With the start of a new month comes the arrival of even more new and delicious restaurant openings in the western Queens community. From Georgian cuisine to French bakeries, there’s plenty to check out in the area.

Whether you’re looking for a new dinner meet-up spot with friends or want to continue to explore diverse cuisine from all over the world, here are some of the latest restaurants and cafes to try in Astoria and Long Island City.

Ayat

Ayat recently had its long-anticipated opening at the end of October, following the initial announcement of their Astoria location around a year ago. The Palestinian restaurant is a Michelin-recognized eatery featuring dishes like their beef shawarma pizza sandwich, as well as traditional entrees like the Maklouba. The restaurant serves a variety

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