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Great Restaurants Near LaGuardia Airport

Posted On: October 01, 2013

Great Restaurants Near LGA


 

LaGuardia Airport is a major commuter hub located in the NY metropolitan area.   With over a dozen airlines carrying tens of thousands of passengers daily the queens area surrounding LGA can get a little congested.  No one wants to fight gridlock looking for a reputable place to eat only to be tired and hungry and end up with an over cooked steak or chewy calamari.  In the interest of ravenous jet setters everywhere here are three top notch restaurants located within 15 minuets of LaGuardia airport.

 

5 Napkin Burger in Astoria.  If you haven’t yet experienced the 5 Napkin Burger chain you are seriously missing out.  The restaurant gets its name from the monstrous signature burgers they serve and it is well earned.  Primarily serving American cuisine 5 napkins offers a variety of dishes from around the world including several unique burgers that are exclusive to this Avant-guard burger chain.  Serving an a la carte brunch on Saturday and Sunday 5 Napkin Burger in Astoria-Queens is located less then 4 miles from LGA.

 

Uncle Jacks Steakhouse.  Uncle Jacks is just about 10 miles from LaGuardia Airport and it’s claim as “The Best Steakhouse in New York” is not too far off.  Now given there are some dynamite steakhouses in the NY metro area Uncle Jacks is certainly a contender.  Uncle Jacks boasts several locations but the original was founded in the early 1930’s and was titled simply Jack’s.   Their mantra is “Where superior quality and obsessive dedication to craft are the norm”.  With an impressive wine menu and the finest USDA Prime Beef Uncle Jacks is a steakhouse not to be missed.

 

Trattoria L’incontro Italian is the go too Italian restaurant near LaGuardia airport.  Located only three miles from LGA Trattoria L’incontro is the perfect place to stop in after a long flight, whether you just want to have a nice glass of wine at the wine bar or you are looking for some fine Italian dining.   Hand painted murals and an open brick over lend this establishment an air of tradition and comfort and this feeling is also reflected in their vast and somewhat unique menu.  A variety of brick over pizzas are offered at Trattoria L’inconto as well as some very interesting creations (including a brick oven pizza stuffed with chocolate).  Trattoria also offers the type of cuisine you would expect from a restaurant known for its fine dining dishes such as fried calamari, muscles in white sauce and grilled octopus are some of the more

 


 

All Star Limousine is a Long Island, New York based company with an extensive global reach; we provide expert Wedding, Special Event and Executive Travel services throughout the Tri-State area and the world. We have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry; our attention to detail, 2013 top-of-the-line vehicles and professional trained Chauffeurs set us apart from the rest!


by Jarrad Kulick 


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Exceeding Expectations

Posted On: April 05, 2016

All of us are individuals, we are each motivated by things specific and unique to each of us.  Some of us prioritize family, some of us love, some of us wealth.  Some of us prioritize honor or respect, kindness or intelligence.  Each of us has his or her own set of values, beliefs and desires, and in many case these values will vary significantly from individual to individual.  In order to surpass the expectations of your client or customer an intimate understanding of what is most important to him or her is vital.

As an example of service let us use executive transportation.  You may have a corporate client who values his privacy who in the early hours of his workday desperately seeks peace and quiet.  This individual may want a driver who opens the door, smiles politely, and then rolls up the partition as he navigates quickly to the client’s destination. The next day you may be taking a family of four to the airport for their vacation, dad wants to sit up front with the driver and have a long conversation about anything and everything, he wants to know who’s transporting his wife and kids and he wants his family to feel warm and comfortable as they begin their vacation.  It takes a true service professional to know the difference between these two clients and then be able to give each what they need.

Understanding motivations, exercising emotional intelligence and having the desire or dedication to execute and adapt to the needs of your clients is what creates the ultimate service experience.  Being able to empathize and exceed expectations should be the goal of every service professional.  Knowing your clients, and understanding the differences between them, is what will allow you to exceed their expectations and create customers for life.

All Star Limousine is a Long Island, New York based company with an extensive global reach; we provide expert Wedding, Special Event and Executive Travel services throughout the Tri-State area and the world. We have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry; our attention to detail, 2015 top-of-the-line vehicles and professional trained Chauffeurs set us apart from the rest! 

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Great Restaurants Near New York's LaGuardia International Airport

Posted On: August 23, 2013

Great Restaurants Near LaGuardia International Airport


 

LaGuardia International airport is a major commuter hub located in the NY metropolitan area.   With over a dozen airlines carrying tens of thousands of passengers daily the queens area surrounding LGA can get a little congested.  No one wants to fight gridlock looking for a reputable place to eat only to be tired and hungry and end up with an over cooked steak or chewy calamari.  In the interest of ravenous jet setters everywhere here are three top notch restaurants located within 15 minuets of LaGuardia airport.

 

5 Napkin Burger in Astoria.  If you haven’t experienced the 5 Napkin Burger chain yet you are seriously missing out.  The restaurant gets its name from the monstrous signature burgers they serve and it is well earned.  Primarily serving American cuisine 5 napkins offers a Varity of dishes from around the world including several unique burgers that are exclusive to this Avant-guard burger chain.  Serving an a la carte brunch on Saturday and Sunday 5 Napkin Burger in Astoria-Queens is located less then 4 miles from LGA.

 

Uncle Jacks Steakhouse.  Uncle Jacks is just about 10 miles from LaGuardia Airport and it’s claim as “The Best Steakhouse in New York” is not too far off.  Now given there are some dynamite steakhouses in the NY metro area but Uncle Jacks is certainly a contender.  Uncle Jacks boasts several locations but the original was founded in the early 1930’s and was titled simply Jack’s.   Their mantra is “Where superior quality and obsessive dedication to craft are the norm”.  With an impressive wine menu and the finest USDA Prime Beef Uncle Jacks is a steakhouse not to be missed.

 

Trattoria L’incontro Italian is the go too Italian restaurant near LaGuardia airport.  Located only three miles from LGA Trattoria L’incontro is the perfect place to stop in after a long flight, whether you just want to have a nice glass of wine at the wine bar or you are looking for some fine Italian dining.   Hand painted murals and an open brick over lend this establishment an air of tradition and comfort and this feeling is also reflected in their vast and somewhat unique menu.  A variety of brick over pizzas are offered at Trattoria L’inconto as well as some very interesting creations (including a brick oven pizza stuffed with chocolate).  Trattoria also offers the type of cuisine you would expect from a restaurant known for its fine dining dishes such as fried calamari, muscles in white sauce and grilled octopus are some of the more popular choices on the menu.

 


 All Star Limousine is a Long Island, New York based company with an extensive global reach; we provide expert Wedding, Special Event and Executive Travel services throughout the Tri-State area and the world. We have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry; our attention to detail, 2013 top-of-the-line vehicles and professional trained Chauffeurs set us apart from the rest!


by Jarrad Kulick


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The Journey Part V

Posted On: February 17, 2015

The Journey Part V


 

 

One day as John was coming down the stairs at JFK he was greeted by the smile of an old friend.  It was the gentleman that had driven him and Mary the day of their wedding and picked them up from the airport after their honeymoon.  John looked at the man as if he had just ran in to an old friend, a little greyer and a touch slower the gentleman was no less efficient and insisted on carrying John’s bags even though he was at least twenty years his senior.  The two walked to the town car parked right in front of the terminal and talked about old times, and even though it had been almost ten years it was if they had seen each other yesterday.  They spoke about John’s prospering career and family and the chauffeur told John about his own children and the joy of grandchildren. When the gentleman dropped John off at his door the two hugged and promised it would not be so long until they spoke again. 

 

That next holiday season John and Mary received a Christmas card from their chauffeur, for even though they were sure he had pleased many clients, they affectionately referred to him as theirs.  They in turn sent him a gift and a picture of their beautiful family; this included the most recent addition, a baby boy. 

 

A few years later John had a bit of grey of his own and had made partner at his firm.  Every year he made sure he sent gifts and baskets to the staff at All Star and special gifts for his chauffeur who he requested almost every time he needed to travel.  The relationship between the two grew beyond that and on occasion the chauffeur and his wife would join John and Mary for dinner, most usually this occurred around the holiday season or near the time of John and Mary’s anniversary.

 

When the occasion called for it they ordered their stretch limousines and had dinner in the city.  The young couple had made their fortune and they treated each other and them selves well. Any time they needed anything All Star Limousine was there for them.  When going out east to the vineyards not only did All Star arrange the transportation but they planned and scheduled the entire day, even going so far as to make the reservations at each vineyard and have lunch delivered. 

 

When they went into the city All Star made the reservations and even made suggestions.  On more then one occasion teh event staff made the reservations and called in favors to make sure they got the times and seats that they wanted.

 

To Be Continued...

 

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Efficient Executive Transportation for New York Airport Travel

Posted On: August 19, 2013

Efficient Executive Transportation for New York Airport Travel


 

Airport travel can either be the most relaxing aspect of business travel or the most stressful.  Sometimes, while on the plane, the traveling executive can take a moment to relax, unwind and decompress.  Other times the business traveler cannot stop thinking about that which has compelled him to travel, his business.  Now in the case of the later that individual has no need, nor does he have the time, to waste his mental energies worrying about his ground and air travel accommodations.  In all reality no one should have to stress or worry about pre-arranged logistics support, you are paying to be transported in an expected fashion and your expectations should, by all means, be met.

 

Unfortunately for many that is just not the case.  A high traffic airport or an area plagued by constant delays caused by a multitude of problems (such as New York’s LaGuardia Airport, or John F Kennedy International Airport, or Newark International Airport) will almost always have issues.  They will certainly be filled to capacity, their planes, their hangars, they’re parking areas, and their pick up and drop off areas will absolutely be crowded.  This all equates to confusion, stress, time lost, and unhappy customers.  For transportation companies, both air and ground, it means losing money.  All of that is unacceptable and, fortunately, can be avoided.

 

Now I have your attention.  The truth is proper communication and coordination between ground and air companies as well as lodging facilities can eliminate about 80% of the problem.   It all starts and ends with the executive car service or limousine company contracted to provide that ground transportation.  That company, above all else, needs to be punctual; they need to have new, clean vehicles, the chauffer needs to know where he is going and how his passenger needs to be accommodated.  This should happen regardless of the car service contracted (although that is all too often not the case).

 

What most companies do not realize and where the real efficiency comes in is when the lines of communication are clear and open.  When the executive car service is constantly in contact with the airline and they know that particular airlines procedures rules and needs.  Do they want us to pull out on to the tarmac?  What is their cancelation policy?  Do they need last minute or same day reservations?  What is their security protocol?  All these are good questions and the company providing the ground transportation should be intimately familiar with the right answers.  

 

That is the only way to mitigate the potential problems faced by frequent flyers and business travelers.  Communicate, show understanding and build a relationship, most importantly be able to follow thru with your promises, if a private airline asks you to be on the tarmac in 15 minuets to pick up a VIP, and you say you will be there, you better be there.  That is how proper business is conducted and how transportation in a high traffic area, like NYC or Long Island, can be simplified and handled properly.

 

 

All Star Limousine is a Long Island, New York based company with an extensive global reach; we provide expert Wedding, Special Event and Executive Travel services throughout the Tri-State area and the world. We have over 30 years of experience in the travel industry; our attention to detail, 2013 top-of-the-line vehicles and professional trained Chauffeurs set us apart from the rest!

by Jarrad Kulick


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