Erica and Matt

August 10, 2024 • Troy, NY, USA

Erica and Matt

August 10, 2024 • Troy, NY, USA

Things to Do

Lucas Confectionery

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12 2nd St, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 326-3450

One of our favorite places to eat in Troy! They have great pizza and tasty drinks

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Troy Waterfront Farmers Market (Summer)

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The Atrium, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 708-4216

OUR FAVORITE way to start a Saturday morning in the summer! Enjoy a wide variety of foods, flowers, and hand-made goods while walking around popping in and out of Troy's small shops

Brown's Brewing Company's Troy Taproom and Brewery

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417 River St, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 273-2337

The partnering restaurant to our venue (Revolution Hall) and the bar where we shared a beer flight during our first date after ice skating at the plaza in Albany. We love Brown's for their cozy indoor atmosphere, their river-front deck, gluten free options (Erica), and many beer options (Matt).

Ryan's Wake

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403 River St # 1, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 270-9253

Matt and Erica's favorite place to play darts and grab drinks when out in Troy! If you go with Erica, be prepared to run into several old friends that you will ultimately be introduced to.

Franklin Alley Social Club

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50 Franklin St, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 326-1972

Feeling competitive? We have played many games of shuffle board in Franklin Alley's tropical themed bar! They also have indoor bocce, karaoke, and arcade games.

Footsy Magoos

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17 1st St, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 326-0565

The self-proclaimed "classy trashy warm and inclusive dive bar tucked away in historic downtown Troy."


We love playing foosball, darts, and skee-ball in this eclectic bar!

Birch Baked Gluten Free

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203 River St, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 960-7229

A family-owned gluten free bakery on River St. for our friends with celiac and gluten intolerances :)

Bard and Baker Board Game Cafe

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501 Broadway, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 948-6693

Bard & Baker Troy is the Capital District's first board game café, located at 501 Broadway in the original historic Troy Record Building in downtown Troy, NY, featuring over 1000 titles, ranging from classics such as CLUE, Stratego & Scrabble to contemporary games like Catan, Ticket to Ride & Ascension.


A fan favorite amongst Erica's cousins!

Peebles Island State Park

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1 Delaware Ave North, Cohoes, NY 12047, USA
(518) 268-2188

A recommendation from Matt and Erica's dog Luka-


We've spent a lot of time at Peebles over the last 5 years. It is one of our favorite local hikes!

The Whistling Kettle

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254 Broadway, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 874-1938

A favorite cafe amongst the Burton gals (grandma, aunts, cousins, and Erica!) When Erica's family is in town, Whistling Kettle is always on the agenda.


If you love tea, this is the place for you. They have great breakfast and lunch options!

little pecks

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211 Broadway, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(518) 326-3450

Coffee, small plates, and good vibes! They have the cutest indoor patio in all the land

EMRY's Garden

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2 King St, Troy, NY 12180, USA
(838) 250-3538

A local bar/restaurant owned by a family friend! Enjoy great food and yummy cocktails in this beautiful establishment