Ambition Coffee & Eatery, Inc

Imagine 90’s McDonald’s prices with the quality of Panera.

Great food. Great staff. Incredible prices! $3 for a hot bacon/egg/cheese sandwich on wheat toast ready in under 5 min? That’s insanely cheap, and it’s really good.

Young, ambitious crew but quite intelligent. Thanks for the chocolate bar.

Very friendly, food was fast and delicious! Cozy with unique decorations.

I eat at Ambition at least once a week. It's a staple of my diet. I've not once had a sandwich I didn't love. The funky vibe and awesome folks who work here make this a Schenectady staple for brunch and lunch. Love this place

Great staff welcomed us, and they took time offering samples of different brews. When finding out we were just stopping in they offered recommendations, and helpful tips. The coffee was delicious as were the pastries they offer! Make sure to get a Bailey's chocolate chip muffin for the road! They even suggested warming it up to make sure we enjoyed it as much as possible. Really great local place, and one I will visit again anytime in the area

Enjoy lunch with my sister today, and the staff was very accommodating with my sister's food choices . Friendly plus staff.

Went for brunch. Crowded, fun atmosphere. We were sat quickly, and had drinks in hand within minutes. Ordered and sat back to sip and chat. Server came by a few times to check in.
Our food arrived after about 45 minutes, so we were very ready to dig in. He had an omelet and home fries - both fine. Not great, but fine. I had a chicken salad wrap and some tortilla chips that it apparently comes with. Again, fine. Mostly bland. But neither were 'bad'.
Mimosas were good, iced coffee I would generously say was OK.
Bill with a 20% tip came to $80.
Will try again in a few months, but not sprinting back anytime soon.

Was just grabing a coffe on the way out of town. The guy at the counter made some quick recommendations and breakfast Sammy's 2go. Egg ham and cheese on a bagel for 3 bucks. Crazy good deal and good sando. Coffee was great too. Atmosphere inside is awesome.

Ambition has been part of the heart of Schenectady since before the city's turnaround. A unique gay cafe that looks like a hole in the wall from a big city. The staff has always been relaxed and friendly. It's remarkable how they manage it year after year. The food is great too. Soups, salads, and sandwiches that have always been my go to for lunch. Several parking lots within a block or two. If you don't need fancy but still want good, I can't think of a better recommendation. Even the whistling kettle a couple of doors down isn't as good.

Went to Ambition to get a to-go order for the first time today with a colleague, the staff was extremely friendly and the entire vibe of the restaurant is wonderful. So casual and relaxed yet eclectic. The menu has something for everyone and the food is phenomenal. I tried the Cranberry Club and it was absolutely delicious. Service was quick which was great for my half hour lunch break. I'll be making this my new lunch spot for when I'm at the office. Do yourself a favor and try Ambition!