Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - Albany

4.5

375 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Charming
Great for creative cocktails
Good for business meals

A local contemporary dining experience with fresh and healthy options. Conveniently located inside the new Renaissance Hotel, our restaurant features a historical yet modern feel with a spacious restaurant and lounge where you can grab a quick breakfast before you start your day, or relax and enjoy your evening. Wellington's Restaurant will offer much to savor and discover with small plates, contemporary American flare, engaging staff, and crafted libations.

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Location
144 State Street, Renaissance Albany Hotel, Albany, NY 12207
Phone number
(518) 992-2500
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:45 am Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Validated parking is offered for $6.00 for the first hour and $5.00 for each additional hour. The maximum charge is $25.00. Street parking is also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Benjamin Stewart

Strawberry Salad$14.00
arcadian mixed greens, strawberries, almond brittle, pickled cipollini onion, goat cheese crouton, champagne vinaigrette
The "W" Caesar$12.00
romaine, radicchio, house made caesar dressing, parmesan crisps, toasted garlic croutons
Burrata Salad$15.00
arugula, cucumber, sliced red onion, heirloom tomato, red wine oregano vinaigrette, basil pesto, balsamic glaze, toasted ciabatta, maldon sea salt
Sweet Chili Shrimp Bowl$24.00
jasmine rice, cucumbers, carrots, shredded romaine, radishes, lime, sweet chili aioli, blackened shrimp

Main

Fish Tacos$19.00
Blackened mahi mahi, charred pineapple pico de gallo, jicama, lime crema, cilantro
Crispy Chicken Sandwich$18.00
buttermilk fried chicken, jalapeno coleslaw, spicy ranch aioli, toasted brioche bun, choice of side
Turkey Caesar BLT$16.00
roasted turkey breast, applewood smoked bacon, romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan, roasted tomato jam, caesar aioli, toasted ciabatta, choice of side
Hot Pastrami Sandwich$17.00
dijon aioli, melted smoked gouda, pickled cabbage, toasted rye, choice of side
Capitol Burger$19.00
smoked onion mayonnaise, bibb lettuce, tomato, cheese, fries
Black Bean Burger$17.00
avocado, bibb lettuce, chipotle aioli, choice of side
Faroe Island Salmon$27.00
Quinoa, chickpeas, kale, roasted tomato and artichokes, fennel olive tapenade

What 375 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Capital District
Great for brunch
Capital District
Great for fine wines
Capital District
Romantic
Capital District
American

Review summary

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Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel in Albany is a delightful spot for a memorable dining experience, known for its "excellent food and service." Guests appreciate the "delicious filet" and "great cocktails." While some reviews mention occasional slow service due to understaffing, the welcoming atmosphere, attentive staff, and "wonderful" waitresses like Natasha and Brett stand out. Ideal for pre-show dinners or special occasions, Wellington's offers a mix of casual and fine dining options, ensuring a satisfying visit.

375 Reviews

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Surya VIP
New York City12 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Everything was pretty great. Only thing for us is we needed an early dinner. So we made a reservation for 4p. First issue was we had planned for dinner. But at 4p, they were only offering lunch. So had to get alternatives from the menu we planned on days before. Second there must've been a shift change shortly after 4. We had a female waitress till 4:15. Then a gentleman. No big deal on the transition. But it's hard to rate them together. The first one was not great. I wanted a decaf coffee and she said there wasn't any made. No offer to make some. As soon as the second waiter introduced himself later and said he was taking over, I asked for a decaf coffee. He said no problem. And he came back fairly quickly with a great tasting cup of coffee. So the first server was a 2 star at best, not just for that issue. The second server was terrific. In fact we have a 50% tip in the end for our table. So all I can say is service is hit or miss there depending on who you get. Or maybe because she was ending her shift. That along with 4p still doing lunch, I'd definitely recommend not going there at 4! Otherwise food was terrific all around including dessert.
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Alia VIP
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, I enjoyed it very much! Great food!
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Allen K VIP
New York City4 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was good the service was excellent. Overall a good spot for lunch near the capital building complex.
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Michael VIP
New York State34 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Today was my third time to Wellingtons in the past 3-4 months and it's great every time! I would highly recommend this restaurant!
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Eric
New York City14 reviews
3.0
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Overall, it was slightly better than average. Nothing to really remember
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Michael
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Everything on the menu is good. Parcitularly the eggs, eggs benedict, and pancakes.
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Lou VIP
San Diego10 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very convenient before a show at the Egg. Nice vibe. Would definitely go again
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Allyssa
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding! From the ambiance, the staff, food, and drinks, you won't regret experiencing Wellington
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Stephanie
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Our server was a really great guy, but food took a long time to come out. We were supposed to get bread at the beginning that never arrived. When the food came out it tasted really good but was a bit cold. As it was NYE I didn’t mind having a long drawn out dinner service (2.5 hours start to finish), but would have preferred the timing to be better. Restaurant decor needs an upgrade. Chairs were all worn down and ratty looking. Overall we still had a great time, but wanted it to be a little nicer for the price.
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Michael VIP
New York State34 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal on New Year’s Eve. The filet was fantastic, as was the salmon! Lovely place to dine!
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Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - Albany is rated 4.5 stars by 375 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Google Map for Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - Albany

144 State Street, Renaissance Albany Hotel, Albany, NY 12207

Additional information

Phone number
(518) 992-2500
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:45 am Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–5:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Validated parking is offered for $6.00 for the first hour and $5.00 for each additional hour. The maximum charge is $25.00. Street parking is also available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Benjamin Stewart

Wellington's @ The Renaissance Hotel - Albany

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

Snacks

Saratoga Kettle Chips$1.99

Charred Brussel Sprouts$11.00

Bruschetta Chicken Mac and Cheese$14.00

Shareables

Wings$18.00

Sticky Pork Ribs$16.00

Fried Artichoke Hearts$16.00

Salads

Strawberry Salad$14.00

The "W" Caesar$12.00

Burrata Salad$15.00

Sweet Chili Shrimp Bowl$24.00

Main

Fish Tacos$19.00

Crispy Chicken Sandwich$18.00

Turkey Caesar BLT$16.00

Hot Pastrami Sandwich$17.00

Capitol Burger$19.00

Black Bean Burger$17.00

Faroe Island Salmon$27.00

What 375 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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