Vice & Virtue Restaurant and Cocktail Bar

We had a party of 8 celebrating a birthday on Saturday night. The restaurant was not busy when we arrived. The service was extremely slow. I can deal with slow service things happen I get it. The issue came down to our food. We were served mac and cheese with absolutely zero flavor, a charcuterie board that honestly was embarrassing, a bad Cobb salad, and ice-cold pulled pork fries. I spoke to the server and explained the fries were ice-cold. She yanked them away without saying a single word and a few minutes later came back, throwing another round of fries on our table. No apology or anything. Our waters were empty the entire dinner. Our bar drinks were empty almost the entire dinner. When we were finally able to order a second set of drinks, it took another 20+ minutes to receive them and everyone was ready to leave at that point. We then received another tables bill that had burgers and things on it. It took another 10–15 minutes to get our correct bill. I work in the industry. I understand everyone and everywhere has off nights, but this was beyond. This is now my second time at Vice & Virtue and I don’t think I will be returning.

This is my second time here and again, I left disappointed. Our service was slow. My cocktail was not even drinkable and I had to send it back. The $25.00 Charcuterie board literally had sliced deli meat and cheese, 5 crackers and very few items actually advertised. Our meals were ok; not great, not terrible either. I really want to love this place, but unfortunately I won’t be back. I do not recommend.

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

A really great experience. Temperature and texture on everything was spot on. Dirty Thai chicken thighs were so crispy and hot, with an excellent vinegar slaw. Cheesesteaks were served on crusty bread, the shaved steak was tender and toppings were excellent. Fresh cut fries were also crispy as they should be.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Place had a funky smell which takes away from the look. The drinks were not good and it was made worse by the smell. The bar stools are so low we felt like children sitting at the kids table.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

Best burgers ever! Mother daughter night. Live music very nice. Drinks fantastic! I will be back. Customer service and atmosphere was great!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love this place! Drinks amazing! Blackjack burger handout fries terrific. Will be back Wednesday $12 burger night gourmet. To die for!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was mid drinks was mid way overpriced

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 2

Absolutely loved my visit to this new bar! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure our glasses were never empty. The cocktail menu was creative and the drinks were expertly crafted. The attention to detail in both the drinks and the service makes this bar a standout.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Finally a fun and upscale place in Schenectady fresh food, fresh vibe. The steaks were great, the watermelon Moscow mule was fire. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable, can't wait to go back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Too many amazing sounding cocktails on the menu to choose, not a bad complaint to have! We'll have to go back to try more! Didn't try the food, but the atmosphere was great and they had live music that was also really quite enjoyable!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Went there last weekend with my partner around 9. Wanted to sit at a table but was told I had to order my drinks at the bar, which I found odd for the "up scale vibe" I thought they were going for, but okay. As i was waiting for my drinks, the cook came from the BOH asking quit loudly, if he could shut the kitchen down. So now I feel as if I can not order food even though ur website states ur open till 11 and not stating kitchen closes earlier than that. So scratch the food idea, we will just have a drink. Which IMO, could have been much better. My partners margarita tasted horrible in all honesty. The last thing I am to comment on is the decor. I was so very confused. I thought this was supposed to be a classy place, but instead, I got "I don't know what kind of restaurant I want to be" vibe. Even the music was an odd choice. I was extremely uncomfortable and most likely won't be back

Atmosphere: 2

Service: 2

Everything was really wonderful about this place. But if you are Gen X like me then you need to go here!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Drinks and food were excellent

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had Mojo Chicken thighs and my husband had Chicken Caprese. I thought food was just okay, little blunt and not so flavorful but my husband loved his and mine, so my opinion is really personal preference I would say. This is a big restaurant so maybe you can just walk in on Friday Saturday for dinner to take a table.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4