I didn't know Algeria had this much of a seafood game. From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent. A very helpful woman behind the counter guided us through the seafood selections and clearly explained the different preparation options. The food absolutely delivered. The grilled calamari (their style) was excellent, and the octopus was perfectly cooked, so much so that my picky toddler ended up eating almost half of it. The space was very clean, and the overall vibe was immaculate. Definitely coming back here again. read more

Ordered: Virgin Mojito (~$4) Large Greek Salad (~$16) ~0.7lb Fried Calamari (~$13) ~1.4lb Grilled Spanish Branzino (~$27) ~0.9lb Grilled Marinated Sardines (~$19) ~0.4lb Grilled Moroccan Sardines (~$7) ~1lb Grilled U10 Tiger Shrimp (~$28) Belgian Hand Cut French Fries (~$7) Rice Vegetable Medley (~$8) Aya's take: There is no shortage of seafood spots in Astoria whether they're Middle Eastern or Mediterranean. I've never had Algerian-style seafood and was excited to try out Le Petit Pêcheur. We were a party of 6 and made a reservation that same day which was great! We arrived and got seated but weren't explained the process. First, you go up to the fish counter and order the fish you want, the amount you want, and the style you want it cooked (grilled, fried, or sautéed). They've done a great job with the display and I liked seeing the various options in front of me. The worker who helped us was super friendly and took the time to explain what each fish was. I also appreciate that their pricing is transparent (posted on their website). So why 3 stars? Once we finally ordered, we went back to our seats and ordered appetizers, sides, and drinks with our waiter. It took almost 40 minutes to receive the Greek Salad and Virgin Mojito we ordered. We had already received our Fried Calamari before that. Similarly, we got all the fish before the French Fries & Rice Vegetable Medley came out. It was frustrating and took away from the experience the fact that we didn't have the sides to eat with the fish at the time the fish came out. We literally had finished everything when the waiter came out with Lemon Potatoes which we had to send back considering it took too long to get them. It's a shame considering all the food we had was actually delicious. The Fried Calamari was crispy, tender, and not chewy at all, the Grilled Spanish Branzino was buttery, light, and delicious, and the Tiger Shrimp was grilled beautifully and the lemon olive oil mix just enhanced it even more. Even the Marinated Sardines were some of the best I've had. The fish was fresh, grilled/fried properly, and we truly didn't have a bad bite here. Prices are also more than reasonable. There's a clear lack of communication by the staff since two people within our group had provided their credit card to pay and they charged both. It's a shame we couldn't enjoy it as much as I hoped because of the operational issues. Hope they improve with time but until then, I won't be back. read more

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There are plenty of seafood restaurants in Astoria that has this ordering style where you go up to the front and you see this fresh selection of seafood and you can order by the weigh/item. The ones we had been to in the past usually allows you to also pick different type of cooking style or seasoning but this place only cooks it their way. It's good for people who are indecisive but disappointing for people who want variety of flavor. They usually have a section of appetizers and drinks you can order on a separate menu as well. The staffs were very low energies when we visited on a weekend night. The overall ambiance and interaction made us feel a little uncomfortable. We ordered: - eggplant dip - fries - Greek salad (large) - cooked fish - calamari - octopus Honestly I was so disappointed with the food. It didn't taste as fresh and was overall too salty. The eggplant dip had a weird taste. Friend fries were not as crispy and unevenly distributed portions of salt. The calamari was nothing special. The fish was okay, and the octopus was so salty we actually sent back the dish. It was very difficult to enjoy it. The staff was so accommodating and actually took the dish off our bill. (Thank you!! - great customer service!). My favorite item was probably the Greek salad, but then again it's hard to mess up a salad. I would say this is my least favorite counter order style seafood restaurant in Astoria. My friend said great things about it prior to my visit and I really wish I would have liked it. read more

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Get ready to clutch your pearls: I've not yet been to Abuqir. Gasp! Shock! Horror! Won't someone please think of the CHILDREN??? In my defense, doesn't this mean my review of Le Petit Pecheur (which always makes me think of George Bizet's underrated opera, for all you Romantic Era nerds) wil be...purer? No annoying comparisons and such? I digress. We came, we seafood-ed, we smiled. - Fried Sardines: My favorite dish of the night. Perfectly breaded, lightly crispy, totally filling, yet not briney or heavy. I think I'm in love.... - Baba Ganoush + Hummus + Pita: I forget why we ordered these, but they were tasty and creamy and made a nice distraction while we waited for our entrees. - Grilled Octopus: Perfectly chewy and zesty, exactly the kind of poulpe you might enjoy on the beachy coast of the southern Mediterranean. - Scallops: Also well cooked, and tastier than they had any right to be considering the simple seasoning. - Shrimp Linguine in butter garlic sauce: I mean, you really can't go wrong with a dish like this. My only regret was having to share it with five other friends. - Branzino: Butterflied, tender and full of flavor. There are many branzino dishes out there. This one won't break the bank, and will leave both your stomach and your wallet happy. If you need more, definitely pad your meal with Mashed Potatoes and Fries because carbs are happy things, and happy things deserve to be eaten. Space is ample, as are the portions, and service is quick and friendly. They play a lovely mix of North African French and Arabic music, which just adds to the beachy resort town atmosphere, IMO. Perhaps one day I'll finally make it to Abuqir, and the cycle will be complete. read more

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New items: Branzino: liked this better than the sea bass, felt like it was more tender Octopus: not bad, and would order if craving it, but I'd rather get from Greek places The large Greek salad was plentiful and actually went well with the food. read more

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A great astoria seafood place! Market fresh seafood cooked to order, dont skip out on the calimari. We thought the octopus was a bit salty, and they compped the food. Amazing service! read more

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Ordered through Uber Eats - grilled octopus - portion was fantastic! Good to perfection. Full of flavor and loved the oregano in - grilled calamari - well seasoned also cooked to perfection and the citrus sauce was so good with the bread - lobster tail - cooked well. I think could use a drizzle of sauce - baked clams - very yummy. The breading got a little soggy but maybe due to it being delivered read more

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Astoria has many options for pick your own seafood places, so I was curious when I saw this newer one pop up. We got the octopus, scallops, lobster tails, shrimp, two sides, and asked for all the seafood to be grilled. The shrimp was definitely the best thing out of the bunch. The rest was not bad, but cooking was definitely a bit inconsistent. The octopus and scallops could've used more grilling, but the lobsters were too burnt in some places which made it hard to chew. Service was nice and quick. Total came out to around $150 with two sodas. read more

Le Petit Pêcheur - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

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My favorite restaurant for pick your own seafood. I have been here multiple times and the seafood is perfectly cooked everytime. The seasoning on the seafood is also balanced. You start by choosing seafood at the front and telling the staff how you would like it cooked. It can be grilled, sauteed, or fried. Then you choose a table to sit at and the server will bring you a menu to choose sides and appetizers. Each table comes with free garlic bread. My favorite seafood to order here are the grilled branzino and sauteed scallops. The octopus and shrimp are also great. read more

My husband and I had a delicious dinner here over the long weekend. It was a little confusing figuring out if we sit first or order first, but the team working helped us get it all sorted. We ordered a variety of dishes, our top two being the fried calamari and the grilled scallops... but everything was high quality and cooked perfectly. While we didn't end up ordering any, they did have a selection of Algerian sodas which sounded delicious. No alcohol, so keep that in mind if you want wine with your seafood. Would recommend! read more

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So glad this is in the neighborhood! A very underrated spot. The seafood is very fresh, service is good and the dips are amazing! I prefer the dips here over Hamido's read more

An incredible unpretentious gem! Part fish market, part casual restaurant: enter and go to the fish counter first to pick your fish, amount, and cooking style, then go to your table for a generous basket of delicious garlic bread and any sides you want to order. Fish is incredibly fresh, high quality and cooked perfectly -- we had the large wild shrimp and branzino, both beyond reproach! And the fries are a must as well. Top it all off with the refreshing and delicious non alcoholic mojito! We did not need a reservation on a Sunday early evening but it's possible to make one. Definitely a new favorite! read more

I tried this spot for dinner with a friend. In the front of the restaurant is the seafood bar in a display case. Literally any seafood you can think of! The instructions for how to order are also by the front. Step 1: Choose your seafood, Step 2: choose how it's cooked, and Step 3: sit down and order sides! To be honest, seeing all the seafood, I was overwhelmed at first bc there are SO MANY OPTIONS!!! But the staff was really nice- both the servers and the guy at the seafood counter who is the owner. We had asked what he recommends which was really helpful if you aren't sure what to pick. My friend and I eat everything and anything (but if you had certain restrictions or preferences, you can share that and they will most definitely take it into account). We ended up with a variety of dishes by the end. Our favorites were the calamari, the octopus, red potatoes, and fried eggplant. We ordered two types of calamari: fried calamari and calamari provencal, which was calamari stir fried in a really aromatic, umami seasoning including olives. I don't even like olives (usually), but having this in the dish gave it a great flavor! The octopus was my personal favorite because it was delicious and the texture was seriously so so good, and so fresh. As sides, we loved the red potatoes (yum!) and the fried, crispy eggplant that was covered in a tomato-based sauce. Really happy with our meal here, and would definitely come back. Come with a big group to try a lot of things. The portions here are great for sharing! read more

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They are a new family-owned seafood restaurant and market in Astoria, Queens, known for its Mediterranean cuisine with Algerian and French influences. The concept allows diners to select fresh seafood from a display case and choose how they would like it prepared, such as grilled, sautéed, or fried. Like Himido or Astoria Seaford, they prepare the dishes in front of you. We ordered the branzino, grilled butterfly shrimp, and a virgin mojito for our lunch and were impressed with how our fish was cooked. Their specialties include branzino and American Snapper, grilled and fried options like octopus, calamari, and sardines, and various fresh catches sold by the pound. In addition to the seafood, the menu offers pasta dishes, a variety of appetizers, such as spicy feta dip, and side dishes, such as lemon potatoes and grilled asparagus. Initially, we found the service a little slow, but once they got going, everything clicked into place. From the point of view of casual Mediterranean dining, it is a delight in the warm spring and summer months, whether sitting near the windows or outside. Reservations were recommended, but when we arrived Saturday afternoon, they were not necessary as there were plenty of tables and seats available. Their specialties include branzino and American Snapper, grilled and fried options like octopus, calamari, and sardines, and various fresh catches sold by the pound. In addition to the seafood, the menu offers pasta dishes, a variety of appetizers, such as spicy feta dip, and side dishes, such as lemon potatoes and grilled asparagus.  All in all, a solid recommendation read more

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Very delicious spot in Astoria. Newer seafood spot too and would recommend a visit. Loved the food styles and options offered. Service was great too. Not too busy on a Saturday for lunch. read more

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Really taste fresh fish dinner. Everything was delicious although I didn't realize the clams would be breaded, so that was disappointing. Plus they were full of sand, very unappetizing. Besides the sandy clams everything tasted wonderful. My favorite were definitely the scallops, followed closely by the bronzino. Service was okay but got busy by the time we were leaving so less attentive. Called for reservations on Friday night 7:30pm but plenty of seats when we arrived. It's a nice decorated restaurant. Good for a date or small groups. Was sad to find out they don't serve any alcohol. A glass of white wine would have really rounded out the experience. Overall was a great dinner, would definitely be back. read more

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Le Petit Pêcheur serves amazing seafood with good value. The husband-wife team is really sweet. Cute decor. Service was good. Alcohol free. I will be frequenting! See dishes ranked in photos. read more

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Visited twice and both times have been amazing. This is probably my favorite pick + cook your seafood spot in the area. The seasoning is not too strong / not too salty. You have to get the branzino (grilled), the octopus, greek salad and mussels (white sauce preferred over tomato sauce). Also a plus that the free garlic bread is perfectly crispy, buttery, and garlicy to soak up all the sauces the food comes in. read more

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Lovely and bright space. Great quality seafood and the way it is prepared is DELICIOUS. Note - no alcohol served here. The staff are so nice and helpful. I have been here twice - I suggest 4 or more people so you can order and share more dishes! Most recent visit was a party of 4 on a Monday night. We went healthy this time and had everything prepared grilled (though on my first visit I had fried calamari with a large group and it was VERY GOOD). Most seafood is by the lb and then you choose your preparation style. The staff is helpful with suggestions/recommendations. We tried the burek for the first time and it was amazing! At the table you order sides and salads. There are also daily dessert options. Definitely a great addition to the neighborhood! read more

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We went for lunch.. you choose your seafood and how you want it cooked or you can ask for suggestions. The other sides you order at the table. I got grilled branzino butterflied. L got a pound of scallops which was a lil too much. I would have ordered 1/2 lb and maybe some shrimp or octopus. We also ordered roasted eggplant dip...and fries, the fries wasn't necessary but who doesn't like fresh cut fries .. waiter gave us a basket of fresh garlic bread. I actually got full on the bread with the eggplant. The scallops were too salty for me but L loved them. I took the rest of the branzino home. The seafood was fresh.. we liked how simple everything was. Great service. Our waiter refilled our water bottle and bread basket. We should've chosen a bigger table to fit everything but that was L's fault. We enjoyed everything and would definitely come back. read more

At Le Petit you will get the same fresh seafood and the same concept as Hamido, Astoria Seafood and Abquir. What you won't get is the wait and chaos. The staff is great, friendly and makes great suggestions. The price is also very fair. Hurry and go before the word gets out and the influencers get to it. read more

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Good Seafood. Nice Place & Good Service. Decent Prices & Great Area. Brand New Spot.. read more

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The service was very attentive and fresh fish was expertly prepared. Everything was very good and the price was tasty too. read more

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This was a solid experience with fresh fish, good sides and great service. The restaurant feels very authentic and we really enjoyed our fish selections as well as the scallops and clams. The clams had a bit of breading on them, which wasn't my favorite, but overall, I would recommend this place as a great option for seafood in Astoria. read more

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We were a party of 3 last night. We were greeted by harsh pouring rain all night yesterday, luckily this place is not so packed inside. Service is relatively quick, we were told to pick our fresh selection upfront by what seems to be the owner's son. We picked up some fresh squids for fried calamari [end up ordering 2x plates], 1x medium sized branzino, 1x lbs of tiger prawns [8 large pieces], 1/2 lbs of sea scallops [6 pieces]. As starters we were served garlic pita breads, we also ordered babaganoush dip [roasted eggplant dip], for sides we ordered grilled asparagus and their recommended basic garlic mash potatoes. Their seafood quality is superb, we ordered most of the seafood grilled except for the calamaris. We chowed down everything pretty quickly, calamaris are easy to eat, no rubbery texture at all, excellent freshness. Branzino is sweet and juicy, well cooked. Tiger prawns charred to perfection as well as the sea scallops. Their side dish, mashed potatoes, you guys have to order it. At first, it looks nothing special and bland... let it not fool you by its appearance, the taste is magical, never had mashed potatoes taste just like last night. Everything are well cooked, not salty nor bland, pretty much well balanced. I hope this establishment can maintain their quality control, feared once it goes viral and trending, it will just be another overrated spot. For now, feel free to give this place a visit. Price wise and the quality of the freshness we receive goes hand to hand, fair bill of sale. Never once we feel we were being hassled... unlike Abuqir who miraculously come up with unexpected charges that punch your stomach at the end without warning. Place is relatively small but welcoming. AC is super cold and comfortable. We will be back.... read more

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5 stars for food 1 star for the service. Our waitress was so forgetful and lost our order... We were waiting for food for 45 minutes even though one of items was a salad (which ironically came last). Then I had to prompt her to bring us utensils, lids and bags with the takeout food, a pen with the receipt. It was frustrating at the end because the dinner took much longer than expected. The table next to us also got the wrong items on their bill and I had to ask her about the menu which she didn't know well. So we had to literally get up and tell the chef what we wanted. Would have gone back for the food but the service is such a turn-off. read more

If you like fresh seafood this place is for you!!! From the mussels, octopus, red snapper and scallops all delicious!!!! Great service and they take reservations!!! read more

Okay I need to start off by saying clearly seafood is their specialty....all the seafood was great! I also loved the mint lemonade but wow.... I had THE WORST sides I've ever had from here. I ordered French fries and lemon potatoes, two totally different potato dishes with the same problem. Both were literally sopping wet and moist. The worst lemon potatoes I've ever had, the sauce was straight up water and oil with a hint of lemon, no flavor. For 5.99 we got raw French fries just thrown in a paper bag...and yes that's how many French fries came in the bag. Greek salad came with no dressing so I had to make my own Quality seafood is the hard part, and they nailed that. But to compete in the neighborhood with so many restaurants with similar menus they NEED to step up their sides. I would give a 3.5 if I could read more

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Food wasn't good. Calamari was cooked correctly but the sauces weren't that great. The scallops could've used a minute or more on the grill. Our waiter was nonexistent and had an attitude whenever we were able to wave him down, which was only twice. One, for more napkins; and two, for our check. Plus, no alcohol. This must be a thing in some areas of NYC and NJ because this would close a business in Atlanta. read more

Fresh seafood and reasonable prices. You pick your seafood from the counter and they cook it for you. If you've are unsure how you want the seafood prepared, they are happy to give you recommendations. The place is clean and has indoor and outdoor seating. There wasn't a wait for lunch and the food came out right away. We got the branzino, tiger shrimp, scallops and sardines. All were tasty and cooked well, but my favorite had to be the scallops. For the sides, we went with a Greek salad and the roasted eggplant dip. The dip was delish! read more

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I have been to other seafood restaurants in Astoria but hands down this is my fav and best seafood. Everything is so fresh and reasonable. You choose your own dish and they cook for you. My fav is fried calamari!!! I crave for it!! The young owner, Mateen is very professional and friendly. He and his brother make the best drinks (no alcohol). And the decor of this restaurant is very beautiful and makes you feel like you are at the restaurant by the beach. It's totally worth taking subway to get there from Manhattan. Cannot wait to go back. read more

This was amazing. Great experience. The calamari was the best I have ever had and I've had a lot of calamari. The service is quick and helpful. The grilled tiger prawns were amazing. We got the scallops sautéed. The texture was a bit off like they were slightly overcooked. We also got the red snapper which was amazing and the filet and debone for you. Ordering your fish from the counter is very fun. It was a cute and relaxed spot. The price was also so fair for the freshness and quality. read more

I concur with the reviews! Pick your dish and they prepare it excellently. Prices are reasonable relative to the high/fresh quality of the menu. Great location just off Steinway -- BGM is often jazzy chanson as I recall... which gives the place an upscale cafe type setting. Service is pretty good as well! In addition, I have a stomach issue and appreciate the tasteful simplicity of their culinary regiment. This isn't a fry and spice joint. Impressed! read more

The food was great and the service was exceptional!! I really enjoyed everything, including the house dessert, Crem Brulee. If you like seafood, this is 5 stars!! read more

Quality of fish is impeccable. I got the striped Seabass. Partner got the branzino. Got the eggplant & mashed potato sides. Blown away at how great the sides were. A warm addition to the neighborhood. Can't wait to come back. Superb service and lovely atmosphere as well. read more

Grilled branzino was fresh and super moist. Fried sardines weren't too oily and were crisp. The Ecuadorian shrimp were plump and juicy. The Hammis was perfect on the bread they give you and the Greek Salad was a perfectly fine Greek Salad. Not much to complain about, in fact everything culiminated into a perfect meal. The service was attentive and ambiance was nice, so i'm just lucky this place is slammed yet on the weekends because there's no reason it shouldnt be. read more

A hidden gem in Astoria. My son and his girlfriend took me to this restaurant for mother's day celebration. I have been there several times since then and trying different items on their menu. I have been introducing this place to family and friends. You choose your seafood with guidance and then it's cooked in accordance to your preference.They use olive oil, garlic and other herbs to prepare the seafood. They have sides of salt, black pepper and olive oil at the table of you feel you need to add to your portion. They have other Mediterranean appetizers and sides items on their menu to accompany your seafood dishes. They also offer unlimited garlic bread. An overall amazing meal, affordable, and excellent experience! The restaurant has a nice ambiance. Just look at the pictures posted. I will continue to refer friends and going to this restaurant. read more

I ordered for a delivery one of my favorite Algerian dishes, Stuffed sardines, it was fresh, flavored and authentic! it made me feel like home. 10/10 read more

Why didn't I find this place sooner?! An absolute gem. I can't wait to go back and try everything else on the menu

Grilled branzino, spicy feta dip and sauteed calamari were spot on. Slightly pricier than similar options. Calm on a Friday evening. Hurry up & go before it's really discovered! read more