Yono's Restaurant

Name: Yono's Restaurant
Address: 25 Chapel Street, Albany, NY, United States, 12210
Telephone: (518) 436-7747
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1101 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary American

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for fine wines
Romantic

Yono's, a two time Top 100 restaurants winner, has been Albany's premiere World Class restaurant for almost years. Owned and operated by second generation renowned restaurateur, Dominick Purnomo, the intimate, elegant split level dining room is has recently gone through a renovation modernizing the dining room now elegantly appointed with neutral colors, bronzed mirrors, a large fireplace, crystal chandelier, and floral displays. An innovative menu of blending French Technique, Asian Influence & American Ingredients pays homage to the rich culinary history of founding Chef Yono Purnomo. Managing partner & sommelier Josh Turo offers a wine list with some 1000 labels representing every major wine growing region in the world. Let the Yono's 4 star service staff anticipate your needs, while you experience the luxury and elegance of a bygone era.

Located adjacent to Yono's, is dp An American Brasserie, a decidedly more casual alternative. www.dpbrasserie.com

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Indonesian, Asian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(518) 436-7747
Website
http://www.yonos.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Executive Chef
Chef Patron Dominick Purnomo
Private party facilities
Yono's offers 3 settings for your private or corporate dining needs. The Broadway Room is our largest room accommodating 30-120 people for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or 180 people for a cocktail reception. The State Room can accommodate 20 people and the Capital Room will seat up to 10.

Location
25 Chapel Street, Albany, NY 12210
Area
Albany
Cross Street
Sheridan Avenue
Parking details
Valet Parking in the adjacent Hampton Inn & Suites lot for $7 (When Available). Metered Street Park is complimentary after 5pm.
Entertainment
Hamilton Street, a piano and bass duo, play light jazz & pop standards on Friday & Saturday evenings.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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GRILLED SPANISH OCTOPUS
Crispy Potato | Pickled Green Mango | Coconut Curry
SLOW COOKED COLUMBIA COUNTY PORK BELLY
"Saté Sauces" | Charred Scallion | Pickled Pepper Coulis
MAINE LOBSTER “NASI GORENG”: INDONESIAN FRIED RICE
Jasmine Rice | Lobster Claw Meat | Vegetables | Feather Ridge Farm Hen Egg | Sweet Soy Sauce
PAN SEARED HUDSON VALLEY FOIE GRAS
Blackberry Jam | Toasted Crushed Filberts | Brioche Toast | (Nine Dollar Supplement)
SUMMER HARVEST SALAD
Local Tomatoes | Roasted Figs | Pea Tendrils | Whipped Maplebrook Farm Burrata | Lemongrass Vinaigrette

Main Courses

PAN SEARED ATLANTIC HALIBUT
Hearts of Palm Purée | Prince Edward Island Mussels | English Peas | Saffron Sauce
PAN SEARED GEORGES BANKS SCALLOPS
Charred Corn Butter Milk Purée | Summer Squash | Fricassée of Asparagus, Lima Beans & Peas | Coconut Fumet
JAPANESE EGGPLANT RICOTTA GNUDI
Locally Foraged Mushrooms | Coconut Curry Broth | Charred Green Onion Oil
ROASTED LOVERS LEAP FARM SUCKLING PIG
Onion Soubise | Charred Orange & Tomato Relish | Pickled Peruvian Pepper | Orange Ginger Coconut Milk Sauce
PAN SEARED LA BELLE FARM MAGRET DUCK BREAST
Silky Parsnip | Black Berry Aigre Doux | Asparagus | Lime Leaf Candlenut & Foie Gras Sauce
CHAR GRILLED AUSTRALIAN LAMB LOIN
Fava Bean Purée | English Peas | Potato Pavé | Fire Roasted Tomato Demi Glace | Micro Mint
OVERNIGHT BRAISED BLACK ANGUS BEEF SHORT RIB “RENDANG”
Tamarind Roasted Eggplant | Crispy Compressed Rice | Palm Sugar, Lemongrass, Lime Leaves & Chili

What 1,101 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Upstate New York
Innovative
Upstate New York
Great for fine wines
Upstate New York
Romantic
Upstate New York
Contemporary American
Capital District
Best Overall
Capital District
Best Service
Capital District
Innovative
Capital District
Neighbourhood gem
Capital District
Great for fine wines
Capital District
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Yono's Restaurant in the Capital Region is renowned for its exquisite cuisine and "world class service." Diners rave about the "fantastic food" and "impeccably prepared" dishes, often highlighting the unique menu and elegant ambiance. Perfect for special occasions, Yono's promises an unforgettable culinary experience with attentive staff.

1,101 Reviews

N
Neil
Upstate NY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding on all counts! If there were more places like Yono’s, it wouldn’t be the special place it is.
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Rob
New York City
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Yono’s is a fantastic restaurant for fine dining and great wine pairing. This evening was a business dinner. I have also enjoyed romantic dinners there with my wife and had wonderful evenings there with family and friends. The food is consistently good. The service is welcoming and accommodating.
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George
Denver
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This dinner at Yono’s was the Peay wine dinner. Th pairings of food and wines were spot on.
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Marco
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We happened to encounter this restaurant en route from southwest Connecticut to Buffalo, and we are so happy to find this gem! This restaurant truly meets the criteria of "excellent cooking that is worth a detour". If you are looking for a carefully crafted, delicately balanced tasting menu with a South East Asian flair, you can find it at Yono! The chef pays special attention to your dietary restrictions and adjust the tasting menu accordingly. Their food truly encapsulates the beautiful medley of land and sea, paired with excellent hospitality.
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Louis
Upstate NY
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 26 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Parking was not easy on the night we went. There was a grand piano but it was not being played that night. The wait staff was outstanding! We did the 8 course and wine pairing. Everyone was knowledgeable and explained each dish and paired wine. I definitely ate outside of my comfort zone. There was only one thing I really did not like and didn’t finish. There was one I could have done without but I didn’t waist it. The rest were all very good in my opinion. There were at least 2 that I thought I wouldn’t like but surprisingly were very good. I liked 6 of the 8 wines and there were 2 or 3 that I will be looking for. (Hopefully I can afford them😂). I did not go away hungry but for about $525 for 2 😖. Add a 20% tip and wow. But it was my girlfriend’s birthday and she is worth every penny of it. If you are adventurous in you eating and have the deneros, it a cool experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Alabama
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 12 September 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Our server was distracted by a large table next to us. She was trying to engage with us, but the net result did not meet our expectations. By the time we ordered, they were out of a few items. We eat out often at comparable restaurants and this one did not measure up.
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Roger
Miami
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 6 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very good elements but some subpar. Great menu, the octopus sauce was amazing and the purées ( heart of palm .. ) were also exceptional. But the Halibut was overcooked and the octopus on the chewy side. The scallop entrée was good. So, great dish compositions with lots of veggies, but the cook needs to learn cook fish properly.
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barbara
New York City
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 31 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We found it a wonderful experience. Great food great service great ambiance! Can’t wait to return
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Did the Grand Menu. I highly recommend. Service was impeccable.
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zhanneta
New York City
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 August 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I expected better food and service, but everything was below average. I will not be returning. The restaurant's interior is like a regular eatery, and I was surprised to see artificial flowers in such an expensive place – that's unacceptable. While the scallops were good, the octopus was overcooked and tough, and the pork belly appetizer was disappointing. The halibut was very dry. Although the plate with beef short ribs was huge – at least my brother was excited. The presentation and silverware were very simple. I cannot recommend this place .
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Yono's Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1101 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

27 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

25 Chapel Street, Albany, NY 12210

Additional information

Cross Street
Sheridan Avenue
Area
Albany
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Indonesian, Asian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Parking details
Valet Parking in the adjacent Hampton Inn & Suites lot for $7 (When Available). Metered Street Park is complimentary after 5pm.
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Patron Dominick Purnomo
Entertainment
Hamilton Street, a piano and bass duo, play light jazz & pop standards on Friday & Saturday evenings.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.yonos.com/
Phone number
(518) 436-7747
Private party facilities
Yono's offers 3 settings for your private or corporate dining needs. The Broadway Room is our largest room accommodating 30-120 people for breakfast, lunch or dinner, or 180 people for a cocktail reception. The State Room can accommodate 20 people and the Capital Room will seat up to 10.

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GRILLED SPANISH OCTOPUS

SLOW COOKED COLUMBIA COUNTY PORK BELLY

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PAN SEARED HUDSON VALLEY FOIE GRAS

SUMMER HARVEST SALAD

Main Courses

PAN SEARED ATLANTIC HALIBUT

PAN SEARED GEORGES BANKS SCALLOPS

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OVERNIGHT BRAISED BLACK ANGUS BEEF SHORT RIB “RENDANG”

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