50 Best American Restaurants near West Sand Lake

“***2024 Update***Under new ownership Crossroads has completely turned around food quality is very good and the service has been great. Highly recommend checking them out!“

“Lovr Dobys! Our family has enjoyed their subs for many years. My husband and I have also liked their southern friend chicken wings. Great service and will order out to my car. We always do take-out so can't speak to the inside dining experience. I do not understand the negative reviews!“

“Hubby & I had a great breakfast here this morning! Good food, very friendly staff, impeccably clean. Highly recommend!!“

“Delicious meal and top notch service by Tabatha and her crew.“

“Had a great time, went out with my roommate to grab a bite, and Fatima was our waitress, and she was genuinely such a kind soul and made us laugh till our stomach’s hurt, never once was our drinks empty, and maintained a calm consistent pace of the table. 10/10 will be asking for her again.“

“I just ordered take out from there and everything was phenomenal. My family was pleasantly pleased as well.“

“Great environment. wonderful vibe. Excellent food. The homemade buffalo sauce is top notch. The twins are welcoming and wonderful. Highly recommend“

“Great place to grab breakfast in Troy! Today was exceptionally good because they played the entire Shrek soundtrack.“

“So, this PR girl asked where I could get a good Reuben. 5 people recommended Illusive. You'd never know it was there unless you looked for it. Boy, was I not disappointed. The best Reuben I've ever had. Bought 3 to share with building managers. I'm sure they will also start going too.“

“Absolutely wonderful experience! The food was outstanding — especially the scallion pancakes, which were a highlight — and the service was exceptional. A special shout-out to Princess (I believe she’s the owner), who, along with the entire staff, was incredibly kind and welcoming. I also really appreciated the wide range of options available for different dietary needs and preferences. We got there near the end of the serving hours, and they still had food available which was awesome. As an added bonus, we even received a free gift (an AHA cleanser), which was such a sweet touch! We didn't walk the grounds due to the rain, but the view from the restaurant was nice.

I'll definitely be back, and I'm really happy the we have such great Korean food in Troy (they also serve American standard brunch food).“

“Best hot dogs I’ve had in my life. Seriously. Kevin cares about what he does and it shows!“

“They have awesome food would go there everyday“

“We called for same day reservations and were pleasantly surprised to be able to get our requested time, especially for a friday evening. The weather was beautiful, and we contemplated eating outside, but they didn't have lights on their outside deck. But that wasn't a problem, as it was getting chillier out. We ran into some friends as we walked inside and were able to add them to our reservation since they had a 4 top available. Our waitress came right over and took our drink order. We ordered the 32 oz Cowboy Steak to share with a side of broccoli, and the other couple ordered the sesame encrusted Ahi Tuna Steak and the prime rib sandwich with au jus dip and fries. Everything came out perfectly done. We expected that our steak would have been thicker, after seeing pictures of it from previous posts, but it filled the plate. There was also a lot of fat to cut around. We ended up taking half of our steak home, but the other couple finished theirs completely. Because we made reservations, we both received complimentary chocolate mousse, which was delightful! We paired it with a nutty Irishman cocktail. We also took the 2nd chocolate mousse to go.The food is Always good at Jack Kellys. Very flavorful. Their soups are also very good, although we did not order tonight. The atmosphere is very casual, as it's a golf country club.“

“The naga chicken sandwich was AMAZING and my partner really enjoyed her crispy chicken sandwich. Love having a halal spot nearby. The prices are super reasonable- think McDonald’s prices for HIGH quality food. Staff is so friendly and quick, and it’s a cute little spot. We live nearby and will be back!

Dietary restrictions: Really great pork-free and vegetarian options!“

“Consistently great food and great people. Always a good time at the tavern!“

“this is one of the favorite places of my daughter and mine very good attention and very good food absolute recommendation“

“We performed there last night and had a wonderful experience! The staff is cool and the food is great! Special shout out to the sound tech, Kate, who was exceptional!“

“Some of my co-workers brought me out to The Copper Crow for my birthday! It was a wonderful experience. • Nice host, prompt seating. • Attentive and knowledgeable server. • Extensive draft, cocktail & mocktail list. • Great food, good portions, cooked well. • Excellent desserts. I look forward to going back.“

“We LOVED our whole experience! We decided to give them a try for New Year’s Eve 2024 and we were not disappointed 😁Danielle was our waitress, but the whole wait staff were phenomenal! The food and drinks were DELICIOUS! I’m all ready to go back again and I would recommend the Scarlet Knife to everyone ❤️I can’t wait to try the Sunday Brunch and Dessert Room!“

“Great food and service. They had no problem changing a menu item to leave out the garlic. [allergy]“

“we go to naughter’s probably about once a month at this point! the food is always great (the sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich is phenomenal, as are the home fries), and the service is always fast and friendly. sitting at the counter you can see how the staff works together seamlessly as a team to make every trip a great experience. we are already planning on making trips to troy just for naughter’s when we move soon a bit further north!“

“We (six of us) loved our dinners at Smiths earlier this month and our waiter, Jeff, did a superb job for a busy night after a Cohoes Music Hall show. Appetizers were also excellent and we enjoyed them at that fantastic bar!!“

“Great service by Jack! Great burgers and cheesesteak sandwiches! Definitely recommend!“

“Great pub food in a fun atmosphere!“

“Always great food, great service and great prices!!!“

“Every time I come upstate, this is my go-to spot—no question, no hesitation. I usually order out, but today I decided to dine in, and I am beyond glad I did. The moment I walked in, I felt the energy shift—warm, welcoming, vibrant. It’s that rare gem that feels like a secret haven just off the highway, tucked away in plain sight, where the vibe is just as satisfying as the food. Melissa and Kayla—what can I even say? They’re not just staff—they’re soul-infused service professionals. Their care, attention, and presence are next level. There’s no “in between” here. It’s either above and beyond or nothing at all, and this place chooses excellence every single time. And the food? Let’s be real—nothing in in the area even comes close. It’s fresh, flavorful, beautifully presented, and made with heart. Every bite reminds you that some places still care about quality and connection. The space is spotless, the vibe is intimate and cozy, and the energy? Pure joy. If you’re passing through or live nearby—don’t sleep on this place. It’s more than a meal—it’s an experience.“

“Great place to get your Christmas trees. Very happy with the service provided.“

“Nighthawks is THE BEST spot in Troy. My husband and I adore this place. They make the best omelette I’ve ever had and my husband is in love with their burgers. 100000/10 recommend. Staff are amazing and overall experience is magical!! Wow wow wow.“

“Great food. Great staff. Great drinks.“

“The staff is just amazing...they have your drinks at your favorite seats before you sit down. Everyone is so friendly, staff and patrons. It is a warm, relaxing and fun place to be at all times. The owners are tremendous Cooks and always trying something new and delicious. Wonderful menu and excellent prices, too! We go for a variety of reasons...the food, the friendly atmosphere, the warm welcomes and the absolute best of times!! If you have been to Muddy's, you're blessed. If you've not been there, you should add it to your Bucket List!! We just LOVE it!!! (And we love the corner seats...our very favorites!!).“

“My parents started taking me here since I was only enough to remember. Now as an adult I use it to catch up with good friends and eat my favorite foods with such good prices! prices! I even introduced a few to this classic spot and they always ask when we're going back. Food that always hit the spot-5 Stars every time.“

“Such a fabulous place to grab a quick bite. Hot dogs, burgers or sausage That's it. Sodas, coffee all delicious. Throw on some potato chips and you're good. All in less than 3 minutes. And they just had a 70th anniversary on the same day as the solar eclipse earlier this year. There's a reason it's been around this long. Many reasons. The staff is fabulous..“

“My father use to take me to Ted’s when I was a youngster I enjoy taking my youngsters there As well It is a great place exellent food and has been a place to enjoy for me for along long time thank you for your longevity much love“

“a great place to to when feeling down a blue . to pick up your spirits. and have a great time thank you for all you do .“

“This place is great. Excellent food and great service. Not over priced but not cheap. They really did a great job with eat in the street. Too bad Cohoes limited that so much because it was a great thing for Cohoes restaurants. Definitely my go to on Remsen St.“

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“The absolute best pizza and wings !!! I can’t believe I forgot about this place . We finally found the best pizza !“

“What you'd expect from any diner...nothing overwhelming unique or impressive. Turkey, ham and bacon club with cheese was pretty good. More than enough sandwich for 1 person. Fellow diner was not impressed at all with his shrimp scampi and scallops...then again if you're looking for good seafood a diner is usually the last place you'd find it.“

“I recommend June’s to everybody it’s the best food and very relaxing place to come and count on the best food and if you enjoy a good drink to kick back and enjoy a drink and the owner appreciates all her customers and goes far way above and beyond to see her customers happy I recommend anybody try June’s out you won’t regret it and if you love historic buildings her restaurant is in a old restored fire house that she did all the work herself supper amazing place wish there was more places around the capital region like this. I hope junes is around many years.“

“We hosted an amazing company holiday party at Loch & Quay. Great food, amazing staff, hopefully they can accommodate us again next year.“

“Love it there! My favorite bar in Watervliet“

“Lost and Found in Albany is such a hidden gem! We've had the pleasure of performing here, and it’s always an incredible experience. The cozy, intimate vibe of the venue makes it perfect for live music, and the staff is always welcoming and professional.“

“uwielbiam to miejsce i gorąco polecam ,przemiła obsługa i fantastyczne jedzenie“

“Absolutely amazing experience with B-Rads for wedding catering and food truck!!
Easy communication, the best prices, incredible food (guests are still raving about it)
I would highly recommend B-Rads for any event- they will blow your expectations!! THANK YOU!“

“This is certainly one of the best places to hang out as a student of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. It can be either to grab a coffee, have a bite to eat, or just chill out with your friends. It is also a nice place to study or work.There are ample amenities for charging your laptop, playing some indoor games like table tennis, billiards, etc. There is also a pub upstairs and various meeting rooms. The Panera Bread here is also pretty good.“

“I was there with a group of friends from HS. Our 50th Reunion was the night prior, and there were 18-20 of us meeting up.
Our waitstaff was so accommodating, and the food was amazing.
We weren't rushed out at all, and we were there for hours.

Vegetarian options: There were plenty of options.

Dietary restrictions: I'm lactose intolerant, and a friend is gluten intolerant, and we were able to find some amazing choices on the menu.“

“Great food!!!! And the staff was great too.“

“Yes please come and support , it’s a very clean self service restaurant. THEY MAKE YOU WEAR GLOVES TO SERVE YOURSELF! I wish I could give them 100 ⭐️ because the food is delicious and fresh. I am very impressed and pleased“

“First time here. Delicious food. Professional and super friendly waitstaff. Really good beers! Great atmosphere! Don’t pass this to lace by!“

“Went there for lunch in Albany Nicky was a wonderful waitress great atmosphere food was outstanding would definitely recommend can’t wait to go back soon“