“This was my first time in this eatery and i did not know what to expect. I also never had a burek before so i was excited to try it at this establishment. Upon entry the ambiance is a nice laid back chill cafe with plenty of seating and nice lighting. The service was at the front where you place your order. Since it was my first time, the staff helped navigate me into the traditional meat burek and a nice peach juice drink made from an albanian company.it was delicious and very affordable. I bought a slice and it was enough to feed two people! I will come back here again absolutely and try the other items in the menu! Thanks for the nice food and friendly service A+“
“Best Albanian Restaurant in NY! Every time my husband and i visit NY from FL we not only make it a priority to enjoy lunch there but we call a few days in advance and order Sausage to take back home with us! The staff is very friendly and accommodating. Always a great experience! Just make sure you have cash on you! Arthur Ave only likes cash, cash is king????????“
“wanted to check out a speakeasy while in town and came across the newsroom on tiktok, due to their “stuff your own empanada experience”. nestled in a quiet area of queens, with easy access.lovely speakeasy ambiance with an aerialist performer & live vocal performances. the music they play is all jazzy covers of hit songs, so it fits the vibe so well.the empanadas and the filet mignon taquitos, were so tasteful and delicious.they give you a very decent amount of time to be there, in order to make room for more people. our server Alberto couldn’t have been kinder and more accommodating to our preferences & needs while there.would recommend this to anyone looking for a laid back speakeasy outside of the hustle and bustle of the major city or times square.“
“This restaurant exudes a strong Eastern European style in its decor, cuisine, and service. It's perfect for those interested in Eastern European cuisine, especially Albanian dishes, and for those seeking a cultural journey. The restaurant is adorned with many antiques, making it quite intriguing to explore. Additionally, the waitstaff is highly efficient and welcoming, making guests feel right at home.“
“My friend and I enjoyed our steak and bœuf bourguignon with ample sauce, and Moussa easily allowed us to change the vegetables on the menu to some others that we preferred. As always, we enjoyed our fabulous French food. C'était un repas magnifique! Karina“
“One of my favorite restaurants in all of Astoria! My husband and I always bring friends and family here when they visit the neighborhood. The staff is always so incredibly nice and generous (Miljan is usually our server and is so attentive and hilarious). We always have a wonderful time here, whether it’s a quiet weekday lunch or a packed Saturday night.“
“A lovely Croatian restaurant!The Istrian gnocchi was incredibly indulgent. Soft and chewy gnocchi bathed in luxurious cheese.The burek was so light and crispy, baked to a perfect golden brown with creamy cheese filling.The cevapi was meaty and flavorful. I couldn't get enough of them!The Zito cake was surprisingly good. Not overly sweet, nutty, and creamy. Really enjoyed its sticky, soft, and silky mouthfeel!“
“Chito is our favorite & go-to spot in the city. My wife, friends, work associastes all love it.It’s always busy but has a table, the food is incredible, and so is the service.Best kept secret and may regret writing this review but Badri & team have created something special here.Must try to adjaruli khachapuri & khinkali!“
“If 10 stars were possible that’s what Reverence deserves. Reference surpassed all my culinary expectations! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and sophistication. The ambiance set the perfect tone for an unforgettable dining journey. Each dish was a masterpiece, bursting with flavor and artistry. The chef’s attention to detail and use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients truly shined through. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and added to the overall exceptional experience. I highly recommend Reference to anyone seeking a truly remarkable dining experience in the heart of the city.“
“Brazilian/Portuguese fine dining experience. I m glad I chose this place. It was magical. It was stunning. Amazing team work from top to bottom. It was open kitchen and that was something I really enjoyed. It was always interesting to witness everyone worked together as a team. Anyway I have to point it out that our server really listened. Navy terms, we call it "attention to details." Special occasion details were not provided when the reservation was made. Yet he figured out the special occasion and improvised accordingly. A surprising treat was served at the end of the dinner. It was like something you would see from a TV show. For the food, the tasting menu was a symphony. A roller coaster ? I would say. The transitions of the flavor from mild to strong and strong to mild were just beautiful. Bravo to the chef. Thoughtfulness was what it was. In my opinion, Some courses were Japanese culture influenced but reconstruted with Brazilian flavored and modern techniques. They were just amazing. Art within art. The collaboration with Toma-L, a renowned painter from France, was a brilliant ideal. It took the dining experience to a whole new level. It is subjective, but I think I had the best dining experience ever. I really enjoyed it.“
“5 Stars all around! The atmosphere was incredible, the food was delicious and the service even better. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and gave great recommendations, one of the greeters Inga was so kind and took some great photos for us on our way out.“
“I never had Albanian food before. My doorman is Albanian and told me about this place. This cozy restaurant didn’t disappoint me! I can’t tell it’s authentic or not since I’d never had, but everything we ordered was delicious especially Tave Elbasani, the lamb was so tender with flavorful yoghurt sauce. I must come back for other dishes to try soon!“
“Waffles all day, every day! The West Village’s best breakfast at any time—fabulous homemade waffles and the crispiest bacon ever with your choice of wines—served by friendly servers in covid-sensitive outdoor, light-filled cottage. Why we love Oscar’s Place—thanks Neal & staff!“
“The food is amazing go give it a try totally worth it. The vibe and feel is like no other, please don't write it off. 10/10 and you should be always getting the best service by the waiters, all of them work hard to make your experience much more greater.“
“My party of four, visiting from out of state, came and dined for a birthday. Hands down one of the best dining experiences I have ever had. The hostesses, our server Oliver, the sommelier, and other team members made this a truly unforgettable experience. We started with a oyster course, which the three others in my party enjoyed, a soup/salad course, in which I got Lobster Soup, and I cannot recommend more. For an entrée, I had the Backhandel which is a traditional dish with a crispy chicken, lemon, and white asparagus. We were fortunate to be in the peak season of white asparagus and I wish I could have it again. Finally they gave us a pancake like dessert, which we ordered. and a free Apple Strudel for the birthday. Both desserts blew my socks off. For the drinks I had a cocktail and we ordered a bottle of white wine. The Level 3 sommelier that had in house recommended the most wonderful bottle of wine that was under $100. He truly amazed me as he wanted to emphasize good wine doesnt have to be expensive and he was not wrong. I can see why they had a michelin star from 2006 to 2022. I strongly believe they should have never lost it. If you get the chance to dine at Wallse you will not be disappointed. Getting to try Austrian fine dining was so different than the italian fine dining you see all over the city. Definitely should be on your list.“
“Great food at a reasonable price, but the Belgian beer selection is second-to-none and the staff are super friendly couldn't have been more hospitable. I'd recommend going back over a few evenings to try their different beers, rather than trying to sample them all in one evening like I did though!“
“One of my favorite wine bars on the UWS! Very cute and cozy interior without feeling too cramped. Good and reasonably priced glasses, one of my personal favorites is the dry riesling. Service is always great and the food options are fun and delicious.“
“My wife and I have been to Koliba three times now, the past couple times with our 7-month old baby girl. The service and food is really great; they let you take your time and enjoy yourself and don’t rush you out the door. My wife is half Slovak and it has been great for us to explore this part of her heritage. We’ve generally gotten a similar thing every time: langos, potato spätzle with sheep cheese, pierogis, and pork and cabbage. The pork is incredibly tender. And the portions are a proper size. Next time, I’m dying to try their klobasa, which looks really good.Kid-friendliness: They were very accommodating of our baby and stroller!“
“I loved this spot. Having visited Serbia last year, I was missing the food from the region - and Kafana delivered. It’s a got a small cozy vibe and the server was great. We started with some complimentary bread with some traditional red pepper paste which was excellent. For food, we started with cevapi - every country in the Balkans has their variation on these - and they were excellent. The star of the night though was the schnitzel - which was rolled veal with ham and cheese inside and a thin layer of bread, almost like a savory strudel. Delicious! We’d started with beers prior so continued with a local one here but they have a lengthy menu of regional wines which I look forward to exploring on a future visit.“
“Came by here for a light dinner and drinks Friday night. This is right by Wallsé, which is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. The decor is really cute with din lighting and framed artwork all around. We ordered a few dishes to share and a cocktail each. I would say the dishes are maybe like 3/4 size of a normal entree so more of an appetizer or lounge. The food came by really quick.Some of my favorites:-krainerwurst: really meaty sausages with a great mustard to dip in, super great flavor-Apple strudel: the strudel was so crispy and flaky, there's a slight liquor undertone that balanced well with the sweetness of the apple-Pretzels: they have the best pretzels, it's so soft and the sauce it comes with is so good too!Had a lot of fun, would recommend this spot for a casual date night before dinner in downtown nyc.For a full video recap, check out my Insta: alice.likes.food“
“In my opinion a hidden gem in east village! The restaurant is very intimate and perfect for any occasion. Service is amazing and friendly! Highly highly recommend coming for Thursday dinner where they have a 3 course meal with unlimited wine for $60 per person! Super worth and we loved the wine choices. Reservations definitely recommended!“
“Entering Mishka transports you into another realm. The densely packed knickknacks, chandeliers, velvet upholstery, and plants instantly notify you that you have not entered a restaurant, as you supposed, but an antique shop; or possibly your grandmother's apartment.The service is phenomenal. The food, abysmal. To be fair I'm not really an eastern European food enjoyer, but some dishes were definitely not supposed to be cold.It's all made up for by the mesmerizing display. An endless stream of gold bars, stacks of cash, money spitting out of printers, diamonds cascading into a pile, and on, and on.Please visit this establishment. You will not be disappointed.“
“I was so impressed by Peacock Gourmet's delivery service and delicious food. The price is very reasonable and the meals we ordered were impressive. Very happy we tried them out. Was a nice and romantic treat having a small baby and not being able to leave in the evenings.“
“Food at this place is exeptionally good and reasonably priced. Portions are very generous. My son and I tried cevapi and burek and brought home some freshly made deserts; baklava, tulumbe and urmasik. Everything tasted just like back home in the Balkans.“
“A lovely restaurant with a romantic patio, an interesting & inventive menu & an extensive wine list. Our food was delicious; service was attentive & prices comparable to other restaurants in the area. We had the pre-fixe Theatre menu and were very pleased with our selections. I highly recommend this restaurant for pre-or after theater, dinner, bites or just drinks at the bar.“
“As the Gaby Brasserie Française was right next to our hotel, we decided to have breakfast there and didn't regret it for a second! The food was incredible and the service even more incredible which is why we decided to eat there for the rest of the days. Dhoz and Benny from the service put a smile on our faces every day. The breakfast and seeing them was our highlight of the day. Thank you so much for everything! such great food paired with this incredible service is very rare to find!“
Mediterranean • $$
“This is a hidden gem in the middle of Astoria. The restaurant is downstairs. I came here with a big group for a family style dinner. I highly recommend the gnocchi, the kielbasa style sausage and the broccoli rabe. The grilled whole Branzino was delicious. Oh and the blintzes with fruit jam was good too. It was very affordable and the service was great.“
“Burek was nice yogurt very goodSweets very goodIn pasul or beans plate it was barelyNo beans thereI dont want to be rudeBut 18 dollar plates with barely beans i think is overpricedShould add more beans in big pot when them boil themI suggest to make gullash to add on beans not the dry meatDry smoked beef in beans it dont work together with beans or pasulFresh meat Goullash adding to the beans plate would be amazing“
“This place offers very authentic Eastern European food. We tried several appetizers, Turkish coffee, and desserts. The flavors were truly authentic, and the prices were reasonable. If you're looking to experience Eastern European cuisine, this restaurant is a great choice. Additionally, there are some grocery stores nearby selling Eastern European cheeses, sausages, and snacks, allowing you to continue savoring the flavors of Eastern European cuisine and various ethnic dishes at home.“
“I have been coming here for nearly 50 years. Haven't been in awhile since they changed their hours. I use to come at 12 during the week. Always had soup and pierogis. The food is consistent, fresh and delicious. Coffee fabulous. Service can be slow if it's busy. I miss their food. Dear Owners, please consider restoring your hours.Vegetarian options: Some soups“
“very nice place. The service is very friendly and helpful. The food is tasty and nicely served. Polish cuisine, but cholesterol and fat are limited, so those who are low on calories will find something for themselves. I ordered pumpkin soup - great, and also salmon, which was also... good. I recommend. You can also have a drink, but I don't. I drink alcohol and I won't help you with the choice. Enjoy your meal.“
“For the prices the food could have been better. Other than that the show was great. It was worth the experience. Drinks were on point. Would love to go again for the drinks and show.Parking: Its NY. There was no parking.Kid-friendliness: Kids loved it.“
“Super! Super! Super! Starting with the interior - very pretty cozy, hommy. The owner come up to us , we had a pleasant talk, very Friendly staff. We had dinner and the owner give us dessert ? that we loved- free. Oh and drink also. Super. Love it. Will definitely come back to this “
“Improved from prepandemic visits. Quiet inside. Still good pastries though. A place to hang out late and chat. They also have an extensive menu of real food.Feb 2024: resuming slowly the prepandemic noise levels. Able to have a conversation, so not deafening, but not quiet either.“
“Family of 8 with two young age kids went for a bday lunch, I highly recommend it to all NY or non NY residents. Good food, excellent service, clean pleasant atmosphere. Service was excellent and food was delicious. Great servers, friendly, professional. Highly recommend for tourists too, it is a real gem ? reachable by subway or car.“
“Was party of 12 Amazing service . Food always great . I was surprised to try first time in my life homemade bread called Mtchadi wow amazing . Mushroom khinkali and walnuts salad are always great . Great hospitality from servers and owners.“
“Wow, first time dining and i must say my jaw is on the floor. I came here to celebrate my 4 yr anniversary with my boyfriend and the attention to detail here is over the top. The overall experience from the food, to the ambiance to the SERVICE (5 stars) i mean everything was just wonderful. Joseph, our amazing server, curated the most personalized, romantic & special anniversary for my boyfriend & i. Not only did he have AMAZING, recommendations for drinks, apps, entrees & desert, but he also took the time to get to know us and recommended dishes based on our taste. Im not a big seafood fan but Joseph recommended the butter poached lobster tail pasta... HOLY WOW!!!!! Just wow. I was a little on the fence but Joseph genuinely took the time to explain how the dish is made and explained all of the layers of flavors... ive never experienced anything like that before. Im so glad i ordered it. My boyfriend and i have been talking about how amazing our night was since the moment we left and all i can say it we will absolutely be back. I cannot wait to come back with my girls! The ambience is so romantic and fancy, and oh my god THE VIEW!! If you take away anything from this review, let it be this- make sure you request Joseph to be your server for any special occasion, i promise you he'll treat you like a life long friend & will make sure you leave with a full stomach & a smile on your face. Thank you Queensyard team for making my 4 year anniversary so special.“
“We booked the back room for a company dinner for about ~7 people and it was FANTASTIC. They were so easy to work with booking the space, the food was delicious, the service was great. It's an excellent, intimate space for small groups. Would highly, highly recommend!“
“This restaurant's food amazing, every bite is better than the last one. Staff is so personable and makes you feel like you're having dinner at a well welcome friends place. Definitely a spot that is not t well known, but should be, I will go here anyday anytime, it's heaven on a plate!“