Friendship BBQ

Friendship BBQ is a busy and popular restaurant that offers a wide range of delicious skewers and dishes. The place has a clean and welcoming atmosphere, making it a nice spot for a date night, casual gathering, or a night out with friends. The service is friendly and efficient, with staff providing complimentary cucumber water and sometimes singing a happy birthday song for guests. An iPad is available for convenient ordering, allowing customers to select items at any time.

The menu features many tempting options, including the highly recommended corn, Mongolian beef, and fried rice. The lamb skewers and beef skewers have a smoky, grilled flavor and perfect char. Skewers are prepared in the kitchen, so those looking to cook their own skewers should keep this in mind. Most meat and seafood skewers come in multiples per order, so customers should be careful when ordering, as everything looks so good and it's easy to spend more than planned. Popular items include beef, chicken, pork belly, fried tofu, and squid skewers, all seasoned with a spicy cumin spice blend. Some guests find the chicken skin very spicy, and sauces that usually come with the skewers may not always be available. The skewers arrive quickly and are served on a table-side tray that keeps them warm with tea-lights.

Seafood lovers can enjoy grilled oysters, marinated crab, grilled seafood, and lobster fried noodles. Vegetable dishes are also available, such as grilled miso garlic eggplant and stir-fried pea pod leaves with garlic, which are favorites for some guests. Side dishes like spicy cucumber salad with crunchy peanuts and egg fried rice add extra flavor to the meal. The restaurant's large menu offers over 100 items, not including drinks, and has everything a group might want. The Bone Marrow with Garlic is a standout dish, offering a burst of flavor that pairs well with other items. The crispy sweet and sour pork (guobaorou) is unexpectedly one of the best dishes in Flushing, remaining crispy even after some time. The aromatic milk tea is light and delicately tasty, with cute presentation. For dessert, the Chang Me Ice Rice is a refreshing way to finish the meal.

Many visitors note that during holidays and special occasions, the restaurant offers special treats, such as an egg yolk moon cake during the Autumn Moon Festival. Despite being busy, the tables are arranged in rows but do not feel crowded. The interior is spacious and comfortable, making it a good place for a quick snack, a night out, or chatting with friends. Even when tired or visiting late at night, people find Friendship BBQ to be perfect, as it is one of the few places open. The staff is attentive and helpful, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.