SPOTLIGHT ON 2019 WINNERS
YOU VOTED, THEY WON
THE BORO’S BEST EATERIES
BEST GREEK
RESTAURANT
Kalamaki GR
A number of Queens residents will
go as far as to claim this Flushing
restaurant’s gyros are even better
than the real deal from Greece. Kalamaki
GR, at home on 172nd Street
since 2014, describes itself as a simple,
contemporary eatery serving up
traditional Greek specialties, many
with a twist. With everything made
fresh daily, this fan-favorite Greek
restaurant serves up everything
from skewers to beef and chicken
bifteki, kebabs and donner to hummus
and spanakopita, among other
Grecian delicacies (all of which you
can also get delivered or catered). Its
customer service is also top notch,
according to loyal patrons, making
it the clear cut winner for best Greek
restaurant in the borough. 29-06
172nd St, Flushing, 718-939-1616 –
kalamakigr.com
BEST CHEF
Chef Albert Teekasingh
Chef Albert has been serving up delicious
Caribbean food right here in
Queens since 2016. He is the chef and
owner of Tropical Revival Restaurant
and Catering. The restaurant features
the amazing taste of the Caribbean
as well as a rotating menu that showcases
the chef’s talent with various
types of cuisine. There is always
something new to try at Tropical Revival.
Chef Albert’s goal is to provide
the freshness, taste and sensational
experience of authentic Caribbean
cuisine at affordable prices, and he
has done just that. Customers love
Chef Albert’s tasty, unique dishes
and his welcoming personality. Come
in to Tropical Revival for delicious
food and great service from the best
chef in Queens. 12-40 Clintonville St,
Flushing, 347-502-1802
BEST SEAFOOD
RESTAURANT
London Lennie’s
Looking for fresh and unforgettable
seafood? Look
no further than London
Lennie’s. Owned and operated
by the Barnes family
since 1959, this seafood
wonderland in Rego Park
has evolved from a quintessential
fish-n-chips shop
to one of New York City’s
premier seafood restaurants.
Celebrating over
57 years of excellence,
London Lennie’s is perhaps most
famous for its fresh, local seafood,
selected daily at the world-famous
Fulton Fish Market. Dubbed the best
seafood restaurant in the borough,
London Lennie’s philosophy is simple:
it’s the best or nothing at all. 63-88
Woodhaven Blvd, Rego Park 718-894-
8084 – londonlennies.com
BEST FRENCH
RESTAURANT
Aperitif Bistro Bayside
A little taste of Europe in Bayside,
Aperitif Bistro Bayside is hands
down the best French restaurant in
the borough. Serving up brunch,
lunch and dinner with a hearty selection
of wines and spirits, Aperitif
truly stands out amongst many other
restaurants in the borough, and at a
price that won’t send you running for
the door. Its menu boasts an impressive
variety of traditional dishes with
a little international spin, such as the
well-loved sesame crusted tuna or
pistachio crusted rack of lamb. With
other menu items like a fan-favorite
French onion soup, mussels and
even classic salads, Aperitif truly
offers something for everyone. 213-
41 39th Ave, Bayside, 718-215-6470 –
aperitifbayside.com
BEST ASIAN FUSION
Jade Eatery & Lounge
Jade Eatery’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. 1
Station Sq., Forest Hills, 718-793-2203
– jadeeateryandlounge.com
BEST LATIN
RESTAURANT
Blend on the Water
Enjoy the best authentic Latin cuisine
in Queens inspired by all Latin countries
at Blend on the Water. They are
a Latin fusion restaurant that creates
their own original dishes inspired by
Latin America. Blend on the Water
has two premium locations in Long
Island City. Their newest location on
Center Boulevard is three times the
size of their original location and includes
outdoor patio seating, a private
dining room for events and windows
with a beautiful view of Manhattan
and the East River. Blend on the Water
is not only a delicious restaurant; they
also have a bar with premium liquors.
They are known for their friendly
and professional customer service.
4540 Center Blvd, Long Island City,
718-606-9851 – blendrestaurants.com
VOTING FOR 2020 IS NOW CLOSED
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Voting in the Bethpage Best of the Boro Contest ended on Sept. 2nd, with
a ��ecord number of 136,575 votes cast ��
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