Bars near Colonie

“The bartender was amazing! And offered “snacks” was a great first time experience for my Puerto Rican friend who doesn’t get out much !“

“Ordered from Uber eats. Actually read what they are trying to do and I loved it. Cheap meals that are extremely tasty. I just got the chicken curry and it's seasoned very well. The spice was great for me but for some it could easily be to much. If you ever have to turn it down for a broader reach please keep an option for the original.“

“A very heartfelt evening with family and friends to celebrate my retirement with a catered dinner and drinks at IL Faro. My deepest thanks to Jessica Lamoreaux, Chef Christian Lofaro, and our server, Valerie, for an outstanding culinary experience.“

“Fun night out….great staff and cool place with a good amount of different activities.“

“Great pub food in a fun atmosphere!“

“Lauren and Colin are beautiful people and run a truly special establishment. An amazingly curated tap list and bottle selection, as well as super tasty small bites make for a wonderful experience with each visit.“

“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 hosted our wedding at Albany Distilling and I can not speak highly enough of our experience. Natalie was amazing to work with and the staff were wonderful day of. All of our guests could not stop talking about the drinks, staff, and atmosphere. I would highly recommend for any event!“

“We had such a great time here The food was great and Francesca was just lovely and she really wanted you to have a great experience from beginning to end! Big shrimp cocktail, buffalo quesadillas, bacon burger w/fries, turkey & bacon salad,....ALL great! Will be back soon!! Thank you, Francesca!!“

“The wings are amazing. They have them down to a science.“

“Place was dead when it first opened at 12 on a Saturday, but I can imagine that it gets quite lively later in the day/night. There was a good variety of beers. Personally, I'm a sour girlie and appreciate any Gose or Sour beer that I can find so I was pleasantly surprised that there were actually 2 on the menu for me to try. Friendly staff, too, and some entertainment on the TV. You can bring your own food. Parking was a bit of a hassle, but maybe there's some spot nearby we didn't know of that would have been better than street parking“

“Easily one of my favorite bars in Albany.

Trivia every Wednesday and karaoke on Friday are always a blast. All of the bartenders are friendly, helpful, and know their stuff. Great selection of all types of beer, with some canned cocktails, shots, and THC seltzers.

Very friendly atmosphere for hanging with friends, queer and POC friendly business. Music on karaoke nights gets pretty loud though.

Beer can run a bit pricey but they have delicious cheap options too.

They're dog friendly too so you can pet some cute dogs while you're drinking. And the patio is a big plus. Tables and chairs on the sidewalk are great for summer nights.“

“The new best place in town!“

“Searching for places to eat in the local area and this place popped up. I don’t normally leave reviews but I feel compelled as the food was absolutely exquisite. This place has good vegan options as well. The Dirty Little Birdy signature cocktail may be the best drink I’ve ever had! Just annoyed I had to share it. Coming back on Friday!“

“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!“

“I’ve found my “Cheers!”
Yes I’m showing my age with that reference - 80’s babyyyy - but this dive bar is IT!
This place has some of the best cocktails I’ve had, easily rivaling overpriced drinks in Manhattan - shout out to Tom!
If you have no idea what you want to drink, no worries, talk to the bartenders, they’ll help you, might even whip up something creative on the spot.
Monday nights belong to Brian the bacon guru, baby I eat pork again when I roll up here on a Monday (I pay for it later too, well worth it, lol).

The patrons are some of the most diverse and amazingly chill group of folks I’ve encountered since moving from the multicultural NYC life - Bx to be exact - to the parts up yonder.

The owner, Joe, is one of the kindest humans, and honey like attracts like, because his team definitely match his energy, they are hands down, some of my favorite people up here! Special shout out to Victoria & Corrine ❤️!

When you go, chill hard, enjoy big, and tip OD!“

“Northern Barrell has good food, good drinks, and a great atmosphere. Whether you’re going out for a fun night at the bar, a family dinner, or a business meeting; Northern Barrell is the spot to go!“

“Great place! Awesome drinks! Great food!!“

“Great social atmosphere.Fun games to play.They really need more than 1 bartender downstairs. Not a huge selection at that bar and the cocktails were small & expensive. Get a beer instead.In the winter, when we went in March, the downstairs was freezing. Wear your wool socks and sweater & you'll be good.All-in-all it was a good experience. Shuffleboard was a blast. Giant games too.City parking. Not wheelchair accessible. Narrow, dark stairs to get downstairs, opens up to a big game area.“

“great service, good food, friendly clientele“

“Just had date night and have absolutely nothing bad to say! Brian served us and he was knowledgeable and knew the menu well. The food was cooked professionally, there was no feeling of “another chain restaurant “ it was delicious! Cocktails were nice, presentation was good. It was everything we needed tonight!“

“The Mrs & I were first timers tonight, Army/Navy game on TV, a bit loud but understandable, great appetizers, burgers & pierogis, great drinks & attentive server. We’ll definitely be back, great experience tonight. Thank you.“

“The Detroit Pizza is 🔥🔥🔥. A bunch of old punks hanging out. what more could ya ask gore. 👍👍“

“A great to meet and visit. The drinks are fantastic and expertly prepared. The staff are friendly and attentive. Small plates menu is a home run!“

“Wings wings wings utica club“

“Well if you know, you know.“

“Better than ever, great menu, excellent staff“

“Believe the hype! Casey Finn’s delivers for service, the finest Miller High Life and Jameson whiskey, and I heard that the Ruebens on St Patrick’s Day are the jam.Was sincerely hoping for the rumored bartender vs customer fight (see review from a few years ago), but despite a brief genuine moment of concern (“are you ladies lost?”), we made friends and will be back.“

“uwielbiam to miejsce i gorąco polecam ,przemiła obsługa i fantastyczne jedzenie“

“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.“

“We had a chance to play there a month or so ago and we had an absolute blast. The staff was super friendly and the crowd was awesome too! We can't wait to rock out there again.“

“Great atmosphere great girls with great outfits! Accommodating owners“

“Good crowd, interesting rotation of local art and NYS beverages (the “crafts”), fun events and friendly vibes.“

“Great celebration! Awesome band of 3 great local legends!“

“What a great find! The food was excellent (highly recommend the Haddock Reuben), as was the service (our server was Liberty). Great draft selection, including one of the best sours I've had in a while. The owner (Amy) stopped by and made us feel very welcome. Can't wait to go back.“

“Out of town working, read the reviews, previous review guy walks out because Fox News was on. I was all in. I wish there was more of him around. makes my visit that much more enjoyable . if you are looking for food this is the wrong place. If you’re looking to drink and hang out and have a good time, this is it. Darts pool, Jamison and Guinness and other beers but no Bud Light. Locals are extremely friendly ,met several new friends on the first visit“

“Love the Irish pub atmosphere. Would highly recommend Ryan's Wake for a private party. We had 50 people who were very comfortable in the space. Private room has its own bar which was great. All the staff we worked with were friendly and accommodating. We had appetizers, since party was 6-9pm. Great working with Jared, as he helped me with party planning suggestions. We brought balloons and some decorations. I was extremely happy with Ryan's Wake private room. Plenty of room to mingle! Great job Ryan's Wake!!“

“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.“

“Oh my goodness!!! I had the BEST Mexican pizza Friday night. The barbacoa was so tender and all the other ingredients were as fresh as if they had just come off the plant. I’m already planning to go back soon to have it again. Would recommend this place 100%!!!“

“Dj Gordo tonight get ready cause we on 🔥🔥🔥“

“Had a BLAST here this past wknd! I sang karaoke both Friday and Saturday night..I rocked and entertained the fun supportive crowd! Everyone that sang CAN sing!“

“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!“

“I love Karaoke night always love to hear my wife sing and love the DJ. haven't been there since the new DJ came in this past week but great bar and atmosphere. I'll check out the new DJ next week but really liked the old one.“

“Albany landmark one of the last black owned bars in Albany. Nice spot when you don't want to be around drama...most youngins don't want to go there because it's fairly low key which is why I rather go there. when I want to grab a drink in peace..go there grab a drink and show Phil love for keeping this establishment open!“

“The staff at the Berlin helped me celebrate my birthday in style! They made delicious drinks and food and were just a ton of fun. I would recommend 100 times over!“

“nice local Tavern. always friendly..“

“Daniel is a savage w the chefs hat on.“