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Best Group Dining Gatherings Restaurants in Sunnyside

7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
Astoria Seafood
You choose the seafood market-style, then they cook it to order.

Notable Picks

$ Sunnyside Seafood
A high-volume, pick-your-fish counter that turns into a loud, communal feast once your bag hits the kitchen for grilling or frying. The best move is to choose one whole fish plus two shellfish items, then keep sauces minimal so the freshness stays in focus.
Must-Try Dishes: Grilled whole branzino, Grilled octopus, Fried calamari
What makes it special: You choose the seafood market-style, then they cook it to order.
$$$ Sunnyside Thai
A high-energy Bangkok-inspired room that leans into bold, street-to-banquet flavors rather than playing it safe. Come hungry, order share-style, and let the kitchen’s savory depth (noodles, curries, seafood) do the heavy lifting while the cocktail program keeps the pace moving.
Must-Try Dishes: Khao Soi, Crab noodles, Mango sticky rice
What makes it special: Bangkok-style flavors in a big, buzzy LIC dining room with cocktails.
$$$ Sunnyside Chinese
2022 Michelin Guide recommended Chinese fusion restaurant with tableside preparations and theatrical presentations. The Peking Duck with featherweight pancakes and Deep Fried Striped Bass with Pine Nuts draw crowds to this expansive, elegantly decorated space.
Must-Try Dishes: Peking Duck, Deep Fried Striped Bass with Pine Nut Sweet Sour Sauce, Xiao Long Bao
What makes it special: Michelin-recommended with theatrical tableside presentations and refined banquet-style dining
$$ Sunnyside American, BBQ
A counter-service BBQ stop built around smoked-meat satisfaction and a backyard hangout vibe that works especially well for groups. Order with focus—two signature meats plus one standout side—so the meal stays punchy and balanced instead of repetitive.
Must-Try Dishes: Brisket burnt ends, Beef brisket, Pork ribs
What makes it special: Kansas City–style BBQ with a backyard setup that fits groups.
$$$ Sunnyside Thai
Home-style Thai cooking that hits hardest on hearty, savory mains and shareable starters, with a comfortable neighborhood feel. It’s a strong choice when you want classic Thai executed with care—especially if you’re feeding a table and want range without fuss.
Must-Try Dishes: Crispy duck, Tom yum soup, Pad see ew
What makes it special: Home-style Thai plates that hold up for groups and repeat orders.

Worthy Picks

$$ Sunnyside Burgers
A neighborhood bar-restaurant where the burger is built like a proper kitchen item—dry-aged beef and a composed topping structure rather than a basic bar patty. It works best as a sit-down burger night with fries and one drink, not a long multi-course meal.
Must-Try Dishes: DK Breakfast Burger, Salmon Burger, Hand Cut Fries
What makes it special: Dry-aged burger options in a cozy neighborhood pub format.
$$ Sunnyside
A tucked-away Blissville pub that’s best used as a wings-and-a-drink destination when you want space, calm, and no scene pressure. The wings lean crowd-pleasing, and the overall vibe favors repeat visits over one-time hype.
Must-Try Dishes: Bantry wings (Buffalo), Bantry wings (Sriracha honey), Fish and chips
What makes it special: A low-key Blissville pub where wings are a mainstay order.