Restaurants in Schenectady

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Best Halal spot in 518
Mashaallah super clean
This place doesn’t not disappoint at all. They only have been open for 4 months and everything they do is perfect. The first thing you notice when you go in there is how clean everything is, from floors, walls, seating, kitchen, etc. The food is unmatched by any other, very generous portions, the quality is excellent and the taste is consistently amazing. They cook their food well and the spices are perfect. The price is very reasonable for the quality of their dishes. Lastly, the workers there are extremely respectful, kind and hospitable. They make me feel welcomed every time I come in especially now that I’m a regular there. Keep up the good work!”

“Excellent food - really tasty - excellent service.”

“We absolutely loved our time at shaker! They were accommodating and even made mock tails for the people who didn’t want to drink!”

“Had dinner last night at Johnny's and it was amazing. The food was delicious. Our waitress, Vanessa made our evening magical.”

“We had a great dinner out with friends. The wasabi bacon wrapped shrimp; meatball; and calamari appetizers we shared were excellent and everyone's entrees were amazing. Our waitress Sarah was super pleasant, attentive and did some great “menu coaching” as we ordered. 10 out of 10!”

“love everything about this place. Delicious food and wonderful service.”

“I had my daughter’s baptism celebration at Canalis and I truly want to thank them for going above and beyond for our daughter’s special day. We rented out the banquet room and it was absolutely perfect. The food and service was exceptional. Thank you again Canalis. I highly recommend for any future event.”

“Great customer service and food! Manager could use some customer service tips from the young lady he was reprimanding in front of customers. No Sir she shouldn't hurry and if you have issues you don't address in front of customers. The sparingly toppings you applied to the man 9f red scooter was disgusting. This Saturday @ 130p”

“Just had the BEST iced vanilla latte that I have EVER had in my entire life 🧋”

“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!”

“Best collard greens I've ever had, pulled pork was awesome. Baked beans were tasty and I don't recommend trying the peach cobbler because you will be hooked for life”

“I can’t stop ordering from here! Food is so fresh and so good. The chicken is insanely tender and flavorful. I want to try more items but I keep going back to the chicken over rice because it’s truly incredible. I am a sauce boss and I love that they cover it in sauce. You get an insane amount of food for a great price. Love having this in the area!”

“ok food fair service. comfortable. fresh salad. phill does great job to all. c 4 yourself”

“Unbelievable atmosphere. Awesome Bartenders Drinks and the Food is Fantastic. You need to try this place!!!”

“Not only does Grano have amazing food, but their customer service is also fantastic! I went there recently before a show at Proctors, and unfortunately the kitchen was a little behind, and we did not have enough time to eat. When leaving Proctors, our server was waiting outside the theater to give us our food to take home. They really went above and beyond. I will definitely be going back soon!”

“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!!”

“A wonderful small family owned business with great food and service. Our families favorite sushi spot.”

“This restaurant is Schenectady’s Best kept secret. I’ve been there several times for lunch and it never disappoints. The service is spot on from when you walk in the door, no pun intended but I’m in a wheelchair(handicap accessible) to when you are leaving, opening doors and exchanging goodbye pleasantries. The place itself is immaculate, shiny floors, beautiful atmosphere, great background music and above all delicious food you know is prepared to order. While being there for lunch, I ordered off the dinner menu with no problem, as the staff is extremely accommodating. The menu includes a wide variety of options to satisfy every palate.
Next time you’re looking for a great, quiet and delicious place for lunch or dinner, give Chez Nous a try you will not be disappointed. They have private spacious rooms for small private events and I will reiterate the place is spotless and extremely comfortable with GREAT FOOD!
Thank you and Buon Appetite!
Dean J. Tessitore”

“I love this restaurant. The food is great! I highly recommend it!”

“The menu is definitely creative, flavorful and I've had every item off the menu. Been going here for 8-9yrs. Just tried their lunch buffet which is also fantastic deal with many options. highly recommended”

“if you're in the mood for some good bar vittles. this is the place! I've tried many dishes and appetizers on the menu! no complaints! the best food and atmosphere! and to mention great service on top of that all.”

“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.”

“This classic Italian deli offers a delightful dining experience, and their tomato pie is simply unbeatable. With each bite, I'm transported to the heart of Italy, savoring the perfect balance of flavors and textures. The friendly and attentive staff make the experience even more enjoyable, and the reasonable prices make it a must-visit for any food lover.”

“Ordered a burger with all the fixings and a side of onion rings for the first time. It was one of the best burgers I have eaten in awhile. No grease dripping from sub par meat and the onion rings were crispy. I think I will be ordering from them for the future. Very happy I gave them a try.”

“So we had an amazing DoorDash order from tops the other night. We usually cook but had the flu so needed no contact delivery. Dolmades were not on the online menu as an add on and we wanted to split a salad and add some on. I called and the waitress was happy to manually add them on if I put in a note & charge accordingly. She did it and they were amazingly fresh, best we’ve ever had. I’m big on trying Rueben’s from different places and this is hands down one of the best corned beef Rueben’s ever. My husband got the chicken sandwich with the basil and pesto I forget what it’s called but tried a bite of that and so fresh. I have always liked tops but in the past but I don’t know if they got new cooks or not because this was above average from the food we’ve had in the past and when I’ve ordered takeout in the past there’s been a thing or two missing. Not now. Everything was hot and fresh and the waitress that ordered was so friendly. I know DoorDash can be difficult because the food may not arrive how the restaurant puts it out but we had an amazing driver too!!! This experience will make us go back. When you are used to eating home cooked meals and you are sick and you get a good meal like that and friendly service it makes such a difference. Thank you! I cannot stress how fresh everything was. So important that the food is checked prior to ensure everything is there and that was done.”

“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!!”

“This is my 3rd time getting take out and I love it. It’s not the typical super salty Chinese American food. It’s well flavored, not oily, and good portion for fresh veggies/meat. Emphasis on this - it is not salty or overloaded with seasoning.

I recommend the crab Rangoon, Singapore noodle (slightly spicy), orange chicken!!”

“Good Good good”

“It is not usual these days for a company to correct Something a customer is not satisfied with taste of China Has proven me wrong. They have done their best to make sure that me and My Son have a good meal. I appreciate the effort. I appreciate the correction. Taste of China is one of a kind.”

“Whenever I move into a neighborhood, I have to find the best Pizza, the best Sushi and the best Chinese Food. Ming's is where I go for my Chinese Food. I have found it to be one of the best in the area and the only place I go when I want Chinese Food. They offer primarily take-out, but there are some seats for dining in. Their food is always made fresh and hot when I arrive to pick it up, and it's always delicious. Whether you want Lo Mein, Soup, or Fried Rice Dishes, or Beef and Chicken Dinners, Ming's is one of the best places to get it.”

“I've never had a problem there. The staff is always kind and respectful. The maintenance staff is doing the job every time im there.”

“It's not the stores fault, but I gave the atmosphere 3 stars due to a very disruptive group of teens that were ordering when I was with my kids. They even left their bicycles inside the doors partially blocking both entrances. I recommend the drive-thru. I go there 1 to 3 times a week.”

“Went here on Thursday September 26 2024 for dinner and drinks with two of my friends and the food was good and the staff were kind but only problem was that the drinks were long after we ordered them”

“Great pub food in a fun atmosphere!”

“I don’t know what his name was, but he was a very sweet young man that made me a delicious roast beef sandwich!”

“Exactly the type of restaurant this area needs.”

“Been eating here 35+ years! Every time I come home to Schenectady it’s the place I eat. Been on the food network!!”

“10/10 recommend always. Great service and always an amazing atmosphere!”

“Absolutely amazing, huge portions, amazing homemade pasta, great service!”

“Come to originals the best pizza and dinners in the area great subs and hot sandwiches The ladies are great .I am the origanal Great Sandcci”

“Absolutely delicious every single time. Laid back artistic atmosphere, great people, the chefs do an amazing job. If you order medium steak you get a medium steak right on the money. Thank you Maxons for another great dinner for our family!”

“I love this place! They make the best peach smoothies!”

“Friends recommended this place to us and we were not disappointed. Very clean, great portions, very nice waitress. Prices were great for the quality and quantity of food we received. We will definitely be returning!”

“the food is amazing the service is great”

“wonderful local gem. ordered a couple trays of food last minute and Dominic was more than accommodating. our family loves the chicken marsala and the bread they included with the order. Sat at the bar and had great service from the bartender, clams bianco were very tasty.”

“Absolutely delicious food! The breakfast is always good! The steak and eggs are cooked to perfection! Also recommend the Eggs Benedict!!!”

“After enjoying their wings during the Wing Walk I decided to order myself dinner last night. I ordered fried chicken dinner. I had the leg and thigh and they were huge. My dinner came with candied yams, collard greens, potato salad, and a corn bread muffin. Everything was outstanding. I can’t believe I have never ordered from there prior to this. I will be ordering again and making this a staple from now on. Drop everything and order dinner tonight you won’t regret it!”

“I walked in and felt welcome. Instantly the guy behind the counter really went out of his way to make sure I had a good recommendation. I got the salmon over rice and easily the best salmon I’ve had in the last 15 years. It was incredible and I liked it so much that I was angry when I ate the last bite, because I wanted to keep eating.”

“Best juice bar in the capital region!! If you haven’t been there, make your way you will not be disappointed.”

“Stopped in for lunch mid week and it was cool inside. Started with a locally brewed ice cold beer. Everything is homemade and the black bean burger with fresh potato chips was fantastic and filling!”

“Great neighborhood bar and grill! Always friendly and welcoming. Love just hanging out and relaxing, even as a female alone you feel safe. There's plenty of space- bar, high tops or tables. Lots of tv's to take in the games or horse races when Saratoga is up and running. Food has always been excellent!”

“10/10!!! Prices are cheap compared to other local spots. Ordered the Love Boat for 2 with the Christmas Roll, shumai, and miso soup. Service was quick and the staff was so nice. Found our new sushi spot!”

“Some of the best bread I have had. Some friends and I came to go hiking and we stopped by this nice bakery because it had great reviews. THEY DO NOT LIE! met with amazing people and amazing food. HIGHLY recommend!!! If you're in the Schenectady area this is a MUST!”

“Hubby brought home food from Karam yesterday for the first time ever...we were blown away! Fresh and absolutely delicious!! So glad hubby works in Schenectady we’ll be regulars! YUM!”

“Delicious food! Great service!”

“It's difficult to pinpoint our overall impression, as the food at this restaurant was truly excellent, especially the well-priced Wednesday burger special. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. However, the service experience was unfortunately quite frustrating. The wait for a table was significant, and the waiting staff appeared overwhelmed and disorganized. We waited over thirty minutes after being seated before anyone even approached us for a drink order or to bring water, a delay that felt prolonged even for a busy night. Seeing other tables not receive menus and witnessing several groups depart due to the extended waits suggested a need for better coordination among the team, even while acknowledging potential staffing shortages. The culinary quality is definitely there, but the service needs some attention”

“Very good food and margaritas. The only thing lacking is some guidance on where to sit, we basically hung out at the bar until someone noticed us.”

“Their customer service for catering was outstanding! Nikki and Kimmy went above and beyond and staff at pickup were equally as helpful. An "art" that seems rare these days. Every dish we ordered was delicious and disappeared quickly. Thanks again for a job well done! We'll be back.”

“Was recommended to eat here by our hotel front desk. Pizza by the slice did not disappoint. Service was fast and was plenty of room for a party of 6. Great large NY style slices, and meat lovers deep dish. Will absolutely stop here again next time we come to Schenectady!”

“First time in the area and looking for some West Indian food I happen upon this place. The food was delicious and the service was great. I’d definitely recommend and return next time I’m in the area.”

“I love the food,atmosphere and people! Great place to relax and have some great food and drinks!”

“In town for a little bit just was driving by and saw New York rangers flying out front. I'm a rangers fan and the game was on at 7:00. I went in there at 6:30 sat at the bar bartender put on the anger game and was very attentive. Great service. I didn't ask his name but he handled the whole bar. Good people. No craziness. Ordered a Heineken onion rings which both were fantastic. Look I'm mostly interested in good servers and someone that's smiling and that's what I got. The bar stools were far enough apart where you weren't hitting shoulders or elbows with other people who's good nice hometown bar. I miss it. I live in Scottsdale most of the year and everything's a free-for-all. I don't care what bar you're in
Anyways, I can't say”

“FOOD IS OUTSTANDING....VERY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE..FROM THE OWNER ..ROSARIO TO THE COUNTER LADY MICHELLE!”

“BEST hot dogs I’ve ever had and their food is great! Highly recommend this place.”

“Annie & Aimee are the best!”

“Food was amazing. Had so much food I left with dinner lol. Wonderful customer service and very friendly. The dining area was very clean. We will be back!”

“All I can say is WOW. So glad we found this place! Best ice cream!”

“Food is decent and experience is overall good.
Muffins are very good.
They will add berries and strawberries to most dishes and not mention that. If you're picky just ask to not have those with the dishes.

I've been here a few times since I'm a college student. Their drinks range but pretty standard.”

“Been going there several times yrs now. Always great take out. Dined in a few over yrs. Pizza is outstanding as the wings. When my out of State family comes up they want Johnny C’s pizza and wings. Never disappointed.”

“Got a sub , wings and mozz sticks- all great !!! Will be back !”

“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.”

“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.”

“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!”

“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!”

“Love Love Love Lorenzo's! (518 Foodies card holders get 10% off). They have the BEST breakfast! The home fries are to die for! The chorizo egg and cheese is also delicious! Really, you can't go wrong.”

“Thank you for the largest , banana split in town! Definitely the best because we have tried most in the area, no one is as generous as Grand Stand. Also friendly staff, making sure our order was satisfactory.”

“Amazing food esp the potato wedges!!! Workers are so nice as well”

“Thank you for a great cake for my sons Birthday ! They also had some cupcakes. Great service very kind and helpful last minute. Appreciated !”

“very good food nice people love this place to eat”

“My son and I eat from here couple times a week the owner and whole crew awesome people...The Food never had no complaints food is always clean delicious and very good I highly recommend this restaurant to everyone ..Thank you union Pizza..”

“Been going there several times yrs now. Always great take out. Dined in a few over yrs. Pizza is outstanding as the wings. When my out of State family comes up they want Johnny C’s pizza and wings. Never disappointed.”

“Amazing food esp the potato wedges!!! Workers are so nice as well”

“Very good food! Ordered pizza, quesadillas, subs. The pizza is one of the best in this area! Easy ordering online and fast delivery. Highly recommend!”

“Favorite pizza and Garlic knots!”

“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. ?”

“Best collard greens I've ever had, pulled pork was awesome. Baked beans were tasty and I don't recommend trying the peach cobbler because you will be hooked for life”

“Great friendly staff. Always a hello and smiles. Everything is excellent.”

“FOOD IS SO BUSSIN AND AMAZING ICECREAM WE LOVE THE WORKERS”

“Blue flames fusion curry chicken with white rice and vegetables ????”

“Excellent food - really tasty - excellent service.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch at this deli. The cup of soup was more like a bowl of soup. My sandwich was very large and tasty. My blueberry pie was delightful! I plan on going there for lunch again!”

“FOOD IS OUTSTANDING....VERY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE..FROM THE OWNER ..ROSARIO TO THE COUNTER LADY MICHELLE!”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Best Halal spot in 518
Mashaallah super clean
This place doesn’t not disappoint at all. They only have been open for 4 months and everything they do is perfect. The first thing you notice when you go in there is how clean everything is, from floors, walls, seating, kitchen, etc. The food is unmatched by any other, very generous portions, the quality is excellent and the taste is consistently amazing. They cook their food well and the spices are perfect. The price is very reasonable for the quality of their dishes. Lastly, the workers there are extremely respectful, kind and hospitable. They make me feel welcomed every time I come in especially now that I’m a regular there. Keep up the good work!”

“This time I had a great experience here. The waitress was very nice, we got to sit on the other side away from the cold door away from everybody, we got a big booth. The round table, the food was amazing. It came out perfect time in the whole experience.This day was tremendous. Ow”

“Someone sleeping on the bench in the restaurant. Scarry!!! The staff seemed confused and scattered. The sauces were totally empty. But, the redeeming cherry was the food and quick service. Excellent and delicious!! Thank you. The gentleman who seemed to be the manager had a great personality and got right on top of things. Thank you for a quick and tasty meal.”

“First time ever!!!! Staff was incredible!!! Food was amazing ( Mac& Cheese with Chicken) The best I have ever had. Most of it came home with us. Definitely a very beautiful Irish establishment. Will definitely be coming back. Worth a 45 minute trip.”

“Was there last week food always great and the atmosphere is great as well people are very kind never had an issue there the food is really good it's the best one in Schenectady New ”

“So we had an amazing DoorDash order from tops the other night. We usually cook but had the flu so needed no contact delivery. Dolmades were not on the online menu as an add on and we wanted to split a salad and add some on. I called and the waitress was happy to manually add them on if I put in a note & charge accordingly. She did it and they were amazingly fresh, best we’ve ever had. I’m big on trying Rueben’s from different places and this is hands down one of the best corned beef Rueben’s ever. My husband got the chicken sandwich with the basil and pesto I forget what it’s called but tried a bite of that and so fresh. I have always liked tops but in the past but I don’t know if they got new cooks or not because this was above average from the food we’ve had in the past and when I’ve ordered takeout in the past there’s been a thing or two missing. Not now. Everything was hot and fresh and the waitress that ordered was so friendly. I know DoorDash can be difficult because the food may not arrive how the restaurant puts it out but we had an amazing driver too!!! This experience will make us go back. When you are used to eating home cooked meals and you are sick and you get a good meal like that and friendly service it makes such a difference. Thank you! I cannot stress how fresh everything was. So important that the food is checked prior to ensure everything is there and that was done.”

“I can’t stop ordering from here! Food is so fresh and so good. The chicken is insanely tender and flavorful. I want to try more items but I keep going back to the chicken over rice because it’s truly incredible. I am a sauce boss and I love that they cover it in sauce. You get an insane amount of food for a great price. Love having this in the area!”

“I love this place! They make the best peach smoothies!”

“Delicious lunch and friendly, clean atmosphere. Thank you to our hostess for seating us and Bill Judge for superb service too'
Dec. 17 2024-another delicious lunch today. Thank you Bill Judge , Donna and all the friendly staff for assisting us, and I was able to complete my Christmas shopping with their purchase a $50. gift card receive $10. gift card too !”

“Menu has plenty of options, food is delicious, and staff are patient and friendly. Great experience! Highly recommend - will definitely be back!”

“Came here on Schenectady county summer block party. Amazing food, and service!!! I so recommend. Always the food places that are hidden are the best ❤️”

“We had a nice quiet corner booth and both enjoyed our 14 oz NY steaks and yummy twice baked potatoes. I started with a delicious Caesar salad and my hubby enjoyed his French onion soup. Our server, John was amazing! So friendly, helpful and professional. It was my birthday and my dessert was complimentary. He even let me take it home because I was so full! He forgot my hubby said no sour cream on his potato and then gave him his soda complimentary which was such a nice gesture. We mentioned we were going to Saratoga Springs Race Track the next day and he recommended where to park and what to eat for lunch. All of his recommendations worked out perfectly! Thanks so much John! We highly recommend this restaurant and if you get John as your server, you have lucked out, just like us!”

“Just had the BEST iced vanilla latte that I have EVER had in my entire life 🧋”

“ok food fair service. comfortable. fresh salad. phill does great job to all. c 4 yourself”

“Went here on Thursday September 26 2024 for dinner and drinks with two of my friends and the food was good and the staff were kind but only problem was that the drinks were long after we ordered them”