Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: April 1-5
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing with restaurants opening, closing, relocating, or just doing their thing. Here’s a recap of the latest Capital Region restaurant news, April 1 through 5.
New owners take over Jackson’s Old Chatham House
Jackson’s Old Chatham House, located at 646 Albany Turnpike in Old Chatham, is under new ownership. After 81 years, the restaurant is no longer owned by a member of the Jackson family.
Eclipse restaurant specials in the Capital Region
A total solar eclipse will be passing over North America on April 8 between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Some restaurants around the Capital Region are taking advantage of what may be, for some people, a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Gus’s Hot Dogs celebrating 70 years in Watervliet
Not only is April 8 the day of the solar eclipse, but it is also the 70th anniversary of Gus’s Hot Dogs in Watervliet. The mini hot dog joint is celebrating by offering 10-cent hot dogs (limit seven per order) and they’ll throw in a slice of cake too.
Bennington distillery closing its restaurant, tasting room staying open
Village Garage Distillery, located at 107 Depot Street in Bennington, is ending its restaurant service after about two years. The distillery will serve its last meals on Saturday, April 6.
Ice cream chain Baskin-Robbins opening in Guilderland
Baskin-Robbins is set to open up a new location in the Capital Region. The shop will be opening in Guilderland’s Hamilton Square.
Capital Region brewery among Top 10 for Best NY Burger
The New York Beef Council has announced the Top 10 restaurants for its eighth annual Best NY Burger Competition. Making its way out of the initial pool of nominees, Chatham Brewing’s “Loaded Brewery Burger” is among the Top 10.
Mexican eatery, The Guac Box, opening in Warrensburg
The Guac Box, a modern American taqueria, is set to open in Warrensburg. The eatery is opening at 3915 Main Street in the former Sulla Terra Bistro and Bakery space, which closed in December.
Crews respond to restaurant explosion in Colonie
Crews responded to an overnight explosion at the Pad Thai Noodle Restaurant on Everett Road in Colonie. West Albany Fire Chief Daniel Sullivan says the building was unoccupied at the time, no one was injured from the explosion, and two businesses were affected.
Participating restaurants for ‘Take a Bite of Montgomery’
Visit Montgomery County is hosting its “Take a Bite of Montgomery” restaurant week. Eateries throughout Montgomery County will be offering specials for $15 or $25 from Wednesday, April 24 to Sunday, April 28.
Restaurant lineup for Amsterdam’s 5th annual WingFest
Amsterdam’s 5th annual WingFest sponsored by The Rockton House is returning on Saturday, April 20 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Restaurants from around the city will be offering wing samples for $1 each.
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