Madison Pour House in Albany

THAT.BEER.LIST! I can't say much about the food because I rarely eat here, but they have one of the best beer lists in Albany and one of my favorite patios to enjoy said beer on. 40 beers on tap AND an extensive collection of cans/bottles -- it's like they're daring you to not find something you like. I'm a sucker for sours, and I know that I'm guaranteed to always find something tasty here. There's nothing like riding my bike here to have a couple pints with friends on the patio on a warm summer night (or any night really).

40 amazing beers on tap and always great food. I try to stop here any time I am in Albany.  Used to drink here a lot while i was getting my masters

Third stop of the evening was the winner. Friday evening June 22, 2018. We originally were headed to Barcelona's for wine & tapas. But their lot was full (15 cars). And their residential neighbors don't want anyone parking on their streets as indicated by no parking signs every 15 feet. So on to the next spot. We found a parking spot right in front of The Point Restaurant on Madison Ave in Albany's Pine Hills neighborhood. We were told that the wait was one hour. We were confused as less than half the tables inside & out were occupied. No further suggestions offered by hostess. So on to the next spot. We walked next door to the Madison Pour House. We were greet by the staff and told we could sit inside or outside. We ordered drinks at the bar. Informative & happy bartenders to help you navigate through their extensive and unusual beer selections. 40 drafts & 100 bottles. Also cider and wines are available. We then moved to a table outside and were greeted by Ariana who took our second drink order and brought us menus. The Friday special was a build-a-bowl meal. You pick a protein, three veggies, & one sauce which are served over rice & black beans. He had one Italian style and one Tex-Mex style. Excellent idea, good execution, and a great value at $9.00 per bowl. All in all a...