Takeout order: We…read moreenjoyed the food. The teriyaki had a nice selection of vegetables. The salad that came with it was tasty, and had the dressing premixed in (not my usual experience with salads from Japanese restaurants). The vegetable dumplings were tasty. The udon was well prepared and had an almost chicken soup taste. Grubhub's delivery could've been better, but no fault to the restaurant.

I went to get dinner on July 4 at 6pm and it was amazing. The only reason it doesn't have four…read morestars is because I ordered mango sticky rice, and all the condensed milk spilled in the bag. But it was very good. Otherwise, the the steam shumai was delicious and all the regular rolls were discounted that day so I got an eel avocado, a California, a spicy tuna and a Boston roll and they were all delicious.

The pan fried dumplings are so delicious! We got a few varieties. They make them fresh so the wait…read moreit a while to eat, but worth it. The steamed dumplings were good but fell apart before picking them up, so we don't recommend those.

My strong proclivity for dumpling noodle soup continues as a predilection of Chinese comfort food…read moreas my cultural roots origin. When life is lackadaisical and you need an uplifting force or encouragement for catharsis to be resilient as an awakening, dumplings are summoned. It brings presence to every bite for awareness and genuine aliveness. My emotional pain cannot be disconnected for healing. As I sat in silence I checked my email waiting for my order fulfillment and arrival. This business is a local cafe, not quite a restaurant but very Asian specifically a medley of Chinese dumplings and heavy Japanese decor atmosphere. I was very bewildered of this dumpling business is Japanese or Chinese cuisine, or possibly both incorporated? Asian fusion? Japanese beckoning cat, maneki-neko 招き猫, is heavy presence for decor atmosphere throughout the entire cafe. There is one large Japanese beckoning cat with one paw raised in a beckoning gesture by the cash wrap register. This beckoning cat is adorable! The menu is very simple offerings but does not describe the contents in detail. It is not a extensive list as it is a cafe. The server/cashier advise to order first, sit to eat and pay last like a full service restaurant. This business has been listed in my Yelp bookmark to try for a long time. The slightly warm temperature has teased me to induce Spring Fever as the first full day post Daylight Saving Time, 2026 and I was outdoors for walk as exercise. Sauces and condiments are available at a station counter. There is one large TV. Background music is somewhat loud audible and sourced by Spotify. Customer service is average. There is one unisex facility on the premise and is relatively clean. There is a small parking lot in the front shared with neighboring businesses. This business is located in a small shopping complex named Metro Plaza. Chicken dumpling noodle soup, $12.00 The dumplings were pan seared fried, unfortunately not traditionally boiled especially for noodle soup. The dumplings are average. The noodles were rice vermicelli with half boiled egg and scallions in Japanese Tonkotsu Ramen soup base broth. The Japanese Tonkotsu Ramen soup base broth and half boiled egg is a replica of Japanese Ramen noodle soup. It was served piping hot. Chinese soup spoon Tangzhi ladle where the end is at a angle is provided with one disposable wooden chopstick as utensils. Jasmine Tea, cold $1.50 This was awful! It was one tea bag filled with ice. I did not taste the Jasmine aromatic flavor. Stay away from ordering any drink as Song Dumpling Cafe is good for dumplings. It is certainly no bubble tea business to obtain quality Chinese tea. After my MTA NYC Transit SBS Q52 bus ride, I walked from Woodhaven Boulevard moving east on Metropolitan Avenue to gain access.

This was my second time dining here, and I thoroughly enjoyed it once again…read more After enjoying a delicious meal paired with a fantastic all-jazz performance, I'm already looking forward to coming back. I ordered the short ribs and the five-onion soup again, and both were excellent. The service was spot-on and impressively quick--my food arrived in under 15 minutes. The owner is also really cool; he personally greets guests and makes a point of chatting with the performers to ensure they're comfortable. This is a wonderfully romantic spot. The beautiful flowers add such a nice touch (as I mentioned in my previous review). While it's not fully upscale, it has an elevated, sophisticated vibe that makes you want to dress up for the occasion. Highly recommended!

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.

Went last night to a wonderful fundraiser at this restaurant last night…read more "Cocktails for a Cause", which raised much needed dollars for Life's Worc, Garden City NY, for individuals with special needs. It was spectacular! The owner DONATED, YES DONATED everything! The food was so delicious and the atmosphere was perfect. They opened the restaurant just for this event! They will be opening for business shortly, please visit. You will not be disappointed.

The food is good but pricey. I really like the fish,…read moreoctopus and chips. The service is fine. It is a nice restaurant.

Delicious food. Attentive service Quiet and elegant…read more Highly recommended. The Napoleon desert is to die for.

Went for lunch today to celebrate a friend's birthday. Very pleasant afternoon. Decor was simple,…read morewhich added to the aesthetic. It was very quiet and only a few other tables in use when we got there but was filling up by the time we left. Food was delicious! I got the fish special and it was amazing. Cappuccino was great, no sugar needed. Waitstaff were very attentive and friendly

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 !!!

This restaurant is absolutely amazing. The appetizers and the main course the drinks and the…read moredessert absolutely a 10. Our serve Lawrence super attentive and the crew working with him amazing. The ambience gives that really homey feeling. It's like the neighborhood staple. Cheers to the chef and staff. Absolutely delicious. Appetizers 10 Service 8 Main course10 The octopus was absolutely cooked to perfection

"If you really want to hear about it, Ive eaten a few times at Radici Restaurant up on Metropolitan…read moreAvenue, anither stones throw from home. The whole setup just depresses the hell out of me, honestly. ​They've got these fancy looking square pizzas that look like they're gonna get framed and displyed at the Museum of Modern Food like some kind of art or something. I've eaten the one that is loaded with folds of prosciutto and cheese, is it the Angel and the Devil? I think it is and the other one ive scarfed down is covered in pepperoni and melted cheese, its more traditional in the basic ingredients I prefer from the circle pies. The two I've eaten were quite good. I mean, you cant walk right in and order a slice to go even if you're starving, you must order the whole kahuna. But some people act like getting pizza in this place like this makes them bloody sophisticated, but were all under the same glistening lights above. ​The guy to my left had some kind of tagliatelle with meat sauce and grated cheese, it was sitting in a patterned bowl which i kept looking back at and admiring. I liked the way it looked upon the wooden table below. You order off these sleek paper menus laid out for you, its the main menu and there is a separate Drinks Menu with cocktails, and a wine list and beers. It's a lot of work for me, you know. making me read through a whole booklet just to decide what kind of booze that I want to drink with my meal, I can be occasionally lazy regardingsuch matters. ​Inside, the dining room is all warm lighting and exposed wood, with people sitting at tables reading their menus, eatingvand drinking and trying to have a grand, important evening out. Look, the food tastes fine, pizza and pasta are hard to mess up, but it's not the life changing culinary event that Metropolitan has needed for quite some time.

Elmhurst has great Thai food but sometimes I need a spot closer to home and this is it!…read more Mae Chan's interior isn't anything to boost about, but when I went during prime time, there were several tables still available. This restaurant is a mom and pop shop and the owners are very friendly! The pad sew ew is one of my fave. The crispy pork is delicious as well but could be fried a little bit longer to give it that extra crispiness. Would definitely come back again especially to support a small business that serves delicious food. Parking around the area is a nightmare though. One thing I would

Excellent food and service. The server was very nice and kept our cup of water filled. They have a…read morenice lunch special and was very full leaving. Nice sudden interior. Got the Pad Thai and Pad See Ew. Very good. Will come back again.

Nick's Bistro serves seriously good Greek food, and you can tell the whole team takes pride in what…read morethey do--from the servers to the cooks and manager. I went on a quiet Tuesday and basically had the place to myself. They even showed me around the back, which was pretty cool and made me appreciate the operation even more. I tried the lemon stuffed cabbage because I wanted something besides the usual gyro. Remember to always eat your vegetables! The decor is great for a date, great lighting. I found plenty of street parking. It is a place that clearly cares about what they serve.

Intimate and cozy, this is where the locals of Forest Hills come to enjoy delicious Greek fare. The…read moreservers are all very attentive and helpful with suggestions. Came with some friends for lunch. We all got various combinations of the mixed plate and an order of fried calamari. The calamari was lightly breaded in a flaky batter that brought out the flavors of the squid. Cooked to perfection it was tender, not chewy. As for the mixed platters, we had lamb gyro and the souvlakis as well as the lemon potatoes and fries. The lemon potatoes were perfectly seasoned and had a nice tartness to each bite. The lamb gyro was tender. The chicken souvlaki being moist and flavorful is the barometer for the level of detail that goes into every plate served.

I had a craving for some wonton soup and egg foo young while driving on Metropolitan Ave. Saw this…read moreplace and took a chance. It looks run down inside. The lady at the counter wasn't too friendly. She was professional enough. took my order and it was ready in a timely fashion. The food was very good! The wonton soup had pieces of pork (most places do not) The egg foo young was really yummy! I would definitely go back!

Best Chinese Takeout Restaurant in NYC!!!I've tried a lot of Chinese takeout spots in NYC, but this…read moreone truly stands out. Usually, takeout dishes come with overly thick sauces that look unappetizing and feel heavy--but not here. The flavors are fresh, well-balanced, and surprisingly close to what you'd get at a dine-in Chinese restaurant. You can really taste the difference in quality. If you're craving Chinese food that doesn't feel like your typical greasy takeout, this place is a must-try!