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Welcome to LaGuardia Cafe

LaGuardia Cafe, a charming Dominican-Spanish eatery in East Elmhurst, NY, offers a delightful mix of home-cooked flavors and friendly service. With a menu featuring dishes like chicken legs on rice with plantains and beans, patrons are treated to Michelin-level quality from simple ingredients. The café's commitment to authenticity shines through in dishes like grilled chicken sandwiches and stewed chicken with rice and beans, prepared with heart and soul. Customers rave about the fresh, flavorful offerings and the warm atmosphere, making LaGuardia Cafe a must-visit spot for those craving a taste of real, homemade Dominican-Spanish cuisine.

LaGuardia Cafe: Reviews & Ratings

Marc P.
Marc P.

Home cooked and amazing. Chicken legs on rice with plantains and beans were insanely great - how do you get Michelin level out of simple ingredients - just great stuff and nice staff.

Marianne L.
Marianne L.

Tasty food quick service short wait. Great location. Coffee was very good who h is hard to find sometimes!

Lakita N.
Lakita N.

Hot and FRESH made daily. So tasteful, colorful, flavorful and nice portions . Fresh juice and VERY clean. Great customer service ! I'm going back . I seen grandma in the kitchen

Abie N.
Abie N.

As Always they're friendly and accommodating here! Great food and many authentic home cooked feel's options as well.

Evan M.
Evan M.

With work, I often find myself in East Elmhurst a handful times a month. Over the years of coming here, the LaGuardia Cafe has been an ABSOLUTE STAPLE of my visits. Everything on the menu from the grilled chicken sandwich to the stewed chicken with rice and beans, is made with real heart and soul. The staff is always amazingly friendly making you feel like a regular to the restaurant whether it's your first time, or millionth. On my most recent visit i was fortunate enough to meet the owner, who was the full embodiment of this neighborhood gem. 5 Stars isn't nearly enough to explain the feeling of being in such great food and company!

Margie T.
Margie T.

Food was fantastically prepared!! Not greasy at all! Brings back sweet memories! Staff was so very knowledgeable & polite!!I I especially love the assembly line feature! Interior could use more air conditioning! Seemed to me that they treat every customer like family!!!

Hart P.
Hart P.

Just a few blocks from LaGuardia Airport, LaGuardia Cafe has Puerto Rican food hot and ready. A hot bar has meals ready to go for most of the day or you can order off of the menu. Plenty of local traffic getting filling meals. I haven't had mofongo for several years and made the walk on a long layover in New York. Far better than anything in the airport. I would also eat here on an airport layover. Nice ladies working the counter and as long as you are off peak hours there should be some seating available.

Shaji K.
Shaji K.

Highly rated cafe in a hard-to-get-to part of the city. Outside seating under the awning was closed due to the cold weather, so had to make do with the limited table seating inside. Menu is next to the cash register if necessary, while several food items are behind the counter in hearing trays for buffet style plates. Opted for the Cheese Empanada ($2.50), Egg + Cheese Sandwich ($4), and a Coffee ($2). Empanada is your basic fare, not great and an even amount of melted cheese inside. Sandwich comes out a bit later - good seasoning in the eggs, and again a balanced amount of cheese. Bread is fresh and buttered well. No frills spot with great prices and quick service. A nice place to stop before a trip in the morning.

Location

Welcome to LaGuardia Cafe, a hidden gem in East Elmhurst, NY that offers a delightful fusion of Dominican and Spanish cuisine for breakfast and brunch. This Latinx-owned cafe is not your typical eatery, as it boasts a variety of amenities such as delivery, takeout, reservations, vegan and limited vegetarian options, wheelchair accessibility, and even accepts cryptocurrency.

Located at 97-02 23rd Ave, LaGuardia Cafe is a quaint spot where you can enjoy a relaxing meal with friends and family. The menu features a mix of traditional dishes like chicken legs on rice with plantains and beans, as well as modern takes on classics like grilled chicken sandwiches and stewed chicken with rice and beans. Customers rave about the home-cooked feel of the food, praising its flavorful and colorful presentation.

What sets LaGuardia Cafe apart is not just the delicious food, but also the warm and welcoming atmosphere created by the friendly staff. Customers feel like regulars from the moment they walk in, thanks to the personalized service and attention to detail. Whether you're stopping by for a quick coffee or settling in for a leisurely meal, LaGuardia Cafe promises a memorable dining experience.

So why not swing by LaGuardia Cafe and see for yourself what all the buzz is about? Whether you're craving a hearty breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or a delicious dinner, this cafe has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this neighborhood gem where food is made with real heart and soul - it's an experience you won't soon forget.