The Point Restaurant & Lounge

Name: The Point Restaurant & Lounge
Address: 1100 Madison Ave, Albany, NY, United States, 12208
Telephone: (518) 729-5383
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

275 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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Due to the restrictions in place to due to the Covid-19 pandemic we will be doing our best to accommodate you in these challenging times. Please be respectful and understanding of our current rules and regulations.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(518) 729-5383
Website
http://www.thepointalbany.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
http://www.bmtmgt.com/catering/
Private party facilities
Let us take the hassle out of your next event! Whether it’s an after work social, private dinner, bridal brunch, baby shower, or bachelor party, we have the perfect space for you, as well as a culinary team that can put together a perfect menu for your next event.
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (518) 729-5383

Location
1100 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12208
Neighborhood
Albany
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Pear$12.00
mixed greens, gorgonzola, red wine & shallot vinaigrette
Buratta$14.00
sundried tomato pesto, arugula, walnuts, evoo, crostini
Strawberry$14.00
mixed greens, goat cheese, red onion champagne vinaigrette, walnuts
House Salad$12.00
baby kale, romaine, radishes, snow peas red onion, torn focaccia croutons, ricotta salata; choice of: roasted garlic caesar, black pepper gorgonzola, honey balsamic

Shareables

Warm Baguette$5.00
whipped fennel ricotta, preserved calabrian chiles
Arancini$12.00
fontina and mascarpone, calabrian chile sauce
Fritto Misto$15.00
calamari, shrimp, artichokes, hot & sweet peppers, lemon basil aioli
Meatballs$12.00
baked beef and pork, tomato sugo, grana padano, garlic toast
Shrimp Cocktail$14.00
calabrian chili cocktail sauce
Eggplant Caponata$12.00
whipped feta, crostini
Mussels$14.00
fennel & garlic broth, chili oil, crostini
Fried Oysters$16.00
grilled pineapple, basil oil

Board

Board$20.00
a selection of cheese, charcuterie, accompaniments

Pizza

11" Neopolitan-Style, Thin Crust with Char. All pizzas can be made gluten free and/or with vegan cheese

Margherita$13.00
pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, basil, sea salt, olive oil
Pepperoni$15.00
pomodoro, mozzarella, chiles, honey
Roasted Chicken$15.00
roasted chicken, vinegar peppers speck, roasted garlic caesar dressing
Sausage$14.00
house made hot sausage, pomodoro, ricotta, mozzarella
Shrimp Scampi$16.00
parsley, lemon, mozzarella, fontina, pangrattato
Mushroom$15.00
roasted mushrooms, pepperonata, fontina, baby kale, mozzarella

Handhelds

Trattoria Burger$19.00
8 oz. wagyu, peppered bacon, smoked gouda, tomato jam red onion, bibb lettuce, parmesan shoestring fries
Sausage, Peppers & Onions$17.00
house made sausage patty, sautéed peppers & onions provolone, arugula, garlic aioli, parmesan shoestring fries
Chicken Cutlet Piadini$18.00
mozzarella, pepperonata, smoked prosciutto garlic aioli, parmesan shoestring fries
Eggplant Piadini$17.00
burrata, baby kale, oven roasted tomatoes, balsamic sweet pea and basil pesto, parmesan shoestring fries

Entrees + Pasta

All pasta dishes can be made gluten free

Cacio e Pepe$18.00
pecorino, cracked black pepper, chefs choice pasta
Shrimp Rigatoni$24.00
lemon, cream, pangrattato
Clams Bianco$22.00
pappardelle, seafood cream
Mafalda$20.00
pepperoni sauce, crispy garlic, mascarpone, grana padano
Ricotta Gnocchi$16.00
spring vegetables, sweet pea and basil pesto
Spaghetti & Meatballs$19.00
sugo, housemade baked beef and pork meatballs
Chicken Parmesan$22.00
sugo, fresh mozzarella, spaghetti aglio e olio
Chicken Saltimbocca$24.00
prosciutto, white wine, sugar snap peas, red bliss tomatoes
Pork Chop$26.00
ancho chile & espresso rubbed, caramelized onion & apple butter polenta, brussel sprouts, balsamic reduction
NY Strip$28.00
romesco, garlic butter, broccoli rabe
Baked Eggplant$18.00
served with chef's choice pasta
Salmon$28.00
pan roasted faroe island salmon, tomato butter, lemon orzo

Sides

Confit Red Bliss Potatoes$8.00
chimichurri, garlic oil, maldon salt
Fried Brussels Sprouts$9.00
balsamic, pecorino, walnuts
Grilled Broccoli Rabe$9.00
garlic butter, lemon, red pepper flakes
Polenta Fries$7.00
sun dried tomatoes, n'duja gravy
Baked Cavatappi$10.00
fontina mornay, garlic breadcrumbs

Dessert

EVOO Cake$8.00
pineapple & rosemary compote fresh whipped cream
Pot de Crème$10.00
salted caramel, pretzel crumble
Flourless Chocolate Cake$9.00
sea salt, amarena cherries, marcona almond crumble

Cocktails

All syrups and infusions Are made in-house

Aperol Spritz$11.00
aperol, bubbles, dehydrated orange
Summer in Sorrento$12.00
house-infused cucumber vodka, mint syrup, fresh lime juice, club
The Spicy Margarita$13.00
house-infused grilled jalapeno tequila, ginger liqueur, lemon, agave
Blueberry Basiltini$13.00
stoli blueberi, blueberry compote, white cranberry, lime, basil
The Georgia Fizz$13.00
"pristine" ukrainian vodka, malfy blood orange gin, peach, white cranberry, lime, club
The Haitorade$12.00
stoli citrus, strawberries, mint, lemon
Sgt Peppers$14.00
espadin mezcal, strawberry shrub, white peppercorn, lime
The Pacific Empress$13.00
empress gin, blackberries, honey, pineapple, tonic, fresh lime
Pineapple Time$13.00
dark rum, campari, pineapple juice, lime
NY Sour$13.00
makers mark, fresh sour, red wine floater
The Point Manhattan$14.00
old forester rye, cherry heering, amaro ramazotti, brandy cherry
Just Peachy$12.00
makers mark bourbon, peach schrub, mint, iced tea, lemon

Draft Beer

Ask about our Rotating beers in the can

Guinness | Stout$6.00
Peroni | Italian Pale Lager$6.00
Allagash | White$7.00
Paradox | Pilsner$7.00
Aslin Beer Co. | Orange Starfish$8.00
Single Cut | 18 Watt Session IPA$7.00
Crossroads | IPA$7.00
Common Roots | NEIPA$7.00
Frog Alley | Amber Lager$7.00
Nine Pin | Cider$8.00

Wines by the Glass

Ask your server about our featured wines!

Bubbles & Rosé

Prosecco, Lamarca, Italy$10.00
Moscato, Santa Marina, Italy$10.00
Rosé, Rabble, Paso Robles, California$11.00
Rosé, The Beach "Whispering Angel" Provence, France$13.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc, Squealing Pig, New Zealand$11.00
Riesling, Ryan Williams, Finger Lakes, NY$10.00
Pinot Grigio, Sterling, Sonoma, California$10.00
Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer (Oaked), River Valley, California$11.00
Chardonnay, 100 Nails (Unoaked), Sonoma, California$13.00

Red

Pinot Noir, Line 39 Parlier, California$11.00
Malbec, Ikella, Mendoza, Argentina$10.00
Cabernet, Sterling, Sonoma, California$10.00
Cabernet, Unrated, Chile$13.00
Montepulciano d'Abruzzi, Carletto, Abruzzo, Italy$11.00
Chianti Classico, Gabbiano, Tuscany, Italy$9.00

What 275 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York / Tri-State Area
Contemporary Italian
Upstate New York
Best Overall
Upstate New York
Best Value
Upstate New York
Neighborhood Gem
Upstate New York
Vibrant Bar Scene

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JD
JDunk
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Servers were attentive and our party did not feel rushed at all. New food menu items were so delicious! Will definitely be coming back soon.
SM
SeanM
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our first time here and expected a good experience due to existing reviews but it exceeded expectations by far. This was one of the best restaurant experiences we’ve had in the area. The food and drinks were amazing and we loved the ambiance as well. We’ll absolutely be going back soon!
LB
LisaB
New York Area
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambiance and delicious food and drinks! Highly recommend. Will go back for sure!
b
barrys
New York Area
80 reviews
vip
5.0
80 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service delicious food reasonable prices a true gem in the capital District a must try if you’ve not been there before Or come back and experience wonderful fun evening
R
Rach
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant was awesome! The food was great, the actual place itself is beautiful and the service was perfect! I will be coming back
JS
JeffS
New York Area
107 reviews
vip
3.0
107 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
unpretenious gathering place with lots of room, halfway between local watering hole and step up dining. Our waiter Thomas was quite enrtertaining. Good for a family celebration.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best pizza we've had in Albany!
S
Senghe06
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Great meal! Also very kid friendly. We ate outside on a gorgeous day.
VM
VictoriaM
New York Area
22 reviews
vip
2.0
22 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience3
Didnt know it would be a buffet for Mothers Day. When we got there at 1 oclock, the trays were empty or filled with dried out crusty food. They were replacing with new food (slowly) and did get new salmon and gnocchi (both good) but everything else was inedible. All this for $42 per person plus tax and tip. We got ripped off.
LK
LauraK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and drinks. Not your typical menu. Definitely recommend.
MC
MelissaC
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing as always... had great service as well and overall great night out with friends!
LK
LauraK
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant is great. The food was excellent! Not the usual pub food and not a franchise. Good service, good atmosphere. Look forward to going back. Definitely recommend this restaurant.
LG
LoriG
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Easter Brunch-it was lovely. Food was delicious, with a lot of variety. Our server took very good care of us.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to dinner with my daughter during a college visit. Sat at high tables along the windows. Ambience was great, service was great and we’ll be back if we ever get back to the Albany area.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
The food was delicious. Service was good for the most part. It felt like they were rushing the meal to provide the table to next reservation. Atmosphere was very loud, too loud for a date night.
S
Sunshine
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice place to enjoy good food, great drinks. Very friendly staff.
GS
GabriellaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Chicken parm with bottle of wine is amazing! Love The Point, such a cute hole in the wall restaurant
J
Jazz
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good service & friendly wait staff. Food was delicious & drinks were pleasant.
NG
NicoleG
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere. Great food. Great drinks. Great experience overall. 10/10 recommend
K
Kelly
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
We were glad to see that The Pointe has rebounded since Summer 2022 when we believe staffing shortage issues, etc. we’re affecting the overall experience. Food, particularly the pork shop special was amazing! Service was good. The gentlemen serving as host/manager has a particularly engaging personality and upon noticing our server was slammed took our drink order himself, let us know the specials, and gave the recommendation on the one my husband ended up loving. Will be back!
RA
RobA
New England
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been to the point several times and this time did not disappoint. Everyone loved their food and we had a great time.
AG
ArtG
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall4food5service2ambience5
Excellent as usual. Our waiter was a little distracted. Excellent food, served hot! Was our anniversary dinner.
SG
SaraG
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service, cocktails, food, happy hour, and ambiance were all wonderful. Our expectations were exceeded.
K
Khoff
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was very good and service was excellent. Definitely will go back.
AT
AnnetteT
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, drinks, and service were excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall a great experience. Food and drinks were delicious and our server Thomas was a delight. It was a little loud. I can't wait to go back.
EB
EvBu
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and service was great. Went for Valentine's Day and there was a special menu, everything was great. Definitely want to go again to try their regular menu!
S
Sara
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The point was awesome can not wait to go back!!!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
Our waiter Thomas was very attentive especially to our toddler on Valentine’s Day. Accommodate her request for a special off the menu item. However our portions were incredibly small, the chicken dish was over cooked. The Point is always my go to for special occasions. Though the last two visit have been less than how I remember pre-COVID. I’ll keep trying 😊
K
Katelyn
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Point is always one of our favorite spots for dinner, last night was especially outstanding. The Valentine’s Day weekend had made the night especially busy and the manager and staff handled it with grace. The manager, Tisean, was especially attentive with seating guests, taking and bringing drink orders, and making sure we were enjoying our food and experience. Our waiter was also lovely and was able to answer all our questions about the menu. They were even kind in comping an appetizer for us when our food was taking a while to come from the kitchen (it is one of the busiest days of the year!) It was honestly one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in Albany. Thank you all.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was so great from the moment we walked in... the manager was so friendly and welcoming and continued to check on us and ensure we were having the best experience! Had been here before and the ambiance and service has improved tremendously. We started with the sangria and spiced pear Manhattan both which were very tasty. We shared the ciabatta with ricotta as an app and we were both so impressed, such great value for such a delicious plate! Then we both got the steak which was seasoned very well and was cooked perfectly. We made sure, however, to save room for the tiramisu at the end which more than met our expectations. If you’re looking for a nice, low key, yet high quality meal this is the place to go. We will definitely be back soon!
ML
MaureenL
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great find !!! Stopped for dinner on our way home from a day of cross country skiing at Lapland Lake in the Adirondacks
KM
KayleeM
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service we especially loved happy hour!
MB
MichelleB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was excellent. Service was very good especially on New Year's eve. Would go back. Recommend The Point to everyone who loves good food.
l
ljuman82
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Two friends and I made a reservation for dinner. We were seated immediately and our server was very friendly and quick! Food & drinks came out quickly and everything was delicious! I’ve dined at the Point for years and will continue to come back. The ambiance and environment are always great, drinks are phenomenal and food is always delicious!
PR
PatriciaR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The restaurant is great, but they could do without the jazz music. It’s too loud and everyone has to shout over it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2021
overall3food3service4ambience3
Too loud and food was just ok
SR
SandraR
New York Area
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and a delightful server named Simon.
AV
AnthonyV
New York Area
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great food and great prices
TR
TR250
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience5
Food overall was very good as was the service. It is a bit noisy if you’re looking to have a quiet night out.

FAQs

The Point Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.8 stars by 275 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Google Map for The Point Restaurant & Lounge

1100 Madison Ave Albany, NY 12208

Additional information

Neighborhood
Albany
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Italian, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thepointalbany.com/
Phone number
(518) 729-5383
Catering
http://www.bmtmgt.com/catering/
Private party facilities
Let us take the hassle out of your next event! Whether it’s an after work social, private dinner, bridal brunch, baby shower, or bachelor party, we have the perfect space for you, as well as a culinary team that can put together a perfect menu for your next event.
Private party contact
our Private Dining Coordinator: (518) 729-5383

The Point Restaurant & Lounge

Make a reservation

Additional information

Salads

Pear$12.00

Buratta$14.00

Strawberry$14.00

House Salad$12.00

Shareables

Warm Baguette$5.00

Arancini$12.00

Fritto Misto$15.00

Meatballs$12.00

Shrimp Cocktail$14.00

Eggplant Caponata$12.00

Mussels$14.00

Fried Oysters$16.00

Board

Board$20.00

Pizza

Margherita$13.00

Pepperoni$15.00

Roasted Chicken$15.00

Sausage$14.00

Shrimp Scampi$16.00

Mushroom$15.00

Handhelds

Trattoria Burger$19.00

Sausage, Peppers & Onions$17.00

Chicken Cutlet Piadini$18.00

Eggplant Piadini$17.00

Entrees + Pasta

Cacio e Pepe$18.00

Shrimp Rigatoni$24.00

Clams Bianco$22.00

Mafalda$20.00

Ricotta Gnocchi$16.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs$19.00

Chicken Parmesan$22.00

Chicken Saltimbocca$24.00

Pork Chop$26.00

NY Strip$28.00

Baked Eggplant$18.00

Salmon$28.00

Sides

Confit Red Bliss Potatoes$8.00

Fried Brussels Sprouts$9.00

Grilled Broccoli Rabe$9.00

Polenta Fries$7.00

Baked Cavatappi$10.00

Dessert

EVOO Cake$8.00

Pot de Crème$10.00

Flourless Chocolate Cake$9.00

Cocktails

Aperol Spritz$11.00

Summer in Sorrento$12.00

The Spicy Margarita$13.00

Blueberry Basiltini$13.00

The Georgia Fizz$13.00

The Haitorade$12.00

Sgt Peppers$14.00

The Pacific Empress$13.00

Pineapple Time$13.00

NY Sour$13.00

The Point Manhattan$14.00

Just Peachy$12.00

Draft Beer

Guinness | Stout$6.00

Peroni | Italian Pale Lager$6.00

Allagash | White$7.00

Paradox | Pilsner$7.00

Aslin Beer Co. | Orange Starfish$8.00

Single Cut | 18 Watt Session IPA$7.00

Crossroads | IPA$7.00

Common Roots | NEIPA$7.00

Frog Alley | Amber Lager$7.00

Nine Pin | Cider$8.00

Wines by the Glass

Bubbles & Rosé