Best
of Queens Places 2008
With major development projects in store
for almost every neighborhood in the borough,
Queens is booming. Although Queensites reconize
the increased convenience that comes from more
shopping options, they also value a little peace
and quiet.
By perusing the next several pages you will discover, as we have, that many of your friends and neighbors have named Queens' parks as the best thing about the borough. They've also told us abou tthe best pharmacies, school and hospitals. It's nice to know that our readers have their health - and our - on their minds.
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Aqua Clara Laudromat is located in Jackson Heights.
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Aqua
Clara Laundromat
78-13 37th Ave.
Jackson Heights, NY
(718) 397-8772
"Clean, always good service."
Claire Michaels, Jackson Heights
Kew
Gardens Cinema
81-05 Lefferts Blvd.
Jamaica, NY
(718) 441-9835
www.kewgardenstheatre.com
"The best place to see Indie movies for a cheaper
price, plus it has that great mom-and-pop kind
of feel."
Jackie Dinas, Forest Hills
A.C. More
89-89 Union Tpke.
Glendale, NY
(718) 846-3718
"It
is a craft lover's dream and it can provide motivation
to the most timid beginner."
Susan Varo, Corona
Barnes & Noble
70-00 Austin St.
Forest Hills, NY
(718) 793-1395
www.barnesandnoble.com
"It serves a large area and it is a great place
to venture from anywhere in Queens. While it is
a great place to buy all types of reading material,
it is near restaurants, banks, eateries, a movie
theater, diverse transportation, medial facilities
and a diverse group of people and commuters."
Susan Varo, Corona
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Learn Yoga at Bamboo Moves.
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Bamboo
Moves of Forest Hills
07-50 Queens Blvd.
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 263-0788
"Whether you're a yoga novice or are already on
the path to enlightenment (and tighter abs), BambooMoves
is a fantastic new addition to the fitness offerings
in Forest Hills. This jewel of a studio has Manhattan
standards but Queens' prices, with classes ranging
from tai chi to belly dancing. Andrew and Kathy
make every visitor feel special and the instructors
pay individual attention to each student. The
entire experience is Om-believable."
Dina Perl, Forest Hills
Sunny
Brite Cleaners
65-02 Fresh Meadow Lane
Flushing, NY 11365
(718) 460-4479
http://www.sunnybrite.com/
"Professional, courteous, accommodating."
Shelly Feldman, Great Neck
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Queens Botanical Gardens
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Queens
Botanical Gardens
43-50 Main St.
Flushing, NY 11355
(718) 886-3800
www.queensbotanical.org
"The children enjoy the bushes that are cut to
look like animals and the beautiful flowers in
bloom. From native plants to seasonal displays,
the flora at the gardens delight all that visit."
Ann Cavaliere, Flushing
Weisman
Discount Home Center
63-27 Metropolitan Ave.
Flushing, NY 11379
(718) 497-0212
"Ceramic tile floor and the price made us have
a new floor."
Abe Montz, Bayside
Queens Museum of Art
New York City Building
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Queens, NY 11368
(718) 592-9700
www.queensmuseum.org
"Reaches out to multicultural and multiethnic
of our remarkable community. Multilife styles.
Appeals to school groups and seniors. Affordable
and easy to reach. Educational."
Ida Axelrod, Bayside
Queens Civic Congress
Flushing, NY 11363
(718) 343-6779
"The umbrella group for all civic associations.
Tries hard and does well to aid civics and save
Queens."
Frederick Kress
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AIDS Center of Queens is located on the 12th floor.
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AIDS
Center of Queens County
97-45 Queens Blvd. 12th Floor
Rego Park, NY 11374
(718) 896-2500
www.acqc.org
"Even with less, the spirit of love prevails."
Stephen Cerny, Jamaica
Hillside
Avenue
Corner of 169th Street
"The area seems to be still untouched by time
although there are many new shops. The Estates
Pharmacy on the corner still has a nostalgic feel
of the past and during the month of June, there
seems to be an air about this spot that beckons
the past. The clouds hang very low in the bright
blue sky and although there is a hustle and bustle
that abounds, this spot seems to offer a very
quaint and tranquil feel of another moment in
time."
Susan Varo, Corona
Dixie Dew Stables
88-11 70th Rd.
Flushing, NY
(718) 263-3500
"It offers horse lovers or anyone seeking an outdoor
adventure a chance to ride horses right within
their neighborhood."
Susan Varo, Corona
Queens Center Mall
90-15 Queens Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11373
(718) 592-3900
www.shopqueenscenter.com
"It has easy access to all. It is clean and has
good food."
Adele Lesandro, Elmhurst
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Atlas Park Mall is in Glendale.
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Atlas
on the Park
80-00 Cooper Ave. at 80th St.
Glendale, NY 11385
(718) 326-3300
www.theshopsatatlaspark.com
"No other mall like it in the area."
"Plenty to do, buy and eat."
Cathy Chirichella, Ridgewood
"Great special events, gorgeous landscaping, up-scale
stores, movies and a variety of restaurant too!"
Mindy Erdman, Kew Gardens
Schools, Colleges
"It's best for kids. We need good schools."
Lorinda Hobbs, Jamaica Hill Pharmacy
53-01 65th Pl.
Maspeth, NY 11378
(718) 429-4646
"Prescriptions are filled correctly & promptly.
Help is given when asked & pharmacists are courteous."
Doris Weintraub, Maspeth
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This sports store has great deals according to readers.
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DePhillips
Sport Store
33-03A Francis Lewis Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11358
(718) 445-5420
"The selection of his sport equipment is great!
And they gave me $5 off at $29 basketball."
Abe Montz, Bayside
Library System
89-11 Merrick Blvd.
Jamaica, NY 11432
(718) 990-0700
"Gracious easy access to books your local branch
may not have."
Ida Axelrod, Bayside
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Queens Central Library
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Queens
Borough Public Library
89-11 Merrick Blvd.
Jamaica, NY 11432
(718) 990-0700
www.queenslibrary.org
"You can get almost any book. The staff are always
very helpful and now it's open Saturdays. Knowledgable
people and computers allow us to reserve and get
books."
Steven Levin, Little Neck
Flushing Meadows Medical Center
45-00 Parsons Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11355
(718) 670-5000
"For those with a preponderance for getting sick,
excellent medical treatment is available at the
Flushing Hospital."
Joseph Turrisi, Flushing
Sunnyside Florist
40-05 Queens Blvd.
Sunnyside, NY 11104
(718) 784-8226
www.sunnysidefloristny.com
"Friendly owners, reasonable prices. Involved
in the community."
Lisa Weissbach, Hollis Hills
Kew Gardens Community Center
80-02 Kew Gardens Rd. 202
Jamaica, NY 11415
(718) 268-5960
"As a member of the KGCC, I am pleased to say
it is an excellent place for retirees particularly.
Meeting other members while participating in various
activities at a nominal fee is most helpful in
many ways. Concerts and movies are offered as
well. I highly recommend this Center."
Carol Biegel, Forest Hills
New York Hospital Queens
56-45 Main St.
Flushing, NY 11355
(718) 670-2000
www.nyhq.org/
"We have a good service."
Vincent Wen, Flushing
Queens Center Mall
90-15 Queens Boulevard
Elmhurst, NY
(718) 592-3900
www.shopqueenscenter.com
"Can be reached by public transportation. Large
variety of stores."
Carol Biegel, Forest Hills
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Raindew has everything according to Tribune readers.
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Raindew
Family Centers & Pharmacy
35-15 Francis Lewis Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11358
(516) 869-6034
www.raindew.com
"Everything I need. Convenient Shopping."
Helen Mitros, Bayside
Sai
Organics
36-07 30th Ave.
(718) 956 1793
30-21 30th Ave.
(718) 278 1726
www.Saiorganics.com
"Adorable organic food store. Friendly owner and
workers. Only organic store within walking distance,
some items cheaper than in supermarket."
Scott Muson, Astoria
Austin Street
"They have really good boutiques and stores, it
reminds me a lot of the village."
Erika Laux, Jamaica Estates
Orthopedic Shoe Clinic
90-03 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY 11421
(718) 847-8000
www.orthoshoe.com/
"Best for quality footwear for all ages."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
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Lo’s Acupuncture is unassuming but a Queens best.
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Lo's
Acupuncture Center
45-48 Union St.
Flushing, NY 11355
(718) 353-2665
"Affordable, expert acupuncture. Only doctor to
help my wife's back problem."
Woodhaven Gallery
87-01 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY 11421
(718) 441-6002
"State of art photography and framing."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Capo's Trophies
79-13 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY 11421
(718) 296-6700
"Great trophies & plaques."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Park Place Florist & Greenery
87-14 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY 11421
(718)-846-7200
www.parkplaceflorist.com
"Creative, beautiful, unique floral arrangements."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
Woodhaven Pharmacy
86-22 Jamaica Ave.
Woodhaven, NY 11421
(718) 846-7777
"Friendly, caring, efficient staff."
Maria A. Thomson, Woodhaven
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Gantry Park offers great views of Manhattan.
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Gantry
Plaza State Park
50-50 Second St.
Long Island City, NY 11101
(718) 786-6385
"Why it's the best: I think it's safe to say that
everyone will find that it is quite possibly the
most breathtaking view of Manhattan skyline from
any borough. The only spot that can even hope
to compete is the view from the Brooklyn Promenade.
But Gantry Plaza offers a really good views, and
of course, provides for a really good date."
Amadeo Plaza, Jamaica
Kissena
Park
164th St.
Flushing, NY 11355
"We have many activities there. Riding, exercises,
and fishing over there."
Vincent Wen, Flushing
Millies Hair Salon
15-21 College Point Blvd.
College Point, NY
(718) 460-6119
"You are completely catered to. Not to mention
you look and feel fabulous."
Ilya Dall, Whitestone
"All about you."
Carmen Martinez, NY
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
111-01 Corona Ave.
Corona, NY
(718) 760-6565
"It's now beautiful & good for people."
Frank P. Milano, Flushing
"It is for all to enjoy. Playing sports & picnicking."
Adele Lesandro, Elmhurst
"Fun to visit including zoo, museum, carousel,
golf, etc."
John Carlson, Jackson Heights
"You can relax in the park or go to the zoo. It's
fun."
Samantha Marcus, Little Neck, NY
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Spa Castle in College Point.
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Spa
Castle of College Point
131-10 11th Ave.
College Point, NY 11356
(718) 939-6300
"Massive spa; New, clean & beautiful; inexpensive
prices. Vacation near home."
Cathy Chirichella, Ridgewood
Juniper Valley Park
76-00 Juniper Blvd. N
Queens, NY 11379
"It is clean and lots to do. You can walk off
your lbs and play."
Adele Lesandro, Elmhurst
"Always clean, safe & concerts in summer. Tennis,
bocci & shuffleboard."
Cathy Chirichella, Ridgewood
Corpus Christi Elementary School
31-29 60th Street
Woodside, NY 11377
(718) 721-2484
www.corpuschristischoolwny.com/
"Wonderful, caring principal and teachers. Students
learn in a safe environment."
Tom Brenseke, Woodside
Roy Wilkins Recreational Center
177th and Baisley Blvd.
Jamaica, NY 11434
(718) 276-8686
"There are different activities."
Lorinda Hobbs, Jamaica
A ride on the "7" train
"Many different neighborhoods to see on your travels."
John Carlson, Jackson Heights
Woodhaven Street Festival
Jamaica Avenue from 80th St. to Woodhaven Boulevard
"Entertainment, rides variety pf ethnic foods,
great family day!"
Steve Esposito, Woodhaven
Vanderbilt Motor Parkway at Alley Pond Park
228-06 Northern Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11362
(718) 229-4000
"I can ride my bicycle or walk in peace and quiet.
Many beautiful trees and singing birds."
Steven Levine, Little Neck
Forest Park
Myrtle Avenue, Union Turnpike, Park Lanes Queens,
NY
"It's absolutely beautiful and you can see the
Manhattan skyline at dusk."
Melanie Friedman, Bayside
Forest Hills
www.foresthillsny.com
"It's the best neighborhood in Queens because
it is a mini-Manhattan: great eateries, fun to
walk around, lots to do and see, and a nice place
to live."
Adam Amit, Hollis Hills
Bowne Park
29th Ave and 155th St.
Flushing, NY 11354
"Weeping willow trees. Bocce courts. Reflection
of trees in water. Seeing seniors enjoying sport/staying
out beyond 8 am."
Lena Cahn, Whitestone
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Shea Stadium is a Queens best for only a few more months.
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Shea
Stadium
123-01 Roosevelt Ave.
Flushing, NY 11368
(718) 507-6387
www.mets.mlb.com/nym/ballpark/index.jsp
"Easy for Queens & Long Island. Residents to enjoy
a ball game."
Adele Lesandro, Elmhurst
'The Mets- the best team in baseball."
D. Stutts, Jackson Heights
Cunningham Park
196-00 Union Tpke.
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
(718) 217-6452
"Children can play, bring picnic dinners, cool
off in heat, wonderful free summer concerts."
Ida Axelrod, Bayside
"It has everything a park should have. Biggest
& best in the area."
Frederick Kress, Rosedale
"The best place for picnics, plays or concerts
under the stars in Queens. Both the Big Apple
Circus and The New York Philharmonic perform here
every summer, what more can you ask for?"
Christina Mastrolembo, Bellerose
"Fresh air, clean,communal."
Marilyn Garelick, Flushing
Happy Trails - Lynne's Riding School in
Forest Hills
88-03 70th Rd.
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 261-7679
"An oasis doesn't always have palm trees. Sometimes
it has hay, neighs and bays. At Lynne's, on any
given day, you may find people learning to ride
in the ring, experienced riders trotting to Forest
Park, or kids on their very first pony ride. Come
at lunchtime and you'll be greeted by the sounds
of happy chewing. You might even catch a horse
being groomed or taking a cooling shower. This
little piece of horse heaven, just off Metropolitan,
doesn't require a big trek. If you're looking
for paradise, all you need to do is saddle up."
Flushing YMCA
138-46 Northern Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11367
(718) 961-6880
www.ymcanyc.org
"Groups of all ethnic and cultural backgrounds
of all kinds of people, these from all parts of
the world have a comfortable place to live."
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St. Francis Prep is one of the best schools in Queens.
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St.
Francis Preparatory High School
61-00 Francis Lewis Blvd.
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
(718) 423-8810
www.sfponline.org
"Everyone does their best to succeed. It's just
expected-to do your best & excel at everything."
Frederick Kress
