Queens, to me, is uncharted territory; I know which trains go there and that it’s huge, but I don’t really know what it’s like. I briefly worked in Astoria once and that’s right about where my experience with it ends.

Rene currently works in Queens and I went there a few weeks ago to meet him after work. I’ve never been to his work neighborhood before, but also wanted to scope the place out since we may or may not be moving there in the future (more details on this soon, hopefully). He took me to WilliamsBurger for dinner. The day was Wednesday and we were in luck: every Wednesday from 6pm to 9pm is Date Night, which means two shakes and two burgers for $20!

With a name like that, you’d think WilliamsBurger was located in Williamsburg and according to their old website they are, so either they recently moved to Queens or just opened an additional location.

The restaurant is located in a mostly residential neighborhood. Inside, the walls are lined with wooden panels, which gives the place a warm, campy feeling. I ordered a medium burger with blue cheese and sauteed onions, and what arrived was probably the juiciest burger I’ve ever had (and I’ve had many) - I scarfed it down in record speed! The fries were on point as well, and I love that two types of house-made pickles are served with every order. Who knew all this goodness was hiding in mysterious Queens?

In my current nabe, I’m used to Brennan and Carr as the spot where I get my beef fix, but if I actually do move out there and this becomes the new spot, I wouldn’t mind one bit.

Tell me about your favorite neighborhood restaurant.