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BEST ALL YOU CAN EAT
MIZUMI
231-10 Northern Blvd, Little Neck
(718) 229-8686 – www.mizumibuffet.com
This Little Neck buffet is anything but
little. Open daily for lunch and dinner, this
contemporary Asian-style buffet is equipped
with a generous selection of traditional and
modern Japanese cuisine, as well as selected
Asian-inspired fare from around the world
– all for a deliciously affordable set price.
Renowned for its fresh, succulent sushi and its
mouth-watering seafood specialties, Mizumi is
truly a hidden gem of Queens. Maybe it’s the
price, or maybe it’s the menu, but either way
you flip it, this all-you-can-eat restaurant is a
no-brainer for best in the borough.
BEST AMERICAN/
CONTINENTAL
RESTAURANT
PRESS 195
40-11 Bell Blvd., Bayside
(718) 281-1950 – www.press195.com
Experience comfort food with the freshest
ingredients and home-cooked goodness
at Press 195. Serving on Bell Boulevard
in Bayside, Press 195 takes your favorite
sandwiches and brings them to the next
level. Press 195 offers a comfortable, relaxed,
friendly environment that will make you feel
right at home. Plus, they have a number of
craft beers in store that pair perfectly with
their delicious creations. If you don’t feel like
staying out, Press 195 delivers locally or you
can stop by and pick up food to go.
BEST APPETIZER
JÄGERHAUS
15-16 149th street, Whitestone
718-767-3486 – jagerhausnyc.com
The pub is a collaborative effort that brings
a contemporary twist to traditional German
& Austrian cuisine. Featuring only the best
drafts and cuisine, Jägerhaus Gastropub &
Biergarten is a destination unlike any other.
Whether you choose to enjoy the complex
flavors of a cold hefe-weizen in our traditional
Bavarian biergarten, or the warmth of a
smoked paprika goulash in our dining room,
we urge you to let us transport you to the Alps
of Europe!
BEST ASIAN CUISINE/
ASIAN FUSION
RESTAURANT
JADE EATERY & LOUNGE
1 Station Sq., Forest Hills
718-793-2203 –
www.jadeeateryandlounge.com
Jade Eatery and Lounge’s motto is “indulge
your senses” – and their hidden gem of a
restaurant does just that. They have combined
music, aroma and aesthetics to create the
ultimate dining experience. Jade Eatery
features Pan-Asian and southeast Asian dishes
including signature meals like sushi pizza
and Calcutta chicken. The atmosphere of the
space is zen and calming; it even features a koi
pond. Their lounge space is enclosed with silk
curtains and includes a copper bar and cabana
beds. This area is perfect for private events like
weddings receptions and corporate dinners.
The restaurant also houses Jades’ Art Gallery
and World Shop, which combines art and
culture with a distinct culinary experience and
showcases local artists.
BEST ATMOSPHERE
VETRO BY RUSSO’S ON THE BAY
164-49 Crossbay Blvd. Howard Beach
(718) 843 8387 – www.vetronyc.com
From the moment you walk through the
doors at Vetro Restaurant & Lounge, you will
experience service like never before as you
savor mouthwatering sensations prepared
with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Our chef
personally creates the creative and classic
Italian cuisine, combining traditional offerings
with exciting international inspirations.
Vetro is guaranteed to change the landscape
of fine dining from our exquisite cuisine
and expansive wine cellar to private rooftop
cocktail lounge – all with the exemplary
service of any Russo’s brand.
BEST BARBECUE
SLIDE BAR-B-Q
52-75 65th Pl, Maspeth
718-565-0565 – slidebarbqmaspeth.com
Slide Bar-B-Q in Maspeth prides themselves
in making “the best barbeque you ever put in
your mouth. Their menu is full of delicious,
filling meals like crowd favorite smo-fry wings,
baby back ribs, brisket, southern fried chicken
and the American burger. Their restaurant is
a great place to eat with a great atmosphere,
and they also offer delivery seven days a
week. Customers love how everything at Slide
Bar-B-Q tastes like homemade Southern
food. Their staff is friendly and their owners
are often present at the restaurant talking to
regulars. In addition to barbeque, they also
offer a wide variety of drinks and a full bar.
BEST BREAKFAST
JACKSON HOLE DINER
35-01 Bell Blvd., Bayside
718-281-0330 – jacksonholeburgers.com
Looking for the best breakfast in Queens?
Head over to Jackson Hole Diner in Bayside.
It’s part of a family-owned and operated group
of restaurants that began in 1972. They serve
a wide variety of delicious breakfast dishes
all day long as well as Tex-Mex dishes and
entree style salads. Jackson Hole is known
for their seven ounce burgers. They have 50
specialty style burgers and chicken sandwiches
to choose from as well as vegetarian options.
There is something for everyone at Jackson
Hole. Their five locations are in Bayside
and Jackson Heights in Queens, Murray
Hill and the Upper East Side in Manhattan
and Englewood, New Jersey. They also offer
catering for parties and events of all sizes.
BEST BRUNCH
LOCAL POUR HOUSE
213-11 41st Ave., Bayside
718-224-7687
Local Pour House is a Bayside favorite.
They have delicious brunch options that are
available all day long. With 30 beers on tap
and their chef’s own take on classic bar food,
there is something there for everyone. They
have more than 20 TVs to watch sports and
events with music and drink specials. What
Local Pour House is really known for is their
customer service. Their bartenders go above
and beyond to make sure everyone feels
welcome from the moment they walk in the
door until they leave. Their friendly owners
are often at the establishment, and the staff
is ready and willing to accomodate their
customers so everyone has a great experience.
BEST CAJUN
RESTAURANT
BOURBON STREET
40-12 Bell Blvd, Bayside
(718) 224-2200 – www.bourbonstreetny.com
This New Orleans themed bar really knows its
stuff. Not only does it do its drinks well, but
the French Quarter-inspired watering hole and
eatery on Bell Boulevard also wears the crown
for best Cajun restaurant in the borough. Open
for lunch and dinner, Bourbon Street boasts
an impressive menu, chock full of favorites like
the Bourbon Street Wings (available in either
buffalo, BBQ, teriyaki, ginger soy or triple
garlic) and the Blackened Bleu Cheese Bacon
Stuffed Burger (nine ounces of blackened
angus burger, cooked to order, stuffed with
bleu cheese and bacon and topped with crispy
fried onions). With a menu that mouthwatering,
it’s no surprise Bourbon Street is
number one.
BEST CATERING HALL
CONNOLLY’S CORNER
71-15 Grand Ave., Maspeth
718-565-7383 – connollyscorner.com
Connolly’s Corner is the perfect party space
for groups from 10 to 100 people. They have
a spacious catering hall that works great for
baby and bridal showers, birthday parties,
corporate meetings, holiday events and
more. Connolly’s Corner is also a full service
restaurant and bar. They are known for their
delicious food and great customer service.
Customers love the friendly staff and the entire
atmosphere of the restaurant. Connolly’s has
food specials every day and is open late seven
days a week. Whether you want to watch
football on a Sunday or host a party for all of
your friends, Connolly’s Corner is a great place
for the whole neighborhood.
BEST CHAIN
RESTAURANT
BAREBURGER
48-19 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City
718-937-2273 – www.bareburger.com
Bareburger is committed to making local,
organic, sustainable food that everyone
can enjoy. More than a third of their menu
is vegetarian and plant-based, and they
also have gluten free options. Bareburger
is known for their wide variety of meats
including beef, bison, turkey, chicken and the
occasional exotic meat like ostrich or boar.
They also have beyond burgers and impossible
burgers that look and taste like beef but are
completely plant based. Bareburger has a
variety of delicious sauces, natural sodas,
vegan milkshakes and more. They have more
than 20 locations in the New York area alone.
Whether you love meat or are vegan, come in
to Bareburger for a delicious meal that is good
for you and for the earth.
RESTAURANTS
/www.vetronyc.com
/www.press195.com
/www.jadeeateryandlounge.com
/www.mizumibuffet.com
/www.bourbonstreetny.com
/www.bareburger.com