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Outdoor dining on veranda

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Live Music - Bands
Outdoor patio

The word is "Perfect downtown bar" with a "great atmosphere" and "a lot of rooms to keep you occupied" such as "music spaces, pool tables, and a patio in warmer weather". Some say "I've had many good meals here" love the "Cajun jambalaya" but the nightclub scene became the thing" with "loud music and cover charge" which may or may not be what you're looking for.

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Live Music
Outdoor Dining

The word is Some found the prices high at this casual restaurant, while others enjoyed the "excellent salads, wraps, vegetarian choices and wide selection of herbal teas" and the "wonderful dishes such as hummus and eggplant".

The word is "Everything is first class" at this small and charming restaurant serving "flavorful and absolutely delicious food".

The word is Friendly atmosphere with the "best desserts in town," serving the "most delicious cheesecake I've ever had".

From the owners: "Creo is the one of the first restaurants in New York to be LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certified, a level reached through the guidance and support of NYSERDA (NYS Energy Research & Development Authority). Featuring a grass roof, floors made from recycled materials, granite counters, an onyx bar and energy efficient equipment"

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Outdoor Dining
Small Plates
Sunday Brunch

The word is "The food was excellent” and the “decor and atmosphere are perfect” at Creo. We found "the menu varied and interesting, making choices difficult.” Most dishes are available on small or large plates. This is also a "great place for Sunday Brunch" offering the "best banana foster pancakes".

The word is "An institution in Albany" where the decor "feels like you've gone back to the 1930s - in a good way." We enjoyed the "very fresh seafood" and the "service is top notch", worth the NYC prices.

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Romantic

The word is The "decor and ambiance are fantastic" at this "quaint tiny restaurant" serving "delicious Italian at reasonable prices". We loved the "warm bread and dipping herbs" brought to each table and "our three course meal was delicious at unbelievable value". Don't miss this charming restaurant in the heart of Albany.

The word is "The decor and ambience are lovely with classic Albany architecture and an old world feeling" offering "outstanding service" and good classic Italian fare.

The word is Milano is a "hidden gem" offering "great food, service and atmosphere". "Highly recommend."

The word is Small quaint place serving "extremely fresh" and "fabulous food" at reasonable prices in a "not so great neighborhood".

The word is We enjoy the ambiance at My Linh restaurant serving the "best Vietnamese in Albany". My entree was "perfection" and we are always impressed with the helpful and friendly service.

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Sunday Brunch
Gluten Free Menu
Organic Options
Vegan Menu
Spectrum Theatres nearby

The word is This "jewel of a restaurant offers unique and fantastic dining." We had a "fabulous dinner". Amazing menu with many options and everything we had "was exceptional". New World also offers many "vegetarian options that explode with flavors".

The word is It's a chain, but the food tastes good, and is a healthy alternative to fast food burgers and fries; Internet access available.

The word is The food and the service are great at Phoenician's offering a “quaint restaurant with a warm, inviting atmosphere" and "delicious food".

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Live Jazz in the lounge
Patio dining

The word is Sometimes "the food is great" other times "it can be off" at this "comfortable French and Mediterranean".

The word is "Enjoyed several meals at Shalimar" serving "excellent Indian food" and the "price is right"; but don't expect much from the decor.

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Fireplaces
Outdoor dining on patio

The word is "We dined on the romantic patio" where we enjoyed "excellent food, good service, good wine". The restaurant is small and intimate offering "first rate service" and fantastic food".

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Light Jazz (piano and acoustic bass duo)

The word is "Extraordinary food, creative menu, eclectic wine list" served in a magnificent dining room that "feels like stepping back in time to a courteous pace, live piano music, and scrumptious food". "We had an amazing experience at Yono's" where the high prices are "worth it".

The word is From the owner: "Stay for lunch at the Yellow Rock Café featuring fresh and local foods. Step outside and visit our friendly farm animals or meander the nature trails as you enjoy the view of the Helderberg Escarpment."

The word is It's a chain, but the food tastes good, and is a healthy alternative to fast food burgers and fries; Internet access available.

The word is "Enjoyed several meals at Shalimar" serving "excellent Indian food" and the "price is right"; but don't expect much from the decor.

The word is All Carvel ingredients are kosher.

The word is It's a chain, but the food tastes good, and is a healthy alternative to fast food burgers and fries; Internet access available.

Press blue button for menu and more about the Bees Knees Cafe.

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Local, Grass-Fed, & Organic Ingredients
Outdoor seating on the farm

The word is "Enjoyed several meals at Shalimar" serving "excellent Indian food" and the "price is right".

The word is The "atmosphere is not great" but "everyone is friendly" at this small but wonderful Indian-Pakistani, serving "fabulous food at reasonable prices"; don't forget to ask for the Na'an.