50 Best American Restaurants near Cohoes

“Great environment. wonderful vibe. Excellent food. The homemade buffalo sauce is top notch. The twins are welcoming and wonderful. Highly recommend“

“Great service by Jack! Great burgers and cheesesteak sandwiches! Definitely recommend!“

“Every time I come upstate, this is my go-to spot—no question, no hesitation. I usually order out, but today I decided to dine in, and I am beyond glad I did. The moment I walked in, I felt the energy shift—warm, welcoming, vibrant. It’s that rare gem that feels like a secret haven just off the highway, tucked away in plain sight, where the vibe is just as satisfying as the food. Melissa and Kayla—what can I even say? They’re not just staff—they’re soul-infused service professionals. Their care, attention, and presence are next level. There’s no “in between” here. It’s either above and beyond or nothing at all, and this place chooses excellence every single time. And the food? Let’s be real—nothing in in the area even comes close. It’s fresh, flavorful, beautifully presented, and made with heart. Every bite reminds you that some places still care about quality and connection. The space is spotless, the vibe is intimate and cozy, and the energy? Pure joy. If you’re passing through or live nearby—don’t sleep on this place. It’s more than a meal—it’s an experience.“

“We (six of us) loved our dinners at Smiths earlier this month and our waiter, Jeff, did a superb job for a busy night after a Cohoes Music Hall show. Appetizers were also excellent and we enjoyed them at that fantastic bar!!“

“This place is great. Excellent food and great service. Not over priced but not cheap. They really did a great job with eat in the street. Too bad Cohoes limited that so much because it was a great thing for Cohoes restaurants. Definitely my go to on Remsen St.“

“My husband is a breakfast connoisseur and said this is the best breakfast he has had ANYWHERE! The Rocky Mountain Benedict’s was delicious and the Cherry Amaretto pancakes were to die for!! The home is gorgeous and SAM was the best server, hostess all around amazing l person ever! This is a must go and eat when in Albany! 5+++++ stars!“

“Had a great time, went out with my roommate to grab a bite, and Fatima was our waitress, and she was genuinely such a kind soul and made us laugh till our stomach’s hurt, never once was our drinks empty, and maintained a calm consistent pace of the table. 10/10 will be asking for her again.“

“After a long day working on a work trip randomly stopped here and was NOT disappointed. Quick, friendly service and huge portions and amazing flavor. The portabello mushroom panini was amazing and the cheese cake and peanut butter chocolate cake were the best i have ever had.“

“Probably the best chicken over rice I’ve had... I’m even putting this above halal guys in NYC. Not to mention great customer service, was given fried chicken while waiting for our food to come out 🙌🏻 seriously delicious. Great food and people! Will be coming back.“

“first time here and I got to say the food. waitresses were amazing. I've never tasted such delicious food like this. Definitely coming back. I rate this place 100%“

“Great food and service plus very friendly people there!“

“Great place to grab breakfast in Troy! Today was exceptionally good because they played the entire Shrek soundtrack.“

“So, this PR girl asked where I could get a good Reuben. 5 people recommended Illusive. You'd never know it was there unless you looked for it. Boy, was I not disappointed. The best Reuben I've ever had. Bought 3 to share with building managers. I'm sure they will also start going too.“

“I just ordered take out from there and everything was phenomenal. My family was pleasantly pleased as well.“

“Greg and his entire staff did an amazing job on my husband's party! Everything was great! The food was phenomenal and the service couldn't have been better! Please contact Greg for parties or catering! You will not be disappointed!“

“Love 7 Bistro! I've had numerous dining experiences there and catered from there. They come through!“

“Came in tonight for the first time I had the hot turkey. My boyfriend had the meatloaf dinner The food was absolutely amazing. The service was just as good Julie was awesome. We can’t wait to come back.“

“Instead of recommending the restaurant or not I wish I could rate it with stars. I would give a 3.75 the food was the good. The service was good. The atmosphere was good. Nothing was stand out amazing. For the price I would think the entrees would come with a salad or bread for the table but they do not. Drinks of course were expensive as anywhere but I got the smallest pour of wine I’ve probably ever received. We went for a special occasion and I wish we would have went somewhere else. Maybe I’ll try again with friends again for lunch and hope for a better experience.“

“The best cocktails in Albany! (Get the Capital City Renewal!) I had the best birthday dinner there tonight. Thanks to the team for making it special. The appetizers were incredible!“

“Food and service were absolutely outstanding!! definitely recommend the Eggplant burrata sandwich.. it is out of this world amazing!! I can't wait to come back and try something different“

“We used Ted’s for our work picnic and what a hit it was. Jon arrived on time, set up quickly and everyone enjoyed the custom menu he set up for us! Top tier communication as well as service and of course food. We can’t wait to have Ted’s back next year!!“

“best wings, and other meals, great employees“

“So glad I made the stop in here!! The Chai latte was made from Steeped Chai tea bags vs and the pre-mix which has a lot of sugar and the breakfast crepe was so delicious and big portion, really fresh ingredients. Don’t pass by here without stopping in. Thank you Olivia!!“

“The hot dogs are the best“

“The best prime rib (and French onion soup) I've ever had and I've traveled all over the world. Also the stuffed shrimp tastes amazing. Service is impeccable. Great value. Warm and cozy vibe. I look forward to going a few times a month.“

“Absolutely wonderful experience! The food was outstanding — especially the scallion pancakes, which were a highlight — and the service was exceptional. A special shout-out to Princess (I believe she’s the owner), who, along with the entire staff, was incredibly kind and welcoming. I also really appreciated the wide range of options available for different dietary needs and preferences. We got there near the end of the serving hours, and they still had food available which was awesome. As an added bonus, we even received a free gift (an AHA cleanser), which was such a sweet touch! We didn't walk the grounds due to the rain, but the view from the restaurant was nice.

I'll definitely be back, and I'm really happy the we have such great Korean food in Troy (they also serve American standard brunch food).“

“***2024 Update***Under new ownership Crossroads has completely turned around food quality is very good and the service has been great. Highly recommend checking them out!“

“When we visit Clifton Park NY we always make it a point to come to Otis and Oliver’s! It is always a delicious meal! The staff is always nice!“

“We LOVED our whole experience! We decided to give them a try for New Year’s Eve 2024 and we were not disappointed 😁Danielle was our waitress, but the whole wait staff were phenomenal! The food and drinks were DELICIOUS! I’m all ready to go back again and I would recommend the Scarlet Knife to everyone ❤️I can’t wait to try the Sunday Brunch and Dessert Room!“

“My family and I had the most amazing dining experience here at Normanside. The staff is extremely friendly, the food was exceptional, and the atmosphere is perfect. Great job team Normanside. Highly recommend anyone to come in and experience it for yourself!!!“

“Some of my co-workers brought me out to The Copper Crow for my birthday! It was a wonderful experience. • Nice host, prompt seating. • Attentive and knowledgeable server. • Extensive draft, cocktail & mocktail list. • Great food, good portions, cooked well. • Excellent desserts. I look forward to going back.“

“I tried their seitan wings. Super yummy!“

“My sisters and I went there to try it out and we had an amazing experience! The staff was so friendly. Our food was delicious! We will definitely be going back!!! The owner even came over and said hello!“

“Great local restaurant. Food and service always excellent! One of our favorite local restaurants. Good luck and continued success!!“

“We performed there last night and had a wonderful experience! The staff is cool and the food is great! Special shout out to the sound tech, Kate, who was exceptional!“

“this is one of the favorite places of my daughter and mine very good attention and very good food absolute recommendation“

“Always enjoy Martel’s! Miss them at the Teletheater!“

“First time eating here, ordered breakfast to go and the food was so good! Cheap fast and delicious I’m happy I found out about here!“

“Best hot dogs I’ve had in my life. Seriously. Kevin cares about what he does and it shows!“

“The food was delicious and the atmosphere was so welcoming! I will absolutely be returning.“

“Thanks for the pickle pizza!! You made this pregnant lady very happy 🥰🥒🍕“

“We had dinner tonight dinner was delicious and tour server Gilberto was outstanding we did not need to ask him for anything he was one of the best servers we have seen in a long time the food was cooked to perfection“

“The naga chicken sandwich was AMAZING and my partner really enjoyed her crispy chicken sandwich. Love having a halal spot nearby. The prices are super reasonable- think McDonald’s prices for HIGH quality food. Staff is so friendly and quick, and it’s a cute little spot. We live nearby and will be back!

Dietary restrictions: Really great pork-free and vegetarian options!“

“We made reservations for this restaurant after church on a Sunday and we were celebrating brunch. It was very noisy when we first got there, but everyone seemed happy and it wasn't overwhelming. We noticed immediately that the former brunch menu was no longer and they had a smaller menu. However, it was adequate and tasty. Service was excellent. I would recommend the food and the restaurant.“

“we go to naughter’s probably about once a month at this point! the food is always great (the sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich is phenomenal, as are the home fries), and the service is always fast and friendly. sitting at the counter you can see how the staff works together seamlessly as a team to make every trip a great experience. we are already planning on making trips to troy just for naughter’s when we move soon a bit further north!“

“Food is amazing! Also the employees are very nice! Thanks for all you do!!“

“Great food and service. They had no problem changing a menu item to leave out the garlic. [allergy]“

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

“Lovr Dobys! Our family has enjoyed their subs for many years. My husband and I have also liked their southern friend chicken wings. Great service and will order out to my car. We always do take-out so can't speak to the inside dining experience. I do not understand the negative reviews!“

“A friendly and intimate tavern with great staff, except when a guy named Mark Maurer comes in a threatens the entire bar with a gun.“