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Reef Restaurant & Bar
- 108-02 72nd Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Seafood restaurant, Bar ★4.0 (145)·$50–100

108-02 72nd Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375, USA

4.0
Food is everything! Grilled octopus was to kill for! Oysters, are pretty much oysters, though I did enjoy the cocktail sauce w/horseradish mix and I’m not a horseradish kinda guy. Also the fried calamari, 👍🏿👍🏿. But the main course, the seafood risotto, Chef’s kiss!!! Amazing. You could taste the seafood broth coming through, the shrimp and scallops were plump, juicy and perfectly cooked. I hen that fresh Parmesan hits your palate, HEAVEN. The misses enjoyed her lobster ravioli as well, and the drinks were an awesome, smooth glide and accomplice to a fantastic meal. Anyone who didn’t enjoy their experience here at Reef should try again. - Roger “Wyze” Smith
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Reef Restaurant & Bar Introduce

For New Yorkers seeking a sophisticated yet genuinely comfortable dining experience centered on fresh, high-quality catches, **Reef Restaurant & Bar** in Forest Hills, Queens, is a standout choice. This establishment is recognized as a top-tier **Seafood restaurant** and a dynamic **Bar**, providing the perfect combination of exquisite cuisine and a lively social atmosphere. Reef has quickly become a local favorite for its ability to deliver an **upscale, romantic, and trendy** dining environment without sacrificing a **cozy** and casual feel.

Located in the heart of Forest Hills, Reef goes beyond typical seafood fare. While the menu's "Sea" section is the main event—featuring delicacies like **Chilean Sea Bass ($52.00)**, **Mediterranean Sea Bass (Branzino 1.5 LB, $40.00)**, and the highly-praised **Grilled Octopus ($24.00)**—it also caters to all palates. The "Land" section offers high-end options like the **Dry Aged Bone In Rib Eye (24 Oz, $68.00)** and a juicy **Dry Aged 10 Oz Burger ($27.00)**, ensuring a perfect meal for every member of your party.

Beyond the food, Reef is celebrated for its complete bar experience, boasting a **Great beer selection**, **Great cocktails**, and a **Great wine list**, which makes it a perfect destination for **Happy hour drinks** or late-night food. This blend of fine dining seafood and exceptional bar service solidifies Reef Restaurant & Bar as a premier gathering spot in the Queens community.

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## Location and Accessibility for Queens Locals

Reef Restaurant & Bar is conveniently situated at **108-02 72nd Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375, USA**. This address places it directly in a vibrant, highly accessible section of Forest Hills, close to shopping and local attractions, making it a prime destination for residents across Queens.

Given its location in a bustling New York neighborhood, the restaurant offers several **parking** options, including access to a **paid parking garage**, **paid parking lot**, and available **paid street parking** nearby, making a visit straightforward for those driving. For patrons utilizing public transit or those requiring mobility assistance, the venue features a **wheelchair accessible restroom** and **wheelchair accessible seating**, demonstrating a commitment to accessibility and comfort for all community members.

Its central placement also makes it an ideal meeting spot for groups coming from different parts of the borough or Manhattan.

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## Services Offered

Reef Restaurant & Bar is dedicated to providing a high level of service and flexibility for its patrons:

  • Dine-in: Enjoy the full, attentive **table service** experience in the **casual, cozy, and romantic** indoor setting.

  • Outdoor Seating: Perfect for enjoying the atmosphere of Forest Hills while dining or having drinks.

  • Curbside Pickup & Takeout: Convenient options for locals who want to enjoy the fresh seafood at home.

  • Delivery: Bringing the taste of Reef right to your door.

  • Reservations: **Dinner reservations are recommended**, and the restaurant **accepts reservations** for all dining times, ensuring you secure a table during peak hours.

  • Comprehensive Dining Hours: Offering **Lunch, Dinner, and Dessert** with a full menu available, including **Late-night food** options.

  • Payment Flexibility: Accepts **Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments**.

  • Family Friendly: Provides **High chairs** for families dining with young children.

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## Features and Highlights

Reef’s success is built upon several distinctive features that set it apart in the competitive NYC dining scene:

  • Fresh and Diverse Seafood Menu: The centerpiece is its high-quality seafood, ranging from classic appetizers like **Shrimp Cocktail ($20.00)** and **Four Grilled Oysters ($17.00)** to signature mains like **Jumbo Shrimps Stuffed With Crab-Meat ($33.00)** and **Grilled Sword Fish Steak ($33.00)**.

  • Acclaimed Pasta and Risotto: Beyond simple fish dishes, the restaurant shines with its Italian-influenced plates, including the "Chef's kiss" **Risotto With Shrimp, Scallops & Creamy Tomato Sauce ($32.00)** and the delicious **Lobster Ravioli In Creamy Tomato Sauce ($28.00)**, highly praised by guests.

  • Superior Bar Program: It’s an ideal spot for drink enthusiasts, highlighted for its **Great cocktails**, **Great wine list**, and a wide selection of **Beer** and **Hard liquor**, making it an excellent bar destination in its own right.

  • High-Quality Meat Options: The inclusion of premium "Land" options like the **Dry Aged Bone In Rib Eye (24 Oz)** ensures non-seafood lovers or steak aficionados are equally impressed.

  • Exceptional Service and Atmosphere: The staff is noted for **Fast service** and creating a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere that is popular for both a **romantic** date night and accommodating large **Groups**.

  • Healthy & Vegetarian Options: The menu thoughtfully includes dedicated **Healthy options** and **Vegetarian** choices like **Spinach Ravioli In A Marinara Sauce ($19.00)** and the **Falafel & Grilled Vegetable Plate ($21.00)**.

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## Contact Information

For New Yorkers ready to experience this Forest Hills gem, please use the following contact details:

Address: 108-02 72nd Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375, USA

Phone: (718) 487-4564

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## What is Worth Choosing Reef Restaurant & Bar

For residents of Queens, and particularly the Forest Hills area, Reef Restaurant & Bar represents a compelling combination of upscale quality and neighborhood convenience that is hard to find. What makes it unequivocally worth choosing is the demonstrable dedication to the quality of its core offerings—the seafood, which is consistently described as fresh, perfectly cooked, and flavorful. The enthusiastic customer testimonials, praising the **Grilled octopus** as "to kill for" and the plump, juicy seafood in the risotto, offer concrete evidence of this commitment.

Beyond the raw ingredients, the skillful execution of dishes like the **Seafood Pasta ($34.00)** and the richness of the **New England Clam Chowder ($14.00)** make it a destination for true seafood lovers. However, Reef's ability to be a "dual threat" is its strongest asset. It successfully operates as a fantastic seafood house *and* a vibrant, well-stocked bar. This means you can visit for a full, white-tablecloth-worthy dinner, or simply stop by for some great **Happy hour drinks** and appetizers like the **Crab And Artichoke Dip ($20.00)** and **Lobster Mac And Cheese ($21.00)** at the bar.

The ambiance—described as a mix of **casual, cozy, romantic, and upscale**—makes it highly versatile. It’s a place where you can celebrate an anniversary, enjoy a quiet solo dinner, or host a lively group. The recommendation to make **Dinner reservations** is a good indicator that local popularity is high, confirming that this spot is a valued and well-regarded part of the Forest Hills dining landscape.

Reef Restaurant & Bar Menu

  • Land

  • Chicken With Garlic Sauce $24.00

    Cooked in a pungent savory sauce.

  • Dry Aged 10 Oz Burger $27.00

    Comes with French Fries

  • Dry Aged Bone In Rib Eye (24 Oz) $68.00
  • Grilled Chicken Kebab $26.00

    Two skewers served with yogurt and cucumber sauce.

  • Char-Grilled Lamb Chops $52.00

    A small piece of young sheep.

  • 8oz Filet Mignon $55.00
  • Soup And Salad

  • Fish Soup $12.00

    Light fish chowder with celery carrots and potato.

  • Country Salad $17.00

    Tomato, cucumber, onion, peppers, olives, feta cheese, olive oil

  • Seafood Salad $24.00

    Calamari, octopus, shrimp, onion, beets, baby greens, mustard dressing.

  • Arugula Salad $18.00
  • New England Clam Chowder $14.00

    New england clam chowder

  • Caesar Salad $16.00
  • Pasta And Risotto

  • Pasta With Crab-Meat $35.00

    On white wine and garlic sauce.

  • Lobster Ravioli In Creamy Tomato Sauce $28.00
  • Pasta With Meatballs $21.00

    Linguine, marinara sauce, garlic, beef meatballs.

  • Seafood Pasta $34.00

    Shrimp, clams, octopus, mussels garlic white wine or pink sauce.

  • Linguine With Clam Sauce $27.00

    With white or red clams sauce.

  • Risotto With Shrimp, Scallops & Creamy Tomato Sauce $32.00
  • Shrimp Scampi $31.00

    Shrimp scampi

  • Sea

  • Broiled Sea Scallops $34.00

    Cooked and seasoned mollusk.

  • Jumbo Shrimps Stuffed With Crab-Meat $33.00

    Shell fish.

  • Fresh Salmon Filet $32.00
  • Filet Of Sole Stuffed With Crab-Meat $33.00
  • Chilean Sea Bass $52.00
  • Grilled Sword Fish Steak, Caramelized Onions $33.00
  • Mediterranean Sea Bass(Branzino 1.5 LB) $40.00
  • 10 Oz Grilled Tuna Steak, Caramelized Onions $31.00
  • Grilled Sword Fish Kebab, Cilantro Mayo Sauce $32.00
  • Vegetarian

  • Baked Eggplant $19.00
  • Spinach Ravioli In A Marinara Sauce $19.00
  • Spinach Lasagna $20.00
  • Falafel & Grilled Vegetable Plate $21.00

    With rice and yogurt cucumber sauce.

  • Dips

  • Crab And Artichoke Dip $20.00
  • Guacamole $17.00

    Avocado, chillies, tomato, tortilla chips.

  • Yogurt & Cucumber Dip $10.00

    Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, dill.

  • Eggplant Dip $10.00

    Roasted eggplant, garlic, olive oil, walnuts.

  • Spicy Cheese Dip $10.00

    Feta cheese, jalapeño, dill.

  • Trio Of Dips $16.00

    Spicy cheese, eggplant dip, yogurt and cucumber.

  • Appetizers

  • Fresh Calamari $17.00

    Served with spicy or sweet marinara sauce.

  • Lobster Mac And Cheese $21.00

    Macaroni pasta in a cheese and lobster sauce.

  • Jumbo Lump Crab Cake $23.00

    Guacamole, passion fruit mayo sauce.

  • Shrimp Cocktail $20.00

    Five Jumbo shrimps over greens, served with cocktail sauce.

  • Three Beef Sliders, Sriracha Remoulade, French Fries $18.00

    Three sliders topped with sriracha remoulade. Served with french fries.

  • Burrata $17.00

    Fresh burrata cheese, tomato, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil

  • Baked Feta Cheese $18.00

    Wrapped in pastry dough. Drizzled with honey.

  • Fresh Stuffed Baked Clams $41.00

    Six

  • Four Grilled Oysters $17.00

    Topped with sriracha remoulade

  • Grilled Octopus $24.00

    Octopus leg chargrilled to perfection with olive oil and vinegar.

Reef Restaurant & Bar Details

  • Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

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

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Small plates
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale
  • Crowd

  • Groups
  • Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

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

  • High chairs
  • Parking

  • Paid parking garage
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Parking

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Reef Restaurant & Bar Location

Reef Restaurant & Bar

108-02 72nd Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375, USA

Reef Restaurant & Bar Reviews

An average rating of ★4.4 from 751 user reviews.

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