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Nicole’s Restaurant, located in Albany, NY, offers a wide range of delicious dishes and a cozy atmosphere. With a menu full of small plates like Butternut Bisque with Cornbread Croutons and Fried Calamari, as well as sides like Spaghetti Squash and Creamed Corn, there are plenty of options to satisfy every craving. The salads, such as the Beet & Pistachio Salad, are fresh and flavorful, while the entrées like the Vegetarian Platter and Grilled Salmon are cooked to perfection. The attentive staff and welcoming ambiance make dining at Nicole’s a delightful experience. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a group gathering, Nicole’s Restaurant is sure to impress with its diverse menu and top-notch service.

Small Plates Sides Salads Pasta Classics Specialties Desserts

Small Plates

Small Plates

Butternut Bisque

Cornbread Croutons | Cinnamon Crema
$10.00

Fried Calamari

Hot Peppers | Marinara
$14.00

Greens & Beans

Escarole | Kale | Fennel | Brothy Beans | Basil | Garlic Bread
$14.00

Zuppa Di Clams

Spicy Pan Marinara
$16.00

Clams Basillico

Garlic | Butter | White Wine | Basil
$16.00

Margarita Flatbread

Marinara | Fresh Mozzarella | Basil
$15.00

Pear & Blue Cheese Flatbread

Pancetta | Hot Honey | Herbed Ricotta | Scallion
$17.00

Roasted Baby Carrots

Whipped Goat Cheese | Candied Pecans | Maple Mustard Vinegrette
$15.00

Tomato & Burrata

Roasted Peppers | Basil Pesto | Balsamic Vinegar
$15.00

Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

Cocktail Sauce
$14.00

Antipasta Trio

Marinated Olives | Bean & Tomato Salad | Roasted Bell Peppers | Grilled Bread
$15.00

Garlic Bread
$6.00

Classic Meatballs

Tomato Sauce
$9.00

Spaghetti Squash

with Marinara
$8.00

Broccoli Rabe

Garlic | Oil
$8.00

Italian Steak Fries

Olive Oil | Parmesan | Herbs
$6.00

GF Cauliflower Crisps

Olive Oil | Parmesan | Parsley
$5.00

Creamed Corn

Crispy Breadcrumbs
$8.00

Sweet Potato Mashed

Maple Butter
$8.00

Brussel Sprouts

Garlic & Butter
$8.00

Sides

Sides

Salads

Salads

Salad Additions

Grilled Chicken 1/2 breast 5 | full breast 8. Grilled Shrimp 3 pieces 9 | 5 pieces 14. Grilled Salmon 14.

Beet & Pistachio Salad

Field Greens | Pickled Onions | Beet | Goat Cheese | Maple Mustard Vinaigrette
$16.00

Nicole's Field Green Salad

Garden Vegetables | Balsamic Vinaigrette
$7.00

Classic Caesar Salad

Garlic-Toasted Croutons | Romano Cheese | Anchovies
$7.00

Short Rib Ragu

Braised | Pappardelle | Tomato Gravy | Romano Cheese
$28.00

Pappardelle & Meatballs
$24.00

Penne alla Vodka
$19.00

Linguine Clam Sauce

Littleneck Clams | Pan-Fresh Marinara or Garlic-Wine Fume
$25.00

Shrimp and Scallop Scampi

Garlic Butter Wine Sauce | Spinach | Linguine
$32.00

Crispy Chicken & Broccoli Rigatoni

Gorgonzola Cream | Parmesan | Fresh Herbs
$27.00

Spaghetti Squash & Eggplant "Meatballs"

Marinara | Broccoli Rabe | Mediterranean Herbs | Crisp Basil
$25.00

Pasta

Pasta

Classics

Classics

Classic Parmigiana

Choice of Pasta
$21.00

Sorrento

Layered with Eggplant | marinara | Mozzarella | Pasta
$27.00

Stuffed Eggplant

Herbed Goat Cheese & Ricotta | Spinach | Marinara | Mozzarella | Pasta
$24.00

Marsala

Sautéed Mushrooms | Marsala Wine | Pasta
$27.00

Piccata

Lemon Caper Butter Sauce | Sautéed Spinach | Capellini
$27.00

Zuppa Di Pesce

Clams | Shrimp | Scallops | Calamari | Tomato Fume | Pasta
$38.00

Hazelnut Chicken

Hazelnut-Crusted | Frangelico-Orange Cream Sauce | Pasta
$28.00

Grilled Salmon

Spaghetti Squash | Lentil Kale Salad | Lemon Oregano Vinaigrette
$30.00

Seared Halibut

Butternut Leek Risotto | Crispy Brussel Sprout Leaves | Roasted Carrots
$39.00

Italian Roasted Chicken

Airline Chicken Breast & Thigh | Mashed Sweet Potatoes | Brussels Sprouts | Herb Pan Jus
$30.00

Bone In Pork Chop

Mashed Sweet Potato | Broccoli Rabe | Cider Mustard Jus
$34.00

Grilled Rib Eye

Roasted Onion with Parmesan & Crispy Panko | Steak Fries | Blue Cheese Golden Raisin Butter
$42.00

Specialties

Specialties

Desserts

Desserts

Nicole's Homemade Cheesecake

Chef's Special Flavor of the Week
$12.00

Chocolate Flourless Torte
$9.00

Italian Rainbow Cake
$9.00

Mini Cannoli

3 mini cannoli
$6.25

Large Cannoli
$6.25

Key Lime Pie

Tart key lime pie with a sweet graham cracker crust
$12.00

Spumoni Ice Cream Cake

*Not available to go* Layers of chocolate, pistachio, and cherry ice cream with an Oreo cookie crust
$12.00

Creme Brûlée

Chef's Featured Selection
$12.00