Guidebook for Queens
Food Scene
Long-running Greek taverna known for fresh grilled fish served in spacious quarters with a garden.
18 lokale anbefaler
Telly's Taverna
28-13 23rd AveLong-running Greek taverna known for fresh grilled fish served in spacious quarters with a garden.
Greek dishes, plus burgers & other casual American fare served in a small cafe with sidewalk tables.
7 lokale anbefaler
Zorbas
29-05 23rd AveGreek dishes, plus burgers & other casual American fare served in a small cafe with sidewalk tables.
Very popular and lively eatery specializing in fresh Greek seafood & sides that doesn't take reservations.
226 lokale anbefaler
Taverna Kyclades
36-01 Ditmars BlvdVery popular and lively eatery specializing in fresh Greek seafood & sides that doesn't take reservations.
Cozy, charming taverna with a patio for grilled seafood & other Greek island-inspired fare.
44 lokale anbefaler
Agnanti
19-06 Ditmars BlvdCozy, charming taverna with a patio for grilled seafood & other Greek island-inspired fare.
Macoletta
2815 24th AveAuthentic Italian pizza making in a fun, casual atmosphere.
Upscale Italian restaurant with a special-occasion setting & a long list of specials.
30 lokale anbefaler
Trattoria L'incontro
21-76 31st StUpscale Italian restaurant with a special-occasion setting & a long list of specials.
QWNS Cafe
22-35 31st StAn artisanal cafe & bakery.
Upbeat place with a spacious back patio serving Turkish & Greek dishes and homemade bread.
12 lokale anbefaler
TRUVA Cafe & Grill
22-41 31st StUpbeat place with a spacious back patio serving Turkish & Greek dishes and homemade bread.
Margaritas & Southwestern entrees in a spacious, adobe-style space with an outdoor patio.
29 lokale anbefaler
Mojave
22-36 31st StMargaritas & Southwestern entrees in a spacious, adobe-style space with an outdoor patio.
Yaar
22-55 31st StIndian cooking, including vegetarian options, served in a cool space with art-glass lighting.
White-tablecloth Greek restaurant & bar with many Cypriot recipes & live music on the weekends.
Dionysos
23-15 31st StWhite-tablecloth Greek restaurant & bar with many Cypriot recipes & live music on the weekends.
Dragon and Phoenix
36 11 Ditmars BlvdLate-night take-out Chinese food · Comfort food · Quick bite.
Bright coffee shop serving a wide menu of classic American diner eats 24 hours, 7 days a week, booths to sit in.
10 lokale anbefaler
Mike's Diner
2237 31st StBright coffee shop serving a wide menu of classic American diner eats 24 hours, 7 days a week, booths to sit in.
Casual, eco-minded regional chain for organic burgers (from beef to bison) & more, plus beer & wine.
465 lokale anbefaler
Bareburger
33-21 31st AveCasual, eco-minded regional chain for organic burgers (from beef to bison) & more, plus beer & wine.
A modern, low-lit cafe offering spiced-to-order Thai favorites, curries, noodles & more, also BYOB.
San Aroy Thai Kitchen
29-06 23rd AveA modern, low-lit cafe offering spiced-to-order Thai favorites, curries, noodles & more, also BYOB.
Intimate, art-filled restaurant with original Egyptian dishes & a bring-your-own-alcohol policy.
10 lokale anbefaler
Mombar
25-22 Steinway StIntimate, art-filled restaurant with original Egyptian dishes & a bring-your-own-alcohol policy.
Swanky lounge offering a traditional Middle Eastern menu, hookah pipes, live music & belly dancers.
Layali Dubai
40-02 Astoria Blvd SSwanky lounge offering a traditional Middle Eastern menu, hookah pipes, live music & belly dancers.
Leng Thai
33-09 BroadwayA cozy and romantic spot, Thai, Korean and a bit of Indian fusion.
This simple eatery whipping up plates of Colombian & Ecuadorian food also offers espresso & shakes.
Sandros Latin Food
2703 23rd AveThis simple eatery whipping up plates of Colombian & Ecuadorian food also offers espresso & shakes.
Relaxed choice with a marble bar for modern Italian dishes, gourmet brick-oven pies & imported wine.
7 lokale anbefaler
VIA VAI
31-09 23rd AveRelaxed choice with a marble bar for modern Italian dishes, gourmet brick-oven pies & imported wine.
Homestyle Italian cooking updated with modern touches in a cozy white-tableclothed space.
7 lokale anbefaler
Ornella Trattoria Italiana
29-17 23rd AveHomestyle Italian cooking updated with modern touches in a cozy white-tableclothed space.
This compact, modest taverna specializes in traditional Greek dishes & offers sidewalk seating.
11 lokale anbefaler
Gregory's 26 Corner Taverna
26-02 23rd AveThis compact, modest taverna specializes in traditional Greek dishes & offers sidewalk seating.
Koliba
3111 23rd AveInformal dinner destination for hearty Czech & Slovak fare plus imported & domestic beers.
This longtime taverna is a family-friendly spot for hearty Greek staples in a simple setting.
10 lokale anbefaler
Stamatis
29-09 23rd AveThis longtime taverna is a family-friendly spot for hearty Greek staples in a simple setting.
Gourmet pizza & artisanal pasta paired with wine, beer & cocktails in a warm, refined setting.
20 lokale anbefaler
Via Trenta
3619 30th AveGourmet pizza & artisanal pasta paired with wine, beer & cocktails in a warm, refined setting.
Pochana
33-16 30th AveComfort Thai food · Quick bite · Healthy options.
Traditional seafood & lamb dishes get fresh spins in a casual Greek tavern with outdoor seating.
40 lokale anbefaler
Ovelia
34-01 30th AveTraditional seafood & lamb dishes get fresh spins in a casual Greek tavern with outdoor seating.
Welcoming restaurant offering a diverse, traditional Mexican menu for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
7 lokale anbefaler
De Mole Astoria
42-20 30th AveWelcoming restaurant offering a diverse, traditional Mexican menu for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Bare-bones Italian counter serve dating back to 1965 dispensing slices, pies & red-sauce classics.
Grand Avenue Pizza
34-24 30th AveBare-bones Italian counter serve dating back to 1965 dispensing slices, pies & red-sauce classics.
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37-20 30th AvenueGlobally accented fusion dishes including sushi in a stylish low-lit setting.
Familiar Mexican & Peruvian dishes are served at this colorful BYOB eatery with a laid-back vibe.
Mezquite
45-06 30th AveFamiliar Mexican & Peruvian dishes are served at this colorful BYOB eatery with a laid-back vibe.
Local cash-only eatery serving modern takes on American comfort food in a simple setting.
94 lokale anbefaler
Queens Comfort
36-18 30th AveLocal cash-only eatery serving modern takes on American comfort food in a simple setting.
New Orleans standards like shrimp po' boys & gumbo plus novel cocktails & mega-rich desserts.
67 lokale anbefaler
Sugar Freak
37-11 30th AveNew Orleans standards like shrimp po' boys & gumbo plus novel cocktails & mega-rich desserts.
Grass-fed meat & organic chicken are barbecued or sold by the pound at this eatery/butcher shop.
42 lokale anbefaler
Butcher Bar
37-10 30th AveGrass-fed meat & organic chicken are barbecued or sold by the pound at this eatery/butcher shop.
Trendy, multilevel restaurant & bar featuring classic Latin American fare, cocktails, TVs & music.
12 lokale anbefaler
Blend Astoria
37-17 30th AveTrendy, multilevel restaurant & bar featuring classic Latin American fare, cocktails, TVs & music.
Elevated, seasonal Indian cuisine & inventive cocktails offered in a chic, modern space.
Kurry Qulture
36-05 30th AveElevated, seasonal Indian cuisine & inventive cocktails offered in a chic, modern space.
Down-to-earth eatery with contemporary decor specializing in Pan-Asian vegan dishes.
21 lokale anbefaler
Jujube Tree
35-02 30th AveDown-to-earth eatery with contemporary decor specializing in Pan-Asian vegan dishes.
Pizza & Italian comfort food with a sustainable, seasonal bent are served at this neighborhood spot.
43 lokale anbefaler
Vesta Trattoria
21-02 30th AvePizza & Italian comfort food with a sustainable, seasonal bent are served at this neighborhood spot.
Relaxed option serving creative rolls, bento boxes & other familiar Japanese fare, plus bubble tea.
8 lokale anbefaler
Matsu Sushi
3411 30th AveRelaxed option serving creative rolls, bento boxes & other familiar Japanese fare, plus bubble tea.
Rice K
29-21 23rd AveBasic spot featuring a variety of sushi-roll choices, lunch specials & happy-hour beers.
Egyptian street food served in a 3-story space with ancient Egypt–themed decor & a casual vibe.
Tut's Hub
30-91 Steinway StEgyptian street food served in a 3-story space with ancient Egypt–themed decor & a casual vibe.
Tiny eatery with an outgoing chef/owner serving custom creations along with kababs, falafel & more.
10 lokale anbefaler
Kabab Cafe
25-12 Steinway StTiny eatery with an outgoing chef/owner serving custom creations along with kababs, falafel & more.
El-Omda
33-10 28th AveSnug restaurant with down-to-earth decor serving Egyptian specialties such as tajine beef.
Casual restaurant with shawarma & other Middle Eastern fare made with halal meat, plus fresh juices.
El-Rawsheh
2548 Steinway StCasual restaurant with shawarma & other Middle Eastern fare made with halal meat, plus fresh juices.
Egypt: Royal Cuisine
3091 Steinway StComfort food · Small plates · Healthy options.
Cevabdzinica Sarajevo
37-18 34th Ave Fast Food, Eastern European/Mediterranean, Burgers
This bakery-cafe serving Balkan specialties is known for its phyllo pastries & ethnic entrees.
9 lokale anbefaler
Djerdan Burek Astoria
34-04 31st AveThis bakery-cafe serving Balkan specialties is known for its phyllo pastries & ethnic entrees.
Down-to-earth eatery with rustic-chic decor serving updated Southern classics in a mellow space.
6 lokale anbefaler
Bubba's Bistro
31-13A Ditmars BlvdDown-to-earth eatery with rustic-chic decor serving updated Southern classics in a mellow space.
Drinks & Nightlife
Czech beer & grilled bratwurst at a huge, family-friendly beer garden full of picnic tables & trees.
224 lokale anbefaler
Bohemian Hall
29-19 24th AvenueCzech beer & grilled bratwurst at a huge, family-friendly beer garden full of picnic tables & trees.
Stylish yet relaxed bar offering fine wines & 150+ craft brews, along with cheese & meat plates.
25 lokale anbefaler
Mosaic Cafe & Lounge
25-19 24th AveStylish yet relaxed bar offering fine wines & 150+ craft brews, along with cheese & meat plates.
This tavern offers global lunch & dinner menus in a warm, classic environment.
41 lokale anbefaler
The Sparrow Tavern
24-01 29th StThis tavern offers global lunch & dinner menus in a warm, classic environment.
Rocky McBride's
27-01 23rd AveBar games · Happy hour drinks · Fast service.
Beer, wine & cocktails served in an old-school pub with sports on TV, live music & trivia nights.
9 lokale anbefaler
The Astoria Tavern
33-16 23rd AveBeer, wine & cocktails served in an old-school pub with sports on TV, live music & trivia nights.
The Bonnie
29-12 23rd AveCozy brick-and-wood gastropub with cocktails & upscale pub fare.
A lively Irish pub with a hip vibe, brick-&-beam interior, a garden and locally sourced food.
161 lokale anbefaler
Sweet Afton
30-09 34th StA lively Irish pub with a hip vibe, brick-&-beam interior, a garden and locally sourced food.
Snowdonia (in Welsh, eryri) is a mountainous region in Northern Wales. Named after this beautiful area, the bar is an authentic restaurant in the Welsh tradition of the “local” that fuses inventive cuisine and quality regional craft beers. Snowdonia prides itself on using only the freshest ingredients, local purveyors of the highest quality foods, and an outstanding selection of bourbon, wine, craft cocktails, and over thirty craft beers. Mwynhau eich hun! (enjoy yourself!)
20 lokale anbefaler
Snowdonia
32-01 35th AveSnowdonia (in Welsh, eryri) is a mountainous region in Northern Wales. Named after this beautiful area, the bar is an authentic restaurant in the Welsh tradition of the “local” that fuses inventive cuisine and quality regional craft beers. Snowdonia prides itself on using only the freshest ingredients, local purveyors of the highest quality foods, and an outstanding selection of bourbon, wine, craft cocktails, and over thirty craft beers. Mwynhau eich hun! (enjoy yourself!)
Greek/Mediterranean cafe with a full bar & a mod-retro setting across from Kaufman Astoria Studios.
38 lokale anbefaler
Monika's Cafe Bar
32-90 36th StGreek/Mediterranean cafe with a full bar & a mod-retro setting across from Kaufman Astoria Studios.
Retro supper club in the Kaufman Astoria Studios with classic American-Continental fare & cocktails.
17 lokale anbefaler
The Astor Room
35-11 35th AveRetro supper club in the Kaufman Astoria Studios with classic American-Continental fare & cocktails.
Chill local pub offering various craft beers on tap plus trivia nights, karaoke, live music & more.
9 lokale anbefaler
Sunswick 35/35
35-02 35th StChill local pub offering various craft beers on tap plus trivia nights, karaoke, live music & more.
Comfy hangout offering classic Irish fare, burgers & beers, with TV sports & karaoke nights.
7 lokale anbefaler
Cronin & Phelan's
38-14 BroadwayComfy hangout offering classic Irish fare, burgers & beers, with TV sports & karaoke nights.
Relaxed taproom hosting weekend DJs & serving numerous whiskeys, jumbo cocktails & pub grub.
12 lokale anbefaler
Mad Donkey Beer Bar & Grill
32-07 36th AveRelaxed taproom hosting weekend DJs & serving numerous whiskeys, jumbo cocktails & pub grub.
Longtime neighborhood Irish bar offering pub grub in comfy digs, plus karaoke, a pool table & darts.
Gilbey's
32-01 BroadwayLongtime neighborhood Irish bar offering pub grub in comfy digs, plus karaoke, a pool table & darts.
Easygoing pub with tens of craft brews on tap, seasonal sidewalk seating & updated comfort eats.
Halsey's Tavern
30-95 33rd StEasygoing pub with tens of craft brews on tap, seasonal sidewalk seating & updated comfort eats.
Snug pub pairing craft beer & cocktails with innovative bar bites, plus DJ nights & Sunday brunch.
34 lokale anbefaler
The Ditty
3503 Ditmars BlvdSnug pub pairing craft beer & cocktails with innovative bar bites, plus DJ nights & Sunday brunch.
This formerly hidden speakeasy-style bar serves refined cocktails & snacks.
Live performances · Happy hour drinks · Fast service
21 lokale anbefaler
The Last Word
31-30 Ditmars BlvdThis formerly hidden speakeasy-style bar serves refined cocktails & snacks.
Live performances · Happy hour drinks · Fast service
Chill neighborhood wine bar also offering a beer list, nibbles & weekly live jazz in warm digs.
Fast service · Cozy · Great wine list.
11 lokale anbefaler
Crescent & Vine
25-03 Ditmars BlvdChill neighborhood wine bar also offering a beer list, nibbles & weekly live jazz in warm digs.
Fast service · Cozy · Great wine list.
Place for steaks, burgers & small plates with speakeasy accents & a lively curved bar.
Happy hour food · Late-night food · Comfort food
7 lokale anbefaler
Uncle Jack's Meat House
36-18 Ditmars BlvdPlace for steaks, burgers & small plates with speakeasy accents & a lively curved bar.
Happy hour food · Late-night food · Comfort food
Hellgate on the Park
1919 Ditmars BlvdBar games · Outdoor seating · Fast service
Astoria Bier & Cheese-Ditmars
35-11 Ditmars BlvdLive performances · Outdoor seating · Fast service
Sports bar with 40+ TVs offering elevated pub grub, a solid beer selection & weekend breakfast.
17 lokale anbefaler
Sweet Janes
27-17 24th AveSports bar with 40+ TVs offering elevated pub grub, a solid beer selection & weekend breakfast.
Airy, brick-walled bistro & bar offering a diverse menu of American & global fare, plus breakfast.
Happy hour drinks · Comfort food · Quick bite
Krave Cafe & Grill
45-01 Ditmars BlvdAiry, brick-walled bistro & bar offering a diverse menu of American & global fare, plus breakfast.
Happy hour drinks · Comfort food · Quick bite
Seasonal New American comfort fare, craft beer & cocktails are served in a hip, wood-paneled space.
22 lokale anbefaler
The Pomeroy Restaurant
36-12 Ditmars BoulevardSeasonal New American comfort fare, craft beer & cocktails are served in a hip, wood-paneled space.
The menu of Australian dishes at this relaxed eatery features many gluten-free & veggie options.
45 lokale anbefaler
The Thirsty Koala
35-12 Ditmars BlvdThe menu of Australian dishes at this relaxed eatery features many gluten-free & veggie options.
This cozy bar offers wine, beer & cocktails, plus a menu of tapas, panini, fondue & cheese plates.
17 lokale anbefaler
RaR Bar
30-01 35th AveThis cozy bar offers wine, beer & cocktails, plus a menu of tapas, panini, fondue & cheese plates.
Arts & Culture
In my opinion, this is one of the best curated museums in NYC, the film fan's Mecca. MOMI is situated within the Kaufman Studios complex and is home to movie memorabilia from all eras, a permanent Jim Henson exhibition, touring exhibitions, and two state of the art cinemas. Late-night Fridays are free and there are numerous special events.
507 lokale anbefaler
Museum for bevægelige billeder
36-01 35th AveIn my opinion, this is one of the best curated museums in NYC, the film fan's Mecca. MOMI is situated within the Kaufman Studios complex and is home to movie memorabilia from all eras, a permanent Jim Henson exhibition, touring exhibitions, and two state of the art cinemas. Late-night Fridays are free and there are numerous special events.
The Noguchi Museum, chartered as The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum, was designed and created by the Japanese-American sculptor Isamu Noguchi. Opening on a limited basis to the public in 1985 the purpose of the museum and foundation was and remains to preserve and display Noguchi's sculptures, architectural models, stage designs, drawings, and furniture designs. The two-story, 24,000 square feet (2,200 m2) museum and adjacent sculpture garden, located in Long Island City section of Queens, one block from the Socrates Sculpture Park, underwent major renovations in 2004 allowing the museum to stay open year-round.
192 lokale anbefaler
Noguchi-museet
9-01 33rd RoadThe Noguchi Museum, chartered as The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum, was designed and created by the Japanese-American sculptor Isamu Noguchi. Opening on a limited basis to the public in 1985 the purpose of the museum and foundation was and remains to preserve and display Noguchi's sculptures, architectural models, stage designs, drawings, and furniture designs. The two-story, 24,000 square feet (2,200 m2) museum and adjacent sculpture garden, located in Long Island City section of Queens, one block from the Socrates Sculpture Park, underwent major renovations in 2004 allowing the museum to stay open year-round.
Socrates Sculpture Park is a free outdoor museum and public park where artists can create and exhibit sculptures and multi-media installations. It is located one block from the Noguchi Museum at the intersection of Broadway and Vernon Boulevard. There are lots of summer events here including outdoor cinema.
238 lokale anbefaler
Socrates Skulpturpark
32-01 Vernon BlvdSocrates Sculpture Park is a free outdoor museum and public park where artists can create and exhibit sculptures and multi-media installations. It is located one block from the Noguchi Museum at the intersection of Broadway and Vernon Boulevard. There are lots of summer events here including outdoor cinema.
Parks & Nature
Astoria Park, a 59.96-acre (242,600 m2) park located along the East River in the New York City borough of Queens,[1] contains one of the largest open spaces in Queens. The park is operated and maintained by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. Situated in Astoria and adjacent to the Triborough (Robert F. Kennedy) and Hell Gate Bridges, the park contains New York City's oldest and largest swimming pool.[2] The outdoor 54,450-square-foot (5,059 m2) pool, planned by Robert Moses, was used for qualifying events for the 1936 and 1964 Summer Olympics.
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Astoria Park
19 19th StAstoria Park, a 59.96-acre (242,600 m2) park located along the East River in the New York City borough of Queens,[1] contains one of the largest open spaces in Queens. The park is operated and maintained by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. Situated in Astoria and adjacent to the Triborough (Robert F. Kennedy) and Hell Gate Bridges, the park contains New York City's oldest and largest swimming pool.[2] The outdoor 54,450-square-foot (5,059 m2) pool, planned by Robert Moses, was used for qualifying events for the 1936 and 1964 Summer Olympics.
Public park featuring a scenic, riverside promenade, plus baseball fields & dog-friendly areas.
22 lokale anbefaler
Rainey Park
34-24 Vernon BlvdPublic park featuring a scenic, riverside promenade, plus baseball fields & dog-friendly areas.
Square featuring a small amphitheater with doric columns, statues of Greek figures & a playground. There are often Greek cultural musical performances here including some theater.
7 lokale anbefaler
Athens Square
30th St & 30th AveSquare featuring a small amphitheater with doric columns, statues of Greek figures & a playground. There are often Greek cultural musical performances here including some theater.
Riverside spot featuring benches, walkways & bike paths along the water, plus views of Manhattan.
Ralph Demarco Park
Shore BoulevardRiverside spot featuring benches, walkways & bike paths along the water, plus views of Manhattan.
480-acre urban park features restored wetlands, 90+ athletic fields, a community farm & recreation.
22 lokale anbefaler
Randalls Island
480-acre urban park features restored wetlands, 90+ athletic fields, a community farm & recreation.
Essentials
Key Food Supermarkets
1769 2nd AveMain supermarket, a little cheaper than the others listed.
Food Story Natural Market
40 Bogart St24 hour health food store.
Green House Farmers Market
22-33 31st StFruit and vegetables plus basic groceries, ope 24 hours.
Astoria Park Wine & Spirits
28-07 24th AveLocal liquor store.
Adega Wine & Spirits
31-25 Ditmars BlvdLocal liquor store.
Omega Wines & Liquors
23-18 31st StLocal liquor store with many Greek imports.
Mediterranean Foods I
30-12 34th StGreek grocery store.
Entertainment & Activities
Performance venue, education center & cafe offering shows & classes in comedy, dance, art & more.
22 lokale anbefaler
Q.E.D.
27-16 23rd AvePerformance venue, education center & cafe offering shows & classes in comedy, dance, art & more.
Shopping
George's Hellenic Gifts Inc
3102 23rd AveUnique gift store.
Inside Astoria
28-07 Ditmars BlvdA unique gift store with plenty of gift ideas from local artists.