Southeast Queens Coffee, Jerk Tacos and Oxtail

Four Southeast Queens stops from Springfield Gardens to Cambria Heights, pairing almond croissants and iced coffee with Jamaican-Mexican tacos, Caribbean seafood boils and oxtail plates.

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The Velvet Haus Cafe
4.9 (54)
Mon – Fri, 06:30 – 18:30; Sat, 08:00 – 16:00
141-19 224th St

Flaky almond croissants and the signature iced Laurelton coffee are served in an elegant room at 141-19 224th St, with lunch and snacks for those staying to work.

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Taco and Ting
4.5 (41)
Mon – Wed, Sat, 11:30 – 21:30; Thu, 11:30 – 22:00; Fri, 11:30 – 22:30
228-07 Linden Blvd

Oxtail birria tacos, jerk chicken quesadillas and sweet chili shrimp bowls pair with pineapple ginger juice at 228-07 Linden Blvd in Cambria Heights.

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Blu Seafood Restaurant & Bar
4.0 (367)
Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1)
222-02 Merrick Boulevard, Queens, NY 11413, USA

Caribbean-inspired seafood boils, jerk chicken, oxtail and lamb chops come with strong drinks and DJ music at 222-02 Merrick Blvd, open until 2 AM on Friday and Saturday.

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Spring Gardens Restaurant
4.2 (739)
Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 23:59
135-29 Springfield Boulevard

Tender oxtails, jerk chicken and fried chicken lead the Caribbean menu at 135-29 Springfield Blvd, open from 8 AM, though plates can vary from visit to visit.

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