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    Farid Kebab

    3.9 (81 reviews)
    InexpensiveHalal, Egyptian, Food Trucks
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Sandwich kofte
    Moe T.

    Famous for their kofta sandwich it no mystery why. It's delicious. All you get is charcoal grilled kofta with tahini and arugula on a fresh roll and that's all you need. It's perfect. I wouldn't hesitate to try anything off the grill here

    Kofta Kebab Sandwich
    Kelly B.

    My favorite food cart in Queens! Kofta Kebab Sandwiches are delicious.. goodness.. nothing else to say about that. I mean the flavor is perfect. Ask for extra white sauce. I suggest calling ahead and making sure that they are open before walking down to the cart. Usually after 5/6pm they are stationed on Steinway.

    Don't think they deliver, they're always too busy when I stop by.
    William P.

    This is my favorite food cart in Astoria, in a crowded great place for street food. Halal half chicken, chicken and beef kababs, cooked year round over charcoal. Absolutely delicious, and though the other reviewer felt the platters weren't a good value, I have to say I disagree. Platters are amazing, if you get the half chicken, it comes with two soups typically(depending on supply) and a salad. Its served over two types of rice, and though I usually get this platter for myself, the meal could easily be shared between two people. At ten bucks, well worth it. This is my favorite dish here, though the kabab sandwiches are great, reasonably priced, and served on toasted bread with the dough pulled out. A couple of tips here, Sundays and dinner time hours you'll find yourself waiting for a long time, so be prepared to wait. It takes at least ten minutes even when there isn't a long wait. Though it says they deliver, I don't think that they do. I think they're overwhelmed with orders, and won't answer the number listed. I've tried, on several occasions, to call ahead for pickup without any luck. The last thing would mention is to ask for tahini. They used to only serve tahini and hot sause, but with the popularity of the ubiquitous white sauce, think they caved because everyone asks for it. Really great charcoal grilled food here.

    Big Brother Working Hard on that Mean Grill as usual.
    Riz Y.

    Salamulikum to all the brothers & sisters reading this, I cannot believe I never left a review for this halal cart. Ok let me start by saying I have been coming here for so long I cannot fathom to remember anymore. I call them aka "The Mean Guys", their service is straight up mean but once you taste buds gets smacked by those Kebobs, you'll be like this food is MEAN too. But I got nothing except LUV for my brothers behind the grill, they are very hard working. Point Blank....if your dying of hunger or just plainly on the munchies....You better getchyo A$$ in there ASAP. I strongly recommend the Half Chicken over Rice w/ Beef Kofta on the side w/ Rice. PS. Order in advance because they will take minimum 20-25 mins to prepare your delicious mind blowing food.

    Grillin
    Alex B.

    Interesting little truck. Have walked past here a number of times and it's always an odd scene. Tons of middle easterners standing around, smoking cigarettes, playing backgammon and chatting. Last Friday night I was in the mood for some lamb and decided to try it out rather than going to Little Morocco or Halal Sandwich (both great establishments in their own right). I arrived at about 9:30 Friday night and upon arriving the ordering was very tricky, especially if you don't speak the language (Arabic I'm guessing). After about 10 minutes of aimlessly standing around I ordered a Lamb Sandwich. There were about 20 people standing by the truck waiting for their food. Ended up talking to one of their patrons who drives from Jaimaca to get 2 sandwiches (1 for now, 1 for tomorrow) every Friday night from this place, now that is serious dedication. He assured me though that he only orders when a certain man is manning the grill. My sandwich was huge, and took about 30 minutes to get ready. The value was great ($6 for a monster sub). The flavors just weren't there, I was expecting some succulent juicy lamb and to be honest it was a little dry. I will try again and ask for some hot sauce next time, but maybe not on a Friday Night.

    Salad not fresh
    Ming F.

    Yelp let me down this time. I came here based on the positive reviews and was really dissatisfied. I've had halal food in other places that's ten times better than this spot. Not to mention way overpriced; $12 for a simple chicken over rice with a side of salad purchased from costco/BJs. They didn't even have a menu or the prices listed anywhere on the truck. Not only was the food dissapointing, but so was the service. I understand this isn't a five star restaurant, but the owner was rude when we couldn't understand what he was saying (heavy accent). Bad food + bad attitude = No, thank you.

    The card Raafat 'Reesha' gave me
    Khaled S.

    Kofta is cooked on charcoal just like Egypt. Don't act like a tourist. Sandwiches are $6. I think the lamb platter is overpriced. Reesha (The guy taking your order) looks intimidating but he's actually funny and personable! Order from the left side of the cart

    The best food truck in astoria hands down !!! Me and my 4 friends wanted to eat grilled food and this was the best food we had in a long time definitely it made our day :)

    Kofta sandwich straight fire sorry it was late not so good lighting but great taste

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    Delicious chicken kabob sandwich from the scratch. Cooked on real coals with amzing smell of the smoke. Everything was super fresh.

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    Ask the Community - Farid Kebab

    Are these guys open nowadays during COVID?

    Yes. They are open at the same spot.

    Is the address still the same? I went today after 6:30 pm and did not see the truck. Please let me know if the address has changed, thank you!

    It has not, it's still the same spot they jus come a little later at night around 8ish

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    IBN Hamido Seafood - You pick it they cook it....

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    4.4(664 reviews)
    0.6 mi•Steinway, Astoria
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    Do you want an authentic Astoria seafood experience that will leave you and your party stuffed and…read morefeeling like you made a great choice? Look no further. Everything I've had here was fantastic, and the seafood is fresh and prepared exquisitely.

    Not to be confused for its smaller location (#1) IBN Hamido has not only overshadowed its sister…read morelocation, but has become one of the most recognized seafood spots in the borough. The demand is so far through the roof that there is a nightly line for hungry folks looking to get a bite of their of their Egyptian / Mediterranean fare. By Ditmars standards, the place feels large and spacious. Their renovation from a few years ago is really paying off, Waiting is a part of the experience, as folks will eventually pick items from the display and cooked to their liking. It's hard to go wrong with anything on the display which for me include stheir chunky octopus tentacles, their succulent butterfly shrimp, grilled fish, and tasty grilled scallops. For a good time, combine it with babaganoush, lemon potatoes, beet salad, and wash it down with a mint lemonade. Service isn't the warmest, but dealing with a bunch of folks in line all day always creates a hardened attitude. Most are fluent in Arabic and English. While waiting in line, be sure to look at what's being served or have a list handy for ordering quickly. Your linemates will thank you. __________ (#1) https://www.yelp.com/biz/hamido-seafood-astoria-5

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    IBN Hamido Seafood - Indoor seating downstairs

    Indoor seating downstairs

    IBN Hamido Seafood - Hamido Salad (~$8)

    Hamido Salad (~$8)

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    Sabry's - Seafood Combo for 2

    Seafood Combo for 2

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    4.1(202 reviews)
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    We had a wonderful meal at this small and quirky restaurant in Little Egypt. The decor, all the…read morework of the owner and chef, is wonderful. So much eye candy! The owner tells you what is available, and you choose, and then he cooks and serves you. The process is not quick, but we were a family group of five and enjoyed examining the dense decorations of our surroundings while we waited for the delicious food. Our meal included an outstanding beet salad, cauliflower in pomegranate sauce, foul (mashed fava beans with vegetables), lamb shank, lamb tagine, fish in a clay pot, and koshary (a mixture of chickpeas, macaroni, rice, and tomato). Everything was so good, and portions were generous so that there was a good deal left to take home. We would absolutely return and recommend.

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    Mombar - Chicken tagine and branzini with cous cous (surprisingly more flavor than any other cous cous I've had - also much finer in texture)

    Chicken tagine and branzini with cous cous (surprisingly more flavor than any other cous cous I've had - also much finer in texture)

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    Cairo Feteer - Delicious grilled kofta.

    Cairo Feteer

    3.9(17 reviews)
    0.0 mi•Astoria

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    I was quite excited to try this new purveyor of Egyptian feteer pies on Steinway, giving Mum nearby…read moresome competition. Steinway Street is no Zamalek and I expected a no-frills experience, but we were very underwhelmed by the food offerings. The feteer itself was filled with an artificial tasting blend of American and Cheddar cheese, and was extremely salty. There are some exquisite fries being served up at many establishments in this area, but the ones at Cairo Feteer tasted like a fast food variety. The koshary - usually one of my favorite items - was the most palatable thing we ordered, but the da'ah on the side had almost no flavor, and the whole dish was lacking in flavor.

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    Cairo Feteer - Lovely lighting in back room

    Lovely lighting in back room

    Cairo Feteer - Iron man mix feteer

    Iron man mix feteer

    Cairo Feteer - Cairo Feteer

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    Levant - Free baklava and knefe/kunafa/kunefe. Both were good (baklava was better.) Thanks for the freebees

    Levant

    4.6(59 reviews)
    0.1 mi•Astoria

    Came for lunch on a Sunday and there was no wait for a table. You order at the counter then sit…read more Mixed feteer was incredible - so flaky and good and we had a ton of leftovers. I also liked the Fattoush salad, though it was very wet/vinegary so couldn't eat too much of it. Highly recommend for amazing feteer!

    Vibrant, succulent and beautiful is how I would express my gratitude for my experience at Levant,…read morehere in my backyard of Steinway, Queens. You'll find yourself lost in the hidden gems of Levant Lebanese and Egyptian culture. Made my journey to Levant for the first time and it was a pleasure. What got my attention the chicken and beef shawarma that was spinning on the counter dripping with fats, juices and flavor. Right when we got seated, the manager brought us freshly prepared, piping hot pieces of Falafel. Very good and well prepared. Very nice of him. Then So I ordered myself their chicken shawarma. The chicken was a little dry but it was still flavorful and delicious. A little hint of Sumac. What I would recommend is management to take a little more precautions on their customers. We ordered their famous Mixed Feteer, which is basically like their house pizza. And it took about 20 minutes to make and I totally understand that it gets a little busy but we have to prioritize the first customers all the way to last. But I would love to give my love and appreciation to management for serving a complimentary plate of their house sweets. It was heaven! We had their Kunefa and chocolate baklava. Mouth was watering to the extreme. I would definitely say that giving Levant in Astoria is well worth the drive if you're coming from out of town like myself but they offer really high quality Lebanese and Egyptian cuisine.

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    Levant - Beautiful Lighting!

    Beautiful Lighting!

    Levant - Chicken Shawarma platter

    Chicken Shawarma platter

    Levant

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