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BEST SALAD
BENATERI’S ITALIAN GOURMET
DELI & CATERING
129-21 14th Ave, College Point
(718) 445-9240–www.benateriscaters.com
When you walk into Benateri’s Italian
Gourmet Deli & Catering, you’re faced with
a variety of traditional Italian dishes, high
quality delicatessen cuisine and mouthwatering
salads. Serving the College Point
community since 2002, Benateri’s pride
themselves in offering the best quality and
service and their staff is the best you’ll find on
this side of Queens. Benateri’s is the typical
New York City success story of a kid who had
a dream and made it come true. Ben started
working at a deli in Astoria at the age of 12
and the rest is history. They understand
their customers and love to put a smile on
their faces (and their tummy’s) with their
dishes. In it you’ll find nothing but a delicious
experience.
BEST SMOOTHIE
SMOOTH POPS–MULTIPLE
LOCATIONS
www.smoothpops.com
Want a flavorful, frozen treat but not the
guilt that comes with it? Smooth Pops are
made with 100% fresh whole fruit and
organic ingredients blended like a smoothie
using original and family recipes for the
boldest flavors. Some of the blends include
mango, blue-raspberry, pineapple-peach
and strawberry-watermelon. They are locally
made in New York City in hand-crafted small
batches for the best quality pops and they even
buy seasonal produce from local farmers when
possible. Smooth Pops are currently available
at your local Queens market. You won’t regret
buying one today!
BEST SOUP
PICCOLO SOGNO
195-14 47th Ave, Flushing
(718) 224-1717–www.piccolosognony.com
Piccolo Sogno in Flushing has been serving
customers in many ways including dining
in and enjoying their superb food, great
service and reasonable prices since 2009.
Moreover, customers can take out of have
food delivered to their job or home. In a
city where people can taste every type of
cuisine from Chinese to Mexican and Thai
food, Piccolo Sogno offers the best Italian
food in New York. Start off your meal with
one of their delicious soups of the day. In
the Italian tradition of hospitality of Piccolo
Sogno, their warm and friendly staff will
greet all of their guests like family and
guarantee them a memorable and delicious
dining experience.
BEST SPECIALTY PIZZA
FORNO PIZZERIA E TRATTORIA
52-27 69th St, Maspeth
(718) 424-1200–www.pizzeriaforno.com
Looking for unique toppings on your pizza?
Look no further than Forno Pizzeria E
Trattoria. Since the day it opened, Forno
Pizzeria has promised to deliver a unique
culinary experience and their specialty pizzas
do not disappoint. With over 15 choices, Forno
has an option for everyone. You can choose
from 10 types of cheese, sauces ranging from
classic tomato to white truffle oil and toppings
like capers and thin sliced salami. Forno
offers classic Italian cuisine with a twist of
innovation and ingenuity. Forno even goes
so far as to make their mozzarella fresh every
single day. Forno’s pizzas will blow you away
with their flavor, so be sure to check them out!
BEST SUSHI (TIE)
SUSHI VILLAGE
32-50 Francis Lewis Blvd, Flushing
(718) 886-4733–www.sushivillageflushing.com
Welcome to Sushi Village restaurant located in
Bayside. Their restaurant menu offers a wide
array of fine Japanese dishes. Come in for a
Japanese lunch special or during evenings for
a delicious Asian fusion dinner. You can also
order your favorite food online for take out or
catering. Try Sushi Village today.
BEST SUSHI (TIE)
WATAWA SUSHI
33-10 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria
(718) 545-9596–www.watawasushi.com
Looking for an ideal date spot or to celebrate
an event with a group of friends? Watawa
sushi in Astoria offers all that and more.
Open for lunch and dinner, Watawa offers
carefully-crafted cocktails in addition to
staples including the spicy tuna roll, spicy crab
and a variety of special rolls that will satisfy
your stomach. The low-lighting ambiance at
the eatery will make you feel as if you and the
company you’re with are the only people in
the world.
BEST TACO
CINCO DE MAYO
42-29 Bell Blvd, Bayside
(718) 224-0330–www.cincodemayobayside.
com
Dine in or order online with no delivery fee at
Bayside’s Cinco de Mayo! This local restaurant
has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine
for almost 15 years in Queens. From “Paella
Valenciana” and “Bistec a la Tampiqueña”
to taco salad and burritos, the menu is
packed with a wide array of choices. The
restaurant also has lunch specials and offers
a party menu! While you eat, you’re sure to
be captivated by the festive ambiance which
elevates the dining experience. When you’re
deciding where to go for Mexican cuisine, look
to Cinco de Mayo for excellent service and
exceptional food!
BEST WINGS
FOREST HILLS STATION HOUSE
106-11 71st Ave, Forest Hills
(718) 544-5000–www.fhstationhouse.com
Whether you want savory or spicy or both,
Forest Hills Station House has the best
chicken wings in the borough. The gastropub
boasts not only a deep selection of craft
beers, whiskeys and American fare, but also
jumbo-sized, farm styled wings that can be
dressed with pickled pepper, barbecue, and
house made mild or hot sauces. The modern
and industrial interior is warmly lit to help
you make the best of your experience. Their
friendly and accommodating staff is always
ready to help. Be sure to check out Forest Hills
Station House!
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