For a supposed high-end restaurant, this was very mediocre. It was brunch but the still, the food was tasteless. The atmosphere is more like a food court.
Dara
Came for a family brunch. Loved the open space and ambience. We were there near opening time so the noise level was perfect and we loved the music played. Our server was helpful and very understanding and accommodating about our food allergies. The food was fantastic. We'll be back!
Ruth
We've been to Scarlett knife several times and always enjoyed our time there. However, our recent experience was disappointing. The restaurant had two big events underway so the noise level was loud and the service, mediocre at best. The food was good but our overall experience was poor. We'll try again, since it's a lovely restaurant.
julia
We had brunch here today and it was spectacular. The service was the best I've had in a capital region restaurant and the food was very good. High-quality ingredients well prepared and beautifully presented. The prices seemed very reasonable for the service/setting/food. We particularly appreciated having several vegetarian items available and feeling very unrushed to sit and chat over brunch. Definitely among the best restaurants in the Capital region. We particularly appreciated having several vegetarian items available and feeling very unrushed to sit and chat over brunch. I also noted the gender neutral bathrooms, which are always very appreciated! We will be back. 
Krissy Hines
My husband and I had such a great dining experience last night. The appetizers were amazing. The halibut was delicious and my husband loved the tuna special. We thoroughly enjoyed the staff and wish I had been able to try the pear flambé but I was just too full. Looks like we need to come back next Saturday!
Donna
Party of 8, restaurant was not busy. Not enough staff. Service was very slow, food mediocre.
Gregory
Very attentive service was a good match for the new fall menu. The chef's table (or bar) was a great choice as we got great opportunity to speak with Chef Paul. Danielle our server was awesome!
Jennifer
What a great experience! Service was attentive and knowledgeable... and the menu options were very much to our liking. We never felt rushed which allowed us to enjoy appetizers (one modified for gluten free) and cocktails. Our ribeyes were prepared as ordered and the short rib was great. I liked the wine selection very much and thought the pairings were spot on. Then we went to the special "dessert room" to enjoy 3 different desserts (the chai latte crème brûlée was gluten free and so good) with our after-dinner drinks. Yes, this was as pricy as any other reputable steak house around Albany but this experience was special. Our new spot for a great drink/apps at the impressive bar or for a special celebration!
David Willey
Went for Sunday Brunch. Sat outside on the patio. Service was a little lackluster but the food was excellent. Inside is large and could see it getting very loud with a full crowd. Drinks to food was all well done and well presented. I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Joanne Coons
My husband and I recently had the pleasure of dining at the Scarlet Knife and were thoroughly impressed by the experience. The restaurant offered a thoughtfully prepared vegetarian menu, and Head Chef Paul personally accommodated our request for low-salt dishes. The service was attentive, knowledgeable, and efficient, while the cuisine itself was both creative and delicious.
The atmosphere was elegant and inviting, enhanced by the remarkable transformation of a former KMart building into a refined and welcoming dining space. I was especially impressed to learn that only local contractors were engaged for the renovation and that the kitchen is equipped entirely with appliances made in the USA. This attention to detail and commitment to quality was evident throughout the entire experience.
Overall, Scarlet Knife demonstrates exceptional care not only in its culinary offerings but also in the values reflected in its design and operations.
Highly recommended. We got lucky and went in there on a slow night and got the best service we've ever had in any restaurants. The food there is amazing too (especially the sea bass and deserts).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Annette Parisi
Lovely restaurant, great service, and I thought the price point was fair for the quality of the food. I was sceptical about the location but the patio was delightful.
For a supposed high-end restaurant, this was very mediocre. It was brunch but the still, the food was tasteless. The atmosphere is more like a food court.
Came for a family brunch. Loved the open space and ambience. We were there near opening time so the noise level was perfect and we loved the music played. Our server was helpful and very understanding and accommodating about our food allergies. The food was fantastic. We'll be back!
We've been to Scarlett knife several times and always enjoyed our time there. However, our recent experience was disappointing. The restaurant had two big events underway so the noise level was loud and the service, mediocre at best. The food was good but our overall experience was poor. We'll try again, since it's a lovely restaurant.
We had brunch here today and it was spectacular. The service was the best I've had in a capital region restaurant and the food was very good. High-quality ingredients well prepared and beautifully presented. The prices seemed very reasonable for the service/setting/food. We particularly appreciated having several vegetarian items available and feeling very unrushed to sit and chat over brunch. Definitely among the best restaurants in the Capital region. We particularly appreciated having several vegetarian items available and feeling very unrushed to sit and chat over brunch. I also noted the gender neutral bathrooms, which are always very appreciated! We will be back. 
My husband and I had such a great dining experience last night. The appetizers were amazing. The halibut was delicious and my husband loved the tuna special. We thoroughly enjoyed the staff and wish I had been able to try the pear flambé but I was just too full. Looks like we need to come back next Saturday!
Party of 8, restaurant was not busy. Not enough staff. Service was very slow, food mediocre.
Very attentive service was a good match for the new fall menu. The chef's table (or bar) was a great choice as we got great opportunity to speak with Chef Paul. Danielle our server was awesome!
What a great experience! Service was attentive and knowledgeable... and the menu options were very much to our liking. We never felt rushed which allowed us to enjoy appetizers (one modified for gluten free) and cocktails. Our ribeyes were prepared as ordered and the short rib was great. I liked the wine selection very much and thought the pairings were spot on. Then we went to the special "dessert room" to enjoy 3 different desserts (the chai latte crème brûlée was gluten free and so good) with our after-dinner drinks. Yes, this was as pricy as any other reputable steak house around Albany but this experience was special. Our new spot for a great drink/apps at the impressive bar or for a special celebration!
Went for Sunday Brunch. Sat outside on the patio. Service was a little lackluster but the food was excellent. Inside is large and could see it getting very loud with a full crowd. Drinks to food was all well done and well presented. I will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
My husband and I recently had the pleasure of dining at the Scarlet Knife and were thoroughly impressed by the experience. The restaurant offered a thoughtfully prepared vegetarian menu, and Head Chef Paul personally accommodated our request for low-salt dishes. The service was attentive, knowledgeable, and efficient, while the cuisine itself was both creative and delicious.
The atmosphere was elegant and inviting, enhanced by the remarkable transformation of a former KMart building into a refined and welcoming dining space. I was especially impressed to learn that only local contractors were engaged for the renovation and that the kitchen is equipped entirely with appliances made in the USA. This attention to detail and commitment to quality was evident throughout the entire experience.
Overall, Scarlet Knife demonstrates exceptional care not only in its culinary offerings but also in the values reflected in its design and operations.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Highly recommended. We got lucky and went in there on a slow night and got the best service we've ever had in any restaurants. The food there is amazing too (especially the sea bass and deserts).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely restaurant, great service, and I thought the price point was fair for the quality of the food. I was sceptical about the location but the patio was delightful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
pretty ambience, food was just alright
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Food was amazing...service was great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best burger I've ever had in my life
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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