Great place I love the fried haddock Friday they give you a big piece of fish alot of French fries…read moreand a nice salad I highly recommend

We exited off Interstate to try this restaurant per Yelp reviews and we are so glad we did…read more Locally owned is usually our choice. Loved this place, clean and pleasant and friendly atmosphere. I ordered the Chicken cacciatore which was amazing (tasted like my Moms) huge serving. My husband ordered shrimp scampi And said it was the best he had eaten. If you have a salad and are a vinaigrette person try their house French Vinaigrette, wish they sold it!

Let me set the scene for y'all - we came to Albany on a Friday afternoon, around 3 pm and legit…read moreevery restaurant we tried to go to was CLOSED! LOL I'm not from the area so i was so surprised at this but apparently it's the norm?? Anyway, we almost gave up hope but then came across Bar Vegan and it did not disappoint! Food/Drinks: 5/5 The food was banging and beautiful! I love the style of this place as it is a shareable vibe where you just order a bunch of plates and enjoy. We ordered the following (in order from our favorites) 1. **Bar Vegan Sushi Roll** - MUST TRY! We "shared" this but I devoured 75% of it LOL. The sweet potato paired with the outside coating and the dressing is seriously addicting omg. 2. Bang Bang Cauliflower - SO GOOD! The name says it all. These were not spicy at all. It was the perfect mix of sweet and savory though. The cauliflower texture was soft with a light crisp, truly low-key tasted like wings. 3. Garbanzo Bruschetta - This was good, it just didn't rock my world. Lots of beans and a little light on the tomatoes. 4. Zucchini Fries - I wish these were a bit crunchier and had a tad more flavor but the sauce was a sweet touch. I also tried the Wild Hibiscus cocktail which was so sweet and refreshing. Also, $12 for a COCKTAIL? NYC could never!!! Service: 4/5 No one greeted us upon entering but once we sat in the Bar Vegan section our server greeted us with a smile and checked in on us frequently to make sure everything was going okay! They also recommended thee Sushi which more than lived up to the hype! Vibe: 5/5 This place has 2 sections in 1 I think. There is a build your own bowl Hawaiian theme to the right and then the sit down Barr Vegan place to the right. Upon entering, thee interior is gorgeous! Greenery and lots of mirrors (which I love haha to look at yourself if you're anything like me). The music is on point and it's just good, aesthetic, modern vibes. Shining gem of Lark St in Albany! If you're a vegan (disclaimer: I'm not lol) living here it's a must try. Might have to make a trek back just for the sushi!!

An cool place to hang out but I highly recommend the salsa night on Fridays, a great place to dance…read moreand have a good time.

4 of us had dinner Saturday night for the first time here . Food was really good double smash…read moreburger tuna steak and cob salad all top notch. Our server was super nice and the building is cool.

My recent experience at Finn's was exemplary from beginning to end…read more I stopped by Finn's with a colleague for dinner. The exterior and the surrounding neighborhood doesn't really give a good indication of the goodness you'll find inside Finn's. Immediately upon entering, I was met with a lovely and bustling dining room. My colleague and I sat comfortably at a high top table. We began our experience with cocktails I got one of their specialty cocktails (it was a rye cocktail--I don't exactly recall the name of it). It was spirit forward and delicious. For my dinner, I got their chicken schnitzel. It was hands down the best chicken schnitzel of my life. It comes piled with a perfectly dressed caesar salad and topped with trout roe. My good gracious--I'll be dreaming of this dish. It was perfection. Our server was so kind and just wonderful throughout our experience. Can't really say enough--wonderful from beginning to end! Get to it!

I've wanted to come here for years to try their cheesesteaks (we live only a couple of minutes…read moreaway) but online reviews have mentioned that at night it turns into a dancehall/club. Because we have a toddler, I stayed away. However, on a cold December Saturday night I decided that it was time for an adventure. A Philly adventure... When we arrived the seating area was very empty and we quickly found our own table. There were lots of TVs on showing sports but because they were muted, and because the background music was soft we could actually hear ourselves. It was nice. The staff were very friendly. I ordered a cheesesteak, my wife ordered smoked wings, and we later got a cheese pizza for our son. The food came out pretty quick. I loved my cheesesteak. Now, I have no idea how "authentic" it is but the bread was lovely and light and crisp, the meat was good, and the hot peppers were actually hot. The smoked wings were okay, but I am more of a deep-friend Buffalo sauce type of guy and they tasted more like roasted chicken (which... they were). The pizza was very good and the sauce was a little bit sweet but it was nice that it didn't taste jarred. They have their own type of pizza and it worked. I think we came at the right time, as they were setting up for a 12-person party which would have made things really loud. Is there a dance hall upstairs? I dunno, but I never noticed club music. I don't know if we will always get so lucky on picking a night to visit but I wish I had stopped by sooner as it was a nice place to go and eat.

The beat and goat cheese salad was amazing. Unfortunately, the other meals weren't as spectacular…read more Hot honey sandwich and caprese Panini were mediocre and not two flavorful. We purchased to two sides of broccoli, one was overcooked and the other completely under in neither were seasoned. They also unfortunately serve all of their drinks in plastic cups rather than reusable. Not bad in a pinch (or for a salad)...

We revisited one of our favorite places on Sat May 14, 2033 5:15pm. The Hill at Musa is a friendly,…read morecomfortable spot. It's a year=round terrace garden w/ outdoor & indoor dining above the Muza restaurant, Think Polish beer garden. Both offer "handmade European food". The Hill offers a fine selection of Polish beers, on draft & in cans, & wines. I recommend the Zywiec Lager Beer on tap($8). The menu is limited but the apps are generous and can be shared w/ many as a meal. We had Zapiekankis - a sliced in half, baked baguette w/ Kielbasa & pickles ($15) and another one cherry tomatoes($14). Both are unique & excellent. We took home one half of each. They also offer 4 sandwiches and a great meat & cheese platter. Food & two drinks each was $70 w/ tax. The service from Chris W. was great. Reservations are encouraged. You can book online. When the sun is out this place is busy. We were lucky this visit. Thank you to all. It was a great visit. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY HOURS Thursday - Friday 5pm -- 10pm Last Seating 845pm. Kitchen Closes 9pm. Saturday 12pm -- 10pm Last Seating 845pm. Kitchen Closes 9pm. Sunday 11am -- 4pm Last Seating 245pm. Kitchen Closes 3pm. BRUNCH Weekend Brunch offered on Saturday and Sunday mornings! Book a table! p.s. street parking only w/ a public lot a couple of blocks nearby.

We loved the look of this place. It has this really cool garden vibe. The inside was really nice…read moreas well. The staff was so great. The bartender gave great suggestions. I had a black currant margarita and it was great. We also mixed a lambic beer and another honey beer on the bar tenders suggestion and it was great. The food was a little lack luster. We had the pretzel bites , chicken schnitzel, and pierogis. I think if they had a little more flavor they'd be better. I would definitely come here again but probably just for a drink. Come for the super friendly staff and the cool vibes!

One of my coworkers offered to buy us lunch from here, and after reviewing their menu I selected…read morethe "Champagne Cranberry Salad", which has mixed greens, dried cranberries, candied pecans, gorgonzola cheese, and a champagne vinaigrette. At $9 it seemed like a lot, but it was the holidays and a quality salad costs money. I even ordered it with chicken (an extra $3). The salad was fantastic. Everything was fresh, there was an abundance of the expensive garnishes like cranberries and pecans, and it came with a roll. I do wish that more dressing had been provided, but alas it only came with a small cup. The chicken on the other hand was just okay. It was warm and moist, but it appeared to be prepared chicken breast portions as we had four salads (all of which had chicken) and all 16 of the chicken portions looked identical. Had it been fresh chicken, I would have given it a fifth star. Nonetheless, it was a great salad, and worth the price. Hopefully I can actually go here someday and see what the restaurant it like.

This place surprisingly hits a hole in one! For years it was under par, but recently (past 2…read moreyears), the restaurant has been Tiger Woods worthy. The updates to the ambiance are great! It feels and looks modern, and most recently, the patio outside has received a major facelift making it inviting and functional. As for the food, it's delicious! No matter what I've ordered, I have not been served a bogey. The salads are fantastic, as are the homemade chips, the sandwiches, and the homemade ice cream sandwiches for dessert. If you're looking for a casual place to grab a drink, relax, and enjoy some yummy eats, Normanside dining is a great choice!

I came here as my first ever bar after turning 21. Didn't know what to order and had my friends…read more order for me. Came here again with another friend and order a drink for myself. I love the ambiance, it's very quiet but also cozy for a bar. Able to have conversation without there being awkwardness.

Recently came to the Lark Street Tavern for a comedy show and had a great experience. We started…read moreoff with drink which we enjoyed very much. I ordered an espresso martini which was made exactly how I like, and my friend ordered the watermelon martini which was refreshing. We ordered the garlic parm fries which were made fresh but a little on the salty side. They have a nice space in the back for open mics and comedy shows. I do recommend getting there early to snag a good seat. The bathrooms in this establishment were also very clean, which is rare to find at a dive bar!

I've been here once every time they rotate their drink menu to try their seasonal menu, so at least…read more10 times now. They've got the best drinks in all of Albany hands down. My best friend and I have wandered NYC, Pitt, Philly for cocktails before we settled our lives in Albany and Savoy takes us back to the good old days. We come here to catch up and just have a good night. Lots of other locals too and bartenders are great. Their food is pretty banging too -- caesar salad with ANCHOVIES, delicious burgers and fries to satisfy my fries craving. Street corn. Bacon jams. Brussel sprouts. Yum yum yum. If you're just visiting Albany and need a place to stop by for a good night, highly recommend!

Pretty uncrowded before 7 PM. Definitely picks up the later you go in the evening. We were able to…read moreget a table easy. But the tables were practically all full when we left. Good menu with plenty of options. And the portions are large. Not incredible, not bad. Just some middle-of-the-road tasty food. The service is...not great. Unfortunately, I think they were understaffed? After we ordered, we didn't really see our server again until it was time to get the check and leave. Has a nice dive-y feel to it. Chill vibe. Definitely a decent spot to spend an evening.