This is a mall bar. The room, is cozy. They have a good choice of drinks. Good service. I will come back

10/10 bar. Very nice. Would recommend. Guy rules. Asked for a shot and he gave me one. Ambiance is lovely. read more

Susie's - Incredible 10/10 bartender - Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

So. I am old, and don't get out to bars all that often. My bar for bars probably isn't the highest. Here is what Susie's is (and I hope Susie would agree): a great neighborhood bar. Maybe bars need to be defined by what they are not. It's not a college bar. It's not a sports bar. It's not a dive bar. It's not a see and be seen bar. It's not a new fangled fancy cocktail bar. It's not even a retro revive-the-classic-cocktail bar. There is no food at this bar. But it does have a great cross section of people. Susie herself is a powerhouse, with the bar and the restaurant to tend. And she shakes your hand like she means it. I get the feeling that one would not want to make her cross. And tonight, at Tuesday trivia, I saw the most fantastic showdown of rock, paper, scissors... EVER. It would be nice if they had Drambuie. It goes so well with Scotch on a cold blustery day. But there is a warmth about Susie's even without it. Something like family. Maybe more specifically, the part of your family that you like. read more

Susie's - Front door at night - Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

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Fantastic little bar, hidden right off Delaware Ave & Madison. The bar has a very cozy and warm feeling to it. It's the perfect place to swing by for a couple cocktails after work with friends. There's a fantastic patio area hidden in back, the crowd is friendly, and Suzie who owns and operates the bar is an absolute sweetheart. Suzie also won "Albany's Best Bartender" in 2006 via Metroland's Readers Picks. They have a Happy Hour from 6PM to 9PM with $3 and $4 Pints of 16 different beers on tap and they do a Trivia night on Tuesdays at 9PM. read more

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When it comes to going to bars, this is where I usually end up at the end of the night. It's a dive bar, and my favorite one at that. All of the bartenders are excellent and have been there for years. It's a small spot, but there is usually a lot of room until after 11pm. The patio is a great place to hang out after work in the summer. They usually get a mix of craft and mainstream beers as well as common liquors for mixed drinks. This is again one of my favorite spots, and maybe out of my own nostalgia, hope never changes. read more

Susie's gets 5 out of 5 starts for being just about as divey as a bar can get. If you're expecting to go here and have a weird AF time, you will not be disappointed. This place is a staple. An Albany institution. The same friendly, albeit occasionally grumpy bartenders have been working here for years. And that's really the charm of this place. The last time I went here I was hammered (duh) and I went into the men's bathroom to pee. I didn't lock the door and some guy came in and used the urinal next to me. And we were both real chill about it. I've also sexually harassed some strangers here before, and for that I am truly sorry. But I just want you all to know what you're getting into here. On another note, Susie's has a lovely patio. I will never, not love this place. read more

Cheap drinks, small place, extremely rude female bartender who clearly hates her job.

Susie's isn't really loved because of the normal reasons but. Ecause it's the last place in the immediate area that's open after your long crawl They've got the area out back now which is a nice trade from the awesome seedy dungeonous attraction Susie's holds read more

For a place which is as relatively small as Susie's, it still feels like you've got 3 decent options: the front area, which is more spacious, the back area, which is closer to the bar and has some arcade-type stuff, and the outdoor patio out back. That's actually the most accommodating area, but I couldn't spent a lot of time back there on this particular night because of a heavier dose of cigarette smoke. Inside was more than adequate. They have plenty of good choices for drinks too. I have to agree with others who say it's a fine place for a small group to go for drinks. read more

If you want to take over a bar with a mere 1/2 dozen of your friends, this is the place to go. There are usually not many people in there, which is good. The place is not large. One little sitting area, then bar space and seats against the wall. That's basically it. There is a deck out back, but it totally lacks a Susie's feel to it. You know, because sunlight exists outside. I guess I didn't yet mention that the place is in a basement. When it gets even slightly crowded, a bartender will collect empty glasses rather frequently. (I assume that's because they have a limited supply of glasses. How cool is that? A bar with a glassware supply sufficient to handle only an intimate crowd. If it gets too popular, people don't get drinks. Ok, that's purely a fantasy I created in my head. Could be true though.) The prices aren't bad and Cafe 217 is in one direction while Dino's Pizza is in the other. What about food at Susie's? Well, um. I really, uh, don't even know if they serve any. I've only gone there to drink. With the other two places so close on either side of Susie's, I didn't even think to eat there. Well, I wouldn't really want to eat there either. But back to the drinks. The bartenders tend to be cool and you can get the person's attention because there are usually so few people in the place. Yes, I really am saying that a nearly empty bar is my preferred bar in Albany. It lacks college student bozos and attracts a more punk crowd. Punk might be too intense of a word. People who might chill in black attire and adorn themselves with body art. That's better. If you're sitting right under a speaker, I hope your friends with similar musical taste are the ones messing with the jukebox. If not, you might have to endure an extremely loud set of songs you're not into. Parking can be an issue. I don't really have a good solution for that. Also, if you're drinking, you might wish not to drive. See you at Susie's! read more

What can I say... I love this place. It's small and cozy the bartenders are great! They also have a great outdoor patio in back! I must have hit this place up at least 3-4 times the month before I bounced out of Albany! read more

What amazes me about Susie's is, when I suggest it for happy hour, I get "But it's too EARLY to go to Susie's!" However, it reminds me of my college days in Oswego, when we would go to happy hour at "The Shed" from 4-6, then down to "The Raven" from 6-9. This is what the grad school crew would do with Susie's - Lionheart first, then across the way. This in itself makes the happy hour filled with familiar faces - which, really, is what I love most about my favorite Lark/Madison haunts. They have a great back patio as well, which also cannot be enjoyed by the after 1am crowd. read more

Bar tender seemed irritated and not welcoming. Not sure why she was behaving that way. Dry personality as well. Not someone I would want serving me on a beautiful Friday night. I'm glad they have a music box because she kills the vibe. read more

Susie's - a man standing at a bar - Bars Near Me - Albany, New York

No bullshit. No college kids. Decent music and beers. It's quiet and dark, and you don't have to worry about being bothered. The place could use some more indoor seating, but it's hands down my favorite watering hole in Center Square. read more

This is probably the bar I go to most, even though I never like the way they mix my vodka-cran with lime. It's a good place to go when you just want a few drinks with friends. It's cheap and the juke box has a great selection. Most weekend nights, it's not as excessively crowded as all of the other bars, which is a good thing. And the sparkly red floor really is cool. More importantly, they have my favorite video touch-screen game - the one my friends in college lovingly nicknamed "naked lady photo hunt." read more

Susie's is all right in my book. At 11, we peeked in and were alarmed to find the bar deserted. But to our relief, everyone was just hanging out in the nice little yard out back. It's smaller than the one at Cafe Hollywood, but really cute and intimate. By the time we went inside later on in the night, the bar was entirely full of people. I liked that the crowd was kind of artsy and older. (I guess you could say this is as close to 'hipster' as you're going to get around here, but that's really not saying much.) Plus, less college kids. In the end, it's just like any other bar with lots of people drinking and having fun. But I liked that the atmosphere wasn't all sports, beer and brawn. read more

A great bar with amazing staff! I have never been disappointed visiting here. The prices are not bad at all and the service is great. They have a nice patio in the back and the bar itself had a cool vibe. Definitely a smaller locals type bar, but don't hesitate to visit! Staff is friendly. read more

This is a decent pub overall. The drink selection is pretty good for a small place and there's plenty of room for a small group to hang out. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but it's a nice place to grab a drink if you're in the area. read more

Had delicious food and friendly bartender. Onion rings and spinach artichoke dip were the best I've ever had. Delicious food.

Loveeee Suzie's for all its dingy, friendly, diveyness. Super nice bartenders. Feels like I'm drinking in my friend's parents' basement, which might not seem great, but trust me, it is. read more

One of my great regrets in moving to San Francisco is that I could not take Susie's with me. Tuesday night trivia!!! Go MFC's!!! read more

i cant even count the amount of times that ive been to this bar and not remembered even walking there. and everyone ive ever known ever has this same problem. so if you are some sort of psychopath and you walk into this bar at 3am, even slightly sober, then just realize that anyone you meet here is completely blacked out and will never remember you. and not just because of how insignificant youre existence already is. read more

This seems like a bar that would have ghosts and I like it. It has been claimed by many of the Albany hipsters, which can be annoying for some, but mostly amusing or entertaining for me. There's a nice atmosphere to it and good selections. Their back patio is very nice in the summertime too. read more

Nice looking joint, not like the usual dive holes. After enough beers the floor actually look nice and kind of artsy. Not the place to bring the in laws or anyone you wan to impress but a nice little place to have a good time with some different sort of people. read more

So, after seeing that this is the top-rated bar in the Albany area with a 4.5 average, I had pretty high expectations coming here. I only stayed for about a half hour and one beer, but I'm confused why all the extremely high ratings. The bartender was okay, the beer selection adequate, etc. Don't get me wrong, I have no complaints, I just didn't think it was anything special. I guess I'll have to come back again and give it another shot. read more

Susie's is by far the best kept secret in Albany. The beer selection keeps out the kids and drunks. Jake's music selections are top notch. It's a great, old fashioned neighborhood bar. read more

Great little dive bar, without the "diveyness". The sparkly floor was a plus. The bartenders were cool. The crowd was chill. And the drinks did their job. Not too much more to say, they are what they are, and they do what they do well. Fanned! read more

Celebrated a very happy event at Susie's tonight. Best bar, bartenders, and clientele that I've ever encountered. Special thanks to the bartender Josh. No doubt I'll be back when I return to Albany. read more

$3 drafts. Strange but tasty blue mystery shots, even if you can't recognize Lucerne from a picture of a tower with some water next to it. What else do you need in a bar? read more

My Bar. The only bar I'll ever need and the only bar I care to spend any time in. It's the best bar in Albany. Thank you Susie for having the most welcoming bar for guys and girls who just got off a painful shift at whatever restaurant they work at. You are the best. read more

Great little low key bar in Albany. Great bartenders that make really good drinks and are very personable. Juke box for all your favorite tunes and a patio out back. Quick and easy! read more

The best no-frills bar in Albany. There's no theme, no kitsch, and no food - just good beers and good times. The brew selection is average in terms of sheer volume, but the 16 beers on tap are always well-selected. Patrons are generally laid-back and unpretentious and the jukebox has a decent music selection for one of the generic digital TouchTunes-style players. I'm usually on the homey, picket-fenced patio out back, but the couches in the front corner also offer a loungey alternative to the lively bar seating. I'm long since burned out on the typical Lark Street party bars. Thank you, Susie's, for offering a chill alternative just a few blocks from my Center Square home. read more

Susie's is an old favorite for their brilliant Happy Hour prices and decent beer selection. The bar staff are friendly and attentive and the back patio makes this my favorite drinking locale in the summers. Add onto that the great jukebox and dartboard and you've got yourself a winner for a superb night out! read more

VERY relaxing place to hit up if you're not feeling other bars in the area for a few drinks. the back patio is small but its a nice touch, and the bar is long and clean with a low ceiling and intimate feel. read more

For 4.5 stars before coming here I was anticipating above average experience. Went to happy hour and the drinks range was decent and reasonable in price. They have a bar area with limited tables, dart board but they also have a back patio that can host small-medium groups. They had a dj with a mac in the back, although I expected live music at the time, but not a deal breaker. Would not come out of my way as another poster mentioned. There's probably more going on if you walk into Lark towards Central/Washington Ave, although the scene around there is modest at best. Overall, ok dive bar, but check out other offerings closeby. read more

I have nothing but good things to say about this place! Low-key no frills bar in downtown Albany. The head bartender is a professional, makes great drinks, provides great conversation, and really knows his bar and his audience. The prices are right, the atmosphere is great, and they have an awesome juke box. I love coming in here when we visit. It's easily the best bar in the area. read more

Susie's is certainly one of the best bars in Albany. For the nerds, it's got a few obscure beers and an arcade game. For everyone else, it's got an extensive jukebox and a simple, relaxing, fun feeling. It's a nice compact size that seems to discourage it from getting TOO rowdy and packed (unlike the Lionheart, for instance, which, for some reason, seems to encourage people to treat it like a sardine can) yet also manages to never feel claustrophobic. I imagine that a feng shui expert would like it. (Sure, they'd ruin it with colored envelopes taped to the ceiling and polished rocks on the floor, but they'd certainly admire its excellent use of small space.) It's divey in all the good ways, and respectable in all the good ways, too. read more

Great place to just hang out at the end of the evening.

Great little bar. Synonymous with Albany. Great little spot. Great prices. Great service. Great atmosphere. What more can you ask for?

suzie's is not on any local listing. i do not have the number. but i have been here a Number of times. it is where the Griffon used to be, a couple of places down from romeo's (pizza joint). Suzie is really a great girl. she used to tend bar at the old lionheart when it was where bombers is now. the bar is a smallish area but has a number of seats at the bar, a number (ok. i swear i am not hung up on the word number) of them along the wall behind it and a couch at the edge. she also has a very nice patio out back with plenty of tables and umbrellas for the rain. the crowd is usually very local and everyone knows everyone else (side story - many years ago i stopped in here when it was still the Griffon and a guy collapsed against the wall. i ran to him and called 911, it turns out he had a heart attack and no one noticed. he would have died. i left when the paramedics arrived. i hope he is still ok.) we go here every tuesday night for trivia and everyone has a great time. the prices are very reasonable and they even have the tv games. a nice place to go to relax. of course, you Will be accosted by the local bums if you venture outside or go the little store next door. i have been propositioned and threatened outside here. but i just shrug it off, it Is lark st extended afterall. i can think of a Number of reasons to come here. (he he) oops. i just noticed that i entered it at Delaware St. it is Ave. (do we even have a st here? a terrace yes but a st? hm) read more