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QUEENS RESTAURANTS By Neighborhood
LITTLE PEPPER
Szechuan
$$
18-24 College Point Blvd
718.939.7788
Both Zagat-rated and Michelin-rated, some of their top dishes include their Dan Dan noodles and the Mapo Tofu. Known for their authentic Szechuan flavors and reasonable prices.
PARK SIDE RESTAURANT
Italian
$$$
107-01 Corona Ave
718.271.9871 | parksiderestaurantny.com
Well-known Italian spot in Corona that serves iconic Italian dishes.
RINCON CRIOLLO
Cuban
$$
40-09 Junction Blvd
718.639.8158 | rincon-criollo.com
A popular Cuban establishment in NYC.
Try their ropa vieja, which is stewed to be ridiculously tender, and the juicy-yet-crispy chicharon. Extensive menu.
Corona & Citifield
LEO'S LATTICINI MAMA'S
Italian, Sammies
$$
46-02 104th St
718.898.6069
EIM KHAO MUN KAI
Thai
$
8132 Broadway
718.424.7156
Serving Thai poached chicken and sides in a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere.
HIMALAYAN YAK
Nepalese/Tibetan
$$
72-20 Roosevelt Ave
718.779.1119 | himalayanyak.net
One of the first of its kind in the city, it specializes in authentic Himalayan-fusion cuisine. The Daal Bhat Tarkari are particular hits with the locals.
JOJU
Vietnamese, Sandwiches
$
83-25 Broadway
347.808.0887 | jojuny.com
Modern counter-serve Vietnamese sandwich specialist also selling bubble tea and milkshakes.
KHAO NOM
Thai
$$
42-06 77th St
929.208.0108
Voted most authentic Thai in Queens by Eater.
KITCHEN 79
Thai
$$
37-70 79th St
718.803.6227 | kitchen79nyc.com
A massive menu with dishes from both northern and southern Thailand, including noodles and curries.
LA FUSTA
Argentine
$$
80-32 Baxter Ave
718.429.8222 | lafustarestaurant.com
Family-owned and run for three generations, it is the oldest Argentine restaurant in NYC.
LAHI
Filipino
$$
51-24 Van Loon St
929.296.0277 | lahinewyork.com
Serving classic Filipino staples. Breakfast, sizzling plates, meat skewers, soups, stews, and desserts.
LAMOON
Thai
$$
8140 Broadway
917.745.1168 | lamoonthainy.com
Offers the new experience of Thai dish yet retains authenticity. Signature dishes are Sai Aua, Khao Soi and Kanom Jeen Nam Ngeaw.
PINSHANG HOT POT
Hot Pot
$$
20-07 127th St 2FL
718.799.3333
A hot-pot buffet located on the 2nd floor of Hotel Dupoint in College Point that has a wide variety of broth options and sauce options.
Corona
CIENEGA LAS TLAYUDAS
Mexican
$
104-32 Corona Ave
718.255.1643 cienegalastlayudasdeoaxaca.com
Known for its Oaxacan tlayudas made with fresh regional ingredients.
EMPANADAS CAFE
Latin American
$
56-27 Van Doren St
718.592.7288 | empanadascafe.com
Small, buzzy Latin American café, boasting empanadas with a unique array of savory and sweet fillings.
IL TRIANGOLO
Italian
$$
96-01 Corona Ave
718.271.1250 | iltriangolonyc.com
Intimate Italian eatery offering oven-baked piz- zas and housemade pasta in a historic building.
LINDA AZOGUENITA BAKERY & RESTAURANT Colombian
$
51-01 108th St
Well-known Italian deli serving up heros and high-quality mozzarella since 1920 in Corona and the Promenade Food Court at Citi Field.
Douglaston
IL TOSCANO RISTORANTE
Italian
$$$
42-05 235th St
718.631.0300 | iltoscanony.com
Upscale destination serving Northern Italian cuisine and fine wines in an elegant, old-world setting.
MIZUMI
Japanese
$$
231-10 Northern Blvd
718.229.8686 | mizumibuffet.com
Contemporary Asian buffet with a generous selection for a set price, including sushi.
East Elmhurst
PLAKA
Greek
$$
75 61 31st Ave
718.505.0515 | plakagrillnyc.com/8256
This simple locale features Mediterranean dishes such as moussaka, souvlaki & grilled squid.
718.592.0100 lindaazoguenitabakeryrestaurant.com Authentic Columbian breakfast, lunch and dinner surrounded by vintage antiques.
Leo's Latticini Mama's
Elmhurst
AYADA
Thai
$$
7708 Woodside Ave
718.424.0844 | ayadathai.com
Thai restaurant doling out authentic spicy curries, noodles and other traditional eats.
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