Cafe Amici

This Queens neighborhood spot stands out for its warm service, with visitors frequently praising the polite woman at the bar. While you can stop in just for coffee, the menu features classic crispy fries and a buffalo chicken panini. Be aware that the atmosphere comes with a caveat: visitors have noted a strong smell of smoke that starts outside the door and intensifies once you are inside, leading some to wonder if hookah is offered on-site.