Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Capital District

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Updated June 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Capital District? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Josie's Table

4.7

4.7 (1473)

$30 and under

American

Albany

About the restaurant

Josie's Table offers amazing local farm to table cuisine accompanied by our signature craft cocktails.
Something new and unique to the Albany area.

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David

Dined 4 days ago

We made reservations to celebrate our 35 wedding anniversary and the table was ready on time, the menus said Happy Anniversary and everything was great, including the complementary celebratory sorbet and the dirty chai tiramisu.

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Morgan & Co. - Glens Falls

4.7

4.7 (1510)

$31 to $50

American

Glens Falls

About the restaurant

Morgan & Co. is a New American Restaurant in downtown Glens Falls, NY. With an always fresh menu, Morgan & Co's dishes reveal a variety ranging from tandoori-spiced dishes to Berkshire pork chops, Carolina barbecue and high end sandwiches. We call it “comfort food with a Mediterranean-Bohemian flair.” The bar celebrates American spirits and American artisanal wines. Run by 2009 Chopped winner Rebecca Newell-Butters and her husband, chef Steve Butters, Morgan & Co is sure to be a dining experience you won't forget!

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Ovleto

Dined on Jun 5, 2026

Our server, Ashley , made a fine meal an elegant dining experience (i.e.) discreetly refilling water and wine glasses, exchanging cutlery, clearing dishes in between courses, etc. Her manners and her attendance to us was impeccable: polite, refined, and delivered with perfect timing.

Lizzie Keays Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (210)

$31 to $50

American

Warrensburg

About the restaurant

Under new ownership, local celebrity chef Billy Trudsoe a native to the Adirondacks who you saw on Hells Kitchen “battle of the ages,” season 21 on the Fox network has taken over this historic restaurant. You can try Chef’s world famous, “black forest chicken” his signature dish he presented to Gordon Ramsay. Also, his divers scallops which helped seal a big win for the blue team during a challenge. Chef Billy's team has developed an upscale casual dining concept right here, in the heart of Warrensburg , New York. Building his brand “BTrue’s Mad Flava,” our restaurant will offer creative dishes for everyone. Chef Billy is an award-winning chef, that has been cooking up delightful meals for his patrons throughout the Adirondacks for over 25+ years. Born and raised in Chestertown, New York he is overly excited for the opportunity to serve this community. Live music on Mondays & do not miss our new remodeled Rhino room.

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Matthew

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic food experience for all in our party. 2 appetizers, 4 different dinners and every one of them was fantastic. Highly recommend LKs

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4.7

4.7 (77)

$31 to $50

American

Saratoga Springs

About the restaurant

Nestled within the walls of Saratoga Springs' oldest continuously operating lodging house, the restaurant at the Inn at Saratoga takes inspiration from a turn of the century artists salon. Complete with antique sofas, vintage books and art, and welcoming fireplace, making it a rare gem of old world charm in downtown Saratoga. Sip vibrant cocktails, and nibble on small plates while enjoying live music in the tavern, or indulge in one of our signature dishes and share a bottle of wine by the fire.

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Sarah

Dined 7 days ago

Charming restaurant that made you feel like you were at a private dinner party. Great specialty cocktails and charcuterie board! Live music in the next room that was great to listen to and not have to shout over. Give it a try!

Smith's Public House

4.7

4.7 (112)

$30 and under

American

Cohoes

About the restaurant

Step into the rich history and vibrant present of Smith's Public House, the premier pub in Cohoes, New York. Dating back to 1873, our historic building has been lovingly restored to create a welcoming space where community and tradition converge. Indulge in our specialty classic cocktails, locally brewed beer, and upscale pub fare that's sure to please even the most discerning palate. As we honor the legacy of the legendary Michael T. Smith, also known as "Big Mike," we invite you to savor the fusion of past and present within our walls. Join us in celebrating the unique history of Smith's while experiencing the modern, inviting atmosphere we've crafted for all to enjoy.

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Cory

Dined on Jun 2, 2026

Amazing service, food, and reasonably priced. Best I’ve found so far in Troy

Savoy Taproom

4.4

4.4 (271)

$31 to $50

American

Albany

About the restaurant

Known for their award winning craft cocktails, scratch made food & hidden gem of a back patio, Savoy Taproom is an approachable, upscale bar and restaurant located on Lark Street in the heart of Albany’s Center Square neighborhood. First established in 1936, the storied and historic Savoy reopened in early 2016. Their American gastropub food menu features a variety of pub fare favorites and exquisitely prepared entrees including a wealth of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. Starting April 1st, The kitchen is open Monday through Friday from 5pm to 11pm, and Saturday and Sunday noon to 11pm. The restaurant has two outdoor patios and a private dining room.

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Maria

Dined on Jun 11, 2026

We came into town last week and tried the burgers and pasta with pesto. All were great. Burgers are in our top 10 we have been to. Decided to go again a week later on our way out of Albany. If we are ever back- We will visit again!

Jack's Oyster House - Albany

4.2

4.2 (52)

$50 and over

American

Albany

About the restaurant

Jack’s Oyster House brings exceptional dining and cuisine to a historic location in downtown Albany, New York. Proudly carrying the legacy of being the oldest restaurant in the Capital Region, Jack’s delivers modern culinary delights while still honoring its one-hundred-year old legacy. From the century-old bar, to the intimate booths, there is something for everyone to enjoy while dining at Jack’s. Open for lunch and dinner, Jack’s brings dining options to Albany with a little something for everyone.
Each dish at Jack’s is crafted with care with some dishes taking days of preparation to bring to your plate. With thoughtful flavors and curated ingredients, we welcome you to dine with us for an experience you’ll keep coming back for.

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Gregory

Dined on Jun 12, 2026

The menu, food, service, and ambiance were impeccable for our date night. The pianist playing was an extra added treat!

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Maggie McFly's | Albany

4.4

4.4 (5)

$31 to $50

American

Westmere

About the restaurant

Maggie McFly's®, established in 1993, takes pride in offering an exceptional culinary and beverage experience with a focus on utilizing the finest locally-sourced ingredients. An American restaurant is renowned for its lunch, dinner, brunch, happy hour specials, catering services, take-out, and delivery options. Maggie McFly's® dedication to providing an all-around unique and satisfying dining experience shines through in every creation.

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Jennifer

Dined on Jun 13, 2026

Service was great. The food and cocktails were wonderful.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Albany

4.5

4.5 (130)

$30 and under

American

Albany

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we’ve continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ’s a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ’s to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we’ve put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven’t just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it’s because of them we’re continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ’s, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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HOLLISGold

Dined 5 days ago

Great service and good food again! Glad we came for our Father’s Day celebration

dp An American Brasserie

3.7

3.7 (668)

$31 to $50

American

Albany

About the restaurant

Discover dp An American Brasserie, a signature restaurant by renowned restaurateur Dominick Purnomo.

Step into a vibrant, airy space boasting 18-foot ceilings and abundant natural light from six oversized windows. Here, comfort meets style with a mix of cozy table and banquette seating, offering a decidedly more casual atmosphere than our sister restaurant, Yono’s.

Our menu is a celebration of imaginative and inventive cuisine, featuring a dozen enticing small plates alongside traditional favorites and signature dishes crafted to delight every palate.

Gather at our impressive 25-foot custom mahogany and granite bar, fully stocked with a diverse array of spirits and cordials. Our beverage program prides itself on fresh, seasonally inspired cocktails and a constantly evolving wine-by-the-glass program that truly rivals any in the region.

Come experience the perfect blend of culinary creativity, a relaxed ambiance, and an outstanding beverage selection at dp An American Brasserie.

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Anita

Dined on Jun 4, 2026

The menu offers delicious choices with much variety.

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