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Barzola
- 95-20 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369

Ecuadorian restaurant ★4.0·$$

95-20 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369, USA

4.0
Food is very good. The Barzola chain is probably the best for Ecuadorian food compared to other restaurants. The price though is very high for drinks and food. The encebollado is always excellent, llapingachos is very good as well. We always get the empanada and it comes out hot and fresh and the mochines are the best. - Angela C
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Barzola Introduce

Barzola is a celebrated Ecuadorian restaurant that has become a staple in the East Elmhurst neighborhood of Queens, New York. This establishment is a beacon for those seeking an authentic taste of Ecuador's vibrant and diverse culinary traditions. Barzola prides itself on serving a menu that is rich in flavor, history, and a passion for South American cuisine. From classic stews to fresh seafood and hearty meat dishes, the restaurant offers a comprehensive journey through Ecuadorian gastronomy. The atmosphere is designed to be both casual and cozy, making it a perfect spot for families, groups, or even solo diners to relax and enjoy a genuine cultural experience.

The restaurant's dedication to quality is evident in every dish, with a focus on fresh ingredients and traditional preparation methods. Barzola is particularly renowned for its seafood, which is a cornerstone of Ecuadorian cuisine. The extensive ceviche menu, featuring a "create your own combination" option, highlights their commitment to offering a personalized and exceptional dining experience. Whether you're a connoisseur of Ecuadorian food or a curious first-timer, Barzola provides an approachable and welcoming environment to explore new flavors. The professional and friendly staff adds to the overall appeal, ensuring that every visit is memorable and satisfying.


Location and Accessibility

Barzola is conveniently situated at 95-20 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369. This location in Queens is highly accessible for both local residents and visitors. The restaurant is located near major thoroughfares, making it easy to reach by car. For customers who drive, the restaurant offers the convenience of both a free parking lot and free street parking, which is a significant amenity in a busy New York City neighborhood.

The restaurant is also committed to accessibility, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and seating. This ensures that all customers, regardless of mobility, can dine comfortably and enjoy the full Barzola experience. The combination of easy parking and comprehensive accessibility makes Barzola a practical and welcoming destination for everyone in the New York area.


Services Offered
  • Dine-in: Barzola provides a comfortable and cozy setting with seating and table service, perfect for enjoying a full meal and the restaurant's casual atmosphere.
  • Takeout: For those on the go, the restaurant offers takeout services, allowing customers to enjoy their favorite Ecuadorian dishes at home or at work.
  • Delivery & No-contact delivery: Barzola partners with various delivery services, including a no-contact option, to bring their delicious food directly to your doorstep.
  • Curbside Pickup: Customers can order ahead and have their food delivered to their car for a quick and convenient pickup experience.
  • Drive-through: A rare and highly convenient feature for a sit-down restaurant, Barzola offers a drive-through service for an ultra-fast way to get your meal.
  • Catering: With a menu featuring large platters and a variety of dishes, Barzola is well-equipped to provide catering services for parties and events.

Features and Highlights
  • Authentic Ecuadorian Cuisine: Barzola is a specialist in Ecuadorian food, offering traditional dishes that are well-regarded by the community. Signature items like the Encebollado (a flavorful fish stew) and Llapingachos (stuffed potato patties) are frequently praised by customers.
  • Extensive Seafood Menu: The restaurant's menu features a wide variety of seafood, including an impressive list of ceviches and main dishes like Arroz Con Mariscos and Salmon A La Parrilla. The option to "create your own combination" of ceviches is a major draw.
  • Great Drinks & Desserts: Barzola is highlighted for its excellent cocktails and a selection of hot beverages, juices, and desserts, providing a complete dining experience. The Sangria is particularly noted in reviews.
  • Versatile Dining Options: The restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, making it a great choice for any time of day. It is also suitable for a quick bite or for enjoying small plates.
  • Family-Friendly Environment: With a kids' menu, high chairs, and a casual atmosphere, Barzola is a great option for families dining with children.
  • Sports and Atmosphere: The restaurant has a cozy and casual atmosphere, and the "Sports" highlight suggests a lively environment, possibly with televised games, making it a fun spot for groups and tourists.

Contact Information

Address: 95-20 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369, USA

Phone: (718) 433-9843


What Is Worth Choosing

Barzola is a standout choice for anyone in New York seeking a true taste of Ecuadorian cuisine. The primary reason to choose this restaurant is its authenticity and the consistently high quality of its food. As noted by a real customer review, the "Barzola chain is probably the best for Ecuadorian food compared to other restaurants," which speaks volumes about its reputation and the trust it has built within the community. For those craving traditional dishes, the excellence of their Encebollado and Llapingachos is a major draw, as these are considered staples of the cuisine. The fact that their appetizers, like the empanada and muchines, are always served "hot and fresh" is a testament to their commitment to quality.

The menu's depth and variety are another compelling reason to visit Barzola. Whether you're in the mood for a light ceviche, a hearty meat dish, or a traditional Ecuadorian stew, the restaurant has a comprehensive selection. The ability to "Create Your Own Combination" of ceviches is a unique and appealing feature, allowing diners to customize their meal to their exact preferences. The balance of classic dishes like Seco De Gallina and seafood options such as Pargo Frito ensures there's always something new to try.

Furthermore, Barzola goes above and beyond with its services and amenities, making the dining experience incredibly convenient. The availability of a drive-through, curbside pickup, and various delivery options caters to a modern, fast-paced New York lifestyle. The restaurant's commitment to accessibility, with wheelchair-friendly entrances and restrooms, makes it an inclusive venue for all patrons. The atmosphere is noted as being cozy and casual, which is perfect for a relaxing meal with family or friends. The presence of a full bar and "Great cocktails" also makes it an excellent choice for a social outing. In a city with countless dining options, Barzola distinguishes itself by delivering an authentic, high-quality, and convenient dining experience that is both delicious and welcoming.

Barzola Menu

  • Crea tu Propia Combination de Ceviches / Create Your Own Combination

  • Mixto $29.25
  • Triple $31.25
  • Quintuple $35.50
  • Cuadruple $33.25
  • Sixtuple $37.50
  • Carne y Pollo

  • Carne Apanada / Breaded Steak $24.25
  • Pechuga De Pollo A La Plancha O Apanado $22.50

    Chicken breast.

  • Entraña / Skirt Steak $39.99
  • Churrasco $26.99

    Fillet steak with onions, peppers and tomatoes in our house sauce, served with rice, French fries and two eggs.

  • Lomo Salteado $24.99

    Stew beef loins with French fries.

  • Chuleta / Pork Chops $21.25
  • Costillas De Res A La Plancha $37.99

    Grilled beef ribs.

  • Carne Asada / Shell Steak $22.99
  • Bebidas Calientes

  • Chocolate $3.99
  • Té / Tea $2.99
  • Toronjil / Lemon Balmtea $2.99
  • Manzanilla / Chamomile $2.99
  • Morocho $6.99
  • Hierba Luisa / Lemon Grass $2.99
  • Cappuccino $4.99
  • Café / Coffee $2.99
  • Cafe Espresso $3.99
  • Anis / Anise $2.99
  • Horchata / Aromatic Herbs $2.99
  • Ensaladas

  • Ensalada De Camarón $29.99

    Shrimp salad.

  • Ensalada Mixta (Cangrejo Y Camarón) $32.50

    Mix salad. Crab and shrimp.

  • Ensalada De Cangrejo $28.50

    Crab meat mixed with potatoes.

  • Ensalada De Pollo $17.50

    Grilled chicken salad.

  • Ensalada De Pulpo / Octopus Salad $29.99
  • Ensalada De Aguacate $15.50

    Avocado salad.

  • Ensalada Ensalada De Lechuga Y Tomate $8.99

    Lettuce and tomatoes salad with citrus onions.

  • Mariscos

  • Arroz Con Cangrejo $32.50

    Rice with crabmeat.

  • Sudado De Pescado $27.99

    Fish fillet stew with sliced onions, peppers and tomatoes.

  • Salmon A La Parrilla $32.50
  • Camarones Apanados $29.50

    Breaded shrimp.

  • Filete De Pescado Al Ajillo $31.50

    Juicy Fish Filet Served in homemade Garlic Sauce

  • Tortilla De Camarón $21.99

    Shrimp omelette served with rice.

  • Arroz Con Mariscos $35.50

    Rice with seafood.

  • Camarón Al Ajillo $30.99

    Shrimp in garlic sauce.

  • Arroz Con Concha $32.50

    Rice with black clams.

  • Filete De Pescado Frito, A La Plancha O Apanado $26.50

    Fish fillet.

  • Arroz Con Camarones $31.50

    Rice with shrimp.

  • Pargo Frito $37.50

    Fried red snapper.

  • Acompanantes

  • Maduro / Fried Sweet Plantains $4.99
  • Habichuela / Beans $4.99
  • Tostones / Fried Green Plantains $4.99
  • Chifle / Plantain Chips $4.99
  • Arroz Con Habichuelas O Lentejas $7.99

    Rice with beans or lentils.

  • Arroz / Rice $4.99
  • Aguacate / Avocado $5.99
  • Mote / Steamed Hominy $4.99
  • Maiz Tostado / Toasted Corn Nuts $4.99
  • Papa Frita / French Fries $4.99
  • Bebidas Gaseosas

  • Pepsi $3.00

    The bold, refreshing, robust cola

  • Sprite $3.00

    The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.

  • Coca Cola $3.00

    The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

  • Agua $3.00
  • Guitig $3.00
  • Inca $3.50
  • Manzana $3.50
  • Tropical $3.50
  • Aperitivos

  • Deditos De Pollo $16.50

    Chicken tenders with French fries.

  • Calamar Frito $20.25

    Fried calamari.

  • Alitas De Pollo Y Papas $16.50

    Chicken wings and French fries.

  • Empanada De Verde Rellena De Carne $8.50
  • Muchín (3) $13.25

    Cassava croquettes stuffed with cheese. Three per order.

  • Humitas $8.25

    Fresh corn cake wrapped in corn leaf.

  • Picada Barzola (Para 2) $41.50

    Chicken, fried pork and sausage with plantain chips. For two.

  • Picada Marinera (Para 2) $43.50

    Shrimp, fish, calamari with plantain chips. For two.

  • Ayacas $6.99

    Sweet cornmeal cake with chicken.

  • Empanada Verde Rellena De Queso $6.50

    Green plantain patty stuff with cheese.

  • Salchipapas $10.25

    Frankfurters with French fries.

  • Ceviches

  • Concha / Black Clams $25.25
  • Cangrejo / Crab Meat $25.50
  • Camarón / Shrimp $23.25
  • Pescado Curtido / Fish $22.75
  • Encebollado De Pescado $21.99

    Marinated tuna fish with cassava.

  • Pulpo / Octopus $22.99
  • Desayunos

  • Calentado $16.50

    Mixed rice, beans, fried steak and sausage fried egg.

  • Bolon Mixto $13.99

    Mixed Green Plantain with Cheese and Pork

  • Desayuno Barzola $19.50

    Barzola breakfast.

  • Bolones Con Queso $12.50

    Mashed green plantain.

  • Bolon De Chicharron $12.99

    Mixed Green Plantain with Pork

  • Tortilla De Verde (Rellena De Queso) $16.50

    Green Plantain Patties Stuffed with Cheese. Served with 2 eggs and Spanish Sausage

  • Sopas

  • Sopa De Camarón $22.59
  • Caldo De Pata (Solo Sabado) $15.99
  • Sopa De Bola $21.50

    Beef stuffed platain soup.

  • Sopa De Gallina $16.50

    Chicken soup.

  • Caldo De Salchicha $22.50

    Traditional homestyle Ecuadorian sausage soup. Saturday and Sunday only.

  • Sopa Marinera $26.50

    Seafood soup.

  • Sancocho De Pescado (Bagre) $18.50

    Cat fish soup. Saturday and Sunday only.

  • Fanesca $27.00
  • Batidos

  • Limonada / Limonade De Sabor $8.50
  • Naranjilla $7.99
  • Jugo De Naranja $5.00
  • Mango $7.99
  • Mora / Blackberry $7.99
  • Tamarindo / Tamarind $7.99
  • Guanabana / Soursop $7.99
  • Limonada Natural $5.99
  • Guayaba / Guava $7.99
  • Maracuyá / Passion Fruit $7.99
  • Típico

  • Seco De Gallina $18.50

    Chicken stew served with rice.

  • Chaulafán $23.99

    Fried rice with pork, beef, chicken shrimp and eggs.

  • Llapingacho $21.99

    Potato patty with cheese served with peanut sauce sausage, fried pork chunks and eggs.

  • Cazuela De Pescado $22.50

    Casserole with fish and served with rice.

  • Cazuela Mixta $25.50

    Casserole mixed with fish and shrimp and served with rice.

  • Guatita $19.50

    Tripe with potatoes in peanut sauce and served with rice.

  • Seco De Chivo $21.50

    Goat stew served with rice.

  • Bollo De Pescado $19.75

    Cooked and grated green plantains with fish and peanut sauce wrapped in banana leaf.

  • Cazuela Marinera $31.50

    Seafood casserole served with rice.

  • Bandera $28.50

    Goat stew, tripe, tuna fish with cassava and shrimp ceviche and served with rice.

  • Fritada $23.75

    Fried pork chunks served with corn-nuts, hominy and sweet plantain.

  • Cazuela De Camarón $23.50

    Casserole with shrimp and served with rice.

Barzola Details

  • Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Drive-through
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports
  • Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • All you can eat
  • Beer
  • Braille menu
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

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Barzola Location

Barzola

95-20 Astoria Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369, USA

Barzola Reviews

An average rating of ★4.1 from 1277 user reviews.

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