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  Clifton Park, New York, is in Saratoga County, about 12 miles north of Albany. Start your trip with a visit to the National Museum of Dance and Hall of Fame and catch a performance at the Performing Arts Center, featuring the New York Ballet and Philharmonic Symphony. Activities such as hiking, biking, boating and golf are nearby. Enjoy a meal at one of Clifton Park's eateries.
  
  

Antipasto's Vegetarian Bistro & Wine Bar

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  Try Antipasto's for a different dining experience during your travels. The restaurant is only 20 minutes from Albany. You can order wine by the glass or bottle including domestic and international selections. Try portobello mushrooms or stuffed baked focaccia and brie to accompany your wine selection. For your main course, there are several vegetarian selections, such as baked eggplant with parmesan and marinara sauce, stir-fry tofu and vegetables or veggie sausage with marinara sauce, peppers and mushrooms served with a side of pasta. The restaurant is open daily at 4:30 p.m.
  
  Antipasto's Vegetarian Bistro and Wine Bar
  1028 Route 146
  Clifton Park, N Y
  518-383-1209
  antipastos.com
  
  

Bellini's Italian Eatery

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  Bellini's Italian Eatery is most popular for its array of shared appetizers, which are big enough for two or three people. Try veal meatballs, thin-crust pizza or mozzarella wrapped in prosciutto ham to start your dinner. Sirloin steak with gorgonzola cheese served with spinach, Tuscan chicken stew and a variety of beef, fish and chicken dishes are on the menu. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily.
  
  Bellini's Italian Eatery
  20 Clifton Country Road
  Clifton Park, NY
  518-348-2090
  eatdrinkbellinis.com
  
  

Mama's Bistro

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  Mama's Bistro has been serving food since the late 1970s. The decor is warm, with a fireplace in the bar area. Try an appetizer of potato skins, jalapeno poppers or crispy popcorn chicken to go with a glass of wine or cocktail. For your main course, have linguine with white or red clam sauce, veal, chicken or seafood. For lighter fare, pizzas, salads, hamburgers and specialty sandwiches are in abundance on the menu. It is open for lunch and dinner daily.
  
  Mama's Bistro
  1218 Route 146
  Clifton Park, NY 12065
  518-371-7313
  mamasbistro.com