Location: Ballston Spa
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Where to Eat in Ballston Spa: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Ballston Spa is a village in Saratoga County, New York, United States. The population was 5,556 at the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Saratoga County. The village is named after Rev. Eliphalet Ball, a Congregationalist clergyman and an early settler. The village lies on the border of two towns and is partly in the Town of Ballston and partly in the Town of Milton. The village is southwest of Saratoga Springs.
Things to do in Ballston Spa
1. Ripe Tomato
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 344 reviews
Located in beautiful Saratoga County, the Ripe Tomato is a friendly, family-owned and operated dining experience that sets it apart from chain restaurants. We offer simple, hearty Italian and American fare prepared using fresh, local ingredients.
Reviewed By br01374859 - Ballston Spa, New York
We have been going to the Ripe Tomato for many years but mainly with just a small family group. This time we had a birthday party with eighteen people attending and the food and service were great and did not disappoint. We were not rushed out after our meal and everyone enjoyed themselves in the room that we had off the main dining area. Would recommend for couples, family and large groups.
2. Coffee Planet
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By HJayR - Connecticut
Family lunch was excellent. One wrap and two Mediterranean salads were enjoyed and devoured. The service was polite, patient, prompt, and on-point. Atmosphere was interesting, though the A/C didn't reach to back area of the restaurant as well as at the front.
3. Dunkin' Donuts
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By alleylady - saratoga, ny
You would think, "Oh it's just a chain...how different can it be?". Let me answer. This is one of the cleanest dining places I've ever visited. Immaculate! The staff was extremely friendly. You get the feeling they actually like their jobs. Smiles all around. Best DD I have ever been to.
4. Next Door Kitchen & Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
Next Door Kitchen & Bar shares a love and appreciation of using foods that are fresh, approachable and unique. We pride ourselves on using foods grown in our own garden located on Science Street in Ballston Spa. The site is soil quality tested, supplemented by organic products and composting materials and maintained by ND executive chef and owners. "It's wonderful to get the experience of growing the produce and items that are served to our patrons" states Chef Strom. Owners Matthew Hall and Chris Fignar are thrilled that produce will supplement or wholly source menu items during the summer months. Additionally, the team attempts to serve items grown from local farms and small production vendors. We seek to create dishes that are inspired by traditional comfort food with contemporary flair. The cuisine is unpretentious yet has depth and complexity. Chef Jeffrey Strom brings with him a unique blend of techniques and creativity that sets his food apart. The service is refined and friendly. Our servers are highly knowledgeable regarding the menu items, purveyors, wine list, craft beer selection and offerings of unique cocktails with boutique distill ingredients. Our wine and cocktail lists were created with small production, family owned and sustainable practices in mind. Our unique wine list is in keeping with our mission and offers a fresh approach to impeccable wines. Distilleries chosen reflect our high standards and are local when possible including those from Greenfield, NY and other small batch single pot distilled distilleries. Our craft draught beer selection is strictly New York sourced. Hall states that "with so many outstanding NY craft beers, it was a great opportunity to stay local and offer great craft beers that showcase NY breweries". ND offers only the highest quality products in a comfortable and eclectic atmosphere. We designed a space that is warm and inviting with copper accents, local oil paintings and custom crafted lighting with hand blow glasswork. The newly renovated dining room was designed using locally reclaimed barn wood and barn door pulled from locations in Brandt Lake and Ballston Spa, NY. The barn door was located on Middleline Road and had once been on a barn owned by Hezekiah Middlebrook ; one of the founders of Ballston Spa. Renovations of the restaurant were supported by local construction, glass blower, artisan painters and copper craftsman. The restaurant is a warm and inviting atmosphere with unique touches that make it a perfect neighborhood space to enjoy great food and company.
Reviewed By LudwellMom - Saratoga Springs, New York
We live in neighboring Saratoga Springs which is thought to have most of the area's finest restaurants. Not so. This place is terrific. The food is inventive without being trendy and downright delicious. We loved our meals and will definitely return. The service was not quite as good as the food but they were exceptionally busy. The one real disappointment was the noise level which made it really tough to hear among our small party of 4. Next time, weather permitting, we will eat outside. Loved this place. Great bars too!
5. Iron Roost
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 187 reviews
Here at Iron Roost, we dare to be different. Our specialty is gourmet waffles, but it really is so much more!! Kind service, a cozy atmosphere, and some of the best darn coffee you'll ever sip on. We are passionate about what we do, and take pride in the quality and uniqueness of our product. We use only the finest and freshest ingredients to create dishes that will fill your belly and warm your heart. We hope you enjoy your experience as much as we did creating it. Thank you. Long live the waffle!
Reviewed By Lyda S
Breakfast was delicious and coffee was good. We ate outside and wish we had waited for inside table since as soon as the food arrived so did the local flying insects. It was a beautiful fall day so it was still lovely to be outside.
6. Augie's Family Style Italian
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By DenyseAlbany_NY - Albany, NY
Everything in the kitchen sink (a menu item with tomatoes cream sauce penne, shrimp, sausage and chicken.) - delicious. Not hard to pick this item off menu even though it requires a decision for 2-4 people to share one dish. 2 people are and we left with enough food for have dinner completely for another night. Total bill $32 for one dish but huge family style quantities. Scrumptious flavor. Wine was $12 per glass - a little pricey but there were less expensive options I didn't notice on the menu. A special on the menu could have me return just to try.llit was an acorn squash filled with soup, loaded with shrimp - it looked delicious and unique. So wish the family could open another restaurant in Albany as there truly isn't another competitor I can even think of that comes close to as good as this was. Wish I lived in Ballston Spa.
7. The Whistling Kettle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
The Whistling Kettle is a full service cafe and tea room with a diverse menu offering for everyone. Paninis, crepes, artisan soups, plenty of salad choices, home made scones, tea sandwiches, beer and wine and over 150+ types of tea. We also offer all our tea in bulk as well as a full line of merchandise.
Reviewed By jett137 - Albany, New York
Perhaps this is just a tough time of year to expect much. From the first, it was difficult to even get near the door of this restaurant, as the street had foot deep ice water and snow that one had to cross to get there. Why this restaurant does not bother to even attempt to clear the area in front of it so that people can enter without going ankle deep in ice water is a mystery to me. After that aggravation, we were treated to a rather unfriendly hostess who appeared annoyed that we had bothered to make a reservation for brunch. That reservation, according to her, did not exist. Although there were empty booths, we were then told we could not sit in any of them. After working our way through the crowded restaurant, which has patrons buying tea crowding the limited walk space, we were seated. Food was ok, nothing special and the portions were average size. Waitress did her best but the majority of the wait staff seemed more intent on standing around and chatting with each other. Again, maybe it was the time of year but we will not be back anytime soon.
8. Alaturco Mediterranean Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
Homemade food, good restaurant Kabab, Gyro, appetizer ve good fish. Mediterranean Grill. try and see the difference
Reviewed By lisa9962 - upstate NY
First visit to this restaurant. Waitress was really nice and sat us right away. Menu has a lot to offer. We ordered 4 appetizers. Kitchen couldn't keep up with orders and it was quite a long wait. Stuffed grape leaves were good; babaganous and zucchini...MoreDear Lisa, we know it's terrible to wait. millions of thanks for understanding. ⚘???
9. Henry's Irish Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By rwjw - Amsterdam, New York
Stopped in for a late lunch. Had the fish and chips. Huge fish piece, 2 sauces both good. Wife had the burger, perfectly cooked to her request. Nice house wine. Outside seating a little cramped. Will go back. Good service by Christina.
10. Publik House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By peanutsNewYork - New Smyrna Beach, Florida
We really like to come here after we leave the races at Saratoga. We usually stay close by at the Hyatt Place and they provide a free shuttle over here. They have probably the worlds coldest beer on tap served by excellent and friendly bar staff. We usually come for the popcorn and pizza but I have seen some other good looking food pass by. The pizza is always a winner here.
