Won't break the bank, but has killer food?
ZABB THAI (Queens, NY)
Fiery cuisine with salty flavors from Isaan, Thailand's northeast province. Menu includes Kor MooYang (BBQ pork tenders, $9) and Yum Ped Yang (crispy duck salad, $10).
"It fell off a few years ago, but it's back!! Melt your face spicy Northeastern Thai food. I've been 3 times in the last 2 weeks. I can't get enough."
71-28 Roosevelt Avenue, Jackson Heights, NY 11373, T: 718.426.7992
Off the beaten track places to eat, that you'd be excited to take an adventurous eater?
TANDOORI HUT (Queens, NY)
Samosas, pakoras, tandoori chicken, and curries with main courses averaging $10.
"Fresh, balanced Northern Indian cuisine... it's a real find."
119-04 Atlantic Ave, Jamaica, NY 11419, T: 718.850.8919
Authentic Malaysian?
LAUT (Manhattan, NY)
Thai flavors also play a big part in the menu which includes Sotong Goreng (marinated fried squid, $8), tamarind duck ($14), and chili crab with steam bun and pork ($13).
"I think Kathy Wong is doing a great job."
15 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003, T: 212.206.8989
BBQ?
SAM'S BBQ (Austin, Texas)
Thick, velvety barbecue sauce, consistently rave reviews, and open until 3am. (Average main course is $10).
"For mutton… best tasting fat there is."
2000 E 12th Street, Austin, TX 78702, T: 512.478.0378
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