La Costa del Sol

Salvadoran food in Queens often flies under the radar, tucked between taco stands and Colombian bakeries. Yet La Costa del Sol delivers the kind of comfort plates that turn first-timers into regulars—small portions designed for grazing, hearty enough for a full meal. The menu spans lunch and dinner, offering both quick bites and sit-down service, all in a casual setting that feels more like a neighborhood spot than a tourist stop.

You’ll find it at 170-03 Jamaica Ave # A, Jamaica, NY 11432, where the strip of storefronts hums with weekday lunch crowds and weekend diners. The kitchen keeps things simple: table service for those who want to linger, small plates for sharing, and a dessert case that’s hard to ignore. Solo diners are just as common as groups, a sign that the food speaks for itself without needing a scene.

Call ahead at (718) 523-8133 if you’re planning to stop by—especially on weekends. For directions, pull up the map here: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c26121fb5a2555:0x12efe04ce7fcf43. Jamaica Avenue’s always busy, but this place is worth the detour.