Incredible getaway without leaving NYC! Once we entered (on a whim) Pop's Cocina & Bar, I felt like…read morewe were on vacation in a foreign country. The music and elegance of the atmosphere was rejuvenating and relaxing. I was so glad we walked into this beautiful hidden gem on Jamaica Avenue. I couldn't believe that such a place existed here. I felt like I walked into a restaurant in Manhattan. We started with drinks. Kids drinks came in plastic containers while adult drinks came in glass ones. We ordered Diet Coke, Sprite, Mango juice and Strawberry juice. The juices were thirst quenching and hydrating. We had steak and eggs for the 1st time and it was perfectly pink in the center with a crispy, juicy exterior. The potatoes were just right. The Eggs Benedict was just right with the yolk oozing out after you bite into it. The fettuccine Alfredo was sauced just right, not too much or too little. The California Omelette was delicious and done just right. The kids pancake was just the way our kids liked them, with sliced strawberries on top. The strawberries were so yummy, we ordered a side of them just for our kids to munch on. It was smart to give our kids crayons to draw on the paper tablecloth. It kept them busy and helped our family create a happy memory of tic-tac-toe between parents and kids. POP's Cocina & Bar definitely deserves my Yummylicious Stamp of Approval and two thumbs up! Thank you so much for an amazing foodie experience!

A New York City feel with Woodhaven, Queens. The service was cordial and efficient. I was working…read moreand they let me work in peace. I ordered Chicharon de Pollo with rice and beans, a common, no nonsense dish. It was soon presented exquisitely with three dishes Manhattan style and nicely garnered. Sorry no picture as I soon asked for a regular plate to eat my food all together Dominican Style. Brick walls accented with floor to ceiling windows and nuvo chic music with a heavy downbeat competed for my attention. I honestly thought this was a typical diner. So the restaurant was a total surprise. The Chicharon just chicken breast, cut and fried. But it was acceptable. Ugh. 4% service charge. Not cool. I still tipped well but the meal was already over priced. I was willing to make an exception but I also had to wait at the bar for my final bill.

Food amazing just ask for it fresh it's delicious service its so good the guy ran from the…read morerestaurant to our car just to give us some sauce mind you this is IN THE RAIN definitely recommend

This tiny Dominican restaurant has some amazing dishes. My…read morefavorite is the Shrimp in Garlic Sauce with Yellow Rice, Red Beans and Plantains. Portions are large, quality is consistent, excellent service and prices.

The food here is always amazing, whenever I place an order for delivery I always order the pepper…read moresteak with rice and beans or their breaded chicken chunks with yellow rice and beans. I'd say it's by far one of the best Dominican Restaurant in the neighborhood.

Debería llamar al IRS por el fraude con dinero en efectivo que cometen…read more I should call the irs for the cash fraud they do They give the wrong food they do not accommodate and they rob you of your change I will never eat here again Te dan la comida equivocada, no se adaptan a tus peticiones y te roban el cambio. Nunca volveré a comer aquí.

Ordered the food to go. The location is small because it's to go. The service is nice but be…read morecareful with your order and double check everything. Ordered 4 of the same meals, came out to $100. One had dietary restriction- no egg, no pork, no sausage. The other had an allergy restriction- no egg. The reminder orders were good. The dietary one, had egg in it!!! I had to check the allergy one before I gave it to the person for fear we would need an epiPen. Luckily but still cautious, we didn't. The dietary one couldn't eat the food though, it was given away to a homeless person. We were too far in another city by the time we released the mistake on foods, hence why I said check everything. The taste: it lacked flavor. The best thing on the plate was the Maduros (sweet plantains), avocado, and that green sauce (which they only give small containers for purchase). Would I recommend? Not really. If in a pinch maybe.

Tried Super Pollo To Go and was greeted with complimentary fresh tortilla chips with salsa to…read morestart. I went with the 1/4 chicken combo, which came with rice, beans, a fried egg, and a side salad topped with avocado. The chicken itself had great flavor -- the white meat was a little on the dry side (as expected), but still seasoned well enough to keep it enjoyable. The spicy green sauce and garlic sauce on the table were both excellent and really tied everything together. My total came to $21.78 after tax. Overall, a flavorful and satisfying meal with some solid extras that make the experience stand out.

Amazing homemade empanadas and surf and turf on arepas still linger in my mind and taste bugs weeks…read moreafter our culinary indulgence. Ithe beef sancocho soup was so satisfying and comforting, I find myself craving it on rainy days as well as sunny days. It's like a taste of home, where the heart is. I would definitely come back and recommend to all my family & friends. Arepalicious definitely deserves my Yummylicious Stamp of Approval & two thumbs up from me!

One of my go-to vendors when I'm at a Mets game. They have a booth at Citi Field, so when a friend…read morewas visiting and wanted empanadas, I knew exactly where to go. The restaurant itself is in a great spot with lots of parking in the back and right off the Belt Parkway. It feels like a party when you walk in, and the smell of the food just caresses your nose. Fair warning: the portions are deceptive and way bigger than you'd expect. If you're with a group, I highly recommend starting with the Sueño Llanero platter. It has a little bit of everything and is great for sharing. For entrées, you can't go wrong with the arepas. The only downside is the toppings are piled on top, so they can get a little messy when you bite into them. Overall, love it. Just stock up on napkins and bring a friend.

I hopped off the L train after another day of starving myself so that I can eat at least 2,000…read morecalories at dinner. That's just the way I like to move idk. My destination was Super Pollo in Ridgewood, as it is the most recommended chicken spot in my comments and DMs that I have yet to hit. After 9 stops and a brisk 13 minute walk, I arrived at the promised land. I got this tingly feeling when I saw a Smart Car wrapped in Super Pollo branding. "Super Pollo" was written in bold yellow lettering and there was an animated chicken with "SP" on his chest like a superhero. I'm really not a car guy, but this is my dream whip. Legendary. I walked in and got a table for 1 like a nerd loser, but these chicken reviews tend to be a solitary practice. I feel Van Gogh. I got the half chicken and 2 sides combo ($17) and a side of maduros ($6) for the city. On the surface, this chicken looked like one of the greats. The skin was perfectly golden brown and so crispy. It crackled when I touched it with my fork. However, I got trojan-horsed a bit. The bird itself was just a bit dry. It wasn't so dry where it was killing me, but compared to the greats, it just didn't have the same tender juicy meat. The green sauce was AMAZING and made it to die for, but you must judge a chicken pre sauce. Otherwise we are just judging sauce. It was very well seasoned though and had so much flavor. I thoroughly enjoyed this meal, and it's still in my A-tier ranking for chicken spots. I'm just a rotisserie chicken snob at this point. 8.7/10. If I lived anywhere near here, I'd be coming at least 3 times a week. Nothing better after a good workout than pollo a la brasa. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__

This place has been reliably great for years! I always get the 1/4 chicken (dark meat) with the…read moreavocado salad and choice of side. My favorite side is tostones - I make mini sandwiches with the chicken, avocado salad and tostones dip them in that green sauce, which is crack! Never gets old.

Great food, beautiful furniture and views! We came here in early spring, so finding street parking…read morewasn't too bad. The wings stood out to me because the garlic and pepper flakes were so aromatic. I was able to ask for the crab fried rice without soy sauce and they were very accommodating. The tom kha soup was yummy and i'd get it again. The only thing i'd pass on next time is the roti. Docked one star because the seats were pretty, but not super comfortable to sit on. It isn't enough to deter us from coming back since the food and views are great, but just something I wanted to note.

The we came in looked at the menu which looked very very good…read more The place looked even nicer/ clean/ nice band playing and the view was amazing as well. The service was definitely great everyone always walked by and asked if we are good or not. The drinks were great as well. Then came the curry puffs barely tasted like curry and dough although not bad but a bit undercooked. Then came the grilled calamari. ZERO flavor!! But the sauce wasn't bad so we had to ask for extra portion to drench it. And the whole thing was a really nice big portion BUT fully hard to chew, undercooked, the thin lining was still around some pieces and pulling as you tried to chew through , and the whole thing was just hard to chew and eat. Maybe 6 rings were ok to chew and were cooked through but zero excuse. We still want to come back and give it another chance but I really hated that we wasted a meal trying so under satisfying. Let's see.‍

Batesys is a barbecue restaurant in Rockaway Beach, just a few blocks from the beach. I stopped in…read morewith a few friends after a beach day on a weekend, and it was a great spot to grab some food and drinks. We started with the Henny Colada, which is an excellent spin on a piña colada. We got the regular size ($13 each plus tip and tax), but you can also get a 25 oz. version packaged in a can to take to the beach, which is a fun option. For food, we ordered a few sides to share: the cornbread, coleslaw, and potato salad, along with a pound of brisket ($32) and a brisket sandwich. The brisket was very good, flavorful and tender, and the barbecue sauce was also very good. The sides were well-priced, enjoyable, and easy to share, and they complemented the brisket nicely. We sat outside, and the service was quick and friendly. If you are in Rockaway, Batesys is definitely worth a stop, especially after a day at the beach. Very much recommend!

Good basic BBQ, With…read moreexcellent brisket and nice sides. A great option in Rockaway, better than the usual red sauce and bagel store fare available here