For a moment, I forgot how amazing The Ruck is, simply as a beer bar…read more When I was passing through town, I was only in Troy for a few hours. Clearly, I couldn't do everything. And I thought I would have to give up on my desire to pop back in to The Ruck for a pint. On the way back to my hotel, I decided to just check to see what Dave and crew had on tap. Egads! Seriously folks, this bar is an embarrassment of riches. I only wanted to have one beer, but I left with three. Two I enjoyed on site, Hill Farmstead's Susan and the brewery's Society and Solitude #13. These are heavy hitters, and even just two five ounce pours put me in a place where I felt it would be imprudent to have a third. Fortunately for me, the crowler machine was fully functional, and I was able to grab an oil can of Weldwerks Xtra Xtra Broccolli to go. Beer names are stupid, but they will not dissuade me from drinking something delicious. Sadly, Dave wasn't there, so I didn't get to say hi, or shake his hand, or thank him for his hard work of managing such an epic tap list. Regrettably I rolled in late in the evening and the kitchen had already closed. No wings for me. Not even one of their special deviled eggs... which sounded delicious, btw. Welp, it was a very very good reminder for me to get back to Troy, arrive earlier in the evening, and move The Ruck back up to the top of my list. You Trojans are lucky to have this joint. Go there. Often. And rejoice.

Overall a good experience! The Ruck has a great beer selection and a convenient beer menu that also…read moregives untapped ratings which was a helpful addition. The drinks came out quickly after we ordered them. The food took a decent amount longer. While we did wait 30 minutes for our food when it wasn't very busy , when it did come out it was hot and delicious. Flavorful wings, yummy disco fries/tots and some of the most well seasoned onion rings I've ever had. The atmosphere of the restaurant is classic pub food bar place but was well cleaned. Other than having to wait a little longer than usual for our food it was a great experience. We were so excited to eat by the time it came I did forget to take a photo of the food but it was all portioned well and well seasoned.

Guinness on tap!!!! Food very good. Waitstaff were very friendly and helpful. Nice pub with array…read moreof beers on tap. People friendly!

I hate to do this as it used to be a place I love but had a HORRIBLE experience last night and…read morewon't be back. After leaving a horrible car dealer experience for 2 hours we were starving and stopped by around 8:30 and it was not crowded. We were seated right away and our server was very friendly. We ordered apps and our meals and then the wheels came off. After about 40 mins our apps came out and they were decent. Then we waited and waited and no food. Finally around 10:00 I asked our waitress if our food wasn't close to being out we were leaving. She came out and said it's going to be a while!!!! What a waste of time! If you have staffing issues I get it but tell us up front and we would never had stayed. So we all went home hungry! We won't be back.

Came here a few weeks ago after the Knicks game because the sports bar I was at was closing and I…read morewasn't ready to take it in yet lol. My sister and a friend came with me and we had a great time. The bartender was attentive and the food is good too! It was also karaoke night and we made new friends. Great night out

When my former sports bar dropped Sunday ticket and stopped showing my Dolphins I had to find…read moreanother one. The owner welcomed me with open arms. Five years later I'm still eating the best wings in Schenectady and my fantasy football mates join me for Sunday football. The food and drinks are reasonably priced and always good.

Great respect, just like home it's great place to chill, have a drink, visit, and of course, EAT!…read moreFast service, and the wings are delicious. Every flavor is a treat. This place is just a delight. Thank you for the 45 wings on my birthday today, Bentleys.

My first time there. Excellent service, the food was great. Fun atmosphere! Will go back next time…read moreI'm in the area.

Came here with my sister for dinner; outside seating was a 30 min wait at 8pm on a Saturday so we…read morewent indoors to the bar and were seated right away. Bartender was friendly and responsive; we split the chicken bacon avocado sandwich and the bbq pulled pork mac. The chicken sandwich was nothing to write home about, but it wasn't bad either. The bun was a simple hamburger bun. The mac n cheese was top tier, came out piping hot and had a good amount of pulled pork and Cole slaw on it. Even between the two of us we had to take some home. Personally I would get regular Mac without the pulled pork next time. I also got a glass of the Italian pino Grigio which was pretty good and reasonably priced. Our meal came with free chips and dip, but we tried to hold out for the main course. I heard their burgers are divine, so I would come back for that and maybe get their home brewed beer. I liked the open barn style bar and would love to try the outdoor seating sometime.

While the food and service at this location are usually excellent, tonight's experience was…read moredisappointing. The bartender seemed far more focused on socializing with friends, the hostess, and an off-duty employee than on serving the guests sitting at the bar. At one point, we sat for more than seven minutes with empty drinks at a bar that was nearly empty. Despite making several attempts to get her attention, we weren't acknowledged until another employee noticed us trying to flag her down and stepped in. Even then, there was no apology or acknowledgment of the delay. Unfortunately, this wasn't an isolated moment; it was the pattern throughout the evening. Conversations with coworkers & friends consistently took priority over customer service, leaving us feeling ignored despite the bar having very few customers. The food was still very good, but the level of attentiveness and professionalism from the bartender fell well below the standard.

Food was awesome! Wings and burgers! The bar tender was pleasant and accomodating. Overall a great…read moreexperience!

Pretty awesome Pub near the Albany Airport. Want a quick drink before heading out or while waiting…read morefor a friend this is a great spot. Amazing people inside, very clean and a very well established pub. They have pool, darts and Karaoke on Thursdays. Bartender is a local and you'll also make some friends local to here. Basic beers on tap, but they do take special orders and will get you're beers coming if you're a regular. I know i wish i was a regular here. Lots of TVs and would be great for game day, and that would be any game day (golf, basketball, football, baseball, tennis, etc.).

This is an awesome venue for before a show at the Albany Arena. The staff went above and beyond to…read moremake sure our group had what we needed. There are multiple seating areas and bars. It gets very busy closer to the event. So go early to relax and enjoy a burger and a drink before the show. We also enjoyed stopping in after the show for a drink and some snacks. The staff was so nice and glad that we came in with stories of the show.

Situated in the MVP arena complex on a night of a major event. TSO Show. Understaffed and untrained…read moreservers. Spoke to the alleged owner and he caved terribly. No Guiness. NO Stella NO BUD LIGHT !?!? OWNER CLEARLY IS IN THE WRONG BUSINESS!! Besides that. Food cooked horribly overdone. Disgusting. Ordered the only burger med rare. Got well done. Fried pickles with battered fried off. Mac and cheese bites dry and out of a Sysco bag Chicken Quesidllas dry and inedible. Poor kids working tried to do their best but the "Owner" is an idiot.

My intent with this account had been to post only when disappointed; but that was living in NYC…read more After three years in Albany finding great/offbeat places is the priority. Kris Mid City Tavern is pub heaven in Menands.

The best French fries ever! Crispy outside, soft inside. Attentive service. Brittany, our…read moresever/bartender was great.