INTERNATIONAL
Daniel’s
Café and Restaurant
144 Washington Ave., Albany, 694-5320. Main courses at this
downtown Albany eatery include steaks, veal, poultry and
lamb, along with shish kabobs, and a number of vegetarian
entrées. The Israeli platter salad is a knockout. BYOB.
On- and off-premises catering; takeout available. Serving
lunch 11-3 Mon-Fri, dinner 5-10 Mon-Sun. AE, CB, D, DC,
MC, V. $$$
dine
26 Henry St., Saratoga Springs, 587-WINE (9463). Ever-changing
Asian- and French-inspired menu includes fish, game, beef,
poultry and vegetarian selections. A “whatever” offering
is provided in each course. A “chef’s table” in the prep
kitchen, available on Friday and Saturday evenings, offers
small parties a unique perspective from which to dine. Full
bar. Takeout and off-premises catering available. Serving
5:30-close Wed-Sun. AE, D, DC, MC, V. $$$.
Esperanto
6 1/2 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs, 587-4236. The eclectic
menu boasts specialties from around the world. Look for
the burritos, Thai, Mexican, Middle Eastern and vegetarian
specialties as well as pizza and home-cooked snacks—including
the well-known “Dough Boy.” Takeout available. Serving 11:30-10
Mon, 11:30-2 AM Tue-Wed, 11:30-3 AM Thu, 11:30-4 AM Fri-Sat.
Closed Sun. AE, MC, V. $
Helsinki Café
284 Main St., Great Barrington, (413) 528-3394, www.clubhelsinkiweb.com.
Yes, there’s Scandinavian fare such as gravlax and borscht
and Swedish ribs, but there’s also an eclectic mix of fusion
items and new vegetarian dishes—served in a comfortable,
intimate café setting with a live music venue featuring
roots rock, folk, jazz and more. Try Anni’s Smorgasbord
to really get a taste of the place. Full bar, private parties,
takeout available. Serving daily 11-10:30 (later in the
adjoining nightclub). D, MC, V. $$
The Larkin Restaurant & Lounge
199 Lark St., Albany, 463-5225. West African chef Serigne
Sow creates an eclectic cuisine blending Italian, French,
African, Asian and American influences. Specialties include
seafood linguini in a sauce of white wine, garlic, basil
and tomato, sautéed rainbow trout with pine nuts and currants,
and mussels in Thai curry with lemongrass. Full bar. Takeout,
catering and banquet facilities. Serving lunch 11:30-3 Mon-Fri;
dinner 5-10 Mon-Thu, 5-midnight Fri-Sat, 5-9 Sun; brunch
11:30-3 Sat-Sun. AE, D, DC, MC, V. $$
Ravenous
21 Phila St., Saratoga Springs, 581-0560. Featuring a wide
variety savory and sweet crepes for lunch, dinner, dessert
and weekend brunch; also known for the Belgian pommes
frites, fresh-cut french fries served in paper cones
with dipping sauces. Beer, wine, espresso; takeout available.
Serving 11:30-8 Tue-Thu, 11:30-9 Fri, 10-9 Sat, Sun brunch
10-3. MC, V. $
The Sedgwick Inn and Restaurant
17971 Route 22, Berlin, 658-2334, www.sedgwickinn.com. Dinner
is served in an intimate, comfortable, elegant, candlelit
restaurant. The menu is eclectic and imaginative. Dine in
either the Coach Tavern or the elegant back porch. Can accommodate
weddings and parties up to 100. Full bar. On-premises catering.
Reservations accepted. Serving 5-9 PM Wed-Sat, 1-8 Sun.
AE, D, MC, V, ATM, personal checks. $$$$
Springwater Bistro
139 Union Ave. (across from the Saratoga Racetrack), Saratoga
Springs, 584-6440. Experience a dining adventure from the
daily menu. Savor the flavors of honest and simply prepared
cuisine and explore the wine menu, which features selections
to complement your meal. Enjoy your meal in either the cozy
dining room or in the tapas lounge. Full bar, on/off premises
catering. Takeout available. Serving dinner 4-9 Wed-Mon.
Closed Tue. AE, DC, MC, V. $$
Vellano’s International Restaurant
1118 Central Ave., Albany, 459-8610. This upscale establishment
offers an eclectic menu featuring pasta, seafood, poultry
and a variety of meats, all made with fresh ingredients.
Lunch and dinner specials feature “Flavors From Around the
World.” Enclosed deck. Full bar. On-premises catering and
takeout available, also booking banquets up to 150. Serving
lunch 11-3 Tue-Fri; dinner 5-10 Tue-Thu, 5-11 Fri-Sat, 4-8
Sun. Closed Mon. AE, D, DC, MC, V, personal checks. $$$
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