Dig Into Hefty Sandwiches and Hands-On Cajun Boils
Explore three neighborhood food counters through standout orders, from a bacon-egg-and-cheese classic and vodka chicken parm to honey henny chicken, jerk rasta pasta, crab bisque, and bib-ready seafood combos. Expect delivery options and limited indoor seating.
Queens and Brooklyn Eats
Queens Deli With Retro Play
Compton’s in Astoria serves a wide range of sandwiches, from familiar staples to guilty pleasure recipes. The New Yorker combines bacon, egg, and cheese, while the vodka chicken parm sandwich arrives with tater tots and can be large enough to share. Nostalgic arcade games add an easy diversion around the meal. The shop is open daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM at 28-02 23rd Ave, with mid-priced dining and a casual feel.
Before Dawn in Queens
At Cooklyn Eats, honey henny chicken, jerk rasta pasta, and baked wings anchor a mid-priced menu of hearty American food. Creamy mac and cheese or mashed potatoes can round out an order, and diners note generous portions that help justify the price. Music plays for customers waiting on in-person orders. DoorDash delivery is available. The shop is open daily from 6:00 AM to 3:00 AM at 153-01 Jamaica Ave.
Packed Shellfish Meals in Brooklyn
Crab Du Jour Xpress sends out hands-on seafood boils with clams, headless shrimp, and crab legs, plus bibs and gloves for the messy work. The garlic-laced seasoning stays flavorful without tasting overly salty. A thick bisque loaded with crab meat, lobster rolls, and quick sushi round out the menu. Indoor seating is very limited. This is a takeout-oriented stop. Delivery is available. The shop operates 11:30 AM to 9:45 PM Wednesday through Monday, closing Tuesday.
