awesome food, great service, clean facility, head chef is always available for questions and…read morecustomer inputs

Oxtails with rice and beans are delicious. The oxtails fall off the bone. Paired with yams and…read morecollard greens. Take out order delivered to table.

Yooo! This place fills a void we've had in our area forever! A real fish spot! They have actual…read moresoul food here for real and they're not making us wait forever for service! Everyone here is on point and the food is too. The fish and chips were fire and everything came out in a decent time, fresh and hot! Also, I don't like coleslaw at all but it was on my fish sandwich and let me tell you, it was delicious. It was seasoned perfectly, idk but I was definitely happy I had it. It added a nice crunch, nothing was soggy. Can't wait to come back again, and they're open late night. Definitely support this business!

So in Uber Eats, it gives you a list of all Black-Owned restaurants to support, sadly. In the…read moreAlbany area, there are 2 on the list of Black Owned restaurants, this place Johnnie's on Broadway and Irie Vybez. I wasn't feeling the Caribbean, so I went for soul food. The nicest thing I can say is it came quickly. I ordered fried shrimp with string beans and Mac and cheese as sides, which comes with cornbread. The string beans seasoning was the best thing on the plate. It had ham hocks, peppers, onions, and sauteed very well. I almost drank its juice; it was so damn good. The Macaroni and cheese were decent, wasn't all too bad, and not nearly good enough. The cornbread was gross; tossed that in the garbage. The fried shrimp was a joke. For $18, the shrimp was so small, and only 6 came with it. I was like where the rest of the food. This place was ok but not worth buying from again. Sorry to improve your menu, and you can get more business.

Staff was friendly...food was great. We had a nice peaceful dinner a couple cocktails and left…read more Will definitely go again

The food was absolutely great! I made it a point to try this spot, before heading back home (New…read moreOrleans). I add that point because if you know New Orleans food, you'll know how discerning native New Orleanians are about food - period. Upon arrival to Good Religion, I was a little shocked by the look and it being in NY; however, I am accustomed to good food from unassuming places. I will admit I am not a fan of buffets, but Good Religion is more than a buffet, it's your auntie's kitchen. There is a difference!

Great tasting food and big selection. Clean, and before you make your selections, you have to use…read morehand sanitizers and plastic gloves, which is a great idea. The meat (chicken) I had from the smoker was delicious, yummy salmon and curry chicken. We both got bottled drinks and food that they weight and it came to $60, kind of expensive for what it is and for the neighborhood.

I litterly ate the plastic fork...... yes it was that good…read more I don't write reviews at all. Shrimp and meats are nicely sautéed and warm, good quality for an all you can eat. Staff is very helpful and the place is very clean

I love a grab and go buffet. This one has a lot of different options to choose from. I have only…read moredone grab and go but there are seats there to dine in. The place is a bit on the smaller side but looked well kept. The workers were nice every time that I went in! I loved the fruit punch, collard greens, and fish! The macaroni and cheese was a bit on the bland side but as a mac lover I still get it every time. Prices are based on weight if it's takeout. I felt the price was great for the value. Went back again soon after my first visit and recommended to friends! Great place if you're indecisive or just in the mood for a yummy variety.

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.

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!

Place is pretty small & sense mostly people order from there and takeout however there's a small…read moreinside sitting area & in case you opt to dine in now you know. Place it seems has multiple options for you terms of food regardless of Middle East/Anerixan/Italian & suspect Halal foods for majority of this (don't put me on oath please) & opted for chicken biryani with drumstick of chicken & yes had spices/flavors but then again it seems to work (yes I have a photo) & service seems like one or two inside but it works well.

Very angry kids on my free food; ; ; " I' ve past this place .much on way work; CDTA" But…read moremistake very Great prices and food

We tried this "hidden gem" (Albany location) 1. Best sweet…read moretea lemonade I've ever had 2. Spiciest Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich we've had No pictures of the sandwich my husband ate it Definitely try them if you haven't already

I drove up from NYC just to have brunch with a dear friend. Now in all fairness while I enjoyed…read morethis restaurant it was just that much better because of the great company I was with. The space is large and spacious. We went for brunch and it appeared to be family friendly. It's a nice place to go after church or to catch up yet you can still have an afternoon cocktail. I ordered the biscuit and gravy and my friend had shrimp and grits. In addtion we had beignets and candied bacon for the table. The beignets are not New Orleans good but would never expect anything this good in Albany. My biscuit and gravy were good. The gravy was savory and the biscuit tasted homemade. It was a little to thick for the amount of gravy. However I would love to try the biscuit by itself with another entrée. The shrimp and grits are not Southern style they are New Orleans style. My friend felt they were ok. Now the candied bacon was a hard NO. It was heavily salted. You could not eat do to the level of salt. I am not sure if this was a fluck or how it's prepared. Unfortunately we returned to the kitchen and I never return anything even if I don't like it. However, our server Alexa was very helpful and provided overall good service. If you are close by you should check out. True rating 3.5