Druthers Brewing Company

Loved the fireplace, it was nice waiting for our table while warming up next to the fire. Kept me warm while watching empty tables not being seated while we waited. They must have been under staffed, as we confirmed the need for a soda refill 3 times before it arrived. The food was awesome as usual, but I'll probably take out next time.

Date of Visit Fri July 7 I have reviewed Druthers before, and after being there again, and reading some terrible reviews for this restaurant, I feel it important to review again. Druthers Brewing has become a destination for us when we are in Albany. We have been to Druthers now about 5 times and never get tired of it. The Macaroni and cheese is to die for. The flavours are spot on and very creative. The portions are huge – and we often order our own – but this time we learned our lesson – and ordered one to split. We also ordered tacos to share as well. Our meal was perfect as it always has been. The service is always very good. This time, it was exceptional. Our waitress was very friendly and engaging. We had several conversations with her about various topics, travel, education, food, etc. The conversation was pleasant and not at all intrusive or bothersome. We were on a road trip to Saratoga – and discovered there was another Druthers there as well, (as well as other locations) Any time we are in Albany, or near Albany, we will always come to Druthers for great food (esp Mac & Cheese), beer, atmosphere, and great service. Parking is a bit of a challenge when they are busy, but we always manage to find some.

Their food is never consistent. Since they opened more restaurants the quality of food has gone down. I ordered the Cuban baguette which came with very little meat, one slice of pork, and one slice of ham. The burger we ordered was supposed to be well done but it was still pink inside. Hopefully, they slow down and take more pride in their food.

Came here on a Thursday evening, and was promptly aerved at the bar. There was plenty of seating and many of Druthers' staple beers were on tap, including the 80 shilling (thanks always for serving more than just IPAs). I was happy to find a vegetarian street corn mac on the menu! It was delicious and I was excited to tey a new specialty vegetarian mac as the Schenectady druthers location seems to bo longer offer any variety for vegetarian mac these days. I also tried the beer cheese dip and the street corn dip. The portion sizes on everything I tried were generous. The pretzels were light and fluffy! Unfortunately this is my least favorite Druthers location due to the noise. The warehouse look is awesome but some noise dampening in the ceiling would be preferable. The noise always keeps me from staying longer. A++ for food, C for noise levels.

Love this place! Awesome rustic decor, can see the beer being brewed. The wings were phenomenal - though I'm not sure that Buffalo wings lovers would enjoy. The sauce is unique in that it's tomato-based and the mild is very spicy, but the tomatoes give it a slight sweetness that I loved. Very crunchy, fresh and hot! Everyone else really enjoyed their meals as well. The skillets were Mac and cheese and a BBQ variant. Super thick, gooey, cheesy and filling. Would highly recommend coming here for some awesome beer and brew food.

Stopped here for dinner on a road trip. The food was very tasty and well priced. The children's mac and cheese serving was very large. We got the loaded grilled cheese with a side kale ceaser and the druther's burger. Both were very good. I really enjoyed the pickles, pickled onion and special sauce on the burger. Also had a Vienna lager which was as expected. Stopped by again. The mac and cheese is amazing so we had to get that again. We also purchased the Flatbread and the druthers chicken sandwich.