Food is always amazing and hot. Been dying for some good authentic Spanish food and this spot has…read moreit. Love the chicken empanadas and roast pork.

My go to spot for Dominican food in Schenectady! Authentic food, that never disappoints. There is…read morealways someone else coming into the order and make me rethink my order with their delicious orders. This time we just stopped by for quick empanadas but we have tried almost everything. Small location but they do have a couple tables to sit at now. Next time I am going to try the icey I saw a girl order! Same iceys they serve on the street in NYC! Nostalgia moment!

Some friends recommended this restaurant so we gave it a try. My wife and I had the chicken…read morefrancese. Absolutely wonderful! The other party we were with ordered the chicken parm and the haddock francese. 2 magnificent dishes! All meals were perfectly prepared and the service was great. Nadine was knowledgeable, friendly, and upbeat. The owner, Joanne, was very sweet and it was east to tell that she loved what she was doing. The great meal, and a couple for cocktails, made the evening a pleasure. We shall definitely be returning!

I went here for my birthday dinner wonderful SERVICE they…read moresurprise me with a piece of tiramisu cake at the end of my dinner, not requested by my fiancé that was with me so it was a very nice surprise for all parties involved lol I had the pink sauce with penne and sausage. The whole dish was very flavorful We got fresh Italian bread And my fiancé could not stop eating there fettuccine Alfredo We did not have many leftovers an the portions are very kind We will definitely be back

This place never fails it is so consistent we come for dinner here once and a while and I usually…read moreorder the same few meal options-chicken parm / chicken Sorrento which is not on the menu, but they will make it if you ask them because they are that nice. Well last night I went out of my box and I ordered the haddock Mediterranean let me tell you what- this dish was so delicious I was so happy I made this choice for dinner I didn't go home hungry and I wasn't overly stuffed I really can't say enough about Mario's restaurant on river road in Niskayuna

We've ordered takeout from Mario's twice now and have been very happy with our food. We've ordered…read morewings, garlic bread and the Mario pizza. All have been delicious. Nothing has been greasy or soggy. It's always ready in a reasonable amount of time. It's our new go to for pizza in the area.

Seven years later, still the premier Italian restaurant in Schenectady!! I've been a huge fan for…read moreas long as I can remember. Now that I live 2.5 hours away, it's still worth the drive!! Hubby took me to celebrate our anniversary and he knows this is my favorite!! The service is impeccable, the food is beyond delicious and it still feels like being at Nana's house. Thank you all again for another amazing dinner!!

Came back again for my dad's and my birthday dinner. As we have spent many years doing this…read moretradition. Service was good. The food was good. Casual Italian dining. I got the same dish just a little different from previous years of Chicken Cacciatore. The family-style salad was simple but delicious, as was our appetizer I loved the roasted red peppers & provolone cheese. The bread was good.

The food and service has always been reasonably priced and quick service. Hours can be difficult at…read moretimes but have always enjoyed the atmosphere and our meals Butch W.

Ok, I usually sit at the bar. On Thursday nights my favourite, Jamie is handling the drinks and…read moreservice. She is always great, but so are the rest of those behind the bar on other nights. All the entries are served with soup, salad and bread. The entries are all good. Last time I had their broiled breaded pork chop with baked potato (they don't do vegetables) it was large and perfectly cooked. (I took half home.) You can order two of them if you're ravenous. Tonight I ordered the Swiss sea scallops. They were cooked perfectly, but personally I was not a fan of the Swiss cheese lightly covering the scallops. In the past I've had the Lamb Chops (kidney chops), NY Strip and the broiled Haddock. All were excellent. If you want a neighbor hood place to go, Harold's is it.

Welcomed as you walked in the door. Food was very good, as well as the drinks! Staff was…read moreaccommodating and friendly. Ambiance was cozy.

Meals were F.Alfredo, Eggplant and Veal Parm w salads. Ask for extra dressing -blue creamy cheese…read more Loaf of mini bread and ask for extra butter. All was good. I live so far away and glad to give this place a checkmark but I won't be swinging by again if I stopped in town again. I'll give the other places a chance. Keep it up as been running since 1969!

CARIBE Restaurant - Schenectady, NY…read more I've had the chance to visit CARIBE twice now, and both times were for birthday celebrations. This is a cute Caribbean/Dominican restaurant with a casual order-at-the-counter setup and dine in- gives off a welcoming island vibe. The restaurant was clean, colorful, and full of Dominican flair. Both visits started with the Dominican Appetizer Platter, which in my opinion is perfect for sharing between 2-3 people depending on how hungry everyone is. It comes loaded with sweet plantains, crispy fried plantains, chicharrón, fried chicken tenders, fried cheese, salami, tostones, and French fries. If you're a fry lover, don't skip these! On my first visit, we ordered the pork chops and the pernil. The pernil was delicious--juicy, flavorful, and with the crispy top!! that my friend absolutely loved. The second time around, we both went with steak. I ordered the Bistec Salteado (sautéed steak) medium, while my friend ordered the grilled steak. Unfortunately, my steak came out well done. When I mentioned it, I was told that's how it's traditionally prepared Dominican-style. Needless to say, I wasn't happy and ended up not eating much of it. I did try my friend's grilled steak, and it was much better (for my taste). The birthday girl ordered the seafood rice and really enjoyed it. It was packed with seafood--definitely a dish for seafood lovers! For her birthday she got a choice of dessert and got the Flan- and a island girly her self she critiqued and loved!! Next time I'm in the area, I think I'll skip the entrées and order à la carte so I can sample more of the sides and appetizers. Overall, the food was good, the portions were generous, and the atmosphere was welcoming. The steak was a miss for me, but everything else was enjoyable enough that I'd return to try more of the menu.

A little history to start, what do the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines have in…read morecommon? They were all Spanish colonies. Caribe leans to Dominican and Puerto Rican dishes and those same dishes have a familiar feeling to my Filipino palate. When I visited, I opted for the Chicharron plate over yellow rice. The Filipino version of this dish is called Lechon Kawali. What is it? It's a carnivore's dream, a deep fried slab of uncured bacon. Repeat, deep fried pork belly. Other than foie gras or bone marrow nothing comes close to meat fat decadence than this stuff. It's bad for you but oh soooo good. The garlic sauce tries to cut through the fat but it's a losing game. There's a tiny bar next to the cafeteria style take out displays. There's also extra dining space and bathrooms up a small set of stairs. It's comfortable and clean in there. I liked the vibe. I'll definitely be back. I'm not getting the Chicharron next time, however good it is. I think people my age should only be allowed to have it once a year. If that dish is any indication, there are several items on their menu that will also satisfy.

Uninviting from the outside but we came here on a local tip from a regular who was not thrilled…read moreafter we both scrutinized the menu at the Castle up the hill. Reasonably priced, great homestyle meal. Do it!

Stumbled upon this restaurant while traveling! A wonderful surprise …read more.. Excellent appetizers (house greens); fresh salad with delicious dressings; enormous, splendid main courses (gnocchi, eggplant); and yummy dessert (chocolate mousse cake). Great prices, great portions, great food. Friendly staff. I hope our travels take us in this direction again soon!