El Sabor Del Austro

Across Flushing, the scent of slow-cooked meats and fresh-ground corn often drifts from kitchens that serve the Andean highlands on a plate. One such kitchen belongs to El Sabor Del Austro, tucked along Seneca Avenue at 5-80, where the menu stretches from dawn until afternoon. Here, Ecuadorian comfort food arrives in small plates and quick bites, perfect for solo diners or anyone chasing a midday recharge. Coffee steams beside hearty brunches, while table service keeps the pace unhurried even when the neighborhood hums with activity.

On weekends, the sidewalks fill with locals who know the rhythm of this casual spot—breakfast bleeds into lunch, and the same kitchen that sends out steaming bowls of locro soup later shifts to lighter fare. To plan a visit or ask about the day’s specials, call (718) 417-6100. Directions and the latest hours can be found on the map here: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c25c206974af69:0x282e63bd50b79b78. If you’re craving a taste of the Austro region without leaving Queens, this is where the bus stops.