The food here is pretty decent. I like a lot of their stuff including their burgers and fries. Over the past few years the costs have gone up exponentially. I used to frequent this place for lunch but now I go every 6 months or so. It seems clean and the staff are nice. read more

My boss and I were at a nearby training conference and needed something for lunch. We checked out some neighborhood options and then walked into Cafe One Eleven. It's a straightforward luncheonette style place with an open kitchen. The staff is friendly and working efficiently. I had a solid sandwich, turkey, melted cheese, onions, some dressing on a buttery griddled bread. Got me through the rest of the day. Definitely a good option for a neighborhood lunch. read more

Cafe One Eleven - Buttery and tasty turkey sandwich! - Cafes Near Me - Albany, New York

I've only tried two of the items on the menu for lunch, Big Stan (twice) and Big L. I thoroughly enjoy both sandwiches. I will continue to frequent Cafe One Eleven. I look forward to trying more items on the menu! read more

First off the service is outstanding every employee acts as if we're long lost friends it's amazing the food is so good and the prices you can't beat it I recommend breakfast and lunch for sure read more

A good cafe, nice location for state workers or workers near the Capitol or Education Building. Prices are good but food is okay; nothing fancy. It's confusing on where you order when you step in the place because they have a long counter that goes across the one wall. The only obvious sign is up for a hamburger line so makes it seem like everything else is ordered in the furthest area. Then you can pay for your purchase either after you get you meal or before which can also be a little confusing probably if very busy. I don't know how they keep track. The food is simple and okay. The hamburgers are usually bigger then the roll they serve them in and also when I bought a tuna sub it was served in a roll bigger then the amount of tuna that was in it. They're prices are good but I still rather have a roll filled with the adequate ratio of food supplied. The burgers are very tasty once you get past the roll burger ratio. The tuna is very dry. Some items they have served out of crock pots such as the buffalo chicken is served in too many small chunks for my liking so I haven't ordered that again. Their fries are very delicious and crispy and seasoned to perfection. If you want an okay meal at a good price this is a great option. read more

Cafe One Eleven - The Joe Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Albany, New York

The word is correct, cafe 111 is Manhattan quality. Crazy nice people and hot fresh coffee.

Cafe 111 is a ____ spot for lunch. I struggle with finding the best adjective to describe it. It isn't fantastic, and it will not blow your mind, but it certainly does the job. They sell calories for somewhat reasonable prices. The staff is always friendly. Many menu items are pretty greasy, but sometimes I want greasy. The healthier options generally lack flavor. I still come here semi-regularly, because the location is convenient and prices are cheaper than much of the competition. Correction: I come here semi-regularly during the colder months; because if the food trucks are outside, you won't find me at Cafe 111. But, if you want a sandwich or burger, this is a safe option. Although, I'm willing to bet you can make something much better at home. So, I probably haven't sold you on coming here, but I'm not sure I was trying to. "Come buy calories for somewhat reasonable prices!" It's a good thing I don't work in sales. read more

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My turkey club (they call it something else and put chipotle mayo in it) was solid though not terribly memorable. It came with a bag of chips but the only option was original lays. They should really get at least the other lays flavors, if not some cheetos and sun chips. read more

This place is a great local gem. I've always had great food here. The best part is the staff and service. Always warm and welcoming, willing to accommodate modifications on orders, and just generally great people. read more

Cafe one eleven is one of my go to places for lunch during the work week. It's quick, friendly, and most importantly the food is good. The menu consists of sandwiches, wraps, burgers, salads, soups, and a few different breakfast items. I typically get some sort of wrap every time I come and they've been really good. I've seen many of the other menu items and everything looks great. Everything is really fairly priced, between $6-$8 which is perfect for lunch. The people who work there are super friendly and it's quick. There is ample seating which is also a plus. They take credit cards which I feel like I have to point out since so many places downtown don't. For a great, quick lunch downtown, cafe one-eleven is a great choice! read more

The prices are amazing for the quality and amount of food you get. I got the Big L and the garlic mayo totally made the sandwich. Not to mention the fact that it had broccoli rabe on it. My boyfriend enjoyed his Burger, which came with fries. She told him if they were to crispy for him she'd make him a new batch. They also cooked your burger to your liking. Service was very friendly, and they address a lot of people by name, so you know that this place is good if locals keep returning. The only downer was having to pay the meter, and there wasn't a lot of tables if you wanted to sit in and eat around lunch hour. (I assume this place gets swarmed) But seating was decent otherwise. Will be retuning. read more

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One thing up front: I have only ever eaten a burger at Cafe One Eleven. Coworkers have gotten other dishes and I have heard no complaints. But for me the burger is king. Service is good and everyone is polite. The place is clean and comfortable. I like sitting on the barstool watching people go by. Overall this is what I want in a cafe/diner! read more

Stopped in here to kill some time before a meeting and grab a bite to eat. The staff was so friendly and they knew all their customers by name. My burger was one of the best I've had in a long time and the fries I could eat for breakfast lunch and dinner. Definitely recommend this place to anyone who is in the area. Quick, clean and great service! read more

Let me start out by saying I am allergic to, and can't stand the taste of dill. Imagine my surprise when I get back to the office to find out my tartar sauce, which is traditionally mayonnaise and sweet relish, had copious amounts of dill in it. Absolutely disgusting. I had to eat my fish fry and fries dry because no one bothered putting ketchup, napkins or utensils in the bag, either. Warn your customers when you decide to experiment with a simple sauce so we can make informed choices. I was not happy I paid $12.50 for an inedible lunch. read more

Cafe One Eleven is open for breakfast and lunch and is very popular with office workers downtown. They have good prices and portions and an interesting rotation of soups. The people who work there are friendly and fun. read more

This place has the cafeteria contract for the NYS Education Department, where I work. They usually have the same daily menus, but the restaurant usually has more baked goods. The food is fairly good and service is usually outstanding. They aren't as good as the nearby Better Bite deli, but their prices aren't as high either. read more

They use kaiser rolls on their burgers. Fries were pretty good. They only have Coca-Cola products as far as I can tell. read more

I chose this place based on existing yelp reviews. I was blown away by the great & friendly service, the fantastic food, and the really good prices. I don't think you could go wrong by eating here any time of day! read more

I love this place. It's across the street from my job. They make everything fresh and food taste good. Did I mention the customer service is great also. I would recommend this for anyone look for a great breakfast or lunch. And the prices are reasonable. read more

A great place to get burgers downtown. Cafe 111 is a nice little place with a small diner feel. There is enough seating for about 2 dozen diners and also have a very good take out service. I've had the salads and burger from here and each were very good. The salads seemed fresh and we're a good lunch size. The Burgers are made to order and we're cooked to temp whether I order medium or medium well. They have 6 or 7 varieties and each were delicious and came with a good portion of fries or substituted with a small portion of cold salad (coleslaw, potatoe salad, etc...) They also have wraps and chicken sandwiches, neither of which I tried. For a time I ordered from here once a week when I wanted a burger but not one of those fast food burgers. read more

Soup was great ( chicken and dumplings)...not too salty, hot, real carrots, real chicken Service professional and friendly. Good prices $4 for 12 oz soup read more

Great value for the price. Super clean, super tasty, and quick. Close to the Albany Institute of History and Art.

Good food, friendly service. Prices are actually reasonable compared to other local establishments in the area.

Woohoo! As good as it gets! The ordering and "Line" setup is a little confusing, but the burgers ROCK! Say goodbye to the BUTT-ery; and hello to the betta-bite's worst nightmare! I don't want to waste time on the competition, so make sure you check out Cafe 111 before you "lose your money in another nearby establishment". read more

Need a quick and inexpensive lunch during the work day? This is your spot. The burgers rival any around the Capital region, cooked to order. Great sandwiches and subs; they don't skimp on meat or fixings. Food is fresh and good variety too. Staff are always friendly, even when it gets busy. read more

I had a breakfast sandwich from here today... they use REALLLLL eggs not those rubbery ones like a lot of other places use... and they cook them to order!!! By far the best breakfast sandwich Ive had and it was HUGE!! Can't wait to try their lunch items! read more

Can't beat the prices! Food is good, portions are big, and the staff is friendly. Owner is excellent. She really cares about her business! Highly recommended. read more

I'm quite suspicious of all the five and four star reviews here. The food is fine sure, and the service is reasonably quick, but nothing about it is memorable at all. There is no reason anyone would eat here unless they worked next door, which the clientele obviously does. You'd be better off brown bagging it frankly. read more

good food - nice prices, fast, clean and friendly. great coffee and egg sandwiches, and lunches are super generous and filling. Plan to split the sandwiches or you'll need to nap at your desk...LOL. super good burgers- I'm looking to trying some of the other specialty sandwiches. read more