🫙 Food & Preservation in Albany County

Middle Eastern and South Asian grocery with a halal meat department and an Indian-Bangladeshi restaurant. Sells produce, spices, rice and snacks; takeout and delivery available.

A halal meat market in Albany, Albany County, licensed as a retail food store by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

A halal meat market in Latham, Albany County, licensed as a retail food store by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

U-pick strawberries, apples, and pumpkins on a family orchard. Cider, vegetables, and bakery items available. Accepts FMNP and FCC.

A halal meat market in Albany, Albany County, licensed as a retail food store by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

Seasonal roadside farm stand on Western Avenue in Albany selling fresh, locally grown vegetables and produce during the summer growing season, June through August. Open Monday through Friday — a convenient neighborhood source for Capital Region residents looking to buy direct from a local farm.

A small CSA farm in Altamont, Schenectady County, visible from the scenic overlook at John Boyd Thatcher State Park — the historic Dutch barn (circa 1730) sits below. A portion of the original Fryer Farm revived as Black Creek Farm, offering vegetables and fruits grown exclusively for CSA members, plus maple syrup from their own maple groves on the Helderberg escarpment.

Member-supported community farm in Altamont offering an organic CSA share program producing a diverse range of fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Solar-powered and organically farmed, with additional production of maple syrup and wines. Located at Fryer Lane in Altamont, just minutes from the Helderberg Escarpment. Sells through farm CSA shares direct to members. A committed small organic operation with deep ties to the local food community.

Farm stand carrying seasonal flowers, fruit, and vegetables plus locally made ice cream. Open daily through the growing season. Accepts FMNP and FCC.

A family farm in Latham, Albany County, selling vegetables, herbs, apples, berries, pumpkins, beef, and pork.

Locally grown fruits and vegetables, cut flowers, trees and shrubs, sod, firewood, and bedding plants. Open April through December.

Cafe, bakery, and nursery with locally sourced products. Cafe open Monday through Friday, store open daily April through December.

Halal grocery store selling halal-certified meats and groceries. Offers in-store shopping, pickup and delivery.

A halal meat market in Albany, Albany County, licensed as a retail food store by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

Diversified farm and farm store in Preston Hollow offering grass-fed beef, lamb, goat, chicken, eggs, and woolen products. Farm store and lunch every Saturday 11am–2pm, with special food events throughout the year. Handmade goods include socks, hats, comforters, fleeces, and lamb skins crafted from their own wool, llama, and alpaca fiber. Well stocked with local dairy, cheeses, and regional food products.

Albany's homegrown member-owned and operated consumer food cooperative, founded in 1976. The largest and highest-quality selection of local, organic, and natural grocery in the Capital District, open to the public seven days a week. Features a full deli and catering department, extensive produce section featuring local farms, bulk dry goods, specialty cheese, wellness products, craft beer, wine, and a Teaching Kitchen and Community Room offering free classes, workshops, and wellness sessions. Also operates a satellite counter at Empire State Plaza. True cooperative governance — member-owners vote on the annual budget and major decisions. One of the longest-running food cooperatives in New York State.

Albany County's most celebrated century farm, established in 1916 at the foot of the Helderberg Escarpment and named for a pre-colonial Native American trail scaling the nearby cliffs in John Boyd Thacher State Park. The fourth-generation, family-owned orchard spans over 300 acres producing 40+ varieties of apples, plus strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, pumpkins, winter squash, and summer vegetables. Seasonal pick-your-own for berries, apples, and pumpkins. Year-round farm market and bakery featuring fresh-pressed cider, famous cider doughnuts, pies, pastries, local meats, milk, and cheeses. Yellow Rock Café serves seasonal breakfast and brunch. The Cidery & Brewery produces hard cider and craft beer from on-farm ingredients. Certified EcoApple grower with educational programs, farm tours, and agritourism. A TasteNY attraction. Open March through December daily. A regularly updated events calendar covers seasonal festivals, pick-your-own openings, live music, and other farm happenings: https://www.indianladderfarms.com/events-calendar/

DeFazio's at the Pizza Garden — the Troy-based pizzeria's seasonal outpost at Indian Ladder Farms' Cidery & Brewery, serving wood-fired pizza in the outdoor Biergarten alongside the farm's craft beers and hard ciders. Open Fridays through Sundays in summer.

Seasonal farm stand on Kenwood Avenue in Delmar carrying fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables from July through October. Open Monday through Saturday — a neighborhood source for in-season produce in the heart of Bethlehem, just minutes from downtown Albany.

Family farm in Rensselaerville near the Huyck Preserve, growing produce, eggs, and mushrooms, with a small farm-to-table kitchen serving weekend brunch and Wednesday dinner.

Grass-fed and pasture-raised meats, local vegetables and flowers, stone hearth artisan breads, and wool products from local farms all in one farm store.

200+ acre agritourism farm in Coeymans Hollow growing pawpaw, North America's largest native fruit, at the northern edge of its range. Home of the New York Pawpaw Festival, first held September 26-27, 2026, with pawpaw tastings, workshops, forest walks, speakers on agroforestry and regenerative agriculture, vendors, and live music.

Family-run butcher and deli (McCarroll's The Village Butcher), in business since 1921, cutting beef to order and grinding beef and making Italian sausage on site; also serves breakfast sandwiches, subs and wraps and offers catering.

A halal meat market in Albany, Albany County, licensed as a retail food store by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets.

A farm in Colonie, Albany County.

Self-serve farm stand open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from March through November. Vegetables, flowers, herbs, and firewood. Spring rhubarb, fall pumpkins and gourds.

Homegrown fruits and vegetables, sweet corn, hanging and bedding plants, baked goods, meats, and specialty items. Open Monday through Saturday.

CSA farm with a mission — a portion of all produce goes directly to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. Members support food security while receiving their own seasonal share.

Regenerative farm and farm store in the Helderberg Mountains, selling pasture-raised meats direct. The freezer case includes Herdwick lamb and mutton raised on the farm's own pastures, pasture-raised chicken and turkey (air-chilled, no additives or antibiotics), heritage pork and sausage, and chicken, duck, and quail eggs. The store also stocks milk, cheese, butter, and other dairy from local farms, plus locally made ice cream sandwiches. Bulk meat orders can be pre-ordered, with monthly delivery to Staten Island. Farm store open daily; no dogs on the premises. Also operates under the Helder-Herdwyck Farm name (see that listing for the farm's Herdwick wool and fiber products).

Small market garden in the Potter Hollow area of Preston Hollow growing onions, herbs, garlic, and chicory.

Family-owned farm market in Feura Bush with deep roots in the Helderberg foothills community. Carries fresh locally grown produce, seasonal fruits and vegetables, homemade baked goods, dairy, and farm staples. Open Monday through Saturday — a reliable year-round stop for Capital Region residents looking to source locally from a longtime Albany County farm family.

Cheese, meat and specialty food shop selling farmstead and artisan cheeses, charcuterie, local meats and pantry items. Also serves grilled cheese sandwiches, soups and salads, with outdoor seating.

Full-service farm store with fresh fruits and vegetables, nursery plants, baked goods, jams, and condiments. Bulk mulch and firewood available for delivery.

Family-owned country grocery, butcher, and deli in Glenmont with farm produce, glass-bottled milk, local eggs, and house-made sandwiches.