I visited for the first time and was pleasantly pleased. I bought ground Lamb and french lamb rack…read moreplus Angus Burgers. The burgers were the best ever and I loved the Lamb. I would shop there again for sure. Everything is top quality.

Wow. Times have changed. I LOVE Fred's so I'm sad to report this, but they've lost me. Just…read morepurchased almost 12 lbs. of picanha for $14.99 a pound. I asked for the four plates to be cut into steaks which I've done on occasion when feeling lazy on 10lb+ orders, but this time seemed different and they kept all the points -- the plate is a triangle. I didn't realize that they'd keep so much of the "trimmings" so I went from 11.88lbs to just over 9 which means they kept just over 2.5 lbs which presumably goes into their ground beef. Works out to $20 a lb for me. I did have a pleasant FB messenger conversation with someone, but I've been a member at Costco for 20 years (kept my membership active) so I'll be going back to them full time. My advice to customers. Ask for the trimmings if you're asking them to butcher any meat product. Especially picahna which is super easy to do. My advice to Fred's. Ask the customers if they want the trimmings.

A greet local deli and grocery in Delmar and our go to spot for the best breakfast sandwiches…read morearound. Cooked to order right before your very eyes. Oh and they are the only place I know that sells pickled eggs and kielbasa. A friendly owner, a friendly staff and with food products you don't find anywhere else. I highly recommend McCarroll's.

Best bacon egg and cheese in area great staff nice little grocery with some good finds.read more

Very rude staff at the pharmacy…read more I was asking about health care coverage and the pharmacist up front was annoyed I even asked. At the end of the call I started to say "thank you for your help" but instead of letting me finish the sentence she hung up on me. Didn't even say goodbye. She might be having a rough day, but it's unacceptable to talk to customers like that, especially when it's on medical questions. If you have a staff member who is rude to customers, it may be time to find a new place to work. I will be contacting the store to file a complaint.

Overall, my opinion about this store pretty much remains unchanged. But lately when using the…read moreentrance adjacent to the produce and deli, you are accosted by the stench of rancid cooking oil emanating from the deli section. Clearly, they need the ventilation system checked (regrettably oil for deep frying is infrequently changed anywhere). I was worried, however, my clothing was going to reek of it from having been in the store. The vile odor of the seafood section nearly knocks you over entering that same entrance and it gets more staggering as you approach the seafood aisle. I suspect this is for two reasons: first, it's clear that the crushed ice isn't changed regularly, much less daily (as it should be) -- which is likely contaminating the fish on said ice. Second, the fish itself is aged and previously defrosted and aged and likely well on the road to decomposing. I hold my breath if ever in the also adjacent pharmacy area. It's seriously gross. It screams unsanitary and likely unsafe. I rarely eat deep fried food and I'd certainly not get it here. And, there is absolutely no way I'd buy seafood here. The Slingerlands store is little better, but the fish counter area is somewhat less repulsive. The main reason to come here are for the produce (well maintained and extensive choice), the dairy section (decent), and the canned goods (standard) . Otherwise not great to poor. Let me note, the seafood sections at Whole Foods, Honest Weight, and The Fresh Market don't stink.

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.

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.

This Caribbean/Latin market has a great selection of hot foods! We tried stew beef, yellow rice…read moreand beans. As my son said "this food is solid". I was looking for a particular sauce here and didn't find it but I found another sauce and some coconut drinks too. They have a large selection of meat, vegetables and fruit. A one stop shop for Caribbean ingredients.

The food is excillent, my go to is always the pernil over yellow rice. Also can't forget the papas…read morerellenas and the empanadas. Try it you won't be disappointed. Pair the great food with the wild selection of drinks that you have never seen before and it's a home run lunch at a great price. It's always my lunch if I'm in Albany around noon.

Absolutely lucked into this place while visiting our daughter at a nearby college. We were headed…read moreto the donut shop next door and saw the sign for the cheese shop. (Certainly a lucky neighborhood) It looks small from the street but once you walk in, it opens up to a sizable store. We were greeted by a friendly staff member, he took the time to describe their cheese selection and the other things going on in the shop. He then pivoted to giving us tons of help selecting the right cheese. We sampled a couple of things and then he dialed in three choices for us to buy. (With an assist from another customer that insisted that we would love the Delice de Bourgogne) Prices were reasonable enough for the quality. We added some gourmet crackers that were neutral enough to not overpower the cheese. The next day, we made the three cheeses the focus of our lunch. The Delice de Bourgogne was the star of the show, a creamy, earthy, and savory masterpiece. The two year aged Gouda and creamy blue cheese were delightful as well! Truly glad that we walked into The Cheese Traveler!

What a fantastic find -- a small but very well curated collection of cheeses, with an extremely…read moreknowledgeable staff who don't pressure you but provide help where needed. We appreciated the relatively local (Quebec, VT, NY) cheeses they have, and our destination cheese, Wisconsin Brick (which we had never tried before, and which they were quite willing to work with us on getting the appropriate size). The sandwiches looked delicious but we were there at the wrong time of day, alas, but we will 100% be back. If you like cheese, this is a destination location for the region.

I go there often owner very friendly they have quite few things to buy subs are delicious and beef…read morepattys are excellent her nice store I been going to for years I would recommend this store wonderful.man.omar is Ellen..rensselaer ny

Clean and a wide variety of grocery items. Large store. Everything is super fresh. Their beef…read morepatties and subs are amazing and they use boars head meats and cheeses. Prices are on the higher end only by a dollar or so more than retail... Friendly and helpful staff. best corner store in Rensselaer for sure.

The food was wonderful and it's priced right!! Cute and super yummy mom and pop. Service was…read moreextremely fast despite a large order! Everyone was super friendly and helpful. We will absolutely be back again and highly recommend to others to try!! Seating is limited and they are popular so keep that in mind.

This is the closest restaurant to where I have lived for 9 years and I've only been 3 times. It is…read morea gem! It's only opened early morning until lunch which is why I don't go more often. The times I have been I have had a couple breakfast items, calzone, wings, fish fry and all were delicious, fresh, and homemade! The best part is the friendly staff. You know they are invested in that place as a family and it makes me love it more. Definitely go here for quality food.

Excellent meat options, including organs like pork tongue and brains. Great cold cuts, they adjust…read moreto your requested size. Love their bologna, we requested by a chunk. And superb service, too!

The best. Pork, beef, etc. Period. Family run, always pleasant. The best ribeye ive had in years…read more Recommend!