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…
2025: Queens Voted Joe’s Sicilian Bakery Best Cookies! Joe’s Sicilian Bakery 212-16 48th Ave, Bayside (718) 225-2272 A true gem for cookie lovers, this Bayside bakery has mastered the art of Italian sweets. Honored as the 2025 Winner in the Cookies category, this beloved spot is known for handcrafted delights, from buttery biscotti to delicate…
Cupcakes are a go-to sweet treat for all kinds of special occasions, from birthday parties to work gatherings and more. With unlimited possibilities for flavors and icing designs, it’s no wonder why Americans love this frosty, mushroom shaped dessert. After all, what could be better than your own personal cake? If you’re looking for the…
Jelly, chocolate, powdered, glazed, Boston cream — everyone has their favorite donut. These sweet, deep-fried confections have a special place in the hearts of Queens residents, and can be found across the borough everywhere from bakeries to baseball stadiums to carnivals. Whether you prefer ring-shaped or whole, here’s where to find the Best Donut in…
Why sit down for a bite, when you can have your food on the go? Food trucks have become an inextricable part of the New York food landscape, catering to the rushed and adventurous alike. There’s something about ordering at the window, getting a glimpse of your food being prepared, and interacting with the (usually)…
2025: Queens Voted Good Mood Bowls Best Açaí Bowls! Good Mood Bowls 62-38 69th Place, Middle Village (917) 568-0761 – goodmoodbowls.com/home Good Mood Bowls has earned recognition as a 2025 winner for its exceptional açaí bowls. This health-conscious eatery is dedicated to serving fresh, nutrient-packed bowls that are as delicious as they are satisfying. Each…
Unless you’re allergic to chocolate, you probably love it (or you’re just not human). There possibly couldn’t be anything better than it — unless it’s handmade by a local chocolatier, that is. Chocolatiers put a spin on this delicious treat by molding and forming it into anything they can imagine. Cream-filled balls, small statues and…
2025: Queens Voted Fillmores Tavern Best French Fries! Fillmores Tavern 166-02 65th Ave, Fresh Meadows (718) 762-2727 – fillmorestavern.com French fries have made quite an impact at Fillmore’s Tavern, which has earned the title of Best French Fries, as voted by the community, and it’s clear why. For over a century, this historic Queens tavern…
What’s Sunday Night Football without a plate of wings to eat while you watch the game? Boneless or not, barbecue or buffalo (and always served with ranch), these fried little pieces of chicken are as delectable as they are convenient. Available at almost any dining establishment in Queens, it definitely must have been hard for…
Queens may not be part of the South, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy some good fried chicken. Enjoyed best with a side of mashed potatoes, a biscuit and corn on the cob, this golden and crispy poultry is the pinnacle of feel-good food. When your tastebuds need some southern comfort, and it’s too…