Best Lunch Restaurants in Albany

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1. Josie's Table

4.8

Exceptional(1054)

Price: Moderate

• American • Albany

Booked 48 times today

Josie's Table offers amazing local farm to table cuisine accompanied by our signature craft cocktails.Something new and unique to the Albany area.

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2. Milano - Latham NY

4.5

Awesome(1125)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Latham

Booked 14 times today

Distinctive Northern Italian cuisine, served in an atmosphere of casual elegance. While dining in the Bistro setting, enjoy fresh homemade pasta, grilled seafood, poultry, veal specialties, and wood fired gourmet pizzas from the open-air kitchen. Indulge yourself with one of our signature desserts, gelato or pastries. Innovative daily specials are offered with both the Lunch and Dinner menu. A knowledgeable and courteous staff will guide you through our award winning wine list that boasts over 180 selections.

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3. Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - Albany

4.4

Awesome(368)

Price: Expensive

• American • Albany

Booked 5 times today

A local contemporary dining experience with fresh and healthy options. Conveniently located inside the new Renaissance Hotel, our restaurant features a historical yet modern feel with a spacious restaurant and lounge where you can grab a quick breakfast before you start your day, or relax and enjoy your evening. Wellington's Restaurant will offer much to savor and discover with small plates, contemporary American flare, engaging staff, and crafted libations.

4. 677 Prime

4.7

Exceptional(2720)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Albany

Booked 28 times today

A sophisticated steakhouse providing a luxurious dining atmosphere and refined ambiance, showcasing a selection of over 400 wines and weekday bar specials, along with a diverse menu tailored to accommodate various preferences and dietary requirements.

5. The Copper Crow

4.4

Awesome(325)

Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Albany

Booked 13 times today

The Copper Crow is a purveyor of fine food & craft cocktails located in the historic Andrew Kirk & Son’s Brewery building at 904 Broadway in Albany, New York’s North end warehouse district. The Copper Crow’s food menu features an eclectic collection of American fusion dishes that incorporate international influences, ingredients & cooking methods from various regions around the world. Wherever possible we rely on ingredients that are sustainably & locally sourced. Tuesday through Friday the bar opens at 4pm and the kitchen opens at 5pm and closes at 10pm. On Saturday and Sunday the bar and kitchen open at noon. Saturday night the kitchen closes at 10pm and Sunday night the kitchen closes at 9pm.

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6. Albany War Room Sushi & Steakhouse

4.1

Excellent(151)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Albany

Booked 6 times today

The Albany War Room Tavern is Albany's finest sushi and steak restaurant located in a political-themed historic tavern in downtown Albany. Award winning Japanese sushi by Chef Saso. Where Albany's A-list celebrities and politicians like to dine. Voted best sushi North of New York City. Nightly entertainment with a hip bar scene. Located across from the Albany Capital Center and the Renaissance Hotel.

7. Mr. D's

4.7

Exceptional(288)

Price: Moderate

• American • Albany

Booked 3 times today

Located at the Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel, Mr.D's serves a modern American menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner from Executive Chef Michael St. John and his award-winning culinary team. Guest favorites include our Skillet breakfasts, Drunken Goat Cheese Salad, Pancetta Wrapped Shrimp and Desmond Bread Pudding. Happy Hour is 4:30-6:30PM daily with small plate specials and $2 off draft beers, wines by the glass and listed specialty cocktails. Weekend Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday featuring delicious specials such as Filet Eggs Benedict and Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes.

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8. Margarita City Mexican Grill And Bar

4.4

Awesome(90)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Colonie

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Margarita City Mexican Grill & Bar! Our family-run, independent restaurant offers the best quality Mexican food options. We offer a great place to meet, eat and socialize for lunch or dinner. Our patio remains open for the Summer through Fall, so sit back and relax with a tower of margarita and some Tacos.We can host a variety of different events, such as wedding receptions, birthday parties, baptisms, company parties/events, corporate meetings, etc.There is a 15-minute grace period on all reservations. Please call and inform us if you will be later than your intended reservation time. Check out our Facebook and Instagram to see all the new margarita flavors, events, and menu items!

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9. Kismet Mediterranean Grill

4.4

Awesome(163)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Albany

Booked 3 times today

A delicious taste of the Mediterranean in Albany/NY

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10. The City Beer Hall

3.9

Excellent(261)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Albany

Booked 3 times today

The City Beer Hall is an American beer hall & housed within downtown Albany’s historic & beautiful old telephone company. Inventive menus focus on locally sourced, seasonal, from-scratch cuisine. Indoor/outdoor seating for dinner, brunch, & late night.Featuring some of the best craft beverages in the area; we have 20 rotating beer/cider taps, an extensive can/bottle list, & full bar. If you’re looking for a special brew that’s available in the area, chances are we’re pouring it. Not to mention, guests receive a FREE personal pizza with each beer/cocktail purchased! If you’re not looking to stay long, we offer beer to-go in cans.Our Main Hall is a great location to host a lively group dinner, enjoy a cozy first date by the fireplace, or simply meet some friends for happy hour & a free pizza. Our huge outdoor patio is perfect for a sunny brunch or late night cocktail under the stars. Friday & Saturday late night our second level turns into a dance flo

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Thomas
Southwest Florida •32 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our dinner was very good. Our waitress was knowledgeable and attentive. The manager stopped bye our table. One of our favorite restaurants.
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Milano - Latham NYPrice: Moderate• Italian• Latham
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4.5
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Bart
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The various dishes we ordered were well prepared and excellent. The service was also great, everyone enjoyed the visit and would go back again.
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Josie's TablePrice: Moderate• American• Albany
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4.8
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Christina
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Jan 2025
Wonderful as aways. Also an added lovely conversation with the manger.
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677 PrimePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Albany
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4.7
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Allyssa
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 Jan 2025
Outstanding! From the ambiance, the staff, food, and drinks, you won't regret experiencing Wellington
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Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - AlbanyPrice: Expensive• American• Albany
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4.4
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Debbie
New York City •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 Dec 2024
Amazing. Loved it. Food, drinks and service is all stellar.
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The Copper CrowPrice: Moderate• Fusion / Eclectic• Albany
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4.4

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Josie's Table

2. Milano - Latham NY

3. Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - Albany

4. 677 Prime

5. The Copper Crow

6. Albany War Room Sushi & Steakhouse

7. Mr. D's

8. Margarita City Mexican Grill And Bar

9. Kismet Mediterranean Grill

10. The City Beer Hall

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