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 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.

Augustine was amazing the drinks was on point the food was homely…read more The setting was amazing Service was 1 2 3 anything I need it came fast I will definitely come back

Love coming to this neighbor game when in town. The food is good and the atmosphere is great…read more This being my third time here, I did notice a couple of things. The burger has shrunk! Maybe is a sign of the times, but for the same price from the past, I need the same size burger! *Do not expect "crispy fried onions" as a burger topping to be crispy, nor fried like the option described. They translate that as "grilled".* (#strange - Don't bring me onion rings as an alternative!) The service was tough with a crowded bar during this season of gatherings and karaoke. I only saw two people working all the tables and off they don't look your way, good luck in getting their attention for a table of only 4. Because the food IS good, I will continue to patronize this historic pub.

Just had an unreal Dominican feast at The Rock Restaurant in Ozone Park (91-17 Liberty Ave) This…read morecasual spot is serving up some serious flavor with a mix of American and Spanish eats--from steam-table classics to a la carte favorites. I went all in with a plate stacked with Moro de Habichuelas, Bistec Encebollado, Chicharrones, and Maduros -- every bite was better than the last. Rich flavors, tender steak, crispy chicharrones, and those sweet plantains hit perfectly. And let's talk dessert... their Tres Leches is baked in-house and was absolutely next level -- moist, creamy, and just the right sweetness. Amazing Service,bright, airy space, super affordable, and literally steps from the train. Can't wait to go back. If you're in Queens, don't sleep on this one. #DominicanFood #QueensEats #OzoneParkEats #FoodieFinds #TheRockRestaurant #LatinFlavors #MoroYMas #NYCFoodie #BachataVibes

I was working in the area and I saw this place. I was actually on my way to DD. I got the $10 daily…read morespecial. I chose chicken with rice and peas and it came with a salad The woman serving me gave me a hearty portion which was enough for two meals. I thought the food was delicious . Lots of rice. The salad was fresh too. I also purchased two bottles of water. I am glad I had a good experience. I ordered my food to go.

Mother's Day was a disaster, waited 3 hours for my food, drinks sucked either came from mixers or…read morein a can. Waitresses were rude and had attitudes, had good music and good vibes but these people don't know how to run a restaurant.

When I was there with my family I asked the waiter for a refill then she gave me attitude and…read moresnatched the cup from my hand. I ordered the bacon burger and it tasted okay but then next morning I woke up with big stomach aches and began throwing up.

We got a detox juice and fruit smoothie, they were both really good. Convenient spot to get a…read morehealthy breakfast before getting on the train.

From the owner: Woodhaven Deli & Grill specializes in a chopped cheese sandwiches,club sandwiches, halal food,…read moresmoothies, Bacon eggs &cheese sandwiches, grocery, snacks, breakfast food, dog food, cat food, feminine products, cold drinks, liquor, beer, candy, and much more!

We were here to celebrate a friend's birthday. We had a party of 8 and everyone enjoyed their…read moredining experience. It was my first time visiting Sugar Factory and I had a great time. My appetizer and entree were hot when they arrived to the table. I enjoyed my menu choices especially the buffalo wings because they are one of my favorite foods. Our server Vivi was absolutely amazing and constantly checked on our table to make sure we were okay. The ambiance of the restaurant is nice. It was decorated for Valentine's Day which was cute. My friend enjoyed her birthday at Sugar Factory and stated she will be back soon. The Sugar Factory candy store is located next to the restaurant. Photos of celebrities who visited various Sugar Factory locations adorn the walls. Candy galore for the sugar lovers.

6/28/26 I had the veggie omelet with sausage links for breakfast. The food was so salty, but the…read moreoverall experience could have been much better. They definitely need more staff. The line was out the door, we waited about 10 minutes just for someone to take our order, and then another 35 minutes for our breakfast to arrive. My sister ordered a BACON EGG LETTUCE (without the tomato) and said both her sandwich and the home fries were overly salty. The host wasn't very welcoming and came across as rude, which wasn't a great first impression. On the positive side, our waiter was friendly, attentive, and provided good service despite how busy the restaurant was. With better staffing, faster service, and a friendlier greeting at the front, this could be a much better dining experience.