Vegan
American
Fast food
Take-out
Gluten-free
Breakfast

Vegan deli serving breakfast sandwiches, philly cheesesteak, jackfruit and chickpea-tuna salad wrap, stacked impossible burger, saucy wings, and mac ’n’ cheese. Will try to accommodate glutenfree requests. Est. summer 2021. Open Wed-Sat 11:00am-8:30pm, Sun 11:00am-4:00pm.


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55 Reviews

First Review by JenniferKolnacki

Veghiker

Points +93

Vegan
16 Mar 2025

A good time!

Good seitan and chill vibes.

INTJ_mara

Points +714

Vegan
27 Jan 2025

Pretty nice!

Solid vegan sandwiches. Coming from NYC, prices were super cheap for me! I enjoyed my jackfruit “tuna” sandwich - big portion. My non-veg companion also enjoyed his meal a lot! Will definitely stop by again next time I visit.

Updated from previous review on 2024-12-07

CSupino

Points +40

Vegan
02 Jan 2025

Peas and Peace

Amazing burger & fries ! 😋
You must have one #Veganuary

Pros: Stack Burger , Fries

kwasdick

Points +65

Vegan
28 Dec 2024

10/10

If you ever went to Champs back in the day in NYC you will love this place 😊 big portions with lots of flavor!!! I got the buffalo mac crunchwrap and mozzarella sticks!

lizardlucas

Points +1193

Vegan
22 Dec 2024

Delicious

Stopped in the area for lunch while driving through and wanted to try somewhere I hadn't been before. Ended up getting the seitan chicken parm and it had that good combo of salty, tangy, and herby. Good food, good prices, and friendly staff. Took a cannoli (or two) for the road!

Pros: Good food, Reasonable prices, Friendly staff

CaylaBrint

Points +67

Vegan
22 Dec 2024

Second Visit Satisfaction

Second time stopping by on the road trip to ski vermont from philly. Such great vegan food and staff. Got the reuben (again) and the buffalo mac crunchwrap. so good. also got their cannoli and was amazed by the yumminess of the filling.

mars

Points +485

Vegan
26 Sep 2024

Great, comfy joint

We stopped in on our way to Saranac Lake. Tiny place with seating for 12? Had Reubens. Big! Tasty! They come with a big pickle and chips. We had half and took the rest for lunch tomorrow.
Definitely a keeper.
I saw a bus go passed, so there’s some public transportation to the shop. Near the capital so perfect for lunch and a visit to this NY landmark.
Parking can be a little tough but not impossible.

Pros: Size of sandwich , Flavor , Comfy vibe

Cons: Fries are ok

MáireUíBhrádaigh

Points +225

Vegan
13 Sep 2024

Cute deli in a lovely neighborhood

I opted for the Chicken Salad Wrap. Very delicious. Since I’m from out of town I like to patronize the local vegan restaurants. But sadly, I didn’t get a pickle that shows up in so many photos😉

Pros: Generous portion, Tasty meal, Clean pleasant dining area

Cons: No pickle

abc

Points +189

Vegan
22 Aug 2024

Vegan + 2 omni friends approve

Stopped in on a road trip with two omnis and we all loved our food. I had the cheesy chorizo potato burrito, one person had the jackfruit tuna sandwich and the other had the chopped cheese sandwich. All meals came with potato chips and a giant pickle spear. These days you often just get a sandwich plopped on a plate by itself, so it was nice to have the chips and pickle. The omnis were very impressed and said their food was very fresh. Little deli counter had really big housemade pepperoni logs for just $10 – that's a great price for such a big piece! If we weren't on a road trip at the time I would have bought a couple.

Pros: Fresh, tasty food that appeals to everyone, Menu has enough variety without being overwhelming

bsimmonds

Points +142

Vegan
27 Jul 2024

Excellent Deli!

We stopped here twice: to and from vacation for lunch carry out, and everything we ordered was amazing! Between two lunches, my partner and I sampled the Italian sub, Buffalo Crunchwrap, Reuben, and jackfruit tuna wrap. I appreciated the ample LTO added to the sub and wrap to make them extra fresh. The crunchwrap was pretty heavy with all the sauces and mac & cheese but super tasty. The Reuben was a standout, but everything we ordered was fantastic!

Updated from previous review on 2024-07-27

EABessel

Points +1415

Vegan
19 Jun 2024

Highly recommended!

Great sandwich shop with many gluten free options. Excellent flavors, textures, and portions. Friendly staff.

GeoFrey

Points +197

Vegan
29 Apr 2024

Delicious!

First, employees were very welcoming and nice.
Then, the food was amazingly tasty.
I totally recommend the Subculture Vegan Deli & Provision restaurant.
Too bad they close early. I would have eaten there for lunch and dinner.
We had the chicken parm sandwich and the cheesy chorizo potato burrito. Our favorite was the burrito! Try it😄

Went for a second time (April 2024) and got the Big Stack with the house made patty. It was succulent. So glad I decided to stop there as I was driving back from Philadelphia to Canada.

Updated from previous review on 2023-07-01

Pros: Warm welcome , Cute place , Tasty

Cons: Closes too early

billietulip

Points +433

Vegan
28 Apr 2024

the best ever!

absolutely blown away. loved loved loved what we got! the buffalo chikn crunch wrap and the chopped cheese - just omg. run, don’t walk!!!!

mbordewieck

Points +231

Vegan
28 Apr 2024

I wish this I lived closer!

Loved everything I got, and also appreciated reading the old punk magazines while we waited for our meal

Hawkeyeic

Points +38

Vegan
30 Mar 2024

Would Recommend

Had the crunch wrap. Would recommend. Was good but not fantastic. Maybe some improvement to the cheese. Friendly with good music.

Pros: Friendly, Simple Menu, Good food

SarahS88

Points +2534

Vegan
03 Mar 2024

Great location and option

Picked up takeout on our way through Albany. Food was really great! We had the Reuben and the Chicken parm! Really delicious! Would come back again anytime!

Updated from previous review on 2024-03-03

mayor_mccheese

Points +73

Vegan
01 Dec 2023

Great food, cozy spot

The food was incredible. I got the Crunchwrap, mozzarella sticks, and the fried mushrooms. Crunchwrap was fantastic, it’s also really big. The mushrooms were excellent as well. Very tasty. The sauce they make to go with them is delicious. Mozzarella sticks are also great. I wouldn’t have known those were vegan if I didn’t know the whole place was vegan.

Pros: Food, Service was fast, Place is very nice and cozy

MattFuniciello

Points +82

Vegan
10 Nov 2023

Where it all began in Albany and where it's still heading!

The Wing Burger. The freaking Reuben! I still love the Sunflower Burger but Chikken Parm is the bomb! They should rename "Seitan Kings".

flyingovertrout

Points +157

Vegan
28 Aug 2023

This place can do no wrong!

Was visiting Albany for some shows and came to subculture twice for carry out. The process for ordering food to go was super easy, and our food was securely packaged in sturdy, eco friendly containers. We got sandwiches and WINGS (garlic parm, baby!), plus a meatstick (teehee) and a cannoli. Got a side of fries and they were hot and crispy. Next time I’d love to dine in; a super cute, welcoming space. And the staff were kind as well! Go if you haven’t yet!

Updated from previous review on 2023-08-28

Pros: ALL VEGAN, Best BLT I’ve ever had , Carry out packaged well

Cons: Might be tough to find parking , Chicken parm could be more saucy

creativegan

Points +1048

Vegan
24 Aug 2023

Better than ever!

I’ve been visiting Subculture since it opened, but just realized I’ve neglected to write a review, sheesh! I’ve had only fabulous food and experiences here! The Reuben, Philly Steak and Wingburger are my faves. And they just started offering fries—really, really awesome fries! You can’t go wrong here!

Pros: Awesome food!, Great people!

RebeccaSullivan

Points +4624

Vegan
19 Aug 2023

Delicious

Been on my list for a while. We finally got here and we really enjoyed everything. Got the Italian mix with oil and vinegar, BLT, Mac n cheese, and mozzarella sticks. Everything was truly incredible.

jessldx

Points +71

Vegan
12 Aug 2023

The BEST Vegan Reuben

Their menu is full of amazing choices, but the reuben is hands-down one of the best sandwiches I’ve ever had. Do not skip this place if you’re in town!

Pros: Delicious flavors, Reasonable prices, Friendly staff

tfish

Points +3343

Vegan
21 Jul 2023

Perfect vegan deli

A ton of delicious options in a pretty cool space. My go-to shoot for meeting someone for lunch. HIGHLY recommend the crunchwrap

Updated from previous review on 2021-09-19

Pros: So many options, Everything’s delicious, Seriously you gotta try the crunchwrap

TheVeganPigeonXVX

Points +573

Vegan
17 Jul 2023

Best of the best in Albany.

Joey is in many ways the very reason Albany and the 518 have such a thriving vegan food community. He is a punk master of seitan and DIY vegan meat, so it’s no mystery why Subculture reigns supreme here, even outdoing it’s previous iteration as Berben & Wolff’s (glad I’m no longer financing the non-vegan Wolff part, honestly). Everything here is good—EVERYTHING. And the menu only continues to grow and improve. The specials are always worth trying and the seitan wings are a very special Albany exclusive in the world of vegan wings. More than all of this, though, it’s just owned and operated by such great people.

Pros: The people, Everything on the menu, Inside dining space

Cons: Need longer hours

Vic_M_Munoz

Points +230

Vegan
12 Jul 2023

M’eh

Found this place in a recent trip to Albany using the Happy Cow app
I love trying Philly Cheesesteaks when restaurants use seitan as the protein. This version was way too salty and mushy. The Reuben was okay, might order that next time instead. The loaded fries (don’t remember the exact name and no longer on the menu) was the best part of my meal

Pros: 100% vegan

mindfulmuncher

Points +60

Vegan
21 Jun 2023

Delicious food and friendly service

My husband and I stopped at Subculture during a road trip to Toronto and we were not disappointed! We ordered the buffalo chicken wings, Philly cheese steak, and Italian sub and they were all so delicious. The guy at the counter was super friendly as well. No complaints!

CurlyKate

Points +28

Vegan
21 Jun 2023

Amazing food and nice people

Stopped here while traveling for work. I couldn’t decide what to try and asked about the mozzarella sticks but opted for the BLT. When my food came up they comped me some mozzarella sticks! I am so glad they did because they were amazing (BLT was too). I don’t know how they do it. Can’t wait to go back and try more items. Great vibes, food, and people I wish they were closer to home!

Pros: Mozzarella sticks , The people/vibe, BLT




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