Cameron ran the bar. He mixed up a tasty gin and tonic for me. This tasting room is dedicated to…read morethe promotion of their Maine-centric offerings of various liquors, beers, and ales. They lack food but have a history of hosting group and business events. To that end I'm confident they offer a unique experience. I love the set up and location of this place! It's cozy. And you're probably familiar with the statement that if they don't have exactly what you want to drink they'll definitely have something you'll love. Support Local. Go there. You'll have a great time.

If you're in the area I highly recommend you make a stop here!! The spot is super lowkey, I love…read morethe layout/theme. It's small but spacious. The prices are reasonable and the service is amazing!! I went recently and had Rachel and Nash taking care of me and they were amazing. Rachel is so bubbly and radiates happiness! Their drink menu is pretty big, they are an "open" bar but the liquor they use is made locally so they only use one brand so in that way you are limited BUT the drinks are still delicious. I had the Lady's Limoncello which is featured in the little boomerang I posted. They do give you complementary trail mix (not sure what to call it - can also be seen in the background on the video) and I think that's amazing. They don't have a food menu so it's nice to have a little snack while you drink. I came from out of state and I would love to go back. Loved the experience and the staff! Also Rachel makes an amazing pina colada shot!!! It was my friend's birthday and she made us a couple of shots and they were so yummy!!

In from ATL on business, I've found myself at Da Joint twice in the past week. They have a nice…read moresetup with couches and comfy chairs to sit in. A handful of flat screens spread out around the place, and numerous tables are available if you are trying to use a laptop. Lots of variety in terms of hookah flavors and the service was very friendly.

They play fire Punjabi/desi music (even the new r&b releases)!…read moreThe person who works here was super chill - made us his special chai, gave us a board game, and kept us in the loop~ Never a bad idea to end the night with a laid back hookah lounge :)

It's closed. Permanently. It's showing as open on maps. It's not. It's gutted. Permanently closed.read more

With limited info on the website, it was tricky to figure out how this place "works" so I'll share…read morefor all here. The cigar lounge has a small but quality selection of cigars for purchase. Perdomo, Fuente (chateau line), Padron 1926 and 1964, etc. Average cigars go for $25, and mid- to top-tier go up from there. Currently in April '23 there's no other charge, but they do have lockers that you can rent through membership which allows you to bring your own cigars and stash a small bottle or two. There is no alcohol or other service, it's just a lounge. It's large, spread across three floors with a restroom on each level. Lots of comfy seating, large TVs available, and would be great for a group to hang out and converse. Very quiet on a Friday night. Had the second floor to ourselves, and a group had the upper floor. Can definitely recommend - it's great to have a spot like this in Albany.

Came here for drinks after dinner and the vibes were really pleasant - they have a nice outdoor…read morearea and we sat in the seats up the stairs in their little courtyard. We came when it was still relatively empty so there were no issues in getting a table for a large group of us. Drinks were good and reasonably priced - they also came out fast. Overall, I thought this spot was pretty solid. Great spot to chill and just get a drink - thanks, The Night Owl!

Good vibes always. Been coming here for a few years and the staff is the best. It's safe,…read morewelcoming, and so much fun. The food is DELICIOUS! You get a little bit of everything here: dancing, indoor and outdoor bar and lounge seating, food, and even live music many nights. I recommend this to so many people. They always take care of their patrons which can't always be said about a lot of places downtown. Alex, and the rest of the staff. So incredibly friendly and on top of everything. BEST place for rnb, latin music, and best club in downtown Saratoga! Me and my girls are always safe and welcomed here!

Fun place with live music Super supportive local crowd & sweet bar tenders who were equally…read moreenthusiastic & seemed into the fun & revelry the crowd was giving off. A really fun little spot! But those cocktails-wow! Some stuff I wouldn't touch with a 10 foot pole, but hey! Something for everyone and the names made us laugh out loud! Highly recommend the Gimme S'more! Yum-o!

Cute little cocktail style bar on Caroline St…read more Sometimes there are talented DJs on the weekends. Vibes are chill if you arrive on the earlier side of things. Gets a lot more hopping towards the evening though, as this is Caroline Street, so be aware of that fact. Bartenders are friendly from what I've encountered. Excellent spot to hang for summer "day drinking." Recommend.

I had the pleasure of hosting my wife's 30th birthday party at the Loft and I cannot fully express…read morehow wonderful the evening was. From the beautiful space to the delicious food and drinks-everything was perfect. Mary and the whole team are some of the best in the Capital Region and are the definition of exemplary hospitality. I can't recommend them enough for a nice date night or a private party, no matter the occasion they'll make it memorable.

This is one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long while. The vibe and atmosphere was…read morefantastic. Chill and intimate but also upbeat and unique with a great music selection. The food from the appetizers to the entrees were so flavorful I thoroughly enjoyed each bite. Great drinks as well and price point was just right. Highly recommend.

Spending a weekend away in the Lake George / Berkshires area with the hubby and wanted to find…read moresomewhere to try, stopped in after jumping on Yelp to find somewhere close that was cute with decent food. Decided to give a try. The place is a total vibe, dont let the outside and area fool you! It had been a long day by the time we got here, did the outlets all day long and I was coming down with a cold. Ordered a ton of apps, Crab rangoon dip is GOOOOOODDDD!!!!... Ordered Calamari that apparently I didnt get a pic of, but It was good also. I think we got wings, but I truly cant remember. I got the risotto, I didnt love it but the Shrimp were delish, it had a super strong after taste flavor that I didnt love but couldnt truly put my finger on, Hubby said his pasta was good, but just needed "something". Would def go back just not sure how often we'd be in the area. Drink menu was super extensive and they were great as well. Started to feel not well and literally had to take our food to go, the waitress was soo concerned and caring, it was great, and it was no fault of the food or theirs, I think it was just whatever cold I was coming down with that kicked my ass and I felt like I was going to pass out, sorry TMI... But the response was so nice and accommodating from the staff. Def worth a try, just be patient with parking, it was slightly chaotic, or that night we just happened to encounter all the people in the are who couldnt drive in tight spaces, LOL!

We had a reservation Saturday evening before visiting the Egg. The host was super duper friendly…read moreand he immediatelly brought us to a small two top in the back dining area. The wine by the glass list was limited and fifty percent was vegan. I ordered the Mosen German Reisling which is more sweet than I prefer but there were no other options. My guy ordered a brown beer on tap, i'm unsure the name. We started with appetizers crab rangoon dip with crispy delicious wonton chips. And the second mozzarella eggrolls. I would pass on the eggrolls im the future. The motz is advertised smoked but lacked a smoky flavor. The Harissa had the spice level simular to Heinz ketchup. My entree was a Cuban sandwich that did deliver some heat, well pressed with plenty of pickles. We would love to see a wider wine selection and a turn up on the spice and flavor for the appetizers.

What a gem. What a vibe. WHAT a cocktail menu…read more Tucked away, totally unpretentious, but with a STAGGERING, almost-unbelievable range of martinis and martini-adjacent cocktails in this fall/winter-perfect, cozy, mostly-paneled speakeasy that's also evocative of a semi-secret lobby bar of an old hotel (it's not though!) Even the music selections made it sound like prohibition era jazz standards were drifting in from another room. It manages to be simultaneously totally old school and totally hip, fancy-feeling and swanky, but also with the ease of a local watering hole... no easy feat. From t-shirts to suits, locals to newbies, it has a totally come-as-you-are, everybody's-welcome atmosphere. Even the locals made us feel at home, giving us great insight into several restaurants all less than a block or two away. Wines and beers also available, but mixology is the main act here. We were there over two separate bartender shifts, both times on a quiet Sunday late-afternoon into evening, but both gents have it all down to a science without forsaking the art of crafting a cocktail. They pushed my formerly-favorite Manhattan (at NYC's King Cole Bar, there, as much for the environs as the drink) squarely out of the top spot, and as I told our bartender after I spied a semi-hidden bottle of Chartreuse and he offered to make an off-the-menu Last Word, it was the first time I fully understood that drink. That hard-to-find liquid green-gold is in VERY good hands at 9 Maple! Perfect for date night, but also welcoming to the lone visitor in search of a PERFECTLY crafted, amply -poured cocktail. Eat before you arrive, or pop back after dinner for a nightcap. Although we were there for off-season, an outdoor courtyard hints at higher traffic when the weather's warmer and the horses are racing. And even off-season, Jazz band nights attract a crowd. This place should really be on more national Top Cocktail Bars lists. It's that good.

We had a stellar experience on 1/19. Whoever the bartender was (wish we got his name) was just…read moreperfection! We had a gin martini and a pistachio martini, both were amazing and very fair pricing as well. So happy we found this spot. It's small, but wonderful and intimate. All of the patrons were chatting with each other over drinks at the bar and we really enjoyed every moment. We even made our way back later that night for the perfect espresso martini

The Patatas Bravas were absolutely the best thing I've tasted in a long time, the flavors of the…read moresalsa verde and the aioli along with the lardon were delightful and satisfying. I very much appreciate that they didn't use cheese in this dish. You could tell the whole meal was homemade and full of flavor. Even the greens that came with my sandwich had a delicious vinaigrette with crunchy seeds and pickled red onion tossed in. I can't wait to go back to enjoy another meal!

This place was fine. We didn't realize it was a straight up bar that also serves some food. The…read moreburgers were both pretty good. Price was fine. Atmosphere was a little weird bc as stated it's a full on bar and there were lots of people at the bar and around the tables drinking, etc. Won't go back bc it wasn't our thing.

Easy check-in. The room was bigger than expected. Very clean. All staff members greeted me with a…read moresmile. The workout room was well kept. Definitely will stay here again when I'm visiting Albany.

It was college move in, but off campus... so this Hilton Garden was closest to my son's apt. We…read moreusually stay at the branch near the SUNY Albany campus. Overall, a good stay 3.5. It's convenient with a Starbucks and Panera within walking distance. The staff are friendly. The room is a little dated, spots here and there could be cleaner... the towels all had little spots of brownish stains, not great. The shower had no pressure. Thankfully the A/C worked and we had no issues. (Look at other reviews, we were definitely worried in this heat!). Housekeeping staff are great, understanding it's every other day now due to environmental support, which is awesome. You can always call for extra towels and necessities. Hilton Honors gives you bottle water as a welcome gift. Much needed in this August heat. PSA: please look at your final bill before leaving, someone charged breakfast to my room, don't know how... just happy I saw it and called to get it removed asap. Appreciate the quick & prompt response from the hotel.