Thinking of this restaurant today. One of my Dad's favorites. Went there last about 8+ years ago before moving to Texas. So happy you're still around. Will be on my list for our next visit back to the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sue Powell
First of all let me say the service was terrible. We went with another couple and requested separate checks. We ordered wings as our appetizer.and individual pizzas for our entrees. Only two of us got our drinks and the other two waited for about 15 minutes to get theirs only to have it wrong. We waited a long time before we asked our waitress where our wings were and she never put the order in saying she thought we wanted them with our dinner. So she went back to let them know to put the wings on. Then she came back and asked us for our order all over again! Next thing you know our pizzas came out before our wings. We had a 6:00 reservation and never got out of there until after 8:00. She never came back to check on us even forgetting about our requested water. When our bills arrived they were completely messed up. This was our first time going there and I would say our last.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Carl J.Rivera
Nice place, great pizza better wings!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Pizza, Chicken Wings
Nicola A. Parisi
My bride's family are generational customers of the original Orchard Tavern. I've been going since the late '70s after football games at Bleeker Stadium.The present owner has expanded to this new site on Western Ave (formerly Dorado's) in front of Star Plaza. A lot of renovations inside - new bar, open floor plan, bright & airy. They also have the big room on the side for events & parties.We had a drink at the bar as we waited for her brother & sister-n-law. Friendly bartender (short in stature - no name given, no name tag. People at the did have apps in front of them. When we were all present we were seated immediately. I missed the waitperson name - sorry.As per tradition the go it was Orchard pizza & chix wings. First the pizza - original style Orchard pizza which is a thin, crispy, 10 cut. They start at $10. for a cheese pizza -your choice of 18 toppings are $1.50 each. They also have white, vegetarian, & 12 speciality pizzas, such as buffalo chicken & shrimp scampi. We had three pizza at our table, half taken home. Wings are $13. for 10 in seven flavors w/ celery & blue cheese. Always consistently tasty and always cooked correctly - crispy skin and cooked through to the bone. Great job. NOTE: On your actual birthday the Orchard will treat you to a wing for each year of your age (in house only).I went for something different. I ordered a Philly cheese steak ($13). When it came out it looked fine to me, but the owner came over and said it was not the way he told his staff to make it. He offered to make a new one but I was OK w/ this one. Maybe it was the cheese on the bottom instead of on top? Flavor was great though. The owner came back, apologised again, and said he was taking my sandwich off the bill. That's how you take care of your customers. Excellent customer service from ownership down to all employees. This is how you get a loyal customer following. Thank you.We had beer & wine w/ our dinner. Full service bar is available.Hours are 12pm-8pm everyday. Family friendly dining.We will be back soon and thanks again for the great service. You should be proud.Nick & Liz, Albany, NYKid-friendliness: Family friendly. Dining area separate from bar.Wheelchair accessibility: They have wheelchair accessibility from parking into restaurant.
There was a story of a time where my card did not work (even at any ATMs) and there was a bartender at the time who was very understanding. He gave me my meal completely for free and said to come back whenever I had the money. I did later on that day and he was the kindest soul about it. I did not realize that bartender was the owner of that location: Kris. He has to be one of the most passionate and caring persons that I have ever met in food service, and I do not say that lightly. This isn't even mentioning how the food is always so good. So far, I have had nachos, wings, and a burger with fries. All of them deserve a 10/10. If you're looking for good people, good food, and a good time, go to Orchard Tavern West. That place has more than just my business: they have a friend out of me!
Had a family gathering with about 25 people. LOVED the food (pizza, wings, salad and ziti ?). The place was clean and the service friendly and exceptional! Can’t wait to go back again for another great meal!Kid-friendliness: We had the room off to the right and there was plenty of room for the adults and the kids to play some games we had broughtWheelchair accessibility: Easy to get in and out
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Red Pizza, Cheese Pizza, White Pizza, Chicken Wings
Tom Remmert
Good food. Pizza is the same as it has been for years. The owner is a great guy.Parking: Located in a small shopping center. Plenty of close parking.
Mediocre pizza but TINY and very overpriced. They charged a RIDICULOUS takeout fee for each pizza we ordered and price was 30 dollars for two pizzas that weren't enough to feed 2 people, let alone 7. They did not publish the size of the pizza on their website. V sad :(
Marty J.
Would be nice if they listed beverages on the menu. No list for beer, wine or soda. Coke or Pepsi???????? Maybe fix this shortcoming?
dan p
food was great tavern fare. Hot and fresh. Service was attentive and friendly as usual. Great interest and enthusiasm for supporting the community. Accommodating and looking to help. Just did some repainting and decorating, looks great.
Wonderful, wonderful?WONDERFUL !Food is good, service is courteous and attentive. Even the background music is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Buffalo Chicken, Cheese Pizza, Wings
The Spicy Italian pizza slaps.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Thinking of this restaurant today. One of my Dad's favorites. Went there last about 8+ years ago before moving to Texas. So happy you're still around. Will be on my list for our next visit back to the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First of all let me say the service was terrible. We went with another couple and requested separate checks. We ordered wings as our appetizer.and individual pizzas for our entrees. Only two of us got our drinks and the other two waited for about 15 minutes to get theirs only to have it wrong. We waited a long time before we asked our waitress where our wings were and she never put the order in saying she thought we wanted them with our dinner. So she went back to let them know to put the wings on. Then she came back and asked us for our order all over again! Next thing you know our pizzas came out before our wings. We had a 6:00 reservation and never got out of there until after 8:00. She never came back to check on us even forgetting about our requested water. When our bills arrived they were completely messed up. This was our first time going there and I would say our last.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Nice place, great pizza better wings!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Pizza, Chicken Wings
My bride's family are generational customers of the original Orchard Tavern. I've been going since the late '70s after football games at Bleeker Stadium.The present owner has expanded to this new site on Western Ave (formerly Dorado's) in front of Star Plaza. A lot of renovations inside - new bar, open floor plan, bright & airy. They also have the big room on the side for events & parties.We had a drink at the bar as we waited for her brother & sister-n-law. Friendly bartender (short in stature - no name given, no name tag. People at the did have apps in front of them. When we were all present we were seated immediately. I missed the waitperson name - sorry.As per tradition the go it was Orchard pizza & chix wings. First the pizza - original style Orchard pizza which is a thin, crispy, 10 cut. They start at $10. for a cheese pizza -your choice of 18 toppings are $1.50 each. They also have white, vegetarian, & 12 speciality pizzas, such as buffalo chicken & shrimp scampi. We had three pizza at our table, half taken home. Wings are $13. for 10 in seven flavors w/ celery & blue cheese. Always consistently tasty and always cooked correctly - crispy skin and cooked through to the bone. Great job. NOTE: On your actual birthday the Orchard will treat you to a wing for each year of your age (in house only).I went for something different. I ordered a Philly cheese steak ($13). When it came out it looked fine to me, but the owner came over and said it was not the way he told his staff to make it. He offered to make a new one but I was OK w/ this one. Maybe it was the cheese on the bottom instead of on top? Flavor was great though. The owner came back, apologised again, and said he was taking my sandwich off the bill. That's how you take care of your customers. Excellent customer service from ownership down to all employees. This is how you get a loyal customer following. Thank you.We had beer & wine w/ our dinner. Full service bar is available.Hours are 12pm-8pm everyday. Family friendly dining.We will be back soon and thanks again for the great service. You should be proud.Nick & Liz, Albany, NYKid-friendliness: Family friendly. Dining area separate from bar.Wheelchair accessibility: They have wheelchair accessibility from parking into restaurant.
Recommended dishes: Buffalo Chicken, Cheese Pizza, Buffalo Wings, Fettuccine Alfredo, Chicken Tenders Kids, White Pizza, Chicken Wings
There was a story of a time where my card did not work (even at any ATMs) and there was a bartender at the time who was very understanding. He gave me my meal completely for free and said to come back whenever I had the money. I did later on that day and he was the kindest soul about it. I did not realize that bartender was the owner of that location: Kris. He has to be one of the most passionate and caring persons that I have ever met in food service, and I do not say that lightly. This isn't even mentioning how the food is always so good. So far, I have had nachos, wings, and a burger with fries. All of them deserve a 10/10. If you're looking for good people, good food, and a good time, go to Orchard Tavern West. That place has more than just my business: they have a friend out of me!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nachos, Beef Burger, Wings, Chicken Wings
Good food, nice place, clean and great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great pizza and wings. First responder discounts they give are appreciated!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Buffalo Wings, Wings
Great wings. Granddaughter loves their Mac and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Had a family gathering with about 25 people. LOVED the food (pizza, wings, salad and ziti ?). The place was clean and the service friendly and exceptional! Can’t wait to go back again for another great meal!Kid-friendliness: We had the room off to the right and there was plenty of room for the adults and the kids to play some games we had broughtWheelchair accessibility: Easy to get in and out
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Red Pizza, Cheese Pizza, White Pizza, Chicken Wings
Good food. Pizza is the same as it has been for years. The owner is a great guy.Parking: Located in a small shopping center. Plenty of close parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Red Pizza, Steam Clams, Cheese Pizza, Buffalo Wings, Chicken Tenders, Nachos, Beef Burger, Wings, Boneless Wings, Meat Lovers Pizza
Mediocre pizza but TINY and very overpriced. They charged a RIDICULOUS takeout fee for each pizza we ordered and price was 30 dollars for two pizzas that weren't enough to feed 2 people, let alone 7. They did not publish the size of the pizza on their website. V sad :(
Would be nice if they listed beverages on the menu. No list for beer, wine or soda. Coke or Pepsi???????? Maybe fix this shortcoming?
food was great tavern fare. Hot and fresh. Service was attentive and friendly as usual. Great interest and enthusiasm for supporting the community. Accommodating and looking to help. Just did some repainting and decorating, looks great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salads, Buffalo Chicken, Cheese Pizza, Wings