TLDR
Unique comfort food & creative desserts w/ standout crumb cake & egg rolls. Perfect for indulgent cravings.
Details
This Astoria-based American eatery is a go-to spot for indulgent comfort food and creative desserts [1]. Patrons rave about their unique offerings, such as the Thanksgiving egg roll and rainbow cookie crumb cake [2]. While known for generous portions, some items like the rainbow cookie coffee cake have drawn comments regarding price [3].
Food Overview
Comfortland is celebrated for its inventive American comfort food, with a particular emphasis on unique dessert items. The rainbow cookie crumb cake and the Thanksgiving egg roll (featuring turkey, sage stuffing, and sweet potato) have been highly praised [2], [1]. They also offer other notable items like Dole Whip [4] and substantial sandwiches, such as the 'summer slam' [5]. However, the rainbow cookie coffee cake has been noted as potentially expensive [3], and one user found a particular item visually unappealing [6].
Highlights / Recommended
"Customers frequently recommend the rainbow cookie crumb cake and other dessert items like bread pudding. The Thanksgiving egg roll and sandwich specials have also received high praise for their unique flavors and value. Sandwiches, particularly the 'summer slam', are noted for their generous size and quality."
Mentioned Dishes:
- •dole whip(4)
- •rainbow cookie crumb cake(2)
- •rainbow cookie coffee cake(2)
- •thanksgiving sandwich(2)
Customer Sentiment
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment towards Comfortland, frequently recommending it for its unique and indulgent comfort food options and creative desserts. While most feedback is positive, some discussions touch upon pricing for certain items [3].
Caveats
Some users have noted that certain items, like the rainbow cookie coffee cake, can be pricey [3]. There is also occasional uncertainty about the availability of limited-time specials, such as the Thanksgiving sandwich or chilaquiles crunch wrap [7]. One user commented that the food might look unappealing despite potentially tasting good [6].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
Top Reddit Posts About COMFORTLAND
Recent Reddit Mentions
From post: Recommendations For Sandwich Restaurants That Are
"This commenter suggested Comfortland if the user is 'feeling crazy', implying it offers unique or indulgent sandwich options."
PositiveFrom post: Where Are The Best Milkshakes In Nyc Right Now
"This user recommended Comfortland in Astoria specifically for their malted vanilla shake."
PositiveFrom post: Where Are The Best Milkshakes In Nyc Right Now
"This user recommended Comfortland."
PositiveFrom post: Where Do You Order In From In The City When Youre
"Comfortland in Astoria is described as perfect comfort food/stoner heaven, with their chopped cheese empanadas being a favorite. However, it's noted as not ideal for low appetites. A new location on the Lower East Side is also mentioned."
PositiveFrom post: Are There Any Shops That Have Dole Whip In
"Responding to a linked thread about Dole Whip, this user stated that Comfortland's Dole Whip is the closest to the one they had at the Dole Plantation on Oahu. They mentioned the Queens location has had it recently and were unsure about the Manhattan location."
PositiveFrom post: Are There Any Shops That Have Dole Whip In
"This user suggested Comfortland on the LES might have Dole Whip, noting that their Astoria location does."
NeutralFrom post: Are There Any Shops That Have Dole Whip In
"This user suggested Comfortland in Astoria for Dole Whip."
PositiveFrom post: Which Place Gives You Insane Sized Meals Doesnt
"This user recommended Comfortland for large meals."
PositiveFrom post: I Am Craving Chicken Salad Sandwich Where In The
"This user recommended Comfortland and Spitfire Provisions."
PositiveFrom post: What Is Your Most Frequented Restaurant
"Comfortland is listed as a frequently visited restaurant."
PositiveFrom post: Wild Chilaquiles
"In response to the mention of Comfortland's chilaquiles crunch wrap, the user expresses strong interest and a desire to try it."
PositiveFrom post: Wild Chilaquiles
"The user mentions that Comfortland used to offer a chilaquiles crunch wrap as a special, but it may no longer be available."
NeutralFrom post: Thanksgiving Egg Roll From Comfortland
"After seeing the post, this user visited Comfortland and confirmed that the Thanksgiving egg rolls with cranberry sauce were 'fire'."
PositiveFrom post: Thanksgiving Egg Roll From Comfortland
"This user mentioned that Comfortland also offers Turkey Pot Pie Pop Tarts."
NeutralFrom post: Thanksgiving Egg Roll From Comfortland
"This user inquired if the Thanksgiving egg roll was a vegan option, expressing interest in trying it if it was."
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"This user expressed missing a specific restaurant, Mangal Kabob."
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"In response to a negative comment about the appearance, this user defended the commenter's right to downvote, agreeing that while the taste might be good, the photos were not appealing."
NeutralFrom post: Thanksgiving Egg Roll From Comfortland
"The user thanked for the recommendation and planned to add Sunnyside to their list."
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"This user confirmed that Comfortland has both LES and Astoria locations."
NeutralFrom post: Thanksgiving Egg Roll From Comfortland
"The user recommended Sunnyside as being similar to Astoria, mentioning several restaurants there."
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