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Bully Dogs Hot Dogs

Bully Dogs Hot Dogs

3.3(3 reviews)
14.2 mi

Those Snappy NYC Style hot dogs topped with pretty much ANYTHING you could ever want... just Yum!!…read moreAnd wallet friendly too!!

If I could give this place 2 different ratings I would. One for food quality, the other for ethics,…read morehonesty and moral compass. For food quality is was delicious. Everything was tasty and the meat sauce was great! I would give them 5 stars. However, I will never go back ...I would NEVER give them my business again! We found this place online, and asked them if they would like to come to a tournament we were hosting at a local school as a part of the concessions. The fundraising would consist of a portion of the hot dogs that were sold that day, a small portion would go back to our organization. The stand was successful and everybody enjoyed having them there! When it was actually time to cut a check for our portion of the fundraiser we never heard from them. When I did finally reach the owner he told me we would receives flat $75. Which I thought was great! When I asked how many hot dogs were sold, (for my own curiosity, and to report back to the board, the owner got very angry and defensive. He stated it was none of my business how much they sold and did not need to share those numbers with us, and so on. Considering that the agreement was agreed upon how many hot dogs were sold/ we would receive a portion of it..... it was an important piece of information. To this day we have sadly never heard from him again. We basically gave him a venue for the day, and he was dishonest and never gave the proceeds for that fundraiser back to the youth organization. The story has a very predictable ending..... I bet you can guess what we never received in the mail? No matter how great an establishment is, if the foundation of it is built from dishonesty, and lack of conscience for what is right, I cannot support that business. This was 2 years ago.... plenty of time to do right. - 5 stars if that was an option

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Alima's African Cuisine

Alima's African Cuisine

3.0(2 reviews)
32.1 mi

I had the pleasure of eating Alima's cuisine at a vegan food festival in Troy recently, of all the…read morefoods it smelled the best, every dish I wanted to try! I don't recall the name of the dish but it was delicious! Black eyed peas & rice, tomato/onion topping and cabbage salad, it all worked so well together and I was blown away by how flavorful the tomatoey "sauce" was. Beware of the hot sauce if you are not sure, I was not prepared lol, but I'm sure the spice lovers out there would've been happy. Would love to eat here again overall!

One of my favorite things is discovering new purveyors of international food. So I was very…read moreintrigued when I saw Alima's West African food stand at an area market. The menu sounded awesome. The curry green beans and the lentil soup seemed like a good place to start and we also got a bunch of the fresh drinks including lemonade with mint, hibiscus tea and the regular lemonade. All that excitement and anticipation went out the window 2 seconds after paying. Every one of the drinks was diluted to within an inch of its life. It was like we were drinking tap water with literally 1 drop of flavor. And at $4 a cup, I felt that it was a major rip off. As for the food, it was not served hot and the flavor wasn't bold or interesting. I felt let down on every front and having spend nearly $30 on everything, I also felt a bit cheated. One star. Not very good at all, would not recommend.

Umana Yana - Jollof Rice Jerk Lamb Lollipops  Slaw

Umana Yana

4.6(365 reviews)
14.0 mi
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Umana Yana - Washington Ave, Albany, NY If you're looking to…read morestep outside of the ordinary and experience bold flavors in a welcoming atmosphere, Umana Yana is a must-visit. This was my second time here--my first visit was dining in with friends, and this time I ordered takeout. Both experiences were consistently impressive. Known for its Ethiopian dishes and outstanding vegan cuisine, Umana Yana brings African culture to life through its vibrant décor, flavorful food, and thoughtfully crafted drinks. Every detail reflects passion and authenticity. It's no surprise that actress Tabitha Brown made a stop in Albany to experience the restaurant's highly praised vegan offerings. That's a testament to the reputation they've built. For my meal, I ordered the jerk lamb lollipops, jollof rice, and slaw. The lamb was tender, juicy, and packed with just the right amount of jerk seasoning. The jollof rice was rich, well-seasoned, and full of flavor, while the slaw added a fresh, crisp balance to the meal. On my previous visit, I tried the wings and waffles, and they were equally delicious. Two visits, two different meals, and not a single disappointment. Whether you're a longtime fan of African cuisine or looking to try something new, Umana Yana offers an experience that's just as memorable as the food itself. If you don't know, now you know. Add Umana Yana to your list--you won't regret it!

Service: 1 Just…read morebought some property in Albany, NY with my man, all the way from Los Angeles, CA!! It was a cloudy day, we wanted some decent Caribbean food & found Umana. Black businesses in LA respect their people and take their businesses very seriously, so I assumed this place would do the same. Unfortunately, we were treated like pests over a small misunderstanding. The waitress-Mercy, misheard me on our drink preferences & began giving us the good ol " Caribbean" cold shoulder . Why so sensitive? The sorrel sangria had way too much cinnamon. Also, I wanted pikliz with my meal, but she did not return after the drink mishap. We quickly learned, this is not a BLACK BUSINESS, this is an AFRICAN BUSINESS & they will quickly show you the difference. Food & Drink: 3 Goat roti gave a a little stomach ache, but it was decent. Oxtain was not tender, not good. The plate was mostly bones & gravy & rice. Plantains & jollof were good. The drinks were delicious though, but they were not strong at all. Price: 2 Spent 100$ so basically 25$ for each item, including the drinks. Overpriced and very small portions. The sides are literal pints, like the babyfood jar size. I was like ??? We usually pay this much at high scale Haitian restaurants in Manhattan, and completely understand the price because we are experiencing amazing customer service, food, ambience &scenery. Better to order takeout, but i heard it very difficult to do that here. Idk lol weird. Black/Indigenous Americans, do not bring your money here. You are not completely welcome here.

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