Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Queens

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Queens? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Kaizen Flushing

5.0

5 (607)

$50 and over

Sushi

Flushing

About the restaurant

**To reserve a seat for our exclusive 15-course omakase experience at the sushi counter, please select the "Experiences" option below and book under 15-Course Omakase.

Discover Kaizen, where tradition meets innovation in the heart of Flushing, Queens. Our menu, featuring premium sushi, sashimi, and hand rolls, celebrates the art of Japanese cuisine with a modern twist, offering flavors that are both timeless and inspired. Whether you're indulging in our exquisite 15-course omakase or sharing small plates with friends, every dish is crafted to excite the palate and elevate the moment. With a vibrant atmosphere perfect for social occasions, corporate events, or intimate gatherings, Kaizen promises a dining experience that’s as dynamic and delightful as its name suggests.

Important: The sushi counter is only reserved for omakase.

Top review

MiaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

That Tokyo Mule hit like a karate kick in a velvet glove—sharp, fresh, and way too easy to sip ��

Discover more

Experience

15-Course Premium Selection Omakase

Experience

Bottomless Happy Hour / Open Bar

Experience

$45 7-Course Lunch Omakase

Sushi on Me - Jackson Heights

5.0

5 (632)

$50 and over

Sushi

Jackson Heights

About the restaurant

Sushi On Me is a secret hideout where customers can enjoy premium omakase in a speakeasy vibe. Our chefs and staffs are committed to delivering not only the best omakase sushi but also the best omakase experience to all the guests!

Guests can enjoy both the 15-course omakase and the relaxing, speakeasy vibe in the 1-hour seating for the price of $99/person (tax and tip not included). [No vegetarian and celiac options, Can’t accommodate pregnant guests]

We have 4 seatings as follows:
5.00pm - 6.00pm
6.30pm - 7.30pm
8.00pm - 9.00pm
9.30pm - 10.30pm

Private party and at-home omakase are available, all inquiries can be made via 917-821-5598 or @sushionmenyc. 50% deposit is required as booking confirmation.

Cancellation/modification less than 24hours will result in a charge of $50/person (under all circumstances including COVID). Please make sure you can come before booking. Late arrival may not get the full experience. Inquiries can be made via IG @sushionmenyc or text 917-821-5598.

Top review

Sumi

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Brought my friends to celebrate her birthday together- BEST OMAKASE EVER EXPERIENCED

Vetro by Russo's on the Bay

5.0

5 (1604)

$31 to $50

Italian

Howard Beach

About the restaurant

From exquisite cuisine, expansive wine cellar, cocktail lounge and exemplary service. Vetro expands Russo's fine culinary tradition into an elegant restaurant completely distinct from your private occasion. Restaurant, Dine in wine cellar, special occasions.

Top review

CharlesVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent! Great food and wonderful Staff!!!!!!!!!!

Aliada Restaurant

5.0

5 (342)

$30 and under

Greek

Astoria

About the restaurant

Aliada is a true experience of dining in a Greek Taverna in the heart of Astoria.

We source only the freshest ingredients that enhance the traditional Greek cuisine and family recipes.

Aliada offers a selection of Greek and Cypriot meze that is paired with an authentic selection of Greek and Cypriot wines that truly showcase the flavors of our cuisine.

Come join us and become part of our family.

Top review

Andrew

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

very good, food was amazing and really nice staff.

Botte Bar

4.7

4.7 (48)

$30 and under

Italian

Astoria

About the restaurant

Welcome to Botte Bar, a cozy small size Italian restaurant specializing in Roman cuisine and traditional Italian cocktails located at 25-07 Broadway in Astoria, Queens. It is our pleasure to serve you delicious, inspired Italian dishes from Rome.

We offer a selection of cicchetti (small plates), and a large selection of pastas, appetizers, salads, seafood and meat dishes and a selection of rotating specials. We handpicked our selections of Italian wine to complement our menu.

We have a full bar with a signature cocktail menu, where you can also enjoy a full dinner.

Top review

JhoanVIP

Dined on May 1, 2025

Very small spot, but super cozy. Food is great and so are the drinks. Everything tastes super fresh and the employees are very friendly. Their happy hour menu is really good too, with a few appetizers, oysters and drinks

Néo Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (9)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Forest Hills

About the restaurant

Nestled in Hollis Hills, Néo brings a refined yet contemporary take on Mediterranean cuisine, drawing inspiration from the coastal flavors of Greece, Italy, Spain, France, and Israel. With a commitment to quality, Néo sources fresh, local ingredients to craft dishes that celebrate the vibrant essence of the Mediterranean. The restaurant’s elegant yet inviting atmosphere sets the stage for a dining experience that is both sophisticated and welcoming. Whether you’re gathering for a special occasion or simply indulging in a meal that transports you to the shores of the Mediterranean, Néo offers a space where food, culture, and hospitality come together in perfect harmony.

Top review

BonnieVIP

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Neo, the new hotspot in Queens, and it was a fantastic experience! From the moment we walked in, i was loving the vibe —decor on point, stylish yet comfortable, making it the perfect place to enjoy a meal and a fun night out. We shared a few apps - all of them delicious and each with unique presentation making them photo worthy. The salmon entree was beyond delicious and the spinach was next level! The drink menu is equally impressive. I started with an espresso martini, perfectly mixed and topped with delicate chocolate shavings that elevated its presentation. My dirty martini with truffle blue cheese olives, was a match made in cocktail heaven! I can hardly wait to go back, especially for a DJ night with the girls! Next up I plan to indulge in their signature “bumps and bubbles” and “burkintinis.- so fun!! Bravo to Gus and the team for creating such a remarkable dining destination putting Hollis Hills on the map!

Christos Steak House

4.8

4.8 (1191)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Astoria

About the restaurant

Newsday calls Christos "An Astoria Steak House of Style and Substance" Zagat writes, "The top-of-the-line surf-n-turf "rocks" at this smartly served Steak House that's "worth a trip over the bridge." A "large selection of prime-aged meats" comes prepared to perfection", backed up with traditional Greek sides"

Top review

Miles

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Emily the waitress was fantastic. The food was perfect. Great spot. Will return.

Kantu Peruvian Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (37)

$31 to $50

Peruvian

Forest Hills

About the restaurant

Situated in Forest Hills, Queens, our cozy venue is inspired by the idea of exhibiting the essential manifestations of pre-Hispanic Peruvian art and offering a culinary experience full of history and flavor. Our goal is to engage with the community and make them proud of our commitment to high-quality food and service, with a diverse menu that ranges from the famous ceviche to different preparations of meats, sauces, and drinks.
Our beverages range from popular Peruvian soft drinks, like the purple corn lemonade, to creative cocktails prepared with exotics fruits from all over the continent and the national liqueur of Peru: El Pisco. This colorless spirit made of grape juice has become the “next big thing” in the US, and we are taking it to the next level by infusing it with fruits such as golden berries, passion fruit, pineapple, and ginger. K’antu’s signature cocktail menu is full of unique tastes. of meats, sauces, and “Pisco” signature drinks, a Peruvian brandy.

Top review

MonicaVIP

Dined on May 30, 2025

Wonderful restaurant and the staff was friendly and very attentive.

Discover more

Experience

Lunch Special

Experience

$5 Mimosas with Peruvian Breakfast

Experience

All Day Happy Hour

Fresco's Grand Cantina

4.7

4.7 (140)

$30 and under

Mexican

Astoria

About the restaurant

**** Please note this page is for our 28-50 31st St, Queens, New York location.****

Beautiful Mexican-Fusion establishment with old-world accents and very Instagram-able throughout the restaurant. We pride ourselves with fresh locally sourced ingredients for our Authentic & Modern Mexican fare.

Best Happy Hour around from 3pm to 8pm from Tuesday to Friday. The strong & delicious cocktails and amazing service will keep you coming back week after week for any of our numerous events. Follow us on Instagram to stay in the loop.

If you'd like to make a reservation at our other location ( Fresco's Cantina ) located at 12-14 31st Ave Astoria, NY 11106 - Please call (347) 808-7338.

Thank you!

Top review

charles

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

This Drag Brunch was funny light hearted, and the food was very good. I would recommend this place to anyone.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Flushing, NY | Chinatown of Queens

4.9

4.9 (884)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Flushing

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

Top review

mariaVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

We absolutely love going to Gyu Kaku, its always an amazing time. The service is great, the atmosphere is great and the food is excellent.

Discover more

Experience

Prix-Fixe BBQ Courses for Everyone: Starting at...

Explore Diners' Choice best of Queens

Explore more Diners' Choice lists

Italian