Best places in Rensselaer
Discover the best places in Rensselaer, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 31 places in the city.
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Illusive Restaurant & Bar
American restaurant
Burgers & other classic American dishes, plus cocktails are the draw at this contemporary eatery.
$$ $$
4.70 (861 reviews)
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Skyline Diner
Diner
👍👍 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 friendly staff members and were seated right away.
Atmosphere: This diner is very quaint and adorable. I personally loved the color theme and the dec...
$ $$$
4.60 (1K reviews)
3
Thai Orchid
Thai restaurant
👍👍 We happened upon this restaurant by chance and are grateful that we did! The food is always excellent whether you dine-in or take-out. The staff is always friendly and the restaurant is clean and provides an intimate feeling. Definitely recommend. I’d give 10 stars if possible!
$$ $$
4.70 (207 reviews)
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Royal Oak Family Restaurant
Family restaurant
👍👍 We were driving across Indiana and stopped at Fair Oaks farms based off of multiple recommendations. We were not happy at all with are experienced there they were out of biscuits at 10:30 on a Saturday morning. So we looked at reviews and decided to come to the Royal Oak. Everything was perfect we w...
$$ $$
4.30 (1K reviews)
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Hot Dog Charlie's Rensselaer
Hot dog restaurant
Founded in 1922, this joint known for mini-hot dogs also offers burgers, cheese fries & milkshakes.
$ $$$
4.40 (359 reviews)
8
Son of Egg
Korean restaurant
👍👍 I have always loved the Son of Egg location in Albany, and was so excited when they opened this Rensselaer location! The new location is SO spacious and has a second floor with lots of room to have a meal with friends. I got the bulgogi bowl with stir-fried kimchi, and it was delicious as usual. The...
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4.70 (115 reviews)
9
Janets Kitchen
Breakfast restaurant
👍👍 Classic small town diner. Serves breakfast and lunch. The food is good and cheap. Cash only.
$ $$$
4.70 (104 reviews)
10
Sliders Pizza
Pizza restaurant
👍👍 Known the family way back when they were babies; but here’s my pizza
$$ $$
4.60 (121 reviews)
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Shwe Burmese Restaurant
Restaurant
👍👍 So thrilled to hear we finally have Burmese food in the Capital Region ! We visited two weeks ago and we haven’t stopped talking about it since. We had Shan noodle, tea leaf salad, chicken curry, beef stir fried noodles, and every dish was perfectly balanced. Make sure to add that you want the fish...
$ $$$
4.70 (97 reviews)
12
Ayda's Mexican Cuisine
Restaurant
👍 Our family goes here often. The food is decent. I can't remember having a bad meal. The prices are very reasonable. Would recommend you give it a try if you're in the area.
$ $$$
4.20 (597 reviews)
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Riverfront Park
Park
👍 Nice big playground/jungle gym for the kids. Small table with attached bench seats clos to they park entrance. There's a really nice looking gazebo with seating, but some idiots left garbage behind all over it. I don't mean just a soda can or two...I mean disgusting dirty diapers, food containers...
4.40 (157 reviews)
14
June's Restaurant
Bar & grill
👍👍 My wife's train was late so I walked into June's for a beer and had the best time. A friendly bartender, a room full of friendly people and I even got to meet June. Nice place for a cold beer and a shot.
$ $$$
4.70 (78 reviews)
17
Crailo State Historic Site
Historical place museum
Interactive museum of Colonial Dutch history & culture in an 18th-century red-brick home.
4.60 (77 reviews)
18
Nelsons Steak Out
Pizza takeaway
😠 My wife and I along with my 2 daughters were very sick later that evening. Coincidence i think not. Deep fried food looked like the oil needs to be changed more. We probably won't be back again.
$$ $$
4.50 (78 reviews)
