Wessam

Astoria
24-31 Steinway Street

P: 718.932.3434

A small but packed-to-the-ceiling Middle Eastern shop that sells grocery and household items.  It also has a halal butcher.

What's great: 

The shop sells various gift items, including hookah pipes.  Very friendly service.

What to know: 

This shop is better for grocery items than fresh foods.