Fidens Brewing Company
About This Spot
Stepping into Fidens Brewing Company, you’re welcomed by a spirited and lively atmosphere that feels both expansive and inviting. Nestled in Albany’s Broadway corridor, this brewery strikes a balance between casual comfort and vibrant energy, making it a natural gathering spot whether you’re stopping by for a quiet sip or a night out with friends.
The space itself is notable for its generous layout—a vast room filled with communal energy yet retaining pockets of intimacy for smaller groups. There’s a steady hum of conversation, punctuated by the clinking of glasses and the easy flow of laughter, complemented by a few televisions that quietly buzz in the background without overpowering the human moments unfolding across tables.
Fidens’ heart lies in its craft, especially its wide array of thoughtfully brewed hazy IPAs and rich stouts that invite slow, appreciative tasting. For those pairing their drink with food, the menu feels thoughtfully approachable, where familiar flavors meet creative twists—think crispy cauliflower crunch burgers or perfectly balanced poutines. These are meals to share, bites that encourage relaxed smiles and the comfort of good company.
More than just a place to drink, Fidens has a pulse that reflects Albany’s evolving craft beer scene—a place where locals linger at the bar to chat about the beers on tap, and visitors come to savor unexpected favorites and build new rituals. Whether you’re drawn to the layered notes of an imperial IPA or the satisfying crunch of a soft pretzel, the experience here embraces a friendly, unpretentious spirit that invites you to slow down and enjoy the simple joy of gathering.
What’s Available Here
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On-site services - Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Bar on site
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Location & Hours
| Monday | 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM | |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM | |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM | |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM | |
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| Saturday | 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM | |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
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C. DeVico 12 Jan 2026
Best food and excellent beer! Staff is great! Is a little different than the last time I was here. No longer are you able to buy single canes, you must buy four packs. The selection was greater than I'm used to. They had 20 different cans available and one 750ml stout bottle. I'm used to 6-8 available.
B Forte 10 Jan 2026
TONIGHT WE DINE AT FIDENS!!! #albany PREPARE FOR BRILLIANT CRAFT BEER & VICTORY! Thanks Fidens. We absolutely loved your place! There will be no need for morning breakfast cause we ate like Kings tonight The Philly Cheese Steak was made with fresh rib eye and came with homemade chips. The pickles were homemade and perfect. The Fidens Smashburger was another brilliant double patty burger and we ordered a side of fries too. The Jasper Jr Beer was fantastic! The environment was spacious with great music, TVs & LIGHTS overhead. I saw them on Maps and had to try. Thanks again.
Tara Konya 24 Dec 2025
Solid beers, especially if you love hazy, juicy, milky IPAs, those are clearly the highlight here. The space itself is huge, with plenty of room whether you’re visiting as a couple or with a large group. Ordering is done at the bar; table ordering wasn’t working during our visit. We didn’t try the food this time. In the craft beer world, it's the beer that most be tried here! Our only real drawback was the pricing. Draft prices felt more like restaurant pricing than what you’d expect directly from a brewery, and the to-go cans were priced closer to distributor levels. Paying $26 for a four-pack just doesn’t quite align with what other top-tier New England breweries are charging straight from the source. Great beer, great space, but the prices may give you pause so be prepared.
Jeffrey Stephen Parker 15 Dec 2025
Brewery: Fidens City: Albany NY Brewed on premise: No Number of house beer taps: 25 Guest Beer: No Bar seating: 19 Table seating: Yes Patio: No Beer garden: Yes, indoors Food: Yes Food Trucks: No Dogs Allowed: No Televisions: 6 Beer to go: Yes Liquor: Yes Wine: Yes Tony: Yes Why would I come back: Fidens Brewery has earned its place as a icon of the New England IPA scene. Their hazy IPAs are the draw, delivering an exceptionally juicy and pillowy-soft experience, with variations that include fruit and double dry hopping. Each pint bursts with vibrant notes of tropical and citrus fruits, a testament to their mastery of techniques that capture hop-centric completely and aromatics. The giant, modern taproom in Albany is completly worth a stop when in the area. World class beers in an open airy environment. The beer garden brings outdoors into the restaurant via a large garage door. Further indoors, is a large wrap-around bar and a lofted space. While the focus is on IPAs (DDH Jasper is amazing), the execution is flawless, even in classic styles like Witbier and Amber lagers. The love surrounding Fidens is completely justified, and for any fan of hazy IPAs, it’s not just a local favorite but a true destination brewery. Follow me on instagram @touchdownbrewery #ParkerPose .
Max C 12 Nov 2025
The quality if their IPA is just insane. I definitely bought some cans to go. The smash burger with fries was a very good choice. It worth the 4 hours drive just to visit this brewery
Andrew Deluise 01 Nov 2025
Unforgettable Experience at Fidens Brewery Fidens Brewery blew us away! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was electric—spacious, welcoming, and perfect for any occasion, whether you're out for date night, celebrating with friends, or just craving top-tier brews and bites. Their beer selection is phenomenal, with unique variations that cater to every palate. And the food? Next-level delcious! Do yourself a favor and order the crispy Chicken Tenders with honey mustard (seriously addictive) and the legendary Fidens Smash Burger—juicy, flavorful, and unforgettable . No long waits, plenty of seating, and a vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. Fidens is more than a brewery —it’s a place to make memories! wager. Side Note: Only thing I wish was different is having a server grab our food rather than us with a pager.
Ania Banania 27 Sep 2025
Great beer, food, and atmosphere! We visited on New Year’s Day and had a great time! I had a few half pours, all of them were great (I don’t say that often) and my favorite was Rose. The tacos and nachos were amazing. The space is open and bright and everyone was friendly.
Brian Lovasco 27 Sep 2025
IPAs are great. Place was bigger and nicer than I expected, really well done. Wasn’t too crowded. Tap list was basically all double and triple IPAs. Also had a good size parking lot. Food was great. It’s an expensive place, but you pay for quality.