Restaurants, Food and Drinks at Queens Center Mall

The Cheesecake Factory is a restaurant chain known for its extensive menus. The Cheesecake Factory was founded in 1978 in Beverly Hills, CA, and has become one of the most recognized restaurant chains in the country. They offer over 250 menu items including appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, seafood, steaks, and drinks. The menu includes a section dedicated to cheesecakes, with over 30 different varieties rotating availability. Cheesecakes range from an Original to Fresh Strawberry, Oreo Dream Extreme, Dulce de Leche, and a variety of seasonal flavors. The Glamburgers section offers burgers with unique toppings. The SkinnyLicious menu features items with 590 calories or less. Several items are considered the most popular starters including the Avocado Egg Rolls, Tex Mex Egg Rolls, and Roadside Sliders. The selection of pasta includes Farfalle with Chicken and Roasted Garlic, Cajun Jambalaya, and Four Cheese Pasta. Drinks include a wide variety of cocktails, lemonade, and mocktails. The portion sizes are very generous, making The Cheesecake Factory one of the top picks for lunch or dinner while shopping at the mall all day.

Applebee’s, established in 1980 in Atlanta, Georgia, is a restaurant chain that offers casual American fare. Their menu items include burgers, ribs, chicken sandwiches, salads, pasta, and appetizers. They have focused upon providing relatively affordable fare with generous portions. Some of the items that you may order at the restaurant include Boneless Wings which come in a variety of sauces, a 2 for $25 menu and Dollarita promotions that appeal to value customers, Riblets which are pork ribs with different side dishes, and an appetizer selection that includes Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Mozzarella sticks, and a dessert selection of the Triple Chocolate Meltdown. The restaurant features both a bar and beverages including cocktails, beer and sodas. Some of the most popular items that have remained on the menu for years include the Neighborhood Nachos and the Fiesta Lime Chicken. Additionally, there are different seasonal items that may be seen on the menu throughout the year. Items such as lunch combos are lighter portions that can be ordered by those looking for something simpler for the lunchtime meal. Overall, the restaurant features a relaxed atmosphere that is ideal for those that may be taking a break during the shopping expedition or after shopping at the mall during dinner time.

Shake Shack started as a hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in New York City in 2001 and grew into a globally recognized burger brand over the following two decades. Shake Shack restaurants prepare fresh beef burgers that are never-frozen, flat-top hot dogs, crinkle-cut fries, and hand-spun milkshakes with real ice cream. The ShackBurger is the restaurant’s signature item consisting of a cheeseburger with ShackSauce, lettuce, tomato, and pickles on a potato bun. The SmokeShack features smoked bacon and cherry peppers. The Shack-cago Dog is a Chicago-style hot dog with all the classic toppings. Both crinkle-cut fries and Cheese Fries with processed cheese sauce are available as sides. Available milkshake flavors include Black and White, Chocolate, Vanilla, and Strawberry. The restaurant also features a dense frozen custard called a Concrete that comes with toppings such as brownies, sprinkles, and fudge. A separate line of shakes uses Shack-made lemonade as the base for a lighter drink alternative to the milkshakes. Shake Shack’s commitment to using quality ingredients allows the restaurant to offer burgers that are a step above the standard fast food available at most shopping malls.

Starbucks Coffee Company is the world’s largest coffeehouse chain and was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971. Starbucks features a full range of espresso drinks on its menu along with other beverages such as iced drinks, brewed coffee, cold brew, Nitro Cold Brew, Frappuccino beverages, and various teas. Starbucks also features several seasonal drinks such as Pumpkin Spice Lattes in the fall and Peppermint Mochas in the winter. Some of the most ordered drinks at Starbucks that are not seasonal include the Caramel Macchiato, Flat White, and Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso. For those looking for something lighter, Starbucks features a selection of refreshers made with green coffee extract. For food options, Starbucks features items such as breakfast sandwiches, egg bites, protein boxes, croissants, cake pops, and various cookies and loaves. Starbucks Rewards program allows customers to earn Stars with every purchase and redeem them for free drinks and food items. Starbucks features bags of whole bean and ground coffee and VIA coffee instant packets for those who would like to prepare Starbucks coffee at home. For those who would like to customize their order, Starbucks offers options to add cold foam and syrups to their orders. Starbucks features a mobile application that allows customers to order food and drinks in advance to reduce the wait time for their orders. The Starbucks location within the Queens Center Mall menu features the full range of Starbucks products and drinks.

Gong Cha is a Taiwanese company that launched in Kaohsiung, Taiwan in 2006 and now has thousands of locations around the world. The company takes its name from the Chinese phrase that means that they provide the finest tea for the emperor. Gong Cha offers beverages including milk teas, fruit teas, matcha drinks, brewed teas and sparkling drinks. One of the most popular drinks in the company is the Brown Sugar Milk Tea with Pearl which uses QQ boba and brown sugar syrup to create a tiger stripe pattern in the liquid. Customers can order their drinks with their choice of sugar level, ice level and topping type. Topping choices include tapioca pearls, pudding, aloe vera, lychee jelly, red bean and coconut jelly. Additionally, most drinks come with a cap of milk foam containing salted cream foam which is added to the drink. Matcha based drinks include a Matcha Latte and Matcha Milk Tea which are available in both hot and iced varieties. The fruit teas are made with real fruit flavors and are best enjoyed on warmer days. Additionally, seasonal flavors are offered periodically at the shops. Gong Cha is one of a handful of specialty drink shops that can be found at the mall.

The second location of Häagen-Dazs is found within Queens Center Mall. Häagen-Dazs relies upon a short list of ingredients and high ratio of cream to air to provide the dense texture to their scooped ice creams. Häagen-Dazs sells scoops of ice cream which come in waffle cones, cake cones, or cups. Available flavors include Vanilla, Coffee, Belgian Chocolate, Dulce de Leche, Rocky Road, Pralines and Cream, and Green Tea. Other items that are sold include scoops of sundaes with various toppings and milkshakes made with Häagen-Dazs premium base ice cream. Häagen-Dazs also manufactures a line of bars and novelty items, some of which may be found at the store counter. Additionally, Häagen-Dazs offers a line of sorbet flavors for those who are looking for a non-dairy based ice cream. Having two counters within the same mall allows for customers to easily access the store from different areas of the mall.

Viral Dubai Chocolate is a dessert concept based on the Dubai chocolate bar trend that took off on social media in the mid-2020s. The original Dubai chocolate bar contains knafeh, a Middle Eastern pastry, and pistachio cream, all encased in chocolate. The bar features a crunchy interior from the knafeh that contrasts with the smooth chocolate shell. The chocolate bar began to spread across social media video platforms before physical shops began to offer the products in shopping malls. The Queens Center Mall location specifically focuses on chocolate and dessert products with the same recipe as the original Dubai chocolate bar. The pistachio filling is made with a combination of pistachio paste and tahini. In addition to the original chocolate bar recipe, many shops also offer other products that contain these ingredients, such as cups, fruits coated in the chocolate shell, and pastries that incorporate the pistachio filling. Due to the growing demand for the chocolate bar, it has been difficult to find the products in many locations around the world. By bringing the product to a shopping mall, more shoppers can access it without having to travel to find the specialty chocolate. Overall, the product contains a combination of pistachio, chocolate, and crispy knafeh.

Tbaar is a shop that offers a variety of bubble teas and other Asian-inspired drinks. Tbaar’s drinks are similar to many of the other tea drink chains in that it offers high quality teas and ingredients to the recipes. Tapioca pearl milk tea, or boba, is offered in black tea, green tea, oolong, and taro tea bases. Taro tea is particularly popular, using powder derived from taro root to provide a deep purple hue to the drink and a subtly sweet flavor. Other popular drinks include drinks with brown sugar and fresh tapioca pearls. The fruit teas use tea bases and either fruit syrups or actual fruit ingredients. Matcha tea, both hot and iced, is also available for those with a flavoring for the grassier tea. Topping choices at Tbaar include tapioca pearls, grass jelly, pudding, egg pudding, coconut jelly, and red bean. Most bubble tea shops offer customizable levels of sugar and ice to each order, which is also present at Tbaar. Finally, Tbaar is located in the Queens Center Mall along with a variety of similar drink shops and dessert options, allowing each visitor to the mall to have a variety of choices without leaving the building. The shop is consistently visited by a large number of customers, particularly during the weekends.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is a fast-casual restaurant chain founded in Denver, Colorado, in 1993 by Steve Ells. Chipotle’s concept revolves around the idea of serving Mexican food made with high-quality ingredients. The menu features burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, quesadillas, and salads. Protein options include chicken, steak, barbacoa, carnitas, sofritas, and fajita vegetables. Rice options include cilantro-lime white rice and brown rice. Beans come in black or pinto variety. Toppings include fresh tomato salsa, corn salsa, tomatillo-red chili salsa, tomatillo-green chili salsa, sour cream, cheese, guacamole, and romaine lettuce. The signature guacamole is made fresh in-store every day using a recipe that includes Hass avocados, lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Chipotle purchases its ingredients from responsible farms and offers antibiotic-free meats. The restaurant serves over 100 million pounds of avocados per year. Side options include chips and guacamole, chips and queso blanco, and chips and salsa. Drink options include agua frescas, lemonade, and fountain beverages. Lifestyle Bowls offer combinations of ingredients to cater to specific dietary approaches such as Keto, Paleo, and Whole30 diets. Chipotle also features an ordering app that allows customers to order their meals with customization for pickup.

Chick-fil-A is one of the most well-known fast-food chicken chains in the United States. Founded by S. Truett Cathy in 1946 in Hapeville, Georgia, the original chicken sandwich, consisting of a pressure-cooked, breaded chicken breast on a toasted buttered bun with two pickle chips, has remained the same since its inception and is the chain’s most iconic sandwich. Other sandwiches include the Spicy Deluxe Sandwich, Chicken Nuggets, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and the Chick-n-Strips. Chick-fil-A also features Waffle Potato Fries, a side dish consisting of fries that are cut in the shape of a waffle and are lightly salted. Other side dishes include Mac and Cheese, Kale Crunch Salad, and Chicken Noodle Soup. For dips, the chain is famous for its Chick-fil-A Sauce, a blend of honey mustard, BBQ, and ranch dressing so popular that the company began selling bottled versions of the sauce in grocery stores. Their Lemonade, which uses real lemon juice, is one of the most ordered drinks at any Chick-fil-A restaurant and comes in two varieties: regular and strawberry flavored. For those who prefer a milkshake, the restaurant serves hand-spun milkshakes that use Icedream soft-serve in flavors such as Chocolate, Vanilla, and Peach, as well as seasonal flavors year-round. For breakfast, customers can order the Chicken Biscuit, Chick-n-Minis, and a Hash Brown Scramble Bowl. Chick-fil-A is consistently ranked among the highest in customer satisfaction surveys within the fast-food restaurant chain industry.

Dave’s Hot Chicken is a fast-casual restaurant that started in the parking lot of a grocery store in East Hollywood, California, in 2017, founded by Dave Kopushyan and three partners. As the business gained popularity, it expanded to various locations before becoming a national franchise. The restaurant features a limited menu of Nashville hot chicken tenders and sliders. The heat of the chicken is part of the restaurant’s identity, with six levels of spice ranging from no spice to lite mild, mild, medium, hot, extra hot, and the top-tier Reaper heat that features Carolina Reaper peppers. For this heat level, a liability waiver is requested at most locations. The chicken features hand-breaded tenders that are cooked to order for a crunchier texture. Sliders use the same tenders but serve the chicken on a soft bun with pickles and Dave’s sauce. The sides that are most popular at the restaurant include kale slaw and mac and cheese. Seasoned fries, cooked with a dusting of the spice blend, are also served with each order. Due to its celebrity investors and media coverage since its start, Dave’s Hot Chicken has become one of the most talked-about hot chicken restaurants in the nation.

Panda Express is the largest Chinese-American fast-food chain in the United States. Founded by Andrew and Peggy Cherng in Glendale, California, in 1983, the restaurant is known for its plate system that allows customers to select their base (fried rice, chow mein, or steamed white or brown rice) and entrees. Panda Express’s Orange Chicken is the restaurant’s signature dish and the chain’s top-selling item since 1987. The dish features crispy chicken tossed in a tangy orange sauce. Other popular entrees include Beijing Beef, which features crispy beef strips in a sweet and tangy sauce with red bell peppers and onions; Broccoli Beef, which is a milder dish; Kung Pao Chicken, which includes diced chicken with peanuts, zucchini, and red bell peppers in a chili sauce; and Honey Walnut Shrimp, a premium dish with crispy shrimp and candied walnuts in a honey melon sauce. The Bigger Plate meal allows customers to select three entrees with their base selection and is the most filling meal on the menu. Seasonal items are also offered regularly to supplement the main menu. Panda Express restaurants serve over 100 million pounds of Orange Chicken per year.

Sarku Japan is a Japanese fast-food restaurant that has become common in the food courts of American malls. The restaurant features Japanese menu items like teriyaki chicken and beef, sushi rolls, and Japanese noodles. The restaurant grills the teriyaki chicken and beef in teriyaki sauce and can serve it over rice or noodles with broccoli and carrots as sides. The chicken teriyaki item is one of the most ordered items in the restaurant locations in food courts. Customers can order combination plates with different proteins or sushi rolls. The sushi rolls that are offered include California rolls (which contain imitation crab, cucumber and avocado) and spicy tuna and shrimp tempura rolls (ingredients can vary by location). In addition to the teriyaki items, stir-fried yakisoba noodles and tempura shrimp are also offered as items in the restaurant. Most Sarku Japan restaurants prepare and plate their food quickly to maintain the efficiency of the food court establishment. Finally, the restaurant has been a presence in food courts in American shopping malls for several decades, and continues to offer the same menu items that have become popular with food court patrons.

Kido Sushi is a sushi counter that features a variety of rolls, nigiri, and other Japanese-inspired dishes in a quick-service food court. Sushi counters have become increasingly popular in shopping malls across the United States. Kido Sushi offers sushi as a lighter and seafood-based alternative to the other fast food restaurants in the mall food court. Some of the rolls that are offered include California Rolls, Spicy Tuna Rolls, and Shrimp Tempura Rolls. The California Roll is a sushi roll that is made with imitation crab, cucumber, avocado, and sesame seeds; it is one of the most common rolls that can be found at sushi counters across America. Spicy Tuna Rolls are made with a mix of tuna and sriracha Mayo; this roll is one of the most popular sushi rolls in America. Additionally, specialty rolls include baked or tempura fried rolls that are topped with sauces like eel sauce, spicy mayo, and masago. Nigiri is a type of sushi that features rice that is pressed into a solid slab with a slice of fish or seafood. Miso soup, edamame, and gyoza are available as sides. Because this is a food court restaurant, the food is prepared and served quickly. For those who are looking for a sushi restaurant that is different from the burgers and chicken restaurants that are common in food courts, Kido Sushi is a solid option.

Noodle House is an Asian restaurant concept that features a variety of Asian noodle dishes from different parts of Asia. Noodle dishes are among the most popular food categories in Asian cuisine and are some of the easiest to find in the food court. The shop features several different noodle dishes, including lo mein, pad thai, ramen, udon, and rice noodle dishes. Lo mein is a Cantonese noodle dish that uses soft wheat noodles that are cooked in a savory soy-based sauce with vegetables and protein of choice. Pad thai is a Thai noodle dish that uses rice noodles that are stir-fried in a sauce made with tamarind and beans and topped with egg, bean sprouts, and peanuts. Ramen and udon are thick Japanese noodles that are typically served in a light broth. However, ramen-style soups that feature a rich broth base have become increasingly popular in all dining formats, including fast-casual restaurants. Fried rice is another common dish found on noodle restaurant menus. Spring rolls or egg rolls are common appetizers found at Asian fast-casual restaurants. With so many different noodle dishes on offer, Noodle House is a great restaurant for food court patrons of all flavor preferences.

Located in the mall’s food court is the Chinese restaurant San Wei, which offers a variety of traditional Chinese-American style dishes. Such food is a staple of many mall food courts. San Wei’s offerings include dishes like fried rice, lo mein noodles, General Tso’s chicken, Sesame chicken, beef with broccoli, sweet and sour chicken or pork, and Kung Pao dishes. General Tso’s chicken is a classic Chinese-American dish that features chicken that has been deep fried and coated in a sauce that is sweet in flavor with a hint of spice, vinegar, and garlic. Sesame chicken is prepared in the same manner as General Tso’s chicken but uses a sauce that contains more sugar and is finished with toasted sesame seeds. The restaurant’s most popular dishes are the combination plates that allow customers to select two or three entrées to be eaten with a portion of fried rice or lo mein. Other popular starters include egg rolls and wonton noodle soup. The wok-fried cooking method used to prepare most of the dishes results in a slight char on the food products due to the wok hei flavoring that is produced during the cooking process. Other dishes that can be ordered from the restaurant’s expanded menu include steamed dumplings and spare ribs. Overall, then, San Wei is a straightforward restaurant offering the classic Chinese-American cuisine that many of the mall’s diners have come to expect and enjoy.

Tony’s Tacos is a Mexican food counter specializing in tacos and related Mexican street food in a fast-service food court format. One of the most universally popular food formats in the fast food sector is tacos. A taco counter dedicated to serving tacos will typically attract a crowd in any food court, especially in a mall that caters to a wide range of international food choices. The menu at Tony’s Tacos features tacos that come with a choice of proteins such as ground beef, chicken, carnitas, and carne asada. The street tacos come in smaller portions and use corn tortillas with cilantro, onion, and salsa to give customers the authentic Mexican street food experience. The loaded tacos use flour tortillas that are filled with shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, and sour cream for an Americanized take on tacos. Burritos use the same ingredients as tacos but are wrapped in a large flour tortilla with rice and beans. Quesadillas at Tony’s Tacos are cooked with melted cheese and a filling of Mexican protein. Nachos are cooked with cheese sauce, jalapeños, and various toppings for customers who prefer a shareable snack. A side serving of guacamole and pico de gallo accompanies tacos. Horchata, Jamaica agua fresca, and various fountain drinks conclude the menu. Tony’s Tacos is a fast food restaurant that customers can visit for a full Mexican meal experience without spending too much time in the food court.

Crispy Burger is a burger counter that offers both fried and grilled burgers as well as the usual selection of fast food sides in a food court. Crispy burgers, which are essentially burgers with a fried chicken or beef patty that has a crunchy exterior, are among the more popular burgers out there, and thus, a crispy burger restaurant that specializes in these types of offerings fills a niche in the food court. Some of the burgers that are offered at crispy burger counters include beef smash burgers, crispy fried chicken sandwiches, and double-stack burgers that have cheese, pickles, onions, and various sauces. Beefs Smash Burgers are made by pressing a ball of beef very hard onto a hot griddle to create a thin patty that is crisp on the edges and juicy in the middle. Crispy fried chicken sandwiches use a fried chicken breast fillet on a brioche bun with pickles and mayo or another sauce that is prepared in house. Other burger options may include bacon cheeseburgers, mushroom Swiss burgers, and burgers that have BBQ sauce. Fries are offered as the sides, as are cheese fries and loaded fries. Another side option is onion rings. For drinks, milkshakes and fountain beverages are offered. Overall, the food court is catered toward shoppers looking for a burger that does not require the sit down meal experience but provides a burger that is more filling in the fast food queue.

Famous Rotisserie and Grill is a restaurant concept focused on selling rotisserie chicken and grilled meats in a fast-casual restaurant setting within the food court. Rotisserie chicken has been a staple of homes and restaurants for decades. By placing a dedicated rotisserie chicken station within the mall food court, shoppers have easy access to a healthy and balanced meal that does not require the same preparation time as cooking at home. Rotisserie chickens are cooked on a spit overheat while rotating to allow the chicken to baste in its own juices. This cooking method allows for the chicken to be moist with crispy skin. Most rotisserie chicken counters sell whole, half, and quarter chickens. Other meats that may be available include beef skewers, lamb, and grilled chicken thighs. Other options that come with the chicken include rice, potatoes, vegetables, and coleslaw. Other common sides include garlic sauce, also known as toum, a condiment common in Middle Eastern restaurants that sell rotisserie chickens. Most chickens are served on a plate with a portion of pita bread for carbohydrates. Because of the protein and carbohydrate content of the rotisserie chicken, it is a popular selection with food court visitors.

Poke Island Grill is a poke bowl concept restaurant that features Hawaiian-style raw fish bowls with different toppings and sauces. Poke means to slice or cut in Hawaiian and traditionally consists of raw tuna or salmon that has been flavored with soy sauce, sesame oil, and sea salt. The modern take on poke bowls that has become popularized on the mainland United States features rice or greens with raw fish and a variety of toppings. The proteins at a Poke Island Grill restaurant include ahi tuna, salmon, spicy tuna, shrimp and tofu. The bases for the poke bowls include white rice, brown rice, sushi rice, mixed greens or a combination of the listed options. Some toppings include edamame, seaweed salad, cucumber, avocado, mango, corn, masago, pickled ginger, green onion and crispy onions. Sauce options include soy sauce, sesame oil, spicy mayo, ponzu and sweet eel sauce. Each customer gets to build their own poke bowl to feature their preferred ingredients. Poke has gained widespread popularity in the United States since around 2015. Poke bowls have become a staple in restaurant chains throughout the country as a result of the health benefits of the foods included in the bowl as compared with other food court options.

Burmese Bites and Cbao represents the fusion of Burmese cuisine with Vietnamese bánh mì sandwiches. Burmese cuisine incorporates influences from Chinese, Indian, and Thai cuisine and is often considered one of the more complex flavor combinations within Southeast Asia. Some of the dishes included in this style of Burmese cuisine include Mohinga, which is considered the national dish of Myanmar and features fish noodles. Lahpet thoke, also known as Burmese tea leaf salad, includes fermented tea leaves, garlic, sesame seeds, dried shrimp, tomatoes, and peanuts, all of which create a savory flavor that is unlike any other flavoring combination within Asian cuisine. Shan noodles are another essential dish of Burmese cuisine and feature flat rice noodles in a light broth of tomato and sesame seeds. Bao included in this menu represents Vietnamese submarine sandwiches which are sold on a crispy baguette and feature ingredients like pickled daikon and carrots, cilantro, jalapeño peppers, and protein fillings like pork, chicken or tofu. The baguette elements of the Vietnamese sandwich represents the influence of France on Vietnam during its colonial period. Thus, the fusion of these two cuisines together at one food court stand is relatively unique and provides a flavoring combination that goes beyond what is offered by most food counters in shopping malls.

Charleys Philly Steaks is a fast-casual restaurant chain that was founded in 1986 in Columbus, Ohio, by Charley Shin. Charley was inspired to start the restaurant after tasting a cheesesteak in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Charleys specializes in the preparation of the classic cheesesteak sandwich, which includes thinly sliced steak that is cooked on a flat-top grill, cheese, and grilled onions or peppers, all of which are sandwiched within a hoagie roll. The company’s use of fresh-baked rolls and the preparation of the steak and toppings on the same grill that prepares the sandwiches is one of the characteristics that sets Charleys apart from other sandwich restaurants. Sandwiches are available in regular and large sizes with provolone or cheese whiz as the most traditional cheeses of choice, as well as grilled mushrooms, jalapeños, and banana peppers. For those that are not partial to beef, the restaurant also features a chicken alternative to the cheesesteak, using grilled chicken breast for the sandwich. Charleys also is known for its loaded fries and loaded waffle fries, which are prepared with cheese sauce and the grilled toppings used for the cheesesteak sandwiches. The restaurant also features Philly Fries as one of its side food items, which are essentially fries that are topped with the ingredients from the cheesesteak sandwich. For beverages, Charleys is known for its lemonade and slushies, with the fresh-squeezed lemonade being one of its signature drinks. The restaurant is present in mall food courts throughout the United States, with thousands of locations since its founding.

Ice Queen is a dessert counter that features a variety of frozen treats, such as ice cream, rolled ice cream, or even specialty frozen desserts. Within the mall food court areas, specialty ice cream shops have become significantly popular in recent years, especially those that offer rolled ice cream. Rolls ice cream, also known as stir-fried ice cream, originated from Thailand. To make this dessert, individuals pour the base of the ice cream onto a metal surface that is chilled, add in flavor ingredients, and then scoop the mixture into thin rolls. The rolls are placed into a cup (usually upright) and topped with various items, such as whipped cream, syrups, fruit, mochi, pocky sticks, or another type of topping, depending upon the flavor combination that is selected for the rolled ice cream. Some of the most popular flavor combinations for rolled ice cream include strawberry cheesecake, nutella banana, matcha oreo, mango tango, and cookies and cream. The way in which rolled ice cream is prepared allows for it to be one of the most popular items for customers to take photographs of before they begin to eat the dessert. In addition to rolled ice cream, the shop named Ice Queen may also feature items like soft serve, milkshakes, or sundaes. Mochi ice cream, which features a scoop of ice cream that is wrapped in a thin layer of sweet rice dough, is another popular style of ice cream that is sold at these shops. Overall, then, the dessert counter for the food court is responsible for offering customers a sweet ending to their meal.

Another of the co-branded counters at Queens Center Mall features products from Auntie Anne’s and Jamba Juice, offering customers pretzels that are baked fresh in the store with a variety of flavors, including Original, Cinnamon Sugar, and Almond flavor pretzels, along with smoothies and juice drinks from Jamba Juice. Jamba Juice was founded in 1990 in San Luis Obispo, California, under the name Juice Club but changed to Jamba Juice in 1995. The company is known for its whole fruit smoothies that contain fresh and frozen fruit, fruit juices, and various boosts. Smoothies like the Mango-A-Go-Go, Strawberries Wild, and Peach Perfection have been available at the restaurant for decades. Chunky Strawberry and Caribbean Passion are also smoothie flavors that have been available to fans of the drink for years. The company offers steel-cut oatmeal bowls and flatbreads in addition to its drinks. In addition to those products, Jamba Juice offers acai smoothies that contain acai berries along with granola, fruit, and honey. Acai bowls are featured in the Energy Bowls section of the restaurant menu along with pitaya and greens bowls with various toppings. Additionally, the company offers wellness shots, such as the Ginger Shot and the Wheatgrass Shot in addition to its menu of smoothie products. Auntie Anne’s offers only pretzels, baked fresh in the store, in flavors like Original, Cinnamon Sugar, and Almond. The combination of Auntie Anne’s pretzels and Jamba Juice smoothie products provides customers with a unique selection of food and beverages that can be enjoyed together.

Cinnabon is a bakery chain founded in 1985 in Seattle, Washington. Since then, the company has become almost entirely famous for its Classic Roll. The rolls contain a layer of dough filled with a mixture of Makara cinnamon, brown sugar, and butter. The staff bakes and finishes the rolls with a creamy cream cheese frosting. The Makara cinnamon is sourced from the Korintje region of Indonesia. Minibons are small cinnamon rolls with the same recipe as the Classic Rolls but come in packs. The Caramel Pecanbon roll features a layer of caramel glaze and pecan pieces on top of the Classic Roll recipe. The Stix are oven-baked cinnamon sugar sticks that come with cream cheese frosting. Bonbites are small round pastries dusted with cinnamon sugar. Cold Brew Coffee and Cinnabon Signature Coffee are available at some locations. The bakery ensures that the aroma of their cinnamon rolls travels through the ventilation systems in shopping malls to one of the most distinctive food experiences in shopping malls in America.