Use Your Noodle! Astoria’s Best Spots to Carbo-Load This Winter

Is there anyone who doesn’t love a big bowl of noodles? Whether you’re enjoying spaghetti at your favorite Italian spot, Pad See Ew at a Thai restaurant, or ramen at a Japanese joint, there’s nothing better than a heaping serving of carb-y goodness. Here are some of our favorite places to get a noodle fix!

Trattoria L’incontro

When you’re looking for a special occasion Italian dinner full of delightful pasta, Trattoria L’incontro is always a winning choice. Whether it’s lasagna, fettuccine, or ravioli that warms your soul, you’ll find it here.

Trattoria L’incontro (21-76 31st St. | (718) 721-3532)

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The Queens Kickshaw

Although best known for their knockout grilled cheese sandwiches, TQK recently introduced a fantastic vegetarian ramen that’s both comforting and playful. Don’t miss the pickled hard-boiled egg included; it provides a nice acidic kick for the dish.

 

The Queens Kickshaw 40-17 Broadway |(718) 777-0913
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Vite Vinosteria

We Heart Astoria recently enjoyed a phenomenal meal at Vite, and the pasta shined especially bright. Their ravioli and tagliatelle both left us wanting to return again soon!

 

Vite Vinosteria 31-05 34th St. (718) 278-8483
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Tamashii Ramen

With plenty of options for both vegetarians and meat-eating ramen lovers, Tamashii provides an excellent spot to slurp up some noodles on Broadway. One particular standout is the Champon bowl, topped with seafood and featuring a broth with a slightly spicy kick.

 

Tamashii Ramen 29-05 Broadway (718) 278-5888
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Brick Cafe

Brick Cafe does everything well, and pasta is no exception. Both their Wild Bucatini Ragu (with wild boar in a red wine sauce, pictured below) and Linguini Mare Nero (fresh black linguini with shrimp, clams, and mussels) are out of this world.

 

Brick Cafe 30-95 33rd St |(718) 267-2735
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HinoMaru Ramen

For ramen-seekers off Ditmars, HinoMaru is here for you. Try of their signature dishes: Tonkotsu. It features a a creamy pork broth with cha-su, kikurage mushroom, scallion, menma, nori, and naruto.

 

HinoMaru Ramen 33-18 Ditmars Blvd| (718) 777-0228
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Pye Boat Noodle

For me, one of the most comforting meals out there is a large serving of Pad See Ew. Simple, tasty, and always hits the spot. Pye Boat Noodle’s version gets the job done every time!

 

Pye Boat Noodle 35-13 Broadway|(718) 685-2329
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Wave Thai

Another option for Ditmars folks, Wave satisfies those Thai cravings. Be sure to try the Street Noodles, (Pad See Ew) a favorite of WHA-er Mackenzi!

 

Wave Thai 21-37 31st St|(718) 777-6789
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Vesta

Vesta can pretty much do no wrong. If there’s a pasta special on the menu, like the lasagna pictured below, you can be certain you’re in for a major treat.

 

Vesta 21-02 30th Avenue |(718) 545-5550
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Ornella Trattoria

Tucked into a cozy space on 23rd Ave, Ornella has everything you’d want from an Italian restaurant: reliable standbys like spaghetti and meatballs, but also inventive options like pasta made with hemp or chickpea flour. One of the most noteworthy options is the Pasta di Castagna, a chesnut flour pasta in a cream and pistachio sauce with truffle oil.

 

Ornella Trattoria 29-17 23rd Ave |(718) 777-9477
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60 Beans

Not just for coffee anymore, 60 Beans has recently established itself as a go-to dinner spot on Ditmars. Their pasta selections are a must-try, especially the Burnt Leek Reginette, which features braised lamb and creamy ricotta.

60 Beans (36-02 Ditmars Blvd)
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Now it’s your turn: Where do YOU go to get your noodle fix? Share with us on Facebook and in the comments below!