Red and Blue in Troy has a way of turning a simple meal into something you think about later. The…read moresushi is wonderfully fresh, with clean flavors and a richness that makes each bite feel intentional. Their soups deserve just as much praise--deep, comforting broths layered with flavor that warm you from the inside out. Pair all of that with attentive, genuinely friendly service, and the whole experience feels effortlessly satisfying.

My favorite sushi spot!!! No where tops Red&Blue in my opinion! The people there are so kind, I…read morelove eating in AND delivery! It's always so fresh!!

Been here a bunch of times now and they never disappoint…read more The review is really that simple. It's going to be really good every time. Order something spicy and get excited. Also get the ribs!!!

Meh, at best. For…read moreChristmas Eve, I wanted to do something easy. I picked up some tenderloin steaks from the Market32, and thought I would just grab some fried rice from the Northeast Chinese Restaurant nearby. I ordered a large pork fried rice and fried wontons. Stupid Me: As I waited for my food, I began to read the reviews. Should have done that before ordering lol. Not just one, but several reviews claim finding roaches in the food, with photos. I was instantly grossed out about my choice. In my head, I was convinced that I too would find roaches in my food. The Good: I slowly dumped the rice into a large bowl, inspecting every bit of it for roaches. I did not find any LOL. The Bad: The fried rice was Meh at best. The only real flavor was SALT. The Ugly: The fried wontons were missing just one thing: Flavor. Like, there was absolutely none. You taste the grease they were fried in, and nothing else.

If you're in the Capital Region and appreciate authentic Asian cuisine done right, Ala Shanghai…read morecontinues to set the bar. The fried sea bass with sweet and sour sauce was absolutely superb--perfectly crisp on the outside while still tender and flaky inside, balanced beautifully with that classic tangy sweetness that doesn't overpower the fish. And of course, the soup dumplings are always on point. Each one is delicate yet packed with flavor, with that rich broth that bursts out the moment you take a bite. It's the kind of consistency that keeps you coming back because you already know the quality will be there every time. What also makes this establishment stand out is the ambience. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance--comfortable, lively, and welcoming without feeling rushed. You can tell the place runs on pride and discipline. The owner and waitstaff are always diligently moving, making sure every table is attended to and every guest is taken care of. That level of attentiveness is something you don't see everywhere anymore. For me, this has become my go-to Asian bistro in the Capital Region. Great food, strong hospitality, and a kitchen that clearly respects the craft. If you know, you know.

The food is so tasty. I cannot wait to return to try one of the fish dishes. I really enjoyed the…read moreveggie dumplings. We had tangerine chicken (one of the specials of the week), sautéed pea shoots, veggie fried rice, the dumplings, spring rolls, and the scallion pancakes. If all I had were the pea shoots and the fried rice, I would have been satisfied. The service was great. The tea was smooth. The room was dark. I can't explain it fully, but it reminded me of a few restaurants I experienced in China. The place was packed! I was able to take a photo of the inside after a few people left.

Our experience as a whole was amazing! The server was incredible. The food was the best I have ever…read morehad the privilege to enjoy. The restaurants decor is top notch too! Me and my family love it here and will be coming back. Give them a shot! UPDATE: I went back a second time passing through town and they were just as amazing if not better. I cannot recommend them enough. For three people to eat it was under 60 dollars. I would be willing to pay that for my own meal here.

Another fine dinner at Rain Modern Chinese Restaurant. Food,…read moreservice and ambiance was wonderful!

I am never disappointed whenever I'm here to satisfy my Chinese comfort food cravings. This is a…read moresimple and small eatery serving up tasty dishes that you'll come back for time and again. The overall ambiance is basic and clean. However, they are serving up big and bold flavors. Service here is always friendly and fast. I especially like that they offer complimentary hot tea, and it's really appreciated on chilly days! Actually, tea is my go to whenever I'm having Asian food. I am a creature of habit and mostly order my usual. On this visit I had spicy wontons, General Tso's chicken, stewed beef chuck noodle soup and eggplant with garlic sauce. All delish and certainly enough leftovers for another meal. You've got to try it! Side note, they have an attached private parking lot next to them and that's a plus!

My partner and I drive from NYC to Vermont at least once a year, and every single time we make a…read moremidpoint stop here. Taiwan Noodle consistently serves absolutely delicious food. The spicy wontons are our all-time favorite the sauce is incredibly flavorful, and unlike many places where the wontons are mostly dough, these are generously filled with meat. We also ordered the beef chunk soup and the salt-and-pepper fish. Even though I've been here many times, the salt-and-pepper fish was new to me on this visit, and it was fantastic crispy, perfectly seasoned, with little bits of fried garlic and a sweet-and-sour dipping sauce that was so good. If you're in the area, definitely stop by!

In Albany , if you are looking for real Chinese food , shining rainbow is the one you should…read more Be check in. From taste of the food to the service they are offering to you was nothing but professional . The bathroom was clean can be , What people say is, if the bathroom is clean and the food has been clean Was a very good experience and they take the Chinese food into another level

On a cold, windy day there is nothing like a bowl of piping hot soup. Absolutely nothing. On this…read moreparticular day, the wind gusted nearly 20mph and the temps hovered above 30 degrees. It felt brutal as the wind pierced through my coat. Winter still had us in its icy grip even if the calendar said that Spring was only days away. I was alone and I was happy to take refuge in the warm restaurant with its welcoming decor. There are pretty Chinese lamps at each booth as you enter. In the back, the large round tables were filled with families who appeared to be throwing a party. The server told me I could sit wherever I'd like. I chose the first booth. I was only too happy to come in from the cold and sit. Oh, the bowl of soup that I ordered turned out to be a dream come true! It wasn't just any soup. It was the Wonton Noodle soup lunch special at Shining Rainbow on Central Ave. in Albany. The menu is in both English and Chinese. After looking at the description, I thought I had an option to add some meat to the soup. So I asked for some roast pork. After I placed the order, a young man from the kitchen staff actually came out to ask me what kind of noodles I wanted in my soup: skinny, medium or wide. He spoke to me in Chinese. I must have really confused the staff because a second staffer also followed him out and he asked me exactly the same question in English. I was really surprised. I said to them in (Mandarin) Chinese, " Don't you usually use the thin noodles for this soup? I'll take what's easiest for you to prepare." So I realized later--after they'd gone--that I didn't actually answer their questions. I must have added to their confusion but they were so very nice and polite. About 10 minutes later, a server returns with a huge steaming bowl of soup. I'm still so cold and when I see the steam rising in the distance from the soup bowl, I'm smiling. He places the soup in front of me. It's a thing of beauty. It also had vegetables that I didn't ask for, but that's not a bad thing. I took one look into the bowl and expressed my shock, "Wow. It's huge." The server looked satisfied and walked away. Underneath the roast pork and bright green veggies, there were thin noodles swimming in soup. It smelled divine. But there were no wontons. Should I say something? No. Because this meal looked perfect. Despite the confusion that I might have contributed to-- I wound up with what I really needed--a delicious and healthy hot meal. I almost finished it, too. The servers packed the rest up for me. When the bill came, I wondered what it would be. The lunch specials which are offered Monday- Saturday are just over $10. Almost $11. Sure enough, that's what they charged me. I gave them a large tip. I think $5 or $6. They were just so nice. Perhaps I looked so cold and pitiful. Whatever the reason, it was an awesome meal that didn't break the bank and I hope I can order it again sometime with or without wontons.

The Plum Blossom has been a Troy fixture for decades. Same owner and family since it opened…read more Had lunch here on an early Monday afternoon with my mom. We were given hot tea, water, crunchy noodles and dipping sauces to start. The lunch menu had a variety of choices, including vegan. I ordered a starter of Char Sui. For main entree platters, my mom ordered the pan fried tofu dish while I ordered the cod filet with Thai eggplant. I paid for a different side, thin rice noodles, since I didn't want the rice that came with the platter. Finished our meal with a pistachio layer cake and hand dripped coffee. Everything was enjoyable; well balanced and deliciously seasoned. A wonderful variety of Asian flavors in more traditional dishes. It is ornate, and brought me emotionally back in time. The service is more like the 70s and 80s, before food service became a rush for quick turnover. If you are looking for a spot where you can relax and not feel rushed, enjoy unique interior decor, and flavorful distinctive cuisine come here for lunch!

Been driving by Plum Blossom for many years on drive from NH to NJ and then NH to Schenectady…read more Certainly eye catching exterior and I was not disappointed when I saw interior. Stopped for lunch and ordered sesame chicken. Tea, water and some snacking noodle with 2 sauces. The wonton soup was excellent with large pillowy wontons. The sesame chicken was right portion and fried chicken pieces were hot and crisp and sauce dark sweet and tangy. Pieces of chicken were not uniform which I liked. Great service, great food and the vibe was what I had always imagined it would be from driving by.

Sadly it was terrible We bought 2 "Clipp" Coupons for $15…read moreeach Each coupon gives you $40 worth of food... 1 of which will never be used as we won't be going back. First we asked for water to start Waiter eventually brought water no ice about 2/3 full. We ordered soup I had hot and sour My wife had wonton soup ($6.95) for a CUP Mine came out hers didnt waiter said it had to be made "special" when hers came my wife tried and imediately said this is terrible! She passed it over and insisted I try! Omg Soapy dishwater tasting broth (almost like a crappy miso.... We had pan fried porstickers which were fine My wife ordered chicken with broccoli I asked waiter if I could get the chicken with broccoli in a garlic sauce he said "no the chef would get angry if he asked" He suggest to get the chicken in ginger garlic sauce... I asked (because I'm diabetic) "what vegtables Came in that dish" he said Corn and a bunch of other veggies... so I ordered that... My wife's food came out and was 'ok' Mine followed about 5 minutes later Not ONE single vegetable!! Chicken a few mushrooms and a ton of PASTA... omg 80% pasta (which as a diabetic is your worst enemy!!! Worse the ginger garlic sauce had no flavor.... Oh yes I almost forgot the waiter asked us while ordering "do you both want white rice?" He brought us both a clump of sticky 'rice ball' And charged us both extra $$ on top of the $16.95 and $17.95 that we each spent on our plates!!!! What Chinese restaurant charges extra for white rice? Being diabetic I knew I wouldn't eat much if any... Anyway we paid for Everything even the soapy soup!!! $60 -$40 coupon Yuck Yuck Yuckooo One and done!!!! Couldn't get out of there fast enough.... Trust me**** Skip this one folks

Ate solo on a rainy Monday after shopping at Trader Joes across the street…read more Large menu with a few photos and a hand written board helped when deciding what to order. I would like to return to try other dishes. I ordered Jasmine Green Tea, a cup of Hot and Sour Soup, and Singapore Noodles. A pot of tea arrived quickly which pleased me. I often judge a Chinese restaurant by the quality and taste of its Hot and Sour Soup. This soup was excellent in comparison. The broth was a good balance of flavors. It was just spicy enough. It had fresh mushrooms and tofu. Five Stars for the soup. When I saw the check later, I realized it was included free with my lunch. The Singapore Noodles was a large portion, but disappointing in that I could barely detect the yellow curry. The rice noodles needed more sauce or spice! The chicken strips were tender. There were onion pieces as well as scallions in it. Three Stars. But I will return. There are many booths in the restaurant as well as a long row of connected tables in the center for large groups. The restaurant was clean. One booth had four men who spoke only Chinese to the server. That is a sign that the food is good here. Server was efficient and helpful. Parking is right outside of restaurant in a strip of businesses that incudes Saigon Spring, a favorite.

The good, the food was good and presented well. I should have taken a picture, it was Instagram…read moreworthy. The bad, the men's bathroom looked like it hasn't been cleaned in months. Not exaggerating, dust bunnies hanging from ceiling, a layer of something on porcelain. I would suggest takeout.

Got take out, so can't comment on ambiance or service. We're…read moregoing to try dining in some time soon and I'll update. The food was great! As other people have commented, the menu is not the same old Chinese-American in most places. The dry chicken with peppers and peanuts was great! I wrote "less hot" on the order form; not sure if that's what I got, but it was just right. It's going to be tough deciding whether to get that again or try something else. I also got sauteed bok choy that was perfectly cooked and had a nice light sauce on it. $12 is steep for that but there was quite a bit. Spicy squid kabob was way too spicy for me, though maybe if I ordered that less hot?

Everything!! Nice people! Have been going there for 12 years!! I recommend it highly!!read more

Terrible customer service. They forgot an entire meal, rice and all, and refused to re deliver the…read moreorder. They also refused to issue a refund unless I provided my credit card information over the phone. I refused, and the restaurant owner hung up on me. Said I could have a free beef and broccoli next time I order. Will not be ordering again.