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El Mexicano: Tasty Mexican Food

May 17, 2012 By

If you’re craving some guacamole, El Mexicano is the spot for you. Whether you’re in the mood for some spicy, flavorful enchiladas, a plate of crunchy tacos, some sizzling fajitas, or the cheesy yumminess of a chile relleno, you’ll find something to like about this quaint little café. Plus, they give you free chips and salsa for starters, along with a gratis dessert at the end of your meal. Colorful, hand painted murals adorn the walls and make for a fun, festive atmosphere. The service is fast and friendly and the sangria is divine.

El Mexicano
280 South Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 226-0105

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Eugenio’s Café Gelato: Taste of Italy

April 19, 2012 By

Nothing beats the creamy smoothness of hand-crafted gelato. Customers who’ve sampled the real deal in Italy say Eugenio’s Café Gelato is about as good as it gets. It’s made on the premises using the proprietor’s family recipes from the old country. Gelato tends to be lighter and airier than ice cream, with a super-smooth texture and an intense flavor. The good news is that it also has slightly less fat and calories than ice cream, so you can decrease the guilt factor when enjoying it. An abundance of flavors makes it hard to settle on just one; there’s lemon, Oreo cookie, pistachio, coconut, and chocolate-hazelnut, to name just a few. Coffee drinks and a wide assortment of pastries are also available, including biscotti, cannoli, chocolate cake, and cookies. Closed on Sundays.

Eugenio’s Café Gelato
458 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 691-6000

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Ravenous Crepes: Sweet and Savory

March 22, 2012 By

Ah, crepes, the French version of the pancake – only thinner, feather-light, and filled with a yummy assortment of sweet and savory fillings. If this description piques your interest, then head over to Ravenous Crepes, Saratoga Springs’s one and only creperie. The crepes here take an international approach, with fillings that roam the globe to include Indian curry, Tex-Mex, and Italian. There are also the traditional French fillings like Gruyere, ham, and asparagus. Try the hand-cut pommes frites, crispy and golden, served in a paper cone with a dipping sauce. Save a spot in your tummy for one of their scrumptious dessert crepes, like the Divine Decadence, filled with Belgian chocolate sauce, crumbled brownie, and whipped cream. Hard cider, beer, and wine are also on the menu. Open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

Ravenous Crepes
21 Phila Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 581-0560

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Children’s Museum at Saratoga: Discover the World

February 16, 2012 By

The Children’s Museum at Saratoga is a great place to let the little ones have big fun playing and exploring for a couple of hours. They can play dress-up in costumes, work in a miniature store or post office, climb aboard the Saratoga Trolley, or put on a fireman’s coat and slide down the firehouse pole. There’s also a crafts room where they can create their own masterpiece and a make-believe veterinary hospital where they can examine pets and look at x-rays. The museum’s targeted at kids age 7 and under, but older kids can also enjoy it if in the company of the younger ones. Admission is $6 for children and adults, with kids under age one, free.

Children's Museum at Saratoga
69 Caroline Street
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 584-5540

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Looking for Something Fun to Do?

December 2, 2011 By

If you’re looking for fun things to do and interesting places to see—you’ve come to the right place! Check back here for upcoming activities and events in your area as well as local restaurant reviews and much more!

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