Smiley's Deli-Grocery — Restaurant in New York

They have one sandwich, torta de milanesa de pollo, that completely rocks my world. I have literally eaten it at least 50 times, probably closer to 75 by now. There have been days that I’ve gone over, thinking that I might get a breakfast sandwich. No. Milanesa de pollo. I’ve seen people get it with no cheese or jalapeños. Wrong. Have it with everything. They have a pretty extensive menu of sandwiches. I’ve never eaten any of them.

Look, I’m sure there are other great sandwiches at Smileys. I’m sure the friendly staff there can make you whatever you want. I’ve even heard that they sell all sorts of things. But I know why I’m there, and by now so do they. They see my face coming through the door...

This is literally on the corner of my block, and it's a great spot in a quick pinch. If you're heading into the city in the mornings, as I am, you can wait for two buses on this corner, the Q45 to 74th and Roosevelt, or the Q60 going straight to Manhattan.

Anyway, this is the only place I've found that toasts a bagel and add cream cheese and jelly for $1.50. They also have all kinds of breakfast and lunch options, all in the regular price range. If in need of eggs, milk, and other regular things that you're always running out of, this is a good place to stop into.

Make sure you have cash! if you don't there is an ATM with...

Smiley’s has been my go-to spot since I moved to Woodside and it’s been my first real bodega experience. I couldn’t be happier. Whether I’m coming home from work and craving some snacks or need to grab anything last minute, Smiley’s always comes through. The staff is friendly, the shelves are always stocked, and the vibe is just what you’d hope for in a neighborhood spot. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like a local. Smiley’s truly comes...