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El Ay Si

El Ay Si

(Now Closed)
New American Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Hunters Point, Queens
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  • Leana S.
    Leana SomanJuly 22, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    I never had food that made me Truthfully and literally Shed a teat because i was that happy. For brunch. The red eye. French toast. Peanut butter. Banana. Strawberries and black raspberries.
  • Erica S.
    Erica SklarSeptember 27, 2014
    The grilled octopus app is so yummy. Paired with the arugula salad (goat cheese and orange segments) it makes a great dinner! Jalapeño corn fritters are a nice snack too... Mmmm
  • Ben F.
    Ben FischerAugust 28, 2014
    The fried chicken is good, but what really makes the dish is the green beans and mashed potatoes. Don't see that kind of effort on sides very often. Loved the environment too! Will def be back
  • Rick J.
    Rick JamesMay 14, 2013
    Came here for an early dinner I started with the Jim Jam to drink. I highly reckoned this. Since it was Tuesday they had the lobster roll special, which is a must have for lobster lovers.
  • TenantKing.com
    TenantKing.comJune 20, 2014
    The cool atmosphere of this place will definitely make your brunch more interesting. Make sure you bring cash though, because they don't accept cards.
  • Christina C.
    Christina C.September 22, 2013
    Tater tots & sweet potato fries with spicy mayo is addicting. The Red Eye was delicious.
  • Compass
    CompassMay 15, 2014
    The neighborhood bar embraces many aspects of Long Island City charm, from trendy bourbon cocktails to a takeaway brunch counter.
  • Hana T.
    Hana TahirovicMay 15, 2013
    Fileto salad with filet mignon, rare. Pork belly also delicious. Best savory dish on menu! #esb on tap as well!
  • Aaron D.
    Aaron DancygierApril 5, 2013
    El Ay Si got a health rating of A with 10 points. Download the nyc health ratings android app to view and share restaurants on FourSquare http://nychealthratings.com/r/14557 Read more
  • E A.
    E AlixJanuary 29, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The Disco Tots come with many a tots smothered in cheese & gravy. I recommend sharing if you're into your lifespan & whatnot.
  • Christina T.
    Christina TroitinoAugust 11, 2014
    Pork belly and fried chicken are great. Also great cocktails but warning it is all cash only
  • Leana S.
    Leana SomanJuly 22, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    For brunch. Baby arugula with sliced almonds orange slices cherry tomatoes crispy chives and vinegarette
  • Benjamin P.
    Benjamin PeryerOctober 1, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    See Deena, the friendliest bartender on Vernon Boulevard. For brunch: A killer Bloody Mary. For dinner: The Chicken Fried Chicken and a Tecate.
  • Jeff W.
    Jeff WangApril 29, 2012
    The pork belly is out of this world, and the deep fried oreos are beyond imagination, because they are. Nice waiter!
  • Abby
    AbbyNovember 12, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Great brunch spot if you're in LIC. The bacon mac & cheese is a must. They also serve tater tots!
  • Rodrigo S.
    Rodrigo SalazarJanuary 3, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    very cool vibe here. brunch was good. had the x sandwich and im definitely going back. best LIC spot, along w blend and tournesol.
  • Stephanie P.
    Stephanie P.December 7, 2014
    Insanely over priced food. May come back to try their lobster mac n' cheese...too bad it's only on the menu as an appetizer.
  • Romaine T.
    Romaine ThomasJuly 6, 2013
    The drinks are amazing! Get the Jim jam or wam jam the other drinks like razzle are good but small.
  • Benjamin P.
    Benjamin PalmerMarch 30, 2013
    everything we had was great! tacos, burger, pork.
  • Abad M.heart icon on user image
    Abad MianAugust 10, 2014
    Love the BBQ brisket sandwich for lunch or brunch.
  • Ivan C.
    Ivan ChavezMarch 15, 2014
    Great food, great drinks, but looses major points for being cash only.
  • Juan O.
    Juan OlmedoJuly 12, 2011
    Tater tots and margartias with brunch! Drinks are great and the chicken fried chicken is yeeeehawwww!
  • Amy
    AmyJanuary 8, 2012
    The following breakfast exists here: peanut butter banana and bacon between two pieces of French toast
  • Jason W.
    Jason WongApril 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    You can get nachos here for $26 if you add everything, no joke
  • Nicole L.
    Nicole LusinkSeptember 7, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing food! My favorite restaurant in LIC!
  • Justine M.
    Justine MarieAugust 28, 2011
    Great place for brunch. Try their sweet potato fries with the spicy dipping sauce, DELISH!
  • Nate
    NateJuly 22, 2012
    The bartender is the sweetest, fastest beer servin' gal this side of the East River
  • Janae R.
    Janae RedmondJanuary 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    The X Sandwich w tater tots is pretty awesome. Trying out the steak and eggs today!
  • E A.
    E AlixJuly 3, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The X Sandwich tho. I don't think I can come here for brunch and not get that.
  • Katie T.heart icon on user image
    Katie TFebruary 22, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Great comfort food elevated to another level!!
  • Edith G.
    Edith G.April 9, 2012
    I made the mistake of ordering wine, $9 for a small glass of house wine served in a cup is a joke. Very tasty Mac & cheese though.
  • Romaine T.
    Romaine ThomasJuly 6, 2013
    Their sweet potato fries are to kill for. Try it....
  • Shannon B.
    Shannon B.July 12, 2013
    Love the Mac n cheese!!! I can't wait to try brunch.: 0
  • Chris W.
    Chris WardakMarch 9, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Of your a vegetarian definitely get the Chili. You won't be sorry..
  • E A.
    E AlixOctober 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Tecate tall boy comes in a paper bag ✌️
  • Steve H.
    Steve HaasSeptember 21, 2013
    The tater tots are amazing!
  • Marinka Y.
    Marinka YMay 5, 2013
    Pork belly is totally amazing!!
  • Patrick D.
    Patrick DonagherNovember 4, 2012
    Delicious brunch very friendly staff
  • Charlotte S.
    Charlotte SardiñaJuly 21, 2013
    Great Brunch, great service!!!
  • Alex T.
    Alex TeicheiraMarch 17, 2013
    Chicken and waffles, coffee and a mimosa...best brunch ever.
  • Paola C.heart icon on user image
    Paola ConeryJuly 10, 2014
    Holy crap the deep fries Oreos.
  • Anna O.
    Anna OhareSeptember 23, 2014
    If you're looking for the lazy option, they don't deliver very far.
  • Kris A.
    Kris AJanuary 18, 2010
    Both the Black-Eyed Pea Cakes and the Sweet Potato Fries come with an excellent spicy dipping sauce.
  • Alanna Y.
    Alanna Y.August 17, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    They take credit cards now!!!
  • Stephanie A.
    Stephanie AzarconJuly 19, 2012
    Pork belly + deep fried oreos = bad meaning good
  • Kamran N.
    Kamran NaqviJanuary 22, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Best burgers in LIC. And the cherry cobbler is amazing.
  • Andrea G.heart icon on user image
    Andrea GambardellaJuly 13, 2014
    Yummy margarita for happy hour.
  • Xian X.
    Xian XianMay 30, 2011
    Friendly bartenders, yummy $10 16 oz Sauza Silver margaritas
  • Athena C.
    Athena ChangJuly 6, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the 1/2 Lb Burger -
  • Stephen A.
    Stephen ANovember 12, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    You cannot go wrong with the Disco Tots!!!
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