Taylor's Ham

where food and music and Taylor Swift collide

Queens

  • Midori Matsu

    I was in the mood for hibachi. Recently, I was looking at Google Maps and found Benihana in midtown and thought, “Wow, I haven’t been there in a long time, let’s go.” Then, I learned there would be crowds. Then, I learned there would be no reservations available. So, I began a quest to find… Read more

  • Sanfords

    Don’t listen to Yelp. Sanfords is not good. I wouldn’t even suggest going there and getting something that we didn’t order, just to see if it’s up to snuff. Try the Neptune Diner instead. At least Neptune owns up to its diner status. Read more

  • Wild Turkey Smokehouse

    When My Dining Partner (MDP) received an email about a Groupon for Wild Turkey Smokehouse in Sunnyside, I was skeptical. What exactly is this smokehouse? I wondered. Their website isn’t exactly glamorous. But, I told MDP to get the Groupon anyway–on a whim–and we tried it tonight. Read more

  • Mario’s

    Hidden from the main thoroughfare, Mario’s sits on a quiet corner just south of Queens Boulevard in Sunnyside. Its simple blue awning belies the sophistication of the cuisine found within. Read more

  • Pink Icing Bakery

    The wait is finally over. Pink Icing Bakery has opened. The long-awaited bakery has been teasing Sunnyside residents for more than two months now. First, Sunnyside Post said it would open the first week of March. Then, Pink Icing’s sign went up some time in April. Then, I saw a “we’re hiring” sign a few… Read more

  • F. Ottomanelli Burgers and Belgian Fries

    And it’s not just the fresh ingredients that will keep customers coming back for me. It’s the gracious hospitality with which customers are met. So, even if you’re not from Queens, you definitely want to check out F. Ottomanelli’s Burgers and Belgian Fries. They’re top-of-the-notch and possibly the best in the borough. Read more

  • Bliss 46, Sunnyside

    Located on 46th Street, just around the corner from Queens Boulevard, Bliss 46 offers an elegant ambiance and traditional French cuisine. Read more

  • Bonfire Grill, Forest Hills

    Located in trendy Forest Hills, Bonfire Grill serves up delicious sandwiches and tapas. Read more

  • John Brown Smokehouse, Astoria

    John Brown Smokehouse boasts a simple menu packed with flavorful meat platters. Though it’s far from the train, it’s well worth the walk. Read more

  • Curry Point, Sunnyside

    Fast, cheap, delicious. Three words that embody Curry Point’s cuisine. If you’re seeking the best Indian take-out in Sunnyside, look no further. Read more