Location: Albany
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Top 7 Food & Drink in Albany, New York (NY)
A rich 300-year history, a thriving arts community and seemingly endless wilderness make this New York capital city on the Hudson River a great weekend getaway. Outdoor enthusiasts come here to ski, hike, canoe and fish; trout and small-mouth bass fishing is among the best in the U.S. Mountains surround the city, and the tapestry of golds and reds on an autumn day is breathtaking. The city is dominated by an elaborate 10-building complex that includes the State Capitol; the New York State Museum, with life-like dioramas such as American Indian life and an Adirondack logging operation; and the oval-shaped Empire State Performing Arts Center, nicknamed "The Egg." History buffs will enjoy the colonial homes, historic churches and museums, and can tour 18th-century mansions, like the Schuyler, a superb example of pre-Revolutionary War architecture. Whether nature or history is your passion, you'll find an abundance of both in this upstate New York gem.
Restaurants in Albany
1. Taste of Troy Food Tours LLC
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
Taste of Troy Food Tours’s Historic Downtown Albany Food Tour is a seasonal (May-October), weekly progressive meal with historical and cultural tidbits interspersed to provide a curated picture of this 400 year old city and its current revitalization efforts. 1.5 mile/3 hour tour on the first, third and occasional fifth Friday of each month to kick off your weekend in the Capital District of NY.
2. The Albany Distilling Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By jessicah557
Honestly if you are in the Albany area you have to try out the tour. It’s rare that you find a owner that’s passionate about his craft as well as warming the hearts of people! One of the owners conducts the tours and is extremely down to earth and welcoming. We just finished our tour and I had to write a review. Make it a point to learn about the process of bottling bourbon, vodka and/or whiskey. Whether you understand the process or not you will be captivated and informed. Then afterwards you will enjoy a variety of tasting ; as well as having the option to purchase what the bar has to offer. I look forward to future visits at the bar as well as what’s in store for the wood fire pizza etc. great place and great people. From my girlfriend and I, thank you for a pre Valentine’s Day gift
3. Nine Pin Cider Works
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By unique698 - Wilmington, United States
There is a decent amount of parking on the side road and across the street of the cidery. There is a great deck/porch area for the summer. Huge variety of ciders and not overwhelmingly sweet. I didn't try all of them, but the earl grey tea was my favorite. It was not overly tea-like. There is a slight hint of tea, but there is a clear apple taste to it. I have had other tea ciders and they were too heavy on the tea. My favorite by far!
4. C.H. Evans Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 83 reviews
5. Steuben St. Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
6. Fort Orange Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By CCdreamer - Niskayuna, United States
My wife and I stopped here this afternoon for the first time. This place in such a gem. There were nine beers on tap. I had a flight of four and a pint of another. Each of the five beers was extraordinary. I love to visit breweries throughout the northeast and this was as good as it gets. I strongly recommend a visit here. We will definitely be back soon.
7. 518 Social Club
Explore the 518 food and drink scene like a local with locals. In town for just a quick visit? Visiting to explore the colleges and universities in the region? We've got you covered. We know all the best spots to explore and find unique and incredible food and drink experiences. We custom plan each tour to meet the needs of each group. Join the 518 Social Club and get Social in the 518.
