Gottscheer Hall is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

1. Gottscheer Hall

8.1
657 Fairview Ave (Linden Street), Ridgewood, NY
German Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Laser B.Laser Burners: A hidden gem!

Boris J.Boris Jones: Ribs for days! A truly hidden gem!

Stephanie B.Stephanie BFF: This is a great place for family parties and their concerts are great!!!

Ganesh Temple Canteen is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

2. Ganesh Temple Canteen

8.8
45-57 Bowne St, Flushing, NY
Indian Restaurant · Flushing · 44 tips and reviews

Mitra S.Mitra Salasel: Seriously the definition of "hidden gem." Try the Hyderabadi Dosa and get extra chutney to cool your tongue down from the wonderfully nuanced heat factor

Emily W.Emily Wilson: Super delicious dosas served in a canteen below a Hindu temple. A hidden gem. Definitely try the spicy paneer and get a mango lassi to go with it.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: The basement canteen at this temple makes New York's best dosas and some excellent homestyle south Indian food. All vegetarian, all very cheap.

AbuQir Seafood is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

3. AbuQir Seafood

9.2
24-19 Steinway St (btwn 25th Ave & Astoria Blvd), Queens, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Astoria · 7 tips and reviews

DavidDavid: As good as Taverna Kyklades but without all the distractions. A hidden gem in Astoria where it’s all about the fresh fish and delicious cooking. Order the shrimp, branzini (baked) & eggplant.

Kathy L.Kathy Liu: The tagine is AMAZING here and among my favorite things ever to eat in NYC. The seafood here is fresh and amazingly seasoned. 10/10 recommend going.

MayaMaya: The bronzini and grilled shrimp were amazing. Eggplant side was also excellent. Wish I had tried more.

Cannelle Patisserie is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

4. Cannelle Patisserie

8.6
75-59 31st Ave (76th St), East Elmhurst, NY
Bakery · 96 tips and reviews

Joseph T.Joseph Tam: An odd location for this place makes it a hidden gem... the "Creole" chocolate mousse cake was pretty phenomenal.

Jay S.Jay S: Hidden gem bakery tucked away in Jackson heights. Creole cake is delicious, and the almond croissants are a great quick bite

Philo4ThoughtPhilo4Thought: A *perfect* Galette des Rois (the French equivalent of Vasilopita). Merci beaucoup!

Cara Mia Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

5. Cara Mia Restaurant

8.7
22020 Hillside Ave (Braddock Ave), Jamaica, NY
Italian Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Catherine M.Catherine M: Hidden Gem!! Try the eggplant rollatini and the broiled flounder.

Alison N.Alison Niederberger: This place has been here since I was a child. It's a quaint, quiet little Italian restaurant, with all authentic food. Family owned, and you can feel the love because of it!

DerekDerek: Great family-owned italian restaurant that has been around for decades!

Lulu's Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

6. Lulu's Bakery

8.8
18526 Union Tpke (btw 186th & 187th St), Fresh Meadows, NY
Bakery · 20 tips and reviews

Christina R.Christina Rapesto: Their red velvet cupcake cake its so cute n awesome tasting... Def hidden gem

JoAnn R.JoAnn Rodriguez: Yummy apple turnovers and Almond Raisin brioche

Ritchie M.Ritchie Molesso: Very tasty Italian Pastries. The best tasting Cannoli's since Baldi's in Corona, Queens.

Valentino's Pizzeria & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

7. Valentino's Pizzeria & Restaurant

9.0
71-47 Kissena Blvd (153rd St.), Flushing, NY
Pizzeria · Pomonok · 26 tips and reviews

Scott P.Scott Pestronk: Best pizza, garlic knots and chicken rolls. I love pizza & Valentino is the best pizza in NYC. If you want the best pizza, come to this hidden gem. Pro tip: get the Sicilian with sesame seed crust.

Martin L.Martin L: This place is the bomb. They really know how to do it. Everything is fantastic even the wait staff. I found a new home.

Leaney S.Leaney Smith: Buffalo pizza is to die for

Katsuno is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

8. Katsuno

8.1
103-01 Metropolitan Ave (71st Road), Forest Hills, NY
Japanese Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

Anthony W.Anthony Windram: This place is a hidden treasure - excellent, fresh sushi. Just like being Kyoto.

Yuya K.Yuya Kusakabe: If you love Japanese food and if you are in NY this is your place. You don't have to make a reservation or be prepared to wait. If you have to wait, believe me, it's worth it. Every meals are awesome.

Aditi S.Aditi SVC: Go here immediately! PHENOMENAL food and warm service by a lovely family. Fine dining, Queens style. The grilled miso cod is especially amazing. The food is well worth the price.

Villa Brazil Café Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

9. Villa Brazil Café Grill

9.1
43-16 34th Ave, Astoria, NY
South American Restaurant · 41 tips and reviews

Chris G.Chris Gampat: A hidden gem for sure. Tip the guy in the back and get your rare meat.

funky f.funky flavor: Absolutely love coming here every time possible. Do not overlook the deserts, they are as amazing as the good. Perfect place if you don't like to wait for you food. Put in. Plate and go eat easy!

Dannis L.Dannis Le: Owner trained as a pastry chef so desserts are excellent! My favorites are the prune and condensed milk cake and the chocolate flan.

Astoria Seafood is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

10. Astoria Seafood

8.7
37-10 33rd St (at 37th Ave), Long Island City, NY
Seafood Restaurant · 76 tips and reviews

TomTom: Hidden gem. Choose fresh ingredients by the pound and the house cooks it for you. Very delicious and affordable. Often long lines in the weekend. It's also BYOB🍷

Nicole R.Nicole Ribaudo: The freshest, most delicious seafood you will ever have. And you get to pick it!

Michael Z.Michael Z.: Ordered 3 different kinds of oysters, fried sardines,grilled calamari,king Prawns,scallops,6 lobster tales.All the above in portios for 4-5 people.Plus 2 grilled groupers,salad and fries.Only $160.

Mapo BBQ is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

11. Mapo BBQ

8.6
14924 41st Ave (at 149th Pl), Flushing, NY
Korean Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Mari T.Mari Talai: Hidden gem in Flushing. Korean BBQ at its best. They use real charcoal so your meat is flavorful. Everything was delicious! Lots of side dishes!

jeffrey a.jeffrey arnold: Unmarinated galbi is the way to go. $15 corkage.

Martin M.Martin Mata: Charcoal grills take Korean BBQ to the next level.

Sunnyside Pizza is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

12. Sunnyside Pizza

8.6
4001A Queens Blvd (40th st and Queens Blvd), Sunnyside, NY
Pizzeria · 34 tips and reviews

Jess N.Jess Naldo: Hands down, the garlic bread pizza w/ sesame seed crust is in my Top 5 of NYC slices EVER, and I don't really even like crust. Super chill & nice dudes behind the counter. A hidden gem worth the trek!

Ryan W.Ryan Wieczkowski: Easily the best pizza in the neighborhood and probably top 5 in all of queens.

Jean 💜Jean 💜: After having their sesame seed-studded crust, you will wonder why all pizza crusts don't have that same delightful touch of roasted nuttiness.

Swing the Teapot is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

13. Swing the Teapot

8.1
6 Verbena Ave, Floral Park, NY
Breakfast Spot · 22 tips and reviews

Celenise M.Celenise Mahmood: Love this place, definitely a hidden gem. The almond chocolate chip pancakes and Irish nachos are delicious. The tea selection is amazing!

Erb E.Erb Erbule: Come here on a Friday evening for (live band entertainment* with good food (served quickly) and a great barman!

Patty K.Patty Kreiser: Try the beer called "Porkslap." Terrible name but tastes great!

Tuscan Hills is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

14. Tuscan Hills

8.0
115-20 Queens Blvd, Forest Hills, NY
Italian Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

AnthonyAnthony: Hidden gem. Food is fantastic for the price

Jacalyn L.Jacalyn Lee: My favorite Italian restaurant in Forest Hills. Cozy, nice service and they'll even try to make you a customized dish if you don't see what you want on the menu.

Heather E.Heather Emanuele: Everything I've tried here has been really delicious and the service is always excellent!

Chicken Lovers is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Dining in Queens.

15. Chicken Lovers

7.9
21509 Northern Blvd, Bayside, NY
BBQ Joint · 23 tips and reviews

Susanna A.Susanna An: Hidden gem -- huge portions of tasty food for good prices.

EricEric: Any choice is a good choice. Combos are always value so you can't go wrong!

KarenElianaKarenEliana: The food is amazing. I love their ribs, chicken, and the red potatoes. Just make sure you check your order before you leave because sometimes they forget your sides! Call in your order ahead of time