2022 Best of Capital Region Winners—Saratoga
The results are in.
These are the Saratoga places that won a Top Three spot for the 2022 winners for "Best of the Capital Region."
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Arts & Entertainment—1st Place | Best Open Mic
Caffe Lena
47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs
Caffe Lena is a Saratoga treasure, widely recognized as the longest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States. Visit the Caffe Lena website
Arts & Entertainment—1st Place | Best Entertainment Venue
Saratoga Performing 
Arts Center
SPAC is known for the New York City Ballet, Opera Saratoga, classical concerts and Live Nation concerts. Visit the SPAC website.
Arts & Entertainment—1st Place | Best Drive-in Theater
Malta Drive-In
Malta Drive-In opened for its 74th season on April 15. It's easily identified by its large flashing marquee and is open April—October. Visit the Malta Drive-In website.
Dining Out—1st Place | Best Southern Restaurant
Hattie's Restaurant
45 Phila St., Saratoga Springs
Hattie’s serves up a variety of Southern cuisine, including their award winning famous Southern fried chicken. Visit Hattie's Restaurant Website
Dining Out—1st Place | Best Place for a Frozen Treat
Stewart's Shops
Multiple Locations
You can't go very far in Saratoga County without running into a local Stewart's. Whether you want ice cream, a few grocery items, gas, lottery tickets, or whatever convenience item you're looking for, you can find it at Stewart's.
Dining Out—3rd Place | Best Family Restaurant
Augie’s Family Style Italian Restaurant
Goods and Services—1st Place | Best Golf Course
Saratoga National Golf
458 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs
After you play a round of championship golf, grab a bite to eat at Prime with your beer or cocktail while overlooking the 18th hole. Check out all the latest happenings.
Goods and Services—3rd Place | Best Bookstore
Northshire Bookstore
424 Broadway., Saratoga Springs
For die-hard bibliophiles, Northshire Books, an award-winning independent bookseller, is an oasis Visit Northsire Website
Best of the Res—1st Place | Best City
Saratoga Springs
Winner for the 3rd year in a row—people love living here and visiting. With so many options, what's not to love? Visit the Saratoga Springs website.
Best of the Rest—1st Place | Best Reason to Brag to Out-of-Towners
Saratoga Race Course
267 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Race Course opened in 1863, and is considered to be the oldest major sporting venue of any kind in the country. Visit the NYRA website.
Best of the Rest—3rd Place | Best Park
Saratoga State Park
Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs
We agree that our park is perfect, with plenty of nature trails, picnic spots, and upgraded public spaces. Visit the Saratoga Spa State Park website
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