4 Ridgewood Restaurants Near Forest Avenue For Pizza, Bowls And Chicken

4.7 (288)

Mon – Thu, 17:00 – 22:00; Fri, 16:00 – 22:30; Sat, 15:00 – 22:30; Sun, 15:00 – 22:00

68-38 Forest Ave store front A

Start at Pizzeria Panina, where small wood-fired pizzas share the menu with fresh pasta specials, complimentary sparkling water and a sticky toffee cake topped with gelato, olive oil and sea salt. Nearby Hi-node focuses on handroll sushi, onigiri and karaage. Continue to Hellbender for Mexican plates, then finish at Super Pollo for rotisserie chicken, rice, beans and yuca fries.

4.9 (66)

Tue – Sun, 11:00 – 19:00

68-38 Forest Ave

At 68-38 Forest Avenue, Hi-node pairs a small Japanese menu with a relaxed counter-service setting. Handroll sushi, onigiri and karaage chicken share the menu with grilled salmon bowls. Drinks center on a curated tea selection. The restaurant serves no alcohol. Hours run from 11 AM to 7 PM, Tuesday through Sunday.

4.3 (499)

Mon, Wed – Thu, 17:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 23:00; Sun, 11:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 22:00

68-22 Forest Avenue

Hellbender at 68-22 Forest Avenue serves Mexican plates including highly praised chicken milanesa, egg tostada and charred octopus over meat and beans. Shrimp ceviche adds a seafood option, while tall pancakes draw crowds. Chef Yara Herrera leads the kitchen. Book ahead, and note that the coffee selection does not include decaf.

4.5 (1,229)

Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sun, 11:00 – 23:00

8-65 Woodward Ave

Super Pollo brings Peruvian rotisserie chicken and Mexican specialties to 8-65 Woodward Ave. Complimentary chips and salsa start the meal, with rice, beans, yuca fries and green sauce among the sides. The dining room is simple, while outdoor seating is heated, well lit and open to fresh air. Online ordering is available.