they're both absolute sweethearts!! Anytime I'm anywhere near Albany at breakfast-time, this is where I'm going!! read more

Met friends here for a very enjoyable meal! We had breakfast including home made corned beef hash which was delicious! Hash browns and home fries were both perfectly prepared, crispy and offered with or without onions and peppers (with please!). Coffee was good, refills were poured with a smile from a lovely and very welcoming waitress. Bathroom was clean, tables were clean, decor was welcoming. Even the other diners were friendly. To summarize: Great food in a nice atmosphere! read more

We recently ordered take out for the Mexican food and we were not disappointed. We tried the Chimichangas, Beef Burritos, and Chicken Margarita. We will definitely order here again. read more

This is a good little place that serves everything, including Mexican food. It's a little diner with little chairs that aren't that comfortable, but the food is cheap and plentiful and good. Just a regular local place that you can depend on. read more

A solid diner with solid food and very reasonable prices. That the Point offers some Mexican fare is a plus. We've been twice now, and we'll definitely return. I had a breakfast burrito that took me through the afternoon. TASTY. Great service and nice people. Can't wait to try the juevos rancheros. Support local businesses, but go to feed yourself a great meal. read more

Great old-school diner that hasn't let quality erode. Was passing through from Mass to Buffalo- it is very worth getting off the highway to try. All the standards plus a bunch of very authentic Mexican dishes aa well. Sat at the counter, waitress asked me if iI wanted hot sauce for my huevos rancheros. I asked what they had the cook from the back heard and yelled out if I wanted homemade salsa verde...it was awesome and very hot without killing me. read more