Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: June 3-7

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, June 3 through 7.

New concessionaire opens at Lake George beach

Million Dollar Beach in Lake George has a new vendor running its concession stand. This is The Lemonade Parlor’s second location in Lake George.

Participating lineup for Lake George Restaurant Week

Lake George Restaurant Week is returning from June 9 to 15. Several restaurants in the Lake George area are offering three-course meals for $35 per person.

Father’s Day restaurant specials in the Capital Region

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 16. If you don’t already have plans with your dad, many restaurants in the Capital Region will be open and serving specials to celebrate the day.

Off the Beaten Path: Saratoga Hot Dog Company

For 20 years, Saratoga Hot Dog Company has relished the opportunity to serve up “awesome dogs.” Owner Kathy Kahl says that cooking and being outside is her passion.

Ballston Spa’s Route 50 Diner reopens after brief shutdown by state

Route 50 Diner, located at 2002 Doubleday Avenue (Route 50) in Ballston Spa, reopened after it was shut down by the New York State Department of Health.

Capital Region restaurants that opened, closed so far in 2024

The restaurant industry is ever-changing. These are the restaurants that have opened — and closed — in the Capital Region so far in 2024.

DeFazio’s Pizza awarded funding for new restaurant project

A local business received some funding to expand their reach in the Capital Region. DeFazio’s Pizza in Troy was awarded $50,000 in federal COVID relief funds.

Upcoming restaurant openings in the Capital Region

From Mediterranean eateries to diners to bakeries to tasting rooms, several restaurants in the Capital Region are planning to open this year. Here are some restaurant openings to look out for in the coming months.

Mexican restaurant holds ribbon cutting in Rensselaer

Al Punto Picante, located at 1204 Washington Avenue in Rensselaer, opened about two months ago but had its ribbon cutting with the Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce on Thursday. The restaurant is owned by Jenny Berrio and her partner Francisco.

Caffe Italia sets opening for Guilderland location

Caffe Italia Ristorante, which was a staple at 662 Central Avenue in Albany for more than 40 years, has announced the opening of its new location in Guilderland. The eatery is set to open at 2080 Western Avenue in Guilderland’s Hamilton Square on Friday, June 7.

Ted’s Fish Fry celebrating 75 years in July

Ted’s Fish Fry is turning 75 years old in July. To celebrate the milestone, the local seafood chain is having a “Tour De Ted’s” from July 8 to 14 and offering 75-cent fish fries.

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