Albany Pump Station

The name does not inspire images of a classy establishment, but trust me, it is. The huge open space and tall ceilings make it feel grand and everyone is having a good time and enjoying the fresh beer. We had a blast. The place is so large that I will have to go back a few more times to sit in other areas of the place including the loft area.
9 years ago (02-10-2017)

I love this place so much. Albany has a great, ever-expanding scene of craft breweries and gastro pub restaurants but this was one of the originals. Their in-house brewed beer is award winning and exceptional. They offer flights of beer if you want to try a little of everything and also sell refillable growlers. The building is historic and absolutely gorgeous- brick walls and high ceilings, vats of brewing beer behind glass rooms, warm lighting and a view of the kitchen. Their food is amazing every single time, especially their burgers. This place is very popular and located near the Palace Theatre and the downtown area so IT FILLS UP FAST. There's always a wait for dinnertime, and if there's a show at the Palace forget about it. Early dinners or weekend lunches are usually the least crowded times. It also closes at 11, but luckily there's plenty of other bars within walking distance that are open well into the wee hours. This place is one of a kind... a must-stop visit if you're sampling beer and food in Albany.
9 years ago (16-09-2017)

Traveling through town on our way back to Michigan and discovered this gem! We came from our hotel at 6pm on a Saturday evening and the staff was very accomadating, making special efforts to get us a table with very minimal wait. Great atmosphere in a historic venue. Food was very good - including a nice kids menu. The beer offerings were top shelf, with the Short, Tart & Handsome: Our Eyes Are Up Here being one of the best Sour Farmhouse Ales I've ever had!! Overall, two thumbs up and highly recommended!
9 years ago (12-08-2017)

Used to be great. Non existent management. Food went down hill. Seems like completely different staff everytime i go
8 years ago (26-10-2017)

Had my 40th birthday party. Best tour I've ever been on. Very knowledgeable staff, and brewer. Food was excellent, beer was outstanding. Can't wait to go back.
9 years ago (17-09-2017)