Susan's Guidebook
Food Scene
Located within one block of my apartment, this place serves gourmet coffee and delicious breakfast. Choose take out, dine in, or even sit outside at their sidewalk tables.
9 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Carmen's Café
198 1st StreetLocated within one block of my apartment, this place serves gourmet coffee and delicious breakfast. Choose take out, dine in, or even sit outside at their sidewalk tables.
Delicious cheeseburgers available late night. There's several great menu items during regular dining hours, as well. Broad selection of liquor and beer, including standard american choices, as well as micro brews, both with several draught options.
28 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
The Ruck
104 3rd StDelicious cheeseburgers available late night. There's several great menu items during regular dining hours, as well. Broad selection of liquor and beer, including standard american choices, as well as micro brews, both with several draught options.
Friday and Saturday nights Prime Rib special! There's a broad variety of menu options, including pizza and other casual fare, but I've always been pleased with their selection of steaks, cooked to perfection.
7 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Red Front
71 Division StFriday and Saturday nights Prime Rib special! There's a broad variety of menu options, including pizza and other casual fare, but I've always been pleased with their selection of steaks, cooked to perfection.
This upscale restaurant is just 7 blocks away. Best to make a reservation. If you're fortunate enough to book seating, try the delectable Crispy Brussel Sprouts appetizer.
16 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Plumb Oyster Bar
15 2nd StThis upscale restaurant is just 7 blocks away. Best to make a reservation. If you're fortunate enough to book seating, try the delectable Crispy Brussel Sprouts appetizer.
Shalimar
405 Fulton StIndian/Pakistani with great vegetarian selection!
Mediterranean cuisine. Reliable and efficient delivery. I frequently order the delicious Vegie Guvech, hummus, baklava, etc. Everything is of superior quality.
8 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Ali Baba
2243 15th StMediterranean cuisine. Reliable and efficient delivery. I frequently order the delicious Vegie Guvech, hummus, baklava, etc. Everything is of superior quality.
This classic 24 hour diner is 5 min away by car. Locals frequent Bob's for its loyal staff, extensive menu and consistency. Their chocolate, banana or coconut creme pies are sinful!
Bob's Diner
929 19th StThis classic 24 hour diner is 5 min away by car. Locals frequent Bob's for its loyal staff, extensive menu and consistency. Their chocolate, banana or coconut creme pies are sinful!
Defazio's isn't just a pizza joint; I'm addicted to their pesto linguine. Order delivery early, or go hungry! This restaurant is very popular.
18 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
De Fazio's
266 4th StreetDefazio's isn't just a pizza joint; I'm addicted to their pesto linguine. Order delivery early, or go hungry! This restaurant is very popular.
Lucky Corner
162 3rd StExcellent Taiwanese/Chinese within 2 blocks.
Dog friendly, delicious and river views! A short drive or a long walk from our building.
22 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
377 River StDog friendly, delicious and river views! A short drive or a long walk from our building.
Rare Form Brewing Company
90 Congress Stgood people, good beer.
great food and drinks!! walking distance. outside dining , dog friendly,
15 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Slidin Dirty
9 1st Stgreat food and drinks!! walking distance. outside dining , dog friendly,
great bar, bar food menu, live music, walking distance,
12 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Footsy Magoos
17 1st Stgreat bar, bar food menu, live music, walking distance,
Sightseeing
Fresh, fabulous, convenient and fun - must see! Weekends only - see website for indoor winter vs. outdoor summer locations.
60 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Troy Waterfront Farmers Market
4 River StFresh, fabulous, convenient and fun - must see! Weekends only - see website for indoor winter vs. outdoor summer locations.
Entry to park is within 6 blocks. Dog, kid and bike friendly. Great views! Be prepared for a steep hike.
12 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Prospect Park
65 Prospect Park RoadEntry to park is within 6 blocks. Dog, kid and bike friendly. Great views! Be prepared for a steep hike.
Esteemed University on sprawling campus. Exciting ice hockey games. Concerts at RPI Fieldhouse. Ice-skating open to public.
16 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
110 8th StEsteemed University on sprawling campus. Exciting ice hockey games. Concerts at RPI Fieldhouse. Ice-skating open to public.
Within 3 blocks. Small concerts. Formerly exclusively female students, now co-ed.
14 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Russell Sage College
65 1st StWithin 3 blocks. Small concerts. Formerly exclusively female students, now co-ed.
Uncle Sam Statue
River StreetUncle Sam originated in Troy.
Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
30 2nd StGreat acoustics! Walking distance.
No Fun
275 River Streetgreat indie music venue,
45 min drive, biggest perfor.ers from all over the world.
336 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Saratoga Performing Arts Center
108 Avenue of the Pines45 min drive, biggest perfor.ers from all over the world.
I-Center yeTimes Union
51 S Pearl StLarge performing arts venue
Historic and architecturally interesting. Tours are available. There's a museum and outdoor plaza, too.
51 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
New York State Capitol
Washington AvenueHistoric and architecturally interesting. Tours are available. There's a museum and outdoor plaza, too.
Approximately 30 minute drive from Troy. Family and pet friendly.
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IState Park yeGrafton Lake
254 Grafton Lakes State Park WayApproximately 30 minute drive from Troy. Family and pet friendly.
Not to be confused with Troy's private Washington Park, this public park in Albany sprawls over several city blocks. There's fountains, tennis courts and a designated and newly designed skateboarding area. Many festivals are held here throughout the year.
7 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
IWashington Park
35 Willett StNot to be confused with Troy's private Washington Park, this public park in Albany sprawls over several city blocks. There's fountains, tennis courts and a designated and newly designed skateboarding area. Many festivals are held here throughout the year.