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Hattie’s Mardi Gras returns
“Hattie’s Restaurant in Saratoga Springs will be hosting its Mardi Gras celebration for the first time in four years.”
Fundraisers to watch out for
“A glimpse at the coming Mardi Gras celebration at Hattie’s”
March 14, 2024
Capital Region fried chicken staple wants to invest in Albany
WNYT – After a challenging period where many businesses closed their doors, Hattie’s, a southern themed restaurant with deep roots in the Capital Region, is making a bold footprint in Albany.
March 13, 2024
An inside look at the new Hattie’s in Albany
NEWS 10 – Hattie’s is officially set to open in the old Lombardo’s space at 121 Madison Avenue in Albany’s South End on Thursday, March 14.
March 12, 2024
Inside the new Hattie’s Restaurant in Albany, opening this week
ALBANY BUSINESS REVIEW – The new Hattie’s — in a renovated landmark building — is the latest project from Ed and Lisa Mitzen.
March 12, 2024
Checking out the set-to-open Hattie’s in Albany
TIMES UNION – Saratoga bastion of fried chicken and Louisiana cuisine, now 86 years old, takes over downtown building that was home to Lombardo’s for 99 years
February 26, 2024
Hattie’s Fried Chicken In Albany Gets It’s Grand Opening Date
ESPN RADIO 104.5 FM – Hattie’s Award-Winning Fried Chicken To Open in Albany
February 26, 2024
‘National Institution’ Beloved By Food Network Opening In New York
HUDSON VALLEY POST – ‘A national institution,” beloved by a Food Network star is opening up a new location in Upstate New York. Hattie’s has announced the grand opening date for its brand-new restaurant in Upstate New York.
February 26, 2024
Hattie’s Fried Chicken in Albany Gets It’s Grand Opening Date
Q105.7 FM – Hattie’s Award-Winning Fried Chicken To Open in Albany
February 21, 2024
Hattie’s in Albany to open March 14
TIMES UNION – The second location of the venerable Southern eatery in Saratoga takes over the former Lombardo’s Restaurant.
February 21, 2024
Hattie’s Albany to open on March 14
NEWS10 – Hattie’s Albany will officially open its doors at 121 Madison Avenue on March 14. It is the fourth edition of Hattie’s locations to join Business for Good companies.
February 21, 2024
New Hattie’s location coming to Albany
WNYT – There will soon be a new spot for fried chicken in Albany. Hattie’s Albany restaurant will open its new location on Thursday, March 14, at 121 Madison Ave. This is the fourth Hattie’s location.
February 10, 2024
Saratoga Chowderfest 2024 draws thousands to 25th annual event
THE SARATOGIAN – The 25th Saratoga Chowderfest provided a boost to businesses and the opportunity for attendees to sample some delicious chowder.
February 9, 2024
2024 Hattie’s Mardi Gras event raises more than $63,000 to create opportunities for young people across New York’s Capital Region
The fundraiser, hosted at the Saratoga Springs City Center, delivered $63,160 in donations to The SEAT Center’s Culinary Lab program. Business for Good was delighted to have co-Founders Ed and Lisa Mitzen serve as hosts alongside special guest, reality TV star, Dorinda Medley.
January 26, 2024
Hattie’s hosting Mardi Gras event for charity
NEWS10 – Hattie’s hosting Mardi Gras event for charity
January 21, 2024
Party for the arts happens next weekend
WAMC NORTHEAST PUBLIC RADIO – “Giving Tuesday,” is a day set aside to donate to not-for-profits. This upcoming weekend is another opportunity to help organizations in need. You might call it “Party for the Arts”.
January 19, 2024
Hattie’s Mardi Gras returns to Saratoga Springs
SPOTLIGHT NEWS – The fan-favorite annual Hattie’s Mardi Gras party returns Saturday, Jan. 27, to the Saratoga Springs City Center. The event, which benefits the SEAT Center Culinary Lab, will be an evening of entertainment, music, delicious food and a silent auction.
January 16, 2024
Job fair is one step closer to opening for Hattie’s in Albany
TIMES UNION – Job seekers were welcomed Wednesday to the newest addition to the chicken shack family of restaurants
January 11, 2024
Real Housewives Star Coming to Saratoga for Mardi Gras Fundraiser
SARATOGA TODAY — Dorinda Medley, star of the hit Bravo reality series “The Real Housewives of New York City,” will be a special guest at Hattie’s Mardi Gras fundraiser party at the Saratoga Springs City Center on Saturday, January 27.
December 15, 2023
Tickets on sale for Hattie’s Mardi Gras in Saratoga Springs
NEWS 10 — Hattie’s Mardi Gras event is returning to Saratoga Springs in 2024. The event is set for January 27 at the Saratoga Springs City Center.
November 29, 2023
Hattie’s in Albany expected to open in first few months of 2024
NEWS 10 — Work is continuing on the new Hattie’s Restaurant in Albany with the Hattie’s sign finally being installed. Business for Good (BFG) said the eatery is projected to open in the first few months of 2024.
November 27, 2023
Hattie’s putting final touches on Albany location
TIMES UNION – A midwinter opening is projected for the restaurant in former Lombardo’s building on lower Madison Avenue
September 13, 2023
Hattie’s holding job fair for new Albany restaurant
NEWS10 — Hattie’s Restaurant, a popular fried chicken spot, is holding an executive job fair for it’s new restaurant on Albany’s South End
September 6, 2023
The top fried chicken sandwiches not from Chick-fil-A
TIMES UNION – Need a fried chicken sandwich fix but want to buy local? Here are some options.
June 25, 2023
Lombardo’s Restaurant sign removed, will return as Hattie’s
TIMES UNION – An opening in late fall is projected for downtown Albany location of Saratoga-based Hattie’s
February 3, 2023
Hattie’s Mardi Gras raises over $100K for Regional Food Bank
NEWS10 – Hattie’s Mardi Gras made a grand return after a four-year hiatus, raising over $100K for the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY.
January 30, 2023
SEEN: Hattie’s Mardi Gras 2023 to benefit the Regional Food Bank
TIMES UNION – Were you Seen at Hattie’s Mardi Gras to benefit the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York on Jan. 28, 2023, at the Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs, N.Y?
January 20, 2023
Hattie’s Mardi Gras fundraiser to make long-awaited return
SARATOGIAN – After a four-year absence, the popular Hattie’s Mardi Gras fundraiser is returning later this month.
January 11, 2023
Historic Albany selling some booths from Lombardo’s
TIMES UNION – As historic Albany restaurant is renovated to make way for a location of Hattie’s, nonprofit’s parts warehouse receives one- and two-sided booths to sell.
November 20, 2023
Hattie’s Mardi Gras fundraiser returning after long absence
WNYT – Hattie’s Restaurant is bringing back its popular Mardi Gras fundraiser. After a several year absence, the celebration will return to the Canfield Casino in Saratoga Springs on January 28.
November 25, 2022
Hattie’s Mardi Gras Returns after four years
NEWS10 – Hattie’s Restaurant in Saratoga Springs will be hosting its Mardi Gras celebration for the first time in four years. The 2023 beneficiary of this event is the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York.
August 17, 2022
Inside the plans for the new Hattie’s in Albany
ALBANY BUSINESS REVIEW – Work on the future home of Hattie’s Restaurant in Albany could start as soon as September. The foundation backing the restaurant — Business For Good — is just waiting for historic tax credit approval, said founder Ed Mitzen. The renovation of the former Lombardo’s on Madison Avenue near Pearl Street will […]
July 22, 2022
Hattie’s Fried Chicken Named Best in NY by The Food Network
WGNA – In a newly released rating of fried chicken from coast to coast, The Food Network dubbed Hattie’s Restaurant & Chicken Shack one of the best spots in the country, and the best in NY for golden, juicy, fried chicken!
July 28, 2022
Discovering Saratoga: Hattie’s Track Shack
NEWS10 – Hattie’s Restaurant has made a name for itself for its award-winning cuisine, even named the best fried chicken in New York State by Food Network. “Hattie’s stood for community, everything she did was about supporting friends, family in the neighborhood so we just continue that tradition,” said Chef Mark Graham.
