Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: October 14-18
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, October 14 to 18.
Downtown Troy Chowderfest winners announced
The Downtown Troy Chowderfest returned on Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Local restaurants got the chance to show off their finest chowders and attendees were able to sample the chowders for $2 each before voting for their favorite at the end.
New wood-fired restaurant opening in downtown Schenectady
In September, Zen Asian Fusion Lounge closed at 469 State Street in Schenectady. Now, the same owners are getting ready to open Ember & Cork in the same space.
Capital Region restaurant inspections: October 7-11
These are the inspections from October 7 to October 11 reported by the NYSDOH divided up by critical violations, non-critical violations and no violations. You can find a list of all restaurant inspections for the last several years on the NYSDOH website.
Participating restaurants for the Saratoga Wing Off
The seventh annual Saratoga Wing Off, brought to you by Discover Saratoga and its sponsors, will be returning on Saturday, October 19. The competition will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with $2 wing samples from the participating restaurants.
Capital Region eatery now franchising nationwide
Tipsy Moose Tap & Tavern is now expanding into a national franchise model. The local restaurant chain has locations in Latham, Troy, and Albany.
Ferrari’s Ristorante celebrates 50 years in Schenectady
Ferrari’s Ristorante, an Italian restaurant in the Mont Pleasant neighborhood, is celebrating 50 years of business. As a way for the business to show their appreciation for the community, they will be offering month-long specials for take-out and dine-in.
Off the Beaten Path: Lucca’s Delicatessen
It’s a family affair at Lucca’s Delicatessen in Mechanicville. The brother-sister duo opened the deli last year to bring what they felt was missing in their hometown.
Pakistani eatery reopens with spots in Albany, Menands
Curry Patta has returned to the Capital Region with locations in both Menands and Albany. Owner Nadia Raza previously had the restaurant in Altamont before closing at the end of 2022.
New wine bar opens in Kinderhook
Hillary Zio has been in the wine industry since 2010 when she became a Certified Sommelier. Now, she has opened Isola Wine & Tapas in the former Dyad space at 16 Hudson Street in Kinderhook.
Lineup for Colonie Restaurant Week
Colonie Restaurant Week is making a comeback this October. The event is slated for October 21 through October 27.
Hudson Valley Restaurant Week returns Oct. 28-Nov. 10
Hudson Valley Restaurant Week is returning this fall from Oct. 28 to Nov. 10. The week features prix fixe menus at over 130 restaurants in eight counties.
Colonie diner reopening after yearlong closure
Inga’s Diner is reopening after being closed for over a year. According to the diner’s Facebook page, the restaurant will be reopening on Saturday, October 19 at 7 a.m.
Wynantskill pizzeria under new ownership
La Bella Pizza of Wynantskill, located at 174 Main Avenue, has a new owner. Outgoing owner Angelo Nicoletta made the announcement in a Facebook post on Friday.
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