“Came from NYC to spend the weekend and felt like we stumbled upon a hidden gem at this bar. They have a nicely sized cocktail menu with friendly staff and great drinks. The vibe was on point with a really solid DJ. My wife and I were thrilled that we stopped in at The Misfit, hung out for a few hours, and will absolutely be making this a stop on our return trips to Saratoga. We love a good cocktail bar and this is 100% it!“
“What a great space! Visiting Saratoga Springs for the first time, and we were looking for a diverse fun bar for a few drinks after dinner. Lucy's was actually booked for their first drag bingo, but thought they might be able to fit us in, so the very friendly owners took our number. In less than ten minutes we got their call, and headed over for a grand time! The show was a blast, my hubster won the first game, and we just felt happily at home which is kinda all that you can ask for. I love a good bar, and having three owners who are as welcoming and genuinely friendly as Lucy's is what makes one - kudos to all, and thank you for a wonderful night. HIGHLY recommended!“
“Solid brewery with some interesting pours. Tried the what's up doc sour and the hazy ipa and both were great. The broccoli cheddar soup and kimchi brussels sprouts were hearty and full of flavor. Will definitely be coming back next time we are in Saratoga “
“Dive bar with craft beer, doesn't get much simpler.The outside is a bit deceiving since they have tables tucked on the other side of the room for additional seating.No food at all but packaged goods to go. About 12 craft beers on tap, chill vibe overall.“
“Couldn't have been more perfect. We were a large crowd, after track season with a bunch of kids. We enjoyed brunch, drinks, and London NFL games indoors and outdoors with plenty of room for the kids to run and play under the tent outside. Friendly and accommodating staff made this a terrific Sunday spot for a few parents and their kids....?“
“Came here for a work gathering. We had a whole side/section to ourselves, with a shuffleboard table! The food they provided was great, sliders/tacos/pizza. Perfect hand held bites for milling around and networking. They have an extensive list of beers on tap and everyone found something that made them happy. The servers were attentive! Great laid back space.“
“An absolute gem of a place! I got the Shrimps & Scallops Marinara and it was easily one of the best I've ever had. A touch spicy but not overpowering. The linguine soaked up the sauce perfectly. I ate all the scallops and knew I had to take the rest home because it was a huge portion. Lightly heated the next day with the shrimp and it was still perfection! Only thing is, my salad was drenched in the dressing. IMO next time def dressing on the side. The blue cheese in the house dressing was delicious. We drove almost an hour and would def do it again! Btw the fresh bread with herbs butter was fresh and delicious!“
“Fun time and enjoy seeing Emily making her famous Bloody Emily INDEED! unfortunately they forgot today was April Fool's Day and decided to do a Hawaiian luau. Emily is very proud of her Bloody Emily skills showcasing it in dah picture ? perfect pint of Guiness from Emily indicated in photo with extreme clover technique as you will notice with her artistic behavior!“
“Been here a few times now so I feel like I have a good feel for the place. It's definitely a locals kinda place but not the kind of place you feel unwelcome if you are not a local or are new to the area like myself. They have different activities all week long, like Karoke, Trivia, BINGO, etc. There's ample parking. They have an outdoor patio when the weather is nice. I would consider this a "dive" but only because most other places in the area are so bougie and Kings is no frills, slightly shabby but also is cool. The best kinda place in my opinion. The staff I've encountered are friendly and hardworking. We were there on St Patrick's Day and it was packed! They still served everyone with a smile and were hustling to keep people from waiting too long for drinks. Not to mention they were clearly well staffed. I think the prices are reasonable and they have the mug club which is cool. Haven't really gotten to eat their food there yet so I'll update when we do.“
“Great neighborhood bar with a friendly and extremely competent bartendress. Drinks are inexpensive and well poured. Owners are welcoming and responsive.Check out the local music and open mic on Wednesday evenings for a really good time.Glad we found this out of the way watering hole:)“
“I would like to say that my ratings are genuine from the heart. Not only is the owner of this establishment a great man and a stand-up individual, but he is very! Polite and respectful. My condolences go out to any customers of any ethnicity if they have ever felt discomforts. One thing I can assure is!! The owners, or employees, etc, are absolutely not racist in any way, shape, or form. I am a man of color, and I have not only visited this club for years, but I have also witnessed how they treat people. If you want to hear good music and enjoy a wonderful atmosphere!! Make sure you stop in ?“
“Are you looking to get off Broadway and hang with the locals? The Local - Pub & Teahouse is one of those places that doesn't cut corners. The vibe is fun, warm, and cozy. They have a full bar with anything you like. We had two cocktails to see how good their mixology skills are, a vodka martini and a burbon Manhattan, and both were perfect! Their menu is elevated pub food with daily specials and some unique dishes such as the Irish Cuban sandwich. The food was fresh, homemade, and delicious! If I had to guess, they have a real chef on staff. Round all of this out with their impeccable service, and I have no choice but to give it five stars.Pro Tip: If your gluten free this place is a must visit.“
“I wish I ate more we only had wings but they were delicious! It was New Year's Eve and we were there for Irish music and beer. Considering it was so busy I am happy to report the extreme kindness of the wait staff. We walked in and the hostess was so inviting and kind on a very hectic night for her I'm sure. I would love to return on a normal night and have a meal. I'm from out of the area. Thank you for your kindness Happy New Year!“
“Great place and Margaret is the nicest bar tender ?. One of the only places that has QuickDraw around. Lots of dart ? boards, pool table and it looks small until you get inside.... It's pretty big. ☘️☘️ We'll be back again.“
“Great dive bar, highly recommend! We appreciated the attentive service and good drinks from the bartender on a Sat night. Lots of activities and serves a diverse crowd, which is nice and groups flowed in and out so there was plenty of seating and space around. Plus a friendly great Dane roaming around. Enjoy!“
“Brownie served on a skillet?? Word. Apparently they just got it (new on the menu). Surprisingly good when paired with chips and salsa, which are on the house. Plus, the server happily swapped the vanilla ice cream, which it normally comes with, for the fried ice cream.“
“My wife and I were in town for one night but two breakfasts’, both of which we had the pleasure of dining at the Merc. Absolutely chill vibes, late 90s knocks on the radio, BASKET OF BISCUITS…sorry I legit get carried away when describing my experience at the merc, waitress thanked us for our patience as your validly popular restaurant filled up. No! THANK YOU! For your wonderfully fresh ingredients , friendly service and overall great experience.Vegetarian options: I’m not a vegetarian but the menu had a lot of viable or as is options!“
“I have to say, this is an amazing place. As a fine dining Executive Chef, I'm so picky whenever I eat at any restaurant. Unfortunately we live in an age that many people don't care what quality they offer within their restaurant. Not this place! Everything was top notch, the service was great from the second we walked in, to when we were leaving. Our wonderful very attentive waitress Nollah really did well with being attentive, because she was very busy. She took time to introduce herself and to speak with us and to follow up to make sure we were doing well and enjoying ourselves. She's a waitress that every restaurant hopes for.We started out with the meatball appetizer, and that was a hit. Made of pork, veal and beef and it was cooked to perfection. You are able to taste that those meatballs were made from scratch and have never seen a freezer! We had the eggplant and spicy sausage rigatoni and it was great. Whomever is the chef should get a raise for truly showing he cares with how every dish came out of that kitchen!The hostess was also very attentive, this indeed was a great experience from beginning to end. Hats off to the owners, to management, to the staff for showing they care for this business of culinary with not only the amazing service, or amazing ambiance, but for the food being made with such love and an eye for perfection.So if you are in Saratoga, and want an amazing experience, in the mood for great Italian food, this place is a must try. You will not regret it!“
“The Bourbon Room is a gem on Caroline Street with excellent craft cocktails and of course a wide selection of bourbon and whiskey at all price points. I visit with friends at least once a week, sometimes more often, and the atmosphere is always welcoming and relaxed without ever losing class. I believe it is due to the bartenders (namely Zach) who are knowledgeable and passionate about their craft, as well as respectful, friendly, and accommodating, that this place can be the great spot that it is today. Stop in, enjoy some bourbon, and tip your bartenders well!“
“When I visit Saratoga Tin 'n' Lint is one of my first stops. I used to live there and started going in in the very early 70's. We were made up of long hair and chased Skidmore girls on a regular basis. What a great place. Have many fond memories. Will be there in a couple of weeks and will definitely spend a couple of days there.“
“The selections at this bar are excellent! You could spend all day deciding on a martini to try with the vast selections offered. So far every martini I've tried has been great. I come here occasionally with friends and we always have a good time. The atmosphere is very laid back.“
“This has been my favorite bar for 10 years. They are consistently wonderful. From the owners to the bartenders, especially Mel. They are an integral part of the community. You aren’t fully experiencing Saratoga Springs without a visit to this establishment. They’re open 7 days a week, earlier than everyone else, and the food is delicious. Very reasonably priced. This is not a paid partnership, I just really love Trotters.“
“Well, reading all the reviews, I realized how difficult it is to own a restaurant this days! You dealing to please all customers best you can, but customers get confused from the owner’s concept/idea, his way to impress you.As a Greek, coming also from the food/restaurant business and leaving local, makes me a hard pallete to please!!! Let’s give it a try I said and made a reservation for 6.My first impression when I walk in,… what a cozy “winter” place to be! Congrats to the Architect. We seat at the bar and I felt it was a BAR, bartender with a smile and great drinks!The hostess walk us to the table, ( reading other reviews complaining that the tables are too close), I have to say, Great atmosphere! We order 3 pizzas to start - excellent - 2 green salads 2 Mixed seafood ( we order bread so we can deep to the tasty sauce ) and 1 chicken, everything was delicious! Our server was great! Now about portions! The place is “made” to serve mezze style plates that you can enjoy with your wine or a drink. Now time to mention, how about price?, when in this town you pay $29 for a simple 6oz burger w/ freihofer’s bun, what you except to pay for a place with a chef? and in fact a great one, at least, in my book!Thank you to the stuff for your great service, WE BE BACK!“
“Very cute little champagne bar. Made reservations prior. My table was ready right on time and staff was super friendly. I loved that there was a good selection of drinks and cocktails. The charcuterie was also good! Would definitely recommend enjoying before dinner or for a happy hour! Be sure to make reservations as it is pretty small inside.“