'A beacon of hope': 3 years after COVID-19 devastated Queens, Corona Plaza becomes bustling market

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Corona Plaza attracts visitors from across the city.

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Commuters make their way off the train and through the bustling Corona Plaza, in Queens.

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Customers stop for a quick bite to eat at Pinchos Al Gusto on the corner of National Street and Roosevelt Street.

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Customers at Pinchos la Suquita on the corner of National Street and Roosevelt Street are greeted by fresh elotes.

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As the evening rush of commuters arrives at 103 St-Corona Plaza station, cooks at Tacos Al Gusto prepare the various orders of authentic Mexican street fare in Corona Plaza.

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Street vendors take orders and prepare tacos inside the Tacos Al Gusto food truck, which has been parked at Corona Plaza for six years.

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Cooks at Pinchos Al Gusto cook various fried foods on a mild March evening.

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The vendors created bylaws that established rules and regulations at the plaza.

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Various hats and bags at Mochilas y Variedades Aline, a stand owned by Rosaria Troncoso.

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As the sun sets behind the Queens skyline, residents and commuters navigate through the bustling Corona Plaza in Queens.

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Cooks at Sabor especial en Tripa Mishqui barbeque various meats.

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Stands at Corona Plaza sell everything from fresh produce, to street food and clothes.

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Vendors prepare fresh meals for customers at Corona Plaza in Queens.

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Food on display at Corona Plaza in Queens.

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Maria Calle grills chicken for a customer at Pinchoclo in Corona Plaza.

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Residents and commuters navigate through the bustling Corona Plaza in Queens.

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Patricio Campo Verde has been a food vendor for almost 14 years.

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Customers wait for their orders to be prepared at Pinchos al Gusto in Corona Plaza.

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