Emma Cleary's Coffee & Dessert
1926 New Scotland Rd, Slingerlands, NY
Crema's Take
“This welcoming neighborhood spot strikes the perfect balance between a quick coffee grab and a lingering weekend destination, with a relaxed, counter-service setup that keeps things moving while the atmosphere stays unhurried. The real draw here is the thoughtful food program—from an impressive breakfast menu featuring notably good bacon to creative lunch sandwiches like the Roma with roasted turkey and red pepper pesto, plus soups that locals genuinely rave about. Whether you're fueling up on a self-serve coffee before heading out or settling in for a Saturday ritual with family and friends, Emma Cleary's feels like the kind of place that's genuinely happy to have you stay as long as you'd like.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Great self-serve coffee options. Relaxed atmosphere. Service is quick because you order at the counter and seat yourself. Good breakfast menu. Good 🥓 bacon!
Before visiting my mom in Voorheesville with family traveling from North Carolina, New Jersey, and New York City, I asked for catering recommendations for about 10 people and chose Emma Cleary's Cafe. From my first conversation with owner Brian through our last bite, we were thoroughly impressed! Planning a meal for ages ranging from 13 months to 83 years isn't easy, but Brian was flexible and accommodating, even as I second-guessed my choices. He provided a helpful menu while remaining open to modifications. The food arrived hot, fresh, and delicious -- better than we expected. The pricing was very reasonable as well. If I could offer one suggestion: expanding beverage options would be a nice addition to their catering service. That said, I'd highly recommend Emma Cleary's Cafe for catering services.
My husband and I go out to lunch almost every Saturday, and this is one of our favorite spots. The sandwiches are great (my husband loves the Reuben) and I try different things. Today I had my first major disappointment. I had a simple grilled cheese on wheatberry bread. The was very little cheese in the bread, and what was there was only in the very middle of the bread, leaving about 1/2 of the sandwich consisting of plain unadorned toast. Very disappointing & and pretty dull. Their quesadillas, other sandwiches and wraps, homemade fries, and onion rings are delicious and ample, but stay away from the grilled cheese! Oh - and we had an apple pie for Thanksgiving - one of the best I have ever eaten!
I had the Roma grilled sandwich (only $13.00) which was excellent. It contains roasted turkey, artichokes, roasted red peppers, provolone, and red pepper pesto mayo on grilled panini bread. My friend had the tuna salad wrap which he liked. Both came with a side of thick potato chips. The soup was too salty for my taste. Order at the counter and then a waitress deliver's the order to you. Outside seating is available, but there is noise from the traffic. Atmosphere is basic.
Very casual. Order up front and then waitress will deliver to your table. Sandwiches are always great and their soups are amazing! Outside seating is cool and comfortable except the noise from the traffic.