LA CASCADE: Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel , Flushing Center,
135-20 39th Ave., Flushing; 460-6666

CUISINE: American with Oriental dishes

PARKING: Underground garage with two-hour validation.

HOURS: Seven days a week from 6:30 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. Table service from the regular menu also available.

CREDIT CARDS: All major cards

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE: Yes.

Take the elevator to the lower lobby (LL) and enjoy the many offerings at the luncheon buffet ($19.95 per). Here you will find a tranquil atmosphere complete with a cascading waterfall and Oriental gold screens. Sit at one of the large well-spaced tables and your server will bring your beverage (a Mimosa?) and utensils (chop sticks upon request).

Select your preference of appetizers from a large assortment of fresh fruit or perhaps you prefer the soup of the day (we enjoyed a hearty beef soup). You can opt for an omelet with an assortment of popular additions such as mushrooms or Chinese specialties.

For your entrée, enjoy the traditional Peking Duck served wrapped in a pancake assembled at the carving table. Many other offerings are available on the two buffet tables which range from cold delicacies to hot dishes from the covered chaffing dishes. There are healthy Seaweed Salad, Lobster & Crab Claws (ask your server for a cracker and a small fish folk), fresh shrimp boiled or BBQ, pasta dishes and many more. The White Fish in Cream Sauce was pronounced delicious by a member of our party. There are also an assortment of cold salads and greens along with a variety of breads and cheeses.

Desserts range from several forms of gelatin to an excellent, moist Carrot Cake.

There is something for everyone and all you can eat in an attractive, relaxing setting.