Did you know there was a speakeasy in Glens Falls?
No?
Me, neither.
Yes?
I guess it's a semi-well kept secret.
A friend of mine posted about restaurant week at a "bourbon room" in Glens Falls (not to be confused with the one in Saratoga Springs)...I saw "speakeasy" and was intrigued. Enter through Downtown Social or the outdoor entrance just off the back parking lot near the alley where warm weather outdoor seating is.
We arrived early as it was a last minute decision to go out. The vibe is very cool-dark wood, candles, private booths and a great collection of bourbon/whiskey. Staff is great-the bartender really knows his stuff and I'd consider him a mixology prodigy. Our server was also fabulous; she also teaches cooking classes there monthly. (Get on the email list or check out their social media for other info...i.e.: live music; they have jazz every Saturday night from 8-11pm).
We decided to go for the restaurant week menu. Off to a great start with cocktails, a charcuterie board and the "breads and spreads" appetizers. Drinks were great, appetizers plentiful. Dips were olive tapenade, hummus and romesco with warm bread from Rock Hill - all delicious. This could have been my meal. But wait, there's more.
Charcuterie board was a lovely mix of meats, cheese, crackers, mustard and pickled onions. Again-enough for a meal.
Main courses were the wagyu burger and blackened salmon. The cabbage salad served with the salmon was the bomb...loved that. The barley mushroom pilaf was very nice. My only issue was that the salmon was way too salty. I love salt....this was over the top salty-even for me. Left quite a bit of it over. The burger was savory and sweet; the focaccia bun was gigantic. Steak fries were delicious.
Chocolate almond mousse was served in a large glass-again- a very generous portion. Yum. Crème brûlée was a very thin layer of custard compared to other versions I've seen/tasted but it was decent.
Overall, I enjoyed my experience and with a few menu tweaks, this place has great potential. read more