Moon and River Cafe

an eclectic vegetarian cafe run by the owner. we arrived just as he was opening the cafe, and he made us a ciabatta sandwich and a veggie tofu scramble. he was also able to make and wrap up some sandw... Read more

an eclectic vegetarian cafe run by the owner. we arrived just as he was opening the cafe, and he made us a ciabatta sandwich and a veggie tofu scramble. he was also able to make and wrap up some sandwiches for us for our train. the prices are very affordable and the food is good! be advised that this place is cash only, but there is an ATM. Read less

So friendly and so much to look at! A very eclectic place with all kinds of art and games and posters and little things to find. Our order was taken by the very friendly owner who also did all the coo... Read more

So friendly and so much to look at! A very eclectic place with all kinds of art and games and posters and little things to find. Our order was taken by the very friendly owner who also did all the cooking. The food was really tasty, spiced perfectly, and vegan or whatever level of vegetarian or not that you prefer. I had eggs while my boyfriend had a chickpea egg substitute that was pretty good (we are not vegan so it was a new thing for us to try). There was live music and the people were very friendly and sang songs we could sing along with. It is not a spic-and-span modern restaurant. You will feel transported to a different time. I will also say that I have a very delicate constitution, and I did find eating here. It was a lovely experience to wrap up our time in Schenectady. Read less

Love this place! Enormous and diverse menu. So many vegan options. The food was great and the service was amazing.

I’m moving to the area after living in mainly small towns. I decided to check this place out on a whim and was so pleasantly surprised by the environment. It fears so comfortable and familiar.There we... Read more

I’m moving to the area after living in mainly small towns. I decided to check this place out on a whim and was so pleasantly surprised by the environment. It fears so comfortable and familiar.There were two men playing folk music on the guitar, people enjoying the music, the place is decorated beautifully. It’s very cozy and homelike. The food was really good and I was amazed by how affordable it was especially with me needing gluten free bread. It’s not a fast food restaurant. You’re going to wait a little bit for your food, but honestly it was refreshing to step away from the bustle and sit down, listen to some music, and enjoy some good food. I’ll definitely be back. Read less

19 years, that's how long the Moon and River Cafe has been gracing Schenectady and I never knew it. With the most affordable food in the capital district, one of the most personable and unique ow... Read more

19 years, that's how long the Moon and River Cafe has been gracing Schenectady and I never knew it. With the most affordable food in the capital district, one of the most personable and unique owners, an array of live music and a wonderful local clientele I'm almost scared to let others know about this diamond in the rough out of fear it becomes overcrowded. But alas, everyone deserves to eat off the largest vegetarian and vegan menu in the capital district. Good home cooked food. Good home cooked atmosphere. Edit, I went the day following my initial review, so yesterday... and plan to go again today. I look forward to exploring the menu and trying all the enchanting dishes they have. Read less