Restaurants in Elmhurst
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Best Restaurants
“My daughter graduated college and this was her choice for a family dinner after such a long day! Such an amazing experience. From the second we arrived until we left service was excellent. Thai food was delicious and the cocktails were unique and highly recommended. We had a decent size party and they accommodated us comfortably and every one of us enjoyed our meals.”
“Delicious food, delicious Thai-Laos flavor. Recommend to come to this restaurant you won't be disappointed.🤟👍”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“😍 The food is fantastic , also the service i enjoyed the whole brunch with friends”
Restaurants with Delivery
“My daughter graduated college and this was her choice for a family dinner after such a long day! Such an amazing experience. From the second we arrived until we left service was excellent. Thai food was delicious and the cocktails were unique and highly recommended. We had a decent size party and they accommodated us comfortably and every one of us enjoyed our meals.”
“Came here with my wife and her cousin and husband for the first time. The food is delicious and the portions are good. They don't serve alcohol but it is BYOB there. We had the grilled pork chop, salmon appetizer and pork belly. We would definitely get everything again. When we were getting ready to leave we even ended up running into more of her family because they go there on the regular. Such a big world yet so small lol. See you guys next time. Thank you”
“Been coming here since highschool. Still better than most halal spots ive been to both in taste and price. And the best thung of all is the owner himself. always with a smile on his face, always polite when serving. So loved by the community that while you wait for your food at least 2 people will greet him and he'll greet back.”
“June 26, 2022. Walked to get our order of a Lamb wrap, chicken wrap and fries. First time there and a welcome place to the neighborhood. The staff are friendly, the place is new and clean and most important the food is very good. Will return many times. Check it out.”
“In my opinion, this is the best Indonesian Restaurant in the U.S. Most Indonesian restaurants in the U.S. taste are unauthentic, which leads to an unauthentic experience. This place definitely had its ingredients set for a memorable experience we will never forget. This place is definitely worth visiting over and over again as it has some of the best Indonesian food you can get in the U.S.”
“Been here numerous times for a beer or two after work. Chill place. Good music. Good beer selections. Attentive staff. Clean place. It's kind of my go to since it's my stop from the train. Give it a visit!”
“this was my first time eating at Nangma and I enjoyed my experience. The workers were very attentive and handled our food with care. The crispy mala fish was one of my favorite dish there. I would definitely be returning to this restaurant.”
“I like this place. Food was good not that amazing but they are actually good. The servers too slow for small place like that, I ordered Thai Ice Tea never come out but they put on the bill, i told them about it, they readjusted the bill.
Ordered two desserts. Black bean with sticky rice and i dont know whats they called it this tiny bites colorful shaped with mung bean inside. The black bean with sticky rice was so good. Might be too sweet for most people, I recommend to share, bcos it will be too much and too sweet for yourself. The tiny colorful bites with mung bean inside, eeuwwwww. BIG NO. It has this fragrance taste like toilet freshener. I cant.”
Online Reservation Available
“Delicious and affordable skewers. It takes a while for them to cook the skewers if you order in person but it is possible to contact them ahead of time for pickup. They have a few stools and a table set up if you want to sit and eat, however seating is very limited. Lamb is the best meat option for the skewers as it has the perfect amount of fatty bits that melt in your mouth. The meat is cooked to perfection and every bite is pleasant. Also, do not sleep on their vegetarian options either! I highly recommend the mushroom skewers. It is a line of emoki mushrooms with an addictive sweet and savory sauce. Best to get your order spicy! I find it to be not very spicy at all, just a light peppery tingle.”
“Will be back soon! Only had time to choose two items from the lunch menu to takeout. The pork chop and fish fillet were more than worth it. The lunch special came with rice either white or brown and a cup of soup. The food here is super homey. The service at the restaurant is great. The hostess was super friendly. The place was packed and I believe there is a second floor. Waited a hot minute for my food but there was room to sit while you do.”
“Selection was amazing! Waitresses are very attentive. They keep your water cup filled. I went on a Saturday evening so the price was $38.99. A little pricey for all you can eat sushi. I called first and was told that it was $28.99, which informed my decision to go. But when I got there the sign said $38.99! ,"Oh well, we already traveled here, I could've sworn she said $28.." "What's an extra 20 bucks" Overall the food was amazingly prepared.”
“If you guys are interested in a very great Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich for breakfast, NEJ Josefina’s is the best place to visit. $6.00 for a sandwich like this is not bad at all.
As a resident in the Elmhurst neighborhood, my family and I have been fighting a lot to find a great location for breakfast and lunch. Until my family members told us about this place telling me that their Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwiches are really good. In the block by where I live, there is a deli close to the Elmhurst Avenue Subway Station, and their sandwiches aren’t that great. According to a store employee, she told us that a breakfast sandwich like this costs you $8.00 each. And when she told us that, that’s when we said no. Not because we’re not interested, it’s because their sandwiches aren’t too great.
In my personal experience, I’ve tried their Carne Asada Quesadilla Combo. I have to say, they are so good. I like the fact that they not only make you a quesadilla, but they also include rice and beans and a canned soda priced at $12.79. A little bit expensive but it’s worth it. I still recommend this place. But the only thing that is not great is that the space is so small that you can’t even go through if you need to grab other things to buy while your food is being prepared.
I would definitely recommend coming to this place.”
“I’ve been to every Thai restaurant in Elmhurst, and this place takes the crown. My boyfriend and I come here every weekend because the food is incredibly authentic. Their Saturday $6 boat noodles are absolutely amazing, and the papaya salad actually tastes traditional (so hard to find around here!). The staff are also amazing people. Highly recommend!”
“This shop has gradually grown in size. The cakes here are really delicious. I have been here several times and bought more than 30 dollars of desserts every time. Now they also add milk tea, which is really delicious. There are also meals Yes, but I haven’t tried it. I will try it again when I have time.”
“excellent food. there is always a little wait but that speaks to the excellence of the cuisine and how good the place is. if you go for dimsum it’s really affordable. it you opt for some of the entrees the prices are good but we tend to favor their lobster sticky rice which is so big we can rarely finish the entirety of two lobsters and it’s so incredibly delicious.”
“One of the few sanctuaries of culture and non commercial world music. Viva Terraza!”
“...Spectacular! The atmosphere is super good, the DJ is incredible, and the music is excellent! The drinks are delicious... and the service is top-notch!. Thanks so much to Ricardo , such a nice server.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Long-time customer, but first time writing a review. This halal cart is my go-to for chicken over rice because of the customer service and the cost. It's much cheaper than other carts, and the guys here are always so friendly and remember my order. I always recommend this place to my friends.”
“The sandwiches are great and more than anything they have amazing customer support. I made a mistake when ordering one time online and ordered from this subway when I was over an hour away I came back in two days and they were able to provide me with the food I initially ordered that I never picked up, the food is always great. They work fast and I appreciate it.”
“Selection was amazing! Waitresses are very attentive. They keep your water cup filled. I went on a Saturday evening so the price was $38.99. A little pricey for all you can eat sushi. I called first and was told that it was $28.99, which informed my decision to go. But when I got there the sign said $38.99! ,"Oh well, we already traveled here, I could've sworn she said $28.." "What's an extra 20 bucks" Overall the food was amazingly prepared.”
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“Came for the breakfast burrito and now I want to come back and try everything else. I was craving a breakfast burrito and this was one of the few places that had them on the menu. Really good flavor and the chorizo was not super fatty. The chile de árbol sauce is chef’s kiss! It was also a nice touch to have some café de olla (coffee sweetened with raw sugar molasses and cinnamon), which brought back some good memories. Service was top notch. The decoration is fun too with some Lucha Libre artwork. The tamarind sweet at the end is fun. They have some traditional Guerrero food that would be worth coming back for.”
Takeout Restaurants
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ **John's Pizza in Elmhurst, Queens is the REAL DEAL.** If you want authentic New York pizza, stop what you're doing and go here. The crust is thin — and I mean *perfectly* thin, the way it's supposed to be. The sauce is delicious, the cheese is real, and every bite reminds you why NYC pizza is in a class of its own. But what truly blew me away was meeting **Susan**, the owner. Her parents opened this pizzeria back in the **1960s**, and she is still there, carrying on that legacy with so much pride and love. I watched her make my pizza right in front of me — this is a woman who genuinely cares about what she puts out. That kind of dedication is rare. We talked for a while about how much the neighborhood has changed over the years, and she still works hard to keep her prices as low as possible for the community. That says everything about who she is. Susan, you are a gem. Queens is lucky to have you. 🍕 I'm already planning my next visit — every time I'm in the area, I'm stopping by. Highest recommendation possible. Don't sleep on John's Pizza!”
“So in-love with their ube cake! Must if you really want to get a good ube cake! Location: It is located along Queens Boulevard. The store was typical bakery, few seatings inside. Good display of breads, cakes and items from the Philippines. Service: not much interaction cause I just bought cake and go. Food: UBE CAKE: omg it is so good! The cake itself is moist even few days after I purchase! The frosting is like cream type, its a bit a lot but it taste good because it taste ube as well. Unlike other ube cakes that the cream does not taste ube! I almost eat half of the cake because it is so good! Price rating: 7/10, $45 for a round cake. Thats the usual price now for more stores! Definitely will come back here I will try their other flavors! But get the ube cake!!”
“I like this place. Food was good not that amazing but they are actually good. The servers too slow for small place like that, I ordered Thai Ice Tea never come out but they put on the bill, i told them about it, they readjusted the bill.
Ordered two desserts. Black bean with sticky rice and i dont know whats they called it this tiny bites colorful shaped with mung bean inside. The black bean with sticky rice was so good. Might be too sweet for most people, I recommend to share, bcos it will be too much and too sweet for yourself. The tiny colorful bites with mung bean inside, eeuwwwww. BIG NO. It has this fragrance taste like toilet freshener. I cant.”
“Southeast Asian coffee tends to be overly sweet or intensely bitter, but the flavor here was perfectly balanced. The food was delicious, too—the curry, in particular, was amazing. However, I couldn't eat the roasted pork because it had a slightly off-putting, gamey taste; then again, I might just be sensitive to such things.”
“I noticed Smashburger recently went through a rebranding, so I decided to give it another shot. We had some not-so-great experiences at this location years ago, which kept us from coming back—but after seeing the updated menu featured by YouTuber King Schratz, we figured it was worth trying again. I’m glad we did, because it did not disappoint.
The food and service were both excellent and fast, and the restaurant itself was clean and welcoming. The staff was friendly across the board, and Ashley at the register really stood out—she gave great recommendations and helped us choose some items.
Our order included the BBQ Bacon Burger, Smash Fries, Smash Tots, a chili cheese big hot dog, and milkshakes. Everything came out quickly, and the team even brought the food to our table. The Smash Fries and Tots were delicious , with a flavorful garlic, herb, and olive oil seasoning. The burgers were large, juicy, and had that perfect crispy crust you want from a smash burger.
The milkshakes were also a highlight. Made with Häagen-Dazs ice cream, they were rich but still easy to drink. The only downside is that the caramel flavor has been discontinued. I really hope they bring it back because it was a favorite.
Overall, this visit completely changed my impression of this location. Definitely worth checking out.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious.. I’ve been there multiple times- I always order Regular Lollipops, Gravy Lollipops , Lemonade, Manchow Soup .
It’s all stunning. Wait time is on average -5-7mins for food to come out.
The only thing I don’t like is- It’s feel very hot there- they don’t turn on the ac until u ask them.”
“stumbled upon this spot randomly and was pleasantly surprised by the amazing decor and vintage thai memorabilia. It was so cute! Also no wait which was a plus. For apps we got crispy rice balls and pickled green mango with mai dong herbal drink. The crispy rice was fried to perfection and the pickled mango with spicy chili powder (not sure what it was, kind of tastes like tajin) was yummy and juicy (kind of tasted like pickled daikon radish)!
My partner got the khai soi with waygu and i got the tom yum noodle soup. Both were soooo delicious and perfect. I keep thinking about the delicious pork in the tom yum soup (both roasted and ground) It was a memorable meal in elmhurst. Only cons are it’s cash only and no dessert :(”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Came for the breakfast burrito and now I want to come back and try everything else. I was craving a breakfast burrito and this was one of the few places that had them on the menu. Really good flavor and the chorizo was not super fatty. The chile de árbol sauce is chef’s kiss! It was also a nice touch to have some café de olla (coffee sweetened with raw sugar molasses and cinnamon), which brought back some good memories. Service was top notch. The decoration is fun too with some Lucha Libre artwork. The tamarind sweet at the end is fun. They have some traditional Guerrero food that would be worth coming back for.”
“Great Shish kebabs for insanely good prices. Most $2, some 2.50-$3.00
Cash only, no cards but she does take Zelle.
Sweet couple, extremely nice.
You're going to want to eat a minimum of 4, but if your hungry easy to eat 8 🤣
Its an outside food cart with limited street seating, but these guys were open at 10pm when it was 27° the other night and they still had a line of people. Absolutely worth every cent.
The lamb was odee slamming, the beef was great. They're all good really, but my fave was the fish balls with the spicy seasoning. Give it a try!”
“Came with my boyfriend whos been here multiple times and said it was delicious, and he wasn’t wrong. We got chicken, squid, chinese sausage, ricecake, shrimp, and beef skewers that were ALL amazing. HIGHLY recommend the spicy powder on any skewer you order. I have low tolerance for spice, but it was just a small kick for a couple seconds. I will be coming here way more often, I found my favorite food spot for late night snacks.”
“First time trying Tibetan liang fen and Lhasa Liang Fen did not disappoint. The liang fen was refreshing, spicy, and packed with bold flavors. The momos were juicy and comforting, and every dish felt authentic and full of character. Generous portions and reasonable prices.”
“Great little bakery in Elmhurst. I do believe it a bit underrated. I actually prefer to come here than any other bakery around the neighborhood. Some of their bread are more unique than other places, and love the bread that is in packs, great for breakfast and the price is also fair. The egg they use for one of the egg ham bread is actual fried egg, unlike other bakeries they start to have eggs like the egg from mcd, some artificial look thing.”
“Love this place, they keeps the tables clean and even windows looks perfectly shine everyday. Walked pass here frequently and decided to try it for the welcoming atmosphere. Reasonable price, not too cheap but I think it’s worth the quality. Don’t trying American breakfast or American food here, you might not like it. But it’s Colombian food is perfect. Love the employees very friendly and take our request. Perfect perfectly. Will back again to try more food.”
“Everything was fresh and delicious. My wife found this place while we were in NYC visiting from Boston. Definitely recommend and we will come back.”
“I ordered takeout from Chao Thai and had to leave a review. The food was phenomenal—exactly the authentic Thai flavor I've been looking for. It honestly reminded me of the amazing food I usually have in Thailand.
Don't think twice about trying this place. If you love authentic Thai food, run, don't walk!”
Cheap Eats
“I didn’t know which one tasted better, so I tried them all. I found 3 things I liked... I asked them their names, but it turned out that the person working on them didn't speak much English. She answered me in Spanish...I don't understand Spanish, so I ignored the name?One is filled with egg, and the more you chew it, the more delicious it gets...The other one has the same texture as mochi. It's a potato on the outside and meaty on the inside.”
“Came in early a.m., walked in to a bright and energetic atmosphere. Greeted by the cashier I gave my order. 1 Coffee and 6 donuts, not only was the price right; the donuts were phenomenal. I was unsure of what to get but they were patient with me lol I am a bit of a coffee snob and this was one of the best I’ve had. I’m always weary going into new territory (my own bs) but this was a delightful encounter for sure. I will absolutely be returning (with my children) as they could not get enough of the donuts. My new favorite spot without a doubt!!”
“Ughhh love this place soooo muchh!!!! It was my first time and everything was so perfect. Genuinely wondering why this place is not busy as much everything I tasted sent me back to the memories of Nepal. Everythings so perfect and I feel like price is cheap too. The server is sooo nice. Shes Ale Magar she stated shes so wonderful. Keep her forverrrr!!!”
“I love the rice rolls that are only available on weekends. They’re portioned more generously and much cheaper than the ones sold in Flushing. Although the selection is limited (beef, pork, dried shrimp, fish balls, char siu pork, Chinese sausage,etc.), they’re all delicious. I love their chewy texture—it’s just like mochi.The price is an unbelievable $3 to $3.50.
I also like the tofu pudding (a large container for $4), which is almost identical to Japanese silken tofu, but the quality varies from day to day. The one I bought this time had a mushy texture on top—perhaps because the soy milk was too thin.”
“I order from KNA pretty often and I am always satisfied. This time I ordered the B2 Green juice. I am not a big fan of green juices, I drink it for health reason. But this juice was so delicious. Very refreshing, everything was perfect about it. I also ordered a lbs of grilled chicken. Wow! It was perfectly cooked, moist and tasty. It worth every penny!”
“The food here is outstanding! So many great dishes. Sure… it’s not all modern and trendy with LED lightshows and fancy decor, but the food and service are what you go for. To start, the complimentary roasted peanuts are made in house… so good!… and not salty. One of my favorite dishes is the stuffed eggplant / stuffed peppers and tofu. Their Peking pork chops is one of the best around. Other family members love the eggplant with dried fish (not my thing). Other great dishes; shrimp with walnuts, beef chow fun, beef tendon casserole, water spinach, tofu and codfish casserole. Everything so good!!! Prices are reasonable.”
“Every time I’m here I’ve been welcomed with open arms. The staff has gone out Their way to accommodate me in every way that was needed. Drinks are always on point.”
“cute, casual thai place with quality homey dishes. service is always friendly, quick and environment is cozy. tables are a bit tighter together bc of the space but if you keep things to a smaller party its great. i love their kaprow tilapia and fried dumplings. their pork and rice soup is also great. theres no restroom but if you live nearby its easy to remember to go beforehand, if traveling it would be great to stop off at the mall or other destination first”
Latest Reviews
“This is my first time here, i pass by here all the time going to the subway but yday when I passed I saw a man by the window eating a steam bun and it looks delish so I tried it today.. got chicken steam bun for $1.60 and a hot ginger with honey for $1.75 .. paid $3.35 for lunch.. there’s a lot to try like spare ribs over rice and some Dimsum but for now am satisfied with what I got.. next weekend I’ll try those something over rice meal for $5 or $4 they also have rice noodles for $3.. so cheap and the place is clean so it’s 4stars for now.. let’s see in the future..”
“June 26, 2022. Walked to get our order of a Lamb wrap, chicken wrap and fries. First time there and a welcome place to the neighborhood. The staff are friendly, the place is new and clean and most important the food is very good. Will return many times. Check it out.”
Most Popular Restaurants
“June 26, 2022. Walked to get our order of a Lamb wrap, chicken wrap and fries. First time there and a welcome place to the neighborhood. The staff are friendly, the place is new and clean and most important the food is very good. Will return many times. Check it out.”
“Overall, Service was 5 stars Meanwhile, It took almost 30 more minutes to pick up my TO GO order after the expected time of readiness..
But the Food was Amazing and made correctly! and everything was as I ordered it, In The bag to go. The service staff was courteous and didn't just leave me at the TO GO table wondering if someone remembered I was there. So... Great Job Longhorn Will visit again for Dine in next time.👍”
“So far our experience here is amazing. There were 8 of us plus a baby and the servers were all very nice to us, accommodating our needs. Very friendly too. Food is amazing! We had the beef pho, lamb chops, cha gio:sprint roll, sliced beef marinated in special sauce, beef and chicken curry. Food is excellent and amazing how cheap it is. For 8 of us bill was only $190 and plus extra $37 for tip. Usually for this big group its usually close to $400. Highly recommend this place. If ur friendly to the servers, they are good to you.”
“Been coming here since highschool. Still better than most halal spots ive been to both in taste and price. And the best thung of all is the owner himself. always with a smile on his face, always polite when serving. So loved by the community that while you wait for your food at least 2 people will greet him and he'll greet back.”
“I noticed Smashburger recently went through a rebranding, so I decided to give it another shot. We had some not-so-great experiences at this location years ago, which kept us from coming back—but after seeing the updated menu featured by YouTuber King Schratz, we figured it was worth trying again. I’m glad we did, because it did not disappoint.
The food and service were both excellent and fast, and the restaurant itself was clean and welcoming. The staff was friendly across the board, and Ashley at the register really stood out—she gave great recommendations and helped us choose some items.
Our order included the BBQ Bacon Burger, Smash Fries, Smash Tots, a chili cheese big hot dog, and milkshakes. Everything came out quickly, and the team even brought the food to our table. The Smash Fries and Tots were delicious , with a flavorful garlic, herb, and olive oil seasoning. The burgers were large, juicy, and had that perfect crispy crust you want from a smash burger.
The milkshakes were also a highlight. Made with Häagen-Dazs ice cream, they were rich but still easy to drink. The only downside is that the caramel flavor has been discontinued. I really hope they bring it back because it was a favorite.
Overall, this visit completely changed my impression of this location. Definitely worth checking out.”
New Restaurants
“I had a great experience at this place and can honestly say it’s a hidden gem in the neighborhood. The skewers were absolutely delicious—perfectly seasoned, grilled just right, and full of flavor in every bite. You can really tell they put effort into their food, and the variety of options makes it even better. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, making it a nice spot to hang out and enjoy a meal, especially in the evening. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and provided fast service, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Overall, it’s a place I would definitely come back to, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for flavorful food and a great vibe.”
“Cute, lowkey coffee shop with some indoor seats & plenty of outdoor seating. Ordered the chopped cheese sandwich & it was incredible! It was a really good size & I didnt feel guilty eating it afterwards. Will definitely be coming back & aiming to try everything on their menu! Staff was really warm and welcoming!”
“stumbled upon this spot randomly and was pleasantly surprised by the amazing decor and vintage thai memorabilia. It was so cute! Also no wait which was a plus. For apps we got crispy rice balls and pickled green mango with mai dong herbal drink. The crispy rice was fried to perfection and the pickled mango with spicy chili powder (not sure what it was, kind of tastes like tajin) was yummy and juicy (kind of tasted like pickled daikon radish)!
My partner got the khai soi with waygu and i got the tom yum noodle soup. Both were soooo delicious and perfect. I keep thinking about the delicious pork in the tom yum soup (both roasted and ground) It was a memorable meal in elmhurst. Only cons are it’s cash only and no dessert :(”
“Tried the jamaica and horchata it was pretty delicious. I got a tolera sandwich with extra avocado and the al pastor pizza. Both were 10/10 and would come again, maybe to try a different kind of pizza. I believe Tuesdays and Thursdays you can get free soda from making a purchase.”
“Delicious food.Best service.Thank you.”