American cuisine: the best places to taste it in Rensselaer

19 restaurant menus in Rensselaer, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Wagon Wheel Bar & Grill
89/100 (189 ratings)
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Bar
Pub
American
American
Bar
Pub
Dinner
Lunch
American
Bar
Pub
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Janet's Kitchen
Janet's Kitchen
86/100 (216 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
American
American
Diner
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
American
Diner
Lunch
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Classic small town diner. Serves breakfast and lunch. The food is good and cheap. Cash..."
Kevin Young
"My wife and I make a point of eating at Janet's Kitchen whenever we drive from North Carolina to Wisconsin to visit family. It may be a few miles out..."
Steve Q
"Cannot say enough good things about this place! The food is amazing no matter what you get and the deco is really..."
Jules Whitlow
"I stumbled upon this little gem of nostalgia. Riding down the interstate I pulled off thinking I was going to have breakfast at the "Farmhouse"...."
Diana Cato
"Anyone who gives this restaurant less than 5 stars genuinely has zero business rating anything,..."
Mitchell Swan
"When you think of things a small town needs this is one of those things. It's not just a cute little cafe with good food but a place to meet..."
Savannah Claussen
"Fastest homemade breakfast in town--and the prices are great! Complete with BS- er table for local regulars, this down-home jewel in Rensselaer will..."
Jeff Moe
"Excellent food for a good price, will definitely be coming back! Staff is very friendly, and everything is prepared quickly. Make sure you have cash..."
Chris Shear
Skyline Diner
Skyline Diner
83/100 (2093 ratings)
Restaurants
Diner
American
Diner
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Toasts
Sit down
American
Diner
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Don't doubt this place and just give it a try already. We went for breakfast on a Saturday morning and enjoyed every minute of it. We were greeted by..."
Konigin E
"Went to breakfast here with three co workers. We all loved our breakfast!!! The food was delicious and the waitress gave us service with a smile. I..."
Drew McClellan
"Service was good, waitress friendly and on top of stuff. Breakfast was very good, and I liked their coffee. Would have given it a 5, but my wife..."
Ralph Morano
"Quick service and yummy food! I had the Skyline Special which was delicious and very reasonably priced. My partner tried their toasted almond..."
Angela Castellani
"My partner and I absolutely love this place. The service is amazing, everyone is very friendly and kind. Food always comes out quickly and is very..."
Julia Giroux
"Absolutely amazing. Busy or not busy food comes out and is always hot and fresh. The waitresses are amazing and have great memory of who are regulars..."
David Repko
"Great diner, full menu plus specials every day. Closes by 3:00 pm.overlooks Albany skyline. Has been nicely renovated.great wait staff; so friendly...."
Robert Lustbader
"Amazing food, staff is super friendly and wonderful atmosphere. One of my favorite spots highly..."
Lunchbox
Royal Oak Family Restaurant
Royal Oak Family Restaurant
82/100 (1195 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Vegetarian Friendly
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
American
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"This restaurant is very modern and very clean. It had a very friendly wait staff and fast hot food as well. Loved it will come back..."
Jennifer Munoz
"We have eaten here at least 30 times if not 100, dine in and take out. The food is hot and tasty 99% of the time. I love their soup and wraps,..."
Savannah Claussen
"Fantastic food, Great Service, Reasonably Priced. My favorite place to..."
Shelly Johnson
"Love their fajita rolls & their French fries! My order has always been correct, & my food hot, even when I ordered take out. The one thing I wish..."
Jenna Nagel
"I got the bomber burger and fries. The burger was amazing but a little big. Fries weren't the greatest but they're ketchup sure made up for it!..."
Tristan Smith
Moonshiners Bar & Grill
Moonshiners Bar & Grill
82/100 (97 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
American
American
Bar
Pub
Dinner
Lunch
American
Bar
Pub
Dinner
Lunch
"Awesome all you can eat wings..."
Savannah Claussen
"The cod dinner was really good. Their side vegetables are not great though. Fresh steamed veggies would complement their main dishes well. Steaks..."
Austin Zeilmann
"Service and staff made the place. Prices are very reasonable. Oh, did I mention the food was good as..."
Bill Riester
"Food was very good, prices reasonable, and waitresses were very..."
Grany Milty
"Awesome service. Awesome food. Love the side salad and John Wayne burger. So..."
Patricia Raddatz
"Amazing food, great prices, fun-loving atmosphere. Great family restaurant..."
Kelly Minix
Off Shore Pier Restaurant
Off Shore Pier Restaurant
81/100 (993 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
American
American
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Scallops
Clams
Fish & chips
Oyster
Chowder
Haddock
Seafood Platters
Cakes
Fish
Shrimp
Salad
Sit down
Seafood
American
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Quaint little fish fry place in East Green Bush…. With a fresh fish market rite next door for all your fresh fish needs…. Fish dinners are pretty..."
Gloria Brown
"Happy Good Friday fish fry!!! I have been buying fresh fish from here for many years and its one of the best fish markets in the capital district...."
Egahh
"Very good food, the waiters were very kind and polite, I have a disable most people make fun of me but everyone there was so nice I really enjoy..."
Zayan Sohail
"I ordered a bushel of little neck clams at the end of the summer last year they were so fresh they went above and beyond getting them for me from..."
Wayne Fisher
"I've been going to Off Shore Pier since I was a kid. They have the BEST Broiled Fish. ALWAYS FRESH! Broiled Haddock & Broiled Shore Fries is a great..."
Patrick Ryan
"My favorite to go us the fish fries (no bun). Today I bought 4...it's always fried to perfection...golden on the outside, flaky on the inside. The..."
Zaida Sanchez
Casey's Restaurant
Casey's Restaurant
91/100 (605 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Seafood
American
American
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Turkey Sandwich
Shrimp
Cakes
Pesto
Fish
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Scallops
Calamari
Calamares
Salmon
Sandwiches
Burger
Crab Cake
Haddock
Filet Mignon
Sit down
American
Bar
Seafood
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"This is a great place to eat everything is awesome. The problem is now they don’t serve dinner anymore. Only lunch on certain days and bar. They..."
Garry Ero
"This restaurant has been around for years and I have eaten at it many times both for lunch and an occasional dinner. In the past they also had..."
Deborah Lyman
"Had a great time at Casey's. We had to wait just a few minutes for them to move a partition at the bar to make room for our party once a couple moved..."
David Howell
"Very cozy and inviting restaurant, food was plentiful and delicious. Kind of a hidden jem in Rensselaer county. I highly recommend..."
John Fuschino
"Had fish and chips was fresh and delicious with blueberry lemon dessert Excellent wait..."
George Tobias
"My favorite local restaurant! Always clean, friendly and have not had a bad meal there in the several years we have gone there. Wish it was open for..."
Margaret OConnor
"I have been in Rensselaer for a year now. I always see this place and I never thought much of it. I decided to go in today and was BLOWN away. The..."
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June's Restaurant
June's Restaurant
79/100 (152 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Dinner
Sit down
American
Dinner
"My wife's train was late so I walked into June's for a beer and had the best time. A friendly bartender, a room full of friendly people and I even..."
Geoff Engelman
"Food was great. Menu is a bit limited, but it's by far your best option if you are waiting at the Amtrak station. Burger was cooked correctly...."
Jason Grant
"Well I love June's restaurant for starters because I've known her since I was a little kid riding the Amtrak in 2nd off it's the best place to unwind..."
J T
"I stopped here when my train made a long stop at Albany and enjoyed a salad and moosehead. The folks were pleasant and June is pretty amazing...."
Jim Montgomery
"EXCELLENT place to stop after a long train ride. Get the hamburger/cheeseburger I promise you will NOT be disappointed. It is the BEST burger I..."
Teresa
"Beautiful spot near the Amtrak Albany-Renselear train station. Made some great regulars while I was there. Hope to see y'all real soon!! Def check it..."
Jon McFarlane
"Get off the train if you have an hour, get a fine hamburger, a beer and walk back to your train...."
Tom Sadowski
"Awesome stop on Amtrak route to Chicago 1 hour and 15 minutes layover great time to grab a burger or some appetizers at the outside building in front..."
Peter Cief
Gene's Fish Fry
Gene's Fish Fry
78/100 (449 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Fast Food
Fast food
Seafood
American
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Fish
Burger
Sit down
Fast food
American
Seafood
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"This is a old school place to get a good burger or fish fry. The portions are small so go for a snack not a full meal. They are only open for the..."
Garry Ero
"This place has great fish..."
James Morrissey
"I cannot wait for Gene's to open. I don't know where the people who criticized Gene's came from but every meal I have eaten there is awesome. No one..."
Melissa Moore
"An Albany classic (in East Greenbush). Scallop rolls are outstanding, best I've had outside of the Cape. Same with the clam strips. Cheap, quick,..."
Eamon Millar
"Excellent food and service. Beautiful view overlooking the albany skyline. Gets better every..."
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"The place is an institution. The food is good quality. The fries taste like they are made from russet potatoes. Haddock is great. Clams are tender...."
Bear Kosik
"Went here last Friday. I wanted to say that I love this place. The food was excellent. I especially loved the fish frys. I have missed coming here..."
Sharon Leppanen
Roasted Red Pepper
Roasted Red Pepper
75/100 (221 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Soups
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
American
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Always delish food alway great friendly service. Best quality meats and salads. Not sure why anyone has negative..."
Heidi Stack
"I love this place we have been going there for years the owner has always been nice but lately my last 2 times and today being our last time ever he..."
Elvira O'Rourke
"Amazing! Went in for the first time just to check it out. All of the staff was so nice and welcoming and very informative. The chicken parm sandwich,..."
sarah robbins
"Great food. I had no idea that I could get a real meatball sub right next to subway. Apparently they have been here for 15 years and I'm just finding..."
Andy Crowley
"This place always has amazing soups and great sandwiches, and they have gluten-free bread! The staff is always friendly! All around a great place to..."
Amanda
"The Roasted Red Pepper is a deli-style store that features a coffee station and tables and chairs so that you can eat in or take out. I love their..."
Mary Ann
"Best subs and soups in the North Greenbush area. Sausalito turkey is my favorite! This place is always clean and everyone is so nice! Always will be..."
Madassar Munir
Recovery Sports Grill
Recovery Sports Grill
74/100 (1641 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
Grill
Grill
American
American
Healthy
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Grilled Cheese
Seared ahi tuna
Chicken Quinoa Bowl
Bavarian Pretzel
Gorgonzola Waffle Fries
Buffalo Wontons
Homerun Nachos
Chopped Southwest
Hand Dipped Tender Entree
Grilled Chicken and Quinoa
Alfredo Pasta With Chicken
Faith American Lager
Burger
Fish & Chips
Lump Crab Cake and Steak
Chicken Wings
Extra Dressing
Buffalo Wings
9oz Steakhouse Sirloin with Mashed Potatoes and Rice
Wings
French Fries
Faith American Blue IPA
Sit down
Grill
American
Healthy
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food was smack. Cant wait to go back. Great servers. Nice clean tv's and the best turkey club and wings around. Juniors is probably slightly..."
Daniel Jones
"A little blow away. Great service, staff unbelievable, food was good. But what did it fir me was the fact it was a retirement party that I later..."
James Richburg
"TV's on every wall. The Bavarian pretzels were delicious. Service was fast and..."
Emily Karsten
"Stopped in for a quick lunch. We sat at the bar. Very quiet at the time...Food was good and very friendly..."
Wendy VanBramer
"I was visiting back home from Texas recently and stopped in to Recovery Sports Grill with my best friend. We had a great time there reminiscing and..."
Bethann Prather
"Food is great! Services is very friendly! Doing the best they can with lack of staff. I do wish the servers were wearing gloves again since this new..."
Connor
"Typical pub food with a flair. Lots of fried food. Would NOT suggest if you have food allergies. However, they do offer a grilled chicken dinner...."
Melanie Garbaini
Chili's
Chili's
73/100 (941 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Crispy Cheddar Bites
TX Fries w Chili
Jose Cuervo Margarita for Cinco De Mayo
Grilled Avocado Salsa Sirloin Steak
Ancho Chili Salmon
Hamburger Sliders with Fries
Margaritas
Maker's Margarita
Game
Arnold Palmer
Margarita Chips and Salsa
Mexican Street Corn
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Fajita Trio
Bottomless Chips & Salsa
Quesadilla
Just Bacon Burger
Chicken Salad
Chicken Enchilada Soup
Spinach Queso
Sit down
American
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Best service I have ever had at a CHILIS! Ask for Clair or candy wonderful service! Ate all of my food. Strong suggest brisket of..."
Jamie Countryman
"I'm not sure how other people judge their experience at these types of chain restaurants but I just expect the same food to come out in a reasonable..."
Andy Crowley
"Chili's is ok. The waitress came fast and took our order. The waitress was great but the food is only ok. I feel like the selection is small so I..."
Karen Luzinas
Kfc
Kfc
70/100 (2782 ratings)
Quick Bites
American
Fast Food
Fast food
American
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
American
Fast food
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"I love Kentucky Fried Chicken! Every thing they cook is tasty. I go there every chance I..."
Vivian Ann Prater Michal
"Always..."
Dan Werner
"Great Experience. Food was good and restaurant was clean. Lots of space to accommodate Semi Tractor..."
GARLAND PARCHMENT
"This looks like it is relatively a new KFC. It has all the normal stuff plus a Buffet. The service was fast. The restaurant was very clean. My group..."
Lloyd Walker
"It's been a while since I've been through here. Maybe a couple of years. It's nice to see they have upgraded the entire place. 🤗. I like it. ..."
Tony Palomba
"This was my first KFC buffet and it did not disappoint! I got all I could eat of all my favorites including chicken livers! Food was fresh and great...."
Scott Bright
Subway
Subway
70/100 (2123 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Fast Food
"My husband and I stopped in to split a veggie delight and it was delightful indeed! The two staff women working were friendly, quick and made a well..."
Stacy Lewis
"Outstanding! Immensely satisfied, the staff is well-versed with the products and friendly! The two Ladies running the show today worked well..."
rrC Lewis
"My server was great. Managed a long line all by herself and she was so pleasant. Her Server number was 3477 from my receipt. Please commend..."
Richard Baker
"Always clean, professional, and the freshest ingredients! Employees always have a smile on their face and are willing to give you recommendations..."
John Dennehey
"Clean location with excellent service. Always a safe bet in this particular area. Hot Dog Charlie in the next door is a guilty pleasure..."
Anton Beletskii
Applebee's
Applebee's
70/100 (2473 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
American
American
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Thai Shrimp Salad
Salad
Chicken Wonton Tacos
Sangria
Chicken Ranch Sandwich
Iced tea
The Classic Combo
Pickles
Lemonade
Bloomin Burger
Broccoli
Side Salad Boneless Wings
Impossible Burger
Loaded Fried with Beer Cheese
Chicken Bowl
Bourbon Chicken
Chicken Tacos
Burger
Steak and Shrimp
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ribs
Chicken Wings
Sit down
American
Bar
Pub
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Server McKenna was single handedly managing the entire restaurant while she waited for her coworkers to show. Still a great smile and pleasant..."
Rachel Dunbar
"Great local Applebees. Staff has always been friendly and the place clean for the most..."
Anil Singh
"Gina is a great server! The food was AMAZING. The price for 2 for 26$ was very worth the meal. We were treated with so much respect and the customer..."
Lou Ster
"Lunch at Applebee's with a good friend. I wanted a burger and I got a great one. Actually followed thru when I asked for rare. A great glass of Peach..."
Linda Volpp
"It was a while since I had visited Applebee's, but I am glad that their chicken and shrimp was as tasty as it was. The side dishes were enough to..."
Glo Taylor
Subway
Subway
70/100 (2094 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
American
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
"My girlfriend and I come here ever once and a while, our favorite employee by far is the man named Adam, he’s very cheery and helpful. Today,..."
Mike Shaffer
"Friendly staff tables needed cleaned but nice visit fun lunch with..."
Chrissy Bailey
"I've been ordering pick-up lately so I can stop by and grab the food while I'm working. It's really convenient.They've always gotten my sandwich made..."
Whitney Hoeferlin
Panera Bread
Panera Bread
70/100 (1398 ratings)
Restaurants
Quick Bites
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Panera Broccoli Cheddar Bread Bowl
Panera Avocado and Egg White Spinach Sandwich with Chai Latte
Panera Sourdough Melts
Chipotle Chicken Scrambled Egg & Avocado on Ciabatta
Roasted Turkey & Avocado blt
Teriyaki Chicken & Broccoli Bowl
Mango Yuzu Citrus Charged Lemonade
Spicy Thai Chicken Salad
Sandwich and Soup Mac
Broccoli Cheddar Soup Blueberry Scone Green Goddess Smoothie and Turkey Sausage Egg White Sandwich
Squash
1 2 Cuban and Mac and Cheese
Signature Hot Chocolate
Topped with Whipped Cream and Chocolate and Caramel Drizzle
Panera Cookie Varieties
Panera Caesar Salad
Salad
Panera Bagel Variety
Panera Fuji Apple Salad
Greek salad
Panera Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup You Pick 2
American
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"This Panera is much better than others in the capital region. It's always quiet even when crowded and they're quick with ordering and getting the..."
Christina T
"The ordering process is easy and has kiosks for you to order if you're paying with a card. It's always clean and the staff are friendly. Food is on..."
Tara (Soraiyaah-WoW-Nathrezim)
"Great place for a tasty meal. My favorite is the pick 2 with tomato soup and spicy Thai salad. Nice size portion leaves you satisfied. Great..."
Vincent Nocito
"It was nice. The food was good and my friends thought it was cheap (They didn't pay). Unfortunately, People kept looking at my friends and I. We were..."
Elise Oboyski
"Had lunch with my mother-in-law this past weekend 😋 Very nice employees & good service, and don't forget how clean and well kept this place..."
Summer Stafford
Four Seasons Taproom & Grill
Four Seasons Taproom & Grill
70/100 (93 ratings)
Restaurants
American
American
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
American
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner