The young guy who took my order was very obnoxious, plushies and rude...I asked for spinach and…read morehe gave me no spinach at all and I never ask for Tomato's . Added Presto which is something I don't eat. I sad No oregano and I got it anyway. Really pretty good taken out of correctly. It seems inside. She had a problem with taking my order since I was an African-American woman.. Make sure when ordering your food that you get the right stuff before I leave the store.

Primo Hoagies - New Scotland Ave, Albany Primo Hoagies is…read moreconveniently located on New Scotland Ave in a great area of Albany, especially for hospital staff, visitors, and local residents. Parking can be a little challenging depending on the time of day, but it's generally easy to access. I ordered the Italian sub, and it was delicious! Everything tasted fresh, was made to order, and the ingredients were well-balanced. The quality was definitely there. My only complaint is that after ordering what I believe was the regular-sized sub, I was still a little hungry. That said, would I recommend it? Absolutely. The food was tasty, fresh, and satisfying. Would I return? Definitely. The price point makes it more of an occasional treat for me rather than a regular lunch spot, but it's worth it when you're craving a quality sandwich. Rating: 4/5 Fresh ingredients, great flavor, convenient location--just be prepared for the prices and consider sizing up if you have a big appetite!

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!

Mary was knowledgeable and warm, happy to explain all the options available. The store was quaint…read moreand cozy and the food is delicious! We had a cup of homemade tomato soup, a Smokey Mountain and a Farmer's sandwich made with love! Super cute and delicious, stop by!

A monumentally good sandwich! Incredible sandwich menu, everything house made, hand prepped. Every…read moreaspect of the sandwich is a work of art. The cutlet, the house baked bread, fresh spinach, house dressing, cheese, etc. it's a fun little market inside with plenty of Housemade products to buy like sauces, pasta, read to go meals, soups, etc. it's tucked away on Delaware Ave. parking is super hard but if you walk, it's worth the walk! This is the special chicken cordon pink sandwich where proceeds go to the American cancer society. Amazing stuff from top to bottom

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.

I first went to Mr. Bumbles Cafe when they originallh opened and had a fantastic experience…read more Now, after a several year time period of living out of state, I have returned to try them out again and I was not disappointed. The service was warm and friendly. The food was outstanding, utilizing fresh sourced produce and baked goods. The cafe was spotless, as was thd rest room. The decor is friendly and inviting. I will definitely be back!

The first time I went it was fine. You can hardly see the menu which is on the wall. That's the…read moreonly menu. My friend came another time and she has a vision problem and they refused to help her figure out what was in the menu. When I went in today, I sat at the counter and waited. There were three people congregated, talking. No one else at the register/ordering counter. Instead of greeting me, the guy waits several minutes at register waiting for them to approach him. Then he puts in their order and started clearing dishes off tables. Still no one has acknowledged my presence. Finally the chef turns around and I have my opening to ask for a menu, and he snaps at me"Go to the counter and look at the menu!" So rude! He then apologized for not seeing me but it was too little too late for me. I walked out immediately. I'm a grown ass woman. I'm not going to be barked at by some random dude on cocaine or whatever his problem is. Edit: hahaha! he immediately clapped back at my review. Very defensive. I worked in food service for YEARS and I never found it necessary to scold or argue with a customer.You might want to read Title III of the Americans with disabilities Act. It's a law that your menu has to be accessible to People with a vision impairments or you at least have to help them verbally know what u serve. You might want to ask yourself why you think it's okay to unleash your anger on women too. It's all women you try to humiliate, isn't it Brandon? If you're not careful one day a disabled woman you try to humiliate will file a discrimination report or ADA violation on you. Those are very very expensive Brandon. Maybe don't hate women so much?

Phenomenal old-school Italian deli. My Italian sandwich was one of the best I've ever had: packed…read morewith a variety of quality deli meats, provolone, oil and vinegar, and veggies, and served on your choice of a fresh-baked sandwich roll or sub, it will blow your mind and fill your stomach at a reasonable price. Other family members with me had top-notch tuna salad and a chicken Parm platter. There are also lots of prepared foods and bulk meats and cheese to bring home. It's a small space that gets packed (with many regulars), so get there early to avoid a major line. The parking situation is challenging (only a few spaces out front in a cramped lot), so be ready to search for parking on adjacent streets.

This place is a true gem! They have everything you need! Homemade pasta, gnocchi, ravioli.. too…read moremany varieties and flavors to mention! The homemade sausage is superb! We bought some to freeze and bring home! Great deli sandwiches also! Must visit while in Albany!

We rarely leave reviews but this was too good to pass up. This was one of the best breakfasts…read morewe've had ever. Ramona our waitress was attentive and great. The atmosphere in this Albany location was busy and vibrant. The food OMG. The breakfast potatoes were unique and so tasty. The honey butter was amazing. I had the California omelette and my wife and I shared a side of blueberry pancakes that were perfect. Don't miss a chance to visit this restaurant for breakfast if you're in NY capital region.

What a cool spot! First time visiting Cafe Madison! We called ahead and got our names on the list…read moreahead of time! Highly recommend otherwise it would be 15-30 min wait time. Service was great! The cafe itself is super cool and open on the inside. Ordered a water and coffee to start. No issues at all. For the first brunch meal we ordered the fried chicken sandwich with fries. It was delicious and well balanced though a bit messy! Ask for extra napkins! The other brunch meal we ordered was the eggs benedict special that had a spicy sauce and prosciutto as well. It was delicious! Though the sauce was a bit separated. That's an execution issue and not a flavor issue. The flavor was there! If you are in the area. Call ahead get on the wait list and give this spot a try!

First night in Albany brought us to Albany Ale and Oyster…read more Great food and beer here! Whenever there is a Main Brewing Company beer on tap anywhere I am sure to get it. They are an elite beer company. The tuna tartar was delicious and fresh, I really enjoyed it. The oysters on the east coast are always amazing. My wife loved the clam chowder, I tasted it and it was very flavorful. The people with us got an amazing charcuterie board! It was very well put together. There is lots of conversation going on around us but not so loud you can't hear your own.

My partner treated me to lunch at Ale & Oyster. While I was excited to come, my expectations for…read morethe resto were not entirely met: -Our server ignored us for at least half an hour. We couldn't easily flag someone down to take our orders. -Our waters tasted like fish water :( -I ordered a house salad with added shrimp, but I only got 3 pieces of shrimp. It didn't feel like it was worth my money. Not sure if I would return again.

Super friendly owner. Community driven. Large Boars head subs for $10 that are easily two meals…read more Awesome snack selection too. A midtown staple I've enjoyed for over a decade.

Neighborhood staple. Breakfast sandwiches are the best! Be sure to ask for hashbrown on the…read moresandwich, you won't be sorry.

A typical ny Italian deli! It's what you're looking for and more. Funny guys behind the counter and…read moreextra groceries etc for sale in the store. The parking is on the side street and can be tight. It's a nice clean deli with some tables to sit at and enjoy your food. The sub I ordered was exactly as expected! Thanks guys!

I will always support local delis and restaurants however sometimes we have to be honest with…read moreourselves when writing reviews on places that we WANT to love. First off I'm not sure what food people in these reviews are eating, because in my experience the Italian mix sub was very bland, the bread was dry, and the meat looked pale and weird. That ambience of the place was nostalgic which is the reason why I gave it 3 stars and not 2. The woman helping me was friendly enough but made it a point to tell me how gas prices were fine at $4.10 per gallon as long as Trump was the president, which annoyed me because it gives an indication that details don't matter here. Given the taste of the $15 small sub I paid for it definitely tracks. Be your own critic, but for me it's the history of this place and not the food has people coming back. I won't be one of them.

The burgers here are fantastic; great flavor, cooked perfectly, and honestly one of the better…read moresmash burgers I've had in the area. I'm gluten-free, so I choose not to have the potato bun, which is a bummer because it looked amazing. My only gripe is the upcharge for a gluten-free bun. I completely understand paying a bit more for specialty products, but a $3 add-on felt a little steep. It actually kept me from ordering my own burger this time, so I just snagged a bite of my partner's (which was excellent). **I have had the gluten free option before and it was good, but udi's isn't my favorite (doesn't have very clean ingredients). Great tasting burger overall, but I just wish the gluten-free option felt a little more reasonable (or perhaps had a higher quality GF option for the higher price tag).

Really good food! Sometimes you just want fast food that's full of flavor! I always regret eating…read morefast food from a chain because of all the questionable additives and I usually don't feel great afterwards. Everything I've tried so far is really good and crave worthy. I'm already thinking about the next time I get a smash burger or chicken sandwich from here. It's not inexpensive but you are paying for real food that is local and ethically sourced. That is priceless in my opinion. I wish I lived a little closer!