The Field
The Contenders
Rusty Nail Grill and Tavern
Clifton Park
Illusive Restaurant & Bar
Rensselaer
About Us At Illusive Restaurant & Bar, we strive to create unforgettable gastronomic experiences by fusing innovative flavors with traditional techniques. Our talented chefs use only the finest ingredients for dishes that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
The Babbling Brook
Ralph's Tavern
Albany
About us Ralph's Tavern Established over 75 years ago, new owners, Lee Yattaw & Joseph Wein, have kept the tradition of great Italian-American food and providing daily specials. Still claiming, you don't change something that works. And for decades, Ralph's Italian-American fare works. Stop by and taste what the locals have always known.
Texas Roadhouse
Albany
IF IT DOESN'T SAY TEXAS, IT'S NOT TEXAS ROADHOUSE® Legendary means Hand-Cut Steaks, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Made-From-Scratch Sides, Ice-Cold Beer, and of course, our irresistible Fresh-Baked Bread.
Mazzone Hospitality
Clifton Park
Hospitality is Our Passion At Mazzone Hospitality, our goal is to serve great food, make people feel special, and create unforgettable memories. Whether we are catering a wedding or social event at one of our venues, a backyard party or corporate event, or you are dining at one of our PRIME Dining locations, you can count on the highest level of service and the finest food in the Capital District.
Brown's Brewing Company
Troy
At Brown's Brewing Company, we proudly stand as a family-owned brewery boasting two enchanting waterfront locations. Our commitment is to cater to the discerning tastes of craft beer enthusiasts and food connoisseurs alike. Here, the art of brewing meets the mastery of fresh scratch cooking, creating an immersive experience that captures the very essence of our ingenuity, passion, and innovation. Join us on a journey where every sip and bite exemplifies the distinctive identity that defines Brown's Brewing Company. We fervently believe in thinking independently and drinking independently, and we invite you to join us at the source. - Garry & Kelly Brown, fearless leaders, pioneers, owners
Black Bear Inn
Watervliet
Carol's Eatery
Troy
Carol’s Place has been a family owned and operated business since 1983. The owner, Carol, lived just two short blocks from here when she opened with only her 3 children as her first employees! Today, you can see Three Generations through the windows of Carol’s Place and many extended family members. We as a family work hard to prepare Quality Fresh Selections for your family, using only the finest ingredients! “From our Family to Yours!”
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Restaurants That Have Entered the War
A.J.'s Pizzeria
Atomic Wings
B-rads Bistro & Catering
- 2017 Grand Champion
Big Belly Eatery & Goods
Black Bear Inn
Watervliet
- 2025 People's Choice
- 2018 Most Popular Wing
- 2016 Judges' Blind Taste Test Runner-Up
Brown's Brewing Company
Troy
At Brown's Brewing Company, we proudly stand as a family-owned brewery boasting two enchanting waterfront locations. Our commitment is to cater to the discerning tastes of craft beer enthusiasts and food connoisseurs alike. Here, the art of brewing meets the mastery of fresh scratch cooking, creating an immersive experience that captures the very essence of our ingenuity, passion, and innovation. Join us on a journey where every sip and bite exemplifies the distinctive identity that defines Brown's Brewing Company. We fervently believe in thinking independently and drinking independently, and we invite you to join us at the source. - Garry & Kelly Brown, fearless leaders, pioneers, owners
- 2025 Blind Taste Test Grand Champion
- 2018 Runner-Up
Carol's Eatery
Troy
Carol’s Place has been a family owned and operated business since 1983. The owner, Carol, lived just two short blocks from here when she opened with only her 3 children as her first employees! Today, you can see Three Generations through the windows of Carol’s Place and many extended family members. We as a family work hard to prepare Quality Fresh Selections for your family, using only the finest ingredients! “From our Family to Yours!”
- 2011 Best Chicken Wings
Chicken Joe's
Forty One Sports Bar & Grille
- 2016 Judges' Blind Taste Test Grand Champion
Illusive Restaurant & Bar
Rensselaer
About Us At Illusive Restaurant & Bar, we strive to create unforgettable gastronomic experiences by fusing innovative flavors with traditional techniques. Our talented chefs use only the finest ingredients for dishes that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
- 2025 People's Choice
- 2024 Blind Taste Test Wing Champion
- 2024 People's Choice
- 2022 People's Choice
Inferno Pizzeria
Mazzone Hospitality
Clifton Park
Hospitality is Our Passion At Mazzone Hospitality, our goal is to serve great food, make people feel special, and create unforgettable memories. Whether we are catering a wedding or social event at one of our venues, a backyard party or corporate event, or you are dining at one of our PRIME Dining locations, you can count on the highest level of service and the finest food in the Capital District.
- 2025 Blind Taste Test First Runner-Up
Park Pub Restaurant & Catering
- 2016 People's Choice Most Original Flavor
Patricelli's
- 2017 Runner-Up
Pearl Street Pub
- 2018 Hottest Wing
Pig Pit BBQ
Price Chopper / Market 32
Ralph's Tavern
Albany
About us Ralph's Tavern Established over 75 years ago, new owners, Lee Yattaw & Joseph Wein, have kept the tradition of great Italian-American food and providing daily specials. Still claiming, you don't change something that works. And for decades, Ralph's Italian-American fare works. Stop by and taste what the locals have always known.
- 2025 People's Choice
Rusty Nail Grill and Tavern
Clifton Park
Slidin' Dirty
- 2018 Most Original Wing
Table 41
Texas Roadhouse
Albany
IF IT DOESN'T SAY TEXAS, IT'S NOT TEXAS ROADHOUSE® Legendary means Hand-Cut Steaks, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Made-From-Scratch Sides, Ice-Cold Beer, and of course, our irresistible Fresh-Baked Bread.
The Babbling Brook
- 2025 Blind Taste Test Second Runner-Up
Villa Valenti Pub
- 2018 Grand Champion