Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: May 20-24

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, May 20 through 24.

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, May 20 through 24.

Cheez-It brings Cheez-In Diner to Woodstock

Cheez-It is bringing a one-of-a-kind experience to lovers of the “cheezy” cracker. Started on Monday, the first Cheez-In Diner will be open for one week only in Woodstock.

Pint Sized rebranding, Troy music venue up for sale

The owner of No Fun and Pint Sized is making some changes. No Fun, a live music venue in Troy, has been listed for sale, and Pint Sized, a small bar and bottle shop in Albany and Saratoga Springs, is changing its name.

Gaffney’s in Saratoga Springs, facing foreclosure, is up for sale

Gaffney’s, a bar at 16 Caroline Street in Saratoga Springs, is facing potential foreclosure and has been listed for sale. The foreclosure documents were filed with the Saratoga County Supreme Court on May 15.

Cannoneer Café opens its doors in Watervliet

After about a year in the making, Cannoneer Café has opened in Watervliet. Owner Karen Gordon opened the doors on Monday, May 13.

Caffe Italia sets last day in Albany before Guilderland move

Caffe Italia Ristorante has announced the final day at its Albany location before the restaurant closes to move to Guilderland. The restaurant’s last day at 662 Central Avenue is set for Saturday, May 25.

Blackbirds Bike Cafe sets opening date in Voorheesville

Blackbirds Bike Cafe has set its opening day at 43 South Main Street in Voorheesville. The bike cafe is officially opening on Wednesday, May 29.

Restaurant specials for the Belmont in Saratoga

Hotels and restaurants are gearing up for the influx of people traveling to Saratoga Springs that weekend. Many restaurants in and around the Spa City are having Belmont specials and are currently accepting reservations.

DeFazio’s takes over Indian Ladder Farms Pizza Garden

DeFazio’s Pizzeria is the new operator of the Pizza Garden at Indian Ladder Farms. The Pizza Garden officially opens for the season on Saturday, May 25.

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