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.

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.

Service is spectacular food is great and the place is gorgeous we are always pleased…read more Good cappuccinos.

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.

Waffle House aspires to be be Dan's place. Unassuming hometown diner where everyone knows everyone…read moreand you get what you ordered and it's spot on every time. Cash only. Beat the lines and fights for street parking and get you an omelette made by Tommy with fresh eggs right in front of you while you wait. 10/10

This place is awesome. Family owned and operated for 47 years 37 at this location 3rd generation…read moreoperated. The food is very good. This is the perfect little diner. Cash only which is key. Never had a bad experience at a cash only joint. Hungry and on the run this is your spot.

It was your typical IHOP experience. Great and sassy staff, crappy coffee with great creamer, lip…read morestick on the coffee glass and hair in my food. The IHOP itself was super cute though. It reminded me of one my family always went too. Very small and all of the things going on at once. All in all, it is what it is. Don't have high expectations, but good for a quick pop in and out. They did have pumpkin pancakes though and those were PHENOMENAL!!

The waiter was very rude when someone is trying to correct them for charging twice on a meal…read more the hostess/manager is very rude with his smelly breath.. quick to assume that I am a regular customer that causes issues when I am never there I go to that establishment once a year, so therefore, I will NOT be coming back to your poor ass establishment with your disrespect not know how to cook people. My food was very cold( my fries ) my bacon was uncooked . My silverware was dirty on why I had to ask for a cup of hot water. then again, you have the audacity to be mad about something that I'm paying for.

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.

The renovations in this restaurant are spectacular. Semi-private dining, lots of space. The service…read moreis very professional! Fresh warm rolls came and I ordered a side Caesar salad which was surprisingly big. It had lots of shaved Parmesan and fresh romaine lettuce and the Caesar dressing was really good. My friend got the side Mr. D's salad and it was huge. Lots of cranberries and mandarin oranges, cheddar cheese, almonds, and lots of fresh greens. It had garlic dressing. I wished I had ordered that! We ordered the crabcakes as an appetizer. It came with two nice sized crabcakes. They were meaty and tasty. I ordered the salmon and shrimp with rice. It may have been a special because I don't see it on their menu and I forget what the glaze or sauce was that was on it. It was a little overwhelming but I just took some off and it was actually very good. I think it was wine based. Two big fat shrimp and a nice piece of salmon cooked to perfection. The brussels sprouts were cooked and spiced just right. The rice was good too. Large portions of everything. I was here at a conference and I never think of stopping by here and just grabbing some bread pudding. I will have to keep that in mind!

The Scarlet Vetter says.... I was at the Desmond for a conference and got hungry, late one evening…read moreand decided with my husband to go to the restaurant in the hotel. We were seated right away at a nice table, and the waiter immediately came over to bring water and take drink orders. I have to say the service was excellent throughout. My husband ordered french onion soup and a burger with fries, and I ordered the lamb entree. My 2 lamb T-bones were cooked perfectly, and I was served with a generous amount of mashed potatoes, which were quite good and a side of cauliflower in a special sauce. My husband said the french onion soup was good, but a little salty. He reported that the burger was "okay" and not very juicy or flavorful. I liked the glass of wine I ordered. The ambiance was nice and it was quiet enough to be able to talk without raising our voices. I would definitely come back to this restaurant and try it again on the basis of the fact that my lamb dinner was so good with quite generous portions.

Can't believe it took me this long to check out the Olde English Pub! We came here for quick drinks…read moreand apps after an event and ended up staying a while! Our bartender Olivia was super nice and ended up chatting with us for a while too! The sausage rolls and dipping fries came highly recommended by her and we opted for the sausage rolls which definitely did not disappoint and were delicious! They have some good bar food options. Kitchen closes at 10pm but the bar is open until 11pm. We also got to try some of their beers and ciders before committing which was really nice as well. And their pickle back shots were also a fun addition. Overall even without a crowd, it's a chill pub to check out in the area!

Absolutely love the vibe of this pub!! The bartender Candace was so sweet and great with her…read morerecommendations. Love the sausage rolls and the spicy chicken tortilla soup was my favorite. Can't wait to travel back to Albany so I can come back!!

Any time we visit our daughter at her nearby college is a great time, Illusive made it even…read moregreater! We ran an errand nearby and I found Illusive on Yelp. We approached just as they were opening for the day on a Saturday. (Slightly after noon) Not seeing many cars in the neighborhood and having the gps seem to "arrive" outside of an empty lot was an inauspicious start but when we pulled fully into the lot, we saw that they had put some work into the place and it had a nice modern look. Didn't get to take advantage of the nice outdoor seating area because the weather was rainy. We were greeted by friendly staff and seated at a comfortable table. Our timing was impeccable because the place was full within the next half hour. Our waitress deserves her own paragraph! She knew the menu inside and out and had tremendous pride in the food served and the awards they've won! Illusive is a "foodie" restaurant, every dish is elevated yet remains unfussy. For appetizers, we shared the street corn dip and tater tot poutine. The street corn dip was creamy and zesty. The tater tot poutine was revelatory, the cheese was melted perfectly, the gravy wasn't some jarred nonsense, and the tots themselves were crispy. I enjoyed the different textures of it, some more cheesy and some more gravy. My wife enjoyed a chicken Caesar salad and my daughter enjoyed a grilled chicken pesto sandwich. Her sandwich was a nice enough portion that she finished it leftover for dinner! I enjoyed the buffalo lemon pepper wings, the sauce was a nice blend of heat and zesty flavor. I appreciated the amount of wings they served, some restaurants are going for "shrinkflation" but Illusive provides a full portion! We received quality and personable service throughout a delicious meal, we will gladly return!

This spot has the location of an unknown restaurant with little to no street recognition -- until…read moreyou step inside and look at the menu and realize it's actually an award‑winning place. As the name suggests, this restaurant is a bit elusive. It's hidden from street view and, unfortunately, sits right next to a highway ramp. That said, once you're inside, the location quickly becomes irrelevant. I've tried a few things here over time, but most notably, the burgers. Every burger I've had has been excellent -- I honestly haven't tasted one I didn't like. We also tried the wings, which appear to have earned some awards of their own, and they absolutely lived up to the hype. They looked and tasted fantastic. Each wing was carefully garnished with chives, and the sauce was generously slathered over them. They were messy, indulgent, and downright delicious. I personally love getting down and dirty with wings, though I could see how that might not be everyone's preference. The staff have always been pleasant and helpful. While the food can sometimes take a bit longer to come out, it's clearly made with care and has always been worth the wait.