At the recommendation of a friend I wound up at Perfect Blend in Delmar for brunch on a recent…read moreSaturday. My guess is that 11am was prime time for this bakery-cafe. The place was packed. Many people seemed to be standing around the front counter waiting for take out orders. Despite the lines, both customers and staff seemed very nice. People stepped aside to make room for one another and did so with a smile. I never thought we'd find a seat in this crowded place but there was turnover. After putting in our orders, we sat down. A short time later, the kitchen staff emerged carrying our orders and calling my name. The coffee is good. A little on the strong side. I also ordered a $9 BC Eagle breakfast sandwich. It consisted of 2 eggs on a roll with a sausage patty, cheddar cheese, hash browns and hot sauce. Both the coffee and the sandwich were piping hot and hit the spot. The eatery is clean and cheerful. There are wood block table tops and outlets in the metal table columns where you can charge your devices. The front dining area is decorated with music posters. Some for Phish though most were Dave Matthews Band posters. Adding to the eclectic look of the place were the crazy overhead light fixtures made from kitchen tools including cheese graters and a flour sifter. The display cases are filled with tantalizing baked goods. There appears to be more seating in the rear but with the lines I knew I'd never make it that far. I'm not sure why Perfect Blend doesn't have better ratings on Yelp. The crowds would be an indication that it's a popular place. My friend and I really enjoyed our meal. Parking was easy, too. I parked on the street and there appears to be some parking behind the business. It's a bustling neighborhood eatery that serves up good food without breaking the bank. I'd be happy to come back for another meal.

This will be one of my new go-to breakfast cafes!! I've always passed by Perfect Blend and one of…read moremy friends recommended it to me as well so I had to stop by while on a walk on the rail trail with some friends! Sooo yummy! They have such a fun selection of specialty coffees and regular coffees. The banana bread latte was so good-not overwhelmingly sweet nor artificial tasting. They also offer smoothies and other drinks as well. I loved the breakfast sandwiches. The Vermonster was delicious and the biscuit was so soft and buttery. My friend also enjoyed her bagel sandwich and their muffins and pastries looked so yummy. There's lots of seating indoor and outdoor and is such a popular spot. The workers were very nice and everything came out efficiently. Such a cute place, would highly recommend!

I went here after attending the Rhinebeck NY Sheep and Wool festival. I wasn't sure if we were…read morewould get there before it closed, but was happy to see the friendly staff had extended the hours. The yarn shop was larger than I expected and I purchased a lot more yarn here, than at the crowded festival. I even bought some awesome fluffy pom-poms at a reasonable price. Loved it here, it was peaceful after the crowds at the festival. Great distillery across the street to entertain the rest of my group while I shopped in peace.

This shop is a must visit if you're anywhere within an hour's drive! Great selection of yarn &…read moreaccessories, wonderful people and a beautiful atmosphere. I was returning to Toronto from a girls' weekend at a lake house in CT and included the shop on my route home. I was planning to only allow myself 30min, but stayed for over an hour. I came away with some lovely yarn for a new project, an extra skein (just because it was a gorgeous colour), a cute project bag and some stitch markers to share with knitting friends. I had a wonderful chat with Jodi, who is recently retired from her teaching career and the new owner of the shop! She is so excited about this new venture and preparing for the upcoming NY Sheep & Wool Festival. Go visit this lovely shop! You won't regret it!

On the smaller side and very industrial feel to the space. Coffee is tasty and barista was friendly…read moreenough. Not a huge menu but enough if you're just looking for a tasty coffee.

I had a great cappuccino made with whole milk. They do offer alternative as well. My son got the…read morechai. The employee said it was very ginger forward before ordering and my son decided to get it & didnt like it. He said it was too ginger forward, but the employee warned him. My son normally likes Chai but he said it was just to much ginger. They do offer small batch sandwiches made locally. They do not have any syrups here. Its all about the coffee. I did see some bakery items available. Very nice employees. There is a bar area to sit and tables. Plenty of parking

Went there last Saturday 4/25/26 to celebrate my daughter's birthday. There were 7 of us. We had a…read more5 pm reservation. The food was incredible, the service was excellent. Prices reasonable. Will go again soon. Seating was comfortable as well.

First time coming here on our way back from Herkimer, New York…read more Jose was our server and he was amazing. We saw a sign on the door that if you danced your way to your table, you got something free... So we danced! We got a free taco and a free shot! We started off with the patron tree and ordered mango, peach, raspberry, and strawberry. We opted for on the rocks versus frozen. All of them were very good not overly sweet. For apps, we got chips and homemade salsa with the diablito queso (jalapeños) We ordered the Birria tacos, and the three taco combination with Carnitas and tacos al Pastor. There's a cute little photo station and a chill bar set up.

An extremely solid 4 1/2 stars. I am a card-carrying meat eater, but I do love well done vegan…read morefood. I drove over from Kingston, just to have dinner here. I was seated right away. My server True, was very nice and she took very good care of me. When you sit down, they give you their regular menu, but then, they also bring a chalkboard of their specials, right to your table. I decided to go with the pasta marinara with the Un-meatballs. To drink, I ordered a ginger ale. That "ginger ale" was a full on ginger beer. It definitely had the ginger "kick" to it, it was very, very good. My food comes, and it is a huge portion. It came with a nice sized side salad, the lettuce was beautifully, crisp, and I'm not sure what the dressing was, but it was delicious, and it, was dressed just right. Not over, not under. It also came with a garlic bread with a "vegan butter" very well done. The main course, was also very very good. The pasta was perfectly Al dente, and the marinara was very good. It had a rich flavor. The Un-meatballs, I could tell that the texture was a little bit different, but they were 100% delicious. Seasoned oh so very well. If I didn't know, I might have thought they were the "real thing" . The only reason I'm taking away a half a star, was the meatballs were just a little bit cool in the middle. Not enough that they took away from the flavor, but enough that I did notice it. Not worth sending back. Maybe they should double check the meatballs with a thermometer. I took some of my pasta in a to go container, and was about to get my check, but then True asked me if I wanted dessert. The "Apple crumble à la mode" caught my eye. I asked her what they used for the "ice cream" and she said it was a cashew based dessert. Curiosity piqued, I decided to go for it. Wow! A total Home run. The apples were not over sweet, and just had a tiny bit of a " bite" to them. Just right. There was a granola topping, and that "ice cream?" it had a softer consistency, but other than that, it tasted just like the real thing. I would gladly plop down in front of my TV with a giant bowl of that stuff. I jokingly asked True, "are you sure you didn't slip me a scoop of the real stuff?" it was that good... The Price for everything was a bit on the high end, but for the quantity and quality, very reasonable. I will come back. Thank you.

Cute little cafe. Came for the ceremonial grade matcha lattes several times when we were staying…read morenearby. The milk options are oat and soy. The matchas were enjoyable. It gets pretty busy but very efficient when ordering drinks at the counter. The space is small and a little crowded at times. I would definitely like to try food next time too!

Where are you celebrating life today? Viva Empanadas is a…read moregreat spot to do just that! The Albany location at 90 N.Pearl Street is visually stunning while the empanadas are a true fiesta for the taste buds. Popped in for a late lunch where we enjoyed the tropical lemonade and the empanada special. Shrimp D'verde, Spinach & cheese, and Colombianita for me Classic Cheese, Vegan-licious, and D'verde for my friend The gentleman at the table across from us ordered the rotisserie chicken which looked and smelled amazing - might have to go back to try it soon! They also have a weekend brunch menu served from 10-2 that looks epic.

I had a lovely dinner at viva Empanadas - the Cuban Ropa Vieja, which was a flank steak dish. The…read moresteak was stewed in vegetables and spices, and accompanied by plantains. It was a very filling dish and nicely cooked, well plated. My server was great. If you're downtown looking for dinner this is a much better option than the hotel restaurants down the road. I picked one of their featured glasses of red wine and it paired well with the steak.

Whitman's Brewery was exactly what we needed after a hectic morning and then some. From the moment…read morewe walked in, the vibe felt easy, casual, and welcoming. It's a seat yourself, order at the bar kind of place, which honestly worked perfectly and kept things moving without feeling rushed. We took full advantage of happy hour and ordered the BBQ chips with caramelized onion dip, Detroit pepperoni pizza, shrimp, three sliders, a side of fries, plus a beer and a margarita. And let me just say this was one of those orders where everything hits. The shrimp were perfectly fried, crispy on the outside and tender inside. The Detroit pizza had a standout crust that alone is worth coming back for. Even the fries held their own, which is saying something. The prices for happy hour are almost too good for how good the food is, and nothing felt like a "small plate" afterthought. Every dish came out hot, fresh, and clearly made with care. Even without traditional table service, the bartender was incredibly attentive and made sure we were taken care of from start to finish. We never once felt like we were missing anything. Whitman's is the kind of place you stumble into once and immediately add to your regular rotation. Great food, great value, great energy. We'll definitely be back.

After living in the area for just over a year, we finally went and checked out the Whitman for date…read morenight! We were very impressed by the atmosphere and how large the place is! The music, all the art on the walls and overall vibe was very fun and family-friendly. The staff was friendly and upbeat. We ordered a couple of drinks; the Gangster Scientist (a beer my husband was very pleased with!) and a Hibiscus Paloma which I thought was very good as well. For food we got the Smash Burger and the Chicken Sandwich! Both which came with fries. We both rate the fries 10/10!! Battered, seasoned and crispy pretty much perfectly. The burger was delicious, although pretty messy (that's good or bad depending on opinion lol) The chicken sandwich had great flavor, but I thought could have used more sauce as it felt kind of dry. I give it a 7/10, it was good but I probably wouldn't order it again and try something else. But overall we were very pleased with our experience and we can't wait to go there again!

This is a cute cafe. Just searching thru yelp for a coffee shop after a hike in the nearby Thacher…read moreState Park. Just ordered regular coffee which is not bad. I ordered coffee cake. The cake was yummy but the top is way too much sweet for my taste, same or even bigger than the cake and too sweet. I would prefer just a crunch on top. But like I said my preference and could be liked by many so still 5 stars for me especially have variety of pastries to choose from and have lots of customers dining-in. They service is quick, the lady is nice too. Lots of parking since ist conveniently located near a grocery store.

I have been looking forward to coming here since they opened and I constantly see their beautiful…read morecreations online. I was a little disappointed when I went in and they had only 2 options for bagels at 8:30am. I was looking forward to the fun assortment they show online but was only able to get a plain or cinnamon raisin one. I opted for the cinnamon raisin and it was good. They did have a nice list of seasonal Girl Scout cookie inspired lattes listed out! I opted for an iced caramel macchiato though. The macchiato had about 3 inches of caramel at the bottom which was very sweet and hard to drink from the straw.. Maybe I was there on an off day.. I do look forward to coming back and trying some of the other menu options and hope to catch the infamous Cookie Monster bagel! Overall the place was very charming with a couple tables, the cafe was clean, the prices were average($10 for a bagel w/ Cream cheese and coffee) the staff was friendly & patient with me while I looked over the menu to make a decision.

Wonderful place for a business meeting or meet up with friends. Convenient. Good food. Great…read morecoffee. Service is excellent.

Best espresso I've had in Albany, and if you order for here, they'll plate it with sparkling water…read more Sweet! There's a big ordering and waiting area, so even when it's busy there's plenty of space. Local art on the walls, a variety of seating options downstairs, and one relatively clean restroom. Upstairs is the computer lounge, theoretically, except that the advertised WiFi doesn't work. There is no network with that name. Friendly baristas, some food options, although not a lot for vegetarians. Great location close to the park.

My reviews are usually the same for these types of corporate chains…read more This large location is located at the rest stop just as you walk in. There were plenty of employees here and the line moved very quickly. They have the perfect blend of employees, customer service and a great product... The team in this location was FANTASTIC.... While I think the entire Starbucks Team is exceptional, I think this group just blends together perfectly. It's extra tough when you have a line all day with no break and everyone trying to get out as fast as possible O.K., enough Kudos... Lets talk coffee. I really enjoy the Pike Blend, their original coffee blend. Rich smooth and no bitterness at all. If this this doesn't keep you coming back for more, I'm not sure what will. I am also a big fan of their breakfast sandwiches, oatmeal, bagels and muffins and breads. As usual, today was a pumpkin bread. Great tasting sandwich a a perfect breakfast with my coffee. KUDO's to the team here at Starbucks.

This location is welcoming & clean. Paetyn took my order immediately after noticing I was waiting,…read morehe was friendly, prompt & knew his merchandise well.