Best Trendy Restaurants in Flushing (11355)
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Yeh's Bakery
Feather-light sponge cakes that stay balanced, never sugary-heavy.
Notable Picks
#1
Yeh's Bakery
8.6
A long-running Taiwanese-style bakery that’s built its reputation on light sponge cakes and whipped-cream-forward “Boston pie” that stays airy instead of cloying. Treat it as a grab-and-go counter: pick one centerpiece cake, then add a couple of classic buns for balance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Boston cream pie (Boston pie), Strawberry sponge cake, Curry bun
What makes it special: Feather-light sponge cakes that stay balanced, never sugary-heavy.
8.4
Old-school Cantonese dim sum palace in a converted diner space, featuring chandeliers, Greek columns, and traditional cart service. Weekend mornings see packed crowds of families vying for silky cheung fun, chicken feet, and puffy pineapple pork buns from roving carts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shrimp Rice Rolls with Crispy Shrimp, Har Gow, Pineapple BBQ Pork Bun
What makes it special: Traditional cart-service dim sum with a dedicated parking lot—rare in Flushing
#3
Alley 41
8.3
A slightly upscale Sichuan room with Chengdu-alley styling that works well for a low-key date when you want bold flavors without chaos. The menu’s strength is shareable, spice-forward staples (think cumin beef and house-style noodles) served in a cleaner, calmer dining room than most Flushing hot spots.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cumin beef (sizzling-style), House-made sweet-and-sour noodles, Pork belly & cucumber (garlic-chili style)
What makes it special: Sichuan share-plates in a more polished, date-friendly room.
8.1
A full-service, date-friendly room where cocktails and a broader menu make it feel like an actual night out rather than a counter run. Fries land best as a shareable starter—use them as the crispy bridge between drinks and mains.
Must-Try Dishes:
Truffle Fries (when available), Signature cocktails, Seasonal small plates
What makes it special: A real sit-down night-out option in 11355 with shareable starters.
#5
Gupji
8.1
A stylish Korean-leaning grill spot with izakaya energy—dim lights, shareable plates, and a menu that plays well for dates or small groups. The best meals balance one rich grilled main with a lighter “reset” dish to keep flavors clean and paced.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled pork belly, Chilean sea bass, Gupji salad
What makes it special: A modern Korean grill vibe built for share-plates and small celebrations.
8.1
A niche Korean BBQ room that’s become a word-of-mouth pick for seafood-forward grilling and harder-to-find items, especially eel and marinated crab. It’s not a “scene” space, but it’s trendy in the way Flushing trends matter: specialty-driven, lineup-worthy, and intensely repeat-ordered.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled eel, LA galbi, Seafood soft tofu stew (soondubu)
What makes it special: KBBQ that’s especially strong on grilled eel and seafood sides.
Worthy Picks
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Instagram Worthy Wonders
A modern, high-traffic seafood buffet that’s trendy in the ‘big-room, big-spread’ Flushing way—bright, social, and built for group celebrations. It rewards discipline: go seafood-first, then one cooked-food lane, then dessert, or the experience turns into expensive chaos.
Must-Try Dishes:
Snow crab legs, Garlic butter lobster (when available), Sushi + sashimi station picks
What makes it special: High-utility seafood buffet variety with frequent crowd energy.
7.6
A Northeast Chinese specialist that trends with locals for one reason: bold, high-satisfaction plates and portions that make group ordering feel like a win. It’s not a design-driven room, so the best play is a tight order—one crispy signature, one dumpling/noodle anchor, and a vegetable to keep the table balanced.
Must-Try Dishes:
Deep-fried small yellow croaker, Stir-fried pickled cabbage with glass noodles, Guo Bao Rou (sweet-and-sour pork)
What makes it special: Dongbei classics and dumplings with a budget-first mindset.