Archive · 5 Jan 2026
Zohran Mamdani Dines at Boishakhi
Zohran Mamdani, the new mayor of New York, had dinner at a restaurant called Boishakhi on his second day in office.
He enjoyed chicken roast and aloo bhortha, which are Bengali dishes.
Boishakhi is a popular restaurant in Astoria, Queens, known for its tasty and authentic food.
The mayor often visits this restaurant and other favorite spots in his neighborhood.
He shared a picture of his meal with the restaurant staff on social media, saying it was the best way to end his day.
Boishakhi has been open since 2015 and is loved for its delicious food and friendly atmosphere.
Zohran Mamdani, New York's first Muslim and South Asian mayor, dined at Boishakhi restaurant in Astoria, Queens on his second day in office.
He enjoyed chicken roast and aloo bhortha, two popular Bengali dishes at the restaurant.
Boishakhi, open since 2015, is renowned for its authentic halal Bengali cuisine and community-style dining.
Mamdani frequently visits Boishakhi and other favorite restaurants in his Astoria neighborhood.
He shared a picture of his meal with the restaurant staff on social media, praising the food.
- Who
- Zohran Mamdani, New York's first Muslim and South Asian mayor, and first mayor from Queens
- What
- Dined at Boishakhi, a Bengali restaurant in Astoria, Queens
- When
- On his second day in office, January 3, 2026
- Where
- Boishakhi restaurant on 36th Avenue in Astoria, Queens
- Why
- To enjoy Bengali cuisine and support local businesses
- Mayor
- Zohran Mamdani
- Restaurant
- Boishakhi
- Location
- 36th Avenue, Astoria, Queens
- Dishes Enjoyed
- Chicken roast, aloo bhortha
- Restaurant Opened
- 2015
- Mayor's Firsts
- First Muslim and South Asian mayor of New York, first mayor from Queens