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Hill Street Cafe

4.5 (514 reviews)
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Pizza

Frequently praised as 'great,' 'delicious,' and 'surprisingly good' with unique and delicious sauce, making it the most recommended dish by multiple reviewers.

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Wings

Recommended multiple times, especially the lemon pepper wings, hot wings, and wings with Chipotle Lime BBQ sauce, noted for their great flavor and variety.

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Nachos

Described as 'heavenly' with the perfect amount of spice and salt, frequently enjoyed alongside drinks and praised for their taste.

4

Reuben Sandwich

Mentioned twice as cheesy, delicious, and satisfying, making it a notable sandwich choice at the cafe.

5

French Onion Soup

Called delicious by reviewers and recommended as a flavorful soup option.

6

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Appreciated for large chunks of buffalo chicken and tasty Parmesan dressing, noted as a good salad choice.

7

Roast Beef Melt

One reviewer was especially impressed, describing it as blowing them away, highlighting its quality and flavor.

Location details

180 Madison Ave, Albany, New York, 12202, US

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Hours

Monday 11:30 AM to 2 AM
Tuesday 11:30 AM to 2 AM
Wednesday 11:30 AM to 2 AM
Thursday 11:30 AM to 2 AM
Friday 11:30 AM to 2 AM
Saturday 12 PM to 2 AM
Sunday 12 PM to 2 AM

About Hill Street Cafe

Old-timey, wood-paneled hangout offering pub grub & craft draft beer, along with growlers to go.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

  • Groups

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot

Frequently asked questions

What is Hill Street Cafe known for?

Hill Street Cafe is best known for its wings, which are mentioned far more often than anything else, plus its pub-grub menu and craft beer selection. Reviewers also repeatedly call out the French onion soup, Reuben sandwiches, and pizza as standout items, saying the food is better than expected for a local bar and grill.

What dishes are most recommended at Hill Street Cafe?

The most commonly recommended dishes are the wings, especially with sauces like chipotle lime BBQ, the corned beef Reuben, French onion soup, and pizza. Reviewers also mention the buffalo chicken salad, nachos, and roast beef melt as strong choices, with several saying the portions and flavor make the meal feel worth the price.

Is Hill Street Cafe good value, and what is the price range?

Hill Street Cafe is in the $20 to $30 range, and reviewers repeatedly describe the prices as reasonable. People also note that the food, beer selection, and generous portions, like the wings and Reuben, make it feel like good value for a neighborhood pub in Albany.

When should you go to Hill Street Cafe to avoid crowds?

Reviewers suggest arriving early before busy times, especially before concerts or on Sundays, because service can get stretched when the place fills up. Even during a large crowd, though, they say the staff keeps things moving and the service stays friendly and efficient.

Is parking available at Hill Street Cafe?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot is available.

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