The Cask and Kilt

I try to visit this place whenever I come into Albany for work.  I think the food is really good, the service is very attentive and the prices are very reasonable.  The few times I've been here (usually on a Wed or Thu evening), they'll have a DJ who plays an eclectic mix of music that I have enjoyed. I really like this spot and plan to visit again on my next trip.

Was not impressed by the service or the food.  

As far as the food went, the menu was extremely limited.  Don't expect to get filled up by the portions either.  

The beer was ok, but could have been colder.... by far.

The staff was friendly enough when I could get their attention, but they were mostly young women who seemed more preoccupied with chatting up their bff's than taking care of their customers.

i enjoy the atmosphere at this place, but unless you have a table the service is extremely poor. the bartenders are slow and they tend to serve familiar faces no matter how long others have been waiting.
this would not be an issue if it didn't happen over five or six consecutive visits. it seems with the high volume of guests, more bartenders would be staffed.
the entertainment is hit or miss here as well. for such a great venue with so much interest from local patrons, i expect more consistency in the bands and DJs hired to perform.
overall, this is a cool place, and with time the ownership may develop service standards like those found at other well-known local establishments.