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 - Parking available
 - Handicapped access
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 - Restrooms on site
 - Kitchen/food service
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WOMEN'S ACCOMODATIONS
 - No barrier in main hall
 - Barrier in main hall
 - Separate prayer area
 - No women's accomodation
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12 reviews by Masjidrater:
Masjid Manhattan:  This masjid, located near City Hall Park and the Woolworth Building, is ideal for the busy downtown working professional. The Masjid is somewhat cramped, but has ample space in the wudu areas. Unless you want to pray outside in the street, make sure to arrive early for Friday prayers. Also, there are numerous halal push-cart stands near the masjid for the hungry worshiper. (Posted on October 14, 2007) |
Islamic Cultural Center of New York:  Arguably the most notable masjid in New York. Located in 96th street, finding parking is not as burdensome as finding parking in the areas more south (mid-town/financial district areas). (Posted on October 14, 2007) |
| Islamic Center of Bay Ridge: The parking around the masjid is somewhat difficult to find since it is located in a busy street. Nevertheless, there are halal numerous eateries nearby that would satisfy even the hungriest believer. (Posted on October 14, 2007) |
| Masjid Al-Farooq: This masjid has a couple of levels, one level for men and the other for women. The masjid has ample space for prayer and wudu; overall it is quite roomy. There are scores of Muslim business around this Masjid, including book, perfume, and clothing stores along with numerous halal eateries such as a Chinese halal restuarant. (Posted on October 14, 2007) |
| Albanian Islamic Cultural Center: While I did not enter the masjid (since I merely drove by), I was amazed by its absolutely gorgeous architecture. 5 stars for its superb design and size. (Posted on October 14, 2007) |
Masjid Gazrati Abu Bakr:  This masjid, administered mostly by Afghans, had significant ownership problems as there were two factions inside the masjid that were frequently at loggerheads. The dispute even landed in Court. Although some of the problems have subsided, the Masjid has lost many of its congregants. Despite is beautiful design, the Masjid may not be as welcoming for a non-Persian(Dari) speaker since some lectures may not always be in English. (Posted on July 18, 2007) |
| Muslim Center of New York: This masjid is constantly improving as they are building even more facilities to accomodate its growing number of worshipers. The Masjid has a book store and ample parking. The area around the Masjid is cramped however, as Kissena Blvd is not very parking friedly. Nevertheless, the Masjid is ideal for those who seek for their children to attain an Islamic education. (Posted on July 18, 2007) |
Astoria Islamic Center:  In spite of its lack luster appearance, the Masjid is often crowded with worshipers on Fridays. There has been some efforts to improve the exterior of the Masjid. It should be noted that the Khutbas are often in Arabic as a native English speaker may not necessarily understand most of the lectures. (Posted on July 18, 2007) |
| Masjidus Saaliheen: This masjid is located on the second floor of a two floor building, and difficult to spot. Fortunately, there is a tiny green minaret on the side to help one locate the masjid. The Masjid however, is not entirely accomodating to woman as I did not observe a section for woman. The Masjid is cramped as it is absolutely difficult to get to the wudu area if one arrives somewhat late for Juma. (Posted on July 18, 2007) |
| Masjid Ahlul Quran Wa Sunnah: This Masjid has become one of the better Masjids in Queens as the sermons are highly thought-provoking and helpful. The worshipers come from various different backgrounds and are very welcoming and brotherly. The Masjid is conveniently located right next to an Islamic book/clothing store. For the hungry worshiper, on Fridays after Juma, delicious carribean food is sold outside the Masjid. (Posted on July 18, 2007) |
| Jamaica Islamic Center: This masjid is located in a fairly quiet residential area of Jamaica and thus has parking spots to find. The entire facility was in mint condition. (Posted on July 18, 2007) |
Masjid Jamal-Uddin Afghani:  This masjid has to be one of the most unwelcoming Masjids for a native English speaker. The entire Khutba was in either Persian (Dari) or Pashto. Additionally, the Masjid lacks books/literature in English. Moreoever, the Imam often reads the ENTIRE Khutba (said in Pashto or Dari/Persian) from a document that was previously prepared or written. This can possibly even tune out the Afghan congregant. (Posted on July 18, 2007) |
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