The Red Pipe is in Hot Water.
Just four years old, The Red Pipe Cafe is now facing some heat with music licensing agencies who are claiming that owner Rene David Alkalay cannot allow musicians to perform without proper licenses anymore. A GoFundMe goal of $2000 has been established to help the cause.
Best of Both Worlds.
An unlikely combo of Peruvian food and diner grub has been awarded Queens Gazette’s restaurant of the week. El Pio and the Forest Hills diner are operated tirelessly by Benito Galvan.
Which Pizza Will Reign Supreme?
Mama Mia, it looks like Nick’s Pizza has some competition with new Numero 28’s newest neighborhood addition to their chain of now nine Neapolitan style pizzerias. Located on 70th Road, a strip known for its restaurants and recent closings like UNO’s, Santa Fe, and The Grill.
Did You Already Forget Your Diet?
With March approaching, some of us may have already forgotten our New Year’s resolutions. Fear not, Foursquare has compiled a list of healthy neighborhood spots, to keep you on track.
Everyone’s Place is in the Kitchen.
It’s no secret that restaurant kitchens are male-dominated spaces. AMNY pays homage to all the females pizza chefs and gives a shout out to Lillian Calabrese who’s been running Lillian’s Pizza in Forest Hills for well over 40 years now.
Where to Eat After a Forest Hills Concert.
With everyone flocking to see talents like Arctic Monkeys and Portugal.The Man playing at the Forest Hills Stadium this summer, you’re sure to work up an appetite. If you don’t feel like paying for overpriced fries at one of the concert food stands, check out this list of nearby restaurants.
The Forest Hills Station House Gets a Cousin.
Creators of the Forest Hills Station House have decided to open another establishment aptly named The Astorian in, you guessed it, Astoria, Queens. Here they’ll be serving up carefully crafted cocktails, beers, and creative spins on international bites.
Mega Chain Starbucks Dominates the Espresso Game.
Tina Ma, the current owner of Paris Baguette in Rego Park has decided to open yet another location in Forest Hills. Located in the same building as Starbucks, Ma has been banned from serving espresso on the menu as part of a tricky lease clause.
Forest Hills Welcomes a New Chinese Bakery.
While Fay Da still successfully operates in Forest Hills, Jia Bao bakery has moved in nearby and is serving up Chinese baked goods and authentic cuisine.
A Festival Lands in Queens.
Forest Hills’s northern neighbor, Flushing will be seeing a food festival from April 28-29 titled “The World’s Fare” named after the World’s Fair of 1964. It will feature over 100 vendors.
Dedicated Foodies Will Flock to Forest Hills Come October.
The Patch reports that The Infatuation, a professional food review site, will be hosting NYC’s very first “EEEEEATSCON” food festival. Expect to see local restaurants, music performances, and a food panel. Tickets go on sale June 19.
Roast and Co is Doubling Up in Kew Gardens
Successful Roast and Co will now be adding a second addition to the Kew Gardens area. Opening in either late May or June, the eatery will be posted right outside of the LIRR station, offering their full original menu.
Rosalia’s Pizza–Closed by DOH
Rosalia’s Pizza on Queens Blvd was closed temporarily on May 7th for a failed health inspection. This comes just one year after their opening.
Ramen Rides Into Austin Street
Jhon Cho has just opened his third restaurant, Tamashii Ramen in Forest Hills last week. Authentic ramen and rice bowls will be served up alongside dishes like gyoza.