very good drinks, and the pastries were great too. everything was out quickly and the inside…read moreambience is very cute. Staff member was kind and the pricing was super reasonable !

Great breakfast wrap. Had the maple sausage which comes with gravy and egg inside the wrap. Crumb…read morecake was also good, as was the ice coffee. They had a lot of other options for espresso drinks, coffee & tea lattes in addition to pastries, soft drinks and pre-prepared sandwiches. Good outdoor seating and indoors seating. Cozy, spacious and cute.

Needed a quick coffee pick up! Kru answered the call! This family owned coffee roastery hit all the…read moreright spots. We got a Cardi Bee Latte and Godfather Latte both hot and both delicious! Service was quick and the ambiance is cool! If you need some coffee and don't want Starbucks or Dunkin this is your spot!!

I'm the type of coffee person where my "go-to" coffee shop HAS to meet the following requirements:…read more *Quality over ambiance *Coffee knowledge vs. coffee influence *The baristas working there have a genuine passion for coffee Kru came highly recommended from a local coffee roaster we purchase beans from. He mentioned that we needed to check out Kru as he helps roasts their beans as well. We are SO happy we did! The menu is not overwhelming, not too fancy, but simple. I appreciated that the baristas working were beyond friendly and open to answering any questions that came their why. I bought a medium drip and a bag of their dark roast. The drip was not acidic, brewed perfectly. We can't wait to try the beans we bought as well!!

Graham's is such a gem and it's probably good I don't live closer! The environment is so fun and…read morestaff has consistently been very friendly and helpful each time I've been here. The homemade coffee syrups are really good and I also love that they have some on site to purchase to use in your coffee at home! They also always have really unique latte specials that are unlike anywhere else. They have excellent baked goods and I can't help getting one every time! It is small inside and can get busy but it is a very special place and it's easy to see why it is so loved.

Stopped in here because I had some extra time before a business meeting. Super cute place. Love the…read morevibes and ambiance in there. The staff was very pleasant and the service was great. I got a vanilla chai and a piece of carrot cake that was moist and delicious. My colleague got the upside down coffee and the crumb cake which he enjoyed. I will def make it a point to stop on when I'm back in the area.

Brunch in Albany was a new experience for me. I decided to try this spot out and was pleasantly…read moresurprised. The atmosphere is very modern, with all the bells and whistles. The color scheme is amazing, and the service is second to none. They move efficiently throughout the restaurant; they don't have just one person assigned to each table but use a group approach, and you can order at the table with the app, which is cool. Bartender Benny was great! The food, I'll say, was fair. I do believe the prices don't fully reflect the quality, but the overall feel is great. The champagne machine is a great touch, so that was unique. This is a very upscale brunch, but it's worth the hype for the decor. Parking is not the easiest, but it's worth it.

The Scene is super easy to locate on Western Ave. When you pull into the lot do not turn left to…read morefind a spot. Turn right and head directly to the overflow lot. This lot is rocky and wet but the main lot was full and circling back on Western Ave was not fun. Saturday at 130pm was a busy time and I was unable to find a table. There was a seating area with three dingy white chairs and a small low top table where I was able to sit. The chairs need to be re- upholstered! The stains are so noticeable on the white fabric. I started to order using the QR code but it was involved so simply order at the counter. The server will give you a table number and you can relax before your order is delivered. My coffee drink was served incorrectly in a to go container despite having an in house table marker and having my food brought to me. I waited in line at the counter and asked if my drink order was correct? The sever asked if I liked espresso?? I replied by showing him the display picture of the drink and his response was Oh we were out of glasses. The pastry was fluffy and crusty but not as substainal as it appears before you take a bite. Despite the service issue the items I ordered were well flavored and delicious . I would return and try a full menu item.

We LOVE the bike cafe! It's an adorably-trendy location in the heart of Voorheesville. My hubs and…read moreand I have made it a Saturday morning routine to get breakfast sandwich's and coffees and they are so consistent! Great size, flavor and always piping hot! I've tried a few of there other menu items including the BLT - classic homestyle presentation, delicious. Their Açaí bowls are huge and blended right in front of you. Berries and fruit always very ripe and fresh. The Avocado Toast is MASSIVE. Really fresh definition with arugula, feta and tomato. Great for a mid morning breakfast/lunch. All of the staff are super friendly and patient! Always have a wonderful experience with the staff there!

Really cute and energetic little place and super convenient stop after a walk, run, or bike on the…read moreRail Trail! My friend and I stopped in for coffee and the service was super nice and quick! I got a cold brew with syrup and almond milk which was good and pretty standard. We didn't happen to try any of their food or pastries but might have to on our next outing. This cafe would make a great place for any small get together or studying and doing work as well.

After going on a lovely walk through Albany's Washington Park on Easter Sunday, I noticed some…read moreactivity across the street at Jacob Alejandro. I was so surprised. Could they really be open on Easter Sunday? It seemed too good to be true. A great cup of caffeine was just what I needed at that very moment. So my friend and I crossed Madison Avenue and peeked into the tinted windows. Not only were they open, but the place was bustling. The inside of Jacob Alejandro is elegant and beautifully decorated. Furniture, plants, music and wall art are arranged to set moods. It feels more like a club than a coffee house. The baristas are super friendly, helpful and patient. As I tried to make up my mind on what to order, they offered suggestions. I wound up with matcha. I think my friend had some kind of latte. I remember both beverages were delicious. They were made to be savored slowly. We took in our surroundings and it was very relaxing. We'll visit again. Thanks Jacob Alejandro for a nice experience.

The dark aesthetic is tasteful and gives a more upscale feel. They have decorated this place the…read moreright way to make you feel comfortable. The staff is friendly and patient. The show stopper was the unexpected drink my daughter ordered; the Toffee Coffee. Super smooth, iced, refreshing and surprisingly something I would go back for. I ended up with a crème brûlée latte, it was flat. Not bad, just not impressive and it was warm not hot. The drink I wanted was sold out so I need to come back and hopefully they will have the items to make it!

I just order from here today and let me tell you! The woman who I think owns the cute coffee shop…read moregoes above and beyond! I reached out via Facebook with some question regarding sugar free options and she replied right away answering all of my questions I had. Then when I placed my order on door dash something I ordered had sugar in it she called me right away to call and fix it. Way above and beyond. Very heartfelt human! Recommend this place 10 times over! If you're looking to get a yummy drink or cute dessert and or delicious food head on over and check this place out! Thank you for the food experience! I truly love kind people!

Excellent coffee! Friendly staff! One of my favorite coffee shops! I highly recommend the…read moreAmericano!

Delicious I love the staff they're nice. I like that the menu has a description what is in it…read moreinstead of asking the counter workers a million questions.

Excellent service! Natalie helped me create a drink that soothed my gastritis! Thank you Natalie!read more

Cheddar Parm Bagel toasted with Salmon Cream Cheese is outstanding! Good combo…read more Glad I did not order my usual Everything Bagel because Cheddar Parm was perfect. Crust is crispy with natural cheddar flavor and hint of parm. Plenty of places to sit on a Tuesday at 10:30. Sipped my Columbia Decaf coffee and people watched. Service as usual was efficient and fast.

It's tucked inside the shopping center, and I would say it's a popular cafe. The line was out the…read moredoor. They get your order pretty quickly, so you don't have to wait long. I will say that as a first-timer, there was a little pressure once I got to the front of the line. My cashier wasn't the friendliest, which is why I gave 4 stars, but my bagel was a 5/5. The matcha was okay. There are lots of bagel options, and it's a great place to set up your laptop! Just be prepared for the crowd.

I thought that the Alias coffee was fairly new. It's tricky but I'll explain it, the business has…read morebeen in existence since 2020 but the kication is new. Alias Coffee partnered with 518 Craft and Primobotanica to open up in a shared space in downtown Troy, NY initially during covid. With good coffee and service, I'm sure they will have a successful future. I'm not a coffee drinker, but I do taste it so as part of the yelp experience, community CO was thoughtful enough to partner with a small and upcoming local coffee shop on National coffee day and get us in for a cup of coffee. I asked the Barsita to make me the best drink from the available choices and was given a Cappuccino, which I took a sip and handed it to my dad. My dad did say the coffee was good and from my tasting experience, the coffee was smooth and had a bitter after taste (like a few people I know like it that way) and the taske kept lingering fir an hour. Go get your coffee, this is in a neighborhood that requires revitalization, there have been some good initiatives and us as a community can help support them.

Having moved from their downtown location to a redeveloping neighborhood, Alias holds a lot of…read morepromise. I enjoyed an attractive cortado and am looking forward to tasting a locally made cranberry orange walnut breakfast cookie that I brought home to share with my wife. Did I mention that the cookie is gluten free? Future plans for the coffee shop include rehabbing the backroom to provide a great place to relax while enjoying your coffee concoction. Service is friendly and street parking is easy; there is even a bus stop across the street.