Restaurants in Schenectady
Loading...
Best Restaurants
“Everything about our experience at Mila’s was perfection!! From the moment we walked in we felt welcome and appreciated. The food was divine, the service was top notch and they were amazing with our three year old! Can’t say enough good things. Run, don’t walk, to this incredible spot!!”
“Had dinner last night at Johnny's and it was amazing. The food was delicious. Our waitress, Vanessa made our evening magical.”
“Authentic Italian! Reminded me of eating in my Nona’s dining room! The meal was phenomenal starting with the delicious salad dressing, crusty Italian bread & eggplant parmigiana with spaghetti.”
“Love this place!! Been going for over 3 yrs now..never disappoints! Charteuterie boards are awesome... 4 cheese fondue ..so yum... And highly recommend trying the Espresso Martini flight!!!”
“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!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Unbelievable atmosphere. Awesome Bartenders Drinks and the Food is Fantastic. You need to try this place!!!”
“My family had a memorial lunch at The Ritz today to sadly say goodbye to my mom. Everything was perfect! Food, fantastic! Service, fantastic! Thank you to Anthony and his incredible staff. My deepest gratitude”
Restaurants with Delivery
“This was m first time ordering from here and i was unsure if everything was halal or only some items, the chef assured me that are 100% halal and strive to provide great service which was exceptional. The food was so delicious. I am very impressed and I most certainly will be ordering again.”
“This morning myself and my friend came in for breakfast for the first time and had some amazing food . This was my first time in a vegan restaurant and the food was tasty and the coffee was great ! This spot is worth a try and a nice change from a conventional breakfast .”
“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!”
“11-14-2025 My mom had a hair appt close by today so I picked her up to have lunch at The Bellvue Cafe. She had chicken soup and a Rueben with fries. She raved about all of it. Some of the best chicken soup around imo. The fries were nice and crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. I loved seeing her enjoying all of her meal! I had chicken soup and the brisket pot roast. The carrots, onions, celery and taters were all cooked perfectly and not mush. The brisket was so tender I just used my fork. Mom took half her soup and Rueben home as she couldn’t finish it all. She did enjoy the rice pudding with whipped cream for dessert too. What an enjoyable day! 10 outta 10!!!!”
“Stopped tonight and we enjoyed the whole experience right from the start. Our server, Audrey, was very pleasant, and the service was fantastic. We decided to have appetizers instead of a meal. We ordered bang, bang shrimp, Buffalo chicken egg rolls and Philly steak egg rolls. All three were exceptional. I’m having a hard time deciding which I liked the best. My husband thought the Philly steak egg rolls were the best. The Manager ( or owner, not sure which) stopped by our table at the request of our waitress. I thought that was really nice. We highly recommend Maxon’s and are looking forward to going again.”
“We made reservations by leaving a voice message, which we were called right back within an hour to confirm the reservation that we wanted and they were able to accommodate us. When we walked in, we were greeted by a very nice woman who brought us to our very comfortable booth, which we loved. Our server was Montana and I have to say she went above and beyond. Her service was top-notch and she should be recognized for that. She had a very bubbly personality, and she even sang me a birthday song. The food was extraordinary. The servings were absolutely huge. We were able to bring them home and put them in two Pyrex dishes that’s how much food there was. I feel like they gave us half a tray of eggplant. I mean it was a really big serving for everything I feel like that and itself having quality food and such a big quantity is really worth it, some places you pay these prices and you get very small portion where this was a whole next day dinner for our whole family. The only smallest thing we thought the breading for the eggplant and chicken parm was on the salty side but everything that didn’t have the breading was extraordinary. The tomato basil sauce was so good. The cavatelli was really good. Sauce was amazing. The bread was so fresh. I do think this is my favorite Italian restaurant in Rotterdam at this point.”
“Amazing gem in Schenectady! They don’t make places like this anymore and I mean, 103 years in business must mean they are doing something right! Simple no thrill diner food that’s delicious in every aspect and super affordable! It’s the place you go where everyone knows your name and order as you walk in the door. It’s the place you go for a solid meal, at a reasonable price and where your patronage feels valued. Excited for my best meal here in the very near future!”
“Stopped tonight and we enjoyed the whole experience right from the start. Our server, Audrey, was very pleasant, and the service was fantastic. We decided to have appetizers instead of a meal. We ordered bang, bang shrimp, Buffalo chicken egg rolls and Philly steak egg rolls. All three were exceptional. I’m having a hard time deciding which I liked the best. My husband thought the Philly steak egg rolls were the best. The Manager ( or owner, not sure which) stopped by our table at the request of our waitress. I thought that was really nice. We highly recommend Maxon’s and are looking forward to going again.”
“We made reservations by leaving a voice message, which we were called right back within an hour to confirm the reservation that we wanted and they were able to accommodate us. When we walked in, we were greeted by a very nice woman who brought us to our very comfortable booth, which we loved. Our server was Montana and I have to say she went above and beyond. Her service was top-notch and she should be recognized for that. She had a very bubbly personality, and she even sang me a birthday song. The food was extraordinary. The servings were absolutely huge. We were able to bring them home and put them in two Pyrex dishes that’s how much food there was. I feel like they gave us half a tray of eggplant. I mean it was a really big serving for everything I feel like that and itself having quality food and such a big quantity is really worth it, some places you pay these prices and you get very small portion where this was a whole next day dinner for our whole family. The only smallest thing we thought the breading for the eggplant and chicken parm was on the salty side but everything that didn’t have the breading was extraordinary. The tomato basil sauce was so good. The cavatelli was really good. Sauce was amazing. The bread was so fresh. I do think this is my favorite Italian restaurant in Rotterdam at this point.”
“We've eaten in and taken out multiple times and have always had a good experience. The owners are very sweet and the staff are always nice and accommodating. The food is one of the best vietnamese food in the region, everything tastes fresh and authentic. The Pho of course is my favorite, the broth is light, rich and aromatic, my wife loves the com bo nuong, the meat is perfectly seasoned and has the perfect texture. We'll keep visiting whenever we get the desire for some vietnamese”
Online Reservation Available
“Everything about our experience at Mila’s was perfection!! From the moment we walked in we felt welcome and appreciated. The food was divine, the service was top notch and they were amazing with our three year old! Can’t say enough good things. Run, don’t walk, to this incredible spot!!”
“Had dinner tonight with my bride. As always, great welcome from our host, server very pleasant and attentive. Enjoyed the cocktails. Food excellent, and served in a timely manner prior to us going to a show at Proctors. Definitely one of Schenectady’s finest restaurants! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Stopped in Schenectady on our way through the Erie Canal and a local friend picked us up and took us to Chez Nous. My goodness...if you want a dinning experience with amazing service, tasteful ambiance and food that you could never make for yourself then go here. Quality Quality Quality ❤️”
“The service was incredible, the food was unforgettable, and the price point was very fair. Despite being overwhelmed with several tables at once, and training a new hire, our server was poised, graceful, and prompt, and was kind enough to offer suggestions for entrees and wine pairings. It was evident that her section was extremely busy, and we were politely notified that the kitchen was short-staffed that Friday evening. But we never would have guessed as the service was outstanding and the food arrived within a reasonable time. Thank you to our beautiful server whose name I regrettably cannot recall (dark hair, crow tattoo, drop-dead gorgeous) and to the kitchen for making our night exceptionally enjoyable.”
“The students and staff of Casola absolutely nailed Italy part 1. The service and food was fantastic. Make sure to bring your wine (a very nominal $5 corkage fee) to enjoy with dinner. Remember everything being done here is practice to make perfection in real world dining, trust in the process, bring attention an issue if needed, and be patient and understanding in the chance something comes up (like a river flooding a parking lot). We've now enjoyed 2 wonderful dinner services here (with Shannon, A+) and look forward to hopefully catching more reservations in the future!”
“Tonight I ordered pizza from Pauly's. It was probably close to closing but they took my order for delivery. The pizza came so quickly. It was piping hot and delicious! And a very polite young man made the delivery
I will definitely be ordering again!!
Thank you Pauly's!!”
“My husband and I went there this evening for Valentines dinner. We have been there for her amazing breakfasts and have ordered her take out pot pies and WOW, we were not disappointed with our amazing dinner. I had the Eggplant and my husband had the Filet. Warm and cozy atmosphere- just perfect!!”
“service was spot on and, appetizers were great. two out of 4 dinners were very good. My friend had clams and linguini, The clams still had sand in them so obviously not rinsed well. The person did end up getting sick unfortunately. The atmosphere is wonderful. Hopefully this was a one off and will have to try this place again.”
“Had dinner tonight with my bride. As always, great welcome from our host, server very pleasant and attentive. Enjoyed the cocktails. Food excellent, and served in a timely manner prior to us going to a show at Proctors. Definitely one of Schenectady’s finest restaurants! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
“Stopped in Schenectady on our way through the Erie Canal and a local friend picked us up and took us to Chez Nous. My goodness...if you want a dinning experience with amazing service, tasteful ambiance and food that you could never make for yourself then go here. Quality Quality Quality ❤️”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Apparently I went here, close to my place. It's on Altamont Avenue which is close to Highbridge road which is close to my place. I think I visited this McDonald's location because I was in a hurry because I had a work shift up in Saratoga Springs & didn't have enough time to prepare breakfast that day. I remember the location being pretty decent because I was able to get to roads to get up to the Saratoga region pretty easily.”
“Guy working the drive thru was very friendly, didn't catch his name. The drive thru was very busy though and I suspect someone in front of is must have ordered a lot of food because it took ages. Still, the dude in the drive thru earned the positive review even with just a few seconds of wishing us safe travels and so on.”
“love it here! def recommend eating at Grill Mediterranean in Schenectady.”
Takeout Restaurants
“service was spot on and, appetizers were great. two out of 4 dinners were very good. My friend had clams and linguini, The clams still had sand in them so obviously not rinsed well. The person did end up getting sick unfortunately. The atmosphere is wonderful. Hopefully this was a one off and will have to try this place again.”
“Highly recommend this establishment - which has a cool atmosphere, delicious pastries, smoothies, and bowls, not to mention friendly customer service. I am not a coffee drinker but if I am anywhere near Graham's and have the opportunity to make a stop, it is a must for me. Extra fun when the owner is up front to say hello. Not to mention her social media content has always been awesome! If you haven't made it a point to go, you need to!”
“Absolutely delicious, every single bite. The staff were extremely friendly and always ready to serve you, whether it be a coffee refill or asking for a side of mayo. The omeletts are perfectly made with every ingredient you order in each and every bite. The homemade corned beef hash is some of the best corned beef hash I've ever tasted. The physical restaurant itself is extremely clean and very well maintained. I have been to just about every Diner and Cafe in Schenectady and Albany County, as well as other states. This Cafe is definitely one of the best. Do not hesitate to give this Cafe a try!”
“Broadway lunch has been one of my favorite places for years. Their to go orders are always perfect and always hot and very quickly prepared and ready. They have the best hotdogs and meat sauce, onion rings and coleslaw! That’s my number one order! I should branch out more, I am sure they have many more wonderful things on the menu. Along time ago I used to get their Buffalo chicken wrap which was heaven! With onions, tomatoes and the Buffalo wing sauce. Sooo good!”
“Indescribable and unbelievable cookies! Hands down that don’t compare with other local Italian bakeries. I purchased a variety of Italian cookies from the case this past Friday…. It’s been YEARS! Go there and pack a box of goodies for the family. You won’t regret tit!”
“Food is always yummy and fresh. Good portions and great prices! The gentleman that runs the restaurant is always friendly and serves his customer with a smile. He made me a lamb gyro for the first time in my life and it was delicious! And he even stayed open late to make our food. 100% recommend!! 🙂”
“The service was incredible, the food was unforgettable, and the price point was very fair. Despite being overwhelmed with several tables at once, and training a new hire, our server was poised, graceful, and prompt, and was kind enough to offer suggestions for entrees and wine pairings. It was evident that her section was extremely busy, and we were politely notified that the kitchen was short-staffed that Friday evening. But we never would have guessed as the service was outstanding and the food arrived within a reasonable time. Thank you to our beautiful server whose name I regrettably cannot recall (dark hair, crow tattoo, drop-dead gorgeous) and to the kitchen for making our night exceptionally enjoyable.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“We've eaten in and taken out multiple times and have always had a good experience. The owners are very sweet and the staff are always nice and accommodating. The food is one of the best vietnamese food in the region, everything tastes fresh and authentic. The Pho of course is my favorite, the broth is light, rich and aromatic, my wife loves the com bo nuong, the meat is perfectly seasoned and has the perfect texture. We'll keep visiting whenever we get the desire for some vietnamese”
“Wow! What a busy night! These should be nothing but compliments for the staff, in the front of the house, and behind the scenes. It seems the autumn light show down the road has had quite an impact. We went on a whim, disregarded the suggested reservations, but were able take seats right away at the end of the bar. Best of both worlds....A little bit of patio atmosphere and dining room comfort as the temperatures began to drop. And a glimpse at the extra hard work involved this evening. Praises to Jennifer as she greeted us, offered us something to drink, and advised us if we were ordering there would be an extended wait, (a large number of parties, and parties with a large number of people, seem to have arrived all at once). She said she would rather be up front with people than to have them disappointed with a wait. The expected delay was explained to every party that entered following us It was amazing to watch the coordinated efforts of the three waitresses working as a team. There was no time for idle chit chat while disregarding the needs of customers, but there was still time for smiles and laughter. Work behind the counter was fast, deliberate, efficient and the customers had no sense of stress or overwhelm. Each interaction I overheard was friendly and attentive. Another thing that I was impressed with, especially sitting at a bar, is that with an extended wait, those who were drinking, alcoholic beverages , were not pushed or encouraged to purchase more than usual to fill the time. Therefore the environment around us remained the same. Our meals came in the time projected, (mine a crock of french onion soup and my husband, a Roadhouse burger with onion rings.) Each item as tasty as we have come to expect. I just wanted to take a minute and thank everyone for an enjoyable evening.”
“The food was served cold and the smell in the restaurant was not fresh. The food is like a Chinese buffet style and the attitude of the host is not welcome! 1 ⭐️ out of 10.....not recommended”
“Absolutely amazing, huge portions, amazing homemade pasta, great service!”
Cheap Eats
“The store is aptly named and was indeed a 'Joy' to visit. After losing the Italian deli in Saratoga that I've patronized for many years to a buyer from Albany that doesn't even answer the phone, I began a search for a true Italian deli. When I walked into La Gioia I knew I had found what I was looking for. The aroma of Italy in the air, the hustle bustle of a staff serving with professional knowledge, courtesy, and a neat and clean appearance so rare today, and shelves and cases filled with all the Mediterranean delicacies imaginable, made me realize the true gem I discovered. This was a wonderful epiphany for me; I smiled all the way home 30 miles away.”
“Awesome hometown feel of a place. Great trivia. They do tons of other events weekly too. Great beer. They do food trucks which is so neat. But make sure to check website to see if they are having food truck when you go or else they only will have beer. Nice area inside but in the summer and fall they have huge outdoor patio with tons of tables, chairs, fire pits etc. Amazing family place.”
“Very Good Spot Eat, the entire bourbon crew is great. Sara stuck out to me, I asked her the special and she made sure the Caesar Salad had no tomatoes which is great because I dislike them. Overall I’d give Sarah a 10/10 for service and making sure my order was correct. Thank you to the entire Bourbon Crew 💯”
“The students and staff of Casola absolutely nailed Italy part 1. The service and food was fantastic. Make sure to bring your wine (a very nominal $5 corkage fee) to enjoy with dinner. Remember everything being done here is practice to make perfection in real world dining, trust in the process, bring attention an issue if needed, and be patient and understanding in the chance something comes up (like a river flooding a parking lot). We've now enjoyed 2 wonderful dinner services here (with Shannon, A+) and look forward to hopefully catching more reservations in the future!”
“Went for dinner with a group of 10 people and had a wonderful evening! Everyone’s food was outstanding and the service was impeccable! I especially loved that the owner came around to all of the tables in the restaurant to see if everyone was happy - SUCH a sweet lady!! Overall, A++ experience!!”
“What a great place to have lunch on a cold winters day, Play by Play is a no jugement zone! hats off the owner and all of there help!”
“Got from grub hub on a whim. The rueben was really good. Great presentation even after delivery and it was hot and fresh when it got here and we are in Bellevue. We will definitely order again!”
“I would like to personally thank the young lady bartender and the two gracious gentlemen who helped me recover my cell phone on Saturday December 17th. My heartfelt gratitude goes out to all of them and with their help, I can still see my deceased relatives/friends in addition to hearing their voices, not to mention all my photos! I can't thank you all enough for listening and digging in the snowbank and locating my phone for me, it was truly "A Christmas Miracle" I am forever grateful, and it still works!! What a wonderful example of human kindness, many thanks. ?”
Latest Reviews
“Just a shout out to the wonderful behind the counter ladies who were so kind as to write me instructions to find my way back to Heldeberg Avenue in Rotterdam this morning, as I was totally lost!!! Also, thanks to a super friendly customer at the counter who also provided assistance. I will certainly be eating there in the future, as the food smelled delicious!”
“very good food nice people love this place to eat”
“service was spot on and, appetizers were great. two out of 4 dinners were very good. My friend had clams and linguini, The clams still had sand in them so obviously not rinsed well. The person did end up getting sick unfortunately. The atmosphere is wonderful. Hopefully this was a one off and will have to try this place again.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“This was m first time ordering from here and i was unsure if everything was halal or only some items, the chef assured me that are 100% halal and strive to provide great service which was exceptional. The food was so delicious. I am very impressed and I most certainly will be ordering again.”
“Overall very good. Ordered the bone in ribeye. Service was very accommodating to request to sit in back dining room where it is much less noisy. One drink took a while to come out, so they took it off the bill. Would love to see Dry Age steak offerings. Menu is much more diverse than typical steakhouse which is pleasant to see. Overall, would go back!”
“I like stopping by United Buffet for lunch during the work week. Running J Smitty Automotive - Auto Body & Collision of Schenectady keeps me busy most days with collision repair and body work, so it’s nice having a place nearby where you can sit down, relax for a few minutes, and get a good meal before getting back to the shop. The buffet always has a solid selection, the food is fresh, and the staff has been friendly every time I’ve come in. Definitely a convenient lunch spot when you’re working in the Schenectady area.”
“My family came for dinner. The food was so delicious. Our service was excellent. I had my baby on my lap and he spilled my entire glass of water everywhere. The waitress immediately cleaned it up and moved his infant seat by the wood fire so it would dry. I was impressed with top notch service!”
“I gave four stars because the staff and the service was fine but the restrooms are 🤢 🤢. No soap or hand sanitizer in the dispensers in the restroom.
4:00 p.m. during the week toilets disgusting looking and the floor around the toilet is in need of a deep clean the whole restroom is in need of a deep deep clean. Since my review they have knocked down the Taco Bell and are rebuilding.”
“Bartender was friendly and competent; I never really had to wait for service. I had the all-you-can-eat riblets. They were good when I could taste them; I had to get past the gallon of sauce. There was even too much sauce after I asked for light sauce. I didn't need a dipping sauce or ketchup for my two plates of fries because of the sauce I was able to scrape off the riblets.”
“Lack of planning on one end, does not constitute an emergency on another. This was not the case today when I called at 9 am for a custom cake that was ready for pick up 7 hours later. Not only was my lack of planning accommodated, it was done with nothing but kindness and understanding and executed as if I were the only customer they had today. I cannot say enough how grateful I was with the request and how pleased I was with the results. Truly a wonderful experience and grateful customer. Thank you again!”
“11-14-2025 My mom had a hair appt close by today so I picked her up to have lunch at The Bellvue Cafe. She had chicken soup and a Rueben with fries. She raved about all of it. Some of the best chicken soup around imo. The fries were nice and crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. I loved seeing her enjoying all of her meal! I had chicken soup and the brisket pot roast. The carrots, onions, celery and taters were all cooked perfectly and not mush. The brisket was so tender I just used my fork. Mom took half her soup and Rueben home as she couldn’t finish it all. She did enjoy the rice pudding with whipped cream for dessert too. What an enjoyable day! 10 outta 10!!!!”
New Restaurants
“Small business with a BIG heart. The owners not only make the most amazing sauces for their wings-my favorite are the boneless with Honey Wasabi & fried rice but they are genuinely very nice people. Oh , the beef rolls too- these are lighter versions off egg rolls that come with a dipping sauce.”
“Just went and got lunch here yesterday and today. The same super nice woman made both of my subs and they have been so damn good. Joked with her about how I’ll be food coma trying to finish this second one. She’s awesome. Couldn’t really ask for more. Solid damn sub shop. 5 stars all day. I had to come edit my review. These are the sweetest people on earth. I have an almost 100 pound dog named Tiva I bring with me when I come to get subs. They feed her, love on her and damn near want to take her home. This place and the people in it are truly amazing. No one else can make me a 5 star sub and then tackle a Cane Corso like it’s a 5 pound dog puppy. I love this sub shop!”
“I'm staying at Rivers casino where this star bucks is located. Im treated like I'm at a 5 star restaurant in Manhattan. This is my 3rd visit to the Starbucks here and each visit I'm greeted with a smile and a pleasant voice and over the top service
I've never left a review for Starbucks
I just had to”
“Spicy Safari truly delivered an excellent experience! I’ve seen a negative review about their timing, but in my experience, they were completely transparent they told me up front how long the order would take, and it arrived exactly as promised. If you want your food right away, simply order ahead, but trust me, it’s worth the wait.
The food was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious — one of the best Nigerian meals I’ve had in the area. The portion size wasn’t huge for the price, but I understand that could be because it’s New York. The taste, quality, and authenticity more than made up for it.
On top of that, they were warm, friendly, and genuinely hospitable. I left feeling like a valued customer. I’d definitely recommend Spicy Safari to anyone craving good, authentic African food.”
“I happen to see this restaurant and ai wasn’t sure it was open for business. I google it and found nothing. I decided to go in and try it amd it was a pleasure. Staff was kind and courteous to my questions. The place was clean and the environment was welcoming. Will definitely go back.”
“Talk about a lasting impression...I ll never forget this place Once met a sweet lady named Mya working in there I stayed loyal coming there for 8 years before I moved to Arizona Always was treated with respect and kindness from her and other staff Hey,God bless!! -Big Mike”
“Pizza was good, I found the pizza cooked to perfection, plenty of toppings. I was skeptical at first ordering from here due to its past reviews but maybe the management took charge and now they are functioning as required. I ordered for a pickup and the food was ready by the time they said it would be. Service-wise I am a little disappointed, why would you be stingy when giving out the pepper flakes they gave me 3 sachets for 2 large pizza. Overall I am satisfied with the food and taste.”
“K services Was great.. food was amazing we will come back !!!!”