I was so wonderfully surprised to find this vegetarian and vegan diner. The name alone, Smile of…read morethe Beyond, is so unique and quirky, and I loved it. They always have vegan pancakes on the menu, but when I went, the special was vegan peach and mango pancakes piled high with vegan whipped cream and a little cinnamon. They were some of the most flavorful vegan pancakes I've ever had. The vegan bacon was the best I've ever had, perfectly crisp. The Ginger Blast drink was the perfect spicy, refreshing addition. The whole place has such a peaceful, distinctive vibe. They play soothing, meditative music, like the kind you'd hear in a spa, and they have cute inspirational cards that make the experience feel even more special. The diner has been around since 1972, and that sense of character really comes through. It's owned and operated by students of spiritual teacher, poet, and philosopher Sri Chinmoy, which helps explain the calm, uplifting atmosphere. If you're anywhere near here, definitely go.

Since Champs Diner closed, I've been looking for a new vegan/vegetarian diner and recently heard…read moreabout this one in Jamaica. We went on a Saturday morning, which was busy but it was only a 10 minute wait for a roomy booth. We ordered a vegan egg, cheese and sausage sandwich and a vegan Philly cheesesteak. The Philly was delicious and the flavor was amazing. The breakfast sandwich was just okay. One thing I was surprised about was that nothing else came with our orders, unlike general diners. No greens, breakfast hash, fries, etc. So when ordering, keep that in mind. The strawberry banana smoothie was so good and the ginger shot was good value for the price. We were still a bit hungry so we grabbed a cookie from the front cashier and had it added to our bill. I would come back, pretty much because it's the only vegetarian/vegan diner that I know of.

Fast service here. Delicious deli sandwiches! I've tried a few different combinations of sandwiches…read morehere. My favorite combo had bacon, egg, tomato, lettuce, and chicken. There's a menu board with photo options for sandwiches along with a description of what is in each of them. There are also options for juices and smoothies here.

Been coming here as a kid along with my siblings. We all really enjoy the food here. The service is…read morealso good I usually order the hillside special or chopped cheese

Great customer service. Cozy atmosphere. I tried oneof their signature cold drinks- coconut…read morecinnamon cream latte. It was delicious, not overly sweet, you could still taste the coffee.

Compass Café is a coffee shop in South East Queens. They are known for its unique drinks, creative…read morebreakfast/brunch, and support for global mission outreach. It offers a variety of coffee, tea, and food items like waffles, sandwiches, and desserts. I was parched for my morning NY run and in need for a cold drink. I end up at this quaint coffee shop. I ordered their Iced Coffee x light milk and egg salad croissant sandwich. The cold drink was very refreshing and perfectly made to my liking. As for the food, it was decent enough to get my energy up. Cafe's interior was modest with few tables and very spacious. Staff were attentive and industrious. Prices were fairly inexpensive. Overall, I had a good experience and enjoyed my drink.

Their chicken soup is good. I got a small with a curry chicken patty/ cocoa bread. Solid lunch…read morefood. Sometimes they have attitudes but that's every Jamaican restaurant. No seating, no indoors, just a pick up and go place.

Excellent beef patty; I tried the spicy and it was delicious. The coco bread was also very good,…read morebut my personal taste is to eat the beef patty on its own. I ate the coco bread separately and enjoyed it. It was soft and fluffy and mild in flavor. A got here a few minutes before it opened, and by the time it opened, there were 5 people behind him on the line. We'll be back to try the other flavors!

Oh my goodness!!!! So I work right around the corner from this place. It's the only good place to…read moreget lunch and at an incredible price. 1 sandwich will last me two days. And wait until you see the picture. Guys are super cool and chill vibes. I find myself getting stuff I can never find in Manhattan.

Tony's Jamaica Market is a small quick stop deli, conveniently located close to the MTA subway and…read moreLIRR station. It's on Supthin Blvd and parking can be a hit or miss. Inside is small, the front by the register is full of signs tape around the window. The isles are stocked with rice, dry candy and bread. If your not here for the sandwiches, I suggest checking the dates on everything else. If your not sure what to order the menu choices are on a Boars Head board with different sandwich options and the prices are displayed. Prices were reasonable, mostly below $10.00. In addition to deli sandwiches, they make breakfast sandwiches as well. The guy behind the counter had patience, and accommodated my order. I initially ordered the Honey Baby from the menu, as he wrote down my order, I changed my mind and replaced the honey mustard for mayo and the swiss cheese for provolone. The sandwich bread was soft, the turkey was sliced thin and folded. It was neatly wrapped and cut. I would go back again and try the turkey pastrami.