Guidebook for Queens
Food Scene
I celebrated my birthday dinner here. It's a bit far from my house but the neighborhood is worth it! You get a beautiful view of NJ and of the Hudson river, while sipping on a delicious mimosa! It's a bit pricy so I recommend going here for a special occasion.
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The Hudson
348 Dyckman StI celebrated my birthday dinner here. It's a bit far from my house but the neighborhood is worth it! You get a beautiful view of NJ and of the Hudson river, while sipping on a delicious mimosa! It's a bit pricy so I recommend going here for a special occasion.
It's right around the corner! Try delicious, authentic Colombian delicacies such as our aromatic coffee, tons of fluffy cheese-breads to select, imported Colombian sodas and other baked goods. Come here if you want to enjoy your next cup of freshly brewed coffee with some heavenly Colombian bread.
Pecoshitas
It's right around the corner! Try delicious, authentic Colombian delicacies such as our aromatic coffee, tons of fluffy cheese-breads to select, imported Colombian sodas and other baked goods. Come here if you want to enjoy your next cup of freshly brewed coffee with some heavenly Colombian bread.
THIS PIZZA WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. Try their signature slice "Artichoke slice" or their "Margherita slice"!! This is truly a New York slice. They are open until 4 AM! 4.50/slice but TRUST ME-it's like no other pizza.
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Artichoke Basille's Pizza
321 E 14th StTHIS PIZZA WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. Try their signature slice "Artichoke slice" or their "Margherita slice"!! This is truly a New York slice. They are open until 4 AM! 4.50/slice but TRUST ME-it's like no other pizza.
my FAVORITE super-HEALTHY Japanese spot and its 1 block away from my house! You have to try their Miso-Salmon soup! They are soo sweet! Everything is Delish!!!! VEGETARIAN OPTIONS AVAILABLE
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Happy Kitchen
80-12 37th Avemy FAVORITE super-HEALTHY Japanese spot and its 1 block away from my house! You have to try their Miso-Salmon soup! They are soo sweet! Everything is Delish!!!! VEGETARIAN OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Authentic Colombian restaurant. Known for their incredibly tasty rotisserie chicken, huge servings and an ambience that will have feeling like you are in Colombia! Even breakfast portions are huge! SUPER AFFORDABLE
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POLLOS MARIO
83-02 37th AveAuthentic Colombian restaurant. Known for their incredibly tasty rotisserie chicken, huge servings and an ambience that will have feeling like you are in Colombia! Even breakfast portions are huge! SUPER AFFORDABLE
It's called COPACABANA and it's a new BRAZILIAN BUFFET. They have LOW PRICES. They have an okay selection, but still yummy :-)! You can get things like steak, chicken, pork, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salads, quinoa, potato salad, pasta of the day, etc.
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80-26 Roosevelt AvenueIt's called COPACABANA and it's a new BRAZILIAN BUFFET. They have LOW PRICES. They have an okay selection, but still yummy :-)! You can get things like steak, chicken, pork, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salads, quinoa, potato salad, pasta of the day, etc.
DATE NIGHT--Colorful and creative HUGE Alcoholic and alcoholic drinks and American food! A bit pricy!
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Sugar Factory American Brasserie
835 Washington StDATE NIGHT--Colorful and creative HUGE Alcoholic and alcoholic drinks and American food! A bit pricy!
HEALTHY SPOT. JUICE BAR. VEGAN & VEGETARIAN OPTIONS. A LITTLE PRICY, ONE BLOCK AWAY FROM HOME
Just Made 4 U
8021 37th AveHEALTHY SPOT. JUICE BAR. VEGAN & VEGETARIAN OPTIONS. A LITTLE PRICY, ONE BLOCK AWAY FROM HOME
Possibly one of the best Thai restaurants I've been to. Down the block from my house. GO DURING LUNCH SPECIAL 1PM-4PM $8 for entree, appetizer & drink.
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Kitchen 79
37-70 79th StPossibly one of the best Thai restaurants I've been to. Down the block from my house. GO DURING LUNCH SPECIAL 1PM-4PM $8 for entree, appetizer & drink.
Shogun Hibachi
111-16 Queens BlvdThe best Japanese-Hibachi spot in all of Queens.
Amazing Peruvian chicken. TO DIE FOR. live music. huge venue. all glass windows. Tons of bars and clubs in this area.
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Pio Pio 5 To Go
84-21 Northern BlvdAmazing Peruvian chicken. TO DIE FOR. live music. huge venue. all glass windows. Tons of bars and clubs in this area.
I am a lover of Italian food and this is one of the best Italian spots I've been to.
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Uncle Peter's
83-15 Northern BlvdI am a lover of Italian food and this is one of the best Italian spots I've been to.
Portofino
109-32 Ascan AveVery upscale Italian restaurant. Very pricy. however, authentic and worth every penny.
One of the best places to go in NYC. The scenery is spectacular. Go at or close to sunset so you can see the view of Manhattan from the river side. Don't take away from the experience of a real slice of New York pizza and add toppings!(and each additional topping is $2-$3, so it can get pretty pricey if you want a ton of toppings). Personally, I'd recommend getting either a cheese pizza or a pepperoni pizza. Grimaldi's serves up a classic New York slice of pizza: a thin crust topped with high quality mozzarella cheese and high quality tomato sauce
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Grimaldi's Pizzeria
1 Front StOne of the best places to go in NYC. The scenery is spectacular. Go at or close to sunset so you can see the view of Manhattan from the river side. Don't take away from the experience of a real slice of New York pizza and add toppings!(and each additional topping is $2-$3, so it can get pretty pricey if you want a ton of toppings). Personally, I'd recommend getting either a cheese pizza or a pepperoni pizza. Grimaldi's serves up a classic New York slice of pizza: a thin crust topped with high quality mozzarella cheese and high quality tomato sauce
Stopped in and what an unexpected surprise. The place has a great atmosphere...Service and staff are incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home. The variety of Pizza and Menu is wonderful and fresh. Cool Brunch...Loved it! Good prices, and we enjoyed the Music!
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Fornino
291 Kent AveStopped in and what an unexpected surprise. The place has a great atmosphere...Service and staff are incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home. The variety of Pizza and Menu is wonderful and fresh. Cool Brunch...Loved it! Good prices, and we enjoyed the Music!
4.5 star Greek restaurant. one of the best Greek restaurants. a Little pricy BUT the food is just amazing. parking may be difficult.
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Taverna Kyclades
36-01 Ditmars Blvd4.5 star Greek restaurant. one of the best Greek restaurants. a Little pricy BUT the food is just amazing. parking may be difficult.
A bit far from my home but type this into your map, its an address to a Rite Aid Store, but right in front is the best Mexican taco truck I have ever eaten from. They sell a variety of stuff!
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47-7 BroadwayA bit far from my home but type this into your map, its an address to a Rite Aid Store, but right in front is the best Mexican taco truck I have ever eaten from. They sell a variety of stuff!
I am not a sweets person.. but this is no lie, the only bakery i only step foot in. its expensive, but when that spongy chocolate mouse touches your mouth and you bite into the next three spongy layers and down it with some hot chocolate... its sooo worth it. they sell SO much stuff and they're ALWAYS packed so go during the day if you want to have a chance to sit down..
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Martha's Country Bakery
36-21 Ditmars BlvdI am not a sweets person.. but this is no lie, the only bakery i only step foot in. its expensive, but when that spongy chocolate mouse touches your mouth and you bite into the next three spongy layers and down it with some hot chocolate... its sooo worth it. they sell SO much stuff and they're ALWAYS packed so go during the day if you want to have a chance to sit down..
to DIE FOR VENEZUELAN AREPAS OH MY GAAA!! you see how far we travel for these. thats how worth it they are!
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Cachapas y Mas
107 Dyckman Stto DIE FOR VENEZUELAN AREPAS OH MY GAAA!! you see how far we travel for these. thats how worth it they are!
Old-school American diner one block from my house. Go early for breakfast specials. You can get ice cream, waffles, pancakes, typical American breakfast.
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Jahn's
81-04 37th AveOld-school American diner one block from my house. Go early for breakfast specials. You can get ice cream, waffles, pancakes, typical American breakfast.
super fluffy pancakes!! they sell brunch ALL day! American food.
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Clinton St. Baking Company
4 Clinton Stsuper fluffy pancakes!! they sell brunch ALL day! American food.
Sightseeing
This is such an ARTSY neighborhood! Peaceful vibe-so different from Queens or Manhattan! I tell all my guest that they CANNOT miss Brooklyn! I went to school here!!
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Williamsburg
This is such an ARTSY neighborhood! Peaceful vibe-so different from Queens or Manhattan! I tell all my guest that they CANNOT miss Brooklyn! I went to school here!!
You have to take a picture with the bull! OH and see the financial district :D
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Wall Street
Wall StreetYou have to take a picture with the bull! OH and see the financial district :D
Statue of Liberty Museum Shop
1 Liberty Island - Ellis IslandGo here at night time--walk around the island or sit on the river edge to see a stunning view of Manhattan!
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Roosevelt Island
Go here at night time--walk around the island or sit on the river edge to see a stunning view of Manhattan!
This area is SO lit during the summer time. Theres SO MUCH TO DO at night time, theres always some event going on, live music, some of the best pizza joints ever, shake shack, spots where you can sit down, have a beer and watch the game OR take a romantic stroll to the famous picture-taking spot with the Brooklyn bridge in the back, OR enjoy a romantic, lit dinner at the river cafe.
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Dumbo
65 Plymouth StThis area is SO lit during the summer time. Theres SO MUCH TO DO at night time, theres always some event going on, live music, some of the best pizza joints ever, shake shack, spots where you can sit down, have a beer and watch the game OR take a romantic stroll to the famous picture-taking spot with the Brooklyn bridge in the back, OR enjoy a romantic, lit dinner at the river cafe.
SoHo
Take pictures of the buildings!!! Awesome place to shop
Midtown Manhattan
Coney Island
beach. games. rides. carnivals. aquarium.
Getting Around
82nd Street
82nd StreetLOCAL NUMBER 7 TRAIN LOCATED TWO BLOCKS FROM MY HOUSE
This BUS/TRAIN hub is located 6 blocks from my house. Here you can find the following trains: 7, E, and F trains at all times,
R train at all times except late nights, and
M train weekdays except late nights.
You can find the following buses: NYCT Bus: Q32 MTA Bus: Q33, Airport transportation Q47, Q49, Q53 SBS, Airport transportation Q70 SBS
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Roosevelt Av-Jackson Heights Subway Station
74th StreetThis BUS/TRAIN hub is located 6 blocks from my house. Here you can find the following trains: 7, E, and F trains at all times,
R train at all times except late nights, and
M train weekdays except late nights.
You can find the following buses: NYCT Bus: Q32 MTA Bus: Q33, Airport transportation Q47, Q49, Q53 SBS, Airport transportation Q70 SBS
Essentials
This is a supermarket. You can find food, cleaning supplies, and other personal use items. Very LOW PRICES, BIG SELECTION and SUPER CLOSE BY!
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Foodtown of Baxter Avenue
82-10 Baxter AveThis is a supermarket. You can find food, cleaning supplies, and other personal use items. Very LOW PRICES, BIG SELECTION and SUPER CLOSE BY!
Super Baxter Laundry
8220 Baxter AveWash your clothes here! Super close by and I provide laundry bags if you need.
they sell everything. this company is the same as Duane Reade/Walgreens. A little more expensive than CVS or Rite Aid.
Walgreens Photo
3766 82nd Stthey sell everything. this company is the same as Duane Reade/Walgreens. A little more expensive than CVS or Rite Aid.
SUPER DISCOUNTED PRODUCTS, everything you could imagine!! I would recommend women to buy all essentials here. Purchasing at CVS, Walgreens/Duane Reade or Rite Aid can way more expensive..
One Stop General Beauty Supply
80-15 Roosevelt AveSUPER DISCOUNTED PRODUCTS, everything you could imagine!! I would recommend women to buy all essentials here. Purchasing at CVS, Walgreens/Duane Reade or Rite Aid can way more expensive..
ALL DISCOUNTED BEAUTY PRODUCTS for men and women. everything you can imagine beauty wise, They carry low quality AND high quality brands. They have makeup brands like NYX, LA Girls, etc. it's literally a hidden gem. this store is a bit more expensive than "One Stop General Beauty Supply" store.
Optima Beauty Supply
84-15 Roosevelt AveALL DISCOUNTED BEAUTY PRODUCTS for men and women. everything you can imagine beauty wise, They carry low quality AND high quality brands. They have makeup brands like NYX, LA Girls, etc. it's literally a hidden gem. this store is a bit more expensive than "One Stop General Beauty Supply" store.
Parks & Nature
The famous world globe is located here! This is a HUGE park, and it has a ice-skating rink, olympic pool, huge soccer fields, skatepark, etc.
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Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Van Wyck ExpresswayThe famous world globe is located here! This is a HUGE park, and it has a ice-skating rink, olympic pool, huge soccer fields, skatepark, etc.
Huge Park to visit if you're going to Willamsburg,Brooklyn! This park was minutes away from my college campus.
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Fort Greene Park
South Portland AvenueHuge Park to visit if you're going to Willamsburg,Brooklyn! This park was minutes away from my college campus.
If its summer and if you don't have a car but you have nothing to do, put this in your GPS and walk here from my house! Orrr-take the bus! Super long walk but so worth it. Middle Village is a super quiet neighborhood, the ambience is completely relaxing. Personally, there are a lot of parks near my house, but I only go to this one. It's NEVER crowded, super clean, has basketball courts, a big playground for kids, handball courts, dog park and a huge field. You run around the perimeter! It's also a perfect place to watch astrological events, as the field is huge giving a clear view of the sky.
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Juniper Valley Park
Dry Harbor RoadIf its summer and if you don't have a car but you have nothing to do, put this in your GPS and walk here from my house! Orrr-take the bus! Super long walk but so worth it. Middle Village is a super quiet neighborhood, the ambience is completely relaxing. Personally, there are a lot of parks near my house, but I only go to this one. It's NEVER crowded, super clean, has basketball courts, a big playground for kids, handball courts, dog park and a huge field. You run around the perimeter! It's also a perfect place to watch astrological events, as the field is huge giving a clear view of the sky.
Awesome huge park across from Manhattan. Tons of events and fairs throughout the summer, and it has a skatepark! This is where you take the famous picture with the RFK bridge in the background.
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Astoria Park
19 19th StAwesome huge park across from Manhattan. Tons of events and fairs throughout the summer, and it has a skatepark! This is where you take the famous picture with the RFK bridge in the background.
rent a car and head to the capital. You'll discover how DIFFERENT everything is outside of cities.
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Albany
rent a car and head to the capital. You'll discover how DIFFERENT everything is outside of cities.
the CLEANEST beach in NY. BUT beware, its not that popular like the other one (Rocaway Beach) is. So, it may be empty. but still very nice.
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I-Jacob Riis Park
157 Rockaway Beach Blvdthe CLEANEST beach in NY. BUT beware, its not that popular like the other one (Rocaway Beach) is. So, it may be empty. but still very nice.
beach. beach bars. food stands. bathrooms. the most popular beach. Coney Island is not that nice. BEWARE: THE WAVES ARE SO POWERFUL and HUGEE especially after 4/5PM! If you're not careful, you'll be body slammed into the water
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ROCKAWAY Beach Channel Dr
ROCKAWAY Beach Channel Drivebeach. beach bars. food stands. bathrooms. the most popular beach. Coney Island is not that nice. BEWARE: THE WAVES ARE SO POWERFUL and HUGEE especially after 4/5PM! If you're not careful, you'll be body slammed into the water
This is where I take my mom and dad to the shore. the water is extremely relaxing. waves are chill not to harsh. not that many people. you can bring your bikes and bike around the entire park, though it may take some time its huge. you can also have a bbq or go paddle boarding. highly recommend this place--but you'll need a car. i think only cars can enter the state park. cost $20 to get in.
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Sunken Meadow State Park
New York State Reference Route 908KThis is where I take my mom and dad to the shore. the water is extremely relaxing. waves are chill not to harsh. not that many people. you can bring your bikes and bike around the entire park, though it may take some time its huge. you can also have a bbq or go paddle boarding. highly recommend this place--but you'll need a car. i think only cars can enter the state park. cost $20 to get in.
Shopping
Queens Center
Personally, the BEST shopping mall I have EVER been to. I also have never seen such a huge mall, it will leave you in awe. It's so far BUT so worth it. DISCOUNTS EVERYWHERE even in expensive stores! WOW
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Roosevelt Field
630 Old Country RdPersonally, the BEST shopping mall I have EVER been to. I also have never seen such a huge mall, it will leave you in awe. It's so far BUT so worth it. DISCOUNTS EVERYWHERE even in expensive stores! WOW
Another HUGEEE mall. Great to stop by if you're near Newark airport!
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I-Palisades Center
1000 Palisades Center DrAnother HUGEEE mall. Great to stop by if you're near Newark airport!
Small stores scattered throughout Austin Street. Tons of restaurants! Forever 21, Loft, Victoria's Secrect, H&M, Ann Taylor, Target, Boltons. Here's a little secrect, if you walk past Ascan Ave. you'll enter into a neighborhood with cobblestone streets and gorgeous houses. It's like you're in another part of the world!
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Austin Street
Austin StreetSmall stores scattered throughout Austin Street. Tons of restaurants! Forever 21, Loft, Victoria's Secrect, H&M, Ann Taylor, Target, Boltons. Here's a little secrect, if you walk past Ascan Ave. you'll enter into a neighborhood with cobblestone streets and gorgeous houses. It's like you're in another part of the world!
This is a Target store INSIDE a MINI MALL thats next to Queens Center Mall. Open until 12 AM everyday! its two separate and different malls. Careful not to get confused. Theres a Red Lobster and Outback Steakhouse (Australian food)
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Target
4024 College Point BlvdThis is a Target store INSIDE a MINI MALL thats next to Queens Center Mall. Open until 12 AM everyday! its two separate and different malls. Careful not to get confused. Theres a Red Lobster and Outback Steakhouse (Australian food)
one of the famous outlets that everyone speaks out. ALL KINDS OF STORES AT LOW PRICES. its really far away, its definitely worth a trip there, rent a car and experience how city life slowly fades.
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Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
498 Red Apple Ctone of the famous outlets that everyone speaks out. ALL KINDS OF STORES AT LOW PRICES. its really far away, its definitely worth a trip there, rent a car and experience how city life slowly fades.
the other famous outlet. Like i said before, its really far away, its definitely worth a trip there, rent a car and experience how city life slowly fades.
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Tanger Outlets Deer Park
152 The Arches Cirthe other famous outlet. Like i said before, its really far away, its definitely worth a trip there, rent a car and experience how city life slowly fades.
Entertainment & Activities
You and your friends have to work together to solve puzzles and escape the room!!
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Ukuphuma kwesakhiwo NYC
24 W 25th StYou and your friends have to work together to solve puzzles and escape the room!!
Learn to fly a plane with your friend. There are many more places that offer packages like these, so search online. You and a friend can each fly the plane for 45 minutes! Try to find deals online otherwise it can be expensive but worth it! NOT IDEAL FOR WINTER and must be booked in advance!
Republic Airport
7150 Republic AirportLearn to fly a plane with your friend. There are many more places that offer packages like these, so search online. You and a friend can each fly the plane for 45 minutes! Try to find deals online otherwise it can be expensive but worth it! NOT IDEAL FOR WINTER and must be booked in advance!
Indoor Skydiving SIMULATION! Super fun for the family! Open until 10 PM
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iFLY Westchester
849 Ridge Hill BoulevardIndoor Skydiving SIMULATION! Super fun for the family! Open until 10 PM
SKYDIVING! I've done it here before and it was surreal! Must go early!
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Long Island Skydiving Center
133 Dawn DrSKYDIVING! I've done it here before and it was surreal! Must go early!
Billiards, TONS of beers, darts, and some of the BEST AMERICAN food you will ever have. Pricy but I don't care, it's that WORTH it.
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Break Bar And Billiards
32-04 BroadwayBilliards, TONS of beers, darts, and some of the BEST AMERICAN food you will ever have. Pricy but I don't care, it's that WORTH it.