On December 6, 2025, our wedding day unfolded inside the Polish Community Center in Albany, and it…read morefelt like stepping into a holiday dream brought to life. From the moment we arrived that afternoon until the last song played, this venue became the heart of our Christmas celebration--warm, glowing, and unforgettable. When we got engaged in October 2023, we searched everywhere for a venue that felt like "us." We visited beautiful places, but nothing gave us that feeling. Then one day, we saw an event at the Polish Community Center online and decided to go see it for ourselves. The moment we walked through the doors that December, surrounded by garlands, lights, and Christmas trees, it was like the universe said, "This is the one." We knew instantly this was where our story needed to be told. We were blessed to work with Barbara, Kelly, and Anna--three of the kindest, most dedicated people we've met. They listened, guided, reassured, and brought our vision to life in ways we couldn't have imagined. They cared about our wedding as if it were their own. During our tasting, we tried their vegetable lasagna with a white sauce for the first time, and it left us speechless. It was warm, comforting, and full of flavor--just like everything else they offered us. Every choice we made with them felt right. Because our wedding fell between Thanksgiving and Christmas, the timing was perfect. The venue became a breathtaking holiday wonderland. The stage was framed by Christmas trees glowing softly behind us. The garland around the mirrors sparkled with warm lights and festive bows. The bar area transformed with tall, beautifully decorated trees. One staff member even hand-designed ribbon and ornament themes for all the trees in the entire building--details we will never forget. The linens and custom-folded green "Christmas tree" napkins completed the look, making every table feel like a page out of a holiday storybook. On the day itself, everything came together like a perfectly wrapped gift. The appetizers during the cocktail hour--bacon-wrapped scallops, spinach artichoke dip, spring rolls, meatballs--were outstanding. Ted and the bar staff created magic with our signature drink, Lucky's Magic Mistletoe, named after our beloved dog. Guests absolutely adored it. Just before our grand entrance, my wife experienced a small wardrobe crisis. A staff member noticed instantly and called Kathy, who arrived like a guardian angel and fixed the dress with skill and grace. She didn't just save the dress--she saved the moment. While that was happening, more staff brought us plates of food to make sure we ate, knowing how easily couples forget to do that. They cared for us in a way that felt genuine and deeply heartfelt. When our guests first walked into the ballroom, the reactions said it all. Gasps, smiles, whispers of "wow." The 12-foot Christmas tree, the decorated bar trees, the glowing garlands, the gold plates reflecting the lights--everything shimmered with holiday warmth. Sitting together on the stage as newlyweds, quietly taking in the view of the room, we were able to breathe, smile, and truly absorb the beauty of the moment. It was a gift we didn't know we needed. Dinner was exceptional--flavorful, filling, beautifully presented. I still tell people that the vegetable lasagna is one of the best dishes I've ever had. Our dessert and candy tables were massive hits. The staff arranged everything perfectly and replenished items all night long. Guests still talk about how friendly the staff was and how incredible the bartenders were. We could never thank the Polish Community Center enough for what they gave us--a wedding that felt like walking into a living Christmas card. A night full of warmth, beauty, and love. A celebration we will cherish forever. To Barbara, Kelly, Anna, Ted, Kathy, and every staff member who helped create our dream: thank you. You gave us more than a wedding. You gave us a memory we will hold close to our hearts for the rest of our lives. We recommend the Polish Community Center without hesitation. If you want a wedding overflowing with heart, care, beauty, and magic--this is the place where it happens.

While this listing is for the Polonaise Ballroom, it is best known in the area as the Polish…read moreCommunity Center or the PCC. I'd been here several times over many years for luncheon meetings and other similar work gatherings. I was aware that there were times when the members of the PCC would make and sell Polish food to the general public, but I never took advantage of the opportunity. With so many restaurants closed or only selling takeout during the COVID-19 restriction period, I decided to take advantage of the PCC's announcement of what I now understand is a monthly event selling a variety of Polish food for takeout. How it works. They announce on their web page the date of the event and ask you to call a day or two ahead to place your order. During the pandemic you can choose between curb-side pickup or indoor pickup. You must wear a mask to be allowed inside. This event is so popular that you are likely to have to wait for your order even though you will have an assigned pickup time. The food for my 4:30 pickup time was not ready until 5:00. A friend with a 5:15 pickup time did not receive her food until 6:15. The menu includes pierogi, golumpki, kielbasa, and sauerkraut. The Polish Platter ($14) has a good portion of everything and comes with some rye bread. Only one filling is available for the pierogi and that is potato and cheese. I will say that even though the organizational effort could benefit from some improvement, if you're a patient person you'll survive the wait and likely believe, like me, that the food was worth the wait.

We recently attended an event here hosted by Brown's Brewery. The space was is beautiful and…read morecomfortable for the large group of people in attendance. We had a buffet meal with a lot of different food options. We really enjoyed the BBQ and the wings. There's a nice upstairs area with seating that overlooks the floor below

A wonderful event space in Troy, NY for any occasion. Plenty of parking. Excellent staff.read more

This was the best drink that I had my entire 4 day trip in Albany for a conference. They drinks…read morewere well balanced and the soda had great fizz. The ambiance is relaxed and the space is clean with an old school feel. The bar tender was kind and gave our group amazing service. The next time I'm in Albany this will be one of my first stops.

Had a delicious turkey burger on a quick stop in Albany. Tuesday afternoon. Sat next to a couple of…read moreday drinkers.

Only two stars because food was a disappointment. This review is based on food served…read more Luncheon for 160 at River Stone on 9/29/25 Since my last review, the Manor has changed hands. Good: Venue is beautiful (5 Stars) especially on a bright sunny day just as I mentioned in my prior review. There was ample room for a boardwalk for the fashion show and numerous tables for the raffle baskets. The new attractive white chairs with comfortable seat cushions were nice. Bad: The food served was not as good as in past under a different owner. Not even close. Salad and coffee were good. Served one flat bland roll with a dollop of sweet butter. No bread basket on table. The rolled chicken with a sweet bread and herb stuffing was terrible. It was over baked and dry. It was hard to cut, chew, and swallow. A small amount of gravy did not make a difference. Broccoli and sliced potatoes were okay, nothing special. Half of our table ate hardly any chicken. What a waste. The dessert was Strawberry Shortcake. The shortcake tasted salty. Service: Servers were pleasant, and we felt sorry for them only serving water and coffee after the salad service because it took the kitchen almost an hour to get the main dish "plated." We waited too long after the salad was served.

We toured multiple venues in the Albany area for our wedding and we are so happy that we chose…read moreRiver Stone. Our wedding was a perfect day and the venue, the wait staff, and our coordinator Ashley Dariano made it all possible. They just did renovations this year and the property is outstanding. We loved having our ceremony outdoors and then getting to have a climate controlled area for our dinner and reception. We would recommend anyone to have their wedding here!

i recently hosted a baby shower at this venue for my daughter and it was awesome!! The space has…read moreold world charm of exposed brick and hardwood floors. The food was absolutely amazing and plentiful! Amelia, the venue coordinator, helped us plan the perfect day and she was so easy to work with when changes had to be made. I couldn't say enough about the staff as well who were very attentive to our needs! All in all if you need to book a venue consider the Hudson Candy Factory-you will fall in love with the space!

I had my wedding at the Hudson Candy Factory in Troy, NY, and the entire experience was nothing…read moreshort of amazing. We had an intimate wedding of 55 guests. From the very beginning I knew I wanted to be on the river in Troy, so the moment I toured the venue and met Maria, I felt an instant sense of warmth and genuine care. The space is absolutely beautiful, with the charm and character of a historic building paired with the stunning backdrop of the Hudson River. It provided the perfect mix of elegance and uniqueness we were looking for. The personal staff we had the day of the wedding was incredible! They made the entire day flow so smoothly and made sure we didn't have to worry about a thing. And the food... was SO good! Our guests are still talking about how delicious everything was. Choosing the Hudson Candy Factory was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. I can't thank Maria and Ameila enough for their kindness, attention to detail, and the support they gave us from start to finish. If you're looking for a venue that feels personal, picturesque, and full of heart--this is it.

We were greeted upon arrival and given all the details necessary to get started and enjoy. Pay…read morebefore you begin. It was $20 per person, tax included. Reservations requested. This is a "cafeteria style" brunch buffet in which you serve yourself and also are asked to bus and scrape your dishes. I have no issues with this format. This brunch is a well laid out with numerous options. There was eggs, bagels, bread, fruit and many Korean items and some sweets. Ice water, coffee and Tea and apple juice all included with other optional drinks available at a small additional charge. Most were $1 or 2. The Food and atmosphere were both excellent. The Dining room, buffet area, and the coffee and drink sections were very clean and tidy throughout our visit. I didn't take enough pictures but there was 3 lines of tables of different salads, sides, noodles, hard boiled eggs, hot items, fried items, desserts, etc. We sat on the deck, overlooking the grounds and the breeze was nice and weather was perfect. After we took our time eating, we walked the grounds. Great meal and activity. I'll definitely return.

Stopped in today for the full moon festival and lunch buffet. The overall ambiance is that of a…read moredown on its luck convention center. The food was okay, but not great. There is better Korean food in town. What bothered me was that we went for an event and paid event pricing for what seemed to be their regular buffet and there was no event at all. Nothing that was advertised was there (vendors, music, Korean traditions etc). Also, as per the handwritten sign inside, we were charged even more than the advertised rate and though the event said that the walking trail was included with bruch, the sign inside informed us that we would have to pay another $7 on top of the already not-as-advertised rate. Honestly though, we looked down at the walk and it didn't look very appealing anyway. Overall disappointing. And neither of us felt well after eating.

Just had my prom held here! It was a great experience!! Well done! Being on prom committee, I was…read morescared things were going to go wrong or be confusing, but the only thing was that the line to the food was longgg!! but that's not the venue's part! Highly recommend.

So I have one of the most thankless jobs in my office - finding a location for our holiday party…read more I'm on the events committee and we spend a year discussing locations, reviewing options and deciding on a place. One of the other members recommended Franklin Terrace and that's what we went with. They were incredibly well priced for a banquet hall, with a lot of menu options. The place was really well decorated for Christmas, with a cocktail hour and then dinner with stations. The food was plentiful and good, it was banquet food but definitely well done. The staff was outstanding. The feedback I got was overwhelmingly positive and that's pretty rare when 117 people have to agree on something. We've already discussed booking it for next year.

The second we were walking around on our tour of the Crooked Lake House 1 week after our engagement…read morewe both knew we had to be married there! It's so beautiful outside and in and of course the high reputation of the food that Old Daley Inn provides is well known. We signed right then and there for our wedding October 20th, 2013. Working with our wedding coordinator, Elise Testo, was such a pleasure. She provided me with every tool I needed to plan my day and I never felt like I was all alone in the planning process. Every email I sent her was answered nearly immediately and she was always helpful and professional. On the day of the event, Elise and Marty Kearny and staff did an amazing job of trying to keep the little mishaps from me. My hair and makeup people left while I was doing our "first look" with the photographers, and unbeknownst to me, had not done my flower girl's hair. It wasn't until after the wedding I found out Elise herself had taken on the task of curling Becca's hair. Also, when my officiant didn't show they both sprung to action, Elise called the officiant (successfully) while Marty was already making calls to see how quickly they could get a back up there in case they weren't able to reach my officiant. Again, I knew nothing of this until after I was home from the wedding. Marty made sure I had a drink in my hand the entire time and Elise made sure everything ran smoothly for our day. I truly cannot tell you how hard these folks worked and most of which I probably still don't even know about! Our day was perfect, the venue is perfect, the staff is perfect. I truly felt like Cinderella at the ball!

Dinner tonight was good. We enjoyed the evening with friends. We came for the ambiance of the…read more"oak" room. What made the space was the fireplace we were disappointed that it's now just filled with candles not the same as an actual fire or even an electric insert.