What’s an incredible meal at a restaurant without an appetizer to start it off? Mozzarella sticks, potato skins, calamari, quesadillas…okay, we’ll stop. Your mouth is probably watering right now, anyway. Queens restaurants have so many different varieties of this ‘appetizing’ dish that it was almost impossible to narrow it down to one, but a contender did come out on top. This year, no matter how close or far you may live, definitely make sure you try the Best Appetizer in Queens.
2024: Queens Voted Piccolo Sogno Best Appetizer!
Piccolo Sogno
195-14 47th Ave, Flushing
(718) 224-1717 – piccolosognony.com
Enjoy hearty and delicious Italian appetizers at Piccolo Sogno. With meatless and seafood options there is something for everyone. From classic tastes like bruschetta and fresh Caprese salad to refined Italian specialties like Piatto and Calamari, Piccolo offers a diverse assortment of rich flavor profiles to explore and leave a lasting impression. Among their most popular appetizer offerings are antipasto salads, baked clams, shrimp cocktail, mussels, mozzarella, and more. While the establishment also has many delicious dinner options, ordering an array of appetizers to share with friends could easily be just as tasty and filling. The food is high-quality and can be enjoyed either at the restaurant or via takeout or delivery.
2023: Queens Voted Piccolo Sogno Best Appetizer!
Piccolo Sogno
19514 47th Ave, Flushing
(718) 224-1717 – piccolosognony.com
Anyone who loves appetizers will enjoy eating at Piccolo Sogno, a flushing eatery that was voted as having the best appetizers in Queens. Owned by chef Maurizio, the eatery is also well known for their pizza and overall excellent Italian dishes. Among their most popular appetizer offerings are antipasto salads, baked clams, shrimp cocktail, calamari fritti, mussels, mozzarella, and more. Whilst the establishment also has many delicious dinners, ordering an array of appetizers to share with friends could be easily as tasty and filling. The food is high-quality and can be enjoyed either at the restaurant or via takeout or delivery.
2022: Queens Voted Villaggio Best Appetizer!
Villaggio
150-07 14th Rd, Whitestone
(718) 309-3213 – villaggiohome.com
Appetizers are the first taste of food that people get when dining out and this Italian restaurant in Whitestone is known for its tasty appetizers. The menu of hot and cold appetizers is full of Italian favorites that are sure to please any palate. The cold appetizer menu includes antipasto, complete with roasted peppers, artichokes, olives, aged prosciutto, mortadella, speck and parmigiana cheese, and shrimp cocktail sauce. The hot appetizer menu includes calamari, an eight-ounce meatball with marinara sauce, eggplant rollatini and mussels served with white or red sauce. All of the appetizers on the menu are perfect for sharing with the table, so order a few dishes and sample them all.
2021: Queens Voted Piccolo Sogno Best Appetizer!
Piccolo Sogno
195-14 47th Ave, Flushing
(718) 224-1717 – piccolosognony.com
When Executive chef and owner Maurizio opened Piccolo Sogno in Flushing in 2009, part of his vision of presenting authentic Italian cuisine included creating the best appetizer menu for Queens residents to enjoy. The Italian dining experience often begins at the appetizer course, which sets the tone for the feast that’s to come. Not sure about what hot food item to order? Piccolo Sogno’s appetizer sampler — consisting of baked clams, calamari and fried shrimp — is a good way to entice your appetite. Perhaps, you’re leaning towards cold cuts with mozzarella, parmesan cheese with roasted peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and olives. Whatever your choice, you’ll leave Piccolo Sogno with a full stomach and an unforgettable and delicious dining experience.
2020: Queens Voted Vetro By Russo’s On the Bay Best Appetizer!
Vetro By Russo’s On the Bay
164-49 Crossbay Blvd, Howard Beach
(718) 843-8387 – www.vetronyc.com
Vetro by Russo’s on the Bay seeks to change the landscape of fine dining from their exquisite cuisine and expansive wine cellar to their private rooftop lounge. Their impressive appetizer selection is no exception. Indulge in Italian appetizer classics like tuna tartare, asiago rice balls, stuffed artichoke hearts and calamari served in a lemon and marinara sauce as you watch the sunset from their spectacular outdoor waterfront dining area. At Vetro’s, you and your guests will be treated like royalty during your visit, from your first moment of contact with one of our experienced and capable servers all the way through to dessert and after dinner drinks at the bar.
2019: Queens Voted Jägerhaus Gastropub & Biergarten Best Appetizer!
Jägerhaus Gastropub & Biergarten
15-16 149th Street, Whitestone
(718) 767-3486 – www.jagerhausnyc.com
The pub is a collaborative effort that brings a contemporary twist to traditional German & Austrian cuisine. Featuring only the best drafts and cuisine, Jägerhaus Gastropub & Biergarten is a destination unlike any other. Whether you choose to enjoy the complex flavors of a cold hefe-weizen in our traditional Bavarian biergarten, or the warmth of a smoked paprika goulash in our dining room, we urge you to let us transport you to the Alps of Europe!
2018: Queens Voted Jägerhaus Gastropub & Biergarten Best Appetizer!
Jägerhaus Gastropub & Biergarten
15-16 149th Street, Whitestone, N.Y.
718.767.3486 – www.jagerhausnyc.com
The pub is a collaborative effort that brings a contemporary twist to traditional German & Austrian cuisine. Featuring only the best drafts and cuisine, Jägerhaus Gastropub & Biergarten is a destination unlike any other. Whether you choose to enjoy the complex flavors of a cold hefe-weizen in our traditional Bavarian biergarten, or the warmth of a smoked paprika goulash in our dining room, we urge you to let us transport you to the Alps of Europe!
2017: Queens Voted Jägerhause Gastropub and Biergarten Best Appetizer!
Jagerhaus Gastro Pub & Biergarten
15-16 149th St, Flushing, NY 11357/ (718) 767-3486
Jägerhaus Gastropub & Biergarten, a hidden gem in the heart of Whitestone. Share the massive fresh pretzel with beer cheese along with the potato pancakes, or choose to enjoy the complex flavors of a cold hefe-weizen in their traditional Bavarian Biergarten, or the warmth of a smoked paprika goulash, Bratwurst, Bockwurst or Knackwurst in the dining room. Featuring only the best drafts and cuisine, Jägerhaus is a destination unlike any other, let them transport you to the Alps of Europe.
