Henry's at Hickory in North Albany?

This is another restaurant opening in/near the North Albany Plaza. We did just see a job posting for this establishment on Craigslist, so it appears the opening date may be near. Albany needs a good steak joint, so if they can pull this off, I'd say they will be successful.

According to a Feb. 09 article in the DH, Henry's at Hickory will be this:

"...Henry's at Hickory will feature family-style dining in a 4,230-square-foot, single-story building with an outdoor dining area.

"It's going to offer a lot. The menu will have fresh food with a good selection of salads and steaks," said spokesperson Heather Hering.

The restaurant will include a lounge, and Hering said plans are to feature live music on a regular basis.

Henry's at Hickory will be the first phase of a three-building development listing Gary Davenport as developer.

"The restaurant will be stand alone from the other buildings," Hering said.

Hering indicated that construction will begin immediately once the plans are approved.

"We hope that will be in the next week or two. Our plan is to be ready to open by Aug. 1, but we realize it may be closer to September," she said....."

Bamboo Diner in Albany - Two for one entrees today

Bamboo Diner in Albany - Two for one entrees today (Nov. 10 2009). They're on First Street next door to Boccherini's.

Momiji Japanese opening in Albany

It's in the North Albany Plaza, across from Ray's. Ginza could use some competition.

Anyone try Old Europe Inn in Salem? Looks interesting.

What's this I hear about Iovino's closing at the end of 2009? I don't believe it.