I've had this place bookmarked for awhile and finally decided to give it a try. One of the reasons…read moreI kept putting it off was because I thought the menu didn't look much different from the typical pub fare in the area. But after eating there I found they have curated their own unique versions of the classics. We started with an order of 3's company wings which was a mixture of buffalo, garlic parm, and lemon pepper sauces. The sauce was pretty good but I like my wings crispy and these were not. For dinner I got the Backstage burger and upgraded to poutine fries. Now I'm not the biggest fan of a traditional poutine but I wanted to try it anyway because it looked good. The burger was cooked perfectly and the beef they use is very good. The poutine fries were enormous and apparently only half the size of a full order. If you like poutine you'll probably be into them but I thought the gravy was a little thick and not that flavorful and the cheese curds didn't melt as much as I would have liked. The real sleeper hit though was the Mac & Cheese. I wasn't expecting anything special and was pleasantly surprised. Definitely would come back for that. When we showed up it wasn't too busy but they were full by the time we left and I got the feeling that reservations are preferred.

I've had many friends tell me how much they love backstage pub so of course I needed to make a…read morepoint to try it myself. My husband and I stopped in on Black Friday. The bar was full but there were some open tables. The bartender was quick is welcoming us and another server was fast to come to the table and get drink orders. Here is what we ordered: All American Thigh: fried chicken thigh, American cheese, bacon, hot pickles, honey mustard on brioche Backstage Burger: bacon jam and BSP sauce. Farm fresh from highland hollow, Schoharie, NY Chicken Wings w spicy caramel bacon bourbon sauce Espresso Martini Pork Belly Brussel Sprouts: shaved brussel sprouts sautéed with pork belly, garlic, strawberries, walnuts with maple sriracha drizzle. Only things that were a little miss was the chicken wings while a good size could have been crispier for my preference and the chicken for my sandwich could have been seasoned more. I would definitely go back though, my husband loved his burger and was very impressed with their bourbon selection. I also loved the sauce we got on the chicken wings, it was sweet with a little heat.

In the Albany, Capitol district this is the best free entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights…read morefrom 9:00 till 1:00 a.m.

Just a standard bar, which happens to be located inside a casino. Serves mixed drinks, shots,…read moreselect drafts, and canned beers at fair prices. Standard service, live band and DJ on a Saturday night. Plenty of TVs to watch sports.

Excellent evening of music... hot hot night in Schenectady, NY... more info to come when the show…read moreis over!... We were sitting enjoying the tunes when alerts started... rain, lightning, wind! Announcement made they were canceling the show... Fun while it lasted! It sure is an excellent venue of free entertainment in July and August !

My brother and I had lunch. Staff were friendly and responsive. I had the special steamed clams,…read morewhich were cooked just right but in a Guinness (I think) broth that wasn't really the right flavor for clams. The waitress recommended the sweet-potato fries over the regular fries--I had one, my brother had the other and both were very tasty and not greasy. He enjoyed his generous portion of fish and chips. I come up to visit family regularly and plan to come back with my husband. Katie O'Byrne's is next to the Schenectady train station which is how we discovered it--a great location for train travelers right next to the parking lot.

Staying over at the Landing Hotel with meh options to eat. Looked on Yelp to see that Katie's is…read morelike 1/2 a mile away. Beautifully decorated inside and out, all decked out for Christmas. We walked in and it wasn't busy at all. We were seated in the dining room and all the tvs had football on. Cute little lights on the tables lend to the ambiance. Our waitress took our order. I'm in an Irish pub so I HAVE TO get fish and chips and so happy that I did. 2 huge fish strips served over hot French fries. Did not disappoint! My husband had a cheeseburger. The next time we saw our waitress was when she "checked up" on us, after we already finished our meals.

After a frustrating week at the office, it was time for spontaneous outdoor beer drinking and live…read moremusic with friends. The rain started falling right as we arrived - but a quick shift by staff and the musicians and the fun started indoors in no time. The staff was very friendly and the service was speedy, with the draft list posted on multiple screens throughout the space making ordering easy to manage from whatever side of the bar you are located. [i had the Brooklyn Bell Air Sour, because #Summer.] This place has a small town community feel, and was a fun, casual, place to unwind. I am v. glad we decided to try Jay St. Pub [it was all of our first visits] on a whim and think we will be back for more live music in the future.

Nice bar with a good selection of beers, a couple of dart boards, and a cool environment. Very…read moreclean and solid service!

I am a frequent flyer to Proctors, so I need to update my old review…read more Proctors is my favorite theatre in the area. I love the location, abundant free parking, plenty of fabulous restaurants within a block or two, easy in and easy out every time. I know if I have tickets to a show at proctors, it's going to be a great evening. I average about 4 shows a year if I can. I love the selection of musicals and plays they host. There is truly nothing like live entertainment. The reason why this is my favorite theatre in the area is the general etiquette of the crowd. Once a show is on, the crowd is quiet, most stay seated until intermission, there are no concessions while the show is going, the ushers do their job to control people coming in and out during the performance. The theatre is gorgeous and you are truly able to enjoy the show in this environment. I really love it here. Service is always amazing as well. Everyone working here is always so friendly and helpful. It's just such a good vibe. Could the seats be more comfy? Yes, but that's literally every theatre. I would love a cup holder too, but that's life. My only grief is that I can't afford more tickets to go to more shows. I love Proctors, and you will too.

I support Proctors by having been a subscriber to the KeyBank Broadway Series for the last 14…read moreyears. i get to sit in the same seat for the Thursday Matinee showing of the featured shows in each season. Pluses: --As a subscriber, I have access to the hottest tickets in town before the general public and the ability to purchase additional tickets before the general public at Proctors, Capital Repertory Theatre, and Universal Preservation Hall. --Great customer service on the phone provided by the staff in the Box Office. --Comfortable seating in a beautiful historic theater. --Competent management. --Friendly volunteers and frequent tours of backstage. --Nice snack bar and beverage stands. --Interesting items in the Proctors Gift Shop. Proud that Proctors is a gem in my hometown

I had three great meals at Stella while visiting Schenectady for work! I enjoyed eating in the…read moredining room and at the bar during happy hour, which has some really great deals. The bar has a smaller menu than the dining room, but still has plenty of options. I highly recommend taking advantage of the happy hour deals. The restaurant is located in a sprawling but cozy historic building with many different rooms, and a music club upstairs. In addition to delicious pasta and other Italian dishes, they feature their own beers, which are fantastic. I really enjoyed the arancini as well as the corn fritters for appetizers, and the cavatelli with pesto and shrimp scampi for entrees. The complimentary freshly baked bread is soft and delicious. Don't miss out on a great Italian meal and craft beer at Stella Pasta Bar!

I recently attended two shows at The Van Dyke on a Friday and Saturday night, and this review…read morecovers both experiences. On both nights, I arrived a bit early to grab a drink and some food at the downstairs bar before heading upstairs for the show. The bar area was busy but not packed, and I was able to find a seat at the bar without too much trouble. The first night, I ordered a drink and the arancini. The food and drink were excellent, but service was understandably slow. The bartender was juggling a lot--handling orders for the bar, indoor dining room, and outdoor patio--so it took about 15 minutes to get my check. Upstairs, I shared the crab cakes, which I didn't manage to photograph, but they were perfectly crisp with a subtle kick. The bartender and server upstairs were both great--friendly, fast, and managing a full room with ease. On the second night, I again started downstairs nearly an hour before the doors opened upstairs. This time, it took about 30 minutes to get a drink. Given how packed it was and that the same bartender was working solo again, I decided to close out early and wait to order food upstairs. Upstairs, I ordered the gnocchi, and the service was smooth and prompt despite another full house. I'd definitely come back to explore more of the menu--just maybe not on a show night, when the staff is stretched between two levels.

We went here for dinner after our visit to the Titanic Experience in Schenectady Fri 3/13/26. Found…read moretwo seats at the bar on very busy evening. Our server, Sarah & 3 other team members, brought us drinks & menus. Happy Hour 4-7pm every day. House wines $5., draft beer & mixed drink specials. The offer daily dinner specials - one signature dish every day of the week. Pizza & calzones are popular here. Salads, burgers, wraps, & some Italian dishes are served. We had Irish nachos crispy potato tots with shredded corned beef, Guinness caramelized onions, cheddar & thousand island dressing ($15.99)-enough for 2-4 people. And a chicken Caesar wrap ($10.) served w/ kettle chips & pickle. Both were very good. I hadn't been here in many years. Used to come for the blues music sessions on Sundays awhile back. But I'm here to tell you that their Jambalaya is legit ($17.) But sadly it wasn't available on this Friday or is it every Friday. Forgot to ask. This was my first choice. Next time I'll check before hand. Family friendly. Eat in or takeout. The locals know they have had great pizza for many years. Hours of operation Monday-Thursday 11:00am-12:00am Friday 11:00am - 1:00am Saturday 12:00pm-1:00am Sunday 12:00pm-11:00pm *Kitchen closes at 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays* *Must be 21 or older after 9pm Friday & Saturday Good food & a good time in this neighborhood favorite. We will be back. Thank you. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY, USA

Had a good time there. Outside dining with very attentive staff. Food was good and would go back…read more No, I'll go back.