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Dining room bar - The Ritz On Union, Schenectady, NY

The Ritz On Union

4.6 (160)
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
1720 union street, Schenectady, NY 12309

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
The Ritz on Union has a traditional heritage while bringing a modern flair. We pride ourselves on providing a good sense of value with exquisite taste, presentation, and ambience. We offer Italian Continental dishes, inherent to our Sicilian background, with gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options for the most discerning of tastes, and our desserts are simply scrumptious. Enjoy cocktails and drink specials at our full bar.

During the pandemic of 2020, we demolished the old dining room portion of our facility and transformed it into The Ritz on Union. We styled a restaurant having a contemporary look, and focused the menu and service to provide the very best food and dining experience that Schenectady has to offer. In addition, we present the newest options for parties and gatherings, formal and work functions, and life events like showers, weddings and anniversaries. We can accommodate up to 65 people in our beautiful dining room.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Sicilian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Call 518-701-4501 For Details
  • Private party facilities
    Call 518-701-4501 For Details
  • Neighborhood
    Schenectady
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 160 people are saying

The Ritz On Union reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Capital District

    Good for groups

  • Capital District

    Neighborhood gem

  • Capital District

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Ritz On Union offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service," characterized by a warm atmosphere and attentive staff. Guests rave about the "amazing" menu, with highlights like "wasabi bacon wrapped shrimp" and "clam linguine." The restaurant balances "upscale and casual" vibes, creating a welcoming environment for all occasions.
160 Reviews
  1. ken

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great dinner out with friends. The wasabi bacon wrapped shrimp; meatball; and calamari appetizers we shared were excellent and everyone’s entrees were amazing. Our waitress Sarah was super pleasant, attentive and did some great “menu coaching” as we ordered. 10 out of 10!

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  2. linda

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bella was an excellent server, food was amazing. Will be back and recommend to family and friends.

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  3. Concerned

    Upstate New York1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the manager or whoever he was walk up to me and my date at the table and asked me if I had made reservations or I just walked in. As embarrassing as it felt considering I was the only guy of colour there in a full house, and no one else got asked the same question. Absolutely shocking!

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  4. Lisa

    Upstate New York1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service and great atmosphere! Highly recommend it for dinner.

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  5. Christopher

    Virginia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent in all areas. We were pleasantly surprised by our experience from greeting to check, all was fabulous. Arrived early so we sat at the bar and had expertly prepared drinks by our bartender. Began discussing Bourbon's and the chef happened to be standing nearby. We enjoyed a great discussion about our preferences and value of certain Bourbon's. Wait staff was friendly and helpful. Meals were prepared with great care, and tasted wonderful. Portions were more than adequate, with freshly made pasta in my Fettuccine Alfreda and big chicken pieces, to my spouse's well-prepared Salmon. Prices are very reasonable, and the quality is exceptional. We both highly recommend The Ritz on Union.

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  6. Christian

    Upstate New York1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience overall was great. The short rib ragout was incredible! Highly recommend.

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  7. Erin

    Seattle / Eastern Washington40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We love the food at this restaurant. We had a noisy group of 8 and the waitress was very patient with us. I think I would have put us away from other diners but for some reason they had us right next to another couple who we probably drove crazy. It's unfortunate you can't order bakery items from the take-out counter for dessert. But all in all we love the Homestyle family food so we will always return when in town. Please don't change!

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  8. Melissa

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for dinner with my mom and sister and absolutely loved it! The food and atmosphere were wonderful, and we were even chatted up by the owner. I love that it is a perfect balance between upscale and casual… looking forward to eating here the next time I’m in town!

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  9. Steve

    New York City15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot for a Monday. Seems like everywhere else was closed so we decided on the Ritz. Nice atmosphere, decent menu, and quality cocktails. We opted for the sliders (both braised short rib & the pulled pork). They were delicious. Service was a bit slow compared to other spots but quality made up for our wait. Our waitress was friendly & attentive. We’ll be back for sure!

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  10. Stephen

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience at The Ritz On Union. Service was efficient and friendly. Food was well prepared with some interesting touches. Never disappoints.

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FAQs

The Ritz On Union offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (518) 688-1004.

The Ritz On Union is rated 4.6 stars by 160 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Ritz On Union

1720 union street, Schenectady, NY 12309

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Schenectady
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Sicilian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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