If you're headed to something at the Knickerbocker arena next-door, I would definitely check this out. Had an awesome time all three nights I went there. Pure selection is amazing. The food also is super impressive.

I had just gotten in to Albany and needed something to eat. The City Beer Hall popped up on Yelp so I stopped by and sat at the bar. It wasn't busy and the bartenders were attentive and polite. I got a small peach cider and the caprese salad, add bacon. The vibe inside is cool with natural light and high ceilings, communal tables giving it that classic beer hall feel. The salad was really interesting - definitely not your typical classic Caprese salad, but I liked the addition of the arugula. They brought the bacon out on the side, which was totally fine by me. It was a big portion and I wasn't able to finish the whole salad, but I liked the freshness and the creamy cheese. I'm glad I got to experience this spot and I'd recommend it to any beer lover!

I stopped by The City Beer Hall in Albany since it was one of the few dinner spots that were open after 9 PM on a weekday. I tried the grilled chicken sandwich, which was quite good. Come for the casual vibe, kind service, casual meal and a great selection of drinks.

I highly recommend this place! It had a cool vibe. The margherita pizza was really good. Service was awesome. Great beer menu. Cider was delicious.

Arrived on Sunday and Everything was closed up except for this place. Good selection on beer and cocktails. The atmosphere was cool. The food was such a wonderful surprise. I ordered beer chorizo mussels, excellent and the carrot roasted salad with fresh fruit. The mussels were so good I asked for extra bread to sop up the extra sauce. The salad was beautifully plated and loved their choice of fruit. I would definitely come back.

I have been to City Beer Hall multiple times and it never fails to impress me. The ambiance of the place creates a sense of community with its shared tables, making it a great spot to meet new people or gather with friends. The extensive beer and cocktail list is always dependable, offering a wide variety of options to choose from. During my last visit, I tried the beer and chorizo mussels and was blown away by the delicious flavor. However, I did find the portion size to be a bit on the smaller side, leaving me wanting more. Despite this, the quality of the dish was exceptional and definitely worth trying. Servers are friendly and knowledgeable about the items on the menu. One thing to note is that City Beer Hall tends to be very loud, which can make it difficult to have conversations at times. But if you're looking for a lively atmosphere with great food and drinks, this is the place to be.

Love this place. It's been here since I moved here over 11 years ago and is still here. The reason is it is just an amazing place. The beer selections and the food is unbelievable. Come here for a few food drinks and leave here with a full stomach of mouthwatering tasty and satisfying grub. It is not your typical bar food. This stuff is 5 star quality. Probably why it has lasted. The servers are all so friendly. The place is spacious, with a HUGE bar and dining area, plus rooftop for the summer months. This is one of my favorite places here in Albany.

I met a co-worker for dinner here. Burgers and salad were extremely well priced and upscale to boot. The salad was especially good, burger was decent. Amazing beer selection on tap. Only real ding is I felt like they were a bit understaffed, I never was asked for a refill on my beverage while sitting at the bar and both me and my colleague struggled to get attention to place the food order or drink orders. The food was much appreciated, especially at this price point; I am getting tired of being abused by fancy burgers in the $16 - $18 range and this was as good or better at a much lower price. Kudos to City Beer Hall for treating customers right. J.Ja