Novak's Hungarian Restaurant

Since I was a child, Novaks has gone above and beyond to ensure I have a special birthday meal. Matilda and Karen made this year even more special. They treat you like family and the food is life changing! And always, always save room for dessert.
Jun 15th, 2023

We had a wonderful evening with great food and service! Felt spoiled! Will eat here again. Thank you for an amazing evening:)
Jun 15th, 2023

Decided to try this place for lunch. The lack of info online with prices and menu options and then the added 4% up charge at the end to process my card and also the fact they are open 2 days a week is the logic behind my review. Lunch items were all priced at $18 a plate. They did comp us the fried bread appetizer and it tasted like a funnel cake without the sugar and came with some type of strawberry spread. 3/5 stars. I had the beef dish and soup. It was kinda like a beef stew in a gravy over a home made noodle. 2/5- nothing special here. Gf had the chicken dish. It was bland and also served over the same kinda noodle. Soup appetizer that was included goulash was alright. Reminded me of beef veggie soup from progresso. 3/5 For $44 lunch for 2 people - I wont return. I encourage them to be more transparent with the menu and pricing. The service was warm and friendly so it is hard to give such a low score to such nice people but it is what it is
Jun 9th, 2023

My father was born in Budapest. Hungary and I grew up with the rich flavors of many old world dishes cooked by my grandfather, who became a chef at the Waldorf Astoria in New York after immigrating from Budapest. I love Novaks, because their recipes are authentic. It is still family owned and run, and they are about the friendliest eatery in Albany. I love Novaks!
May 29th, 2023

So glad they are open again. Only Thirsday and Friday. So book early.
May 15th, 2023