dining out The 1 ½ pound lobster with broccoli and snow peas arrived with oysters, shrimp and clams – delicious! BY SHEILA DIAMOND A few blocks east of the Cross Island Parkway, Mateus offers a taste of Portugal. Entry is through the bar, which I noticed was well stocked with more than 100 different bottles of wine from all over the world but most from Portugal. Hosted by Ilidio Chaves, the dining room is modest in size with a party room further in the rear. Tastefully decorated, the ambient sound level allows easy conversation across the table -- a wonderful change from so many so called “in” dining spots where you have to either yell across the table or keep silent because no one can hear you. Attentive service starts right away. The wait staff is pleasant and knowledgeable, answering cuisine questions with an ease that makes selecting your meal a delight. Beverage service is moderately priced with a bottle of Portuguese Dao wine available for $15 and mixed drinks at equally affordable prices. Appetizers such as Mussels with green sauce and parsley were delicious, and broiled calamari was just so light and tender I will not go back to fried again. Salad is more than ample for the table and very fresh. Two of us Mateus Restaurant & Bar ordered the 1 ½ pound lobster with broccoli and snow peas and they arrived with oysters, shrimp and clams on the plate so beautifully presented that we had to take a picture of it. Another order was for Picanah steak, which came in two large pieces that were cooked to perfection and served with beans and rice. We had to put part of it aside because we couldn’t eat it all. A constant favorite of mine is the grilled pork chop, which arrived with a light glaze, tender and juicy. Almond cake with caramel sauce dessert recommended by the staff was joined by red velvet cake, both of which really topped off the evening. All this for less than $90 per couple including tip. In our opinion, Mateus is a great value. Try it, you’ll love it. View Over 200 Reviews at queenscourier.com 32 North Shore Towers Courier n December 2013 A taste of PORTUGAL 222-05 Jamaica Avenue Queens Village 718-464-4522 Open Monday through Saturday 1 1 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday until 8 p.m. #1IN SALES & LISTINGS AT NORTH SHORE TOWERS THE SOURCE FOR THE LARGEST SELECTION OF LISTINGS AT NST! Annette Kroll 718.631.8867 516.487.6300 ON-SITE RESIDENT www.AnnetteKroll.com ST NN ORTH SHORE TOWER SUPERMARKET YOUNG 1 CORP. KOSHER • GROCERY • DAIRY • FROZEN 272-74 Grand Central Pkwy. Floral Park, NY 11005 Tel: 718-428-7998 Fax: 718-428-7949 “A Touch of Spain in Bayside” OF GREAT NECK REALTY MAGIC Entertainment by Harpist Victor Gonzalez Friday,Saturday & Sunday Playing Music of all Styles www.queenscourier.com 220-33 Northern Blvd., Bayside (3 blocks west of Cross Island Pkwy.) FREE PARKING PRIVATE FACILITIES For Business Meetings & Personal RESTAURANT Functions To 250 Persons Superb Spanish and Continental Cuisine Your Host, Mr. Cid Formerly of the Spanish Pavillion Open For Lunch and Dinner All Major Credit Cards Accepted AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE PARTIES & CATERING OPEN 7 DAYS For Reservations: CALL (718) 423-0100 FAX (718) 423-0102 3 Catering Rooms For All Occasions Experience the personal touch. Affairs custom tailored to your needs Buffet or sit down for any size party. Dining Room & Ballroom Special Bridal Packages Catering for All Occasions up to 300 people • Weddings • Showers • Graduations • Anniversaries • Sweet 16 Birthday Parties Treat Your Palate to a Dining Experience of the THE QUEENS ank You to all who oted us Best of the Boro. We appreciate your patronage & support.
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