Best Wine Bars in Albany

This is our second time here. We were seated promptly. Servers were attentive and food came out hot! Our paella was delayed because the restaurant accidentally gave our order to another. They compensated us with extra cocktails and tapas while we waited another 30 minutes for our paella. We weren’t in a hurry so it was great! We left very full and satisfied. The Paella Mixta never disappoints. The Carrellas (wagyu beef cheeks)tapa was tender and flavorful!

Fiorella continues to deliver excellent food at reasonable prices. Its a great value. Service is friendly and attentive. Its hard to beat for an enjoyable dinner on Polk.

My family loves this restaurant and the food is always great! The atmosphere is lively so this time when my husband could not hear the conversation we asked if we could move to a quieter table and were swiftly and kindly moved without hesitation! The host and staff are so accommodating which makes the whole experience even better. Also we had never gone when the lunch/brunch menu was in effect and enjoyed items we had never before ordered. It is our go to spot for taking out of town guests!

A great pre-theater option for light bites, sandwiches, and salads. Outside seating is nice mid- afternoon and service was wonderful.

My best friend and I made a reservation at Wine So Cru, and from the moment we arrived, we felt taken care of. The staff opened the door for us and warmly welcomed us before seating us near the fireplace, which added to the cozy ambiance. The atmosphere here is incredible—chic yet inviting. Throughout our visit, the staff checked in on us just the right amount, attentive without being intrusive. We each enjoyed wine flights; I went with the champagne flight, while my best friend opted for the Chardonnay. Both were fantastic choices! We also tried the olives, which paired nicely with our drinks. There was a pop-up on-site that looked interesting, but as I'm vegan, we didn’t try it this time. Overall, Wine So Cru left a great impression, and I’ll definitely be back soon!