I have just spent the last month at Jennifer's place in Sunnyside, Jennifer is a great host, answered all my questions promptly, showed me where the local market was, restaurants, bus stop if I preferred to catch the bus for a few stops closer to Manhattan. Check out day Jennifer was accommodating to me and said I could stay until I could check into my next place. Sotto de Selle for a pizza is great, they are busy but the pizzas and service are great, also went to I love Paraguay, friendly staff and good food. The Brookside Market coffee shop on the main boulevard is good too. Lowery wine shop has a brilliant selection and knowledgeable staff. Loved Sunnyside, quick to get into Manhattan and the 7 trains are frequent, I would recommend Jennifer's place. As a bonus as you walk to the subway there is a great view of the Empire State Building.