Staff friendly and helpful! Food tasty and fresh!…read more I had an Okinawa hot hot dog and my sister had chicken teriyaki The veggies and dressings were tasty and fresh. The Crêpe tasty and gluten free. Warm! We each had a boba tea! Earl gray and chai My sister is 87 and loved the variety! Next time we will get sweet crepes

Consistency is a standout quality at T-Swirl. Their rice crepes are consistently thin and crispy,…read moreyet strong enough to hold toppings and dressings in place until the last bits. Fresh toppings such as veggies are always fresh and juicy, and the crepe brulee has definitely become or go-to dessert crepe here. Their fresh tea is in keeping with other similar joints - it varies but more often than not stringent, so sweetening definitely helps mask that. Staff are consistently friendly, quick, and efficient, and it's a nice casual hangout spot. Long live T.

On this chilly Saturday morning between 10:30am and 11:30am remarkable lines of people stretched…read morefrom the counter to the entrance door which is about 30 feet. Somehow, I managed to beat the rush. I sat down to drink my latte and people-watch. It's been several years since I visited Professor Java's. It's still on Wolf Rd but it moved into the Shopper's Park. It's still extremely dark despite many overhead hanging lights with low wattage incandescent bulbs. A bit depressing. Suited for people who don't like sunlight. I had been shopping on Wolf Rd. I hadn't had my morning cup of coffee yet. I wanted to get a great latte, then sit and savor it a bit. I did not want to be at a major chain though I generally don't have many objections to them. I would have liked soy milk in my latte but they didn't carry it. So I settled for almond milk. The latte was strong, dark and foamy. The wait was minimal after placing my order. I expected to pay a premium for this experience. My medium latte was 16 oz and cost $6 before adding tip, which put it over $7. It's a bit more than some businesses charge though in LA I've paid $10. I know coffee. I've had better lattes but this one was a good solid medium latte. Not bitter. Plus, no one was rushing me to get out. There was plenty of seating. The staff is very nice and chill. So I enjoyed my alone time of latte and contemplation. There were cheesy Christmas songs playing. The place has an excellent sound system so there was no tuning this stuff out. Breakfast is served all day. Maybe I could do breakfast here someday if I'm in another reflective mood. I wish someone would turn up the lights just a bit but that's part of Professor Java's "MO," so customers have to decide whether to take it or leave it.

Had a lovely lunch here with a large group and we were able to secure one of the back rooms. The…read morecoffee was fantastic and the service was wonderful. An eclectic coffee bar with wonderful ambience. I had a croissant sandwich that was just OK and everyone seemed to enjoy their meals - nothing fancy. For a latte and a sandwich under 20 bucks I was happy!

Easily the best coffee place in the area! Cool aesthetic and fantastic coffee. We got the fruition…read moreiced mocha, it was delicious and had a wonderful, well balanced coffee flavor. Baristas are friendly and did a very good job making our drinks.

First time visit, the decor is moody with a deep hunter green hue covering 98% of the space…read moreincluding the ceiling and golden hardware highlights. The sitting space if I'm being honest is kind of tight with chairs backed up against the display divider for the line/counter ordering area. The benches up against the wall opposite counter are beautiful and force good posture. There were also some window spots I'd definitely aim for next time. The counter person was delightful no complaints. Explained the drinks and didn't rush us. We came later morning on Saturday, most of the bakery items were sold out. But what we got was amazing, a nice mixture of scones, perfection. I appreciated the mixture of small morsels, it included flavors that I would not have tried otherwise. I got a cream brûlée latte as suggested classic with a hint of sweetness, standard with double shot of espresso. My wife got a mocha variety definitely much richer. The art on top was also a nice highlight. As other reviews mentioned prices were not listed but this is definitely a specialty place so expect a higher price than a pump your own coffee express station. But also I rather give my money to a local place than a huge mass marketed place thats serving half the quality.

7 Brew in Colonie has consistently well made, delicious drinks. My husband and I both get an iced…read morebrunette. I get a small with an extra shot and he gets a medium triple seven. Both are well balanced and tasty! The staff is always pleasant, friendly and speedy at making our drinks. Convenient drive through pickup. The only difficult part is taking a left out of the parking lot. We come here anytime we are craving an iced coffee even though it's 20/25 minutes from our house. Way better than Starbucks and Dunkin!

Amazing experience at 7 Brew first going to a 7 brew so the menu was a bit overwhelming but, the…read morestaff member is super helpful and explained really well. I ordered an ocean with two cream and it was absolutely amazing! A blue raspberry, lime, and coconut energy drink. For how busy this location was our drinks were made very fast and they were delicious. I would definitely come back in the future.

If you're in the mood for a tasty lunch or breakfast then search no longer. The Works is the place…read more When I walked in I was struck by the clean and cheerful interior. The menu is posted and is clear and easy to read. Everything is laid out beautifully. The staff was incredibly friendly despite them being busy. The menu is vast and has something for everyone. There are vegetarian options as well as gluten free. I had the smoked salmon bowl and the flavors went together nicely. The standout would be the tomato pesto which was phenomenal! I honestly could have eaten an entire bowl of it. My very picky 12 year old devoured his bagel. It looked like buttery perfection. Based on his comments while eating it was a huge hit. These is a great small business that is so much better than some of the chain alternative.

Food is ok but the staff are always fighting, definitely not a sit down kind of place. If you order…read morehere just get ur stuff to go

These days, I'm making a habit of going to Forts Ferry Farms' pop up markets…read more I was introduced to a new-to-me herb, cilantro-like, from Peru. It is even more punchy than cilantro. I don't remember the name of it. Use sparingly. Heirloom tomatoes - I bought a flat of them so I made gazpacho and a fresh tomato sauce (using Marcella Hazan's recipe). I also ate some raw - still warm with a little salt. Tomatoes define the taste of summer. Peaches - this is the first year FFF is offering their own peaches. I don't know what kind of peach it is. It is smaller, the flesh more delicate with a more pronounced flavor. The memoir, Epitaph for a Peach, by David Mas Matsumoto, came to mind when I tasted it. This peach wasn't grown to be hearty and built to withstand the rigors of transport, it was grown to be flavorful; to be eaten and savored. I'm so glad FFF is here to remind us how produce should taste. I'd almost forgotten.

I knew nothing about this place when my wife suggested for a surprise lunch on a Saturday…read moreafternoon, and we had to rush over as they have limited hours. It was cold and raining outside and I was happy to get out of it and relax. Sadly, I quickly found out her surprise involved eating outside under a tent in the cold and rain on a November day. Sigh. At least they had blankets on the benches. We ordered in the far tent and the menu board was both helpful (it listed everything in each entree, including onions) and annoying (it indicated no substitutions were allowed, including onions). Not to be deterred, I picked the pepperoni pizza with hot honey, basil and Calabrian chili peppers. My wife ordered the Margherita pizza. Both were ready in about 15 minutes, but upon delivery to our table it became clear that a couple of things were off. First, my wife's pizza was cold and mine was pipping hot. Second, mine had so much basil- which in places was left in 2-3 leaf bunches- that perhaps they just cleaned out the pantry for the last order of the day. The crust in spots were burned, but I could live with that. However, it was so floppy that it couldn't be picked up under any condition. Everything but the outer inch of crust was like a thin wet tortilla. And their plastic cutlery wasn't up to the challenge, ripping the pizza toppings off and turning my pizza into a casserole. That being said, the flavors were wonderful on my pizza. The hot honey made for a really tasty flavor balance, and the copious amounts of curling pepperoni were a nice change of pace from the cheap stuff. The peppers were good too, and I wish I could source some locally. My wife's pizza was okay, though the whole mozzarella clumps reminded of dollops of Ricotta and they were very cold as if they were added after baking. Odd. I don't mind paying for expensive pizza if it is good. I am also not a pizza snob and will gladly eat subpar pizza. But, to overpay ($26 for mine alone) for pizza that is just a mess in a cardboard box rubs me the wrong way. The same goes for buying ($24) a cold pizza. The dessert we ordered was a Paris-Brest, and being a choux fan I absolutely loved it. Delicious with hints of coffee, almonds, nuts, and some flavorings I couldn't place, I would quickly come back here just for that. As for their pizza, I just don't know. On a nice pleasant day it would be fun, but too many mistakes on our pizzas makes me leery of ordering them again for those prices.

Delicious, relaxed lunch with my daughter. First time for her and second for me…read more The Mango Green Ice Tea was refreshing. We both ordered the Beef Sukiyaki and tossed salad. The tender moist beef slices on a roll were very good. The Ginger dressing on the salad was flavorful, and I wish I could buy it to elevate salads at home. We enjoyed the Red Bean Ice Cream which is creamy with tidbits of bean. Outstanding. Service was attentive, friendly, and efficient! Ambiance is relaxed which was welcome after shopping on Wolf Road. And the bucket chairs are so comfortable.

Came here for a light lunch, tea and dessert. Our visit started off great- we were greated warmly,…read morepromptly seated and given menus. The tea was wonderful and our lunch items came quickly and were tasty. We asked to keep a menu, explaining we would like to get dessert after. Once we we received our lunch food, it quickly went downhill. We never saw our waitress again after that. My son finished his Boba tea and wanted another, but our waitress never came over to check on us. We sat for over 40 minutes after we recieved our initial order and not one waitstaff came over to ask if we wanted anything else, nor did they come over to give us the check. After giving up hope of dessert and more tea, we eventually went to the front counter to pay since we realized no one was coming to give us the bill. Normally, I would understand if it was understaffed or busy- yet the two parties next to us had waitstaff come over numerous times. We were literally ignored. We won't be back and I do not recommend.

Fresh donuts, fast delivery. Excellent quality and choices. Definitely ordering again.read more

Super friendly staff, fast workers making each and every donut in front of you with excellence…read more Nothing like eating a freshly made donut that's still warm and oozing with goodness. You walk in the door and are greeted with that delicious aroma. Nothing but good coming from Duck Donuts.

This play cafe in Latham is an absolute gem! We live in Brooklyn, but every single time we are…read moreupstate visiting family, we make it a point to stop in with our two sons. As a parent, the first things I look for are cleanliness and safety, and this place excels at both. It is incredibly well-maintained, spotless, and designed in a way that lets the boys have a blast while I actually feel relaxed. The onsite cafe is also such a convenient touch--we always grab the boys smoothies for the ride home! What really sets this business apart, though, are the owners. Michael and his wife are some of the kindest, most welcoming people you'll ever meet. They truly care about the families coming through their doors and make you feel right at home every time. Wonderful people running a wonderful business--we can't recommend this place enough!"

A little pricey but everything is pretty clean and well maintained. $25 +tax for 3 hrs. Food and…read moredrinks are expensive but you can bring in your own snacks. I was really happy they open at 9am! So many places don't open until 10 and my kid is up early. Also lots of play options. Huge "sand" and ball area, trampoline, screen game, giant slide, scooter coaster, little grocery and play food area, small train table and a peg board. I will probably be back again this winter when we need something different.