Mojitos is on the right corner of Arthur Ashe Stadium. It was a rainy day, so my friends and I…read moredecided to look for an indoor dining experience. The music was pumping. The food was good.We had a very sweet server. The problem with this restaurant is they were incredibly slow,and some orders were messed up.Our appetizers & entrees came out, and we still did not have our drinks. The menus were left on the table the whole time, and never collected. One of my friends has dietary issues, and they completely messed up her order. The corn dip app was my favorite.The lobster roll was okay nothing special to brag about.Overall I would probably try another place during the US open; there are better options for sure. I think this is the kind of place to come for drinks ,and appetizers not a sit down dinner. Maybe it was an off day for them I'm not sure.

Did I say Beef brisket and champaign to die for???? If not let me say now....off the chart. Took…read morea moment away from the matches for food and refreshments and after sitting and eating we struggled to go back to the courts. The place was crowded yet we where seated quickly with food and drinks quickly arriving - hot and tasteful. Pricing a bit much but It's NY and it's the US Open venue. The ambience was tennis casual with plenty of banter about the matches. I would say this is one of the must do venues if you get an opportunity to attend the Open.

Wow! Wow! Wow! Fine dining in my own hood and a James Beard finalist. The nomination is so well…read moredeserved. My fellow yelpie Jeannie has been raving about their duck à la pressie for ages and we finally organized an outing so she can share her love of Tourmaline and the duck with us. Thank you Jeannie. The duck in itself deserves an award. You can tell that Yvan the head chef and owner has put so much detail into creating this magnificent dish for his customers. From picking the perfect farm to order the duck from in PA, to purchasing the machinery for churning out the sauce from the bones and internals of the duck, to incorporating different aspects of duck preparations from different cultures (French Normandy, Chinese roast duck) and teaching to Daniel in the city for some tips. You know Yvan has put his heart and soul into this one dish. I love how this dish is prepared table side by the chef himself with so many different stories and presentations. He starts off the duck with a serving of the perfect tot crispy skin served with his seasonal sauce. We had rhubarb. We were the stars of the room with everyone envying us. I can't recommend this experience enough. Worth every penny! In addition to the duck, we ordered some apps, salad and a fish dish. The seasonal cocktail Noveau Peach so refreshing and delish and dessert wine was a perfect accompaniment to the desserts. The atmosphere or the restaurant was cozy and high end. Lots of couples on cute romantic dates. The owners Yvan and Rebecca are the sweetest. I met Rebecca at our building bbq that they catered and she was just so lovely. Mentioned to her that we were going to see her the following week and she remembered me. Definitely check out Tourmaline. A true gem in FH and so happy to have them here.

We had dinner last night for the first time at Tourmaline !…read more The ambiance and service from Seth were excellent! But sadly, the pork tenderloin special that I had was tough and dry . Both my husband's and friend's hanger steak was very chewy!!! A restaurant of this quality should definitely serve a better cut of beef!!! We really looked forward to this dinner having read about the chef but were very disappointed with the entrees! The kale salad and celery root latkes were good as were the desserts. Too bad as Forest Hills is really lacking in fine dining restaurants !!!

I've long been a fan of Bistro Eloise and I've never had a bad dish there. This most recent time,…read moreI grabbed some girlfriends who have never been and we took advantage of their restaurant week menu. On a Thursday night it was quiet with only a few tables taken. Our waiter was wonderful. I started out with the Salmon Tartare which was served with toast and a salad. The salmon was delicious and so flavorful. For the main course I opted for the Steak Frites, served with a green peppercorn sauce and salad. It was wonderful, the steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly and the sauce was a nice accompaniment. They also have awesome fries. The others also loved the Duck Leg Confit and the Scampi Risotto. On to dessert and they were all sublime, I tasted them all. The Creme Brulee was lucious, the Chocolate Mousse was decadent with rich chocolate notes and the Il Fouttante was amazing. If you've never had Il Fouttante, it is a meringue floating in creme anglaise, their version was topped with caramel and pistachios; it was excellent. All the newbies agreed with how great it was and they want to return. As always Bistro Eloise delivered a fantastic dinner.

Who needs a passport when Queens has France? Took my sons to Bistro Eloise for the France vs…read more Morocco World Cup match, and the atmosphere was electric! Nothing beats watching world-class soccer in a cozy French bistro packed with fans cheering every kick. Before the game even got going, they welcomed us with warm, perfectly baked French bread and butter. That's how you know you're off to a good start. We kicked things off with the Beef Bourguignon, and wow... rich, tender, and packed with flavor. Next came the Grilled Octopus & Chorizo with paprika butter roasted fingerling potatoes--smoky, perfectly cooked, and absolutely worth ordering. Then came the heavyweight champion: Le Steak Frites. A perfectly medium-rare grass-fed strip steak covered in a green peppercorn white sauce with crispy fries. Zero complaints. Just clean plates. The match was exciting, the food was outstanding, and for a couple of hours it honestly felt like we were sitting in a little corner of Paris instead of Queens. Final verdict: I came for the World Cup, stayed for the steak, and left wondering if I should start saying "oui" instead of "yeah." If the French eat like this every day... I finally understand why they don't rush through dinner.

From the moment I walked in I was greeted as a friend.The food was excellent,chefs superb. The…read morestaff and manager are wonderful. Huge Met fan,enjoying the food from Chelsea pier seafood,meat packing district,with a fresh sushi chef while watching a double header win! The rain nor wind should keep you from experiencing Ceasar's Club!

Ceasar's club is a nice little lounge type hangout at Citi Field. If you get a seat in the 300…read morelevel you get access to it. They have some exclusive places to eat that you cant get at the rest of the stadium and when its as packed as it was for yesterdays game and the food lines are long even at the gluten free stand it can be an oasis. The place is comfy and clean, has many couches and tables and tvs everywhere so you dont miss any action. It is also air conditioned so it offers a nice break on very hot days. I opted for the newly opened Rao's outlet. Now since just being Italian does not get me a reservation at the actual restaurant (you have to be a Sopranos cast member) this was as close as Ive gotten to the famous Lemon Chicken. It was really quite good and I devoured the three drumsticks I go very fast. The meat was tender and that lemon sauce had me (discreetly) sucking on the bone. Now the price...3 ittle drumsticks and a small Brisk iced tea $18.00. Yes its a ballpark so its expected and it sure beats the crap they offered at Shea but wow. That and the fact that my friend was griping that they only had blue and orange Gatorade and not her fave red and charged her 6.00 for a bottle is the reason they got dropped a star.

We stopped into Tavern157 right when they opened at 4 on a Friday. Place was quiet, just two staff…read moreon. We asked about happy hour since Instagram said they had it, but turns out it's not a thing anymore. They owned the miscommunication and took care of us, offering $8 wine, discounts on a couple appetizers, and even a complimentary extra glass of wine to make it up. We ordered a few things off the tapas menu. The popcorn chicken, the octopus, uni and foie gras, short ribs, and beef tacos. The short ribs leaned a bit dry, but everything else was on point. Standout by far was the uni and foie gras. A little pricey for 4 pieces but very delicious. Big shoutout to the 2 staff on site, very friendly, warm and responsive throughout. I would recommend Tavern 157 if you're in the area looking for something casual with good drinks and food and not in the mood for Korean food. Just double-check happy hour before you go, as they mentioned a new one may be coming. Overall, a really enjoyable first visit.

The food was not bad, but would not say it lives up to the prices. We got a squid ink pasta which…read moreis not pictured, but it contained sea urchin that did not taste fresh at all. But, the oysters tasted pretty fresh with little to no sea water taste. The interior of this restaurant is unique and interesting with nice ambiance. The service was good at first until we asked for the bill and a 20% gratuity fee was applied which is for a party of 6 or more (as stated in the menu), but we only had 5 people. When we asked the waitress about this, she said that the statement in the menu isn't updated, and that they charge this fee on weekends because it's busier (not stated in the menu). Mind you the restaurant was completely empty when we walked in at 8pm. However, the waitress did ended up refunding us the difference for the tip.

The Scarlet Vetter says.....I was stuck at Laguardia Airport for a few hours waiting for one of the…read morelast flights out home, while receiving reports of subzero temps at our house and at least a two hour drive once I landed. Feeling very sorry for myself, I wandered over to a great looking restaurant at Laguardia featuring steak, steak, and more steak. Yum. I ordered a 12 oz New York Strip steak, medium rare, French fries, a beautiful melange of mushrooms, and a Ceasar salad. I also ordered a wonderful bottle of Pinot Noir. A bottle you say???!!!! Well, after all, I had 6 hours to kill. The Fries came long before the steak. This is a positive if you are starving. This is a negative if you are trying to balance your carbs with your protein. I also love fries with mayonnaise, not with ketchup. That is why I ordered mayonnaise and was very disappointed to find little plastic packets of mayonnaise delivered to me instead of something befitting the sixty dollar steak had just ordered. In all, my meal, without the wine, was $100 total. And yet, plastic packets. I digress. The steak arrived, and it was actually quite perfect.......perfectly cooked and juicy .....very flavorful. The mushrooms were plentiful and richly flavored. The steak came with a nice sized salad. So frankly, I never got to eat the small caesar that I ordered extra. So if I were you, I would skip any extra salad...go with the plate salad. The wine was decadent. Luscious and smooth...yum. the service was really quite good, but be prepared to order off your phone for the most part. So, if you are stuck at Laguardia, are hungry, have a $190 bucks to spare and don't mind small plastic packets of condiments....run...don't walk, to this Steakhouse.

The ambiance and decor makes you think you'll have a good experience here, not so…read more No host to show you wear to sit or if you should wait. Order via the QR, no real menus. Breakfast was over as of 10:39am on a Sunday. Order Cheese burger and Turkey club, both with fries. Sandwiches were good, fries were potato bits and cold. Try reordering, same outcome. Servers are stressed, so we had to waive one down for a refill on coffee and water. Do yourself a favor, get something better at Chopt. At least it would be healthier.

Ate here on a Sunday night with some friends. Surprisingly, the place was completely empty. I know…read moreit was a Sunday night but it didn't seem to bode well. Fortunately, the food was delicious and service was impeccable. We ordered 4 entrées to share and enjoyed everything. My favorite was the Half-Baked Chicken. The skin was so crispy and the chicken so tender. The Braised Short Rib was also really good and the crispy Brussels sprouts that come with it were the perfect amount of crispy. The other dishes we ordered were good too. We finished everything down to the last grain of rice. Half-Baked Chicken 10/10 Braised Short Rib 10/10 Creamy Pesto Garganelli with Grilled Chicken 8/10 Jumbo Seared Scallops 8/10

I had been meaning to try Bloom Botanical Bistro for a while, since it seems to be a neighborhood…read morestaple, and finally stopped in for brunch with a guest from out of town. The floral displays are fun and are probably the highlight of the visit. The space is clearly designed for photos, and I can see why it would be popular for birthdays, showers, or other special occasions. They seem to go the extra mile when it comes to creating a celebratory atmosphere. Service was excellent from start to finish. The staff at reception and at the table were attentive, friendly, and welcoming. Food-wise, we tried the Kung Pao calamari and wagyu meatballs after seeing other reviewers rave about them, but both felt a little gimmicky to me. Our group mostly stuck with more traditional brunch items, including breakfast burritos and omelettes, and those were fine. Overall, I would not necessarily come here just for the food, but I would recommend it for the atmosphere, service, and special-occasion vibe. It is a great spot if you want a pretty setting, good hospitality, and plenty of photo-friendly areas.

THEIR BRANZINO IS THE BEST IN THE CITY!!!!! YES, I SAID…read moreIT!!! ASK FOR EXTRA SAUCE ON THE SIDE!!!! This is probably my 4th or 5th visit and each visit has us ordering the Branzino, that should tell you something. Also note, I'm not a 'fish person', and I can't get enough of this Branzino. In addition to the AMAZING BRANZINO, we enjoyed steak frites, oxtail croquettes, fried calamari and a Boston wedge salad. Everything was amazing and delicious. The calamari has a sweet honey sauce drizzled on it. The salad was fresh and crisp, delicious dressing and crispy bacon included. We were very full but there's always room for dessert. Tried the key lime pie, stellar. If you're in Forest Hills be sure to check out White Radish. Staff is very friendly and amazing from beginning to end. Restaurant noise level is low to average. I'll be dreaming of that Branzino sauce tonight, ah, until next time :)

Came to Forest Hills to visit a friend and decided to eat at White Radish for lunch. We didn't…read morewant to do fast food or any food chain. And the place seems nice enough where it's not too loud. I was surprised to see only 1 other table. It's lunch time, I thought there would be more business. The service was good except the waiter kept on asking us if we wanted a starter. We politely declined a few times. The food was good. I ordered a cheeseburger and my friend ordered the 1/2 chicken. She said it was a little salty. But OK. My burger/fries was $19 and the chicken $22. Overall, it was OK. It is a nice restaurant. They should really offer lunch specials like the rest of Forest Hills restaurants. They can draw more people in for lunch. Bareburger has a lunch special $15 for any burger/fries with a soda. Mad for Chicken has lunch specials too.