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    The Rail Yard

    4.2 (17 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Greg Y.

    The Rail Yard is my favorite restaurant in Gloversville. The prices are fair, the portions are ample, and everyone there from the waitstaff up through Donny the owner are a class act. Hell, they even have ice in the urinal in the men's room. Oh yes, and Saranac Imperial IPA on draft. If you're never had it, be sure to try it. Try it a couple times and then you can check out the urinal ice. There's usually a sports page taped up above it, so you won't be bored while there. It's those small things, and the really cool and historic train decor and turn of the century maps that make this place stand out. If restaurants were lovers, I'd totally date the Rail Yard. She's classy enough to bring the parents or a business associate you're looking to impress, but down-to-earth enough to be a great place to visit for lunch on a random day. In fact, the main reason you'll never reservations on a busy night is because the Rail Yard is just that good. It's worth the wait. As long as the Rail Yard is in business, there's no reason to ever have to resort to a chain casual dining establishment.

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    Went to the railyard tonight it was the most amazing seafood I've ever had. and the staff was so accommodating.

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    13 years ago

    Wow, what a restaurant. We had twenty people that had a variety of entrees, and all stated they were great!!! A must place to eat!!!

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    11 years ago

    Cute place! We stay in St Johnsville for our anniversary every year, and tried this place out. Great burger!

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    Big Mike's

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    I love little places like this. How could you not?…read more Big Mike's is a little shack with a pick up window (cash only) and a small inside dining room. The inside is homey, with a lot of little things hung around to look at. The single waitress running the lunch hour was delightful. She worked quickly and never skipped a beat. You could tell the other patrons here were regulars, since I didn't even hear them place an order, but their lunch was set down in front of them. The special board had great deals. The baskets came with fries and slaw, for $7.99. Great deal. This place is known for their hotdogs and burgers, but I wasn't in the mood for that, next time! I opted for the chicken wing wrap with no sides. It was SO fresh. It was filled with crispy chicken bites coated in a really good buffalo sauce, lettuce, tomato and blue cheese. I really enjoyed it. The wrap itself was super good and soft and fresh as well. The meal was quick, cheap and homey. I'll certainly be back next time I forget lunch at work.

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    So chains are a hit, some a miss and for food this location is definitely a miss…read more First no complaints about the staff, the hostess was super friendly and happy and our waiter took good care of us. The restaurant manager was quick to remove our meal charge and went as far to comp our drinks with nothing but an apology. Food.....our fries were cold and my burger was missing add ons. The explanation was they were working with a new chef who was in training. My response to that is, no excuse for cold food and apparently nobody is double checking the food being put out. Stop for a drink maybe but take a chance with a meal.

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