Restaurants in Albany
The Best Restaurants
Cafe Madison
1108 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208Great food, delicious food and a great meal. The meal was very delicious and the service was very good and it was a very nice ,I think it was a very good idea...
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- Superb461 Reviews4.7
Iron Gate Cafe
182 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210Great Atmosphere and Awesome Food I first visited the Iron Gate Cafe in October with my realtor so I was quick to suggest it to my husband as we were...
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- Superb348 Reviews4.7
The Cheese Traveler
540 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12209My husband I showed up at this store on a bitterly cold Friday evening looking for a hot sandwich to warm us up. We ended up taking home a charcuterie platter...
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- Superb144 Reviews4.9
Athos Restaurant
1814 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Athos is a dream for those of us who adore Greek food, attentive but unobtrusive service, and a kitchen and chef who are clearly dedicated to presenting diners...
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- Superb508 Reviews4.6
Mazadar Mediterranean Kitchen
1839 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205We have had some good Afghan food but this was the some of the best Afghan food we have had! Everything was so delicious. Loved the juicy tender lamb kebabs,...
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- Superb250 Reviews4.7
Son of Egg
418 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12210This place is awesome! It is truly a hidden gem on Madison Ave. The food was outstanding-fresh, generous portions and reasonably priced. There is enough space...
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- Superb157 Reviews4.8
Umana Yana
240 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210Was looking for a restaurant with good wine and all of the Italian places were packed tonight but we got so lucky to find Umana Yana instead! Everything was...
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- Superb196 Reviews4.7
Villa di Como Ristorante
286 Lark St, Albany, NY 12210My boyfriend and I came here for Valentine’s Day, and the experience here was absolutely amazing! Our waitress, Molly, was very nice and a delight to have!...
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- Superb111 Reviews4.9
The Cuckoo's Nest
234 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Get the Mac n cheese!!! Short rib Benedict was good... slightly mushy waffle with all the sauce on it and the waffles with chicken sandwich was surprisingly a...
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- Superb283 Reviews4.6
Oaxaquena Triqui
77 N Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12206Hole in the wall restaurant in the back of a corner store. Tasty guacamole! Loved the Al Pastor tacos, it had a bit of a kick to it- the pineapples added a...
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- Superb179 Reviews4.7
Delaware Supply
292 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12209Fantastic beer selection. Owners are both extremely knowledgeable and willing to point you in the right direction. Lauren and Colin have both made...
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- Superb102 Reviews4.9
Caffe Italia
662 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206So, this is definitely my favorite place in Albany now. I have eaten at several local places including a few Italian joints. Entertaining a customer he chose...
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- Superb171 Reviews4.7
MezzaNotte Ristorante
2026 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Really enjoyed the overall experience. It had been awhile since we were there and like before the food was very good. Had a quiet evening just the two of us....
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- Superb249 Reviews4.6
Grappa '72
818 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206One of the best restaurants in this region with remarkable service, great specials, and all fresh food. If you are looking for a night to remember, make this a...
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- Superb240 Reviews4.6
Albany Ale and Oyster
281 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208So happy Ale and Oyster is walking distance from the house we'll be moving into! The food is great and the beer is even better! I only wish the staff was...
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- Superb234 Reviews4.6
El Mariachi Restaurant
289 Hamilton St #291, Albany, NY 12210I tried a few Mexicans restaurants around the area and was not a fan of none until I found this place. If you want true genuine Mexican food, this is the...
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- Superb380 Reviews4.5
Mamoun's Restaurant
206 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210Tucked away on Washington Avenue is Mamoun's Falafel, a real find for authentic Mediterranean cuisine in central Albany. I ordered the combination...
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- Superb146 Reviews4.7
El Loco Mexican Cafe
465 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12210A downtown Albany must! I no longer live in the area but come every time to visit. Wait staff is super friendly and they have a great gluten free menu. Frozen...
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- Superb354 Reviews4.5
Dan's Place Two
494 Washington Ave #1230, Albany, NY 12203This repurchased rail car serves up some of the best grub this side of the Mississippi. The Beat-the-House breakfast special comes with 3 eggs, homestyle home...
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- Superb131 Reviews4.7
Eggy's Food Truck
177 Montgomery St, Albany, NY 12207It's just one guy in a tiny little food truck, slinging some of the tastiest food I have eaten in a while. The picture is of the pulled pork and slaw...
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- Superb78 Reviews4.9
Kuma ani (Wolf Rd)
109 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205A cute little place tha serves delicious Japanese soup, rice, and noodle bowls. The Ramen was perfect for a cold day and the staff was super helpful. The Pork...
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- Superb164 Reviews4.6
Lost & Found Bar & Kitchen
942 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207Ate there on a recent business trip and was pleasantly surprised, I ate at the bar and had the best Empanadas I have ever had. That and a salad filled me up,...
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- Superb151 Reviews4.6
The Albany Distilling Company Bar and Bottle Shop
75 Livingston Ave, Albany, NY 12207Albany Distilling is a great option for locally made spirits and their bar and bottle shop has really good craft cocktails...and DeFazio's pizza! I...
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- Superb84 Reviews4.8
Miranda's Deli
52 Columbia St, Albany, NY 12207Just stopped by here today for some lunch, and it was delicious! Grabbed a caprese small sub, a bag of chips and a drink for a pretty fairly priced $11. (No...
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- Superb105 Reviews4.7
Café Capriccio
49 Grand St, Albany, NY 12207This has become our go-to spot for special occasions even though we live an hour away. Fantastic servers, very attentive and kind. The food, always top notch....
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- Superb422 Reviews4.4
Taiwan Noodle
218 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206Taiwan Noodle is an Albany landmark. This place is an absolute gem and this review is long overdue. I have frequented the establishment since it's doors...
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- Superb204 Reviews4.5
Hill Street Cafe
180 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12202What a great little spot! My husband and I came here after a show at the Egg looking for late night food and drinks. Both the chicken quesadilla and wings were...
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- Superb134 Reviews4.6
American Restaurants
American in AlbanyIron Gate Cafe
182 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210Great Atmosphere and Awesome Food I first visited the Iron Gate Cafe in October with my realtor so I was quick to suggest it to my husband as we were...
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- Superb348 Reviews4.7
Albany Ale and Oyster
281 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208So happy Ale and Oyster is walking distance from the house we'll be moving into! The food is great and the beer is even better! I only wish the staff was...
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- Superb234 Reviews4.6
Dan's Place Two
494 Washington Ave #1230, Albany, NY 12203This repurchased rail car serves up some of the best grub this side of the Mississippi. The Beat-the-House breakfast special comes with 3 eggs, homestyle home...
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- Superb131 Reviews4.7
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Albany
Sweet Willy's Pizzeria
85 Sand Creek Rd, Albany, NY 12205The food is outstanding! Just had the ice cream tonight for the first time and it was amazing. The staff is polite and our service was amazing beyond belief....
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- Superb122 Reviews4.5
Nino's Bakery LLC
718 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206Best bread and rolls in townI drive from Schenectady and always buy more then I need so I can eat some on the ride home... definitely worth the ride. I...
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- Superb65 Reviews4.7
The Madison Theatre
1036 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208Outstanding places! I love the concept. I enjoyed the bar, the facilities, snack bar and movie. Something for everyone. Meals and drinks are available while...
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- Superb80 Reviews4.6
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in AlbanyOaxaquena Triqui
77 N Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12206Hole in the wall restaurant in the back of a corner store. Tasty guacamole! Loved the Al Pastor tacos, it had a bit of a kick to it- the pineapples added a...
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- Superb179 Reviews4.7
El Mariachi Restaurant
289 Hamilton St #291, Albany, NY 12210I tried a few Mexicans restaurants around the area and was not a fan of none until I found this place. If you want true genuine Mexican food, this is the...
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- Superb380 Reviews4.5
El Loco Mexican Cafe
465 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12210A downtown Albany must! I no longer live in the area but come every time to visit. Wait staff is super friendly and they have a great gluten free menu. Frozen...
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- Superb354 Reviews4.5
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in AlbanyTaiwan Noodle
218 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206Taiwan Noodle is an Albany landmark. This place is an absolute gem and this review is long overdue. I have frequented the establishment since it's doors...
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- Superb204 Reviews4.5
Ocean Palace
68 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206Great food for the price. Nice family run business. The food was great and not very greasy. I loved the taste. One star less is because I didn't like the...
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- Superb118 Reviews4.4
Rain Modern Chinese
259 Lark St, Albany, NY 12210You have to wonder these days how any restaurant has lasted through the pandemic. Well, "Rain" has certainly survived and is doing business in a...
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- Good222 Reviews4.2
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Albany
Pepper Jack's
192 N Allen St, Albany, NY 12206Absolutely love Pepper Jacks! A good friend used to be the manager so that's when we first began to order from here. However, the food is always...
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- Superb158 Reviews4.3
Elhariri Hot food
301 Ontario St, Albany, NY 12208The food was very delicious,they have the best food ever i got most of the items that food hits different I recommend that place,I can not forget how testy it...
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- Superb46 Reviews4.4
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in Albany
HOTT STUFF N BUTTA
214 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206Found this place on Google, while looking for good seafood boil. The rating was 4.8. That made me happy so I took my husband to lunch on his birthday...
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- Superb74 Reviews4.8
Jack's Oyster House
42 State St, Albany, NY 12207Exquisite fine dining experience in a iconic historical building. Driving through to Syracuse and was looking for a place to stop after driving all day. Menu...
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- Superb278 Reviews4.3
Ballistic Shrimp
51 S Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207If you haven't been here yet you absolutely need to try it! So far I've had the crab mac & cheese and the fish sandwich with mashed potatoes....
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- Superb16 Reviews4.5
Thai Restaurants
Thai in Albany
Pad Thai Noodle Restaurant
113 Everett Rd, Albany, NY 12205We had a fabulous meal! Quality, fresh ingredients prepared very well. Among us, we had the Siam eggplant with Chicken, Cashew with Tofu and Chicken Teriyaki....
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- Superb223 Reviews4.4
Emmanuel Thai Restaurant
35 Maiden Ln, Albany, NY 12207Excellent food quality ! Prompt delivery. I highly recommend the restaurant. The food is served at right temperature inspite of cold weather and ingredients...
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- Superb152 Reviews4.4
Indian Restaurants
Indian in Albany
The Mughal Palace
138 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12210Fantastic food, very good service, I had garlic noodles, garlic Naan, and Chicken Tikka Masala, and they were all absolutely excellent ? Highly recommend....
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- Superb23 Reviews5
Curry Leaf
1 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12210Their lunch special is incredible. It lasts me for 3 meals. It comes with appetizer, main dish, rice, Naan, rice pudding, and sauces. All very very good and so...
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- Good122 Reviews4.1
Italian Restaurants
Italian in AlbanyVilla di Como Ristorante
286 Lark St, Albany, NY 12210My boyfriend and I came here for Valentine’s Day, and the experience here was absolutely amazing! Our waitress, Molly, was very nice and a delight to have!...
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- Superb111 Reviews4.9
Caffe Italia
662 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206So, this is definitely my favorite place in Albany now. I have eaten at several local places including a few Italian joints. Entertaining a customer he chose...
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- Superb171 Reviews4.7
MezzaNotte Ristorante
2026 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Really enjoyed the overall experience. It had been awhile since we were there and like before the food was very good. Had a quiet evening just the two of us....
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- Superb249 Reviews4.6
Steakhouses
Steakhouses in Albany
black & blue steak and crab, Albany NY
1470 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203My wife and I went here for a date night last night and everything was exceptional. Service was prompt and very attentive. We had the stone crab special and a...
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- Good604 Reviews4.1
Delmonico's Italian Steakhouse
1553 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205Everything was great, other than my drink coming out slightly wrong twice. Asked for a bourbon neat. Got it on the rocks the first time, and chilled in a...
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- Good463 Reviews4.1
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in AlbanySon of Egg
418 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12210This place is awesome! It is truly a hidden gem on Madison Ave. The food was outstanding-fresh, generous portions and reasonably priced. There is enough space...
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- Superb157 Reviews4.8
Genoa Importing
435 Loudon Rd, Albany, NY 12211Absolutely the best subs/sandwiches/deli in this region. Can’t say enough about the quality and menu diversity. Staff is fun, hardworking, & professional...
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- Superb126 Reviews4.6
Ria's Bistro & Bakery
113 State St, Albany, NY 12207Their souls change on the daily, and their pastries are baked in house! They don't mind you calling ahead and seeing what soups and specials they have!...
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- Superb95 Reviews4.6
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Albany
bb.q Chicken Albany
301 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206The food was good. It's definitely a take out situation. We were bringing our daughter back to school and found this place on Yelp. We tried it based on...
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- Superb72 Reviews4.4
Capital Fried Chicken
112 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206EVERY TIME I get food from you, I enjoy it. The crew in the spot is great, they make me laugh and the back and forth with locals is hilarious. Not sure why the...
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- Superb30 Reviews4.3
Halal Express Chicken and Gyros
615 Clinton Ave, Albany, NY 12206Chicken was burnt like someone forgot that it was cooking and had the fire up way too high. Taste like it was made from home with no seasoning. However the...
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- Good41 Reviews4.1
Japanese Restaurants
Japanese in Albany
Tengu Asian Bistro
1343 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12205Tengu Asian Bistro - Take Out (4.5/5) After trying numerous different sushi spots in the Capital Region, Tengu Sushi has become my go to sushi spot. If you are...
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- Superb174 Reviews4.3
Vietnamese Restaurants
Vietnamese in Albany
Banh Mi 47
74 N Pearl St Suite 5, Albany, NY 12207I'm so happy we have a Banh Mi sandwich shop in our neighborhood. The bread is light and flakey, loaded with fresh ingredients which makes for delicious...
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- Superb28 Reviews4.8
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in AlbanyLost & Found Bar & Kitchen
942 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207Ate there on a recent business trip and was pleasantly surprised, I ate at the bar and had the best Empanadas I have ever had. That and a salad filled me up,...
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- Superb151 Reviews4.6
Hill Street Cafe
180 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12202What a great little spot! My husband and I came here after a show at the Egg looking for late night food and drinks. Both the chicken quesadilla and wings were...
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- Superb134 Reviews4.6
Across the Street Pub
1238 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Nice place. Food was good. Had trivia that anyone could play. Nice night out. Only issue was they served us diet Pepsi when we ordered diet coke like they...
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- Superb149 Reviews4.3
Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Albany
Lynn's Uptown Tavern
15 Colvin Ave, Albany, NY 12206This is a fun place if you love sports, even if you don't. Lots of tv's of any sport that you want. Every time I go in there it seems there is some...
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- Superb95 Reviews4.5
Side Door Cafe
1656 Western Ave #1, Albany, NY 12203I was surprised at how expensive it was. It is a very nice place. The food was excellent and service good. And the ambiance is unique and interesting. However,...
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- Good68 Reviews3.5
Diners
Diners in Albany
Jack's Diner
547 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206The egg salad was just good, not great. The flavor was great, good level of mustard, but it was too Mayo-y, making it too loose. Also no diced onion or celery....
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- Superb165 Reviews4.5
Capital City Diner
1709 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Really great waitress! Atmosphere was pleasant! Food was very good and extremely quick. Had a Greek gyro with lamb and a Greek salad with a matzo soup. My go...
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- Good237 Reviews4.2
Western Diner
2019 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Alfred Bracy United States Army Military Police Sergeant like to say Western Diner is a great place to eat. Very kind people very high waitress and Waiters...
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- Good151 Reviews4.1
Southern Restaurants
Southern in AlbanyThe Cuckoo's Nest
234 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203Get the Mac n cheese!!! Short rib Benedict was good... slightly mushy waffle with all the sauce on it and the waffles with chicken sandwich was surprisingly a...
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- Superb283 Reviews4.6
Ms. Lizzie's Kitchen
240 Church St, Albany, NY 12202I tried this place because I love Southern fried chicken and wanted to see how they stacked up. I will say their chicken is legit it is pretty darn good. Nice...
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- Superb28 Reviews4.4
Kitchen 216
160 Washington Ave Ext, Albany, NY 12203One of the BEST soul food spots in the 518! It's a MUST GO for me. I did stop by on 11/13 and they were out of fried wings. They were not offering any...
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- Good92 Reviews4.1