Restaurants in Schenectady

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Best Halal spot in 518
Mashaallah super clean
This place doesn’t not disappoint at all. They only have been open for 4 months and everything they do is perfect. The first thing you notice when you go in there is how clean everything is, from floors, walls, seating, kitchen, etc. The food is unmatched by any other, very generous portions, the quality is excellent and the taste is consistently amazing. They cook their food well and the spices are perfect. The price is very reasonable for the quality of their dishes. Lastly, the workers there are extremely respectful, kind and hospitable. They make me feel welcomed every time I come in especially now that I’m a regular there. Keep up the good work!”

“Excellent food - really tasty - excellent service.”

“love everything about this place. Delicious food and wonderful service.”

“We absolutely loved our time at shaker! They were accommodating and even made mock tails for the people who didn’t want to drink!”

“Had dinner last night at Johnny's and it was amazing. The food was delicious. Our waitress, Vanessa made our evening magical.”

“I have been to the Ritz on multiple occasions and have always had great service and a great meal. Whether sitting at the bar or having a meal with the family at a table, they never disappoint. Anthony the owner cares about his patrons and makes sure everything was tip top.”

“I had my daughter’s baptism celebration at Canalis and I truly want to thank them for going above and beyond for our daughter’s special day. We rented out the banquet room and it was absolutely perfect. The food and service was exceptional. Thank you again Canalis. I highly recommend for any future event.”

“We had our book club here and it was fantastic. The upstairs room is so beautiful and stylish. The food was DELICIOUS and very unique. Highly recommend the biscuit flight and whipped ricotta. Cocktails were fresh takes on old classics. Staff was very gracious. I can’t wait to come back for dinner!”

“Just had the BEST iced vanilla latte that I have EVER had in my entire life 🧋”

“Great customer service and food! Manager could use some customer service tips from the young lady he was reprimanding in front of customers. No Sir she shouldn't hurry and if you have issues you don't address in front of customers. The sparingly toppings you applied to the man 9f red scooter was disgusting. This Saturday @ 130p”

“Best collard greens I've ever had, pulled pork was awesome. Baked beans were tasty and I don't recommend trying the peach cobbler because you will be hooked for life”

“I can’t stop ordering from here! Food is so fresh and so good. The chicken is insanely tender and flavorful. I want to try more items but I keep going back to the chicken over rice because it’s truly incredible. I am a sauce boss and I love that they cover it in sauce. You get an insane amount of food for a great price. Love having this in the area!”

“Unbelievable atmosphere. Awesome Bartenders Drinks and the Food is Fantastic. You need to try this place!!!”

“Not only does Grano have amazing food, but their customer service is also fantastic! I went there recently before a show at Proctors, and unfortunately the kitchen was a little behind, and we did not have enough time to eat. When leaving Proctors, our server was waiting outside the theater to give us our food to take home. They really went above and beyond. I will definitely be going back soon!”

“Come to originals the best pizza and dinners in the area great subs and hot sandwiches The ladies are great .I am the origanal Great Sandcci”

“Everything about our experience at Mila’s was perfection!! From the moment we walked in we felt welcome and appreciated. The food was divine, the service was top notch and they were amazing with our three year old! Can’t say enough good things. Run, don’t walk, to this incredible spot!!”

“The pot roast was absolutely amazing My husband ordered lamb chops they came pretty raw But I need to shout a special review to Christine who made our first visit a memorable one She’s definitely a keeper”

“A wonderful small family owned business with great food and service. Our families favorite sushi spot.”

“I love this restaurant. The food is great! I highly recommend it!”

“The menu is definitely creative, flavorful and I've had every item off the menu. Been going here for 8-9yrs. Just tried their lunch buffet which is also fantastic deal with many options. highly recommended”

“Lovely environment, great food and a welcoming staff! We will be back.

Vegetarian options: The fish with incredible cole slaw and twice baked potato salad, yum!”

“Parking: They didn't exactly have what I was interested in.So, they kind of frankensteined it together.
Super friendly Counter health, hot, delicious and quick food.”

“The service was incredible, the food was unforgettable, and the price point was very fair. Despite being overwhelmed with several tables at once, and training a new hire, our server was poised, graceful, and prompt, and was kind enough to offer suggestions for entrees and wine pairings. It was evident that her section was extremely busy, and we were politely notified that the kitchen was short-staffed that Friday evening. But we never would have guessed as the service was outstanding and the food arrived within a reasonable time. Thank you to our beautiful server whose name I regrettably cannot recall (dark hair, crow tattoo, drop-dead gorgeous) and to the kitchen for making our night exceptionally enjoyable.”

“This classic Italian deli offers a delightful dining experience, and their tomato pie is simply unbeatable. With each bite, I'm transported to the heart of Italy, savoring the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The friendly and attentive staff make the experience even more enjoyable, and the reasonable prices make it a must-visit for any food lover.”

“the outdoor patio is huge. love the space”

“My husband and I went there this evening for Valentines dinner. We have been there for her amazing breakfasts and have ordered her take out pot pies and WOW, we were not disappointed with our amazing dinner. I had the Eggplant and my husband had the Filet. Warm and cozy atmosphere- just perfect!!”

“Good Good good”

“Almost exclusively a takeout business, although they do have some tables on premises, which is more than I can say for many Chinese places in the area post-pandemic. The sesame chicken isn't quite as crunchy as you want it to be, the crab rangoons are very sweet, and I got some cabbage that looked past its prime, but the food is a good value for money overall, and they have lots of dishes with veggies in them, which I like. For pickup, they prefer you order by phone to avoid Doordash fees.”

“Staff friendly great personality and always says hello when you walk in, food is amazing the soups are very good and the food is very tasty and healthy the egg rolls are old school ones nice and crisp and big lots of taste not those dry out tasteless ones you get at other Chinese take outs don't change a thing you guys are truly the best!

Dietary restrictions: They have low salt options to”

“The food and service were outstanding. The staff was attentive . Highlights were the scallops, braised short ribs, lobster risotto and the lobster bisque. Overall a great experience and delicious meal.”

“I've never had a problem there. The staff is always kind and respectful. The maintenance staff is doing the job every time im there.”

“It's not the stores fault, but I gave the atmosphere 3 stars due to a very disruptive group of teens that were ordering when I was with my kids. They even left their bicycles inside the doors partially blocking both entrances. I recommend the drive-thru. I go there 1 to 3 times a week.”

“Went here on Thursday September 26 2024 for dinner and drinks with two of my friends and the food was good and the staff were kind but only problem was that the drinks were long after we ordered them”

“Great pub food in a fun atmosphere!”

“10/10 recommend always. Great service and always an amazing atmosphere!”

“Absolutely delicious every single time. Laid back artistic atmosphere, great people, the chefs do an amazing job. If you order medium steak you get a medium steak right on the money. Thank you Maxons for another great dinner for our family!”

“Absolutely amazing, huge portions, amazing homemade pasta, great service!”

“great catering food ,sausage and peppers, meatballs and Lasagna”

“The store is aptly named and was indeed a 'Joy' to visit. After losing the Italian deli in Saratoga that I've patronized for many years to a buyer from Albany that doesn't even answer the phone, I began a search for a true Italian deli. When I walked into La Gioia I knew I had found what I was looking for. The aroma of Italy in the air, the hustle bustle of a staff serving with professional knowledge, courtesy, and a neat and clean appearance so rare today, and shelves and cases filled with all the Mediterranean delicacies imaginable, made me realize the true gem I discovered. This was a wonderful epiphany for me; I smiled all the way home 30 miles away.”

“ok food fair service. comfortable. fresh salad. phill does great job to all. c 4 yourself”

“Been eating here 35+ years! Every time I come home to Schenectady it’s the place I eat. Been on the food network!!”

“the food is amazing the service is great”

“The restaurateur was great and very friendly. He suggested the Chicken Yassa since they were out of the chicken curry. This meal was great! The flavor and blend of spices was perfect. Everything was delicious and tender. I can’t wait to go back and try their fried chicken and other food. They make the fried chicken fresh to order so I can only imagine how good it will be. My wife and I will definitely be coming back.”

“friendly staff amazing food good drinks good time”

“BEST hot dogs I’ve ever had and their food is great! Highly recommend this place.”

“After enjoying their wings during the Wing Walk I decided to order myself dinner last night. I ordered fried chicken dinner. I had the leg and thigh and they were huge. My dinner came with candied yams, collard greens, potato salad, and a corn bread muffin. Everything was outstanding. I can’t believe I have never ordered from there prior to this. I will be ordering again and making this a staple from now on. Drop everything and order dinner tonight you won’t regret it!”

“Friends recommended this place to us and we were not disappointed. Very clean, great portions, very nice waitress. Prices were great for the quality and quantity of food we received. We will definitely be returning!”

“I walked in and felt welcome. Instantly the guy behind the counter really went out of his way to make sure I had a good recommendation. I got the salmon over rice and easily the best salmon I’ve had in the last 15 years. It was incredible and I liked it so much that I was angry when I ate the last bite, because I wanted to keep eating.”

“Best juice bar in the capital region!! If you haven’t been there, make your way you will not be disappointed.”

“Great vibe great coffee great food!”

“Some of the best bread I have had. Some friends and I came to go hiking and we stopped by this nice bakery because it had great reviews. THEY DO NOT LIE! met with amazing people and amazing food. HIGHLY recommend!!! If you're in the Schenectady area this is a MUST!”

“Very good food and margaritas. The only thing lacking is some guidance on where to sit, we basically hung out at the bar until someone noticed us.”

“wonderful local gem. ordered a couple trays of food last minute and Dominic was more than accommodating. our family loves the chicken marsala and the bread they included with the order. Sat at the bar and had great service from the bartender, clams bianco were very tasty.”

“Yummy food!! Awesome service!”

“Went for the first time and I can say the food was very good! The shrimp and grits had really nice flavor and was a perfect portion size. The place is cute but a bit on the smaller side. The service was good but not great..about average. All in all a good experience here and I live close by so will be going back!”

“Delicious food! Great service!”

“I love the food here, and the people at TanDoori House are fantastic. As a vegetarian, I love having so many options on the menu to choose from, and whether you do pickup or delivery, it’s always delicious. Their chana masala is top tier, and so are their saag paneer and vegetable samosas. For dessert, definitely go for the rice pudding. I’ve ordered here several times and it never disappoints!”

“Kristen is the best of their waitstaff !!!”

“The best place!”

“excellent food and service staff is friendly also prices are spot on”

“I’m not a smoothie girl but my first experience pretty good the atmosphere is nice it’s smoothies great and the nice sir that owns it is totally cool I recommend getting the Sweet venom”

“Menu has plenty of options, food is delicious, and staff are patient and friendly. Great experience! Highly recommend - will definitely be back!”

“FOOD IS OUTSTANDING....VERY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE..FROM THE OWNER ..ROSARIO TO THE COUNTER LADY MICHELLE!”

“Annie & Aimee are the best!”

“Food was amazing. Had so much food I left with dinner lol. Wonderful customer service and very friendly. The dining area was very clean. We will be back!”

“Absolutely delicious food! The breakfast is always good! The steak and eggs are cooked to perfection! Also recommend the Eggs Benedict!!!”

“10/10!!! Prices are cheap compared to other local spots. Ordered the Love Boat for 2 with the Christmas Roll, shumai, and miso soup. Service was quick and the staff was so nice. Found our new sushi spot!”

“Food is decent and experience is overall good.
Muffins are very good.
They will add berries and strawberries to most dishes and not mention that. If you're picky just ask to not have those with the dishes.

I've been here a few times since I'm a college student. Their drinks range but pretty standard.”

“Got a sub , wings and mozz sticks- all great !!! Will be back !”

“Awesome hometown feel of a place. Great trivia. They do tons of other events weekly too. Great beer. They do food trucks which is so neat. But make sure to check website to see if they are having food truck when you go or else they only will have beer. Nice area inside but in the summer and fall they have huge outdoor patio with tons of tables, chairs, fire pits etc. Amazing family place.”

“Local neighborhood bar that welcomes you if you are local or not.

The menu is a good pub fair plus option (burgers, chicken sandwiches, and such). Specials from time to time (corned beef sandwiches round St. Pattys day are so good). Overall the food is quite wonderful and dine or take out options were available.

The draft options are good and change up for the seasons. The staff are welcoming and locals are too which is great for walking in off the street for the first time.

*Utica Club on draft
**Walking distance to Casino & River Park”

“Love Love Love Lorenzo's! (518 Foodies card holders get 10% off). They have the BEST breakfast! The home fries are to die for! The chorizo egg and cheese is also delicious! Really, you can't go wrong.”

“favorite ice cream shop..... mainly because they have new flavors all the time and they offer custard!!! If you haven't tried it - do it!”

“Wagon Train BBQ thank you so much for supporting our troops and their families. Your delicious food that you donated to the soldiers deploying and their families made the day so special for us all. The pulled chicken, beef brisket, and pulled pork were absolutely delicious!!!! Thank you! 💙🇺🇸❤️🙏”

“This place is absolutely incredible! I have had many tacos in my life but this is probably the best. The man tending to the place is very nice and clearly knows his stuff. Me and my friends all agree this place is amazing, 10/10 all around!”

“Stopped in as we just moved into the neighborhood. Great place. Food was great,the staff were very friendly and nice . Great service! We will be back!”

“Stopped by today as I was visiting the area. I had the cream puff and it was by far the best gluten free pastry I have ever had 💜 I wish I would have bought a few more. Definitely will stop by again when passing through.”

“Thank you for a great cake for my sons Birthday ! They also had some cupcakes. Great service very kind and helpful last minute. Appreciated !”

“very good food nice people love this place to eat”

“My son and I eat from here couple times a week the owner and whole crew awesome people...The Food never had no complaints food is always clean delicious and very good I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone ..Thank you union Pizza..”

“Been going there several times yrs now. Always great take out. Dined in a few over yrs. Pizza is outstanding as the wings. When my out of State family comes up they want Johnny C’s pizza and wings. Never disappointed.”

“Amazing food esp the potato wedges!!! Workers are so nice as well”

“Very good food! Ordered pizza, quesadillas, subs. The pizza is one of the best in this area! Easy ordering online and fast delivery. Highly recommend!”

“Favorite pizza and Garlic knots!”

“I would like to personally thank the young lady bartender and the two gracious gentlemen who helped me recover my cell phone on Saturday December 17th. My heartfelt gratitude goes out to all of them and with their help, I can still see my deceased relatives/friends in addition to hearing their voices, not to mention all my photos! I can't thank you all enough for listening and digging in the snowbank and locating my phone for me, it was truly "A Christmas Miracle" I am forever grateful, and it still works!! What a wonderful example of human kindness, many thanks. ?”

“Best collard greens I've ever had, pulled pork was awesome. Baked beans were tasty and I don't recommend trying the peach cobbler because you will be hooked for life”

“Great friendly staff. Always a hello and smiles. Everything is excellent.”

“FOOD IS SO BUSSIN AND AMAZING ICECREAM WE LOVE THE WORKERS”

“Blue flames fusion curry chicken with white rice and vegetables ????”

“Excellent food - really tasty - excellent service.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch at this deli. The cup of soup was more like a bowl of soup. My sandwich was very large and tasty. My blueberry pie was delightful! I plan on going there for lunch again!”

“FOOD IS OUTSTANDING....VERY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE..FROM THE OWNER ..ROSARIO TO THE COUNTER LADY MICHELLE!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Best Halal spot in 518
Mashaallah super clean
This place doesn’t not disappoint at all. They only have been open for 4 months and everything they do is perfect. The first thing you notice when you go in there is how clean everything is, from floors, walls, seating, kitchen, etc. The food is unmatched by any other, very generous portions, the quality is excellent and the taste is consistently amazing. They cook their food well and the spices are perfect. The price is very reasonable for the quality of their dishes. Lastly, the workers there are extremely respectful, kind and hospitable. They make me feel welcomed every time I come in especially now that I’m a regular there. Keep up the good work!”

“Was there last week food always great and the atmosphere is great as well people are very kind never had an issue there the food is really good it's the best one in Schenectady New ”

“This time I had a great experience here. The waitress was very nice, we got to sit on the other side away from the cold door away from everybody, we got a big booth. The round table, the food was amazing. It came out perfect time in the whole experience.This day was tremendous. Ow”

“Someone sleeping on the bench in the restaurant. Scarry!!! The staff seemed confused and scattered. The sauces were totally empty. But, the redeeming cherry was the food and quick service. Excellent and delicious!! Thank you. The gentleman who seemed to be the manager had a great personality and got right on top of things. Thank you for a quick and tasty meal.”

“First time ever!!!! Staff was incredible!!! Food was amazing ( Mac& Cheese with Chicken) The best I have ever had. Most of it came home with us. Definitely a very beautiful Irish establishment. Will definitely be coming back. Worth a 45 minute trip.”

“So we had an amazing DoorDash order from tops the other night. We usually cook but had the flu so needed no contact delivery. Dolmades were not on the online menu as an add on and we wanted to split a salad and add some on. I called and the waitress was happy to manually add them on if I put in a note & charge accordingly. She did it and they were amazingly fresh, best we’ve ever had. I’m big on trying Rueben’s from different places and this is hands down one of the best corned beef Rueben’s ever. My husband got the chicken sandwich with the basil and pesto I forget what it’s called but tried a bite of that and so fresh. I have always liked tops but in the past but I don’t know if they got new cooks or not because this was above average from the food we’ve had in the past and when I’ve ordered takeout in the past there’s been a thing or two missing. Not now. Everything was hot and fresh and the waitress that ordered was so friendly. I know DoorDash can be difficult because the food may not arrive how the restaurant puts it out but we had an amazing driver too!!! This experience will make us go back. When you are used to eating home cooked meals and you are sick and you get a good meal like that and friendly service it makes such a difference. Thank you! I cannot stress how fresh everything was. So important that the food is checked prior to ensure everything is there and that was done.”

“Menu has plenty of options, food is delicious, and staff are patient and friendly. Great experience! Highly recommend - will definitely be back!”

“I can’t stop ordering from here! Food is so fresh and so good. The chicken is insanely tender and flavorful. I want to try more items but I keep going back to the chicken over rice because it’s truly incredible. I am a sauce boss and I love that they cover it in sauce. You get an insane amount of food for a great price. Love having this in the area!”

“I love this place! They make the best peach smoothies!”

“Went here on Thursday September 26 2024 for dinner and drinks with two of my friends and the food was good and the staff were kind but only problem was that the drinks were long after we ordered them”

“Delicious lunch and friendly, clean atmosphere. Thank you to our hostess for seating us and Bill Judge for superb service too'
Dec. 17 2024-another delicious lunch today. Thank you Bill Judge , Donna and all the friendly staff for assisting us, and I was able to complete my Christmas shopping with their purchase a $50. gift card receive $10. gift card too !”

“I go to the Guilderland location. burgers, fries, shakes cookies are awesome. Just had the new chicken sandwich and it was dynamite (really really good). thank you E for recommending it.”

“Wagon Train BBQ thank you so much for supporting our troops and their families. Your delicious food that you donated to the soldiers deploying and their families made the day so special for us all. The pulled chicken, beef brisket, and pulled pork were absolutely delicious!!!! Thank you! 💙🇺🇸❤️🙏”

“The food and service were outstanding. The staff was attentive . Highlights were the scallops, braised short ribs, lobster risotto and the lobster bisque. Overall a great experience and delicious meal.”

“Just had the BEST iced vanilla latte that I have EVER had in my entire life 🧋”