Grappa 72 - Albany (NY)

5 /5 Darren Simmons: Walked in to a great little three piece jazz band by the bar. Very cool. The food was amazing and the atmosphere is very comfortable, almost to the point you don’t want to leave. The homemade bread and olive tapenade is a fantastic way to start. We had the melanzana eggplant appetizer, awesome. Entrees were penne romanoff with vodka sauce and Anthony’s pasta with sausage and meatballs, risotto frutti dimare and the risotto fungi. All were absolutely fantastic. It’s a must try if you love authentic Italian cuisine.

5 /5 Veronica Santos: The food and service was amazing. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The pasta was incredible. Make sure to leave room for dessert. All around fabulous experience. Highly recommend!

5 /5 Catherine McCarthy: This restaurant is wonderful .We have never been disappointed. The staff are very friendly .The food was delicious and they always have great specials .The desserts are all in house made .

5 /5 Manny Santos: An unforgettable dining experience at Grappa 72. We started with a bottle of Meiomi Pinot Noir, accompanied by fresh bread with olive tapenade, oil, and vinegar, plus perfectly crisp, flavor-packed arancini. For entrées, we enjoyed the Mahi Mahi special, a seafood risotto with scallops, and my personal favorite, the delectable chicken scallopino topped with five tender scallops. Each dish was beautifully prepared and bursting with flavor. The ambiance sets the tone, smooth jazz in the background, chic décor, and a spotless, welcoming environment (even the bathrooms are immaculate). Service is truly impeccable, attentive without ever being intrusive. Dessert deserves special mention. While I’m not sure if Grappa 72 is widely known for their homemade sweets, they absolutely should be. Their Tiramisu is perfection, and the strawberry-ricotta cheesecake with lemon zest is even more extraordinary. Paired with a double espresso, it makes for the perfect finale. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation, this is fine dining done right, from start to finish.

5 /5 Colleen Marcella: Wow ! This restaurant is definitely has it together. The food is extremely delicious with an assortment of different flavors , perfection! The Caesar Salad, The calamari The specials all cooked perfectly. The waitress never wrote down anything from appetizer’s to dinner to their amazing homemade desserts. She was unquestionably impressive! I highly recommend! I’m looking forward to going back again & again to try other dishes.