I will always support local delis and restaurants however sometimes we have to be honest with…read moreourselves when writing reviews on places that we WANT to love. First off I'm not sure what food people in these reviews are eating, because in my experience the Italian mix sub was very bland, the bread was dry, and the meat looked pale and weird. That ambience of the place was nostalgic which is the reason why I gave it 3 stars and not 2. The woman helping me was friendly enough but made it a point to tell me how gas prices were fine at $4.10 per gallon as long as Trump was the president, which annoyed me because it gives an indication that details don't matter here. Given the taste of the $15 small sub I paid for it definitely tracks. Be your own critic, but for me it's the history of this place and not the food has people coming back. I won't be one of them.

After all these years, Fiorello still serves the best Italian sub in this region in my book…read more Service is warm, friendly, and helpful like you'd expect from a mum and pop shop, and I love that this is a local family-run business. Some notable changes I noticed during the most recent visit include a big flat screen TV and tables and chairs indoors. The freezer apparently was out of order, but I would have loved to get their tiramisu which is also one of the best I've ever had. Their sub always strikes the right balance in the dressing, bread, meats, and toppings. Toppings are consistently good quality, and you can customise your sub by asking staff what you do and don't want on it. I hope they stay healthy and busy for decades to come.

1st time here, food and service were excellent. I had the…read moreChicken Picatta over Linguine, Superb. Everyone enjoyed there meal. Highly recommend and I will return.

We sat on the patio Thursday night for a sunny dinner. The pinot grigio we ordered was pretty hot,…read moreboozy, but we didnt order anything upscale. My friend had to send his wine back because of an unidentified floater. I hate returning items but we couldnt tell if it was glass floating ? My half order nachos were really loaded up layer by layer filled with toppings. I would have loved to request more salsa because the ramekin was tiny. The steak sandwich and sweet potato fries were delicious . The bread had a light crunch and the au jus well flavored. Our server was very polite but the dinner lasted over 2 hours. The pause between greeting, ordering drinks, then ordering food was substantial. The wait to obtain the bill at the conclusion of dinner was a bit too long too. I would give Lanis another try on a weekend when we have more time to dine.

I've been wanting to try the vegan sandwich options at Mallos for a long time. We tried both - the…read moreeggplant and the cauliflower Reuben. Both were good. The Reuben was a little too unidimensional for my taste, because the cauliflower is fermented I think there isn't enough contrast with the sauerkraut which is really the only other ingredient. the flavor was great but the texture wasn't my favorite. The eggplant itself was amazing! I loved it. But again I think the composition of the sandwich was a little off for my taste, there was a pile of arugula that overpowered the eggplant which was star but a very small portion of the sandwich. The homemade chips were the best I've ever had and YOU SHOULD TRY!!!! Phenomenally crisp and cooked to perfection. Overall, I don't think I'd come back often because there arent a ton of vegan options and I was enthralled by them but if I was in a group with meat eaters and they wanted sandwiches I would happily tag along and get one of these options again.

I was on my way to the Korean restaurant nearby, but I stopped when I saw a cute cartoon dog eating…read morea strawberry on the window of this spot. I hopped on Yelp, saw the great reviews, took 1 minute to browse the menu, and I turned around and walked right in to Mallo's. The space is pink with black and white checkered floor. I was greeted as I walked in and they were patient while I read the menu (again). Everything sounded great but I went with the veggie sandwich but made into a wrap. They brought my food out to me on a little tray with a paper branded with the same cute dog. I loved the wrap! I'm glad I went the wrap route - it was perfect. Mozzarella, arugula, fried eggplant, olives - yummm. It was so delicious and flavorful and a big portion! I took leftovers back to my hotel and had them the next day. I'm so glad I stopped in to this spot and would definitely come back for more of their tasty food.

An updated review. Everything taste wise is the same. But they reduced the size of their sub bread…read more Well with everything ongoing. I am not surprised that this restaurant has started getting with the cheap trend of saving and cutting corners. They could have stayed smart and just jacked up the price, rather than compromising on the bread size. Now the customer pays more for less food. Let's get it 2026.

If you want an amazing meat filled sub then this is the place!! Or if you want a veggie filled sub…read morethen this is still the place! I haven't been able to eat meat in years, but was craving roast beef one day. Typically I only get subs with tons of cheese and veggies, but wow this roast beef sub went down nicely. The service is amazing and very fast! Don't let a line distract you, because it moves fast. This isn't really a sit down type of place. They have other options to eat as well. I've never had the pizza, but have seen others ordering it so it must not be bad.

Best to go food in the area! Quick delicious and straight to the point! Haven't dined in so don't…read moreknow about table service. Ambiance is simple!

Very disappointing recent experience. My wife and son were out of town so I had the house to myself…read moreand I decided to order pizza and wings and watch a few movies. This place had excellent pizza in the past so I came back. It wasn't worth it. First, the good. My food was ready in under 20 minutes, and the employee working the phone and counter was extremely friendly. However, when I got home and unpacked the wings from their cardboard fold-up carton something was amiss. The carrots were inside with the wings. This resulted in steamed carrots and watered down, cold wings. I like crunchy carrots and hot, spicy wings. Cold carrots should be packed separately from hot wings (or omitted altogether). The wings looked nice and red from the Buffalo sauce but didn't taste of it at all. Perhaps they were cooked earlier and just sitting around, but there was no wet sauce on them or in the box (just water from the carrots) and they didn't taste hot or vinegary. Very little sauce got on my hands. I put my own Red Hot on to spice them up, but what happened? They were also dry, but I can't say if they were overcooked or not. If they actually had wing sauce on them they might not have tasted so dry. The pizza was good, and loaded... LOADED... with meat. I ordered the "Carne" pizza and it was packed with sausage, bacon, meatballs, etc. The crust was so thin (and not crispy) and floppy that you couldn't pick up a slice to eat without it collapsing. Reheated in the toaster oven, it was better. Surprisingly, it wasn't filled with salt, but for all the meat on it I had hoped it would taste more meaty. Hard to describe, but if my eyes were closed I wouldn't have been able to identify the types of meat that were packed on it. If I wanted subpar pizza and wings I would have ordered from Dominoes. For over $45, I expected better from this place. Very disappointed.

I enjoyed visiting their newest location, 677 Broadway in Downtown Albany. I ate a turkey club and…read morehad a cookie for dessert. The food is fresh and delicious. Staff friendly and smiling.

Mr Bumbles is a cute little breakfast place near the Hospitals on New Scotland in Albany. You order…read moreat the counter but they will bring the food to the table. We had breakfast egg sandwiches and coffee. I had a latte with honey and oatmilk which was tasty. The sandwiches are customizable with ingredients and breads and I had avocado which was fresh and good. The sandwiches come with a side dish and I got some fresh fruit. A good choice for a casual and easy light breakfast or lunch.

Cardona's Market is a traditional Italian market that feels like stepping into a neighborhood deli…read morein Italy. The shelves are stocked with imported pastas, sauces, and specialty items that make it hard to leave empty-handed. I ordered the Chicken Cutlet Sandwich, which was outstanding with a perfectly crispy cutlet and fresh ingredients. The macaroni salad was a great side, and the cannoli was the perfect sweet ending to the meal. If you're looking for authentic Italian flavors and a true old-school market experience in Albany, Cardona's is definitely worth a visit.

My wife and I were in town visiting our daughter and wanted a light lunch before a boat cruise. My…read moredaughter recommended Cardona's and I'm glad she did. The market has that old time vibe of being part of the neighborhood. Amazing selection of Italian goods and some seating. Perhaps most importantly, a really nice selection of creative sandwiches, filled with high quality ingredients, that they can also put on a wrap. I loved the Rabe C, broccoli rabe, fried eggplant, provolone and hot pepper spread. Great flavor combo and a pop of heat from the pepper spread. My wife enjoyed a delicious roast beef wrap and my daughter enjoyed a vibrant pasta salad. All that plus a local orchard sparkling apple cider! Almost forgot to mention, the woman working behind the counter was pleasant and the staff were all professional. I can see why it's a local favorite!

Fantastic sub shop! Surprised it took me this long to try PrimoHoagies but it would definitely be…read moremy go to if I'm in need of a quick sandwich! Lots of great options and combos to choose from. I got the Mild Italian with sharp provolone and the works and it was delicious! They have 3 different sizes, small, primo, and whole which is great on either seeded or plain bread. Lots of side options too that I'd be curious to try. Service was great and quick and the space is convenient across the hospital and on a major street to drive through. Only street parking available.

Primo Hoagies - New Scotland Ave, Albany Primo Hoagies is…read moreconveniently located on New Scotland Ave in a great area of Albany, especially for hospital staff, visitors, and local residents. Parking can be a little challenging depending on the time of day, but it's generally easy to access. I ordered the Italian sub, and it was delicious! Everything tasted fresh, was made to order, and the ingredients were well-balanced. The quality was definitely there. My only complaint is that after ordering what I believe was the regular-sized sub, I was still a little hungry. That said, would I recommend it? Absolutely. The food was tasty, fresh, and satisfying. Would I return? Definitely. The price point makes it more of an occasional treat for me rather than a regular lunch spot, but it's worth it when you're craving a quality sandwich. Rating: 4/5 Fresh ingredients, great flavor, convenient location--just be prepared for the prices and consider sizing up if you have a big appetite!