The Excelsior Pub

Experience authentic Japanese flavors at Izakaya Kinko, a Japanese pub and restaurant in Downtown Albany serving inspired small plates, handcrafted cocktails, and shareable dishes in a lively izakaya setting. Located below State Street, it's the perfect spot for dinner, drinks with friends, date nights, or a quick bite while exploring Downtown Albany. First come first serve, no reservations.

Loch & Quay (🔐) is situated in downtown Albany on the corner of Broadway & Beaver (a hop skip and a jump from the Times Union Center). The 24′ mahogany bar comfortably seats 15 patrons, with 12 tables available inside, and 8 more out on the patio March-October. 14 draught beers (no crap on tap), plenty of bottles and cans (domestic & craft), as well as wine, liquor, and cocktails. Our galley kitchen can accommodate those who’d like to grab a bite to eat, and runs from noon until 10pm everyday but Sundays.

8 Delaware Ave

The Lionheart Pub and Brewery was founded in 1992 as one of Albany's first craft beer bars. The pub has 45 craft beers on tap. (42 commercial beers and 3 of our own beers brewed/served in house only).

Pub grub such as fish 'n' chips alongside British beers & single malts in a 1730s brick Colonial.

The lark Street Tavern is one of the longest running bars in Albany. Established 1933 we offer great drinks, food, and good people in a unique bar atmosphere.

Casual Dining, Italian American fare, Including, Dinners, Burgers, Wings, Sandwiches, Salads, Home made Soup and Starters. Including a full bar serving 12 draft beers and bottled beer. A variety of wines. And the mixed drink of your choice.

Albany's neighborhood bar with a rustic chic interior serving bar fare and an extensive selection of beer.