MALTA — Nanola—a restaurant, bar, and live music venue located on Route 9 in Malta—closed its doors on Tuesday, Sept. 30 after a dozen years in business.
“From the very beginning, Nanola has been more than just a business, it has been a gathering place filled with laughter, friendships, and countless memories,” the company wrote in a Facebook announcement. “None of it would have been possible without our loyal customers and staff that have become family. We are deeply grateful to every band that rocked our stage, every guest who celebrated life’s milestones with us, and every person who simply stopped in for a meal, a drink, or a good time. You’ve all been part of what made Nanola so special. While this chapter is coming to a close, the memories will live, and we are beyond thankful for the ride we’ve shared with you.”
In its announcement, the restaurant added that its volleyball program would continue and be back “bigger and better than ever.”
Community members and patrons responded to the announcement by expressing appreciation and sharing memories. One married couple said they met at Nanola. One woman thanked the restaurant for allowing her and her husband to celebrate their anniversary there during the pandemic. A GlobalFoundries employee said Nanola was one of his “all-time favorite places to go.”
Local businesses also chimed in with their farewells. The Hideaway Restaurant at the Saratoga Lake Golf Club wrote that “Nanola will always hold a special place in the hearts of everyone here at The Hideaway.” The Ballston Lakeview Tavern added: “All three owners here have worked for and learned a lot from you and your family for years. On to bigger and better things. You will be missed.”
Nanola billed itself as a casual eatery with New Orleans influences, an extensive draft and beer list, and a menu with southern favorites. It hosted many performers over the years, especially live rock bands playing everything from original compositions to time-tested classics. Recent shows included a pre- and post-Phish concert performance by Hilltop; a benefit for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention; two nights of Arch3type (featuring members of Big Gigantic and Twiddle); the DJ Williams Band with Ben Atkind (formerly of Goose); and a variety of Grateful Dead cover bands.
In February, Slidin’ Dirty, a popular Capital Region slider restaurant, took over Nanola’s kitchen operations and debuted a new menu.
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