Takeout order: We…read moreenjoyed the food. The teriyaki had a nice selection of vegetables. The salad that came with it was tasty, and had the dressing premixed in (not my usual experience with salads from Japanese restaurants). The vegetable dumplings were tasty. The udon was well prepared and had an almost chicken soup taste. Grubhub's delivery could've been better, but no fault to the restaurant.

I went to get dinner on July 4 at 6pm and it was amazing. The only reason it doesn't have four…read morestars is because I ordered mango sticky rice, and all the condensed milk spilled in the bag. But it was very good. Otherwise, the the steam shumai was delicious and all the regular rolls were discounted that day so I got an eel avocado, a California, a spicy tuna and a Boston roll and they were all delicious.

The pan fried dumplings are so delicious! We got a few varieties. They make them fresh so the wait…read moreit a while to eat, but worth it. The steamed dumplings were good but fell apart before picking them up, so we don't recommend those.

Only 1 seafood (shrimp ) option WITHOUT pork…read more This is a bit disappointing . Not a very welcoming restaurant for pescatarians .

Ate here on a Sunday night with some friends. Surprisingly, the place was completely empty. I know…read moreit was a Sunday night but it didn't seem to bode well. Fortunately, the food was delicious and service was impeccable. We ordered 4 entrées to share and enjoyed everything. My favorite was the Half-Baked Chicken. The skin was so crispy and the chicken so tender. The Braised Short Rib was also really good and the crispy Brussels sprouts that come with it were the perfect amount of crispy. The other dishes we ordered were good too. We finished everything down to the last grain of rice. Half-Baked Chicken 10/10 Braised Short Rib 10/10 Creamy Pesto Garganelli with Grilled Chicken 8/10 Jumbo Seared Scallops 8/10

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.

The food is good but pricey. I really like the fish,…read moreoctopus and chips. The service is fine. It is a nice restaurant.

This restaurant definitely deserves 5 stars. The staff was so pleasant from entry, to the bar, to…read morethe table. The customer service was amazing from each and every staff member. Our waitress' name was Liz and she was so sweet and helpful. And she gave us great suggestions from the menu. We enjoyed every dish we ordered. The restaurant is so beautiful and clean . It gives the feeling of being in Greece. I loved the decor and the ambiance overall. I will definitely be visiting again.

Il Poeta is a neighborhood must-try! The ambiance was perfect for a date night--cozy, intimate, and…read moreinviting. The staff was incredibly attentive and kind throughout our entire meal. The drinks were amazing! I had both a dirty martini and an espresso martini, and they were easily 10/10. For dinner, I ordered the linguine and clams with zucchini, which was such a unique combination and absolutely spectacular. We finished with the dessert special--chocolate mousse-covered cream puffs--and they were to die for. I genuinely could've licked the plate clean lol. Everything from the atmosphere to the drinks, food, dessert, and service was fantastic. Definitely a neighborhood gem that I'll be coming back to!

Everything was on point. Food ambience service. Best itlaian restaurant in metropolitan…read moreavenue..highly recommended

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 !!!

The food here is delicious, but what's even better is the SERVICE. 10/10. I'd come here just…read morebecause they treat you so well and that means more than what's on the menu. They help you pick the right wine, they explain everything. would definitely come back.

We stopped in for lunch on Saturday and were surprised by how quiet it was around noon, although it…read moredid start filling up a little later. I'm also surprised I've never noticed this restaurant before, considering I've probably driven past it countless times. The restaurant itself felt clean, comfortable, and welcoming. Our server, who I believe was also the owner, was incredibly friendly and attentive without ever being overbearing or making us feel like we were being hovered over. The whole meal had a relaxed, comfortable feel to it. Overall, the food was very solid. We started with the Polpo, grilled octopus with hummus and grilled vegetables, which was extremely tasty. I initially thought hummus might be an odd pairing with octopus, but it worked surprisingly well. I wished there was more hummus. The Radici salad was also excellent. The Tortelloni Verde, spinach tortelloni was fresh and light, maybe a little too light and healthy for my personal taste! I probably would have preferred a richer sauce or a little more cheese, but that's really just personal preference rather than a complaint about the dish. We also ordered the Pasta Al Frutti di Mare. The sauce tasted fresh and flavorful, and the seafood was cooked very well. Unfortunately, the mussels were the one exception, as they didn't taste fresh. We finished everything else on the plate but left the mussels. When the owner asked about our meal and we mentioned it, he seemed genuinely surprised and concerned. My feeling is that this was probably more of a purveyor issue than something the restaurant did wrong, but unfortunately, it was the one thing that kept the meal from being five stars for me. We finished with tiramisu and two cappuccinos, and both were well made and delicious, the perfect way to end the meal. Despite the issue with the mussels, we really enjoyed our lunch. Between the food, comfortable atmosphere, and genuinely warm service, this is definitely a restaurant I'll be returning to.

Picked up take out for dinner. We got the pad Thai and the Pad Siew. Both are really yummy!…read more Place is beautiful and nice ambiance. Service was fast for pickup.

ooo baby do you know what that's worth????…read more oooooo heaven (aka mae chan thai cuisine) is a place on earth!!!! food=love service=love ambiance=love amazing food amazing service amazing ambiance stop selling yourself short come eat here you deserve it!!!

Nick's Bistro serves seriously good Greek food, and you can tell the whole team takes pride in what…read morethey do--from the servers to the cooks and manager. I went on a quiet Tuesday and basically had the place to myself. They even showed me around the back, which was pretty cool and made me appreciate the operation even more. I tried the lemon stuffed cabbage because I wanted something besides the usual gyro. Remember to always eat your vegetables! The decor is great for a date, great lighting. I found plenty of street parking. It is a place that clearly cares about what they serve.

Intimate and cozy, this is where the locals of Forest Hills come to enjoy delicious Greek fare. The…read moreservers are all very attentive and helpful with suggestions. Came with some friends for lunch. We all got various combinations of the mixed plate and an order of fried calamari. The calamari was lightly breaded in a flaky batter that brought out the flavors of the squid. Cooked to perfection it was tender, not chewy. As for the mixed platters, we had lamb gyro and the souvlakis as well as the lemon potatoes and fries. The lemon potatoes were perfectly seasoned and had a nice tartness to each bite. The lamb gyro was tender. The chicken souvlaki being moist and flavorful is the barometer for the level of detail that goes into every plate served.

This place has amazing takeout food for a very reasonable price, hands down the best value in the…read moreneighborhood. My personal favorites are their chicken and broccoli, fried dumplings and general tsos chicken! I'm so glad this place was able to stay open despite the covid-19 shutting down so many places!

I had a craving for some wonton soup and egg foo young while driving on Metropolitan Ave. Saw this…read moreplace and took a chance. It looks run down inside. The lady at the counter wasn't too friendly. She was professional enough. took my order and it was ready in a timely fashion. The food was very good! The wonton soup had pieces of pork (most places do not) The egg foo young was really yummy! I would definitely go back!