Fine Dining Restaurants near Forest Hills, NY

“We have loved dining at this unique, classy French restaurant in Forest Hills since ir opened, but our appreciation soared 10-fold after holding an 80th birthday party for 50 people on a gorgeous October afternoon. Rebecca provided superb oversight as tasty hors d’oeuvres were passed inside and outside on the tree-shaded couch-lined patio. Our six choices from a list of about 20 included shrimp and grits, pigs in blankets, tuna tartare, tiny bacon baked potatoes, tomato-mozzarella skewers, and mini tacos. Seating was very comfortable for our three-course dinner. Open bar and wine with dinner were included. We brought our own cake, but Tourmaline provided an ice cream sundae bar for the kids and youngs-at-heart. Yvan cooked the prime ribs, salmon and chicken Francese to perfection. The emails pouring in from our guests attest to what an exquisite party it was. We introduced a whole new crowd to our favorite spot!“

“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

“Nice atmosphere, very professional and friendly staff. Best caviar and great gourmet food selections.“

“One of my favorite NYC restaurants!!!!“

“Cannot WAIT to return! To say I was blown away with the professional and kindly approach of the staff, is an understatement. From the super waiter, Mike, to the GM, Matt, and all points in-between, AND adding in the amazing food, drinks, desserts and ambiance.. WOW!! Kudos for the highly memorable evening! Thank you.“

“Fantastic atmosphere, good cocktails and yummy food!“

“First and foremost, some people should simply not be allowed to leave reviews lol. I read someone said the pig out is more for three people lmao (there was more. But no reason to share those trash opinions). Unbelievable. Anywayyyyyyy ….

Had a wonderful time tonight. Came in and got a myself a couple plates. Each meal was full of flavor and well done and well prepared. The waitress I had the pleasure of taking care of me was amazing.

I had the Quail and the Pig Out (for two). Except no way in hell am I sharing that with anyone lol. I ate that for myself!!!

I will say the pig out was such a cool and different kind of take on food. It’s one of those plates. You’ll probably always remember. I have dine at James beer award, winning new restaurants, and all sorts of Michelin rated and starred restaurants. The pig out is a meal I will always remember. And to me that says something.

And this is what the pig out is all about and worth the hype in my opinion …

The Pig Out. Chef Chen takes whole Berkshire pork bellies and cures them in thyme, ginger and salt for five hours before confiting them in duck fat for 15 hours. He then shreds the meat and lays it out on a sheet of pig skin, pressing it down and allowing it to cool. This create a terrine of sorts, with the gelatin in the meat binding everything. Once cooled, the pork is sliced into two inch diamonds and heated in a pan, rendering the skin shatteringly crisp. The pork is served with an arugula salad dotted with persimmons (the fruit changes seasonally) and candied walnuts, peanut noodles, a ginger scallion sauce, and a squeeze bottle of sambal. Chen recommends putting a little of the last two on each each piece of pork to achieve the “perfect bite.”

And there you go!!! if you’re in the area absolutely worth a trip. Go enjoy. It’s worth your time.“

“We had an excellent vegan tasting menu at HAGS. Our favorites were the beginning (the tomato water and bruschetta on rice bread) and ending dishes (the amazing vegan ice cream). I also loved the tempeh, and that says a lot, because I only like tempeh when I'm in Asia. The current location is a small intimate setting, but they mentioned they are closing temporarily in two weeks, as they are moving to a larger location. The staff are super friendly here as well. I'd dine here again.“

“Massi our waiter made an amazing working, food came on time, he gave us a warm welcome and entertained us while waiting for the food. We were celebrating Birthday. 5 starts to his efficient understanding our wishes. The receptionist and the floor manage all made us really comfortable and in a festive celebration day, classic, low profile and elegant.“

“Check out my I G lawyer.traveler.dreamer for more footage of our experience. Bodai in Midtown Manhattan offers a rare and memorable dining experience. The restaurant blends Buddhist philosophy with royal vegetarian cuisine inspired by the Qing Palace. It was my first time trying a full vegetarian tasting menu, and I was impressed by how flavorful and creative every dish was. The mushroom dishes stood out the most, especially the Stichotas japonicus with cucumber sauce, the pan-seared boletus with green millet, and the Nepal mushroom quinoa with pepper sauce. Each course felt balanced and intentional—low oil, low sugar, and focused on natural taste. Even traditional dishes like Buddha Jumps Over the Wall and zhajiang noodles were reimagined beautifully. The dessert, called “Nectar of the Core,” was light and refreshing. Dining at Bodai feels like a calm, thoughtful journey through color, texture, and flavor. If you’re looking for an elevated vegetarian meal in NYC, this is worth a visit.“

“Got to enjoy the exceptional tasting menu just two days after they opened. The inventiveness at work here is matched by the execution. While the cuisine is much different, the sheer delight of it reminded me of my first time years ago at Charlie Trotter's. We went back the next day just to sit at the bar after a show and enjoy the unusual, and unusually good, wine-based cocktails.

July 2026 update: We recently returned and once again enjoyed an exceptional meal via their tasting menu.“

“The experience was fantastic! The food was so delicious!! The service was so good and the employees were so nice with us. I spent such a great time having dinner with my friends in my birthday! I highly recommend this restaurant!“

“excellent food, impeccable service, delicious cocktails and a wonderful dining experience“

“My friend and I had an incredibly wonderful dining experience at Cafe Carmellini tonight!
The food was truly amazing from start to finish. My personal favorites were the heirloom tomato & melon salad, sweet crab & pepper mille-feuille, lobster cannelloni, and the squab! A massive shout-out to the chefs!
Beyond the spectacular meal, the service was extraordinary, attentive, professional and very welcoming, especially our wonderful server Andreas, who made the night extra memorable! The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful and impeccable.“

“Wonderful experience!!!!!“

“As someone with ARFID, I have a very hard time eating really tasty foods (what most people would consider good).

Ren was the first time in my life I was able to eat tasty food, and enjoy it!

I told my partner it’s the first time I can say I like the food, and I know he liked it too!

Aside from the food, the service and the atmosphere was 10/10

Highly recommend this place!“

“Absolutely one of the best fine dining experiences I’ve had to date and I’m no stranger to Michelin starred establishments.

Food & Service 10/10!

OMG! the bread & sunflower butter course along was life changing!

It was a stellar experience from beginning to end. I’m not one who usually leaves reviews let along give a prefect rating on anything as there is usually always room for improvement BUT in this instance a prefect score is warranted. Shoutout to the wonderful service team headed by “Jacob.” I’m especially soo appreciative for the personal attention & incredible invitation to tour the kitchen and seeing how the culinary magic and artistry is created. - DCM“

“I have to admit, every dish here is absolutely exquisite.“

“Absolutely incredible omakase experience. Every course was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. The chef’s technique, from torch‑searing to hand‑grating fresh ingredients, made the whole meal feel special and personal. The wagyu sushi was melt‑in‑your‑mouth good, the uni was unbelievably fresh, and the caviar pairing was perfect.
Service was warm, attentive, and never rushed. You can really feel the passion behind every dish. This is easily one of the best omakase experiences I’ve had in Boston. Highly recommend.“

“Amazing place! The team is great! Hopefully we will be back for Thanksgiving!“

“We travel to New York every year the week before Christmas. And this Restaurant we now be part of our trip EVERY YEAR! Amazing; Atmosphere Staff Food Wine If you don’t visit ... You are missing out!“

“I recently had an incredible dining experience at the Capital Grille. The food was outstanding, with every dish bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The service was equally impressive, attentive, friendly but not intrusive . Altogether, it was a meal that I will remember fondly and would happily recommend to anyone seeking a top-notch culinary experience.“

“It’s just the most wonderful place ever. My favorite NYC restaurant. I love everything about it.“

“Great chefs and great food“

“This place is amazing they provide the best care and help you'd ever find in a restaurant. The food was top notch 💓. I'd refer this place a million times if I have to. Had help from Christian😊, he was kind, helpful and attentive, thank you again!!“

“It’s an amazing experience. So glad I chose to dine here.“

“My partner and I had dinner here for the first time last night . ,Really high quality food, fish and vegetables cooked perfectly.✅good service ✅and The restaurant has an elegant and comfortable environment. ✅We will definitely come back, and bring our family and friends.“

“It was a wonderful experience dining at Quanjude Restaurant, and a particular pleasure to enjoy the special menu curated by Michelin-starred Chef Chen. From the elegant presentation to the thoughtful interplay of flavors, textures, and ingredients, each course brought its own character and sense of creativity. The unexpected yet beautifully balanced combinations made the entire dining experience both memorable and inspiring.“

“Un très bon restaurant japonais avec des produits frais. Personnel en tenu typique, je le recommande !“

“peking duck spring rolls appetizer, yummers! lobster shrimp scampi entre, delicious! desserts, order one of each and share, go for it! life is short my friends, live the - (dash) - enjoy the journey :-)“

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“We had such a wonderful evening at Fleming's Edgewater. Sergio took amazing care of our family. He was so kind, friendly, and attentive, and he somehow always seemed to know what we needed before we even had to ask. The manager also came by several times to check on us, and you could tell everyone genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. There were six of us, and every single steak was cooked exactly how we liked it. Everything was delicious, and the view made the evening even more special. The best part was seeing how excited our son was. We were celebrating his birthday, and the staff surprised him with dessert and sparklers. The smile on his face was priceless, and it's something our family will always remember. Thank you to Sergio, the management team, and everyone at Fleming's Edgewater for maki“

“Our favorite restaurant!! We go to the one in HardRock AC at least once a month or more. Fantastic service and consistently great food!!“

“Our favorite restaurant!! We go to the one in HardRock AC at least once a month or more. Fantastic service and consistently great food!!“

“very profesional and very nice person, God blessing her“

“The food drinks serviced, live music and ambience was excellent. We had the octopus which was perfectly cooked an seasoned and the bbq bourbon meatballs which were fantastic. The best salad was beautifully platted and tasted just as good. The drinks were very good. We had the eve elizyr non alch, Garden of Eden and 37th west.“

“The atmosphere was spot on and the food had exceeded our expectations and the service was excellent.“

“A few weeks ago, I had such a wonderful experience here for lunch with my two-year-old daughter and a friend who was visiting from Ireland. We had the pleasure of meeting Jessie, who could not have been nicer. She was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and went above and beyond to make my daughter feel special by giving her a cookie, crayons, and a coloring book in a St. Regis bag.

We really enjoyed our lunch, but Jessie and the entire staff that day truly made our experience exceptional. It’s those little touches that make such a difference. We will definitely be back for lunch. 😊“

“We’re visiting New York on holiday and were looking on Google Maps for a great breakfast spot. I always look for the perfect combination of delicious food, excellent service, and a beautiful atmosphere—and The Garden was exactly what I was looking for.

I had the omelette with four toppings, and it was absolutely delicious. My husband ordered the breakfast sandwich but was more like a burger with eggs and loved it as well. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and the service was warm and attentive.

If you're looking for the perfect place to start your morning in New York, I highly recommend The Garden. We’ll definitely be back!“