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Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202

Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202

Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202

Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt has temporarily closed effective May 22 202

Crave looks forward to reopening sometime in the near future

Menu

Burgers

Gourmet Burgers made with the freshest ingredients in house daily. all menu items prices are subject to change

Crave Burger

Lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle and crave sauce 


Add Cheese 

Add Cheese and Bacon 

Sorta Torta

Cumin seed crusted patty, avocado, tomato, cotija cheese, fried jalapeño, pickled onion, cilantro, black bean spread

Southerner

Beef Patty, fried green tomato, smoked bacon, pimento cheese, lettuce, buttermilk ranch

Black and Blue Burger

Peppercorn crusted patty, gorgonzola, caramelized onion, arugula, horseradish garlic aioli

BBQ Burger

Beef, pulled pork, onion ring, BBQ sauce, pickles, cheddar

Chimichurri

Lamb patty, chimichurri sauce, arugula, red onion, tomato, cotija cheese 

Italiano

Fennel Sausage Patty, ar, prosciutto crisp, banana peppers, provolone, cherry pepper aioli

Breakfast Burger

Coffee rubbed beef patty, fried egg, maple glazed bacon, american cheese, hash brown all served on an english muffin

Spice Bomb

Sausage patty with a chili flake crust, banana peppers, pepper jack cheese, jalapeño, crispy fried onions, sriracha drizzle, chipotle aioli.

French Onion

Provolone stuffed beef patty, brioche bun toasted with provolone and american cheese, short ribs, caramelized onions, served with french onion soup for dipping.


*Burger cooked Medium* Will have pink color in the middle 

Turkey Reuben

Turkey patty, sauerkraut, swiss, Russian dressing

Twice Baked

beef, bacon, cheddar, potato skin, potato chips, sour cream and onion spread

Sweet stack

Beef, bacon caramelized onion jam, candied bacon, smoked gouda, truffle aioli served on brioche bun

Truffle Burger

Beef Patty, roasted mushrooms, red wine truffle glaze, parmesan crisp, tomato, provolone, truffle garlic aioli

Turkey Teryaki

Turkey burger, sriracha aioli, ginger sesame sauce, red onion, arugula, tomato, toasted coconut

Umami burger *Veggie*

beyond Veggie Patty, arugula, Caramelized onion, tomato, truffle aioli


French Fries

Loaded Crave Fries

tomato, scallions, banana peppers, bacon, avocado, cheese sauce, crave sauce

Buffalo Fries

blue cheese dressing, blue cheese crumbles, buffalo sauce, scallions

Fiesta Fries

tomato, avocado, pickled onions, fried jalapeno, black bean spread, chipotle aioli, cotija cheese, cilantro

Truffle Fries

truffle oil, rosemary, parmesan cheese, garlic truffle aioli

Sweet Potato Fries

Loaded Sweet Potato Fries

BBQ spiced dry rub, bacon, spiced pecans, honey sage aioli

French Fries

Cheese and bacon fries

5.75

Cheese Fries


Wings

All wings served with home made blue cheese

Buffalo

10.75

House made hot sauce

Ginger Sesame

10.75

sweet soy, scallions, sriracha drizzle

BBQ

10.75

Chipotle BBQ

Hot Garlic Parm

10.75

King Calvin

10.75

Carolina BBQ


Snacks

Fried Green Tomato

7.50

topped with parmesan crunches and served with buttermilk ranch 

Onion Rings

6

served with side of horseradish aioli

Potato Skins

8

sour cream and onion spread, chipotle aioli, cheese sauce, bacon, 


Sandwiches

All sandwiches served with natural cut chips, substitute small fry for 2.50

Chicken Bacon Chimi

10.50

Grilled chicken, bacon, cheddar, chimichurri, cherry pepper, arugula, tomato

Grown up Grilled Cheese

10.50

Caramelized onion, roasted tomato, crispy bacon, cheddar and american cheese, sourdough

SoCal Turkey

10.50

Bacon, Avocado, Tomato, Lettuce, Chipotle Aioli, served on sourdough

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

10.50

Chicken Breast, arugula, tomato, provolone, truffle-garlic aioli, crispy prosciutto, served hot on sourdough 

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

10.50

Marinated, boneless chicken breast, shredded lettuce, pickles, sriracha mayo, soft bun

Smoked Turkey

10.50

smoked bacon, smoked gouda, lettuce, tomato, honey sage aioli, sourdough

Pulled Pork

9.95

cole slaw, crispy onion ring, pepperjack, chipotle BBQ, soft bun

Breakfast Sandwich

6.95

2 fried eggs, bacon, hash brown, american cheese served on an english muffin


Salads

add chicken $3.95 Sliced Turkey $3.95 Burger $6.95

Chopped Salad

10.95

Iceberg, romain, bacon, avocado, tomato, pickled onions, ranch, crispy onions

Caesar

8.95

Romain, croutons, Parmesan

All of our food is made to order, please allow at least ten minutes to prepare

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    Crave Burgers and Frozen Yogurt

    217 Western Avenue, Albany, New York 12203, United States

    (518) 650-6463

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    Wednesday-Friday :  1130-9

    Saturday & Sunday: 12-9

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    Press

    The Times Union

    2016: Best new restaurant finalist

              Best Chef Finalist

              Best Burger Finalist

    2017: Best Chef Finalist

              Best Burger Finalist

    2018  Best Chef Finalist

              Best Burger Finalist

    Capital Region Living

    2017: Best Burger runner up

    2018: Best French fry

              Best Burger runner up

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    About Us

    Our Story

    Chef and co owner of Crave, Devin Ziemann is a local chef who has always had dreams of opening his own restaurant. Ziemann started out as a dishwasher in 2002 and since then has worked every position in the kitchen. In 2004 he wanted to refine his passion in the kitchen by attending the SCCC culinary program. During his time at SCCC he expanded his knowledge even further by taking the opportunity to work at the Disney culinary program and the Kentucky Derby. After graduation Ziemann had the chance to work for some of the biggest name Chefs at some of the most well known restaurants in the area. Ziemann had a key role in opening two fine dining establishments and the executive chef at one casual dining restaurant that all had tremendous success in many parts thanks to Ziemann. After years of work he was recognized in 2014 for the wine and dine arts festival rising star chef. His passion for great food, creativity, flavor and hard work really speaks for itself if you have ever dined at his restaurants before. Growing up local to the albany area he is excited to open his own restaurant right in the heart of Albany.

    – General manager and co owner of Crave Kaytrin Della Sala has had dreams of opening a frozen yogurt shop for several years. After attending SUNY Oneonta and graduating with a degree in dietetics and food service management she knew she wanted to open her own restaurant. Kaytrin has been working in the restaurant industry since 2006 and learned early on how much she loves working with people and how valuable good customer service is. She has a passion for the little details which really shines through at crave from the interior decoration to the unique toppings for the frozen yogurt. Kaytrin is grateful to open a restaurant that she is so passionate about in an area that she grew up in.

    Devin and Kaytrin met while working together at a restaurant in the area and found that they both have a passion for food and a dream to open a restaurant. Together they have worked extremely hard to make this dream a reality and can’t wait to share this vision with the community.

    Craves Mission

    Crave is a chef driven, classic comfort food concept founded in 2015, by Devin Ziemann and Kaytrin Della Sala. Crave is inspired by a true love for comfort foods created by the flavors that Devin and Kaytrin Crave the most. For Devin the comfort of a variety of decadent burgers and for Kaytrin the Sweet guilty pleasure of frozen yogurt. The menu is a balance of comfort and innovation, celebrating food that appeals to both novice and extreme foodie through comfort fare with a twist. Our goal is to share our food with everyone. We continually put forth fresh and inventive takes on refined comfort food as we strive to introduce our guests to new ingredients in an approachable manner using burgers and sandwiches as our vehicle to new culinary exploration. When patrons dine with Crave, we want it to be more than just a meal, we want it to be an experience. Our focus is on the quality and taste of our food, consistent presentation, and great customer service.

    The cuckoos Nest

    Our Sister restaurant is located across the street from us at 234 Western Ave. It features Southern inspired American cuisine with fried chicken being our specialty! visit our website at cuckoosnestalbany.com 

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