Bon Appétit!
Here are some recommenced local restaurants to try while you're in town. All area codes are (518).
Staff Picks
Some of our Admissions staff's favorite places to eat.
Geoff Bowman '04, associate dean:
"Pizza King has the best pizza. As far as pub fare goes, I recommend Katie O'Byrne's haddock sandwich nestled in a warm potato bun, and you can't go wrong with the wings, particularly after a hockey game."
Ann Fleming Brown, director:
"I love Ambition for its delicious sandwich and local coffee shop flavor, and Cell Bistro for tapas or dinner."
Vernon Castillo, senior associate director:
"Cornell's good, traditional Italian food, perfect for a special occasion or any time."
Susan Hanks, associate dean:
"For lunch, Aperitivo Bistro has such interesting sandwiches and salads, and the ambience is modern, urban, airy, relaxing."
Matt Malatesta '91, vice president:
"Café Nola is a great lunch stop for New Orleans cuisine, and Gershon's is the best deli North of New York City."
Jessica Wenger '10, assistant dean:
"Scotti's has delicious pizza and the friendliest service. I'd always go with my parents on family weekends. Bangkok Bistro has great specials and I enjoy the karaoke."
Abbey Massoud-Tastor '07, assistant dean:
"I enjoy the Van Dyck for its large menu, fresh food and good service. Plus, the Stockade is a great location for a walk."
Delon McAllister '08, and Aaron Ray '10, assistant deans:
Both Bombers fans.
Delon: "The burritos are stellar. It's a very welcoming place, and the owner is a Union alum who's giving back to the city of Schenectady."
Aaron: "Terrific taco buffet."
