Jimbo's Greek Restaurant and Bar - 3005 Astoria Blvd, NYC, 11102
On The Chopping Board (OTCB) was invited to dine at Jimbo's Greek Restaurant and Bar in Astoria, Queens. All food and beverages were provided free of charge.
For those of you unaware, Astoria, Queens in New York City (NYC) is a suburb rich in Greek history, with a number of Greek migrants calling Astoria home in the 1960's. A few weeks prior to this visit, I was in Astoria visiting friends and noticed a large number of Greek establishments present and was excited at what Jimbo's had to offer.
The restaurant has a large dining area with a space where live bands play on particular nights of the week. We are greeted by our server for the night who provides us with an extensive menu and lets us choose our own dishes. A friend and I opt for a few entrees, main and dessert.
For those of you unaware, Astoria, Queens in New York City (NYC) is a suburb rich in Greek history, with a number of Greek migrants calling Astoria home in the 1960's. A few weeks prior to this visit, I was in Astoria visiting friends and noticed a large number of Greek establishments present and was excited at what Jimbo's had to offer.
The restaurant has a large dining area with a space where live bands play on particular nights of the week. We are greeted by our server for the night who provides us with an extensive menu and lets us choose our own dishes. A friend and I opt for a few entrees, main and dessert.
Saganaki ($10) |
Horiatiki (S - $7, L - $12) |
Keftedes ($10) |
Arni Youvesti ($15) |
....and opened |
Galaktobouriko ($4) |
Finally, to finish the meal, we have the Galaktobouriko (Baked Greek custard cream in filo pastry, with honey syrup). At first glance, the dish looks very heavy, however the custard is light and airy and overall, the dish is not overly sweet. A great way to end the meal.
One of the things that my friend and I commented on during our visit to Jimbo's, related to the cost of the dishes (quite decent) and the serving sizes (very large). We speak to Jimbo and mention this to him and he comments that he wants to make sure that his patrons come hungry, leave full and get value for money... and this is exactly what we got.
If you are ever in Astoria and are wanting to try some Greek, give Jimbo's a go.
One of the things that my friend and I commented on during our visit to Jimbo's, related to the cost of the dishes (quite decent) and the serving sizes (very large). We speak to Jimbo and mention this to him and he comments that he wants to make sure that his patrons come hungry, leave full and get value for money... and this is exactly what we got.
If you are ever in Astoria and are wanting to try some Greek, give Jimbo's a go.
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