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Yono's Restaurant
Yono's has been Albany's premiere World Class restaurant for over 25 years. Owned & operated by Chef Yono, Donna & Dominick Purnomo, the intimate, elegant split level dining room is a recreation of the original Yono's on Robinson Square, elegantly appointed with warm colors, bronzed mirrors, large fireplace, crystal chandelier, and floral displays. Chef Yono Purnomo presents an innovative menu of blending French Technique, Asian Influence & American Ingredients. Award Winning Chef Sommelier Dominick Purnomo offers a wine list with some 1000 labels representing every major wine growing region in the world. Let the Yono's 4 star service staff anticipate your needs, while you experience luxury and elegance of a bygone era.
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Located adjacent to Yono's, is dp An American Brasserie, a decidedly more casual alternative. www.dpbrasserie.com
46 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 46 reviews
5 stars
(39)
4 stars
(4)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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- special occasion(43)
- romantic(36)
- fit for foodies(33)
- notable wine list(27)
- neighborhood gem(12)
- vibrant bar scene(10)
Yono's Restaurant Reviews List
Review 1 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
Meal Fit for a King
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I decided on the 8 course Grand Tasting with the Wine Pairing well before I had walked in the door. I did my research, checked the website, and read reviews. I began with a warm welcome from the staff and was seated in the dining room. I had a later reservation and some of the tables had been turned for the last time of the evening. As far as the decor is concerned, stunning. The service, flawless. The food, impressive. The fusion of Classic American and Indonesian exuded decadence. I was given detailed explanations of all plates and their accompanying wines, all the way down to region, and technique for production. I moved from course to course and was satisfied if not blown away. If you want to experience Yono's, the Grand Tasting is best"
Dined on 6/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
Fabulous dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first dinner at Yono's & we are anxious to go back. Each table has 2 waitstaff to serve & follow up to be certain that all was to our satisfaction. They were aware that we were going to attend a show in town after dinner & the meal was completed exactly on time. Thel Diver's scallops for an appetizer were perfectly prepared. The pork loin was to perfection with an light and delicious sauce. The assorted vegetable were also perfect with a firm and sweet taste. My wife had the crispy chicken breast and a light curried sauce that went perfectly with the chicken. The waitstaff was enthusiastic of their assorted breads. Loved them...especially the pretzel bread & their version of Italian bread. A wonderful meal all around!!!"
Dined on 6/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
high quality in all respects
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Although being in a hurry, we couldn't resist taking the Indonesian 5-course meal with wine pairing. What a treat! All this brought by unusually gratious and knowledgeable waiting staff in a beautiful dining room."
Dined on 6/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
One of the best meals ever!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant is quite simply amazing! I lived in NYC for 10 years, and we have eaten in some amazing restaurants there and around the world (including some listed on Gayot's 40 best restaurants in the US), and Yono's easily makes the top of our list of dining favorites. The bread selection was interesting and plentiful. The cocktails were wonderfully prepared and presented. And the grand tasting menu was a delightful and amazing culinary experience. Add to that the pleasant, attentive, and even fun demeanor of the staff, the lightly played live music, and the dining room's ambiance, and what you have in total is an amazing dining experience. Without question, we will return as often as possible."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
great menu excellent food,
Food
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5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Moderate
"went there for sons graduation
have kids with very particular tastes Food was enjoyed by all
Loved the tasting menus"
have kids with very particular tastes Food was enjoyed by all
Loved the tasting menus"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
A memorable Celebration!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I had a Groupon for this restaurant and decided to go there for our wedding dinner. The staff were impeccable - attentive but not intrusive making us feel very comfortable and always ready with an answer to any question we had. My husband opted for the 8 course tasting menu with the accompanying wine pairing while I chose the 5 course Indonesian tasting menu. Both were outstanding and in very different ways! The only issue we had was that we were so satiated before the end of the courses that we didn't have room to do the desserts justice! Overall I can't say enough of how much we enjoyed all aspects of our dining experience at Yono's and we emphatically recommend it to anyone looking for a great dining experience!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
An experience to be savored
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
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Quiet
"Do yourself a favor and go here. Every bite is an experience to be savored. The wine pairings are outstanding. The service is impeccable yet warm and friendly. The ambience is stellar. My husband and I experienced a romantic and sensually infused evening that we will never forget. The ultimate dining gem in Albany -- we cannot wait to return. Absolutely outstanding in every way from start to finish."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
First Class
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our first dinner at Yono's was spectacular! The ambiance, including a jazz duo, was special, the service was great and the food was out of sight. The flavor was even better than the presentation, which is saying a lot. The prices are very fair for the quality."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
Totally unexpected to find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Totally unexpected to find a fine dining restaurant inside a Hampton Inn, but it's true! Indonesian tasting menu was excellent, cocktails and wine well prepared, and service attentive without being intrusive. I also appreciated that they were not put out by a solo diner, which sometimes happens to me at restaurants of similar level in other communities. Will be back."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 10 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent all around. Food
Food
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5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent all around. Food was perfectly cooked and well presented. Nicest wait staff I've ever had. Wonderful ambiance with the piano and acoustic bass. We will certainly be back."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best of the best in Albany
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Awesome place to enjoy our eight year anniversary! The food and presentation was by far the best my wife and I have ever experienced. Would absolutely recommend this wonderful place to anybody! Chef Yono came out to talk to us. He was very polite and kind, made us both feel welcome at his restaurant. Will definately be going back again for many special occasions to come. Great memories!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
You need more the 5 stars
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I cannot say enough positive things about Yono,s, we have dined at all of their locations as they move around and try always provide a memorable experience. Every detail is taken care of in a very friendly non intrusive way. The team service is as good as the food."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 14 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was well cooked --
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was well cooked -- fish for example was just done and so very succulent. The food however was a little bland, and I would have preferred a touch more attitude or spicy edge. The service was almost too attentive, and could have been less "chatty" and therefore a little less disruptive."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
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5
/
5
We went to celebrate my husband's
Food
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5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to celebrate my husband's birthday. They gave us each a glass of champagne and they printed a Specials menu that said Happy Birthday, Mark. They made us feel special. The food was awesome. We split the Indonesian rice appetizer, and had the T-bone steak special, and the Bakmi Goreng noodles. They also offer many choices of wine in a 1/2 bottle size, which is great for one person. This was our second time there, and would definitely go back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dinner for Two
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Eating at Yono's was great! My wife and I had the "Nasi Rames": Indonesian Tasting Plate. One was straight up, the other was gluten free and they both tasted fantastic. The chef made sure everything, from the vegetable roll wrapper to the sauces, were completely gluten free. The service was excellent. The ambiance was perfect for suit and tie date night. Overall, the value was worth what you pay for."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the food and service were
Food
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5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food and service were fantastic."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 18 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great First Visit!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My first visit to Yono's was definitely a winner. My S.O. and I were celebrating Valentine's Day and he chose Yono's. I was so impressed with the food and level of service, I'll certainly be dining there again. I'm a vegetarian, so rather than have the chef whip up something special for me (which our server explained would be perfectly ok for me to ask), I chose the Stir-Fry with Tofu, which was really yummy. My partner chose the Bakmi Goreng and cleaned his plate! Everything was so fresh and delicious. The fire place was glowing which made for a really romantic atmosphere on a cold winter night. Next time, I'm going to let the chef create something for me! Definitely the best restaurant I've dined at in the Capital District."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
An outstanding dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"When we stay in Albany, we usually dine close to our Wolf Road hotel. This time, we wanted to venture further afield, and are so glad we did! We ate in the dining room, accompanied by the soft tones of a pianist and bass player. Service was impeccable. Yono himself came out of the kitchen to greet and converse with diners. The food was delicious. There is a focus on Indonesian flavours, but not to the exclusion of other types of cuisine. From soups and appetizers to main courses and desserts, everything we chose from the regular dinner menu was delicious. The presentation of each dish was interesting and attractive. The wine list was extensive. We can't say enough good things about Yono's. But you can be sure we'll be back!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding service delicious meal!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I cannot say enough about the service at Yono's. We made a reservation for the Saturday night following Valentine's day and the place was absolutely packed. However, this did not hinder the incredible service and attention to each customer. The music in the dining room is perfect for a lovely dinner. The food was outstanding and I literally could not stop eating the pizza rolls! I had the Indonesian Tasting Plate which I would highly recommend for anyone visiting Yono's for the first time. The wine selection is extensive and the wait staff is quite knowledgeable, they suggested a fantastic pairing for our meal. Thanks Yono's, for many years of providing the Capital Region with an incredible dining experience, may there be many more to come!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yono's Restaurant is the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Yono's Restaurant is the best in Albany. The food is delicious, great wine list and the staff and service is excellent."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Yono's Restaurant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Delicious Family Valentine's Day!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I brought three family members to Yono's for Valentine's Day and each person had a wonderful experience!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Yono's Restaurant
Based on the average of (24) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate