The Ground Up Cafe & Lounge

227 Quail St, Albany
(518) 977-3117

Recent Reviews

Ian Wood

Food is great. There's no way the owner likes coffee though. He might even hate it. It's weird coffee places that doesn't have serviceable coffee. I think it's what the kids like. College kid place.

Paul Constable

Great networking event where the location made it comfortable to speak and interact.

Alexis Bhagat

I have gone to the place six times in the past 6 months and 5/6 times this has been what I have found. Coffee was ok that one time i think. I dont really remember.

Desi Diaz

This place was veryy delicious, my fiancé recommended it and with it both being our first time it was definitely worth driving 20 mins for. Coffee was on point as well, I asked for sweet without being specific and it was delicious ????

Ketan Gunjal

Recently renovated .liked the old brick look the place had .this is great too .much more food and drinks selection now and upgraded everything.

Thylerian L.

I love this place and it's very quiet during the day. The coffee is excellent and they host great events

Brandon Cosme

This cafe is fantastic, the atmosphere is very relaxed, and the place is has a much better layout then the previous establishment that was here. Coffee was fresh and great, the food fits the place perfectly. If your looking for a great place for a quick breakfast, coffee, or lunch this is a great place to go. The staff were very attentive, friendly and efficient. I definitely recommend this place to anyone and I will definitely be coming back here often.

Its More Than Music ENT

Dope spot with free WiFi & good food …I’ll be back to play pool too!

Ally L.

I be never seen any cafe charge ice cup for a dollar. If you order double espresso is $2.95 but if you want it over ice $3.95!!! We are talking about the place where you can get Large Americano is $3.45 btw. Just so funny Crew is amazing and super friendly, place is loudly and pricing is funny

Daniel Jones

The Ground Up has some of the best breakfast food for brunch. I had a NY Strip Bennie and my son had a Bacon Egg and Cheese on a bagel. The staff was friendly and the atmosphere can't be beat. So whether you need fuel before your workout or need to revive after being hung over. This is the spot. They also have smoothies and lattes. I had a Salep latte and my son had a lime seltzer they were delicious.

Joni O'Shaughnessy

Have been wanting to stop by for months. Finally made it in for a breakfast sandwich which was perfect. Place is full of incredible artwork, with one piece taking my breach away. My only regret is not getting here sooner to pop in during the evening to enjoy the lounge. A must try in my book; unfortunately will have to wait as I have relocated.

Rufina Gazizova

They make an excellent coffee.

Emma Smith

Went for Typhoid Mary's Brunch takeover and had the best time!Good mimosas

Chandler A.

We showed up after they closed and we're about to leave but the nephew of the owner came out and insisted on getting us coffee. He was super nice and the coffee was fantastic. Can't wait to come back!

Bianca V.

Definitely my favorite cafe around. I'm there all the time! Their breakfast sandwiches are sooo good. I love going there in the morning to do my school work. It's really chill & in the afternoons they always have music & sometimes they have events like pool tournaments, open mic, etc. it's the perfect vibe! My recommendations are basically any breakfast sandwich, the cheesesteak, or the garlic parm wings. Everything I had was FIRE. Drinks are also really good I like the chai latte & nutella latte. Also, on Sunday's they have the best brunch w/ bottomless mimosas that you just can't beat. I'll continue to be a regular at the ground up cafe :)

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The Ground Up Cafe & Lounge

227 Quail St, Albany, NY 12203
(518) 977-3117