Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Long Island City, Queens

Keri H. • March 5, 2019Everything I have had has been good, but the Margarita is insanely delicious. Sicilian slices are unique and varied.

Graham G. • August 28, 2018Diavola, salsiccia e friarielli. Get a special with burrata (like hot and cold) if they have it.

Shrutika S. • July 17, 2015Real Fresh Sushi and such a great LIC lunch deal! $10 for salad, miso soup and 2 rolls of Hugh Quality Sushi!

Valerie S. • August 11, 2017Such a hidden gem! Get here early to snag a picnic table for a few drinks with a fantastic view

Tracy O. • June 2, 2017Guava mojitos, signature burger and hot dog, Cuban sandwich, Buffalo wings and really everything on the menu

Jake • July 1, 2016Great cocktails. They are very amenable to you going off menu. Just describe some ideas and voilà! Meat pies are delicious but definitely 1.5 per person if you want a meal.

IrmaZandl Z. • November 23, 2014Delicious brunch. cucumber margaritas and michaladas are fantastic. The guacomole is a must and their dipping sauces are great - I had a whole jar of the green sauce with my huevos chorizo. YUMS!!

Hank • April 2, 2023The Salteñas are as good as they say! Crispy slightly sweet dough on the outside, savory goodness inside, with soup!

Dino H. • October 17, 2015Delicious $1.50 iced coffee. Get it to stay with the Nutella Tart on the side.

Bonnie S. • November 10, 2018This place just opened a few weeks ago and SO glad we tried it. Best sushi I’ve had in awhile and the employees were super friendly! Great new addition to the neighborhood

Jess S. • September 29, 2018Tandoori Poussin is to die for! Tandoori Gobi and Dahi Puri are pretty great too. Definitely coming back.

Elisa • June 1, 2023Get the Crispy chicken bian dang so that you can get a mix of their popcorn chicken and Lu rou fan all in one meal! My go-to lunch.

Gajtana S. • June 21, 2016Excellent coffee in spacious cafe with great service and big windows. Try their happy hour specials. All season beautiful.

Kino • July 17, 2017The Potato Salad here is great as it contains Kewpie mayo and sliced cucumbers topped with a soft boiled egg. The Ban Ban Chicken ramen is light and tasty. The Morgenstern ice cream is also good.

Samantha • April 26, 2012The sweet corn empanadas are fantastic!

Billy K. • April 25, 2015My favorite is the Blueberry Cake doughnut. Goes best with some cold brew coffee and coconut milk.

Beth K. • February 19, 2019Delicious, warm, slightly crispy on the outside and perfectly gooey in the inside. I got the butterscotch toffee and funfetti cookies- can’t even imagine how good the chocolate ones are...

Paul M. • June 27, 2021Cornbread and burnt ends are the winning combo

Rachel S. • February 5, 2017Chai is great and interiors are gorgeous especially high ceilings!

Ophelia T. • August 11, 2013Pretty good French onion soup :) one of the better ones I've had in NYC. Portions are in French portion for appetizers (teeny) but well worth it. Decent prices. Cash only! Remember to bring tips :)

Zayed K. • January 12, 2016Had my doubts about the southern fried chicken cemitas, but they proved me wildly wrong. The chicken is spicy, crispy, and juicy, and works in beautiful harmony with the traditional cemita fillings.

Ryan E. • September 7, 2021Really great pasta, excellent service. A really nice spot.

Justine S. • August 19, 2013ask for recommendations if you don't know what to get. the staff is cery friendly & glad to help. personal favorite: pinaksiw na lechon!

Julia D. • September 18, 2016Awesome falafel -- and super friendly staff.

Kino • September 16, 2017Huge portions! The Friday night large Tripe Stew w/ side rice & salad $9 was tasty. The half size Picada (pork cracklins, chicken cutlet, thin steak, sausage, & blood sausage) $19 can feed 5-6 people.

Alex P. • July 4, 2019A+. Best ingredients. Simple preparation. Best dishes=softshell crab, octopus, jumbo shrimp, octo-salad, crab salad. skipable=Tiger prawn, sardines. Order 2x Greek salad. BYO avocado/hot sauce/booze

Dana O. • July 18, 2012All of their beers are amazing and the rose margarita is a must-try.

Robbie H. • November 13, 2011The pour over is worth the trip alone also keep an eye out for hidden gluten free treats

Jennifer E. • November 21, 2012Tiramisu - divine. All the homemade desserts are. A+

NYC Brunch Babes • March 1, 2014Excellent food! The salmon on cilantro mash potatoes with asparagus is to die for! Astonishing views and great ambiance. #brunchbabeapproved