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    Redwood Diner

    3.5 (66 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Juliet V.

    We were trying to go someplace else for breakfast that was apparently now closed. We saw this and stopped in trusting that there were a lot of cars in the parking lot. We shouldn't have. I know it is a diner but this food was below average diner food. My husband had eggs with corned beef hash and potatoes. The hash tasted "out of a can" in his words and had none of the crispness that makes that type of hash palatable. His potatoes formed into one soft, mushy piece. No flavor either. My pancakes were gluey texture and most certainly came from an add water mix. My $11.00 Bellini cocktail was served in a water glass with a straw and tasted overly sweet out of a can juice. The coffee we had was watery and lukewarm too. The service was fine. Unremarkable but fine. I left some of my pancakes on the plate not wanting to fill up on this meal. We won't be back.

    Monte Cristo Sandwich (delectable) and potato mash at Redwoods Diner
    Christian L.

    'Redwood Diner'. It sounds unassuming, even quaint. But the food and drinks here are really flavorful and the portions massive. This diner is great for families or travelers passing through, who might be on a 'travel budget'. Or, I also spotted some elderly, also budget-conscious. The menu and interior are bright, wide and the tables have tons of room. I brought some newspapers and relaxed. The waitress, the menu choices and sides and even the layout of forks/knives, plates and glasses were perfect. Upon ordering the Monte Cristo (below in pics) one of the employees quipped that it was their favorite too. And now I know why! It was delicious. The mashed potatoes were soft, and for once real potatoes. The Monte Cristo (as probably all sandwiches) was A+ quality. The bread was toasted. The meat was hot, tasty and heaped. It had just enough seasoning and was not salty. It was - in short - scrumptious. Had I had more appetite I would have ordered a dessert or starter along with some coffee. But it's all good: I'll just have to return and try something else. Wonderful menu. Clean diner. Friendly ambience. Waitresses are Pros. Review: 5+

    Grilled chicken sandwich with Swiss and bacon
    George L.

    I've been frequenting this diner for the past few weeks, thanks to the prices at Blue Ribbon skyrocketing. I wasn't sure what to expect, because this is an old diner that has been in Schenectady on Hamburg Street forever. What I found was a pleasant surprise. We checked it out for brunch one Sunday, and found that the menu was varied like most diners, they had some great specials, and the wait staff was very friendly. What makes or breaks a diner experience is the staff, a clean uncluttered environment, good prices, and obviously the food. This place gets a thumbs up for all of those factors. My chicken sandwich was really great, but more importantly the French fries that came with it were perfectly cooked diner fries. Something that a lot of places mess up by using starch coated french fries, bad seasonings, or poor cook temperature. I'm happy to report that there were none of those problems here. The next time I went back I had French toast, which was excellent, perfectly cooked bacon on the side, and eggs exactly how I wanted them. Simple and to the point, that's what good diners are known for and I'll be coming back for years to come.

    Frances L.

    Four stars for a diner meal based on ONE visit since the food we ordered and service were above average. We had the broiled seafood dinner for $15.95 which included a small soup, small salad, potato choice, and a vegetable. I had Pasta Fagiole for a small up charge. Too much salt! French Onion was also available for an up charge. Husband had the Broccoli Cheddar which he thought had good flavor. The haddock, shrimp, and a few scallops were cooked nicely and served over bed of white rice. The quality of the seafood made this special a very good value. A photo of the list of specials is posted. The waitress was pleasant and efficient. The meal was served in a timely manner. The entrees were served hot which was a plus. The paper advertisement placemats and paper napkins were typical diner fare. The booth was comfortable and quiet in spite of the fact there were many tables/booths with diners at 5:00 pm. The desserts which were displayed in a glass unit looked tempting, especially the Lemon Pie and Cheesecake. But we could not eat anything else. We may return to try out breakfast soon. We also want to try nearby Roosters.

    Lasagna dinner special.
    Robyn B.

    After much consideration, Redwood is my favorite Schenectady area diner. I am a native Schenectadian (represent) and while we have many diners in the area, none of them come close to the value, service and exceptional quality that you receive at Redwood. Semi-related to my review and skip this part at your leisure: On the day that we visited, we had attempted to stop at three separate diners while driving home from a road trip. I wish I was making this up but it was some kind of dystopian version of Goldilocks & the Three Bears. The first had questionable hygiene practices, the second was unexpectedly closed, and the third...the owner/cook stared at us with a panicked look as she stood over the grill with eggshells clasped in hand as if to say "Goddamnit, these are the last three eggs I'm scrambling today. Go on. Get." We got. We decided on the Redwood Diner upon returning to the area because although the diner gods were repeatedly smiting us that day, we aren't quitters. Upon our arrival, we got a sweet corner booth seat (nice) and a very friendly waitress. Full disclosure: I may have been delirious from starvation, but the cheerful staff swirling around Redwood like Disney princesses were a breath of fresh air against that day's overcast, drizzly skyline outside our window. For around $12, my dear friend and I chose two entrees from the Redwood's dinner specials. The stuffed cabbage sold out so I got stuffed peppers. My companion selected the lasagna. Our salads were fresh, the chicken pastine soup was just like grandma's, and again, our waitress was wonderful. When the mains arrived we were thrilled. My friend, who eats like a bird, finished her lasagna before I could ask her how it was. My peppers were absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection, even served with some Frank's Red Hot and complimentary melted cheese, but I was able to save enough for a leftover meal. What I like most about Redwood (besides the decor and staff) is their preparation of "home-cooked" entrees. They are never greasy, like what you find in many other diners. They taste healthful and balanced, and you can see this from the photos of our meals. A fresh and perfectly crafted three course meal for essentially $6, served by pleasant staff, in a historic locally owned diner, is invaluable in this day and time. We decided to get dessert. The chef had made peanut butter cup cheesecake and there was a beautiful chocolate cream pie in the dessert case. My friend and I Frankenstein'ed them into mismatched halves served as one on each of our plates and enjoyed. She kept repeating, "This is so good, I'm going to be craving this at some point or another soon." Again, my friend is something of a picky eater, so this was a heartfelt compliment from her to the chef. With all said and done, this was one of the best restaurant experiences I have had over the past few years. I've never been served a disappointing meal at Redwood, but this particular visit was much needed for the body and soul. I would recommend them to anyone uncertain of where to eat for dinner in the area or for those who don't mind a bit of a drive. I would also suggest you try their specials and desserts, as I've never been steered wrong with them. The atmosphere is always nice and the food is gorgeous. I can't wait for our next visit.

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    Had lunch with my family today, the Service was amazing and the food was great 9/10 definitely coming back when I move upstate.

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    Clean,friendly staff. The owner and wife very accommodating. Food is very good. The best french fries and hotdogs.

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    Best place ever the food is exactly perfect nothing could be better and service is great

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    Just a good quality diner. Comfort and relaxed. Food, and service is usually above avg.

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    The food is great and the friendly atmosphere makes for an enjoyable experience. They have quick service, and wonderful staff.

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    I ordered beef tips over rice. It was disgusting. Restaurant dirty too. I felt sorry for the waitress.

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    Blue Ribbon Restaurant & Bakery

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    I am in town visiting friends and we came to The Blue Ribbon Restaurant for dinner. It has been…read moreyears since I have been there, and it nothing has changed. As always, the ambiance is warm and welcoming. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive, and helpful. I have some unique food allergies and they were able to accommodate my dietary needs. I got the Chefs Macaroni and Cheese. It was as good a my mother's homemade macaroni and cheese. For dessert I had the tapioca pudding. The presentation in the sundae dish with the whipped cream made it more appealing. It was delicious! If you are in the area, I highly recommend you check them out.

    What do you do when your wife has a craving for a piece of carrot cake from the Blue Rose…read moreCheesecake & Bakery Shop on a Sunday, and when you look online you see that it closes in fifteen minutes and you are thirty minutes away? You go to plan "B." The Blue Ribbon Restaurant and Bakery is a "sister" to the bakery next door and is open on Sunday for five hours after the bakery shop closes. We might as well have dinner too while we are at the restaurant. Starting with cups of better than average diner coffee ($2.99/bottomless cup) my wife chose a Reuben with coleslaw and pickle wedge ($14.99) and added fries ($3) while I decided to have the Shredded Short Rib Sandwich ($14.49) which included fries, coleslaw, and a pickle wedge. We both agreed the fries were best while they were nice and hot but otherwise typically average once they cooled. Our respective sandwiches, however, were outstanding. The Reuben was the traditional corned beef on grilled rye with sauerkraut and melted Swiss cheese. It was large enough that half came home for the next meal. My Short Rib sandwich was too full of meat in a fresh and soft bun for me to chance picking it up to eat by hand, so I resorted to using a fork and knife. Regardless, it was really tasty. Now we were ready for the main event. My wife got her slice of Carrot Cake ($7.49) while I selected the Italian Rum Cake ($7.25). We both left totally satisfied and smiling, but on overload. This diner is very clean and staff are efficient.

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