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.

Wow! Such a cute little spot. So happy I stopped in here…read more I arrived around 11 am on a Saturday morning. It was packed but it was just me and there was a spot open at the bar so I sat down! I was quickly greeted by a friendly waitress and after looking at the menu I decided to order the country fried steak with an extra side of bacon. It was all amazing! The country fried steak was full of flavor, the biscuit was yummy and fluffy and the bacon was perfect! To top it all off was fairly priced. Not cheap but not bad, especially for how much food you get! I would definitely recommend this place and will be back!

Great breakfast. Big dining room with lots of tables and a counter. Food is fresh and hot. It does…read morehave odd hours. Review: 5

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 enjoyed my delicious chicken and rice bowl that came with salad, chickpeas and corn along with…read moretheir homemade mezze sauce - yummy! With modern furniture, a great soundtrack playing & lots of (artificial) plants hanging from the ceiling the space has a really cool vibe. Owners/cook were really friendly and helpful; place was clean and food was good. This cafe is located in the Main building on the Maria College campus with ample parking in the back (off New Scotland). Check the website for online ordering and delivery options as well as hours (they were closed in the summer).

Nice atmosphere with hanging plants and plenty of sit down -eat in options. I ordered a specialty…read morelatte that was delish. Because it's on the campus of Maria College, you have to go and park behind the main building. They could use some more signage to let people know that's where the café is. I plan on going back.

Totally blown away by this restaurant. The service was casual but attentive, the staff dressed…read morecasually and the vibe very laid back but everything was on point. The menu is varied and offers something for everyone. I absolutely loved our first meal here and it was just appetizers. I can't wait to come back and try the Ruben and lobster bisque. We are planning to return here several times during our next few weeks in Albany. The parking is challenging as the back lot shares with at least 3 other restaurants but it is well worth the effort

My partner treated me to lunch at Ale & Oyster. While I was excited to come, my expectations for…read morethe resto were not entirely met: -Our server ignored us for at least half an hour. We couldn't easily flag someone down to take our orders. -Our waters tasted like fish water :( -I ordered a house salad with added shrimp, but I only got 3 pieces of shrimp. It didn't feel like it was worth my money. Not sure if I would return again.

Can't believe it took us so long to discover this gem of a café!!…read more Everytime we've been in, we've been greeted warmly by the staff, seated amazingly quickly, served with remarkable efficiency AND friendliness (special thanks to Emily and Courtney!). Great upbeat vibe in the space also and the owner is engaged, checking in with customers! And the food is fabulous .. fresh ingredients, great flavor, and amazing selection (and the owner makes the delish tzatziki sauce himself) Can't wait to come back with a friend who has celiac since they serve GF bread and English muffins! Will return soon to try something new!

Fantastic menu (especially for breakfast) with terrific service -- the coffee is always full and…read morewater is topped off regularly. This restaurant is not only the cleanest I've been to in the capital region, but the cleanest I've ever been to period. The owner is meticulous, personally ensuring every surface is spotless, all the displays are perfect, and every window is streak free.

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.

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.

A great place for comfort food. Burgers, Mac and cheese, flat breads are all sold choices when you…read moreare looking for good options. The cabin feel and decorative antlers make this middle of Albany location feel like you are transported to the woods.

1st time at the Albany location. Parking can be tricky so be prepared to drive around a bit to find…read morea spot. My party of 7 was seated right away for Sunday lunch a few weeks ago. We ordered a couple appetizers and our meals within 10 minutes of arriving. That's where the quickness ended. The appetizers came out after maybe 20 minutes and entrees came out after we had been there for an hour. Our waiter, who also seemed to be the bartender, refilled some of our drinks but forgot to bring the refills for some of the others in our party. Maybe they needed 1 more on staff that day. The food was good but not miraculous enough to draw me back when I can find similar burgers and fries fare with easier parking and more prompt service.

I wasn't impressed when I first walked in the door because the place was really small. All I had…read morewas bar seating with the stools. The place had about four empty seats in it and so I went down closer to where the cook was and I had to move some of their stuff out of the way because the place is so small but it was OK I was there overseeing what the cook was doing at the same time and the cook come to find out was the owner. The food was awesome. It took a long time to get my order because there was so many people that had ordered before me, including a lot of takeouts, but it was worth it and the price was reasonable, and I would go back in tell others to go as well.

Delicious and affordable! First timer here. I ordered fried eggs, potatoes and corned beef hash…read more Everything was fresh, hot and homemade. I usually get breakfast from McDonald's. The folks at Breakfast Spot made me 2-3 times as much food for the same price. The eggs were over easy instead of over medium but I mixed the yolk with the delicious home fries so it was fine. Corned beef hash was cooked crispy like I ordered them. I don't mind driving a bit further to support a local business, especially black-run business. Tip the counter person!