Restaurants near Arverne

“Sometimes you’re just looking for a little beach time and some great BBQ – and Batesy's BBQ delivered on both! We were in town helping another G-FORCE location with an Amazon project, so naturally, we took a break to explore the local food scene. First Impressions: We kicked off with the Deviled Eggs – the jalapeño added a nice little kick while the bacon... well, it was bacon – crispy and delicious. Next up were the House Pickles – sweet, vinegary, and unexpectedly tasty. Who knew pickles could be this good? The Mains: Harry went with the Pulled Pork – packed with flavor, moist, and paired with an excellent sauce. The Potato Salad stood out with just the right-sized chunks, and the Cornbread? Perfectly crispy on the outside. Steve opted for the BBQ Chicken – tender and juicy, coated with that same outstanding house sauce. And the Kielbasa? This place might not be Polish, but they nailed it – full of flavor and definitely a surprise hit! The Potato Salad reminded us of Grandma’s homemade classic, and the Collards had a unique twist that, honestly, we didn’t hate. The rest of the table didn’t hold back either – from the Burger to the Mac and Cheese and, of course, more Pulled Pork, it was all a hit! No complaints across the board – Batesy's BBQ is definitely a must-stop if you’re in Rockaway Beach. #BBQLovers #PaintAndPlateCrew #GForceOnTheGo #FoodieFinds #WinWithVSB”

“Staff is so nice! Yummy local beer and A+ avocado toast :)”

“I'm visiting from Va. and I must say the food is good!!!!”

“The Best!”

“Love this location has carnitas! I have tried all the menu items and they’re all delicious but my favorite is the quesadilla super 😮‍💨
Great service, all the employees treat you warmly and with respect.
Súper Burrito die hard fan here!

Pretty sure most of the bad reviews are fake.”

“Good place to eat something quick and chat with friends. Good prices on sandwiches and healthy options. Close to the beach so when you return home you can eat there before taking the train

Parking: They have parking for customers”

“Coffee, power breakfast .. it’s very good”

“Love this place so much. We have gone here and ordered here from when I was a baby. They have DECADES of great service right here in Arverne. They have seen us grow up, get married, have children, go off to college, come back etc. and we have seen their children grow up, go off to school and come back as well. They are kind and consistent. Some times we do take out, sometimes delivery, but we always tip. The very best Chinese food.”

“5 Stars – Outstanding Customer Service!

I had a truly exceptional experience at the Starbucks on Beach Channel Drive, all thanks to a Supervisor named Antonio. My daughter and I came in shortly before closing, and I was having trouble with the app while trying to place an order. Instead of turning us away or brushing us off, Antonio went above and beyond—patiently trying multiple ways to help us troubleshoot the issue. When the app still wouldn’t cooperate, he generously offered us complimentary beverages so we wouldn’t leave empty-handed.

His kindness, professionalism, and genuine care for customer experience truly stood out. It’s rare to see that level of dedication these days, especially right before closing time. Antonio deserves recognition for embodying the spirit of excellent customer service. He made our evening, and I hope Starbucks knows what a gem they have in him!”

“Great food and very friendly staff!”

“Fantastic food, twist on classic Americana. Great drinks and service”

“Delicious and such incredibly warm service!! Our first time here and will be back. Big winners were the tortelloni — big luscious pillowy bites — and the gramigna, a total crowd pleaser. Also enjoyed every one of our cocktails. Thank you Gigante team!!”

“Sat at the bar with 2 other friends last week, service was attentive, food was delicious. We didn't love the honey creme dessert thing, the consistency was kinda weird but would def reco the pumpkin sour cocktail.”

“delicious aand nutritious! daaaamn dat lamb was the jaaam! will definitely be back! also highly recommend getting the salad with goat cheese as a starter. ps: looking forward to trying the chocolate&goat cheese dessert!”

“My friends and I had a lovely afternoon at The Rockaway Hotel Pool house. We were greeted by a warm and friendly hostess, Isabella, who made us feel so welcomed. Our beautiful table was in the perfect spot to take in all of what the Rockaway Hotel has to offer. The outside bar and Pool house are exquisite. The pool was bustling with excitement. Our waiter, Andrew, was polite and helpful . I highly recommend coming to The Rockaway Hotel because their staff is highly professional and attentive.”

“terrific service and food! the Sake Mojito was fantastic!”

“The absolute best burger I have ever eaten, hands down! Excellent service and ambiance. Highly recommend!”

“Ava was my bartender and absolutely made me feel so welcome and taken care of as a solo visitor. My first time and enjoyed the beer, atmosphere, and bar staff so much! Will absolutely be coming back!”

“We pulled up to Pizzeria Panina right at 7PM, and the vibe was exactly what you’d want on a laid-back summer night in Ridgewood. It was casual, cozy, and well-designed. It’s a small, intimate space, but it doesn’t feel cramped. You can tell they pay attention to the little details.

I didn’t order any drinks this time, but I loved that they didn’t charge extra for sparkling water! My homies did get a few drinks.

The service was incredible. Friendly, attentive, but never overbearing. Everyone was on point from the second we walked in.

The special ravioli they had tonight was absolutely incredible. Perfectly cooked, balanced flavors. Who knew corn and ravioli would work so well together. The pizza was great too—high-quality dough and toppings—but the pies run a bit small, just something to keep in mind if you’re rolling in hungry.

For dessert, we got the sticky toffee cake with gelato! Amazing. The olive oil on the ice cream was crazy good and the sea salt flakes on the cake was AMAZING! The watermelon sorbet was also AMAZING! It was refreshing, fresh, and the perfect way to close out the meal.

Overall, I’d give them a strong 4.5 out of 5. The pastas and desserts really shine. Pies are tasty, just on the smaller side. But between the service, flavor, and thoughtful touches, Panina’s 100% worth the trip.”

“Amazing flavor and service”

“Great place. Definitely must come back again.”

“Nice place to go. I was very pleased, good staff. Everything tastes well. Highly recommended if you’re nearby. Clean tables and awesome lights, my order have been done fast tho.”

“Rippers is located in a concession area in rockaway beach so it is a fun, Open atmosphere consist of picnic tables outside under a covered area. I find that the food is very good. Burgers chicken fries. I can just have fries .. I think that they are excellent. They used to sale a whole fish that was divine. There are drinks , wine beer. They often play music and have live entertainment.. they typically close in late summer for winter.”

“How spoiled am I to have this little shop of delights a few blocks from my front door? Onigiri, Masubi, and Katsu o my. I’d advise coming hungry or bringing a friend the portions are generous and amazingly paired with a genuinely warm and welcoming staff. Also amazing merch, really can’t say enough positive things about my local mini mart :)”

“Had a pasta and pizza and they were both amazing. We are from Australia and found it hard to find a good restaurant in the Marina bay sands area and this did not disappoint. 5 stars”

“please run to b 97 and experience this delectable food!!!”

“Somehow stumbled upon this hidden gem. It was such a joy to eat here! The seating and tables definitely vary, so it might be a little awkward to eat and drink depending on where you sit.”

“Super yummy lou rou fan that may be my favorite in the city.

Winter melon boba was also pretty solid and tapioca was really soft. Winson could absolutely never. Space is gorgeous and homely with open-concept lunch tables and large bar area.”

“everything was delicious, atmosphere was fantastic, service was great. Highly recommended!”