Interesting, off-the-beaten-path menu. Great corn and shrimp pasta, fabulous strawberry bread…read morepudding. Lovely waitress, restaurant interior sophisticated and cozy. This is a real gem!​

Mint was a great find, and an easy stop off of Route 90... We were on a long road trip and the menu…read moreof this place appealed to us, as I am gluten-free and pescatarian/vegetarian. We were able to make reservations online and the service was very quick and friendly. The food was absolutely delicious, and the majority of the menu could be prepared GF or vegan, if requested! Everything was so fresh, and the flavors were creative and unique. If I could give them more than five stars for their farm to table and locally-sourced food items approach, I would! Highly recommend to check out this little off-the- beaten-path Restaurant!

Love everything about this restaurant! Tonight we had eggplant parm which was lightly breaded and…read moretender, with a delicious fresh marinara sauce. Eggplant wasn't chewy or thick as many are. My date had the meat sauce with tagliatelle that was so thick and flavorful. But hats off to the baker! The bread is the best I've had in any restaurant in the Capital district! Even better than most Italan bakeries. Fresh, crusty, dense and tastes like homemade! The dessert we had was amazing- a pistachio and chocolate chip panna cotta. It was light and creamy but not overly sweet with a crunchy topping. The perfect ending to an Italian dinner! Our server was lovely and genuine (didn't get her name but it was around 6pm tonight). She was so thoughtful! We love Stella's and highly recommend it for an amazing meal and great service.

I came here with an out-of-town friend to sample the Seven Points brews at the bar, but we decided…read moreto stay at the bar for a meal as well. I enjoyed the atmosphere here, as well as my Baritone American-style Porter. My brewery companion said his beers were ok, but he really enjoyed his pasta dinner. He travels to Italy frequently, and he said the pasta would be considered traditionally al dente in Italy, though perhaps not to all Americans' taste. I took advantage of the happy hour prices (which included a discount on my beer) to try the Eggplant Stack appetizer. The eggplant was cooked perfectly, crisp without being greasy, and the marinara sauce was addicting. Service at the bar was fun with the chatty bartenders. Besides coming back here to sample more beers, this could easily become one of my go-to Italian restaurants in the Capital District.

Food was fast and delicious and the service was very attentive. You could tell that some…read moreimprovements had recently been made.

Stopped in to look at the beautiful hotel and saw the desserts! Took home a piece of Kentucky…read moreBourbon pie! Amazing. Can wait to go back and have a full meal.

Sat on the patio the ambience was absolutely beautiful no bugs interfered with our dinner…read more Our server was absolutely perfect. She was helpful, accommodating, and right on point with everything. Our food was absolutely spectacular. We had the jalapeño corn fritters the buffalo cauliflower and got a pizza to take with us. That was chicken Parm. At every turn everything was perfect. It was a Saturday evening and we didn't feel rushed to get out of there. We will be returning time and time again it was worth the drive.

This was a very unhappy experience. My friend ordered a beer and was served the wrong beer, and…read morethat was disputed by the bartender. The food was mediocre and the music was so loud you had to shout. Won't return.

Wow! I can't believe it took me so long to get here. I haven't enjoyed a meal this much in a while…read more I don't get over here much, but I think I will be back soon to try more of this menu. The restaurant is gorgeous, in a former bank, they have a parking lot and a small patio. We loved the dark and moody vibe of the place. I was very excited to try some of this chefs work after drooling over the menu for weeks. We were welcomed by Vince, who was super friendly and knowledgeable on the menu. He provided great service through the whole meal. We started with martinis, they have a great cocktail program. I ordered a dirty martini with blue cheese olives and it was perfect, and strong. We also opted to try the Oyster Shooter, how fun! It was an oyster served with a little shot of gin with cucumber. The shot was sweeter than I expected, but I simply had to try it. We probably didn't need an appetizer, but luckily the Bao buns were the perfect size for two. The Korean fried chicken was crisp and moist and coated with a thick sweet and spicy sauce. It definitely had some heat, but it was a nice heat. The peanuts and cilantro paired great with the buns. Besides the menu, they had a number of specials for the evening, so keep your options open. We did decide to stick to the menu though. I ordered the signature duck and my sister ordered the porcini ravioli. The duck dish was stunning, I couldn't take enough photos of it, and the taste blew me away. The duck was so crispy and tender, the fatty flavor reminds you of a holiday. The carrot puree, potatoes, greens and cherries added complexity and balance to the plate. I never finish my dinner, and I ate every morsel on this plate. The porcini ravioli was no different, it was incredible. The thick creamy sauce had so much flavor we were trying to guess what was in it. It was so rich and dreamy and the additional of walnuts was a fun crunch. If you love mushrooms, get this. We loved this meal, and I will rave about it. I am coming back for the pork belly dish, soon.

The food here never disappoints. Every dish I've ever tried here is fresh, locally sourced if…read morepossible and well prepared. Service is also top notch.

The space is stunning, the vibes are high, the service is top-tier, the cocktails are creative and…read moredelicious, and the food was outstanding. I may be biased, Mediterranean is my favorite but the flavors and presentation were truly beyond compare. I only wish I had room to try more! There were so many dishes on the menu I wanted to order, but sadly, there's only so much room. We shared the grilled halloumi and charred carrots. My husband had the Branzino special, and I had the lamb gyro. Every dish was absolutely delicious. But the only thing I managed to photograph was THE most creative cocktail special I've ever had the privilege of trying, thanks to Colin. I absolutely love sitting at the bar with a knowledgeable, creative mixologist who is genuinely passionate about their craft. That kind of experience makes a night feel extra special. 10/10 experience. I think we just found our new special place.

Came on a busy Saturday dinner party of 5 without a reservation. The hostess was so kind. They were…read moreable to find us a table, only caveat is that it was in the vault room. And quite frankly, that was a cool area. You could snap a photo inside the giant safe. The restaurant used to be a bank. So think high windows, high ceilings, open space with beautiful tile flooring. The food did not disappoint. We had a mix of their lamb and seafood dishes. They gave a great twist to the predominantly Mediterranean menu. The cocktails were crafted wonderfully. Im very taken back on this gem of a restaurant in Schenectady NY. Great place for a date night, celebrate a special occasion, or just to have good drinks and food.

We were visiting the area and needed a spot to grab some dinner. Found City Squire on Yelp and…read moredecided to check them out. The place was packed (which is a very good sign). Despite how busy it was the service was prompt and super friendly. We ordered a couple apps and both of the vegan entrees and everything came out hot, fresh, and flavorful. This place is a nice bar with a good selection of beer and wine and lots of seating for people coming for food. It has a "local" vibe and I appreciate that! I also appreciate having options for different dietary restrictions.

City Squire is a great place to meet up with friends especially when you have a group or dietary…read morerestrictions. We have only been here in the winter since our first visit in November but this was our second visit and we are really excited to go back. The service is great. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. If there is any questions about a menu item, they will not hesitate to go to the kitchen and speak with the chef. There are a few vegan items on the menu and we love this!!! Last time we ordered the vegan short rib and vegan bulgogi pork. The short rib I had and let him try was so good my husband ordered it for himself this time. I tried the seitan wings in BBQ sauce and of course we had to let our friends experience the fried chickpea appetizer, sooooo gooood!! We love it and we will be back with more friends!

We made a dinner reservation Thursday May 14, 2026 two weeks in advance. Confirmed reservation two…read moredays before with Linda & Dan K. We were a party of eight. Brothers & sisters get together monthly at different restaurants & pubs. We, Nick & Liz, are regulars here & it was our turn to choose. For everyone else this was there first visit. First our table was all set. Our server, Christina, had already set out menus & waters, then took our dinner orders. One sister was impressed with her Bloody Mary made by Dan K. Two excellent pub melts w/ steak fries-always great, two Cajun fish tacos - just great (and she's the fussy sister). Also the Cajun dry rub chicken wing appetizer was also great. Everyone was happy with this choice. Also enjoyed four rounds of Thursday Night Trivia. Thank you Greg & to the staff & the kitchen. You all made it a great, fun evening. See you again soon. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY

Food was fantastic!!! Service was excellent!!! Would have given 5 stars but the bathroom is gross.read more