This is another good Jamaican spot worth trying in the Far Rockaway area. They did not have roti…read moreskin during the time I went but they had stew chicken which was good. This place does take credit and debit cards. One of the cons about this place is that you do not get to see the food. Everything is made fresh to order. Parking is limited. If you are staying in the hotels across the street give this place a try. You and your taste buds will not be disappointed.

- The counter woman was extremely patient with my requests and questions…read more- She was extremely accommodating - She gives plenty o food - They take card - You don't get to see the food - I liked the oxtail - rice is good - plantain is good - he stew fish looked good, altho i did not try it - It is some of the best in the neighborhood - jerk chicken is good, but it could have been warmer - they are not stingy with the gravy

I usually come for a pint of crema. This time (8/24/26), I ordered the oxtail pasta and the curry…read moreshrimp with black rice. Did NOT disappoint. Evertlything full of flavor with just the right spice / bit of heat. Big thanks to Steven for the great food! Will be back to hopefully try their stew peas.

I went again & they did not disappoint. Well I will say I went for oxtail but they didn't have…read moreanymore. So I got stewed chicken which was also very good. The service was good at first, she was on the phone & wasn't attentive but I think she realized & changed her attitude.

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!

Cute restaurant near Rockaway beach for a quick bite after or before. They welcoming and kind, and…read morewe were able to quickly order our food and enjoy. Food was good. There wasn't that many options for what we were looking for so we ended up here. We wanted seafood specifically, but when we asked they did not have what we wanted available even though google maps told us they would. Sad. Nonetheless, we enjoyed the brisket and shrimp skewer. The bathroom always has a line. People come in regardless if they're customers or not to use the restroom. The whole time I was inside (45-ish minutes) at the restaurant there was a line. I gave up and just ended up using baby wipes on my face instead of washing it.

If you haven't been to sands recently please give them a try! They're under new ownership. I've…read morebeen a couple times this month. The service is great. Joseph the top bartender is one consistent thing about this establishment. When I walk in and see him there, I feel assured that I will have a great cocktail and great service. The new decor is beautiful and doesn't look cheaply thrown together like some other places in the area. I've tried the garlic shrimp meal and the Rasta pasta recently. Both delicious I definitely recommend.

My best friend and I came here on Friday night for her birthday dinner and unfortunately were…read moredisappointed. There wasn't many people despite it being a weekend, which I found surprising, but the dj was good and maintained the ambience. There was only one waitress for the entire restaurant therefore the whole dining experience became frustrating. She was very pleasant ; however, overworked and did did not allow us to order our entrees with the rest of our order. The drinks and appetizers were really good. I ordered a Pina colada and my best friend ordered a rum punch, both of which were strong. For apps we ordered the Ackee spring rolls and cod fish fritters. Everything was delicious, but we were hungry and had to wait to input our entree orders, resulting in us waiting an extra 30min. What became frustrating is that the couple next to us who came long afterwards was able to order everything at once and was eating their appetizers and entrees while we were still waiting for our oxtail and curry goat. This was extremely upsetting, especially because we requested to do so several times and the waitresses insisted that she was coming back. I understand that she had a lot on her plate, which is why we wanted to get everything out of the way at once. The food was delicious and fresh; however the service was definitely lacking.

Really nice people and really good omelette. The wait was a bit long but food made with love.read more

This place is delicious and healthy and worth the wait. Great for breakfast or lunch. I like the…read moresalmon and the greens. They also make their own pineapple ginger juice and bbq sauce. Super nice space!

A pretty solid Diner and a satisfactory trip to the way there. It's definitely a popular joint,…read moredespite the pretty massive size of the spot, there were a lot of people there on a Tuesday morning. Despite the traffic, service time didn't take a hit from it. The waitress kindly took my order and I got all of my food within 10 minutes. I had the Fried Mozzarella for a starter, Chicken Caesar Honey Wrap with waffle fries for the entree and Iced Tea because I figured dessert would be too much for both my appetite and wallet. The Fried Mozzarella pieces had a type of pull that you would expect and one I haven't seen in awhile. It was delightful in taste and texture. The Ceasar Wrap and Waffle Fries were very filling. It was very good but it felt like I over ordered on food again so I finished as much as I could. I've had a pretty good meal at a fair enough price. The place has a lot to offer so you'll find something there.

I still can't not say this but NY Diners are not your typical diners for anyone who is not from NY…read more These diners are restaurants in disguise !!! lol But as any diner there is a very extensive menu and something for every palate. We came after church for a birthday brunch. And the tunes were all gospel. The serve me was nice and attentive. This menu is Caribbean at heart 'n You can expect the over the top desserts. I had their bacalitos and jerk Salmon and we had a cheesecake for dessert. This bread basket with onion bread and cornbread nice and warm is a hit !!

I met a friend for dinner. Since she is from Brooklyn and I was staying in Queens she suggested…read moreKandela. EXCELLENT CHOICE! There is a parking lot and if you are lucky you get a spot! The parking lot serves all the businesses in this collection of businesses. The entrance is gorgeous with a big Dia de Los Muertos mural as you enter. The person greeting me is very friendly. The entire restaurant is very clean and has ample seating. I was seated while I waited for my friend. I ordered a red wine sangria. It had a good amount of fruit in it, was perfectly chilled, and not too sweet. We each ordered fajitas. I ordered shrimp. I was able to sub flour tortillas for corn. The portion was so big I had enough for another meal. Everything came out together, perfectly hot, with sides of salsa and seasoned sour cream. There were also sides of rice, black beans, and cotija cheese. My friend has a non alcoholic Mojito. I also had a tamarind Jarritos soda. We each ordered a sweet. My friend had churros. They came with three flavors of dipping sauce. I ordered the house made flan. The custard was great! The caramel was burnt. I feel the prices are very reasonable considering this is NYC, and the cost of food now a days. If I am ever in the area again I will definitely return to try more of their extensive amazing menu!

Went for taco Tuesday and I can say I've had better flavorful tastier tacos. Maybe it Iwas an off…read moreday or because it was busy being taco Tuesday but my steak and chicken taco left nothing to be desired. Missed the mark on the seasoning & sauce as they were bland! My partner ordered the battered chicken cutlet and guess what?? No seasoning at all! We took it home and made chicken parm. Extremely disappointed. We look forward to going out having a good time with food and drinks and this was horrible. Not our 1st time coming here but always want to give businesses a second chance. They failed. Margaritas you can't go wrong. Kudos to others that find their food exceptional and delicious. Margaritas were good. Can't go wrong there. Music was also good just hard to hear and communicate but that doesn't bother me. My opinion Have a great day

If you're looking for a nice spot to hang out with your girls after work on a Friday, I highly…read moresuggest Red Crab in RVC! Between the food, the ambience, and especially the 90s R&B music selection, you'll be moving in your seat, belting out the lyrics to your favorite "old school" song all while licking your fingers after digging into your seafood boil and getting a little tipsy off your specialty cocktail. If you wanna party hard and mingle, then park a seat at the bar up front, but for a more chill vibe go to the main room in the back. Hopefully your server's name is Chris, cause he's a great time!

Such delicious food! Tried this on a whim when I was in the area and had since gone back because of…read morethe delicious food. Usually get the weekend special (which you can get any day of the week!) which is more than enough. Garlic butter with seasoning, with or without some mild spice is great. And the Cajun fries so good! The place is a little quirky, but the staff is always so nice. And they are always playing really good music! Always a great time. Check it out!