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'Bougie' New Coffee, Cocktail Shop In Albany Earning High Praise: 'What Are We, NYC?'
A new, upscale restaurant in the region serving coffee, cocktails, and small plates is earning high praise just months into business.
The Scene, located in Albany at 1671 Western Avenue, held its grand opening in late July 2023.
Under the direction of owner Mariana Lia, the restaurant offers craft cocktails, specialty coffees, and all-day brunch options, including sandwiches, bagels, and oatmeal.
Among the popular choices, according to Yelp, is the Scenewich, made with a fried egg, brie, prosciutto, caramelized onion, honey mustard, and arugula on a croissant.
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'Drinks, Food Were Amazing': New Restaurant In Albany Garnering High Praise
A new pan-Asian restaurant in the region serving up a variety of noodle soups and rice dishes is garnering high praise just weeks into business.
Albany County eatery Hey Chef, located in Albany at 1133 Central Avenue, held its grand opening on Friday, Aug. 11.
The business is under the direction of Ruby Liu, who also owns Albany spot Tengu Bistro on Central Avenue.
Adorning the restaurant’s menu are a variety of wheat and rice noodle soups made with either chicken, beef, or shrimp. Diners can also opt for rice bowls, served with meat, white rice, broccoli, carrots, and a chef special sau…
New Capital Region Restaurant Cited For 'Excellent' Food, 'Beautiful' Decor
A new restaurant in the region serving up flavors inspired from around the globe is garnering high praise days after opening.
In Columbia County, Bimi’s Canteen & Bar in Chatham, located at 19 Main Street, held its grand opening on Saturday, June 3.
Inspired by the community, the eatery’s menu features an eclectic mix of fresh, locally sourced ingredients for a “uniquely special dining experience,” reads its website.
Diners can start with the grilled rustic sourdough bread, and choose from several cheese plates, soups, and salads - like the Tomato Salad, featuring heirloom tomatoes, …
'Hidden Gem': New Restaurant In Green Island Cited For Fresh Food, 'Amazing' Customer Service
A new Mexican restaurant in the region is delighting customers months after opening.
Albany County eatery Taqueria Tren Maya, located in Green Island at 23 Lower Hudson Avenue, held its grand opening in late March 2023.
The restaurant, with its brightly colored interior, serves up plenty of authentic Mexican staples, including tacos, burritos, tamales, and empanadas, according to its menu.
Diners can choose from an array of meats like steak, chicken, pork, sausage, and shrimp. Tacos are served with cilantro, onions, lime, and salsa verde.
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New Pizzeria In Cohoes Wins Praise From 'Crust Snob'
A new pizzeria in the region is quickly gaining favor among local foodies.
Spindle City Pizza, located in Albany County at 84 Ontario Street in Cohoes, opened in October 2022.
Its menu boasts several varieties of pizza, pasta, and wings, as well as starters like chicken wontons and garlic bites.
More adventurous diners can choose from various specialty pies, like the Sweet & Spicy, made with sausage, pepperoni, peppers, onions, and hot honey.
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'50 Long, Successful, Beautiful Years': It's Closing Time For Popular Watervliet Pub
After a half century of serving up award-winning pizza and wings in a “tremendous atmosphere,” a popular Capital Region pub is closing its doors.
The Purple Pub, located in Albany County at 2 Cohoes Road in Watervliet, will close for good on Friday, Dec. 30, owners Greg and Butch Rentz announced on Facebook.
“As the old saying goes ‘all good things must come to an end’ and after 50 long, successful, and beautiful years, that end is now here,” reads the post.
The co-owners said the business has struggled in recent years with financial hardships, increasing wages and prices, and staffing s…
'Have Your Water Nearby': New Capital District Chicken Joint Cited For Spicy, Flavorful Fare
South Korea’s largest fried chicken chain is expanding in the Capital District.
Saratoga County eatery BB.Q Chicken opened in Clifton Park in August 2022, nearly two years after first welcoming diners in Albany.
Serving up bone-in chicken pieces, boneless nuggets, or wing-only orders, its menu features a variety of flavors, including honey-garlic, soy-garlic, and one made with cheddar cheese.
For heat lovers, there's an option that’s appropriately named the “Hot Spicy,” made with a red chili sauce that gives “serious heat and serious flavor.”
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