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Yono's Restaurant, Albany, NY

Yono's Restaurant

4.7
4.7
1101 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Neighborhood 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
  • Neighborhood
    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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Menu

October

Amuse Bouche

  • North Atlantic Scallop Crudo

    • Baked Island Creek Oysters

      • Summer Harvest Salad

        • Pan Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras

          • Roasted Lovers Leap Farm Suckling Pig

            • Char Grilled Australian Lamb Loin

              • Four Fat Fowl St. Stephen

                • S'mores Pavlova

                  • Mignardises

                    First Course

                    • CHILLED ISLAND CREEK OYSTERS

                      Pink Peppercorn & Prosecco Mignonette | Calvisius Caviar

                      • NORTH ATLANTIC SCALLOP CRUDO

                        Espelette Pepper | Citrus Olive Oil | Lime Zest | Maldon Sea Salt | Radish | Lime | Salmon Roe

                        • 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

                                                Last updated: October 23, 2024

                                                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

                                                  Neighborhood 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

                                                1. Neil

                                                  Upstate NY

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                  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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                                                2. Rob

                                                  New York City

                                                  23 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  5.0

                                                  23 reviews

                                                  Dined on November 14, 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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                                                3. George

                                                  Denver

                                                  18 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  5.0

                                                  18 reviews

                                                  Dined on November 6, 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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                                                4. Marco

                                                  New York City

                                                  4 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  4 reviews

                                                  Dined on September 27, 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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                                                5. Louis

                                                  Upstate NY

                                                  1 review

                                                  4.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on September 26, 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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                                                6. OpenTable Diner

                                                  Alabama

                                                  1 review

                                                  2.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on September 12, 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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                                                7. Roger

                                                  Miami

                                                  9 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  9 reviews

                                                  Dined on September 6, 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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                                                8. barbara

                                                  New York City

                                                  12 reviews

                                                  vip
                                                  5.0

                                                  12 reviews

                                                  Dined on August 31, 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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                                                9. OpenTable Diner

                                                  Washington DC

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on August 16, 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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                                                10. zhanneta

                                                  New York City

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  3.0

                                                  2 reviews

                                                  Dined on August 14, 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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                                                FAQs

                                                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 reservation

                                                2 people
                                                9:30 PM
                                                Booked 3 times today
                                                Google Map for Yono's Restaurant

                                                25 Chapel Street, Albany, NY 12210

                                                Additional information

                                                • Cross street
                                                  Sheridan Avenue
                                                • Neighborhood
                                                  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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