The British-Themed Restaurant That Will Whisk You Across The Pond Without Ever Leaving New York
By Lea Monroe|Published March 19, 2019
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Writer for Only In Your State. Scribbling about all things New York and Buffalo related while also keeping you updated on the latest travel news! Inquiries: Lmonroe@onlyinyourstate.com
Curious historians and intrigued New Yorkers, gather around! We’re ready to revel with excitement over some of New York’s oldest attractions. You previously may have been wowed by the Empire State’s oldest restaurant, The ’76 House in Tappan, which has a history dating all the way back to the late 1600s. Well, prepare to be completely fascinated by this one historic building that just so happens to now operate as a whimsically-themed eatery within in our state’s capital. Take a look!
Welcoming you to the city of Albany, The Olde English Pub and Pantry is a dining destination that has a downright charming theme.
Located inside of the historic Quackenbush House, that just so happens to be the oldest building still in use in Albany, The Olde English Pub will transport you to another time.
You'll frequently see guests drinking out of massive tea cups filled with hard cider or lager that look like they belong inside the world of Alice in Wonderland, but don't worry! That's just one of the perks of celebrating your birthday here.
Speaking of drinks, this themed restaurant features a variety of British beers, handfuls of Scotches, Guinness, and other rotating beers that you can't find just anywhere.
When it comes to the pantry half of The Olde English Pub, you'll be able to find a lunch and dinner menu that has a mixture of both British and American eats.
Scan the menu and find BLTea’s, Fish and Chips, Welsh Leek and Potato, Beef Wellingtons, Pub Burgers, Shepherd’s Pies, and other deliciously intriguing meals that are too good to pass up.
As you're taking the time to soak in this place, you'll be able to notice all of the delightful details that have gone into making this pub and pantry feel authentically themed.
Even featuring an outside garden patio that will leave you breathless during our warmer months, hop across the pond with a visit to The Olde English Pub in Albany.
The Olde English Pub and Pantry is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. To find out more, click here.
