Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: October 30-November 3

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, October 30 through November 3.

Brewery opening new location in Saratoga Springs

A Massachusetts-based brewery is set to open a new location in Saratoga Springs. Tree House Brewing Company is opening a brewery and taproom across from the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC).

Albany Pump Station closes as Common Roots takes over

C.H. Evans Brewing Albany Pump Station officially closed its doors on Sunday, October 29. This comes at Common Roots Brewing Company prepares to take over the space.

Common Roots now a two-building brewery in South Glens Falls

A couple short years ago, the family behind Common Roots Brewing Company welcomed the community into its rebuilt taproom and restaurant, after the original was destroyed by a fire in 2019. This week, that same family cut the ribbon on a new building that almost mirrors the other – and is located just across the parking lot.

Prominent Capital Region chef looking for a kidney

Chef Yono Purnomo, the founder of Yono’s in Albany, has been in the Capital Region for almost five decades and has won numerous culinary accolades over the years. Now, Purnomo is looking for help from the community.

Glens Falls Bagels closed until further notice

Glens Falls Bagels is closed as of Tuesday, and will remain so until further notice. The Saratoga Avenue bagel shop announced the closure on Facebook on Tuesday morning.

Where to get Thanksgiving dinner in the Capital Region

Thanksgiving Day is coming up on Thursday, November 24. While many people like to cook their Thanksgiving meals themselves, others prefer to get their meals catered or to dine-in at restaurants.

New Indian restaurant opens in Clifton Park

Kati Roll Wala has opened a new location in Clifton Park. The Indian restaurant, located at 309 Clifton Park Center Road, officially opened on October 30.

Norrine’s Restaurant opens in Waterford

Norrine’s Restaurant, located at 405 Hudson River Road in Waterford, had its soft opening on November 1. The Italian-American eatery is only open for lunch until its grand opening.

Clifton Park restaurant closed, up for sale

The Painted Lemon, located at 54 Clifton Country Road in Clifton Park, has been closed since the beginning of October. While the owners said this closure was temporary, the building has now been listed for sale.

What’s on the menu at Glens Falls Restaurant Week 2023

There’s no two plates about it – downtown Glens Falls is a flavorful place. Restaurants around the city are pulling out the stops and turning on the stove next week for Glens Falls Restaurant Week.

After selling food truck, Schodack pizzeria rebrands

After three seasons running the mobile wood-fired pizza trailer Pizza Trails, Ryan Hoffman has sold the truck and the rights to the name to focus on his brick-and-mortar location. The pizzeria, located at 1685 Route 9 in Schodack, will now be called Ryan’s Famous Pizza.