Bellevue Cafe

The best breakfast in town everything is fresh I'll make soup place is very clean as hell that laid…read moreon at us was very pleasant

We have passed union cafe many times and always say we need to stop in and try it. We finally did…read moreand we were so pleasantly surprised! The French toast was perfect, thee service was quick and friendly, and we sat outside on the porch and enjoyed the beautiful weather. They have iced coffee, and the homemade hash is perfectly crispy. We will definitely be back!

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Jack's Diner

4.2(192 reviews)

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Excellent service and very good food. Had a swap out Irish Benedict (for regular Eggs Benedict) no…read moreproblem and it was delicious. Good food, good service plenty of coffee. My kind of diner, cozy, friendly and courteous . I'll be back.

There was raw chicken in my son's Buffalo Chicken Wrap as you can clearly see from the picture. Not…read moreslightly undercooked. Raw. That probably speaks for itself in terms of why you would want to avoid this place, but here's a little more for good measure. The service was slow, despite the fact that there was almost no one in the restaurant - empty drinks, food taking at least twice as long as it should, not coming back to check on pretty much anything, servers just standing around on their phones, etc. Also, my breakfast potatoes were slimy and not very warm, and my toast was barely toasted and limp. However, the biggest issue for me is that they were not even going to take this tangy salmonella special off the bill until I insisted. They made my son another one, which we ended up taking to go because it took so long that my other son and I were done eating. Evidently, they thought that simply taking the wrap back and not charging us for it would be an acceptable resolution to serving raw chicken (for the record, the only acceptable reaction would have been apologizing in horror, remaking the wrap, and comping our whole bill). When I expressed to the woman at the register that it is dangerous to serve raw chicken to someone, she argued that they were chicken tenders. I think this means she thought they came frozen and already cooked, which is even more concerning and would explain why they are not cooking things thoroughly. Wow. For your own well-being, stay far away from this place.

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Cute, old school diner with limited but good menu (2 pages, not the thick binder some diners have)…read moreBreakfast, brunch Friendly and efficient waitress I had a tasty Greek omelet with the home baked Italian bread and home fries on the side.

Very enjoyable breakfast this morning at Peter Pause. It's directly across the street from Union…read moreCollege. Most of the patrons were obviously locals/regulars. The decor is old school and a bit dated, but the place is spotlessly clean. Our server was helpful and efficient with a great smile. I had an omelette w/homefries and my wife had a breakfast sandwich; we split some corned beef hash. Coffee was good. Everything was freshly prepared and tasted great. My omelette was the star of the show with mushrooms spinach tomatoes onions and cheese. We are leaving Schenectady today. If we ever get back, I'll have my first breakfast here.

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3.9(251 reviews)

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Yesterday, two of us went to Blue Ribbon restaurant. The food we ate, was: cream of chicken…read more soups, Blue cheese salads, Coquille St. Jacques,Garlic Spinach, Mashed potatoes and gravy, Pork chops in au jus, apple sauce plus Mt. Dew to drink. Simple Devine!!

Went to the Blue Ribbon on a Saturday, late morning for brunch. It wasn't too busy and the food…read morecame out SO fast. There wasn't a single thing that we didn't enjoy. The ham wasn't too thick and had a lot of flavor. The hashbrowns were crispy and the eggs were cooked to my satisfaction. The staff were attentive and friendly. We will be back!

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Chris's Chuck Wagon Diner

4.3(40 reviews)

4.8 mi

This place is classic diner fare and delicious to boot! My partner and I were coming back from a…read morelong drive and just had to stop here. The staff were super friendly and service was quick! It ain't fancy but thats not what we needed. This was good, classic, filling and good for your soul food. This is the kinda place where everyone knows everyone and believe me when I say this: youre gonna love some of the interior decor they got goin on here.

For once an establishment that matches the quality of the food ( awesome ) with the sign ( even…read morebetter ). Definitely worth taking a chance on, and the jukebox kicks ass.

Chris's Chuck Wagon Diner

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Broadway Lunch

4.3(61 reviews)

0.5 mi

10/10 -- Broadway Diner, Schenectady, NY!…read more The Broadway Burger and fries were absolutely on point! I added a side of brown gravy for the fries, and it made the whole meal even better. Everything came out hot, fresh, filling, and full of flavor. Classic diner comfort food done right. I'd definitely order this exact meal again without hesitation! 10/10 -- highly recommend! cheaper than fast food meal too!

Always a great experience between the food and the good energy from the servers. The calmness of…read morethe space makes the experience more enjoyable.

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The Point Cafe

4.2(86 reviews)

0.6 mi

Was staying in the area and looking through Yelp to find an affordable meal. I like going to mom…read moreand pop places and this one didn't disappoint. The Point, I think refers to where the cafe is situated, at the point (or corner) of the street. From the outside, it could use some curb appeal. After entering, the inside could use some sprucing up as well. That being said, we sat in the other dining area and I couldn't wait to order the chilaquiles, my favorite breakfast from Mexico. The waitress took her time getting over and took our order, walked over to the computer to send it to the kitchen. I can't even begin to tell you how magical my breakfast was! Everything I wanted, fresh avocado, chicken and jalapeños, perfectly cooked eggs. Thank you for offering delicious meals. I hope to return.

This place is a relative bargain compared to other diners in the area. I've had a few breakfasts…read morethere so that's what this review is going to cover. Another one of the perks is they not only offer the usual breakfast menu items like omelets, butter milk pancakes, French toast, eggs Benedict, etc., but they also serve Mexican offerings like chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, huevos a la Mexicana. More menu items for a slightly cheaper price, sign me up. I did order the huevos rancheros...twice. I guess I liked them. Menu states the huevos rancheros consists of "2 eggs over easy, over fried corn tortillas, topped with homemade salsa and Mexican cheese. Served with refried beans and rice." The first time, they added sliced avocados. The second time...nada. Hey, they used what was available. I also adore that dining out sometimes can get one out of a funk. Sometimes, I get so used to routine and habit that even a restaurant dish that is slightly out of my wheelhouse can get me thinking, acting, and appreciating things a bit more. If you're looking for breakfast/brunch that offers more options, no need to go further than the Point.

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Redwood Diner

3.5(67 reviews)

2.3 mi

We recently tried the Redwood for the first time and was very pleased with the "Specials" that we…read morehad and how clean the diner appears, The staff was friendly as well. We will be back!

For context, I rate products and businesses on a simple scale: 5 stars means I love it, 4 stars…read moremeans I like it, 3 stars is okay, 2 stars means I didn't like it, and 1 star means I hated it or think it's unsafe. I have been to Redwood Diner numerous times and I always enjoy it. The service is consistently fantastic, and that really stands out. The owners (Pete and Gloria) are very friendly, as are the waitresses, and you can tell they truly care about the people who come in. On several occasions, both owners and waitresses have stopped by the table to make sure everything was good and to chat for a bit. The conversations are always enjoyable and never feel forced. The waitresses know my order by heart which is impressive. You can tell the waitresses really care. They stop by numerous times to make sure you're all set and always offer to warm up and top off your coffee. The food is always good and the portions are generous, so you definitely leave satisfied. There is a really nice ambiance here. It feels comfortable and welcoming, not rushed or impersonal. They also decorate the windows for holidays, and there is a Christmas tree in the front breezeway that they decorate for different holidays throughout the year, which adds a fun and festive touch. Many times I have ended up chatting with other patrons seated near my table, which says a lot about the atmosphere. There are clearly several regulars, and when a place has a loyal customer base like that, they are doing something right. One of the things I appreciate most is that you can go with others, enjoy your food, and have a nice conversation without feeling pressure to leave quickly. That is getting harder to find these days. This place easily earns 5 stars from me.

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Pulled pork with slaw & fries.

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J&T's Family Cafe

4.6(51 reviews)

2.8 mi

Great cafe! Super cute inside! Delicious food with generous size portions. Friendly and helpful…read morestaff!

Truly one of the best breakfast spots in the capital region, this place has it all: great food,…read moreexcellent pricing, friendly staff, extremely fast service, cleanliness, etc. I cannot stress enough how great this place is.

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Metro 7 Diner

4.1(113 reviews)

8.4 mi

The food weather it's for breakfast,lunch or dinner the food is delicious…read more The service is friendly and helpful The place is very clean.

Food is amazing! Best corn beef hash anywhere around! Can't go wrong eating here for any meal!read more

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Mary W.

9 years ago

My family and I have been going to Bellevue Cafe for quite a number of years on a regular basis and they seem to be either using a new food supplier or using a new first time cook, or maybe even a combination of the 2... the food used to taste spactacular and seemed to be of high quality. In the recent months it seems that the overall quality of the food on the menu has dropped significantly and consistently. The chicken tenders used to be what seemed freshly made and tasted great. Lately they seem to be what I can buy in the frozen food section of the nearest gas station. The burgers in the past were large and the best in the area as far as taste and juiciness, lately they've been smaller, drier and either under cooked or overcooked. I used to get the fried haddock or whatever other fish was on special as it was always great, but as of late it tastes like cheap already cooked and then frozen heat-and-serve items. Even the quality of the soups has dropped significantly in the past couple months, which is hard to believe, as it's hard to mess up soup. The only thing going for the place is the waitstaff, most are great but there are a few new faces that seem to be confused in what their job is. Also, on more than a few occasions I have noticed that some of the staff either smell like an ashtray, a brewery or a both which is a TOTAL turn off when ordering and eating food. I'm sad to say, but I will no longer be returning to Bellevue Cafe as a regular customer with my family as the value and the quality of the food has taken a turn for the worse. Not to even mention there is also a lady who seems to be there EVERY time I stop in who is very rude to the staff, as well as customers. I believe her name is either Diana or Diane (not sure what the waitresses said). If she's there, watch out! she'll probably try to sit with you and lure you into conversation and likely order food on your bill. -Mary read more

Sharon B.

6 years ago

I've heard a bunch of great things about this establishment on social media, so my family and I decided to stop in for Sunday lunch last week. But, before even entering the diner we could hear a male berating another worker inside what I would assume was the kitchen or back room area. We immediately left as I do NOT want my children to hear language like that. Whom ever was yelling and just being outright nasty should hopefully have been fired immediately. I'm not sure what happened leading up to the outburst of vile language but I can't fathom what could have happened for someone to speak to another human being in that manner. I made this account for the sole purpose of writing this as I feel others should know how this place treats their workers behind the scenes. I will also be posting this to other review webpages in the hope the owner sees it and makes some much needed changes to the toxic work environment. Update: I went there earlier today to pick up some soup by myself and noticed some patrons walking in without masks and they were not turned away. Enter at your own risk and I feel they aren't taking necessary precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus. read more

Les A.

1 year ago

My mom had a hair appt with my cousin Michael close by today so I picked her up to have lunch at The Bellvue Cafe. She had chicken soup and a Rueben with fries. She raved about all of it. Some of the best chicken soup around imo. The fries were nice and crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. I loved seeing her enjoying all of her meal! I had chicken soup and the brisket pot roast. The carrots, onions, celery and taters were all cooked perfectly and not mush. The brisket was so tender I just used my fork. Mom took half her soup and Rueben home as she couldn't finish it all. She did enjoy the rice pudding with whipped cream for dessert too. What an enjoyable day! 10 outta 10!!!! read more

Nik S.

2 years ago

I recently visited Bellevue Cafe and had a mixed experience. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for a casual meal. I ordered the breakfast burrito, which was tasty but a bit bland and could have used more seasoning. The service was friendly, but it took longer than expected to get our food. Overall, it's a decent spot with potential, but I hope they can improve on the flavors and speed next time! read more

Michael T.

11 years ago

I had the gyro, as this is a Greek specialty diner. Fantastic and simple. Fries were good, service was excellent and both of my young children were accommodated. My wife got the honey mustard chicken wrap and she loved it. Inexpensive but quick and very friendly service. Highly recommend. read more

Lori N.

15 years ago

Waitress was so pleasant...I ordered out and it was delicious...great prices too

Maryanne R.

12 years ago

We go there at least once/week. Great service, great food and great selection!

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