This is one of my favorite bars in Albany. They have inventive drinks and a really fabulous space. There’s games, indoor and outdoor spots, and defazios pizza!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Felicity Ziri
Cute, cozy, rustic bar with nice drink options and friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Louis Bourgeois
Nice little bar with big back patio. The craft hard liquors taster flight was great. You can also order craft pizza next door and they deliver it to your seating place in the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Leo Fioravanti
This place has great atmosphere, drinks, and service. What more can you expect from a distillery/cocktail bar? It’s nice to have a cocktail focused place, with bartenders that know how to make them. They can also make mocktails and have wine and beer available. You can also tell them what kinds of things you like, and they will make you something good.
Jesse Dettmer
A weird vibe here the other night, the craft cocktails are overpriced for what was ultimately pretty mediocre
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 3
Abby Ingraham
We had our post-elopement "party" at Albany Distilling Company and could not have been happier with our decision! Natalie (the bar manager) went above and beyond to ensure our celebration was absolutely perfect. She really went the extra mile from the custom drinks, to the easy communication, to seeing our vision through. She is the best! All of our guests (130~ people) RAVED about how great the cocktails were and how kind and QUICK the bar staff was. The space itself is a great background and we spiced it up with some amazing decor from The Balloonary and florals that we put together ourself. In addition to all of that the fact that their in house caterer is Defazio's you really cannot beat it! I would HIGHLY recommend it for your next private event or just to visit for a delicious cocktail whenever you're in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Carberg
The experience inside was fine. The staff was knowledgeable and pleasant. We went to see a singer that had left early and when we left I had a $65 parking ticket on my car. Parking is horrible there and I will need to avoid that area from now on. It was too bad because before I could have seen going backParking: Got a $65 parking ticket while there for just a few minutes and another friend of mine had a ticket as well
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Lori R.
A very cute spot! We came here after attending a show at the Palace- it's within walking distance but there is also lots of street parking around. They have a great selection of liquor, beers, ciders, and more. When we arrived there was live music happening in the back, which I always love! They don't have food but right next door is a pizza spot that you can order from and eat it here. The bartender was very friendly and gave excellent recommendations. Would love to check this place out again!
Nathaniel Flynn
Awesome atmosphere, excellent old fashioned.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
diane dibiasio
On Labor Day weekend, we had a welcome party for the wedding guests for my sons wedding. We had an open bar for two hours and a cash bar for the rest of the evening. It was a pleasure to work with Natalie and her team. Communication in the planning stages was excellent . The drinks were plentiful and delicious. The bar staff worked so quickly and guests were served very quickly The ambience was perfect and there was plenty of seating. Our guests were so impressed with the staff , the beverages and the setting. We had an excellent evening.Parking: Most of our guests used a car service thru the hotel We had no problem parking
Awesome vibe! Great great staff! Prefect laid-back and raw atmosphere. Mocktails were the show stopper. Would greatly recommend for anyone who wants to have a memorable eve!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Timothy OBoyle
We ALWAYS stop in for a special cocktail or two when passing through Albany ( or just close.) The Pizza from next door is fantastic. Great combo. Thanks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dylan Millan
The outdoor area is open and inviting. Great live music, cocktails are delicious and creative. The indoor portion is warm and inviting
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Morgan McGuinness
The hours reported on Google Maps are incorrect. They are indeed open Wednesdays! Check their website for up to date hours.Super friendly staff, great cocktails, and awesome vibe in the courtyard/patio! My friends who take whiskey really seriously love the whiskey here, if that tells you anything.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Yolanda Bostic Williams
A must visit establishment when in Albany. The drinks are eclectic and cant beat having DiFazzio's pizza on location as well!Also, one of the most gracious and supporters of the BLM & LQBTQ+ communties.
This is one of my favorite bars in Albany. They have inventive drinks and a really fabulous space. There’s games, indoor and outdoor spots, and defazios pizza!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute, cozy, rustic bar with nice drink options and friendly staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Nice little bar with big back patio. The craft hard liquors taster flight was great. You can also order craft pizza next door and they deliver it to your seating place in the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
This place has great atmosphere, drinks, and service. What more can you expect from a distillery/cocktail bar? It’s nice to have a cocktail focused place, with bartenders that know how to make them. They can also make mocktails and have wine and beer available. You can also tell them what kinds of things you like, and they will make you something good.
A weird vibe here the other night, the craft cocktails are overpriced for what was ultimately pretty mediocre
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 3
We had our post-elopement "party" at Albany Distilling Company and could not have been happier with our decision! Natalie (the bar manager) went above and beyond to ensure our celebration was absolutely perfect. She really went the extra mile from the custom drinks, to the easy communication, to seeing our vision through. She is the best! All of our guests (130~ people) RAVED about how great the cocktails were and how kind and QUICK the bar staff was. The space itself is a great background and we spiced it up with some amazing decor from The Balloonary and florals that we put together ourself. In addition to all of that the fact that their in house caterer is Defazio's you really cannot beat it! I would HIGHLY recommend it for your next private event or just to visit for a delicious cocktail whenever you're in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The experience inside was fine. The staff was knowledgeable and pleasant. We went to see a singer that had left early and when we left I had a $65 parking ticket on my car. Parking is horrible there and I will need to avoid that area from now on. It was too bad because before I could have seen going backParking: Got a $65 parking ticket while there for just a few minutes and another friend of mine had a ticket as well
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
A very cute spot! We came here after attending a show at the Palace- it's within walking distance but there is also lots of street parking around. They have a great selection of liquor, beers, ciders, and more. When we arrived there was live music happening in the back, which I always love! They don't have food but right next door is a pizza spot that you can order from and eat it here. The bartender was very friendly and gave excellent recommendations. Would love to check this place out again!
Awesome atmosphere, excellent old fashioned.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
On Labor Day weekend, we had a welcome party for the wedding guests for my sons wedding. We had an open bar for two hours and a cash bar for the rest of the evening. It was a pleasure to work with Natalie and her team. Communication in the planning stages was excellent . The drinks were plentiful and delicious. The bar staff worked so quickly and guests were served very quickly The ambience was perfect and there was plenty of seating. Our guests were so impressed with the staff , the beverages and the setting. We had an excellent evening.Parking: Most of our guests used a car service thru the hotel We had no problem parking
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Awesome vibe! Great great staff! Prefect laid-back and raw atmosphere. Mocktails were the show stopper. Would greatly recommend for anyone who wants to have a memorable eve!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ALWAYS stop in for a special cocktail or two when passing through Albany ( or just close.) The Pizza from next door is fantastic. Great combo. Thanks!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The outdoor area is open and inviting. Great live music, cocktails are delicious and creative. The indoor portion is warm and inviting
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The hours reported on Google Maps are incorrect. They are indeed open Wednesdays! Check their website for up to date hours.Super friendly staff, great cocktails, and awesome vibe in the courtyard/patio! My friends who take whiskey really seriously love the whiskey here, if that tells you anything.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
A must visit establishment when in Albany. The drinks are eclectic and cant beat having DiFazzio's pizza on location as well!Also, one of the most gracious and supporters of the BLM & LQBTQ+ communties.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Whiskey Flight, Mozzarella Cheese Pizza Margherita