Daily Grind

Great staff: really friendly, helpful with suggestions, and made my visit enjoyable. The food and drink, however, aren't great. Over 3 visits, I had a muffin no better than the ones at Market32 (which is to say, pedestrian, at best), a latte that was better than Starbucks but only just, and a dirty chai latte that I ended up throwing out (the latte part was pretty much just 3 inches of foam, and the chai was out of a box (or at least I hope it was). Will I go again? Probably, largely because of the staff and its location and maybe to try a made-to-order breakfast item (which I have not had) but never because of the drinks or the pret food. Sorry, DG, I wanted to love you.

Fast and yummy will come back for the bangor bagel sandwich

Literally one of the best cafe experiences I've had. The cafe was warm and inviting, the barista was so sweet, and the coffee and egg and cheese sandwich I got? Perfection.

This place is obviously popular with a large range of people, just from the few short minutes I was in there. You can count on me coming back soon.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet. The daily grind on Lark street is by far one of my favorite places to both get a bite to eat and bring friends who I haven't seen in several years. What a great Meetup spot!

I want to like this place because it's local but it disappoints each time...today I paid $7 for a sausage egg and cheddar. It was the saddest breakfast sandwich ever...roll was flat and dry, one tiny egg (not even sure it was a full egg), and two small pieces of bacon instead of the sausage I asked for. Maybe I'm just used to NYC breakfast sandwiches that are significantly less pricey and infinitely more satisfying but this is the last time I waste my time here.

Really good coffee and a solid sandwich and wrap menu. They could definitely use more seating, but if you're lucky and snag a spot it's a very relaxing environment.

I take my coffee black and I appreciated the bold blend.

Wonderful!! BEST coffee in Albany!!!! Lee( the owner) knows his coffee!!! I had a Fantastic cappuccino 😀😀😀Great cookies and pastries too. fast and friendly service

Just my opinion - But lived a lot of places in my 40 years, and this is my favorite coffee shop ever. Food, coffee, service, atmosphere, always great. And (probably?) more importantly, this is a neighborhood pillar in my mind. Absolutely great place, just go

I thought starbucks had great espresso... forgive me world! the breakfast sandwich is homemade with love...by love i mean creamy cheese tender freshly sliced steak onions diced & sauteed today with eggs from a farm in heaven i assume! BEST WAY TO START THE DAiLY GRiND! Trust me Bro!

Ordered online so I can't comment on the service or atmosphere, but oh my god that was the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. Made & delivered in record time also!