Best
of Queens Cuisine 2008
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| Danny
Odari, owner of Pizza Fresca in Jamaica, is
putting together one of his world-class pizzas. |
Our
readers have written in with their favorite restaurants
and bars in Queens and there are remarkably few
repeats. This doesn't come as too much of a surprise.
After all, taste is not disputable, or so the
saying goes.
Tribune readers may not agree on where to get
the best slice of pizza or the best cup of joe,
but they share something greater: a love of food
and drink.
In fact, when we asked for our readers to write
in with their "Queens Best," an overwhelming majority
wronte in with the names of restaurants. And we
dont' blame them. It's hard to find a cuisine
that isn't served in Queens. And here, it's generaly
served with a smile.
Applebees
at Bay Terrace
213-29 26th Ave.
Bayside, NY
(718) 631-7654
www.applebees.com
"The fish and chips. Great taste. Don't have to
go to England. We have it in our own backyard."
Lena Cahn, Whitestone
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Aunt
Bella’s in Ridgewood.
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Aunt
Bella's Italian Restaurant
64-02 Fresh Pond Rd.
Ridgewood, NY
(718) 417-5100
"Great food, warm décor, cheap price, good wine."
Cathy Chirichella, Ridgewood
"Has delicious Italian food at reasonable prices
and its Tues-Wed-Thurs lunch deals are insanely
low. Lasagna for $3 fantastic."
Rosemarie DiCristo, Maspeth
Austin Steak & Ale House
82-70 Austin St.
Jamaica, NY
(718) 849-3939
www.austinsteakandalehouse.com
"Great food, indoor/outdoor dining, great atmosphere
and service."
Mindy Erdman, Kew Gardens
Bagel House IV
89-18 Northern Blvd.
Jackson Heights, NY
(718) 507-5573
"Hand rolled moistness!"
D. Stutts, Jackson Heights
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Ben’s Best in Bayside is justly named.
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Ben's
Best Gourmet Delicatessen
Gourmet Kosher Deli
Restaurant and Caterers
96-40 Queens Blvd.
Rego Park, NY
(718) 897-1700
www.bensbest.com
"Their sandwich tray for 10 people fed our 12
guests. Delicious."
Abe Montz, Bayside
"Best for their over stuffed sandwich tray."
"All we need was soda, seltzer, and water."
Bohemian Beer Hall and Garden
29-19 24th Ave.
Astoria, NY
(718) 274-4925
www.bohemianhall.com
"Best outdoor spot in NYC."
David Brandwein, Forest Hills
"Great beer, food, entertainment, open garden,
bbq."
D. Stutts, Jackson Heights
Buddy's Kosher Delicatessen
215-01 73rd Ave.
Oakland Gardens, NY
(718) 631-2110
"Great tasting kosher food at reasonable prices.
Terrific corned beef, brisket, turkey & roast
beef!"
Emily Hoffenberg, Bayside
The Cuckoo's Nest
61-04 Woodside Ave.
Woodside, NY
(718) 426-5684
"Always hot & fresh, great atmosphere."
Jessica Kelly & Mike Brown, Bayside
Dance with Me on Parsons
Boulevard
Dancing every Saturday night for singles and couples
Garden Center, 24-20 Parsons Blvd.
Flushing, NY
Buffet, Dessert and Coffee for $15 / person
Music by DJ Dave
9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
"Took my wife and two other couples to dinner
and dancing. The buffet was as good as dinner
with assorted food and a wild assortment of music
by the D.J."
Deli Masters Kosher Deli
184-02 Horace Harding Expy.
Fresh Meadows, NY
(718) 353-3030
"Delicious, fresh & sumptuous. Food served hot.
Makes our family salivate from the aroma when
we enter."
Roberta Hass, Rego Park
Donovan's Pub
57-24 Roosevelt Ave.
Woodside, NY
(718) 429-9339
"Best hamburger in all of N.Y. Good portions and
entrees."
Tom Brenseke, Woodside
Esparks Coffee
59-02 Woodside Ave.
Woodside, NY
(718) 424-9838
www.esparkscoffee.com
"Great coffee - beats Starbucks. Smiling staff,
spotless."
J.B. Meaney, Woodside
Espresso 77 Café
35-57 77th St.
Jackson Heights, NY
(718) 424-1077
www.espresso77.com
"Azfal and Julie opened this new gem in revitalized
Jackson Heights. Hooray!"
Claire Michaels, Jackson Heights
Fajitas Surprise
59-24 Myrtle Ave.
Ridgewood, NY
(718) 418-0967
"Not just tex-mex, but authentic Mexican food.
Pretty comfortable. Gracious, helpful staff and
incredible food."
Margaret McGuire, Glendale
Fame Diner
176-19 Union Tpke.
Fresh Meadows, NY
(718) 591-0033
"Fresh wholesome food."
Nancy Jane Kirsch, Flushing
Fillmore's Tavern
166-02 65th Ave.
Fresh Meadows, NY
(718) 762-2727
www.fillmorestavern.com
"You don't expect a restaurant like this in Queens."
Nancy Jane Kirsch, Flushing
"Unique atmosphere."
Flagship Diner
138-30 Queens Blvd.
Jamaica, NY
(718) 523-6020
Forest View Restaurant
91-06 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY
(718) 441-8045
"Best food and service, diverse menu."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Georgia
Diner Restaurant
86-55 Queens Blvd.
Elmhurst, NY
(718) 651-9000
"Oversized portions and we treated grandma and
grandpa to a festive dinner."
Abe Montz, Bayside
Girasol Enterprise
115-11 Jamaica Ave.
Richmond Hill, NY
(718) 805-5604
"Colombian cheese breads hot from the oven."
David Brandwein, Forest Hills
Il Nocello Ristorante
14-27 150 St.
Whitestone, NY
(718) 767-9890
"Best food in town. You feel like you are eating
in your family's dining room."
Dominick Cocurro, Whitestone
JJ's Japanese Restaurant
37-05 31st Ave.
Astoria, NY
(718) 626-8888
"Delicious food. Carefully prepared."
Annemay Mann, Long Island City
Joe Abbracciamento's
62-96 Woodhaven Blvd.
Queens, NY
(718) 478-6463
"Good food and décor and has been open for many
years."
Adele Lesandro, Elmhurst
Kati Allo
29-06 172nd Street
Flushing, NY
(866) 567-7409
www.katiallo.com
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La Baraka in Little Neck has satisfied many.
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La
Baraka
255-09 Northern Blvd.
Little Neck, NY
(718) 428-1461
www.labarakarest.com
"Lovely owners, Friendly, outstanding food and
charming."
Shelly Feldman, Great Neck
LIE Hot Bagels
210-25 Horace Harding
Expressway
Oakland Gardens, NY
(718) 229-7101
"Best bagels in all of Queens. Family run, great
service and amazing bagels."
Molly Yavetz, Bayside
La Fusta Restaurant
80-32 Baxter Ave.
Flushing, NY
(718) 429-8222
www.lafustanewyork.com
"Best steaks hands down. Cooked to perfection."
D. Stutts, Jackson Heights
Mango's Restaurant
39-61 61st St.
Woodside, NY
(718) 424-9039
"Superb bakery out front, delicious restaurant
in back. Wonderfully attentive service from a
caring staff. Delicious sweet and savory baked
goods out front and a small restaurant in back
that serves great food."
Rosemarie DiCristo, Maspeth
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Manor Deli in Woodhaven is an old-fashioned favorite.
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Manor
Deli
94-12 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY
(718) 849-2836
www.manordeli.com
"Excellent salads, lunches, old fashioned deli."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Max and Mina's
71-26 Main St.
Flushing, NY
(718) 793-8629
"The flavors are out of this world. The best homemade
ice cream around."
Cynthia Heinze, Flushing
Mehak Restaurant
83-06 Austin St.
Jamaica, NY
(718) 441-3337
www.mehak.com
"Delicious Indo-Pak food and a Taj Mahal on the
side."
David Brandwein, Forest Hills
New Pop's Restaurant
85-22 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY
(718) 846-2037
"Old-fashioned ice cream parlor atmosphere."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Oxford Bake Shop
104-01 Liberty Ave.
Ozone Park, NY
(718) 843-4039
"It's been there forever, and everything they
serve shows why."
David Brandwein, Forest Hills
Peppino's Pizza
39-63 61st St.
Woodside, NY
(718) 899-4705
"Try and you will see why!"
D. Stutts, Jackson Heights
Pesso's Homemade Italian Ices, Ice Cream
203-20 35th Ave.
Bayside, NY
(718) 224-9130
"Tasty treats & friendly service."
Jessica Kelly & Mike Brown, Bayside
Pete's Restaurant
39-26 Bell Blvd.
Flushing, NY
(718) 428-9351
"Aldo makes the best pizza. The salads are the
best. The kabobs too the best."
Richard Curty, Little Neck
Roger's Luncheonette
187-06 Union Tpke.
Fresh Meadows, NY
(718) 465-9457
"The food is superb. The prices so affordable.
Try the whole wheat, blueberry pancakes!"
Cynthia Heinze, Flushing
Schmidt's Confectionary
94-15 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY
(718) 846-9326
"Family owned delicious homemade candies."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Sheehan's
Bar & Grill
171-57 46th Ave.
Flushing, NY
(718) 961-6161
"Quite honestly, it's so great because it's an
extremely good place to go with a few of your
friends, specifically on Tuesday. They have a
really good deal on burgers and fries at $2. And
they taste really good at that. You can't beat
a deal like that!"
Amadeo Plaza, Jamaica
Singas Famous Pizza
43-69 Kissena Blvd.
Flushing, NY
"Best food, good prices. Try grilled chicken sandwich,
chicken Alfredo pizza, spaghetti with Alfredo
sauce."
Philip Wolcoff, Flushing
SriPraPhai
64-13 39th Ave.
Woodside, NY
(718) 899-9599
"Great outdoor garden. Warm and friendly."
J.B. Meaney, Woodside
Steve's Coffee Shop
40-34 162nd St.
Flushing, NY
(718) 445-6691
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Jackson Height’s Stop Inn is a hidden secret.
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Stop
Inn
60-22 Roosevelt Ave.
Woodside, NY
(718) 779-0290
"Best grilled chicken hero. Stop in and see Teddy
the owner, He'll feed you like you are family."
Tom Brenseke
"Lots a specials, all times. Try the half pound
burgers! Da best!"
D. Stutts, Jackson Heights
Stove
45-17 28th Ave.
Astoria, NY
(718) 956-0372
"Service friendly, good wine. Best American food."
J.B. Meaney, Woodside
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Sugar Bun is a favorite in Jamaica.
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Sugar
Bun Bake Shop
156-22 Cross Bay Blvd.
Jamaica, NY
(718) 843-9233
www.sugarbunbakeshop.com
"Turkey panini sandwich melts in your mouth. Secret
panini sauce is great. Ruggalah made just right.
Meltaway cake so many crumbs on top. Chocolate
babaka cake it's a combination of crumbs & chocolate
cake filling. Chocolate fudge square cake best
fudge and homemade."
Ellen Schneider, Ozone Park
"I tried all of the bakeries in Queens. Everything
they sell is excellent."
Laura Demasi, Howard Beach
Szechuan Inn
252-01 Union Tpke.
Bellerose, NY
(718) 343-1999
"Spareribs and sizzling rice soup."
Shelly Feldman, Great Neck
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Terrace Diner in Bayside is a local favorite.
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Terrace
Diner
212-97 26th Ave.
Bayside, NY
(718) 224-4434
www.terracediner.com
"We got there at 5 p.m. and had complete dinners
with dessert and coffee for $32 for all four of
us plus tax."
Abe Montz, Bayside
"Inexpensive dining, lunch specials, free local
delivery."
"We used to go to the old Napoleon's that was
there before, but this place now is a show place."
Trieste
73-16 Northern Blvd.
Jackson Heights, NY
(718) 899-0035
"Always fresh ingredients. Great specials, seafood."
J.B. Meaney, Woodside
Triple
Crown Diner
248-27 Jericho Tpke.
Jamaica, NY
(718) 347-4600
"Been to a lot of diners and they do it all the
very best way."
Frederick Kress, Rosedale
Uno Restaurant
107-16 70th Rd.
Forest Hills, NY
(718) 793-6700
www.unos.com
"Informal dining, good food, pleasant staff."
Carol Biegel, Forest Hills
Valentino's Pizza and Italian
71-47 Kissena Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11367
(718) 591-6464
www.valentinos.com
"They use all fresh ingredients."
Nancy Jane Kirsch, Flushing
Wah Hing Kitchen
73-12 Bell Blvd.
Queens, NY
(718) 465-5854
"Delicious Chinese food. Quick take-out. Accomodating
staff with a wide variety of lunch specials choices."
Emily Hoffenberg, Bayside
Young Israel of Queens Valley Senior Center
141-55 77th Ave.
Flushing, NY
(718) 263-6995
www.longislandexchange.com/queensseniors
"Delicious mouth-watering lunches are served daily.
Supervised by a dedicated female director of the
center who is always personable & helpful."
Roberta Hass, Rego Park
Zum Stammtisch
69-46 Myrtle Ave.
Glendale, NY
(718) 386-3014
www.zumstammtisch.com
"Great sauerbraten, potato balls, and wide variety
of German beers!"
Tom Brenseke
