Whitestone isn't what one will call a food destination bc people go to its neighbors Flushing for arguably the city's best East Asian cuisine or Bayside's bustling Bell Blvd but I'm asking you, my fellow Yelpers, to check out Bun & Bone when in Northeast Queens . As you see with their menu , burgers are starred but do not skip on the other food options and cocktails bc you will be happy. We started with 1/2 dozen each of the 2 types of oysters they have. I love oysters and consume them regularly considering it's the best HH thing to do in Manhattan on a weekday so I know fresh. B&B's are no exception when it comes to presentation , freshness and the perfect accompaniments. I normally have my oysters straight up but I I tried the cocktail sauce was it was soo good. Next my mother and I split the beef goulash soup. The kind servers absolutely accommodate us with extra bowls and spoons. It's 16oz so it is plenty for sharing after all. Let me tell you - it was the best goulash soup I've ever had. It was the best European beef soup I've had in the States. The beef was so tender and the broth was so flavorful it was comforting and , on this particular day, my dining partners needed it. It comes hot in a Le Creuset pot on a slab of wood with rustic bread. As you're eating and sopping up the broth with that bread you feel transported to medieval Europe. I will be getting this to go on days I feel under the weather. My bro had the spicy burger and mom and I split the tiger shrimp. Now, my brother is not a fan of brioche buns bc sometimes restaurants serve them not so fresh. Not here. It held up to the juicy , dripping down your hand burger like a champ. The burger patty was tender, juicy and seasoned well. If all the burgers are this good I'd say B & B will be my favorite burger place in NE Queens. Tiger shrimp were HUGE! As they should be and grilled still with their shells on. They were cooked just right so no dryness and were very fresh as the meat was firm. It came with an aioli that we didn't need bc the shrimp were good on their own. ( tip- I took some home and ate them cold with cocktail sauce the next day which was a delicious little snack for me - wish I asked for their cocktail sauce to go ) The side of fries that came with the burger was McDonald style , my favorite , and came with a fry sauce. Potato purée for the shrimp side dish was creamy and not overpowered with garlic. Hehe- I got my mom feeling groovy with their cocktails. Our favorite ? The adult milkshake! Service was 5 stars- the place has half moon booths if you're looking for a date spot. Ambience is casual I'd say but it was during the day so at night the lighting can change the mood. read more

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Restaurant serving fancy dishes with focus on quality ingredients like wagyu. Very Mushroom burger w/fries Rating 9/10 High quality, tender meat, lots of mushroom and truffle flavor. This burger has a ton of savory flavor. The texture is soft and juicy. The bread is toasted on the inside, soft on the outside. The toppings enhance the flavors. The fries are super basic, minimal flavor, just plain fries. Smoked Pork Ribs Rating 8/10 Slow cooked texture, easily falling off the bone. Pickled veggies on the side are excellent. Nicely cooked outer layer. The flavor is mild with notes of thyme and maybe rosemary. Steak Tartare Over Marrow Rating 7/10 The overall flavor is dominated by citrus flavors similar to ceviche. The meat flavor is lost in the mix. Texture is soft. The bone marrow is big and toasty. read more

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Was just there celebrating my son's 40th birthday. The burger was the best burger I've had in a very long time. The service was terrific, friendly and the place was very clean. And the music was good too! Very nice place, you'll enjoy it! read more

Bun & Bone - Burgers Near Me - Whitestone, New York

This restaurant is a great addition in Whitestone! It's unique and the food was OUTSTANDING! We started with the cheese fondue, and it came with most DELICIOUS garlic bread! We all loved it! For dinner my husband had a burger, my sister had garlic butter steak bites, and I had the colossal tiger shrimp. We all raved about our dinners all night! The colossal tiger shrimp was seasoned to perfection! The only thing missing at this restaurant is a good dessert menu. A good idea would be to add a chocolate fondue. I highly recommend Bun & Bone in Whitestone! read more

Perhaps the thing I appreciate most about Petra Rickman, the owner of Bun & Bone, is her drive to take chances and bring stylish, interesting dining to NYC. She has brought us Taco Azul, Ginger and Lemongrass (the Whitestone location was formerly here; now only the downtown Manhattan location remains), and the short-lived Langos Bar - one of her rare misses. Arguably, she has been responsible for making Whitestone a true dining destination. My friends and I visited on Sunday and ordered a variety of dishes to share, which was a great way to sample the new menu. Here is the rundown: Pate: Extremely rich with a solid layer of bone marrow butter. The portion was sizeable, perhaps a bit too much for the two slices of bread provided. Chargrilled Oysters: I was looking forward to these, but they didn't quite hit the mark. I felt the chili, maple butter, bacon rendering, and cheese obliterated rather than complemented the oyster flavor. I'd like to see this tweaked to find a balance that highlights the oyster and captures more of that "char." Moules Frites: A tasty pot of mussels. I need to order these again to give them a fair shake; there were so many strong flavors on the table that I don't think I fully appreciated them this time. Smoked White Bean Soup: A rich, filling soup with a wonderful smoky essence and large chunks of smoked pork rib. French Dip Burger: I expected this to be my favorite, but I actually enjoyed the mushroom burger more. That said, the beef onion broth was very good. Very Mushroom Burger: I am a huge fan of mushrooms on a burger because it amps up the meaty flavor so well. This was a great version. Smoky & Spicy Burger: This had a refreshing tanginess that cut through the richness of the beef perfectly. Shoestring Fries: These came with all the burgers and the mussels. They were the pinnacle of "McDonald's style" fries, which, to me, is the highest form of praise. Smoked Pork Ribs: Fall-off-the-bone tender, smoky, and delicious. We almost didn't order these because we feared it would be too much food, but I'm so happy we did. They were fantastic. The decor is a slightly tweaked version of the Ginger and Lemongrass aesthetic, though the layout remains the same. Service was very good, especially considering they are still in their soft opening period (I always consider the first month a "breaking-in" period). Thank you, Petra, for bringing this delicious change of pace north of the LIE in Queens. It is a spot I see myself frequenting (much to my doctor's dismay). Nearly every dish features decadent, tasty ingredients. I can't wait to try more! read more

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New restaurant concept by the owners of what used to be Ginger & Lemongrass. It is now a Brassiere focusing on meats (burgers) and some seafood. The interior remains the same with many comfortably spaced tables and booths. Service was friendly and attentive. They refilled water and cleared our overfilled table when we were done with a dish. We wanted to try a variety so we shared everything: -Pate: I wish there was more bread as there was really only enough for half the pate. We did ask for more bread and got a couple more slices, we also used some of the bread from the other dishes. The cold butter on top is an odd choice as it was tough to spread, maybe a softened/whipped butter on the side would do better. There also wasn't much garlic flavor in the butter. The pickles (picalilli and corniciones) on the side were great accompaniments to cut the richness of the pate. -Chargrilled Oysters: had a little bit of kick and smokiness, which does overpower the oysters. Good flavor though, but may be better on something stronger in flavor. -Moules Frites: The mussels tasted fresh. The beurre blanc was a bit light in flavor, and could use a lot more garlic. Still, it was good for dipping bread (and fries) into. -Smoked Pork Ribs: had the perfect amount of smokiness and was fall off the bone tender. -Smoked White Bean Soup: a hearty soup with a balance of ingredients in terms of flavor and quantity. The bread really soaks up the broth. It is the same pork ribs as above, so you can really taste the smokiness. We got 3 burgers, cooked medium and we asked for them to be cut in half: -French Dip Burger: good onion flavor, but not my favorite . The bun is so soft and airy that feels like it'll fall apart once it soaks up all the soup. We mostly had the soup separate. The horseradish aioli had the perfect amount of horseradish. -Very Mushroom Burger: the truffle aioli was very truffle-ly which I love. I added it to the burger for extra mushroom flavor. It pairs so well with the patty. -Smoky & Spicy: I enjoyed the crunch from the fried onions. The relish is more spicy and tangy than it is smoky. I enjoyed this either way. The chipotle aioli added a bit more spiciness, though was lighter in flavor compared to the other two aioli, so it was overshadowed. The fries that came with the burgers and moules frites were shoestring fries, which could be crispier. We had a lot leftover, and I ate them later (crisped up some more and they were perfect). I enjoyed dipping them in the aioli and beurre blanc. Overall, happy to see this new restaurant from the owners. The burgers are solid, and they use good quality ingredients. Some minor tweaks and I can see this doing really well! I will definitely be back to try other things on their menu. read more

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I was sad about ginger and lemongrass closing, but this spot made me forget all about them. The vibe is very similar on the inside as they kept some of the original decor pieces and fixtures. We came close to 3pm on the weekend and there were surprisingly a lot of people coming in and out. Since the restaurant is called bun and bone, of course we had to try one of each. We ordered a mushroom burger and the short rib. Both dishes were spectacular. The mushroom burger had a wagyu patty, which was excellent quality. The flavor was really good and of course the truffle fries were a perfect complement. The short rib was very tender and had a delicious sauce. I also loved the texture and creaminess of the mashed potatoes underneath. Given the quality and taste of everything, it was totally worth the price. My only complaint was the service. It was difficult to get any of the waiters' attention. Our watering was not refilled during our meal. read more

Bun & Bone - Burgers Near Me - Whitestone, New York

We went for burgers and we enjoyed very much - def gourmet burgers - lovely and calm surrounding - Nice Servers - Wish they had more Non alcoholic beverage choices - great addition to neighborhood - will be back soon! read more

Friendly staff and amazing food. The fondue with garlic toasted bread and steamed baby potatoes was a delightful savory appetizer. For mains, we got the butter garlic steak bites and the ham hock. We ordered the steak medium for my daughter; it was perfectly cooked pink and the meat surprisingly was just as tender as medium-rare. Remember to get the peppercorn sauce -- it's good. The side of potato puree was tasty and my daughter loved it. The ham hock was very generous portion and came out with crispy skin that you'd have to enjoy right away... don't wait otherwise the skin can toughen out. The hock meat was super juicy and the taste reminds me of Canadian bacon but gourmet style. The pickle and mustard pairings with the ham hock were a really flavorful combo! The ambience and decor are the same as the previous restaurant (Ginger and Lemongrass)-- apparently its the same owner and executive chef but has a total change of menu and type of food. They did a fantastic job and the quality of food is just as good as, maybe even better than before. read more

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Great service premium burgers excellent beef stew soup can't wait to try the other burgers and soups great music clean and great ambiance soft lighting. Full bar. A must. We will be back to try other drinks and dishes. read more

I ordered take out and the staff was very welcoming. The French Dip Berger was delicious. Loved the Gruyère and caramelized onions. The Fennel and citrus salad was refreshing and delicious. I enjoyed the hand cut grapefruit an orange pieces. Jackie H. read more

I will shamefully admit I was a bit hesitant to try it as I was somewhat attached to the former Viet fusion place. Menu here is interesting, I started with one of their well made bougie tequila cocktails and ordered the Chebooktook oysters, Grilled Camembert salad and French Dip burger. The fresh oysters alone would make me come back here. Chef here is clearly an artisan with their spin on a salad and burger. The food was delicious and I really enjoyed dipping the burger in their Au Jus. Looking forward to trying the rest of the menu. read more

Very solid solid spot. Ordered chargrilled oysters, branzino, NY frites and beef goulash soup. I can confidently say everything hit the spot - super delish. Service was excellent, very attentive and quick. I can tell our feedback mattered to the owner and he genuinely cared. Will definitely be back, along with friends. read more

Best short ribs ever , really amazing . I asked for a side of Brussel sprouts instead of mash potatoes and they accommodated my dietary needs which is important read more

Very nice. Burgers were great. Our entire group enjoyed everything. No complaints!! Great wait staff, very pleasant. Very nice decor and bar area. Wishing owners the best of luck. I feel they will do well. read more

Definitely a 10/10 must come here you won't be disappointed!!!!! The meat melts in your mouth!!