Brunch in Albany was a new experience for me. I decided to try this spot out and was pleasantly…read moresurprised. The atmosphere is very modern, with all the bells and whistles. The color scheme is amazing, and the service is second to none. They move efficiently throughout the restaurant; they don't have just one person assigned to each table but use a group approach, and you can order at the table with the app, which is cool. Bartender Benny was great! The food, I'll say, was fair. I do believe the prices don't fully reflect the quality, but the overall feel is great. The champagne machine is a great touch, so that was unique. This is a very upscale brunch, but it's worth the hype for the decor. Parking is not the easiest, but it's worth it.

The Scene is super easy to locate on Western Ave. When you pull into the lot do not turn left to…read morefind a spot. Turn right and head directly to the overflow lot. This lot is rocky and wet but the main lot was full and circling back on Western Ave was not fun. Saturday at 130pm was a busy time and I was unable to find a table. There was a seating area with three dingy white chairs and a small low top table where I was able to sit. The chairs need to be re- upholstered! The stains are so noticeable on the white fabric. I started to order using the QR code but it was involved so simply order at the counter. The server will give you a table number and you can relax before your order is delivered. My coffee drink was served incorrectly in a to go container despite having an in house table marker and having my food brought to me. I waited in line at the counter and asked if my drink order was correct? The sever asked if I liked espresso?? I replied by showing him the display picture of the drink and his response was Oh we were out of glasses. The pastry was fluffy and crusty but not as substainal as it appears before you take a bite. Despite the service issue the items I ordered were well flavored and delicious . I would return and try a full menu item.

Iron Gate is the perfect Albany brunch spot. The food is consistently excellent, and today was no…read moreexception. My son had a grilled cheese on sourdough with an ideal cheese pull, along with a terrific Tuscan chicken soup. I kept it simple and tried the the blueberry and peach sangria, which was refreshing and well balanced. The charm of the old home setting sets this place apart and makes the experience stand apart from other Albany restaurants. We love coming here and will definitely be back.

OMG! Such a great time! We went on Saturday in early January. I had always heard great things about…read moretheir Sunday brunches. I had tried to go previously on a sunday in the line was almost to the curb. It was dead of winter , so I decided to go someplace else. I'm so happy that I decided to go on a Saturday. They do call ahead reservations , which is great. We had a table of three, and we were seated with a minute of our time. The staff was very friendly, and the food was amazing. I was very pleased that this wasn't an affordable outing with the rising costs of everything. The three of us made a pack to return again and i'm looking forward to it soon.

I am absolutely obsessed with the fruit parfait. It is quite literally the best!!! I work in office…read more2 days a week and they are right around the corner and my first order of business when I get into the office is to order the fruit parfait that I was daydreaming about until I am able to get it. Their other food is just as amazing but that parfait hits me right in my foodie loving heart. LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!!!!! I do not know too much about the ambiance as I only order for delivery.

Easily one of the top breakfast/brunch spots in the region, and with their expanded seating, a much…read moreshorter wait. (Though it's going to get busy 9am to 11 am on weekends/holidays.). Also great for vegetarians with their alternative meat options and wide selection. The top hits on the menu are too vast to list, so do what I do, get the special each time and be pleasantly surprised. Last weekend was lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberry compote. And black coffee just like my dad always ordered.

Now since I was splitting the area for points Northeast & needed a large breakfast for filling up…read morepurposes good thing I had some weird sleeping last night & in turn after turning in my room key for place we'll cover after you'll see why. Opted for two pancakes, two eggs (over hard) home fries & sausage patties & yes black coffee. Overall portions done well/accurate & service was promptly done (one who was my servers Mothers Day remembered me) and even if after the opening bell still adequate time to get set, served, eat & go from there and still same atmosphere (checked on the music played & turns out mix of Puerto Rico & Mexico) & if you noticed the photos yes they have unique plates/cups.

What an awesome little diner! It gives the feel of an old 50's style diner. Our waitress was super…read morefriendly and helpful and attentive to our needs. The food was amazing, cooked fresh and served hot. We will definitely be back next year on our annual trip out this way.

Came here for a girls' night dinner with friends and had a great experience. The place is clean,…read moremodern, and beautifully bright. The waiting area near the entrance is spacious, so you can comfortably chat while waiting for your table. The staff were very friendly and professional. My friend ordered the half chicken and I had the beef burger. Both dishes were nicely presented and delicious. The burger looked a little small at first, but it was actually very filling -- I didn't even touch the fries! We shared a cheesecake for dessert and it was light, fresh, and really tasty. Overall, it was the perfect spot to relax, catch up with friends, and enjoy a lovely evening. We'll definitely be back!

Josie's Table serves yummy food with fantastic service, in a lively atmosphere. If you are looking…read morefor a quiet place to dine, this is not that place. If you are looking for crave-able bites and you do not mind a bit of crowd chatter, go. You will not be disappointed. The only critique I had was that the cheesy dip and an herbed butter was served with already buttered bread. It was very greasy, and unnecessarily so. The mushroom pasta was incredibly good.

If you're look for something savory or something sweet, the Skinny Pancake in Albany has something…read morefor you. We stopped in on a Friday morning. It wasn't busy so we were able to go right in and be seated. The server gave us a warm greeting as we entered and asked if we had been there before. She explained the online ordering or that we could walk up to the counter and place our order. The brewed drip coffee is bottomless and self service. They offer lattes and and espresso drinks as well. We placed our order and the server delivered it to our table. We tried "The Vegan" which is a buckwheat batter crepe stuffed with seitan, vegan pesto, vegan cheese, spinach, roasted squash, and caramelized onions. We shared an order of crispy and perfectly seasoned homefries. I ordered a sweet crepe from the special menu which was a buckwheat crepe filled with a blueberry compote, semisweet chocolate morsels, and toasted coconut with candied pecans. It was so rich but so good. We loved the atmosphere, the friendly staff, and the numerous plant-based options and ability to convert several menu items into vegan dishes. We will definitely be back and since we have told so many friends about our experience, will will not be coming back alone!

Fantastic place with lots of seating, friendly staff, great music and delicious food…read more I had the early riser crepes which was abundant and fresh made. To go I ordered the winter blues salad for my dinner in my hotel. Highly recommend. Will definitely patronize again when I'm in Albany for business.

I think this is the, absolute, best place to sit down and eat. The food is impeccable. Southern…read morecomfort, right on Broadway, the fried chicken and short rib dishes are undefeated. They have a hot honey sauce to pair with the chicken, please stop by. Service is excellent, once I left a bit late and I'm so sorry I did but management was super polite about it.

Amazing food. Definitely will be back. Service and ambience was spectacular as well…read more Only complaint was the brussel sprouts were cooked inconsistently

The atmosphere and vibe of this cafe is amazing!…read more The entertainment on weekends are nothing that I have experienced anywhere else. Mr. Ventura is always polite, attentive and accommodating. The staff are as well! Really giving you that welcoming hometown coffee shop feeling. Considering I drive 30 minutes out of my way to grab a bite to eat. That should say enough about how delicious the food is. But if I must, the food is just as excellent! The Love Salad is my favorite! They also have gluten free options! This is Just a steller place to experience!

Nice cafe. The coffee was excellent. Lots of chicory in the Vietnamese coffee that I got. Was as…read moregood as what one gets in a Vietnamese restaurant. I also got the chocolate torte. It was gooey, sweet and very chocolaty. I am sure the small piece had 1000 calories They were getting ready for a sold out show so we didn't stay for long. A nice cafe to visit if you are in the area.

The food was amazing, service was incredible. Super quick!! Great ambiance too, absolutely loved…read morethe set up and feel. I'm not removing a star for this because it was only one song, but they put on a screamo metal song. I love all music but it was pretty loud and jarring for the cozy 50's inspired space. If it was put on again, i probably would do take out next time.

Great little resturaunt in Troy - basic fare as well as some more creative options- such as French…read moreomelets, leek gravy and goat cheese. Also a good selection of vegetarian options. I got the basic 2 eggs, homefres, toast and bacon. I usually steer away feom home fries because many places under cook them. They cooked their home fries perfectly. Son got the French toast which he absolutely loved. It was thick, covered in cinnamon sugar and you could tell it was homemade. Great vibe, super nice waitstaff , would come here again.

Yelpers and hard-to-please Redditors praised Umana Yana but I was initially unclear on the "must…read morehave" items given the fusion aspects. Umana Yana is named after a Guyana location but much of the fare is African. In addition to scouring photos I even looked on DoorDash for popular items. The jerk lamb lollipops and red curry fish tacos were excellent. Umana Yana is an expert in spice and sauce, and also has a knack for combining fire and sweetness. The lamb has plenty of built-in flavor but was also adorned with a topping vaguely in the pico de gallo paradigm along with pineapple, and there's a green sauce on the side.

This place has AMAZING food and drinks! Best Ethiopian food I've ever had, and I've had food made…read moreby Ethiopians several times. They make food from many places, and do it well. Awesome Tamarind Margarita. My husband also lived his food and drink, whatever that was. Chris was a great server. Can't wait to go back.