Puffs Patties

On Nostrand Avenue, this tiny counter serves up a heavy meal. While the signature move is layering macaroni and cheese and gravy-smothered meat into the mix, the menu also features vegetarian options like jerk mushroom and callaloo. The storefront has no seating and fits only a few people at a time, making it strictly a grab-and-go affair. To balance the spiced jerk chicken, they pour a house pineapple ginger juice with a strong ginger flavor. Specialty oxtail empanadas are also on offer, though they tend to sell out early.