Abuqir

Best Restaurants in New York City | Eater NY

"While Astoria Seafood may be more known as the Queens pick-your-own-seafood spot, we are loyal to Abuqir. The Astoria Egyptian restaurant is less touristy and has a smaller footprint, but the format is the same: Saddle up to the counter where there’s all sorts of fresh fish, shrimp, and other seafarers on display, select the catch, and tell the team how you want it cooked — fried, baked, grilled, blackened, etc. It’s hard to find a more blissful meal. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas; takeout orders can be placed in person. Best for: Casual group dining." - Emma Orlow