When we first found our way into this bar during the Troy Victorian Stroll day, we were blown away…read moreby the gorgeous decorations, fun music, and general conviviality. This is a dive bar with heart. Fantastic, friendly bartenders who really know their stuff. We've been back many, many times since then. We've come in for drinks and food and are never disappointed. The food is pub fare done well. Love that they go all out with decorations for different holidays. Do yourself a favor when in Troy- Footsy Magoo's is a must!

The beer selection draws you right in. Tasty & cold. I had…read morethe bartender make me a baileys & butterscotch . It was amazing. They honestly need food in there. I would go in more often but it was fun & I'll be back . Kim

I've been coming here since they first opened and have seen the highs and lows over the years…read more Through all of it, this has remained one of my favorite places to grab a drink. The atmosphere is always great, the staff are genuinely good people, and there's a great energy here--especially for a college bar. A special shoutout to Corey, the head of security, for doing a great job creating a fun but respectful environment for everyone. Whether you're in your early 20s or a little older, Corey makes sure everyone can enjoy themselves without the place getting out of hand. I've seen this place go through a few different managers, and honestly, I think it's been better recently than it's ever been. The staff, atmosphere, and overall vibe have really come together. If you're looking for a college bar where you can have a good time and still feel comfortable, this is definitely the spot.

This was such a great experience. We wanted to stop in and grab a beverage, enjoy the outdoor…read moreseating and just relax. We did that well. Service was great. While we didn't enjoy any food here, the drink selection was amazing and enough. I will definitely go back when visiting.

Bacon Bleu Cheese Burger with fries. Too much. Turkey Reuben are a hit also! Casual neighborhood…read morebar

A great relaxing and friendly place. Everyone is welcoming! Plenty of places to sit - bar,…read morehigh-tops or tables. As a female by yourself, you feel safe and comfortable. Watch the game, or horse races during track season. The food has always been excellent. Wing night on Weds. Just remember cash only. Great local hang out!

Great drink prices. Nice outdoor patio. Jukebox. Happy hour everyday. Pretty & friendly bartenders…read more Good food. Low key and welcoming local bar.

A proper towny bar for sure! The drinks are priced fairly, the owner is very nice, and there's live…read moremusic on the weekends. Even a smoking patio, got to love that. My only issue was the total douchebag of a bartender they have (the bald one).

Friendly service, good atmosphere, pool tables and darts to play, food is good. Nice and chill placeread more

This bar is really something special. Located in the really old industrial section of Albany and…read moreaway from the mainstream Albany bar scenes, the Thatcher Street Pub is a great place to grab a drink, especially after a hard day at work. The customers here are primarily 30 to 40 something men coming here for the cheap drinks and cheap pub food: appetizers, burgers, sandwiches & pizza (on Thursdays). Beer specials are offered including $2 Coors Light (Mondays 8PM-Close) and $2.50 Heinekens (Fridays 8PM-Close). I had a decent $4 BLT with chips & pickle! Okay so the real main draw to this bar are the cute young bar maids who wear very skimpy bikinis and plenty of neat ink art. WOW! this place is very similar to Muddy's in the Watervliet/Menands area, if you get my drift (wink). The Thatcher Street Pub can get very busy with plenty of regulars here including one of my single buddies who loves this place. This bar also offers a pool table, darts, jukebox, Quick Draw, and seats in the back to hang out. A pretty good Happy Hour for guys! Around 7PM or so, the bar maids will dress up and be fully clothed for the rest of the night. Oh darn! It's back to reality gents, so hurry home and say, "Honey, I'm late because I had a long day at work......" Just act cool and play out the rest of the scenario.

The Late. Ight burger and fries were very good and cooked to perfection. Friendly atmosphere lots…read moreof locals.

Just an overall great place for good friends, food, and drinks. The staff/bartenders r top notch…read more Wings are some of the best, the homemade tailgate chips, and fries r worth it...and overall can't go wrong with most everything on the menu.

Great location just outside of the Amtrak station, whether it be for a quick snack, drink, or…read moredarts. If passing by on the lakeshore limited you will have an hour break and I highly recommend walking across the parking lot and saying hi to June. Fun and relaxed atompshere makes a great break in the middle of your journey. Don't forget some dog treats for the very sweet JJ. Skittish but loves a scratch when in the mood.

Fun bar that was converted from a Firehouse. Friendly bartenders and a good selection of beers on…read moretap and in the bottle. Great place to wait for a train! Did not try the food, but the couple next to me seemed to like their burgers. Will certainly stop here next time I'm in Albany.

The new pool table inside the place is very nice. Great dive bar for large groups or parties..read more

It has everything I want in a bar: cheap and strong drinks, a pool table, a kickass jukebox, and…read morepeople who won't talk to you. The name is exactly what my first impression of the bar was before entering. Yet, when you're stuck in Albany bored and sober as hell, there's no reason to pass up a place based on its shady appearance or the fight in progress right outside the door. It made me realize that this is what all the faux dives in NYC wished they were. You end up here for one (or all) of the reasons as outlined in Iffy's motto: Drink. Fight. Fuck. It is a place for people who hate the college bars. Pool sharks rule the billiards table- the brightest part of this dimly-lit establishment- and will most likely kick your butt in the game as skillfully as they can break your face outside of it. It's a haven for people who just want to mind their own business and get away from the world, or themselves. It attracts the most diverse demographic of miserable souls, mental states, and deviants in every social class that exists in the capital of our Empire State. One of my favorite regulars is a woman with Tourette's, who isn't afraid to say exactly what I think all the time, to pretty much everyone who comes within one foot of her:"If you get in my way, I will FUCK YOU UP!" It's technically Iffy's II, as this is a rusty phoenix of its original location that was torn down for parking an indefinite number of years ago. No one seems to know how old this bar is. The only thing you need to know is that the nicest person in there is the bartender, who is armed with a smile and enthusiasm to get you wasted on $3 beers and $5 cocktails so strong that anyone caught drinking them here is immediately associated with addiction of some kind. This is a joint I will definitely return to when I'm in town. If it's not to get completely trashed, it will be to get my dad lotto. Did I mention they have a lotto machine? Maybe I'll come back to drown my sorrows in more hard liquor when I find out I didn't hit the Mega Millions jackpot.