Make your plans for March 17, 2023

Heading to Albany's Central Social District for the Men's College Basketball this March? When the action in the MVP Arena takes a break, read on (or use the Google map) to find plenty to do just steps from the front doors on Friday, March 17. 

 

Don't forget to stop by the Block Party in front of the MVP Arena, running 12:00 PM-9:00 PM, complete with games on the giant video boards. Event is free and open to the public. 

 

You can also view March 18 information here, and view March 19 information here

 

Complete Downtown event calendar here

Dining & Drinks:

677 Prime
Open 5:00 PM-10:00 PM
More information and reservations here
 

Albany Stadium Restaurant & Bar
Open 11:00 AM-12:00 AM
NCAA games being shown
More information here

 

Albany War Room Tavern
Open 11:00 AM-11:00 PM
More information here


Bahn Mi 47
Open 11:30 AM-6:00 PM
More information here


Ballistic Shrimp
Open 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
More information here


Cafe Capriccio
Open 5:00 PM-10:00 PM
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Capitol House Chinese Kitchen
Open 10:00 AM-9:00 PM
More information here

 

Downtown Nutrition Albany
Open 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
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dp An American Brasserie
Open Noon-10:00 PM
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Dunkin'
Open 5:00 AM-5:30 PM
More information here

 

Emmanuel Thai Restaurant
Open 11:00 AM-9:00 PM
More information here


Hill Street Cafe
Open 10:30 AM-late (past midnight)
NCAA games being shown; free parking in Hill Street lot
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Lam's Kitchen
Open 10:30 AM-9:30 PM
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Loch & Quay
Open 10:00 AM-10:00 PM
NCAA games being shown; special menu being served
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Maurice's Deli
Open 7:30 AM-7:00 PM
More information here


McGeary's Irish Pub
Open 11:00 AM-2:00 AM (kitchen closes at Midnight)
NCAA games being shown; live music Noon-3:00 PM
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Miranda's Deli
Open 8:00 AM-3:00 PM
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Motor Oil Coffee
Open 7:00 AM-4:00 PM
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Mr. B's Coffee
Open 6:30 AM-11:00 AM
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Nocturnal Cookies
Open 7:00 PM-1:00 AM
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OKIPOKI
Open 11:00 AM-8:00 PM
More information here

 

Parish Public House
Open 11:30 AM-10:00 PM
NCAA games being shown
More information here

 

Pearl Fried Chicken
Open: 11:00 AM-11:00 PM
More information here


Pearl Street Diner
Open 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
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Pizzeria Sapienza
Open 10:00 AM-late
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Primrose Cafe
Open 8:30 AM-3:30 PM
More information here

 

Ria's Bistro
Open 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
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Saati Deli
Open 8:00 AM-2:30 PM
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Sessions Lounge
Open 11:30 AM-1:00 AM
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Stacks Espresso Bar
Open 7:00 AM-3:00 PM
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Stagecoach Coffee
Open 6:30 AM-4:30 PM
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Subway
Open 8:30 AM-8:00 PM
More information here

 

Suga Foot's Soul Kitchen
Open 2:00 PM-9:00 PM
More information here


The Bishop
Open 10:00 AM-12:00 AM
NCAA games being shown
More information here

 

The Bull & Bee: Meadery & Tasting Room
Open 11:00 AM-11:00 PM
NCAA games will be shown
More information here

 

The City Beer Hall
Open 12:00 PM-2:00 AM (kitchen closes at midnight)
More information here 


The Cloud
Open 9:00 PM-2:00 AM
More information here


The Cobblestone Lunch Shoppe
Open 10:00 AM-2:00 PM
More information here

 

The Excelsior Pub
Open 11:00 AM-2:00 AM
NCAA games will be shown; live music starting at 8:00 PM
More information here

 

The Hollow Bar + Kitchen
Open 11:30 AM-late (kitchen closes at 10:00 PM)
More information here


The Olde English Pub
Open 11:00 AM-11:00 PM (kitchen closes at 10:00 PM)
Live bagpiping starting at 5:30 PM
More information here

 

The Skinny Pancake
Open 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
More information here


The Spinning Gyro
Open 11:00 AM-9:00 PM
More information here

 

Wellington's
Open 7:00 AM-Midnight
Breakfast 7a-11a | Lunch 11a-5p | Dinner 5p-9p | Bar 4p-12a
NCAA games shown as applicable on available stations
More information here


Wizard Burger
Open 11:00 AM-8:00 PM
More information here


Yono's Restaurant
Open 5:00 PM-10:00 PM
More information here
 

Recreation: 

Blessed Body Fitness Studio
Class at 6:30 PM
More information here


Empire Live
Open 11:00 AM-games over
NCAA games being shown; drink specials, games, and DJ Ritz Carlton
More information here


Far Shot
Open 3:00 PM-12:00 AM
More information here

 

Modern Body Art
Open Noon-7:00 PM
More information here
 

The Yard Hatchet House & Bar
Open 10:00 AM-11:00 PM; NCAA games being shown
Specials: Taco & Drink special, Axe-throwing plus food & drink combo available
More information and reservations here
 

Shopping:

B Lodge & Co
Open 11:00 AM-5:25 PM
Mention "NCAA in Downtown" for 10% off purchase
More information here


Broadway Plaza Liquor
Open 10:30 AM-9:00 PM
More information here


B Unieke
Open 11:00 AM-7:00 PM
More information here


Coulson's News & Deli
Open 6:00 AM-10:00 PM
More information here


Diana's Wine & Spirits
Open 9:00 AM-9:00 PM
More information here


El Pilon Market
Open 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
More information here


European Tailoring & Alterations
Open 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
More information here


Food Near Me
Open 8:00 AM-12:00 AM
More information here
 

Fort Orange General Store
Open 11:00 AM-7:00 PM
More information here

Fresh & Fly Clothing
Open 10:00 AM-8:00 PM
More information here


Madison Deli and Grill
Open 6:00 AM-12:00 AM
More information here


McGreevy ProLab & ProPress
Open 10:00 AM-4:30 PM
More information here


Pearl Discount & Beauty
Open 9:00 AM-8:00 PM
More information here


Pearl Street Convenience
Open 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
More information here


River Garden Studio
Open 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
More information here


South End Grocery
Open 10:00 AM-8:00 PM
More information here
 

The Enchanted Florist & Gifts of Albany
Open 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
More information here
 

The Vandy Thrift Shoppe
Open 11:00 AM-2:00 PM
More information here


Truman Jewelers
Open 11:00 AM-5:00 PM
More information here
 

Relaxation: 

BeAti Acupuncture Wellness Clinic
Open 10:30 AM-6:30 PM
More information here


Michael DeNardis Salon
Open 10:00 AM-5:00 PM
More information here


Patsy's Barber Shop
Open 9:00 AM-6:00 PM
More information here


Salon 109
Open 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
More information here
 

STUDIO23
Open 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
More information and book appointment here