25 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Albany

“Was really sad to see my favorite unique + quality brunch spot in the bay change format to being fast casual. It was such an easy brunch pick to take out of towners or friends to.

Now instead, they've become easily one of the best fast-casual food in the bay. So I really can't complain. I guess their format changed worked because I've eaten here more often than when they were full service. The value for the money you get here is pretty nuts. Still just as good ingredients & just as good preparation, all at a more approachable price point & form factor. What really gets me is I'm truly getting restaurant quality cooking for a unique cuisine I don't see very often, just a version that works better to-go. When you compare to some of the other casual lunch/dinner places in the area that have a similar format, it's really no competition. You'd be hard pressed to find a better way to spend $20-30/pp. I also love that they kept some of my favorite guilty pleasures from when they were a full service restaurant, like the knafe pancake.

Their in-house online ordering system is pretty slick and a good deal too. Works just as well as doordash without any of the bloated prices. Wouldn't mind seeing this spread around to more restaurants.“

“Best saag I’ve ever had! Wonderful salmon tandoori. Amazing chai 👏🏻!“

“Atmosphere, customer service, prices and the freaking food is amazing 😍. Highest rated casual dining from Hayward to Vallejo! For good reason! This is a must if in the area. We will be back!“

“todo delicioso 😋 y fresco y muy limpio“

“This is my favorite restaurant; I feel incredibly happy every time I dine here. The food is delicious and the service is attentive—I bring my children here every month! I highly recommend the stir-fried green beans with eggplant😋❤“

“My latte was an absolute delight: rich, foamy, and brimming with flavor, the perfect companion for a long catch up with an old friend. And the almond croissant…oh, the almond croissant! Flaky, perfectly sweet, and honestly the best I’ve ever had. Surrounded by greenery and the gentle hum of fellow coffee lovers, it felt like a tiny whimsical escape from the everyday.“

“Nice little date spot with a cozy vibe. Food was good and the service was quick and friendly throughout the night.

We tried:
• Pad Thai Tofu — recommend but their Tofu isn’t deep fried like some other places. Maybe Inquire or push for this if it’s important.
• Mushroom Dumplings 🥟 — also recommend
• Mango Sticky Rice — decent; not the best I’ve had, but still enjoyable
• Deep Fried Veggie Rolls — pretty good
• Thai Iced Tea — solid and refreshing

Overall, we had a nice experience. The food was tasty, service was attentive, and it’s a great casual spot for a date night.“

“1111 Solano is a new location for this restaurant. Previously near Craneway and before the pandemic in Point Richmond. Same chef, same staff, and same excellent food and service.“

“Low key, relaxed vibe, cool tunes, best drinks. And a stellar taco truck in the parking lot. Very friendly staff. 5 stars all day, every day.“

“Everytime I go there, the staff are always warm and welcoming. The prices are great as far as I'm concerned. They keep it very clean and tidy. It's never been too busy. And the atmosphere is perfect for a random after school treat worth the kids.“

“VERY nice bar tucked off in Albany, inside is a wooded theme fireplace, candle lit tables with umbrellas outback on the patio. They have games like checkers, pool etc,. Super low-key but very chill-romantic vibe. I enjoyed myself and will be back again.“

“23 years a customer, only great meals! Looking forward to stopping by on my next visit to the area.“

“While we were remodeling our kitchen we went to joes maybe 3-5 days each week! We love this place. Great lattes, my kids love the milkshakes/ice cream and we all really appreciate the fresh Acme bread you can pick up from here! Thanks Joes!“

“The best beer ever and the best staff ever and super cute and I just love this place so much and everyone should go here right now.“

“Hal’s is IMO the best cafe in Albany - all the baristas not only serve beautiful, delicious oat cappuccinos but they also create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes u want to stick around. If you’re lucky they’ll be brewing a fresh batch of chai and your nose will wonder if you’ve died and gone to heaven.“

“We came in on a late Friday night and were immediately greeted by the friendly and warm hostess. The lighting is intimate and the seating is well spaced. Genuinely greeted by the chefs and the waitresses. Ordering was easy and there were so many options to choose from. I went with my favorite basics to test them out and I am so impressed. We got the happy hour specials, California roll and spicy tuna roll, fresh and tasty. Followed by chicken skewers that were soooo juicy and delicious. I ordered the Toro and I cannot begin to describe how scrumptious it tasted. Soft, buttery smoothness and beautifully presented. Finished the dinner off with the avocado and cucumber roll which was delightful and light. The rolls are plenty and full. The ratio of rice to meat is exactly what you want, balanced and on the meatier side.

They were receptive to our special requests for sides of lemon and spicy mayo.

Our water was refilled often and tasted great, clean and fresh water with NO weird smell or aftertaste. Just saying, that is definitely a win in my book. I like my water to taste like water and their water is exactly that.

The prices are very fair for the area and the happy hour pricing is even better.

I cannot wait to go again! 100% 10/10 would recommend to a friend and anyone else who will rad this lengthy review. I couldn’t wait to get home to leave them a splendid note!“

“What an amazing night at Chez Mansour! We went to watch Terga Group, and everything was absolutely wonderful. The music was incredible, the ambiance was vibrant and welcoming, and the food was delicious.

On top of that, the owner is extremely kind and made us feel right at home. You can really feel the passion and care behind this place. A perfect spot for a great evening with live music, good vibes, and amazing food.

Highly recommend, we’ll definitely be back!“

“I love this pizza spot. Food, cocktails and atmosphere are all great.

The crust on their pizza really sets them apart. It is a corn meal crust and gives a great crunch.

I recommend coming here for date night or as a casual catch-up with friends. They also have a wonderful lunch and happy hour menu.“

“Food is delicious! My server was welcoming and the food was served hot and neatly. I was offered GF and vegetarian options that were delicious! Definitely recommended.“

“It’s the best Restaurant in town came with Family and we had a great time! Food was great and drinks 🍹 we all loved the dessert as well! Just amazing service and food! My Favorite for sure! 2914 College Ave Berkeley Ca“

“Bua Luang is hands down the BEST Thai restaurant in the entire Bay Area, not just in Albany! I have been enjoying Thai cuisine all around the Bay for over 25 years. My family and I have Thai food at least 2-3 times a week, so we have tried many (and I mean MANY) Thai restaurants over the decades, and without a doubt we all agree that Bua Luang offers the freshest, tastiest, and most delicately prepared Thai cuisine of all. Every dish is packed with the freshest ingredients. The flavors and textures are amazing. Restaurants in Thailand don’t make a Pad Thai as delicious as the Pad Thai at Bua Luang—believe us, we have tried Pad Thai all over Thailand and we still longed for the Pad Thai at Bua Luang. The chef at this restaurant is a culinary master!

Not only are the dishes at this restaurant superb, the atmosphere is serene and delightful. The indoor space is clean, cozy, and modern with soft old-world touches and whimsical lighting. The ambiance music is very pleasant. It’s not too loud, and it’s easy to talk with and hear others in your party. If you choose to dine outside, you are greeted by the most beautiful outdoor seating area on all of Solano Avenue. The space is gorgeous and inviting. And then there is the staff: always friendly and attentive. They provide a truly exceptional dining experience all around.

This restaurant is an absolute gem. If I could give it more stars I would. Don’t walk, run to this spot!“

“Scones are freshly baked, delicious, yams and eggs, my favorite, it’s healthy and yummy, hot mocha/chocolate taste great, not an ordinary….. love it 😍“

“Good cheap eats. Sort of fun to get your own chai, as much as you want.“

“Tried Mango Slushie w/ boba and it was good. Not too sweet for the regular sweet.

I also tried their Taro Milk Tea, which I was shocked that it was white and didn't taste like the normal Taro Milk Tea's I've gotten from other places. However, in my country, we eat cooked Taro as a root plant and it is white so when I tried the Taro Milk Tea from here, I expected it to be purple, it wasn't. It was white and I questioned about if it was Taro, and it was bc there are Taro bits and pieces in it. It's the real thing! None the less, it wasn't too bad. But it's not what you're used to😌“

“Delicious food 🍔🍟🍦🥤yummy 😍“