Best of the Boro winners
You voted, they won: Here are the 2012 Best of the Boro Restaurants & Bars.
Dining
Cara Mia: Family makes it special
At Cara Mia on Hillside Avenue, it’s all in the family. From the opening of the first restaurant in 1970 to present day, family has provided a concrete base for success and an authentic dining experience. With a menu constructed around typical Italian dishes, Cara Mia utilizes fresh ingredients, aged vinegars and tantalizing sauces. An [...]
Dining and drinking al fresco in Queens
BY SWEETINA KAKAR Now that the summer heat is gone, but it’s still nice enough to sit outdoors, it’s a great time to dine or drink al fresco at one of these spots in Queens. Austin Steak and Ale House 82-70 Austin Street, Kew Gardens, 718-849-3939 The pub-styled restaurant in the Kew Gardens neighborhood allows for a [...]
Erawan: Great Thai on Bell Boulevard
With the ideal combination of spicy herbs, sweet pastes and fresh ingredients, Erawan of Bayside has succeeded in bringing authentic Thai cuisine to Bell Boulevard. Thai food is a “vacation” from the heavy Chinese takeout we’re all so accustomed to, as it combines aromatic sauces, tender noodles, fruits and vegetables with tender meats and fresh [...]
A ‘Plum’ dining experience
When a restaurant has the ability to provide exceptional service, a savory seasonal menu and intimate atmosphere, it should be recognized. Plum, situated in Bayside, is the perfect date-night spot. Décor colored in deep purples, rich wood, intimate drapery – this is just the beginning of a night filled with quirky cocktails, homemade entrees and [...]
Sweet Afton: ‘bar for all seasons’
Sweet Afton is “a bar for all seasons.” Serving classic draft beers, inventive house cocktails and renowned wines from all over the world, this pub has withstood the test of time. Much more than a local bar, Sweet Afton prides itself on a solid menu built on local ingredients: meats, cheeses, breads and their famously [...]
BBQ unlike any other
MexiBBQ is unlike any other BBQ joint. Mexican-fusion BBQ is the foundation for a menu filled with original appetizers, classic entrees and impressive desserts. Combine this with a modern atmosphere, a knowledgeable wait staff and prime location — and you’ve found your new neighborhood hotspot. A full bar with a killer happy hour is available [...]
‘Best Asian of New York’
It’s been said that “location is everything.” BANY of Long Island City has captured locals with its prime waterfront setting. It has kept them coming back with an assortment of intriguing Asian dishes. Whether you’re in the mood for sushi or ceviche, this modern Asian haven has something for everyone. Begin your meal with the [...]
CJ Sullivan’s gets a makeover
Every neighborhood prides itself on “the place” — the down-the-block eatery and watering hole where co-workers grab a cold one and shake off the day. CJ Sullivan’s, Bayside’s brew hub that draws a crowd of regulars like moths to a flame, is rolling out a revamped, sophisticated menu. With the assistance of youthful-yet-skilled chef Jackson [...]
Asian cuisine at its best
Asian Terrace serves amazing Asian fusion fare in The Bay Terrace shopping center in Bayside. It has a spectacular setting and delicious dishes. The handsome wooden doors open onto a large space whose focal point is a gorgeous fountain. The interior, which was formerly the site of the restaurant Tofu, has been completely redone, from [...]
