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"I discovered a hip-hop–themed sandwich shop in a relatively obscure Astoria location that leans into its name with a 'Straight Outta Astoria' neon sign; sandwiches ($9–$12) are elaborately conceived. The Christopher combines roast beef, cheddar, beer-battered onion rings, lettuce, tomato, and horseradish aioli on a semolina hero, and my favorite so far is a breakfast sandwich that tangles two runny eggs, sausage, cheese, avocado, hash browns, and bright orange Sriracha mayo on a roll. There are lots of hot heroes, too, and Greek fries with ricotta and a tzatziki dipping sauce that reflect the neighborhood terroir." - Robert Sietsema