No Rails Ale House — Restaurant in Albany

This is a great place for microbrew aficionados. The atmosphere is simple and comfortable and generally not rowdy. The sofa and soft chairs area is a nice touch. They do not serve food but you are welcome to bring a picnic or get delivery from numerous establishments nearby.

Their current tap list favors big strong beers with numerous imperial styles with abv as high as 14%. More than half of their current offerings are served in 10 oz.(?) Goblets. This may change seasonally, I will have to check when the weather gets warmer.

They also offer growler fill and have a well stocked...

Enter the establishment with my Service Dog, who was wearing a bright red Service vest, following all commands as trained and certified. She immediately sat down by my seat position and laid down by my feet. The guy behind the bar was rude and said "pets aren't allowed". I explain that she isn't a pet, but a certified Service Animal and he continued to pursue the matter aggressively from behind the bar, across the room in front of more than a dozen people, said "Well if it starts acting up I'm going to make you leave". I was embarrassed and immediately triggered. Filing an...

There's a good selection of beer; I like that they have local seltzer/cider on tap as well. It opens the door for inviting friends along that are gluten intolerant/cutting carbs. There's always some famous brews and a few hidden gems. Yeah, the bartender is quiet. Not an issue for me -- actually refreshing as it tamps down on the annoying beer 'aficionados' clucking at the bar. That said, I'm hoping that they get something like Heater Allen's pilsner on tap.. high quality lagers aren't heavily represented...