Eat Local: Jamaica Center Edition

We are constantly surrounded by Fast Food places and that has a huge impact on our health. Most of the food given by these places can be given to us in much healthier portions in other places. However, it can be hard finding restaurants that are both healthy and delicious. This is understandable as Jamaica center is full of Fast food places, all of them very easy to get to.

What if I told you there was a place that provides you with more authentic food options. If you’re tired of eating fast food all the time, Jamaica Market is the place for you. Also known as the food court, it provides you with more authentic, better options. Moreover, it gives you a great opportunity to support small businesses. Here are some places you should check out:

Ash’s Cafe

For all my coffee lovers, Ash’s Cafe is the perfect place for you. This is a great alternative to Dunkin Donuts, as it’s not only much cheaper than Dunkin but it also provides you with everything Dunkin has to offer. It’s open throughout the whole day, so if you’re thinking about getting breakfast on your way to school, give Ash’s Cafe a chance.

G&L Cajun Grill

Cajun Grill offers authentic Cajun dishes such as their bourbon chicken and Cajun rice among other entrees. They offer different portion sizes, each one a reasonable price. If you’re tired of Chipotle, the Cajun Grill provides you with the same options but better.

New Sakura Japan

Looking for some entertainment while you’re waiting for your food to come? New Sakura Japan is the place for you. It is a family owned restaurant that specializes in Hibachi cuisine. Your food will be cooked in real time on a grill in front of you while you are waiting. It is perfect for those of you who are very specific with how you like your food made and want to try something new.

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Best Food Salad Bar

If you love food and love having an abundance of options to choose from, Best Food Salad Bar might be the place for you. It offers a wide selection of hot and cold buffets. Moreover, it is served by the pound, so you can choose to eat as little or as much as you like. This place provides you with the option to combine any foods of your choice. So go check it out, if you’re interested!

These are just some of the places in the Food Court! There’s much more for you to try out. Best of all, they are all in one place! So if you get tired of one place, there’s much more to try. Now for those of you who don’t like to venture out of your comfort zone and like to stick to the classics. Here are some places you might like:

McDonalds

This is a classic Fast Food place we all know and love. It has affordable prices and has many options from breakfast to lunch. There’s not much to say that most of you don’t know already. If you are afraid to try something new and want to stick to something you can trust, McDonalds is perfect for you.

Shake Shack

Shake Shack is a hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard. It’s known for delicious burgers, hot dogs, and crispy fries. Their most popular burger is the Shack Burger and most people order their cheese fries. The service is great as your food gets served in a good amount of time. They also have great vegetarian options if you don’t like eating meat like their mushroom burger. So go check it out if you’re interested.

Jollibee

Jollibee is a popular Philippines-based chain globally known for its famed fried chicken, spaghetti & burgers. They have a decent delivery time and have amazing chicken. Their place is very aesthetically pleasing and has many places to sit if you want to eat in. If you love crispy chicken, Jollibee is the place for you.

Panda Express

Panda Express is a fast food restaurant chain that specializes in American Chinese cuisine. It’s known for its orange chicken and chow mein. It has an affordable price and you get your food in a good amount of time. If you like chinese food, this is the place for you.

Chipotle

Chipotle is a mexican-grill fast-food including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls. This place is perfect if you’re picky and want to know and decide everything you want to eat. It has everything from chips & guac to quesadillas. It is affordable and it recently had its 6$ meal deal for anyone who dressed up for Halloween.

Taco Bell

Taco Bell is also a mexican fast-food chain serving tacos & quesadillas & nachos. If you don’t like Chipotle but still want some Mexican food, Taco Bell is an option. The service is friendly. It has decent prices and has a lot of options to choose from.

Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers

Raising Cane’s is a Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast. It is a combo based place meaning you can only order food that has a combination meals of chicken, fries, and toast. We’ve all heard or seen that Raising Cane’s is being built in Jamaica Center. It is a new addition to food places in Jamaica Center and it is opening December 17. So go check it out when it opens.

Whether you’re in the mood for comfort food, international cuisine, or something entirely different, these sports are sure to satisfy your cravings and leave you coming back for more. The next time you are wondering where to eat, why not step out of your routine and discover a new favorite? Happy Dining!