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    Smith’s Public House

    3.6 (53 reviews)
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    Buffalo chicken sandwich
    Mike L.

    Been a few times now. Love the decor and vibe. The food always looks great but it's average for the most part. My favorites from the regular menu so far have been the mozz sticks and wings. The house salad and Encrusted Haddock were also good. I recommend going if you're in the Cohoes area.

    Chicken Parmesan. Vodka sauce
    Kourtney N.

    Really saddened to have to give this review a 3.5 star rating but Yelp is an honest place to write my review based on my own experiences. I love the other associated restaurants so when I heard they took over this old known restaurant I was excited to come back and give it a try. I was over there a few years back and it was good food known for their wood fried pizza. Was able to make a reservation online which was really convenient since we have littles to coordinate. Downside is there is no off street parking lot, however there is the cities lot close by. Walk into the bar which is most of the front with high tops. The hostess sat us right away in a comfy 2 top with cushions chairs. Really nice fireplace with couches in the room and then another dinning room with tables and chairs. The table had a mini light for the ambiance however it wasn't effective, I felt uncomfortable as I couldn't read the menu and had to use my phones light to see . Server took a while to greet us. Drinks took longer than expected to be delivered. Apps came out timely. Dinner also came out timely but the server didn't really come back once we were eating, wasn't able to order another cocktail which was whatever. My husband ordered the salmon and it was like they just added sea salt to the top of the bowl and salmon like tooooo much salt, no other flavors. He was disappointed with it. The beef sliders were good but more of a meal than an app. The French onion soup didn't have the mound of cheese on the top melted like it normally does. The chicken parm was good and the vodka sauce was just okay, nothing terribly special. Like I said I was kind of disappointed with it all. Additionally they charge you a percentage fee assuming you're putting it on a credit card. I know that a lot of places have been doing this. Something to be aware of.

    Spicy Rigatoni
    Annie F.

    Smith's is such a historical gem! I visited on a weeknight and the place was nearly packed so definitely make a reservation, especially if you have a large party. My party of four was sat in the back of the restaurant, which was such a beautiful, cozy space. There were couches, a beautiful Christmas tree and fire place. The ambiance was 10/10! Now onto the food, we started with the Spinach Artichoke Dip, which was served with toast points. It was rich and creamy, and so good. For my entree, I ordered the Chicken Parm with vodka sauce and opted for a side of asparagus instead of pasta. I love the fact that you can get vodka sauce on your chicken parm! My boyfriend ordered the Spicy Rigatoni. Both entrees were delicious and we both had leftovers for the next day. Overall, Smith's is a historic restaurant that definitely has a vibrant future in Cohoes!

    Fried Mozzarella
    John C.

    Haven't been here in years and gotta say, I can't wait to come back. The food was exceptional and the staff was amazing and attentive. The cozy atmosphere made it that much better.

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    Ed R.

    Great old Remsen Street haunt with good food priced right! Street parking only. Original bar the runs the entire length of the front room from backing the day, with old style banquets, tin ceiling and old school photos of Mike Smith from the 30's.

    Short Rib Sandwich!!
    Rich H.

    Had lunch here yesterday with some friends from work, very good, great service and atmosphere. I had a chicken pasta dish, superb. My friends had the short rib sandwiches, all said delicious. I recommend and will go back.

    Massive antique bar.
    Pauline L.

    Smith's reopened in June under new ownership. I've heard so much about this place. This visit would be my first. I couldn't wait to see it. I was not disappointed. The food and service are great but it's the architecture, interior design and ambiance that you'll notice first. The new owner renamed it Smith's Public House and seems to have restored the place to its original grandeur. It's gorgeous. As explained in the menu, Smith's dates back to 1937. Walking through the door is like stepping back in time. There's a beautiful, massive antique bar, tin ceiling tiles, a luxurious red padded circle booth, cool light fixtures as well as floor tiling. The full bar appears to be very well stocked. The bartender was Mary Grace. She was friendly and helpful. For lunch in the Spindle City, I ordered the Spindle City Cutlet. It consisted of a breaded chicken cutlet with mash potatoes and an arugula salad. It was delicious. My photos don't show any patrons. There was, in fact, an impressive lunchtime crowd. I just didn't have permission to photograph any of them. I look forward to coming back. Smith's Public House has it all. Great ambiance, service and food.

    Espresso martini
    Alexandra C.

    Loved smiths! Had dinner last night - enjoyed it all, especially my spicy rigatoni. Will definitely be back!

    It started with drink with no alcohol in it then it continued to food I wouldn't serve to jail bird. Fish and chips shouldn't be so hard to make, however what came out of the kitchen is beyond well done. Lemon dried up and fish needed steak knife to stab through to attempt to eat. Savior of the dish basic fries that even four year old could take out of freezer and warm up in the toaster oven. If you don't believe me take a look at picture of dried up plate. Quite sad as I really liked the atmosphere.

    Miso Salmon
    Wendy W.

    I had Miso Glazed Salmon last night that was absolutely amazing!! So delicious, I want it again tonight!! My husband had Tuscan Chicken Pasta and he really enjoyed it too. Beautiful restaurant. I'll definitely be there again, highly recommend.

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    Talk about wonderful holiday ambiance, went in for a night cap, sat in front of the fire. The place was busy and lively.

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    Nice place that I will visit again. Pizza was tasty and beer cold, at a reasonable price too!

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    Has been my go to for awhile. Last night i ordered a thin meat lovers, crispy and it was perfectly…read moredone with the perfect amount of toppings so they weren't rolling off and the dough was crisp and not a bit soggy. Kudos to whomever made that pie. The delivery drivers are always quick and follow directions however the new website lacks a feature to really leave any, not a fan of the new site but its what it is.

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    Midpoint Pizza is still rocking it! The service is always…read moregreat, we have dined in, and we have ordered take out on numerous occasions and every time we go in the staff is always extremely courteous and seem grateful for our business. The cozy atmosphere of the restaurant is great for a romantic evening or a quiet family dinner. We love that they have clearly marked on the menu all the vegan options and what is vegetarian to make ordering easy. Ordering online is simple but it's just as easy to call and place an order of you have any questions or concerns. This time I ordered a large pizza with vegan cheese. Half the pizza had artichokes and kalamata olives, the other half was topped with fresh sliced mushrooms and vegan sausage. No canned mushrooms here! I think its great that they know their ingredients. The Vegan cheese is always browned and properly melted. You don't have to tell them extra crispy or well done, they aren't going to give you a pizza that does look and taste delicious! Anytime we are in the Latham area and looking for a place crowd pleaser where we can order for us and the rest of the family that doesn't eat vegan food, Midpoint is at the top of the list! There really is something for everyone!

    Holy grail of pizzas. I ordered during an absolute blizzard, and although it took two hours to get…read moreto me, it was fine because this pizza was so delightful and I don't even like cold pizza. Why was it so good? I got the 10" Chicken Ricotta, and the flavor was on point, perfectly seasoned, and the crust was so fresh. Not doughy, but that good fire pizza fresh. I'm also a sucker for anything that resembles pasta, so when I saw pasta on a pizza, it was a must try. I'm heading back to Albany right now, and this will be the first thing I order to my hotel.

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    We were in the neighborhood.... Honest. We were a bit hungry, too. DeFazio's, one of the region's…read morepremiere pizza parlors was only a few blocks away. I haven't been to this original location on 4th St. in Troy for a few years. The family operation is nearly 100 years old. Remarkably, it's very much as I remember it. A tiny place with three tables. Some of the seating looks like repurposed church pews. The youthful staff, friendly as always. They were running into some delays as orders came pouring in just before dinnertime. They'd have to check to see if they could fit our order for a big pizza with pepperoni, mushrooms, onions and peppers. They squeezed us in! Since the wait would be between 20-30 minutes we kept ourselves busy by checking out the desserts in the self serve refrigerator. I picked out a slice of "hangover" (alcohol) cake and I devoured it before our meal arrived. It was so delicious and naughty fun to eat our dessert before the meal. The pizza was fantastic when it arrived. I prefer crisp crusts-- this one was not-- but it was awesome just the same. My friend and I were so hungry that we consumed half of the pie before I realized that we hadn't photographed our delicious pizza. The remaining half was boxed and taken home to be enjoyed for a couple more days. The staff was so ready. They came to our table with the box and we settled up our bill. A lot to be said for tradition and quality. I've also visited DeFazio's in Albany, but I have yet to visit the relatively new restaurant up the block. Thanks, DeFazio's, for another great meal.

    Family business, neighborhood ambiance, fabulous pizza, fresh ingredients, and the most authentic…read morepizza I've had! Great sizes, reasonable prices, and absolutely amazing!

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    Parma Pizza opened in Halfmoon, in the former Papa John's Pizza space on Route 9 at Plant Rd. This…read morecasual pizza shop offers traditional & specialty NY style pizzas (by the slice and whole pies), calzones, stuffed rolls, salads, appetizers, wings, hot & cold subs, Italian dinners, chilled desserts, and Coke products. The place is order & pickup at the counter and there are a few tables here to eat your food. I stopped by Parma Pizza for lunch takeout recently. I ordered the 2 Specialty Pizza Slices & 20oz bottled Coke product for $9.50 plus tax. I chose two white pizza slices including the Broccoli & Ricotta and Broccoli & Breaded Chicken, which were heated up in the oven then boxed to go. The pizza slices were good sized which had a firm thin crust and slightly thick edge crust. Both pizza slices were fairly garlicky with oil, melted mozzarella cheese and plenty of toppings. This is what I expected for tasty Capital District NY pizza.

    Tipsy Moose Tap & Tavern - Beer Battered Grilled Cheese

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    3.5 mi
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    This place has the reliable small cozy dive bar feel that you want. Great spot to catch a game with…read moresome drinks and classic pub food, plus poutine! Food was great, service was great, everything was great. Not too long of a wait for the food, presentation was nice, I did not manage to capture our hefty cast iron of poutine in time before we finished off the order. Looking forward to my next stop in, hopefully soon!

    Tipsy Moose is a small and cozy tavern serving up comfort foods and drinks to go with it. Sit at…read morethe bar with all the barrels or the dining area with sports playing on TV, or out on their patio. There is limited parking on the premises but always parking on the street if you don't mind some walking. The slightly rustic, lodge type of interior matches the friendly vibes as well as the interesting drink selections, including a side menu filled with signature coffee whiskey cocktails! Their tipsy cocktails and beer menu is also quite attractive. My group and I were able to walk in on a weekend evening for dinner with no wait and while it was packed inside, it still felt roomy enough. However, the surrounding tables were rowdy and the noise was reverberating. Our server was attentive though she did admit it was busy and the wait time for orders would take a bit longer than usual. The menu has plenty of starters that are highly shareable, poutine, salads, soups, mac and cheese, burgers, pizzas, sandwiches, wraps, and quesadillas. Haven't had real poutine in ages so I decided to try their gravy fries with smoked cheese curds and added bacon. It was a good portion for the price ($15+) and came out hot on a cast iron skillet. The cheese curds weren't the type I expected and melted down too much, and did not have that squeaky cheese bite one would want in poutine. The gravy and the bacon worked well with the fries though! The smoked brisket French onion soup ($8+) was extremely hot when it first came out and I had to let it cool down before taking a spoonful. The cheese was so bubbly and delicious and the soup itself was flavorful (maybe a tad too salty), and had a balanced amount of onions and brisket. I would definitely get the soup again. Their barbecue pulled pork quesadilla ($15+) was also a bit too salty and meat was more tough than preferred. We also tried two of their mac and cheese selections, which came in a small cast iron pot each ($17+). The bacon chicken ranch mac and cheese was good but the jerk chicken mac and cheese was not as memorable (not much jerk flavor). Kudos for having a build-your-own mac and cheese option as well as a mac and cheese flight if you want to try more than one flavor. I'm glad to return to try other menu items at this tap and tavern and see what else catches my eye. While this visit wasn't spectacular, it also wasn't bad. The French onion soup is one thing I know I'd get over and over again. Oh, they also have a credit card transaction fee that you will see once you get the bill. Pay in cash if you mind said fee.

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