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π½ Astoria & Long Island City: Eats, Views & Late Nights
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By
Mikey Stark
Greek tavernas, waterfront parks, craft cocktails, and late-night bites across Astoria and LIC β the western Queens loop I actually do on repeat.
Map
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NYC's oldest beer garden β grab a pilsner under the trees and pretend you left the city for the afternoon.
Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
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The Greek seafood pilgrimage on Ditmars β whole fish, spinach pie, and a line that moves for a reason.
Taverna Kyclades Astoria
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My go-to Astoria bar for a proper burger, a cold beer, and a backyard that stays packed till late.
Sweet Afton
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Chic Greek on 30th Ave β mezze, grilled meats, and that lively sidewalk energy that feels like summer.
Ovelia
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Wood-fired pizza with creative toppings and a patio β I always end up sharing more pies than planned.
Milkflower
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Boat noodles so rich and spicy I clear my schedule after β Astoria Thai at its most addictive.
Pye Boat Noodle
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Classic Astoria Greek on Broadway β easier to get into than Kyclades, just as satisfying for grilled fish and dips.
Bahari Estiatorio
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Proper Neapolitan pies on Ditmars β soft, blistered crust and simple toppings done right.
Tufino Pizzeria
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Longtime Astoria favorite for Northern Indian classics β the lunch specials are a neighborhood ritual.
Seva Indian Cuisine
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Giant cakes, baklava, and coffee on Ditmars β my sweet stop after a walk through Astoria Park.
Martha's Country Bakery
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Serious specialty coffee with multiple Astoria shops β my weekday latte when I need to actually get work done.
Under Pressure Coffee
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Astoria's own brewery taproom β flight a few IPAs and hang in the industrial-chic tasting room.
SingleCut Beersmiths QNS
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Hell Gate Bridge views, running paths, and that huge WPA pool in summer β Queens' best waterfront park.
Astoria Park
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Interactive film/TV heaven in Kaufman Astoria Studios β free Thursdays and a cute courtyard cafe.
Museum of the Moving Image
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Moroccan street food on 30th Ave β get the Friday couscous feast and something with amlou on it.
AMLU
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Michelin-starred Chiapas cooking in Hunters Point β the mole and brunch are why I drag friends to LIC.
Casa Enrique
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Speakeasy-style cocktail temple on Jackson Ave β order off-menu and let the bartenders cook.
Dutch Kills Bar
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24-hour chrome classic since 1946 β eggs, diner coffee, and a booth when the night (or morning) needs saving.
Court Square Diner
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Those iconic red gantries and Midtown skyline views β sunset here is my favorite free show in Queens.
Gantry Plaza State Park
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Free outdoor sculpture garden on the East River β wander the art, then stare at Manhattan across the water.
Socrates Sculpture Park
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Contemporary art in a former schoolhouse β free admission and always worth pairing with a Vernon Blvd walk.
MoMA PS1
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LIC's coffee flagship on Center Blvd β espresso by day, cocktail bar vibes when the sun drops.
Sweetleaf Coffee & Cocktail Bar
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Old-school Italian hospitality on Vernon β handmade pasta and that warm, family-run feeling.
Manducatis Rustica VIG
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Waterfront bar on the basin with sailboats and skyline views β a beer here feels like a mini vacation.
Anable Basin Sailing Bar & Grill