I will always support local delis and restaurants however sometimes we have to be honest with…read moreourselves when writing reviews on places that we WANT to love. First off I'm not sure what food people in these reviews are eating, because in my experience the Italian mix sub was very bland, the bread was dry, and the meat looked pale and weird. That ambience of the place was nostalgic which is the reason why I gave it 3 stars and not 2. The woman helping me was friendly enough but made it a point to tell me how gas prices were fine at $4.10 per gallon as long as Trump was the president, which annoyed me because it gives an indication that details don't matter here. Given the taste of the $15 small sub I paid for it definitely tracks. Be your own critic, but for me it's the history of this place and not the food has people coming back. I won't be one of them.

After all these years, Fiorello still serves the best Italian sub in this region in my book…read more Service is warm, friendly, and helpful like you'd expect from a mum and pop shop, and I love that this is a local family-run business. Some notable changes I noticed during the most recent visit include a big flat screen TV and tables and chairs indoors. The freezer apparently was out of order, but I would have loved to get their tiramisu which is also one of the best I've ever had. Their sub always strikes the right balance in the dressing, bread, meats, and toppings. Toppings are consistently good quality, and you can customise your sub by asking staff what you do and don't want on it. I hope they stay healthy and busy for decades to come.

Food - Excellent!!! It was delicious. Service- It was good…read more We had a waitress who was in training. Her and the waiter worked well together. Ambiance- It was noisy in the beginning but as the lunch crowd left it was quieter. You could carry on a conversation easily with six or more people.

In for the night after a great meal at Lanie's Cafe on Albany Shaker rd. . I started with an…read moreappetizer of calamari with marinara sauce - they really need to start offering that with cocktail sauce as an option-, and repeating what she said on our wedding night, my wife exclaimed " that's huge." even after sharing with her I needed a box to take the rest home. My wife ordered Veal Parmesan with a side of spaghetti while I went with the prime rib sandwich. I managed to finish my meal, but the serving was so large that she had to take hers home in a box. The hostess was kind enough to seat us at a table so I could have my back to a wall saying only that we need to be out of there in 90 minutes because it was reserved. We sat down ate , paid our bill and left in almost exactly an hour. Olive Garden could learn a thing or two from this place as the food was nice and hot and neither the hostess nor the waitress ever argued with me, even Lanie herself, stopped by to check on us. It was nice to see her as it's been quite a few years since I've been in there. How about that? I actually sat down and had a meal at a restaurant with no complaints.With a decaf iced tea for my wife and a glass of ice water with lemon for me the bill came to $80 and change, because everyone was so nice and accommodating I put a $100 bill on the table and left, we will return.

I've been wanting to try the vegan sandwich options at Mallos for a long time. We tried both - the…read moreeggplant and the cauliflower Reuben. Both were good. The Reuben was a little too unidimensional for my taste, because the cauliflower is fermented I think there isn't enough contrast with the sauerkraut which is really the only other ingredient. the flavor was great but the texture wasn't my favorite. The eggplant itself was amazing! I loved it. But again I think the composition of the sandwich was a little off for my taste, there was a pile of arugula that overpowered the eggplant which was star but a very small portion of the sandwich. The homemade chips were the best I've ever had and YOU SHOULD TRY!!!! Phenomenally crisp and cooked to perfection. Overall, I don't think I'd come back often because there arent a ton of vegan options and I was enthralled by them but if I was in a group with meat eaters and they wanted sandwiches I would happily tag along and get one of these options again.

I was on my way to the Korean restaurant nearby, but I stopped when I saw a cute cartoon dog eating…read morea strawberry on the window of this spot. I hopped on Yelp, saw the great reviews, took 1 minute to browse the menu, and I turned around and walked right in to Mallo's. The space is pink with black and white checkered floor. I was greeted as I walked in and they were patient while I read the menu (again). Everything sounded great but I went with the veggie sandwich but made into a wrap. They brought my food out to me on a little tray with a paper branded with the same cute dog. I loved the wrap! I'm glad I went the wrap route - it was perfect. Mozzarella, arugula, fried eggplant, olives - yummm. It was so delicious and flavorful and a big portion! I took leftovers back to my hotel and had them the next day. I'm so glad I stopped in to this spot and would definitely come back for more of their tasty food.

If you want an amazing meat filled sub then this is the place!! Or if you want a veggie filled sub…read morethen this is still the place! I haven't been able to eat meat in years, but was craving roast beef one day. Typically I only get subs with tons of cheese and veggies, but wow this roast beef sub went down nicely. The service is amazing and very fast! Don't let a line distract you, because it moves fast. This isn't really a sit down type of place. They have other options to eat as well. I've never had the pizza, but have seen others ordering it so it must not be bad.

An updated review. Everything taste wise is the same. But they reduced the size of their sub bread…read more Well with everything ongoing. I am not surprised that this restaurant has started getting with the cheap trend of saving and cutting corners. They could have stayed smart and just jacked up the price, rather than compromising on the bread size. Now the customer pays more for less food. Let's get it 2026.

Best to go food in the area! Quick delicious and straight to the point! Haven't dined in so don't…read moreknow about table service. Ambiance is simple!

Very disappointing recent experience. My wife and son were out of town so I had the house to myself…read moreand I decided to order pizza and wings and watch a few movies. This place had excellent pizza in the past so I came back. It wasn't worth it. First, the good. My food was ready in under 20 minutes, and the employee working the phone and counter was extremely friendly. However, when I got home and unpacked the wings from their cardboard fold-up carton something was amiss. The carrots were inside with the wings. This resulted in steamed carrots and watered down, cold wings. I like crunchy carrots and hot, spicy wings. Cold carrots should be packed separately from hot wings (or omitted altogether). The wings looked nice and red from the Buffalo sauce but didn't taste of it at all. Perhaps they were cooked earlier and just sitting around, but there was no wet sauce on them or in the box (just water from the carrots) and they didn't taste hot or vinegary. Very little sauce got on my hands. I put my own Red Hot on to spice them up, but what happened? They were also dry, but I can't say if they were overcooked or not. If they actually had wing sauce on them they might not have tasted so dry. The pizza was good, and loaded... LOADED... with meat. I ordered the "Carne" pizza and it was packed with sausage, bacon, meatballs, etc. The crust was so thin (and not crispy) and floppy that you couldn't pick up a slice to eat without it collapsing. Reheated in the toaster oven, it was better. Surprisingly, it wasn't filled with salt, but for all the meat on it I had hoped it would taste more meaty. Hard to describe, but if my eyes were closed I wouldn't have been able to identify the types of meat that were packed on it. If I wanted subpar pizza and wings I would have ordered from Dominoes. For over $45, I expected better from this place. Very disappointed.

I first went to Mr. Bumbles Cafe when they originallh opened and had a fantastic experience…read more Now, after a several year time period of living out of state, I have returned to try them out again and I was not disappointed. The service was warm and friendly. The food was outstanding, utilizing fresh sourced produce and baked goods. The cafe was spotless, as was thd rest room. The decor is friendly and inviting. I will definitely be back!

Mr. Bumbles had been on my radar for a while, so when I had an appointment not too far away, I knew…read moreI had to visit. I can find a lot of good words to include here: Cozy, charming, unique, friendly, welcoming. I could taste the freshness and quality in my made-to-order breakfast sandwich. That was a small coffee?!?!?! The decor is fun. Street parking is very convenient too. Similar types of stuff I could get at fast food places closer to my home just can't compare. If I lived closer, I'd be here all the time. Even with a slightly longer drive, I still want to come back here more often.

Cardona's Market is a traditional Italian market that feels like stepping into a neighborhood deli…read morein Italy. The shelves are stocked with imported pastas, sauces, and specialty items that make it hard to leave empty-handed. I ordered the Chicken Cutlet Sandwich, which was outstanding with a perfectly crispy cutlet and fresh ingredients. The macaroni salad was a great side, and the cannoli was the perfect sweet ending to the meal. If you're looking for authentic Italian flavors and a true old-school market experience in Albany, Cardona's is definitely worth a visit.

I wandered into Cardona's Market for lunch and immediately got that small‑town Italian deli vibe:…read moreseparate counters for Deli items and Sandwiches and shelves of various Italian goods for sale. I ordered Joe's Special, and it was exactly what I hoped for: a well‑balanced stack of chicken cutlets, mayo, cheese, and bacon. The large was big enough for two meals. Albany turned up a lot of Deli options, Cardona's is a clear stand out.

Primo Hoagies - New Scotland Ave, Albany Primo Hoagies is…read moreconveniently located on New Scotland Ave in a great area of Albany, especially for hospital staff, visitors, and local residents. Parking can be a little challenging depending on the time of day, but it's generally easy to access. I ordered the Italian sub, and it was delicious! Everything tasted fresh, was made to order, and the ingredients were well-balanced. The quality was definitely there. My only complaint is that after ordering what I believe was the regular-sized sub, I was still a little hungry. That said, would I recommend it? Absolutely. The food was tasty, fresh, and satisfying. Would I return? Definitely. The price point makes it more of an occasional treat for me rather than a regular lunch spot, but it's worth it when you're craving a quality sandwich. Rating: 4/5 Fresh ingredients, great flavor, convenient location--just be prepared for the prices and consider sizing up if you have a big appetite!

Fantastic sub shop! Surprised it took me this long to try PrimoHoagies but it would definitely be…read moremy go to if I'm in need of a quick sandwich! Lots of great options and combos to choose from. I got the Mild Italian with sharp provolone and the works and it was delicious! They have 3 different sizes, small, primo, and whole which is great on either seeded or plain bread. Lots of side options too that I'd be curious to try. Service was great and quick and the space is convenient across the hospital and on a major street to drive through. Only street parking available.