Great coffee shop and store. Really well designed and decorated. Staff is very friendly. They do a…read moregreat job with their coffee and have a limited menu with bagels on the weekend and pastries daily. Have been several times and keep coming back!

What a cute place! Small area inside and the line on late Saturday morning was out the door, but it…read moreis worth it. The strawberry matcha was incredible and the bagels are crusty yet soft & chewy. Nice seating area outside and the cafe seemed pretty clean. The hype is correct!

It's been so long since I've visited the Daily Grind. I really cannot say why I stopped going. It…read moreis a local gem that has served the area for decades. The breakfasts and coffee are solid. The staff is helpful and courteous. I showed up for breakfast recently. I ordered the Chorizo. Two eggs, two chorizo sausages with pepper jack cheese and spicy mayo on a sandwich roll. It was as good as I remembered. I also enjoyed the coffee included in the $11.45 price. I took the meal upstairs where there's additional seating. I ate it while seated inside the picture window, which is a good place to the activity along Lark St. The eatery is as eclectic as ever. There are signs and artwork on the walls from different eras that don't go together. The place is old and perhaps a bit musty. Still this place had so much history with the area and its mismatched decor is a part of its charm. Change may be good. But in the case of the Daily Grind, I'm happy to still be able to get a delicious meal at a reasonable price from a nice staff after all of these years. Comfort food at its best.

Still thinking about this sandwich!! Daily Grind is definitely going to be my new go to spot for a…read morebreakfast sandwich and coffee! It's no wonder why they are so popular and also one of the oldest cafes in Albany and still doing so well today! The cafe is a cute spot, with stool seating indoor and some tables outside. It's a bit unassuming but the bustle of the place definitely reflects how popular it is. They have so many options of sandwiches and to create your own and it is delicious!! The rolls were perfect and not tough at all, the sandwiches were so well done, I highly recommend the Lark street, the eggplant was so crispy and yum! They have fun specialty lattes and coffee as well. The girls working were welcoming and nice. While there was a bit of a wait, it's worth it and the do have an order ahead option too.

A new coffee shop opened recently on Union St. in Schenectady. I stopped by this morning after…read morehearing a rave review from a neighbor, and it managed to exceed the expectations I had formed. Prices are average and not high for the quality. It is located in a community setting on a section of Union Street below Union College. I ordered a fall special beverage -- Pumpkin Spice Horchata Cold Brew $6.75 with Almond Milk It is a "Signature blend cold brew, ps, horchata, choice of milk, cold foam, dash of pumpkin spice (iced)" The weather is still warm enough to enjoy a cold brew! The sweets available looked great, so it was hard to select. I chose a Blueberry Scone for myself and a Danish for my husband. The scone was crumbly, buttery tasting, and full of blueberries. The Danish was flaky and so freshly made. Both delicious treats were packaged nicely for takeout. Service is friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The owner was present and gracious. The menu will change with the seasons. Nice tables. Creative decor. Easy to read menu was posted. Sweets are visible in a glass case. At 518 Coffee Bar, customers can enjoy a cozy atmosphere to catch up/visit over a handcrafted quality beverage.

On a Sunday morning at 10 the pastry case was empty. Completely empty. The drinks--both hot--while…read moretasty, were lukewarm. Cute decor but probably not a place I'd go out of my way to frequent. Maybe in the summer when the market is outdoors it would be a better experience.

Love this place. Amazing coffee. The beans are roasted to perfection and they take great care in…read moretheir espresso drinks. You can buy fresh roasted beans and they will even grind it for you. The options are great and they even have quality decaf coffee. The staff is incredibly nice and I have never had a bad experience. Everything comes out quickly. This location is even better in the summer months when you can enjoy outside. But there is still an area inside to sit and enjoy.

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

An update. Today's breakfast at about 9am: Coffee Moca Cold…read moreBrew & Veggie Omelette Bagel. Service was fast. Served in seconds. Bagel was already made. See photos. Industrial chic decor with some new plants. Cold brew was more coffee than I needed and the Moca gave it a bit of a gritty texture. FYI. I ate half of the bagel for breakfast and the other half for lunch. My $18 meal went a long way. My daughter, who joined me for breakfast noticed there is a condiments counter complete with pickled vegetables and hot banana peppers. I added them into my bagel sandwich which really gave it a kick.

Awesome coffee and a nice spot to eat or get some work done!…read more I stopped by on a weekday and decided on the Pistachio Iced Latte, which they serve in a can. It's a fun way to grab and go before walking downtown. The coffee was delicious and not too sweet. They have breakfast sandwiches and pastries that I need to return for. They have a large open air seating area too. The staff was friendly and it's a welcome new coffee shop downtown!

What a great find in Troy for breakfast. Conveniently located on Starbuck Island there is ample…read moreparking and a great location for a walk around the island after you grab a bite to eat. Wasn't quite sure if this place was more of a grab and go breakfast place or not BUT IT IS NOT! While they have plenty of ready to go breakfast sandwiches, and a huge assortment of specialty coffees, you can order sit down breakfast as well. Sit by one of the large windows in front for a sunny breakfast experience and you can enjoy anything from muffins and scones to a full breakfast. Has one of there 3 egg omelettes with cheddar, bacon, onions, and red peppers and it was a healthy portion--no skimping on the eggs OR THE FLAVOR here! And with a tasty dish of REAL home fries and your choice of toast---get the sourdough! Wife had one of their breakfast sandwiches on an English muffin and they didn't skimp on anything. What stood out on both the omelet and sandwich was the REAL cheddar cheese---not just some yellow cheese type spread. Highly recommend this place if you are at one downtown hotels---all within a short walk over the drawbridge to BUD's!

My favorite spot for coffee!!! Love their food and my favorite coffee is their fall latteread more

I had an amazing breakfast Sammy (BC Eagle ?j and lovely pastries including butter croissants,…read morechocolate muffins, and a thick coffee cake that was yummy.

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.

Stopped in to this cafe/coffee shop while my girlfriend was shopping at the mall. The cafe was…read morespacious with lots of comfy chairs and couches to relax in. The selection of books was not extensive but, carefully curated (which I appreciate). The coffee was excellent. I had a decaf mocha latte. The barista took great care in putting together a great cup of coffee. He added a beautifully done artistic topping with the frothy milk. Definitely a nice respite from mall activity.

Made plans last weekend with a friend to meet up for coffee as this place listed as being dog…read morefriendly. Unfortunately there were signs on all doors that only service animals were allowed in the cafe. We sat in the mall food court and took turns going in to order. The staff were nice enough to bring our food and drinks out to us but seating wasn't the best. Inside they had a range of different seating options while outside was metal cafe tables and chairs.