Ambition Coffee & Eatery, Inc

154 Jay St, Schenectady, NY

★★★★★4.6(686 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

“Ambition Coffee & Eatery is a gorgeously eclectic gathering spot where excellent coffee drinks like their standout hazelnut cinnamon blend share the spotlight with creative food that clearly gets equal attention—think perfectly cooked eggs, crispy hash browns, and inventive square sandwiches that keep people coming back. The vibe is cozy and atmospheric with genuinely warm staff who make you feel welcomed, whether you're stopping by on a cycling adventure, meeting friends, or settling in for a leisurely breakfast that feels special rather than rushed. It's the kind of place that lands on people's radars and stays there because they've nailed that rare combination of stellar coffee, thoughtful food, and genuine hospitality.”

What to expect

Full breakfastMeetingsSlow sitTraditional drinksLight foodSignature drinksSpecialty drinks

Google Reviews

J D
★★★★★3 months ago

Great atmosphere and the service was amazing. The waitress was so helpful and nice. The coffee hazelnut cinnamon was to die for. The breakfast sandwich and hash browns were fantastic. Would definitely be going back and highly recommend.

Crystee Ballard
★★★★★6 months ago

On our visit to Union College we stopped in at this gorgeous eclectic eatery and had a fabulous breakfast. Love everything about this place…the food, the ambiance and the service! A must go if you are in the area!

Michael Murphy
★★★★★8 months ago

Loaded with atmosphere and good food! We were a group of six cyclists on the last leg of our journey along the Erie Canal from Buffalo to Albany. We stopped in for brunch on a wet and surprisingly cold August morning. We were greeted with warm and friendly service, and hot cocoa and coffee to warm our bodies and souls. I also ordered a hot bowl of chicken Florentine soup - which took the chill right out of me - and a Bluffin' with my Muffin sandwich (which doesn't actually contain a muffin). The food was really good, and we had so much fun looking at all of the eclectic decorations.

Haley Hohnhorst
★★★★★9 months ago

Delicious and fun. This place has been on my radar all year. Finally got to eat there today. Delicious. Order the square with bacon and it was perfect. Eggs cooked perfectly, potatoes, cooked and seasoned to perfection, just amazing, and the bacon was crisp and tasty. I would definitely recommend getting one of their flavored mimosas, I got plain and wished I would have flavored it, they have a whole bar's worth of flavors. Took home a boozy Muffin Kahlua and coffee flavor, and a brie bacon and egg sandwich. I am so happy I got to try this place before my next adventure. As a foodie and a traveler. The staff was super attentive. Apologies, for a wait that was not even a wait. Very nice staff. A++++++. Don't skip this place, and don't forget to grab a book at the boom shop down the strip and a coffee next door too.

Vincent Porfirio
★★★★★a year ago

Enjoyed this amazing restaurant on Jay Street! The food was amazing and only second to the delicious coffee martinis. Staff was warm and welcoming. The desserts were delicious and I left so full. Cozy, comfy atmosphere. Absolutely will return. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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