Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: January 15-19
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing with restaurants opening, closing, relocating, or just doing their thing. Here’s a recap of the latest Capital Region restaurant news, January 15 through 19.
Hattie’s hosting job fair for new Albany location
Hattie’s Restaurant, a popular fried chicken spot, is holding a job fair for its new restaurant on Albany’s South End. The job fair runs Tuesday, January 16 through Sunday, January 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the new restaurant on Madison Avenue.
Where to get a bagel in the Capital Region for National Bagel Day
National Bagel Day was on January 15, but here the places where you can get a bagel all-year round.
Amsterdam’s SoupFest winners announced
Amsterdam’s sixth annual SoupFest took place on Saturday, January 13. Attendees were able to cast their votes for the Best Soup and the Most Unique Soup in the city.
The Trestle Restaurant & Pub opens for dine-in in Watervliet
The Trestle Restaurant & Pub has officially opened up its dining room in Watervliet. The restaurant opened for dine-in on Friday, January 12.
Glenville restaurant hosting Winter Fest with ice bar
Max410 at The Waters Edge in Glenville is hosting Winter Fest with its first-ever ice bar. The event is set for Saturday, January 27 from noon to 9 p.m.
Mario’s Restaurant in Lake George up for sale
Mario’s Restaurant, a staple in Lake George since 1954, is up for sale. The property is listed with Muroff Hospitality for $2,395,000.
Where to find popcorn spots in the Capital Region
National Popcorn Day was on January 19. From sweet to savory, buttered or coated in caramel, however you like your popcorn – there is a long list of options. Here's some places you can find the snack in the Capital Region.
Sperry’s in Saratoga Springs finds a new owner
Louis Lazzinnaro, who also owns Nové Italian Restaurant in Wilton, is set to buy Sperry’s Restaurant at 30 1/2 Caroline Street in Saratoga Springs. He told NEWS10 that the sale should be finalized in the next 10 days.
Alltown Fresh offering chance to win free coffee for a year
To celebrate its fifth anniversary, Alltown Fresh is selecting a winner from each of its stores to win free coffee for a year. In the Capital Region, Alltown Fresh has stores in Schenectady, Fort Edward, and Livingston.
Restaurateur to open new eatery in Great Barrington
Triplex Cinema in Great Barrington has enlisted local restaurateur Josh Irwin to open a brand-new dining experience. The Triplex Cinema, a cornerstone of Great Barrington’s cultural scene, is set to welcome acclaimed Berkshire County restaurateur Josh Irwin, known for Cantina 229 and MoonCloud, to launch a distinctive dining venture named Juju’s.
Middleburgh café closes its doors after two years
Benny’s Café in Middleburgh has closed its doors. The owners made the announcement in a Facebook post on January 14.
Irish pub in Greene County closes its doors
Murphy’s Law Public House, an Irish pub located at 1147 Main Street in Leeds, closed at the beginning of January for a winter break and was slated to reopen at the end of the month. However, the Murphy family announced in mid-January that they would not be reopening.
Specialty coffee company in the Berkshires up for sale
After 32 years, Paul Lovegreen has decided to sell his business Tunnel City Coffee. The business is listed for sale with Stone House Properties for $995,000.
New Mexican restaurant opens in Waterford
A new Mexican restaurant recently opened in Waterford. I Love Rosa is located at 90 Broad Street.
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