Aug. 29, 2025 By Jessica Militello On a quiet street in Sunnyside, Bistro Punta Sal has its French doors wide open, letting the late August breeze emanate throughout the space, which is ornate with flowers, paintings and an array of tables and chairs for intimate dinners with friends or a romantic date night. The…
Aug. 26, 2025 By Jessica Militello Simple Peruvian is a new Peruvian-Chinese fusion restaurant in Sunnyside bringing a mix of traditional and modern dishes to the area, having opened on Saturday, Aug. 23. The restaurant, located at 45-06 Greenpoint Ave., offers a fresh take on Peruvian and Asian flavors with dishes like lomo saltado, arroz… Read more »
Jun. 2, 2025 By jmilitello June 2, 2025 By Jessica Militello As longer days and warm summer nights set the stage, there’s no better time to savor authentic Italian cuisine paired with sweeping waterfront views in Long Island City. Since expanding to Queens in December 2023, Osteria Brooklyn @ LIC, located at 1-50 50th…
May. 23, 2025 By jmilitello May 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello There’s nothing quite like a fresh-baked bagel straight from the oven—and now Long Island City residents can enjoy that experience any time of day with the arrival of Black Seed Bagels, the latest addition to the neighborhood’s food scene. Located at 5-18 50th…
Mar. 27, 2025 By Taliah Gabriel Queens is home to a large number of Black-owned establishments spanning various industries, from cuisine and fashion to music and art. These businesses not only contribute to the borough’s economic growth but also reflect the resilience and creativity of Black entrepreneurs. Many of these establishments draw on the…
Feb. 18, 2025 By Jessica Militello Sunnyside’s sushi lovers have something to celebrate—Takesushi, a beloved Japanese restaurant with roots dating back to 1974, is rolling out a special three-course menu as part of the inaugural “Restaurant Week of the Sides.” Located inside Bon Café at 41-31 Queens Blvd., Takesushi has been a staple in the… Read more »
Jan. 16, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Renowned rapper and television personality Action Bronson has crowned the burgers at Donovan’s in Woodside among the “top five in the world’ during a visit for his popular food documentary series. Bronson, a Queens native, visited the long-standing Irish-American institution at 57-24 Roosevelt Ave. for the latest episode of… Read more »
Dec. 31, 2024 QNS News team Time is running out for Queens residents to select their favorite businesses in the 2025 Best of the Boro awards. Voting closes at 11:59 p.m. tonight, with winners earning the prestigious “Best of the Boro” title in hundreds of categories spanning dining, retail, healthcare, and more. Organized by…