44 Best Bars near Ballston Spa

“Another great time & excellent food. This year 22 of my friends met for our annual end of boating season get together. Amazing food big helpings. Awesome job to Steve Grace Emily & Andrew. Perfect drinks also.“

“Great atmosphere Food was awesome Customers were friendly Loved seeing Kate❤️great childhood memories lol“

“This local restaurant & bar was great! Loved the whole experience! When traveling we always try local eateries, & this one was top notch. The background music wasn’t too loud & the staff was very friendly. The food was worth it!!!

Vegetarian options: I am not, but they had dish options clearly labeled.

Parking: There is few parking spots in front, but there is more around back. Coming from out of town it was a little confusing at first, but we caught on quick.“

“Just want to say thankyou to you all for handling such a big group this morning for my granddaughters birthday brunch. You all were amazing and the food was great and reasonably priced. I will definitely be back more often. Hugs to all the staff.“

“Brunch was fantastic. Great menu--so hard to choose. Husband said his Eggs Benny were prepared perfectly. And I asked for the egg on my Donut BEC to be very well cooked--best fried egg I've ever had. Looking forward to a return trip from Delmar.“

“My wife and I stopped in for an after dinner drink. Excellent list of sparkling wines by the glass and great list of bottles. We had just had dinner so didn’t get the charcuterie but the guests the next table did and it looked terrific. Next time. Great ambiance, music and a knowledgeable host. We will be back next time we’re in Saratoga Springs.“

“We were there on June 4th Unbeknownst to us it was the start of Belmont week in Saratoga. The city was mobbed with people great to see. But not great on walk in dining. We were told it would be an hour wait because of all the reservations they had. This was not part of our plan of course. We then spotted an outdoor table in the shade. We grabbed it and the rest is history. We were greeted by Eli our server who by the way is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to craft beer. He managed to recommend beers for all three of us that were delicious. Outstanding job Eli. We shared a spicy little pizza and a charcuterie board and both were awesome. What a great experience from start to finish. great beer and food spells a good time and we will be back for more in the future“

“Great cocktails and Zach was cool to talk with!“

“Fucking awesome bar. Bartenders are always great.“

“Highly recommend! Owners are awesome and personable. Bar tenders are excellent. Just an overall great atmosphere“

“Absolutely killer bar. If you happen to go when Zach is the bartender you are in luck. There is no better connoisseur of beer in the world than this fine gentleman. The beer is great, the ambience is great, the video games are great, everything is great here. If you are in Saratoga Springs, and you were looking for a beer, you should absolutely go here.“

“**The Coat Room, Saratoga Springs - Restaurant Review**

The Coat Room has a fun, eclectic atmosphere that makes it a nice spot for a night out. I went during restaurant week, and the menu had a good selection. The setting is cozy and interesting.

The food was solid, with the Roasted Delicata Squash standing out as a tasty option. The flavors were balanced well, though nothing too extraordinary. Overall, I'd say it’s worth a visit if you’re in the area, especially if you’re looking for something a bit different.“

“I lived in Saratoga in 1983. The Tin & Lint was one of our favorite watering holes! If memory serves me correctly, Tuesday nights were nickel beer night! We called it, Sticky Floor Night! We'd get all fugged up and then go chase the Skiddy Kitties!! Good times, great memories!“

“Visiting Saratoga has always been a bucket list item for us. We were traveling from California. I would highly recommend reserving a table in the Clubhouse . The track is amazing and historic. The food and beverage are very good. You have the ability to wander all over the track and return to your table. There are also a Woodford Reserve Bar in the Clubhouse where you can get your favorite Bourbon Drink or your waitress will bring it to your table. We started with a bottle of Chandon Champagne and then moved to Woodford Old Fashions. The Burrata on toast with tomato jam was a perfect compliment to the champagne. They had several lobster dishes on the menu and Lynn asked if they did a lobster roll. Our waitress said it wasn't on the menu but they could make it for her. They did and it was amazing. Everyone at the track was so friendly and helpful you felt like family. Make plans to go to Saratoga next summer. Go to morning workout, take the backstretch tour, and the historic tour of the track, you will be so glad you made the trip. "You can thank me now, or you can thank me later."“

“gr8 people! It's where everybody knows your name and its super close to spac! CHEERS“

“What a hidden gem! This truly is a classy, not stuffy place. It is one of our favorite bars. The drinks are always outstanding and the service could not be better. The atmosphere is beautiful, the crowd is friendly. Can't say enough about 9 Maple!“

“employees and some whom go to this establishment have posted all over social media that they cant believe the attempted assassination shooter missed on Former President Trump....if this is the kind of people you want to be around then go here if not i suggest you steer clear!!!“

“great music! great town. bring lots of major cash and win big!“

“Everything! Staff is great, beer is cold, food is good!“

“Waiter was excellent! Food & beverages were great. A place to certainly visit again.“

“Beloved and iconic dive bar in the heart of Saratoga. Plenty of booze and character to fill your evening. Attracts a young and vibrant crowd.
Start talking up the bartenders for more colorful antidotes about the local area.

Kid-friendliness: don't bring your kids here, seriously. it's a bar.“

“Ya should let me dj along side wit bully next time“

“We recently enjoyed a company holiday event in the VIP room at The Bunker. The food and drinks were fantastic (the potstickers in particular), and the space was perfect for our group. Emily and her team were very accommodating to us on short notice. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Delicious and HOT food!! The greens and beans and lasagna as delicious! We will be back!!!“

“I've been going there for years. Great food, atmosphere and bartenders. Wings are THE best in Saratoga!“

“My husband and I have been going to Pennel's ever since we were dating in 1963. This is our every family occasion celebration restaurant. Birthdays, anniversaries, even before holiday gatherings are held at Pennell's. It has been a part of our family tradition for over 60 years, and I just know our children will continue it for years to come. Great meals and memories! Thank you Pennell's.“

“We go to the wonderful town of Saratoga and we will always stop at our favorite Mexican Restaurant. You can not go wrong with any of the selections in their menu. Awesome drinks and friendly staff. Thanks again for a wonderful time and will see you on our next visit.“

“No food. Snowstorm and left my mate outside. Not worth it considering you got lads stumbling out the bar but wont let someone smoking one cig out the bar, while sober.. it’s been a great bar and no reasons to hate until the bouncers couldn’t “let her in cause of one previous bouncer”. get the head bouncer tryna be careful and didn’t get a chance to chat to the lad but hope he’s well and that next one he thinks a bit more on it. Nothing personal love this place great time and great fair prices.“

“Great food and service“

“Originally went here for the WiFi and convenient location, but the food was amazing. The burger was delicious and fries were perfect. The service is quick and the lady was very kind!! The bathrooms were extremely clean and well decorated. I highly recommend Tinney’s Tavern for anyone wanting a great lunch or dinner.“

“First time at the Merc. Hostess was very nice. Patrick's professionalism was fantastic and not seen enough these days. Brady was our server and his spirit and recommendations were spot on. The food was great and the Sangria was perfect for a Sunday afternoon brunch.... Thank you all...delish!“

“We had a retirement party for my husband in the banquet room downstairs. Highly recommend. Very bright, nicely decorated, private, and kid friendly. Joan their event coordinator was absolutely amazing from beginning planning to end. Great to work with. She made the evening so stress free. We hope to have more events in the banquet room.“

“Never had a bad meal here! The chicken stack is out of this world! Highly recommend if you’re in the area!“

“Awesome, best place to be in Saratoga“

“A regular stop, the trout is one of my favorites. Amazing wedding venue as well. 11/10“

“Visited Dunning Street Station on Friday night. Our 1st visit. Much larger than it appears from outside. Sat at the bar and had drinks. Ordered their Italian Wedding soup. A little spicy but very good. Also ordered to go. Met great people. A great place to socialize. Will definitely become one of our go-to places! Great job!“

“Great atmosphere and great beer“

“Great food, funny Irish music, old-fashioned Irish bar and restaurant, and nice owner.“

“Great professional service by Delia. she was very polite and knowledgeable about the menu. good food quality and large portions. I'll be back.“

“Best pasta osoboco I’ve ever had.“

“Did the $35 Thursday and sat in the bar. Half price drinks and app specials. For $35 had a choice of 2 salad, 3 entrees and 2 desserts. Everything was fabulous. Seabass over risotto was stunning and the pork chop was stunning. We'll be back!“

“We went to check out DERRICK FORGET. He's a local solo artist who plays classic guitar. Love his music, and his innovative spin on classic songs. Please follow him on Instagram THEARTISTALGERNON bc he is an awesome artist doing leather goods, pet portraits, chalk signs and more! Definitely worth checking out, and find his next gig, you won't be disappointed. He also does private events too!“

“Bartenders were great at Happy Hour & attended to everyone w/humor & drinks were wonderful! My sister & my appetizer and dinner couldn't have been more perfect! It was a super busy nite(parents weekend) and the staff & servers were amazing!! Highly recommend this restaurant to everyone!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“was suprised to find pretty good food. drinks were ok. fun night out. staff was attentive.“