I have been eating at the Barnsider since it was in Colonie Center, and it served lunch. Each time our meals have been consistently good. Just one meal, I ordered the steak Teriyaki and it had been cut against the grain, and was tough. That is 1 time in 40 years. The steak is consistently delicious, the baked scallops are delicious, the prime rib is perfection. The salad is always crisp, the staff is constantly bringing out more salad and veggies and bread and everything you could possible want. I don't think there is a better restaurant in Albany. \r
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Their clams casino rival only Chez Rene, when they were in business in Glenmont, and their food was the best, but they didn't have steak like the Barnsider. I only wish the Barnsider was still open for lunch. Also, the staff is on top of getting your meals and appetizers, drinks and dessert, without being intrusive. I don't know what happened to the meals of the people who gave a bad review, but 1 time in 40 years to have an off night is OK with me. I hope people who didn't like it, would consider giving it another try. Yes, it's expensive, but it is consistently good.
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