Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Queens

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Queens? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

MoCA Asian Bistro - Queens

4.9

4.9 (276)

$30 and under

Asian

Forest Hills

About the restaurant

Founded in 2006, MoCA formed a philosophy of dining and cuisine guided by the dynamic balance between the cherished traditions of Asian cultures, with thousands of years of history, and the universally human spirit of innovation that is nourished best by these great traditions.

The name “MoCA” comes from “Modern Concept of Culinary Arts.” The MoCA team approaches cooking as an artistic endeavor, devoted to presenting modern, healthy dishes with artistic principles of color, fragrance, balance, and overall presentation.

Top review

LennyVIP

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Everything was delicious and the service was excellent

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Experience

Tuesday Live Music Nights

Fresco's Grand Cantina

4.8

4.8 (124)

$30 and under

Mexican

Astoria

About the restaurant

**** Please note this page is for our 28-50 31st St, Queens, New York location.****

Beautiful Mexican-Fusion establishment with old-world accents and very Instagram-able throughout the restaurant. We pride ourselves with fresh locally sourced ingredients for our Authentic & Modern Mexican fare.

Best Happy Hour around from 3pm to 8pm from Tuesday to Friday. The strong & delicious cocktails and amazing service will keep you coming back week after week for any of our numerous events. Follow us on Instagram to stay in the loop.

If you'd like to make a reservation at our other location ( Fresco's Cantina ) located at 12-14 31st Ave Astoria, NY 11106 - Please call (347) 808-7338.

Thank you!

Top review

Lizzette

Dined 7 days ago

I LOVE the drag show at Fresco’s! It’s the best!! I have also had dinner and lunch there on separate occasions and the food was delicious, great tacos. The sangria was ON POINT, and def delivers a great buzz! lol! My only disappointment this time around was that I ordered the churro French toast and despite letting my server know that I wanted my eggs cooked well with crispy bacon, my order did not come out that way, my friend had the same issue with her order and when she asked if the eggs could be cooked more,the waiter was visibly annoyed and told her it would take 20 minutes. I did not eat the eggs or the bacon on my plate. I don’t usually complain about things like this but if I ask for my food a certain way it’s because I like it that way, and I always let the server know when I order so I won’t have to send things back, as I know it adds work to an already busy kitchen.Everyone else at my table received their food the way they ordered it and were pleased with their meals, guess I won’t order that dish again. I will def return because I love this establishment and will always support, but I was underwhelmed with my meal this time around. Next time I’ll have the tacos!

Sushi on Me - Jackson Heights

4.9

4.9 (602)

$50 and over

Sushi

Jackson Heights

About the restaurant

Sushi On Me is a secret hideout where customers can enjoy premium omakase in a speakeasy vibe. Our chefs and staffs are committed to delivering not only the best omakase sushi but also the best omakase experience to all the guests!

Guests can enjoy both the 15-course omakase and the relaxing, speakeasy vibe in the 1-hour seating for the price of $99/person (tax and tip not included). [No vegetarian and celiac options, Can’t accommodate pregnant guests]

We have 4 seatings as follows:
5.00pm - 6.00pm
6.30pm - 7.30pm
8.00pm - 9.00pm
9.30pm - 10.30pm

Private party and at-home omakase are available, all inquiries can be made via 917-821-5598 or @sushionmenyc. 50% deposit is required as booking confirmation.

Cancellation/modification less than 24hours will result in a charge of $50/person (under all circumstances including COVID). Please make sure you can come before booking. Late arrival may not get the full experience. Inquiries can be made via IG @sushionmenyc or phone 917-821-5598.

Top review

RaphaelVIP

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Best omakase in town. Service, ambiance, quality of food, highly recommended this place

Aliada Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (328)

$30 and under

Greek

Astoria

About the restaurant

Aliada is a true experience of dining in a Greek Taverna in the heart of Astoria.

We source only the freshest ingredients that enhance the traditional Greek cuisine and family recipes.

Aliada offers a selection of Greek and Cypriot meze that is paired with an authentic selection of Greek and Cypriot wines that truly showcase the flavors of our cuisine.

Come join us and become part of our family.

Top review

Jillian

Dined 5 days ago

Aliada is fantastic! Amazing quality food and great service. One of my favorite Greek restaurants in a sea of excellent Greek food.

Dee's

4.8

4.8 (890)

$31 to $50

Italian

Forest Hills

About the restaurant

DEE’S
An Italian Dinner House with an American Twist

Offering a relaxed and upscale dining experience in Forest Hills, DEE’S is your casual neighborhood restaurant with a New York City feel.

Relaxed luxury comes together with our family friendly menu, white-table cloth service and upscale decor creating an inviting and affordable respite from the everyday hustle.

Whether your looking to share a wood-fired pizza or savor a three-course meal, DEE’S is your urban familiar escape to joyfully gather with friends and family.

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LoriVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The food was delicious and the service wonderful, as always. However, I was a bit disappointed that they were out of a few items that we usually order. We always start with the mussels frites, but not this time. They were out of them. Instead we ordered the calamari, which was delicious and tender, but not what we were planning on and looking forward to. For the main course we all ordered pizzas, which were delicious and the main reason we come. For dessert we would have ordered 3 tartufos, but they only had 2, which is what our waiter told us they had started the evening with, so I guess we were lucky to get those. They were also out of tiramisu. We also had an order of chocolate chip cookies and our waiter was nice and added a couple of extras to the plate so that there were enough for everyone to share. We would definitely return here, but it would be nice if they weren’t out if so many of our favorite menu items.

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Popular dish

Nutella Pizza

Neir's Tavern

4.9

4.9 (112)

$30 and under

American

Woodhaven

About the restaurant

One of the oldest and most historic bars in the country, Neir’s Tavern is a destination for a casual drink, a hearty meal, and good company. Over 180 years old, Neir’s was home to Mae West’s first performance, scenes from Goodfellas, and countless other remarkable moments in history. Today, it still holds up to the same charming, laid-back, neighborhood bar that holds a special place in New Yorkers’ hearts.

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Helen

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

Service was excellent. We thoroughly enjoyed a large house salad, chicken sandwich and the best Goodfellas burger with delicious French fries. The Wise Guy cocktail is always my favorite and the beer choices are excellent. We can't wait to go back. It is a great place to meet up with friends or come to see one of their special presentations.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Flushing, NY | Chinatown of Queens

4.9

4.9 (843)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Flushing

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

Top review

Norgie

Dined 4 days ago

Great Service and Alan our waiter was amazing! Recommend

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Tootles and French

4.6

4.6 (35)

$30 and under

Wine Bar

Ditmars Steinway

About the restaurant

Tootles & French is a Wine Bar & Bistro located in the heart of Astoria, by Astorians for Astorians. In addition to 20 wines by the glass and over 100 by the bottle, our beverage selection includes wine-infused cocktails, sangrias, and specialty spirits. Our food pairings feature curated charcuterie boards, small plates, as well as full sized entrees and house-made gelato. Serving a new menu seasonally, we are proud of our Chef Jose Luis' unique take on American and French dishes with a Mexican influence and many more surprises. We have private lounge backspace to host any party or gatherings for up to 35 people!

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VIJAYVIP

Dined on Dec 2, 2024

Great find. Very unexpected to find such an excellent restaurant in Astoria. the menu is creative and beautifully executed. the service is gracious, and the wine list is adventurous and intriguing. A real 'gem'. Looking forward to returning.

Bistro Eloise

4.8

4.8 (437)

$30 and under

Traditional French

Jackson Heights

About the restaurant

Bistro Eloise offers traditional Homemade French food, making you travel all over France. Going from Brittany (Crêpes) to Burgundy (Beef Bourguignon), passing through Toulouse (Cassoulet), etc...

Top review

Ruth

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Love Bistro Eloise. Have been several times and brought friends who enjoyed it last night as well

Patrizia's of Maspeth

4.8

4.8 (122)

$31 to $50

Italian

Douglaston

About the restaurant

PATRIZIA’S GROUP OF RESTAURANTS ARE SERVING UP YOUR TRADITIONAL HOMEMADE ITALIAN COOKING. JUST LIKE A SUNDAY LUNCH AT YOUR ITALIAN GRANDMAS HOUSE!
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We welcome you to enjoy our family style tasting menu which includes seasonally inspired dishes from our homemade breads, cheeses and pastas to our selected meats, seafood, wines and desserts. Your enjoyment of our food and restaurant is very important to us. We strive to make everyone feel like family.

For parties of 20 or more please call the restaurant at 718-779-2083.

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Michael

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Service was fantastic, food was great, you will enjoy, especially the wood-fired pizza

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