# Good places to eat in the 518. **URL:** \ **Category:** Shift518 Off Topic\ **Created:** [November 19, 2007, 10:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120 "2007-11-19T10:55:56Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![timmay](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/6a8cbe/32.png) [@timmay](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/timmay)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 7:03am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/21 "2007-11-20T07:03:25Z")
> [@GranMassaX](#): > > you could do that at the barnsider. They have a badass salad bar that comes with all the dinners as well. If you get a drink each and an app then you will go over your $60+tips, but you get the idea. > > bar/pub: **Malt River Brewery and Brown’s Tap room** - You cannot beat either of these places and if you have gone to either and still prefer another place then you are a fool. Malt has 28 beers on draft. And I’m not talking pussy beer like bud and coors. 90% of the beers on draft are microbrews or rarely seen imports. They also have a large selection of out of the norm bottles… and the food is kick ass. Brown’s tap room makes their own beer and it is quality stuff. Food is god damn good too. Can’t go wrong. I’d put Brown’s slightly above Malt, but since I live a half mile away from Malt I go there way more often. I’ve never been to Brown’s, I’ll have to check it out and I have only been to Malt River Brewery once and had a terrible experience, I guess I’ll have to give it a shot again - thanks for the suggestions. ---
**Author:** ![GranMassaX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/granmassax/32/6299_2.png) [@GranMassaX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/GranMassaX)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 7:05am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/22 "2007-11-20T07:05:49Z")
what happened at Malt? ---
**Author:** ![Code\_Blue](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/7ea924/32.png) [@Code\_Blue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Code_Blue)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 7:17am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/23 "2007-11-20T07:17:26Z")
also slicks cafe in schenectady. small little mom and pops diner/bar. you get a huge sandwich for not alot of money. Me and vlad usually make it a destination on our adventures. nothing like the stage coach deli in NYC but for schenectady, it’s good ---
**Author:** ![votblindub](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/votblindub/32/6280_2.png) [@votblindub](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/votblindub)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 7:45am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/24 "2007-11-20T07:45:09Z")
Tai Pan in clifton park ---
**Author:** ![K20power](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/41988e/32.png) [@K20power](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/K20power)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 7:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/25 "2007-11-20T07:46:54Z")
Carrabba’s i dont know if that was mentioned but thats really good and a more formal place to eat ---
**Author:** ![Shawn96VR-4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/eada6e/32.png) [@Shawn96VR-4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shawn96VR-4)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 8:44am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/26 "2007-11-20T08:44:07Z")
Lazy Boy Saloon in White Plains, NY got voted best wings in Westchester but they suck ass. Go figure. But, over _500_ beers available. Amazing. ---
**Author:** ![timmay](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/6a8cbe/32.png) [@timmay](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/timmay)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 8:51am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/27 "2007-11-20T08:51:35Z")
> [@GranMassaX](#): > > what happened at Malt? I had terrible food, but it was more then a few years ago and I guess anyone can have an “off” night, I know my brother has raved about. Maybe this is the kick in the ass I need to give it another shot :banana ---
**Author:** ![K20power](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/41988e/32.png) [@K20power](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/K20power)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 8:56am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/28 "2007-11-20T08:56:13Z")
> [@Shawn96VR-4](#): > > Lazy Boy Saloon in White Plains, NY got voted best wings in Westchester but they suck ass. Go figure. But, over _500_ beers available. Amazing. yeah Old Chicago on wolf road is part of the World Beer Tour and they have soo many beers from all over ---
**Author:** ![OsoiNA6](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/osoina6/32/6301_2.png) [@OsoiNA6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/OsoiNA6)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 4:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/29 "2007-11-20T16:38:54Z")
Burgers- I’m surprised no one mentioned Five Guys on Balltown Rd. in Schenectady. Their burgers are just straight juicy and the fries are off the hook, they taste like homemade ones, you know where you have to slice up the potato and it doesn’t have the processed taste… Real tight. I personally think it’s better than Red Robin, and cheaper too. Steaks and Stuff The Bears in Duanesburg doesn’t advertise, but their Chateaubriand is ridiculous! You have to order it a few days in advance so they can prepare it, and it’s just perfect. The seafood platter appetizer (salmon, big a$$ shrimp, herring) was great too. Service was excellent, desserts were killer. I’d go back there anytime… Need an excuse to try the Prime Rib, I hear that’s real nice. [http://timesunion.com/entertainment/restaurants/onerestaurant.asp?restaurantID=412](http://timesunion.com/entertainment/restaurants/onerestaurant.asp?restaurantID=412) Jack’s Oyster House down on State St. is also good. I’ve had their rack of lamb before- well prepared if not a bit small. But their french onion soup rocks. Chinese / Western Buffet- Capital Buffet over at Wolf Rd (in strip mall with Outback, Guitar Center) is a good joint. Their peanut chicken is crispy, sweet, and just goes down like hot butta… The coconut shrimp is very fresh too with a unique taste- just the right hint of coconut and not super oily. Very reasonable and diverse selection. ---
**Author:** ![Shawn96VR-4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/eada6e/32.png) [@Shawn96VR-4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shawn96VR-4)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2007, 6:03pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/30 "2007-11-20T18:03:04Z")
Good call on 5 Guys. ---
**Author:** ![GranMassaX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/granmassax/32/6299_2.png) [@GranMassaX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/GranMassaX)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2007, 4:42am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/31 "2007-11-21T04:42:39Z")
five guys, are you kidding me?!?! I go there quite often for lunch, but it is no where near the best burger around or even close for that matter. They are better than the local fast food joints and that why I go there, but they are nothing special. I think the burgers at TGIF are better. Ever go to Fudruckers on Wolf rd. They have good burgers. ---
**Author:** ![Shawn96VR-4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/eada6e/32.png) [@Shawn96VR-4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shawn96VR-4)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2007, 6:32am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/32 "2007-11-21T06:32:37Z")
I didn’t say Best. They probably are the best “fast food” that I have had or in the cheap eats category. ---
**Author:** ![GranMassaX](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/granmassax/32/6299_2.png) [@GranMassaX](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/GranMassaX)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2007, 7:01am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/33 "2007-11-21T07:01:24Z")
OsoiNA6 made it seem like some diamond in the rough/holy grail of burgers. Comparing them to homemade burgers is a huge stretch. He must make some shitty burgers at home if they compare to some “fast” food joint. ;D ---
**Author:** ![4ADAM12](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/4adam12/32/6282_2.png) [@4ADAM12](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/4ADAM12)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2007, 1:36pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/34 "2007-11-21T13:36:55Z")
> [@GranMassaX](#): > > OsoiNA6 made it seem like some diamond in the rough/holy grail of burgers. Comparing them to homemade burgers is a huge stretch. He must make some shitty burgers at home if they compare to some “fast” food joint. ;D BURN!!! ---
**Author:** ![timmay](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/6a8cbe/32.png) [@timmay](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/timmay)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2007, 1:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/35 "2007-11-21T13:38:30Z")
Had a lunch meeting today at Christines Bar and Grill on Central ave, it is across the street from Warren tire and Krausses chocolate, next to a valvoline/insta lube type place - it was pretty good, and cheap. Worth checking out if your in the area. There was also a modded MkIV GTI in the parking lot, I was there for a long time so I assume the person works there as it was there before me and after I left. ---
**Author:** ![timmay](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/6a8cbe/32.png) [@timmay](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/timmay)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2007, 1:40pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/36 "2007-11-21T13:40:10Z")
There is a fairly new 5 Guys on the East Greenbush/North Greenbush line, in the Home Depot/Staples strip mall. I don’t eat red meat so I’ve never gone there but have been told they have great fries, that alone may be enough for a 2 minute drive :banana ---
**Author:** ![JClark](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jclark/32/6309_2.png) [@JClark](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/JClark)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2007, 4:54pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/37 "2007-11-24T16:54:57Z")
Glad to see someone mentioned McGuire’s on Lark in Albany. I’ve been waiting to try it, only heard good things. Most of my favorites are up in Saratoga since I live farther north than a lot of you. Favorites are Sargo’s or Chianti’s for various reasons. Sargo’s is a little more expensive but excellent food. Chianti’s is very modern Italian with eeeeexxxcellent food, and it’s within walking distance to Broadway/Caroline for some after dinner fun. Good date spot. ---
**Author:** ![OsoiNA6](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/osoina6/32/6301_2.png) [@OsoiNA6](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/OsoiNA6)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2007, 5:45pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/38 "2007-11-24T17:45:35Z")
> [@GranMassaX](#): > > OsoiNA6 made it seem like some diamond in the rough/holy grail of burgers. Comparing them to homemade burgers is a huge stretch. He must make some shitty burgers at home if they compare to some “fast” food joint. ;D Sorry I don’t mean to come off as gourmet know it all or anything like that… But this list is mainly subjective anyways. I can’t say I’ve tried the Fuddrucker’s burger but I will on your recommendation. I do like Five Guys better than Red Robin though for burgers. And I like their fries as well. ---
**Author:** ![redroof](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/f1d935/32.png) [@redroof](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/redroof)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2007, 10:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/39 "2007-11-24T22:22:44Z")
fuckin’ MOES, dammit. Nobody mentioned that shit. MOES PWNZ. And I second Brown’s. [aka Troy Pub + Brewery]. My personal fave. Also, Holmes + Watson right next to the troy post office is another EXCELLENT bar. Over 200 beers available in bottles or on tap. Food is also excellent and reasonably priced. Cozy atmosphere. ---
**Author:** ![Shawn96VR-4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/eada6e/32.png) [@Shawn96VR-4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Shawn96VR-4)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2007, 11:22pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120/40 "2007-11-24T23:22:07Z")
Bombers \> Moes Can’t even get alcohol at Moes. WTF. :nono [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/good-places-to-eat-in-the-518/235120.md?page=3)