The Hottest New Restaurants in Queens, November 2024

"Go to Kafra’s for the pastries — and stay for the entrees. At this charming, sea blue-themed Colombian bakery in Jackson Heights, the daily lunch specials are generously portioned with rice, sweet plantains, soup, and salad included as complimentary sides. The centerpiece ranges from sancocho de res (a savory, beef stew) on Wednesday to grilled chicken accompanied by a warming pumpkin cream and apple soup on Friday. Colombian dinners and breakfasts — like the huevos en cacerola (baked eggs) with arepa and a choice of chorizo or morcilla — fill up the all-day menu. It satisfies sweet cravings, too, with pastries like the pastel de arequipe (caramel) and queso." - Caroline Shin, Eater Staff