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1. dp An American Brasserie
4.5
Awesome(649)
Price: Expensive
• American • Albany
Booked 10 times today
dp An American Brasserie, is a signature restaurant by Dominick Purnomo. It offers a menu of imaginative and inventive cuisine, a dozen small plates, traditional favorites and signature menu items. At just under 2000 sq ft with 18 foot ceilings and an abundance of natural lighting from six oversized windows, dp is a room that demands attention. Our dining room offers a mix of table & banquette seating in a decidedly more casual atmosphere than Yono’s.It features a 25 foot custom mahogany and granite bar stocked with a full array of spirits, cordials, and of course myriad wines by the glass. We pride our beverage program on fresh, seasonally inspired cocktails, & by the glass wine program, ever-changing, that rivals any in the region. Guests are also invited to peruse the 1,000 selection Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excellence” winning Yono’s wine list.
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2. Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - Albany
4.1
Excellent(374)
Price: Expensive
• American • Albany
Booked 8 times today
A local contemporary dining experience with fresh and healthy options. Conveniently located inside the new Renaissance Hotel, our restaurant features a historical yet modern feel with a spacious restaurant and lounge where you can grab a quick breakfast before you start your day, or relax and enjoy your evening. Wellington's Restaurant will offer much to savor and discover with small plates, contemporary American flare, engaging staff, and crafted libations.
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3. The City Beer Hall
4.2
Awesome(261)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Albany
Booked 2 times today
The City Beer Hall is an American beer hall & housed within downtown Albany’s historic & beautiful old telephone company. Inventive menus focus on locally sourced, seasonal, from-scratch cuisine. Indoor/outdoor seating for dinner, brunch, & late night.Featuring some of the best craft beverages in the area; we have 20 rotating beer/cider taps, an extensive can/bottle list, & full bar. If you’re looking for a special brew that’s available in the area, chances are we’re pouring it. Not to mention, guests receive a FREE personal pizza with each beer/cocktail purchased! If you’re not looking to stay long, we offer beer to-go in cans.Our Main Hall is a great location to host a lively group dinner, enjoy a cozy first date by the fireplace, or simply meet some friends for happy hour & a free pizza. Our huge outdoor patio is perfect for a sunny brunch or late night cocktail under the stars. Friday & Saturday late night our second level turns into a dance flo
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4. Ama Cocina
4.9
Exceptional(306)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Albany
Booked 14 times today
Located in Downtown Albany, ama cocina delivers a fresh and funky twist on
modern mexican street food.Our mission is to encompass the three most important elements of life -food•laughter•loveLet's get back to the days when we bond over a good meal and tasty beverage. Discuss our dreams, plan our next adventure, and remember the feeling you get when a thoughtfully prepared meal hits you. Don't forget to relax and laugh while you’re here - we will do the rest.
 Welcome to our kitchen - and know that there is a lot of thought, fun & love here at ama.
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5. The Yard - Hachet House & Bar
5.0
Exceptional(2)
Price: Moderate
• Pub • Albany
The Yard is a one-of-a-kind venue, complete with an indoor lawn and league quality hatchet cages for axe throwing. In addition to hatchet throwing, we offer a variety of fun lawn games, from the classics such as Cornhole and Ladderball, to the unique such as Kubb, Molkky and Petanque. More interested in people watching than playing games? We’ve got that too! Just pull up a chair at our bar and enjoy the fun from afar! The Yard is the perfect place to socialize with friends, or to hold your next party or group event! Book your playtime through our online booking system or visit our Events page to plan your next party or group event! Please note that the Yard is not a full-service restaurant. We do offer limited food options for our guests, and welcome outside food from our neighbors. An Opentable reservation does not guarantee availability to any of our activities, please book your Axe Throwing or Lawn Games beforehand to ensure a spot! www.theyardalbany.com
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6. Josie's Table
4.8
Exceptional(1144)
Price: Moderate
• American • Albany
Booked 52 times today
Josie's Table offers amazing local farm to table cuisine accompanied by our signature craft cocktails.Something new and unique to the Albany area.
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7. Hattie's Albany
4.6
Exceptional(118)
Price: Moderate
• American • Albany
Booked 7 times today
Since 1938, Hattie’s has served fine Southern and Louisiana cuisine in a friendly, downhomeatmosphere, earning legions of fans for the past 85 years. Over its long history,Hattie’s has provided consistent commitment to its customers, staff, and communityacross several locations in the Capital Region of New York. Currently, customers canenjoy the Hattie’s experience at the original restaurant in Downtown Saratoga Springs,a quick service offering in Wilton Plaza, and a seasonal location at the SaratogaRaceTrack and now at the Historic Lombardos landmark in Albany!Join us in our beautiful bar, main dining room or let us host your next event in out private banquet room!All profits from Hattie’s Restaurants are donated to Business forGood to help surrounding communities.
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8. The Copper Crow
4.4
Awesome(345)
Price: Moderate
• Fusion / Eclectic • Albany
Booked 12 times today
The Copper Crow is a purveyor of fine food & craft cocktails located in the historic Andrew Kirk & Son’s Brewery building at 904 Broadway in Albany, New York’s North end warehouse district. The Copper Crow’s food menu features an eclectic collection of American fusion dishes that incorporate international influences, ingredients & cooking methods from various regions around the world. Wherever possible we rely on ingredients that are sustainably & locally sourced. Tuesday through Friday the bar opens at 4pm and the kitchen opens at 5pm and closes at 10pm. On Saturday and Sunday the bar and kitchen open at noon. Saturday night the kitchen closes at 10pm and Sunday night the kitchen closes at 9pm.
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9. Kismet Mediterranean Grill
4.7
Exceptional(169)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Albany
Booked 6 times today
Discover the Best Mediterranean Flavors in Albany at Kismet Mediterranean Grill!Located in the heart of Albany, Kismet Mediterranean Grill serves fresh, locally sourced ingredients in every dish. Enjoy our juicy lamb kebabs, creamy hummus, and other Mediterranean favorites, all made with authentic recipes. Whether you dine in our cozy indoor space or relax on our charming outdoor patio, we guarantee a delicious and memorable experience.Perfect for lunch, dinner, or special celebrations, Kismet is conveniently located on Madison Ave. Stop by today and savor the true taste of the Mediterranean!
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10. Margarita City Mexican Grill And Bar
4.5
Awesome(91)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Colonie
Booked 17 times today
Welcome to Margarita City Mexican Grill & Bar! Our family-run, independent restaurant offers the best quality Mexican food options. We offer a great place to meet, eat and socialize for lunch or dinner. Our patio remains open for the Summer through Fall, so sit back and relax with a tower of margarita and some Tacos.We can host a variety of different events, such as wedding receptions, birthday parties, baptisms, company parties/events, corporate meetings, etc.There is a 15-minute grace period on all reservations. Please call and inform us if you will be later than your intended reservation time. Check out our Facebook and Instagram to see all the new margarita flavors, events, and menu items!

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