Jando S.
Yelp
For anyone who has been here on a regular basis, it might be time to own up to the fact it's the nicest mall in Flushing, which really isn't saying much. For anyone who is from suburbia, this place won't impress you, but for the neighborhood, it's the place to be (literally) for many popular retail experiences.
Before the pandemic, Skyview was one of the busiest places in Flushing, period. The weekends were boiling over with people and week nights were still pretty crowded. Fast forward to 2021, it's still one of the busiest places in the hood, but with far less people to bump into.
Parking can be an issue, especially on the weekend but the rates are reasonable compared to the other lots in the hood. There is no food court to speak of and the dining options are limited to boba, dim sum (Grandma's!), and Chuck E Cheese. And of course, there's a Haagen-Dazs because #Flushing.
They don't call it the "Shops of Skyview" for a lack of options. There's a whole load of shops here ranging from clothing (Forever 21, Children's Place, Old Navy) to athleticwear (Nike Clearance, Converse, etc) department stores (Bed Bath Beyond, Target, Best Buy etc.), supermarkets (Skyfoods) and mega ones (BJ's). There are sales constantly happening and folks love a good deal. Let's not forget about Daiso Japan or the recent opening of Adidas. Things are definitely changing, hopefully for the better.
I also know there are luxury apartments as well. While I don't live there, I can imagine it being an attraction for would-be Flushing residents who want a little retail and a living room with a view.