To help prevent the spread of coronavirus, one of the best things we can practice is social distancing. The downside? Many local businesses (including restaurants) are suffering.
Ordering takeout or delivery is a great way to help keep those places afloat, so if you'd like to have that pasta delivered to your door — go for it! Simply follow these guidelines for ordering delivery right now.
1. Milkflower = some of the best wood-fired pizza you'll ever have the pleasure of consuming. Opt for their Van Dammer pie, which features Brussels sprouts, truffle oil, mozzarella, black pepper, and egg.
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Yelp review: "This pizza is heavenly. If you have a big appetite, get a pie per person. Amongst the two of us, we got two pies: the Van Dammer and the Spicy Sopressata. The crust is thin yet soft and doughy. I normally don't like thin crust pizza because it's usually too crunchy, but this was perfect. The Van Dammer was definitely something unique; topped with Brussels sprouts and a few eggs, plus the added truffle oil packed great flavor. The sopressata was definitely my favorite of the two. The saltiness of the sausage and the sweetness of the tomatoes complimented each other so well." —Jessica L.
Delivery options: Caviar
Address: 34-12 31st Ave, Astoria, NY 11106
2. Looking for huge portions of schnitzel, French onion soup, and pierogis to warm your soul? Koliba certainly ~Czechs~ off all those boxes.
Yelp review: "Wow. WOW. Koliba is an excellent restaurant, and definitely the best Czech and Hungarian food I've had in NYC so far. Delicious, beyond filling, and best of all, affordable. The place feels like an Eastern European cottage: small, cozy, and warm, with a couple of stuffed animal heads on the wall. The service was attentive and personable, and the waiter put us in the very right direction for choosing our dishes for the night. Be aware that all these dishes come in HUGE portions, so come hungry or ready to bring home some leftovers." —Charley K.
Delivery options: Doordash
Address: 31-11 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
3. For fresh and authentic Greek food, Taverna Kyclades will hit the spot. Delicious octopus and fresh feta are two menu highlights, but reviewers swear you can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
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Yelp review: "Everyone knows this place because it has the reputation for having the best Greek food in New York. Fact. The food is fantastic and you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. I had the grilled octopus, assortment of dips, saganaki cheese, and fried calamari. No regrets; everything is cooked perfectly. Order yourself a carafe of house wine while you're at it, because when in Greece! Also, the complimentary dessert is pretty dope." —Jackie S.
Delivery options: Call directly at (718) 545-8666
Address: 33-07 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105
4. Read my lips: burek. This traditional Balkan dish can and should be consumed from Djerdan Burek Astoria, where the flaky hand-stretched phyllo dough (stuffed with cheese or meat) is guaranteed to be fresh.
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Yelp review: "As a Balkan girl, I say hats off to this place! They got it right! My family visited me from Vermont and they wanted a taste of Bosnia that they cannot get in other parts of the US, so we came here. Everything was fresh, especially the burek. They gave big pieces, so you definitively get a bang for you buck. We got a fresh liquid yogurt that went along with the meal. Since my parents are both cooks, it is hard to please them, especially with Bosnian food. They were shocked at how much it tasted like home. Every time they visit NYC, they always ask to come here." —Jasna N.
Delivery options: Seamless, Grubhub, Doordash, Postmates
Address: 3404 31st Ave, Astoria, NY 11106
5. For the love of fresh sushi, immediately order from Watawa. Their rock shrimp salad is heavenly, the chicken teriyaki is amazing, and — duh — the sushi is out of this world.
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Yelp review: "BEST sushi in Astoria! This restaurant is consistently the best spot if you are craving sushi. It's always fresh! The service is on point and the decor is nice! I've been here a ton of times and never leave disappointed!" —Christina F.
Delivery options: Grubhub, Doordash, Seamless
Address: 33-10 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105
6. Order Il Bambino for delicious paninis. Brunch menu highlights include the Gettin' Piggy With It: soppressata, scrambled eggs, onion marmalade, basil pesto, and pecorino Romano all toasted to perfection.
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Yelp review: "This is one of those places that's a must-go if you love paninis. I have to say that it's up to par with some of the paninis in Italy (and if you're flying to Italy, it's usually for pizza, not panini). I think the reason why is that their bread is consistently good, light in ingredients with the crunchy exterior contrasting the soft interior. That's how you make good bread (IMO, YMMV)." —Lesie H.
Delivery options: Caviar, Grubhub, Seamless
Address: 34-08 31st Ave, Queens, NY 11106
7. From chicken tikka masala to beef curry, Taste of Bengal delivers authentic Indian food that is a delight to both your taste buds and your wallet (this place = super affordable).
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Yelp review: "This is one of my favorite restaurants in the area, hands down! The food is absolutely amazing and never disappoints. The meat is always tender and flavorful; vegetable dishes are also delicious! It's a quiet and cozy little gem and the owner/staff is super sweet. If you like authentic Indian food, come here! Service is always perfect and seriously...the food is sooo good." —Michelle R.
Delivery options: Grubhub, Seamless, Uber Eats
Address: 2827 31st St, Astoria, NY 11102
8. For New Orleans in New York, add Sugar Freak to your foodie bucket list. FYI: Steer clear of this place if you're indecisive because you will struggle to choose between a po' boy, jambalaya, mac and cheese, charbroiled oysters, and crawfish.
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Yelp review: "Man oh man, this is one of the best food spots in Astoria! Their po' boys are some of the best I have EVER had. Ever! Their service is always friendly and portions are perfect. I have to say that this is one of my all-time favorite restaurants in the whole of NYC! If you're a foodie, you cannot miss coming here." —Jerry A.
Delivery options: Grubhub, Seamless
Address: 37-11 30th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11103
9. Thai cuisine devotees, listen up: Enthaice belongs on your foodie bucket list. Mussaman curry, pad see ew, classic fried rice — all of it is overwhelmingly delicious.
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Yelp review: "I don't even know where to begin. My boyfriend and I came here this afternoon and did not have a wait for a table, and everything was magic from there. We ordered the mango fish and it was PERFECTION. I don't even know how to recommend that enough. The flavors were intense and balanced out perfectly with the mango and sauce. We also ordered the laab, which is spicy AND ALSO PERFECT. Seriously, such authentic flavors. Additionally, the service was attentive and wonderful. This was a perfect experience." —Alyssa L.
Delivery options: Seamless, Doordash, Grubhub, Postmates
Address: 33-20 31st Ave, Long Island City, NY 11106
10. Agnanti serves up delicious Greek food. If you're craving grilled seafood or fresh feta, this is the spot you'll want to consider.
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Yelp review: "I lived in Greece for a year and I have spent a lot of time trying to find the best/most authentic Greek food in NYC. Agnanti is my hands-down favorite. It just tastes right to me! The menu here is more focused on mezes, or small plates, than big entrees, though you can get both. I love the moussaka, the soutzoukakia (meatballs) and the Greek salad (go for the traditional cucumbers, tomatoes and olives with feta on top). It's affordable too! Overall, what can I say? It's the real deal." —Emily Z.
Delivery options: Grubhub, Doordash, Seamless
Address: 19-06 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105
11. Shady Lady is known for its bottomless brunch, but you can't exactly go out for mimosas right now. No fear! You can still order everything from fluffy pancakes to chicken and waffles to turn your at-home brunch into a delicious affair.
Yelp review: "I've been here SO many times, and I am yet to ever be disappointed. The service is exceptional and the staff is very kind. We did bottomless brunch here on a Saturday; there was a short wait of about 30 minutes or so but luckily the weather was good. Once we were seated, we ordered drinks and our meals. The brunch was truly bottomless — once our glasses started to empty the waiter was there refilling it! It was coming so fast I had to slow myself down haha! The food is amazing. The menu has barely changed since I started coming here in 2016 and four years later I'm still happy. I always enjoy my visit and I'm sure you will too." —Nicholas V.
Delivery options: Seamless, Grubhub, Postmates
Address: 34-19 30th Ave, Astoria, NY 11103
The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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