A Queens Eating Route from Ridgewood to Jamaica

A Queens eating route across the borough: Peruvian rotisserie on Northern Boulevard, budget sushi and Chinese in Jackson Heights, Mexican and sushi in Ridgewood, and Latin comfort down in Jamaica.

Pio Pio 5 To Go
Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 23:00
4.1 (1,624)
84-21 Northern Boulevard

On Northern Boulevard, a no-frills spot serves quick Peruvian rotisserie chicken and its signature green sauce. It fits a fast first stop. Open to 11:00 PM on weekends. Pricing is mid-priced.

East 21
Mon, Wed – Thu, 11:00 – 22:30; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 23:30; Sun, 11:30 – 22:30
4.3 (106)
71-26 Roosevelt Ave

In Jackson Heights, a cash-only spot offers wallet-friendly sushi combos and Chinese takeout. It suits a quick, inexpensive bite. Open to 11:30 PM on weekends, closed Tuesday. Pricing is mid-priced.

El Saborito Restaurant
Mon – Thu, 10:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sun, 11:00 – 23:00
4.9 (97)
10-70 Cypress Ave

In Ridgewood, a family-run spot plates generous Mexican classics with fresh, handmade corn tortillas. It rewards the ride out. Open to 11:00 PM on weekends. Pricing is inexpensive.

YSO Sushi
Tue – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 22:30
4.5 (139)
6-66 Onderdonk Ave

Also in Ridgewood, a cozy spot serves fresh sashimi, small bites, and specialty rolls like the Volcano. It fits a relaxed sushi stop. Open to 10:30 PM on weekends, closed Monday. Pricing is mid-priced.

JS Restaurant & Diner
Mon – Sat, 08:00 – 20:00; Sun, 08:00 – 19:00
4.3 (45)
165-68 Baisley Blvd

Down in Jamaica, a casual diner plates Latin American comfort food, from oxtail to passion-fruit juice. It closes the route. Open daily, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Pricing is inexpensive.

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