CONTENTS 3 Welcome from <strong>Albany</strong> Mayor Jerry Jennings and Georgette Steffens, Executive Director of the <strong>Downtown</strong> <strong>Albany</strong> <strong>Business</strong> <strong>Improvement</strong> <strong>District</strong> 5 Directions 6-7 <strong>District</strong> Map 8-9 Parking Map 10-11 Transportation 13-17 Restaurants 18-23 Retail & Services 24-25 Arts & Entertainment 26-27 Residential 28-43 Offices 45-50 Great Performances, Arts & Culture MISSION STATEMENT To restore, promote and maintain the character and vitality of downtown <strong>Albany</strong>, and to improve the quality of life and overall image for all who live in, work in and visit the Capital City. www.downtown<strong>albany</strong>.org GERALD D. JENNINGS, MAYOR, CITY OF ALBANY Welcome to downtown <strong>Albany</strong>! The City of <strong>Albany</strong> is rich with history, activities and events for everyone to enjoy. In addition to its vibrant cultural and entertainment attractions, <strong>Albany</strong> is the region’s center of business and serves as New York State’s Capital City. Discover all that <strong>Albany</strong> has to offer. I encourage you to explore the City, whether it is by taking a walking tour, joining the <strong>Albany</strong> Aqua Ducks, riding a trolley, or enjoying a carriage ride. Visit the riverfront, enjoy the many restaurants, see a movie or show at the newly restored Palace Theatre or view the architecture of our historic neighborhoods. Whether you seek a sporting event, concert, theatrical production or active nightlife, <strong>Albany</strong> will welcome you at every corner. <strong>Albany</strong>’s expanding skyline is symbolic of the renaissance of our exciting City. Over the last few years, the skyline has grown to include newly constructed state and private office buildings, as well as hotels, residential units, first-rate restaurants and cafes. Thank you for visiting. Be sure to take advantage of all our City has to offer. On behalf of the citizens of <strong>Albany</strong>, I am happy to welcome you to our “All-America City.” Sincerely, Mayor Gerald D. Jennings <strong>Albany</strong>, New York GEORGETTE STEFFENS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Welcome to downtown <strong>Albany</strong>, New York! Exciting Entertainment. World-Class Dining. Exquisite Art and Culture. Luxury Urban Residential. Whether you live in New York’s Capital Region or are here to visit, downtown <strong>Albany</strong> offers residents and visitors alike the unique opportunity to explore a city rich in history, framed by nearby mountains and over 400 years of architecture. 100+ venues to dine, shop, stay, and visit are cataloged in the <strong>Downtown</strong> <strong>Albany</strong> Guide. Look through the directory and then venture out to experience international cuisines in our <strong>Downtown</strong> restaurants or grab a pint from worldwide beer selections at numerous pubs, nightclubs, and entertainment venues. <strong>Downtown</strong> is home to over 250 companies which are listed in the Guide. 11 are Fortune 500 companies. The Capital Region’s top law firms, lobbying firms, SBA lenders, CPA firms, and financial planning firms are in downtown <strong>Albany</strong>. An office location here puts you in good company. New to the Guide this year is the addition of residential listings in <strong>Downtown</strong>. More and more people are choosing the benefits of urban living. We are thrilled to highlight residential opportunities in <strong>Albany</strong>’s newest neighborhood. All the Guide information is available at www.downtown<strong>albany</strong>.org. Connect with us by signing up for our e-newsletter, The Links, right on our homepage. You can also get updates throughout the day by following us on Facebook and twitter @<strong>Albany</strong>BID. We look forward to seeing you in <strong>Downtown</strong>. Sincerely, Georgette Steffens www.downtown<strong>albany</strong>.org 3