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CONTENTS Dear western Queens,
BRADLEY HAWKS editor-in-chief
With summertime blossoming, it becomes exceedingly apparent that the vibrancy in the air does not simply stem from the warmer weather and fairer skies. For the month of June, we decided to focus on a whole slew of destinations, festivities and museums that you can use to fill up your summer schedule. Whether it’s an afternoon at the flea, a morning kayaking, a visit to one of the nearby museums or parks, or simply a ride on the ferry, we have recommended more than 50 places to visit this coming summer, and even offered some of our favorite dishes we recommend, as well. These are the months to get outside and explore, so pick a few of your favorites and make a checklist. If you have others you would recommend, send them my way to bhawks@boromag.com. Gratefu lly yours, Bradley Hawks
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FEATURES 6 BODY & SOUL
The Punch Line
10 EXPLORE YOUR BORO
50+Ways to Spend Your Summer in Queens
Street Fairs
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Rockaway Beach
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Summer Guide
Let’s Go to the Beach
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DEPARTMENT 12 june 2016 EVENTS
Dating is Hard In NYC
25 BORO DEALS & DISCOUNTS PAGE Exclusive savings, discounts and freebies for the month of June in Astoria, LIC and Sunnyside.
26 MAP IT DIRECTORY
Your go-to guide for Astoria, LIC and Sunnyside’s best shops, food, art, nightlife and more
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sk Jared Gordon for a generalized picture of his upbringing and it might sound something like this – New York City born, Roslyn Heights raised, 15-year Astoria resident. Born to a Sicilian Catholic mother, English Jewish father, the middle child of three boys, Dylan, Jared and Dean. A classic hard-working, upwardly mobile New York family. If you dig a little deeper, you will find a tight-knit household whose fierce bond was cemented by challenges brought on by arson, drug dealing, the peaks of a rapidly climbing career and the valleys of debilitating addiction. It is a story documented in detail by MMA journalists, with a plot reminiscent of a film script. It is a story that many would have loved to have written. But it is not THE story. “It is a typical story. It is not all that unique,” he will say, with unconcerned warmth that contradicts the timeworn scars and steely eyes of a fighter. And in truth, he is correct. Addiction stories are numerous, destructive and usually dramatic. But what is unique, what is the actual story, lives in the here and now, the day to day, his approach to his life, his sport and those around him. I could tell you a story of an active and athletically gifted but directionless teen, whose career choice was drawn from curiosity about martial arts as a fitness outlet. But somehow that seems not quite accurate, for those who know him can feel that unknowingly, he was born for it. That somehow, no matter how the journey started, it was always meant to end up here. A considerably epic set of attributes locked inside a compact featherweight powerhouse, Jared “Flash” Gordon. 6 I BOROMAG.COM | JUNE 2016
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h c n Pu In what’s regarded as the “world’s toughest sport,” a successful MMA fighter must possess athletic talent but cannot be without superior mental and physical prowess. “A professional fighter’s life is very rough. I literally eat, sleep and breathe this stuff,” he said. “Injuries are an understood occurrence, and I have no social life; I sacrifice a lot to be where I want to be. I hurt my neck training, which ultimately led to my struggles with opiate addiction, and yet, fighting and my career pulled me out of that hole. If it were not for MMA I would be dead or in prison due to my previous lifestyle. It has kept me in line and
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given me purpose.” Mixed Martial Arts requires adaptability, intelligence, an elaborate training schedule and many, many coaches. It is typical for a fighter to spend multiple sessions a day at multiple facilities refining the varied skills and techniques necessary for the sport. Jared spends a great deal of time at the world-famous Church Street Boxing gym in lower Manhattan working with head striking/boxing coach
F Jason Strout, a man he considers his mentor, his brother, his friend. Jason has multiple world champions under him: Bellator light heavyweight champion Liam Mcgeary, bantamweight champion Marcos Galvao and UFC fighter Philippe Nover. He does his grappling at Renzo Gracie BJJ Academy in midtown Manhattan under John Danaher. His strength training is done with Chris Carlsen at Iron Lion Performance in Astoria. “I cross train MMA with fighters of different styles all over New York,” explains Gordon, “amateurs and pros alike. Anything can happen in a fight, so if I’m going against a fighter who is stronger in one art than I am, I will focus a lot of my attention on that art to fill holes. That’s why fighting is so amazing: you need to learn to adapt against different styles, which is extremely challenging. It’s like a puzzle or riddle that you have to figure out. I prepare my best against each opponent and when it comes fight night it’s time to see if it’s all going to work out.” Fans of combat sports might appreciate the draw of the electricity in the air, the sounds, the tension, the strategy and skill, but it always stops right there at the door to the cage. Only those who seek to embrace the pain, who endure the sacrifices and who live in the exhaustion can truly understand the motivation. “When they raised my hand after my first amateur fight,” recalls Gordon, “I knew right then that this was where I was supposed to be. The glory and high was better than any feeling I have ever felt. Most people in this world will never know that feeling. Any fighter that says he’s not nervous or scared before getting in that cage is lying or something is terribly wrong with him. I have butterflies in my stomach and I’m
very antsy before I get in there. I feel like I have to piss a thousand times before the fight happens. Pure adrenaline. As I walk out I see fans, friends and family, and the people booing against me. As I step into that cage with the bright lights shining down on me, the audience is kind of a blur. Cameras are in my face, and athletic commission staff surrounds me. I can smell everything so distinctly, my senses heighten so much. And it’s as if I’m at home. Nothing feels as natural as being in there, the canvas under my feet, the smell of the leather of my gloves and the Vaseline on my face. Heart racing like crazy. And across the cage is my opponent who just prepared for weeks and months to try and kill me. Many men have died in rings and cages fighting. When you sign the dotted line you sign up for war.” Above all, the athlete must have an undying love for the sport. A sincere respect for its practice, continuity, and
an understanding of the responsibility that comes with the opportunities it brings. “I love fighting, plain and simple,” says Gordon. “When you’re deep in the rounds bleeding, sucking air and swallowing your own blood, I wouldn’t want to be doing anything else. I know I’m very good at it and I’m making a living out of it. My biggest fear is being mediocre. But at the end of the day I want to help people, especially young kids and addicts. When I make a name for myself, I will have a platform and I can make a difference in the world. I would help anyone in any way I could as long as it’s positive.” And help he does, every moment he is not immersed in his own training, Jared spends coaching and teaching clients, students and other fighters. His free time is often spent supporting the career pursuits of his fellow fighters. “I love teaching and coaching. Martial arts are what I love to do. So teaching and doing private lessons isn’t work for me. Coaching fighters allows me to grow as a fighter. You experience mistakes from a different perspective and you learn from it. When my coach corrects something that I cannot visualize, and I see my students make the same mistake, it all clicks. All of this makes me better as a martial artist. I’m a martial artist before I am fighter. A fighter only fights for so long. Martial arts is a lifestyle. It is forever.” Saturday, July 9, at The 2300 Arena in Philadelphia Jared “Flash” Gordon will be making his return to the cage, fighting for the featherweight (145 lb.) belt of Cage Fury Fighting Championship, the biggest regional promotion in the country. For more information or to purchase tickets, consult 2300arena.com or cffc.tv. JUNE 2016 I BOROMAG.COM I 7
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NIGHTLIFE + ENTERTAINMENT
Schedule of Street Festivals Though we welcome very few reasons for a street closing, the street festivals of the summertime are some of the most exciting outdoor events around. Few things create a sense of community like the businesses, vendors and merchants who come together for a neighborhood block party. Here is a roundup of some of the remaining festivals of the summer and fall.
Monday, June 13
Sunday, Aug. 21
Saturday, Oct.8
Taste of LIC
Steinway Street Festival
Woodside Festival
(49th Ave. and the East River at Gantry Park) For tickets visit: www.chocolatefactorytheater.com 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
(Steinway Street from 28th to 34th avenues) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 5
Astoria Eats
(30th Avenue from 29th to 41st streets) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 2 Saturday, July 23
Broadway Summer Fest
(Broadway between Steinway & 47th streets) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, July 31
30th Avenue Astoria Festival
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Broadway Astoria Festival (Broadway from Steinway to Crescent streets) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
(Woodside Ave. from 65th Place to Roosevelt Avenue) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9
Astoria Street Fair
(Steinway Street from 25th to 28th avenues) Sunday, Oct. 16
31st Street Astoria Fair (31s Street from Ditmars Boulevard to 21st Avenue) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22
Greenpoint Avenue Festival (Greenpoint Ave. from Queens Boulevard to 44th Street) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30
36th Avenue Astoria Festival
(36th Ave. from 29th to 35th streets) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
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june EVENTS Now through June 30th Mon-Fri 7 AM to 8 PM Sat-Sun 8 AM to 8 PM Event Title: Pichan Kietsrichart Art on Display Location: Astoria Coffee 30-04 30th street Astoria, NY 11102
Phone: Kevin Wehle 347-339-7477 Address: 35-37 36th St. Astoria, NY 11106
June 13th Time: 5:30 & 6:30 pm Event Title: Eleventh Annual Taste of LIC Cost: $65 - $400 Location: Gantry Plaza State Park Tuesday, June 14th @ 9PM Phone: (718) 482-7069 Event Title: Stand-Ups Improvise TED Talks Address: Gantry Plaza State Park Center Cost: $5 advance, $7 at door Boulevard between 48th & 49th Avenues Location: Q.E.D. Long Island City, NY 11101 Phone: 347.451.3873 URL: http://www. Address: 27-16 23rd Ave., Astoria, NY 11105 chocolatefactorytheater.org/redesign/ www.StandUpsImprovise.com event/eleventh-annual-taste-of-lic/ Other: Contact: Ryan Stanisz / Tuesday, June 21, 2016 @ 8:00am – 2pm RyanStanisz@gmail.com Event Title: LIC Summit: Ideas and June 11 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Impacts Event Title: Ice Cream Social Day Party Cost: Visit http://www.eventbrite.com/e/ Cost: $10 lic-summit-registration-25540869428 for Location: Rockaway Brewing Company ticket prices Phone: 315-225-5324 Location: Museum of the Moving Image Address: 46-01 5th Street, Long Island City Phone: (718) 786-5300 URL: https://www.eventbrite. Address: 36-01 35th Avenue Queens, com/e/ice-cream-social-day-partyNY, 11106 tickets-25004584385 URL: http://licpartnership.org/events/ lic-summit-0 June 30 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Event Title: Central Astoria LDC 2016 Saturday June 18th @ 7pm – 9pm Independence Celebration Event Title: Le Tour De France Cost: Free Cost: $85 per person Location: Astoria Park Great Lawn, Location: RaR Bar - Rèst-âü-Ránt Phone: 718-728-7820 Phone: (718) 729-9009 Address: Shore Boulevard between Hell Address: 30-01 35th Ave, Astoria, NY 11106 Gate Bridge and the Pool Astoria URL: http://rarbarlic.com/rarbar/ URL: http://www.centralastoria.nyc welcome.html Other: Reservation Required June 25th – June 28th Time: Thursday 4pm – 10pm, Friday Tuesday, June 21st @ 7:30 p.m 4pm – 11pm, Saturday Noon – 12am, Event Title: PREVIEW SCREENING & LIVE Sunday Noon – 11:30pm EVENT - Breaking a Monster Event Title: Astoria Park Carnival Cost: $15 Cost: FREE Location: Museum of Moving Images Location: Astoria Park Parking Lot Phone: 718 777 6888 Address: 19th St, Astoria, NY 11105 Address: 36-01 35 Ave, Astoria, NY 11106 URL: http://www.movingimage.us/visit/ June 16th @ 8pm calendar/2016/06/21/detail/breakinga-monster Event Title: Watch Movies on LIC’s Waterfront Splash Cost: FREE Saturday, June 11th @11am Location: Waterfront at Hunters Point Event Title: Community Opening Day: South Park Mika Tajima: Meridian (Gold) Address: Center Blvd & 51st Ave Cost: Free URL: http://www.cinemalic.com/ Location: LIC Landing, Hunter’s Point South Park, Long Island City (Enter the June 18, 2016 @ 3pm -6pm park at Center Blvd and Borden Ave) Event Title: GPEL Pride Event Phone: (718) 361-1750 Cost: $16.82 - $106.49 Address: 44-19 Purves St, Long Island Location: We Works Studio Square City, NY 11101 12 I BOROMAG.COM I june 2016
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n hour ride from Port Authority on the A train will get you to one of the greatest beaches in Queens, written about by the Ramones, and heralded as a summer staple by New Yorkers for years and years. Visitors to Rockaway Beach over Memorial Day Weekend witnessed a muted veil of fog to kickoff the beach summer, but that didn’t thwart beachgoers even the slightest. The warm waters beneath the softened sunshine set the stage for cookouts, sun-
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bathing, and water recreation galore. Whether or not you welcomed summertime in the Rockaways with a barbecue and cold one, make sure to add it to your list of must-try adventures. Only in New York City can the same Metro card that gets you to a Broadway show in Times Square, a coney dog at Nathan’s on Coney Island, a summer game at Citi Field, and a leisurely stroll through the stained glass hallways of the Cloisters, also offer you a passport for just $2.75 for a full day of frolicking at the beach.
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50+Ways
to Spend Your Summer in Queens Story + All Images BY Bradley Hawks
It is no secret that the most diverse borough in the country is exploding with activities, festivals, restaurants, museums, and events to pack your schedule all summer long. In this issue, we share some of our very favorite places to stop, as well as our tips on what to do and what to order when you get there.
Astoria Beer & Cheese 3414 Broadway/35-11 Ditmars Blvd. www.astoriabierandcheese.com
Swing by one of their swanky locations on Broadway or Ditmars and grab a seat at the bar to enjoy one of the eclectic varieties of brews paired with one of their lovingly edited morsels. A specialty shop like no other, it also doubles as the ideal place to grab some artisanal cheeses, pickles and crisps, and then snag a few bottles of brewskies to take with you in your cooler to the park or a backyard BBQ.
Astoria Bookshop 31-29 31st St. www.astoriabookshop.com
Lexi Beach lovingly curates one of the most wonderful shops in the neighborhood with this bookstore that doubles as a lively event space. Where else can you grab your favorite hardback, and then plop down for a round of a Drunken Vocabulary Bee? Check out the lineup of authors, workshops, and events occurring all summer long.
Astoria Park
www.nycgovparks.org/parks/astoria-park Whether it’s to take a dip at the oldest and largest pool in the city beginning June 29th, to bask in the rays on the open lawn, savor an Italian ice from a neighborhood vendor, run a lap or ten around the track, showoff some fancy footwork at the skateboard park, or simply to enjoy an outdoor movie in the summer series, this is one place you might find yourself over and over again throughout the summer. 20 I BOROMAG.COM I JUNE 2016
34-12 36th St. www.astorroom.com Originally built as the commissary to the studio opened by the legendary Adolph Zukor in 1920, the space is affectionately known as the Astor Room. The studio eventually became the home of Paramount Pictures, and over the next two decades, over 120 silent and sound films were produced here. From the Marx Brothers to Rudolph Valentino, Gloria Swanson, and W.C. Fields, Astoria was home to the great talents of an exciting new industry who all dined in the Astor Room. The cocktails are the marquis names at this historic cinema spot, so grab one and then find a seat outside with some live music.
Bareburger
33-21 31st Ave. www.bareburger.com Sure, they may have locations spanning from South Beach to Japan, but it seems like only yesterday when Bareburger started serving up its delicious, eco friendly customizable burgers, shakes, and fries right here in Astoria at 33-21 31st Avenue. The outdoor patio is like a sweet little hidden oasis, and the perfect place to enjoy one of the city’s most heralded burgers right at the heart of where it all began. Be sure to order some extra dipping sauces for the fries and wings, and check out some of the new sliders.
Bierocracy
12–23 Jackson Ave. www.bierocracy.com Bierocracy opened as LIC’s fresh take on a Central European style beer hall, featuring two hundred seats, as well as a 48 seat bar. The 4,000 square foot venue features a lovingly edited list of draft and bottled beers. One of the main draws, however, is the selection of beer-friendly foods and a bangin’ beer-centric brunch. With a selection nearly as expansive as the space, this is one spot you won’t want to miss.
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Astor Room
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Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
29-19 24th Ave. www.bohemianhall.com Often imitated but never equaled, this beer garden is the Astoria original. This outdoor space feels like grown-up summer camp, where you can savor burgers and brats from the grill, or order Czech favorites from the main kitchen like pierogi or goulash with dumplings, and then wash it all down with a pitcher of Hoegaarden. Few things whisk you away from the bustling metropolis like a good ol’ night at this landmark biergarten.
The Bonnie
29-12 23rd Ave., Astoria www.thebonnie.com One of the best patios in Astoria is decked out with reclaimed New York cobbles and custom mahogany tables. With seating that accommodates close to 100 people, the garden is an extension of The Bonnie—which has rapidly become not only the source of some of the neighborhood’s most wondrously intoxicating cocktails and delectable fare, but a hotspot of Astoria’s social scene. “The neighborhood bar is at the core of who we are,” co-owner Michael Krawiec says. “You can come in from anywhere around the world, and the bartender will introduce you to the people sitting next to you. People come to New York and don’t know anyone, but come here and find a community.”
The Brass Owl
36–19 Ditmars Blvd. www.thebrassowl.com This bountiful little boutique has blossomed into one of the must-visit spots on the boisterously busy Ditmars Boulevard. Not only are the shelves stocked with some of the most enticing selections of shoes, jewelry and whimsical fashions around, but this sweet little space is often home to rare pop-up shops. Owner Nicole Panettieri is an advocate of everything Queens, which is evident through her support of local artists and craftspeople.
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MAP IT DIRECTORY MAP IT DIRECTORY RESTAURANTS
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alobar restaurant (A,4) 347-752-6000 46-42 Vernon Blvd, LIC www.alobarnyc.com Antika Pizzeria & Restaurant (c,2) 718-545-0555 36-08 30th Ave, Astoria www.antikapizzeria .com Astor room (C,2) 718-255-1947 34-12 36th St, Astoria www.astorroom.com Bierocracy (718)361-9333 12-23 Jackson Avenue, LIC www.bierocracy.com Botana 718-361-6535 34-18 steinway street, Astoria www.thebotana.com Bread Box Cafe (A,4) 718-389-9700 4711 11th St, LIC www.breadboxcafelic.com Brick Cafe (B,2) 718-267-2735 30-95 33rd St, Astoria www.brickcafe.com
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Michael’s Cafe (B,3) (located inside Four Points Sheraton) 347-536-3633 27-05 39th Ave, LIC www.michaelscafeny.com
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Victory Garden Café 2169 Steinway St. Astoria NY 11105 718-274-2087 www.victorysweetshop.com
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Mojave Restaurant (B,1) 718-545-4100 22-36 31st Street, Astoria www.mojaveny.com
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Vinte Vinosteria 718-278-8483 31-05 34th St, Astoria www.vitevinosteria.com
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MONIKA’S CAFE BAR 718.204.5273 3290 36 Street, Astoria www.monikascafebar.com
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Nosh Borough (B,1) 25-17 Astoria Blvd, Astoria 347-746-5542 noshborough.com
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Number 5 718-361-6930 35-43 37th st, Astoria www.no5nyc.com
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OFF THE HOOK (B,1) 718-721-2112 28-08 34th Street, Astoria (one block from 30th A) www.offthehookastoria.com
Burger Garage (B,3) 718-392-0424 25-36 Jackson Ave, LIC www.theburgergarage.com
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Ornella Trattoria Italiana (B,1) 718-777-9477 29-17 23rd Ave, Astoria www.ornellatrattoria.com
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Butcher Bar (c,2) 718-606-8140 37-08 30th Ave, Astoria www.ButcherBar.com
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Ovelia (B,2) 718-721-7217 34-01 30th Ave, Astoria www.ovelia-ny.com
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Cavo (C,2) 718-721-1001 42-18 31st Ave, Astoria www.cavoastoria.com
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Crescent Grill (B,3) 718-729-4040 38-40 Crescent Street, LIC www.crescentgrill.com DiWine (C,2) 718-777-1355 41-15 31st Ave, Astoria www.diwineonline.com DUTCH KILLS CENTRAAL (B,3) 718-606-8651 38-40 29th St, Long Island City www.dutchkillscentraal.com Flo Lounge Restaurant (C,2) 718-204-6096 37-20 30th Ave, Astoria www.flocafeny.com
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Penthouse 808 (A,3) 718-289-6118 8-08 Queens Plaza South, LIC www.penthouse808rooftop.com Pita pan (c,2) 718-204-1633 37-15 30th Ave, Astoria www.pitapanny.com Queens Comfort (c,2) 718-728-2350 40-09 30th Ave, Astoria www.queenscomfort.com Queens Kickshaw (c,2) 718-777-0913 40-17 Broadway, Astoria www.thequeenskickshaw.com
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Inside Astoria (C,1) 718-956-4000 28-07 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria
william hallet (c,2) 718-269-3443 36-10 30th Ave, Astoria www.williamhallet.com
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LIC: living (A,4) 718-361-5650 535 51st Ave, LIC www.licliving.com
Winegasm Bar and Eatery (c,2) 718-932-3331 31-86 37th Rd, Astoria www.winegasmeatery.com
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Lockwood Shop (C,2) 718-626-6030 32-15 33rd St, Astoria www.lockwoodshop.com
Yajai (b,2) 718-956-9559 33-16 30th Ave, Astoria www.yajaithaifood.com
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Loveday 31 (B,2) 718-728-4057 3306 31st Ave, Astoria www.loveday31.com
BAKERIES 115
60 bean coffee & tea (C,1) 347-987-3994 36-02 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria
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Astor Bake Shop (a,2) 718-606-8439 12-23 Astoria Blvd, Astoria www.astor-bakeshop.com
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Ok café (B,1) 22-04 33rd St, Astoria 718-440-8789 www.okcafeastoria.com
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Sweetleaf (A,4) 917-832-6726 10-93 Jackson Ave, LIC www.sweetleaflic.com
FOOD SHOPS
Il Bambino (C,2) 718-626-0087 34-08 31 Ave, Astoria www.ilbambinonyc.com
Food Cellar 718-606-1888 43-18 Crescent Street, LIC www.foodcellarandco.com
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Sac’s Place Coal Oven Pizza (B,2) 718-204-5002 2541 Broadway, Astoria www.sacsplace.com
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Met Fresh and Organic Supermarket Located in the heart of Astoria on 34-14 Steinway Street
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Project Earth (B,2) 35-53 32nd St, LIC 718-204-2161
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Yogurt La Crepe (B,1) 917-832-6930 29-02 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria www.yogurtlacrepe.com
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Maizal Restaurant (B,2) 718-406-9431 32-07 34th Avenue, Astoria www.maizalrestaurant.com
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Malagueta Restaurant (B,2) 718-937-4821 25-35 36th Avenue, Astoria www.malaguetany.com
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Manducatis Rustica (A,4) 718-937-1312 46-3 Vernon Blvd, LIC www.manducatisrustica.com
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Testaccio (a,4) 718-937-2900 47-30 Vernon Blvd., LIC www.testacciony.com
MEET THE MEAT 23-92 21st Street Astoria, NY 11105 917.832.7984 www.meetthemeat.net
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Tru Astoria 35-19 Ditmars Blvd. Astoria NY 11105 646-878-6000 www.truastoria.com
MexiBBQ (c,2) 718-626-0333 37-11 30th Ave, Astoria www.mexiqny.com
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Sugar Freak (C,2) 718-726-5850 36-18 30th Ave, Astoria www.sugarfreak.com
Vesta (a,2) 718-545-5550 2102 30th Ave, Astoria www.vestavino.com
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Astoria Bier & Cheese (C,2) 718-545-5588 34-14 Broadway, Astoria
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Astoria Park Wine and Spirits (b,1) 28-07 24th Ave, Astoria www.astoriaparkwineandspirits.com
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Astoria wine and spirits (C,2) 718-545-9463 3412 Broadway, Astoria www.astoriawines.com
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Grand Wine and Liquor (B,2) 718-728-2520 30-05 31st St, Astoria www.grandwl.com LGC Wine & Liquors (B,1) 718-726-1555 43-20A Ditmars Blvd, Astoria
SHOPS 143
ASTORIA BOOKSHOP (b,2) 31-29 31st Street, Astoria 718- 278-2665 www.astoriabookshop.com
City Vet (A,4) 718-433-1334 45-44 Vernon Blvd, LIC www.cityvetnyc.com LIC Veterinary Center (A,4) 718-383-8387 48-18 Vernon Blvd, LIC www.licvets.com Steinway Court Vet (c,2) 718-728-2822 32-41R Steinway St, Astoria www.steinwaycourtvet.com
FLORISTS 160
Off Broadway Florist (B,2) 3204 31st St, Astoria 718-728-2828 www.offbroadwayflorist.com
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Floresta (A,4) 917-612-4446 51-02 Vernon Blvd, LIC 4-85 47th Rd, LIC www.florestanyc.com/blog
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NYC FARM CHIC Flowers www.nycfarmchicflowers.com
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Petals and Roots (B,2) 718-267-1700 31-27 31st St, Astoria www.petalsandroots.com
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Admiral lock and Key (C,2) 718-274-2491 37-17 Broadway, Astoria www.admirallockandkey.com
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Astoria 35 Laundry & Fine Dry Cleaning (B,2) 3505 34th St, Astoria 718-392-9692 Astoria35laundry.com
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Astoria Center of Israel 718-278-2680 27-35 Crescent Street, Astoria www.astoriacenter.org
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Astoria Cleaners (B,1) 28-19 Astoria Blvd, Astoria 718-545-0680 astoriacleaners.com
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Avenue Chemists Pharmacy 45-01 30th Ave. Astoria, NY 11103 (718) 545-1010
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Blue Bird Child Care 347-832-0103 25-58 48th St, Astoria www.bluebirdchildcareastoria.com
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WINES & SPIRITS
Skinny’s (a,4) 718-806-1068 47-05 Center Blvd, LIC Snowdonia Pub (B,2) 34-55 32nd St, Astoria 347-730-5783 www.snowdoniapub.com
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LAS MARGARITAS Restaurant Lounge (C,2) 38-01 Broadway, Astoria 718-777-1707 www.lasmargaritasny.com
Château le Woof 30-02 14th Street Astoria NY 11102 718-626- woof www.chateaulewoof.com
IL Fornaio Bakery (B,2) 29-14 30th Ave, Astoria 718-267-0052
S Prime Steak House (c,2) 718-707-0660 35-16 36th St, Astoria www.sprimenyc.com
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Sofia’s Consignment Shop (B,2) 718-775-8455 32-02 34th Ave, Astoria www.sofiasconsignment.com
Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company 718-777-1121 35-09 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria (C,1) 36-14 30th Ave, Astoria (C,2) 35-05 Broadway, Astoria (C,2) www.bkbagel.com
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Sage General Store (b,4) 718-361-0707 24-20 Jackson Ave, LIC www.sagegeneralstore.com Shi (a,4) 347-242-2450 4720 Center Blvd, LIC www.eatdrinkshi.com
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Rèst-âü-Ránt (B,2) 718-729-9009 30-01 35th Ave, Astoria www.rarbarlic.com
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Belief (B,1) 718-721-4444 29-20b 23rd Ave, Astoria www.beliefnyc.com
WARIQUE 47-17 30th Avenue, Astoria 718-726-5555
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babyNOIR (B,1) 646-470-4728, 26-16 23rd Ave, Astoria www.babynoir.net
The Brass Owl (C,1) 347-848-0905 36-19 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria www.thebrassowl.com
Hibino LIC (A,4) 10-70 Jackson Ave, LIC 718-392-5190 www.hibino-lic.com
Linn (B,2) 718-204-0060 2913 Broadway, Astoria www.linnrestaurant.com
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Food Cellar (A,4) 718-606-9786 4-85 47th Rd, LIC www.foodcellarandco.com
leng thai (b,2) 718-956-7117 33-09 Broadway, Astoria www.lengthainewyork.com
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RETRO PIZZA CAFE 41-02 Broadway, Astoria 347-612-4460 Fax: 347-813-4039
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Via Vai (B1) 31-09 23rd Ave, Astoria 347-612-4334 viavai-ny.com
Mezze Place (B,2) 718-777-2829 31-18 Broadway, Astoria www.mezzeplace.com
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Bookkeeping & Payroll Services Sparklelink 3537 36th St., Astoria, NY 11106 (718) 812-9616 Crescent Apothecary (B,1) 718-777-1110 25-01 Ditmars Blvd., Astoria www.crescentapothecary.com
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Dr. Panagiotis Pagonis, M.D. (b,2) 718-278-0300 30-16 30th Ave, Astoria www.drpagonismd.com e.c.g. debt settlement (B,1) 718-932-9300 29-15 Astoria Blvd, Astoria
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energea (C,2) 929-296-9314 34-13 38th Street, LIC EnergeaNYC.com
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Gotham lasik 718-440-3131 30-80 21st street, Astoria www.gothamlasik.com
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Hero computer repair nyc 347-670-4376 Apple/Mac Computer Repair Specialist hero@iamhero.net | www.iamhero.net
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The Learning Station Montessori Inc. (c,2) 347-523-0906 31-32 47th Street, Astoria www.thelearningstationmontessorischool.com
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RedkEn SALOON Salon (c,2) 718-956-3366 36-17 30th Ave, Astoria www.redkensalon.com
MPN Law Firm (C,2) 718-777-0400 3403 Broadway, Ste. 200, Astoria www.mpnfirm.com MY DOG NEEDS A WALK 23-12 29th St. Astoria NY 11105 347-323-4549 www.mydogneedsawalk.com QNS COLLECTIVE (c,3) 718-280-5122 36-27 36th Street, 2 floor, Astoria www.qnscollective.com
Suffolk County National Bank 718.482.6600 31-00 47th Ave., Suite 4110 Long Island City Tuck-It-Away Storage (B, 3) 718-519-8282 37-19 Crescent Street, Astoria www.tuckitaway.com
Voice Music Studio (A,1) 23-11 21st Street Astoria, NY 11105 646-309-3429
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Studio Nova 718-392-4962 37-01 36th ave, Astoria www.studionovanyc.com
BRIDAL BOUTIQUE 185
The Cotton Bride (B,3) 718-729-9878 F: 718-729-9740 39-13 23rd Street, LIC www.thecottonbride.com
FITNESS 58
Anthea Yoga & Healing Arts center (c,2) 718-606-0049 34-01 45th Street, Astoria www.antheacenter.com
TATTOO SHOPS Body Language Tattoo 347-808-0497 32-02 34th Ave, Astoria www.bltnyc.com
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Rejuvenate face and body (B,1) 718-626-4434 26-17 23rd Ave, Astoria www.Rejuvenatenyc.com Shade Organic Spa and Salon 36-05 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria 718-278-7892
Noguchi Museum (A,2) 718-204-7088 9-01 33rd Rd, Astoria www.noguchi.org
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RoGallery.com (C,3) 800-888-1063 or 718-937-0901 47-15 36th St, LIC - by appointment www.rogallery.com
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SCULPTURECENTER (B,3) 718-361-1750 44-19 Purves St, LIC www.sculpure-center.org
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Brick Bar (B,2) 718-267-2735 30-95 33rd St, Astoria www.brickcafe.com
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The Brewery Bar & Kitchen 718-777-8007 49-18 30th ave, Astoria www.thebrewery.nyc
Socrates Sculpture Park (A,2) 718-626-1533 32-01 Vernon Blvd, Astoria www.socratessculpturepark.org
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Domaine Wine Bar (A,4) 718-784-2350 50-04 Vernon Blvd, LIC www.domainewinebar.com
Ten10 Studios (A,4) 917-449-9539 10-10 47th Rd, LIC www.ten10studios.com
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Dominies of Astoria (C,2) 718-706-6531 34-07 30th Ave, Astoria www.dominiesnyc.com
the art house (c,2) 516-724-1562 31-06 35th St, Astoria www.gabrieleperici.com
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SCULPTURE SPACE NYC (c,3) 47-21 35th Street, LIC 718-806-1709 www.sculpturespacenyc.com
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The Secret Theatre (B,3) 718-392-0722 44-02 23rd St, LIC www.secrettheatre.com
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Beaudoin Realty Group (A,4) 718-505-9220 21-52 44th Drive, LIC www.beaudoinrealtor.com
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Studio Sq. Beer Garden (C,3) 718-383-1001 35-33 36th St, Astoria www.studiosquarenyc.com
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CROSSFIT Dynamix Gym (C,1) 718-606-0381 36-05 20th Ave, Astoria www.dynamixgym.com
Sweet Afton (C,2) 718-777-2570 30-09 34th St, Astoria www.sweetaftonbar.com
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Tantra Lounge (b,2) 718-937-4574 35-50 31st St, Astoria www.tantraloungenyc.com
The Yoga Room 718-274-0255 38-01 35th Ave, Astoria (C,2) 718-786-7962 10-14 47th Rd, LIC (A,4) www.the-yoga-room.com
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Museum of the Moving Image (c,2) 718-784-0077 36-01 35th Ave, Astoria www.movingimage.us
Break (B,2) 718-777-5400 3204 Broadway, Astoria www.break-ny.com
Crank Cycling Studio (a,4) 718-606-6309 4630 Center Blvd, LIC www.cranknyc.com
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Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden (B,1) 718-274-4925 2919 24th Ave, Astoria www.bohemianhall.com
Club Fitness (b,2) 718-545-0004 31-11 Broadway, Astoria www.clubfitnessny.com
Sage Studios 347-927-2439 29-20 23rd Ave, 4th Floor, Astoria www.sagefit.com/astoria-home
Moma PS 1 22-25 Jackson Ave, Long Island City 718) 784-2084 www.momaps1.org
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Q.E.D. 27-16 23rd Ave. New York, NY 11105 (347) 451-3873 www.Qedastoria.com
Passage Irish bar and kitchen 917-832-6680 40-11 30th avenue, Astoria www.passageastoria.com
Personalized Pilates (A,4) 347-563-3933 10-13 47th Avenue, 2nd floor LIC
LIC School of Ballet (B,3) 718-781-1169 44-02 23rd St, Studio 216, LIC www.licsb.com
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QUEENS COUNCIL ON THE ARTS (C,2) 347-505-3010 37-11 35th Ave, Astoria www.queenscouncilarts.org
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The Rock Health & Fitness Club (B,1) 718-204-1400 22-15 31st St. Astoria, www.therockhealthandfitness.com
Laguardia Performing Arts Center (C,3) 718-482-5151 31-10 Thomson Ave, LIC www.laguardiaperformingarts.org
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Baroque (C,1) 718-274-2777 19-44 Steinway Street, Astoria www.baroquenyc.com
CKO Kickboxing (C, 1) 347-669-0494 40-06 Astoria Blvd, Astoria www.ckoastoria.com
PNT Fitness (A,4) 347-396-5809 10-68 Jackson Ave, LIC www.pntfitness.com
Z NYC Hotel (a,3) 212-319-7000 11-01 43rd Ave, LIC www.zhotelny.com
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Mosaic Craft Beer & Wine Bar (B,1) 718-728-0708 25-19 24th Ave, Astoria www.mosaicastoria.com
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Renaissance Event Hall (A,1) 718-274-4590 27-34 21st St, Astoria www.renaissanceeventhall.com
Ravel (a,3) 718-289-6101 8-08 Queens Plaza South, LIC www.ravelhotel.com
SPAS HAPPY DaY NAIL SPA (B,2) 718-728-8886 31-35 31st St, Astoria
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NEXUS NYC (C,3) 718-204-2091 36-58 37th St, LIC www.nexusnyc.com
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Yoga Agora (B,2) 718-626-0680 33-02 Broadway, 2nd Fl, Astoria www.YogaAgora.com
Astoria Complex (c,2) 34-38 38th St, LIC 718-729-7163 www.ascsports1.com
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Four Points Sheraton (B,3) 718-786-8500 27-05 39th Ave, LIC, NY 11101 www.fourpoints.com
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Katch Brewery & Grill (B,2) 718-777-2230 3119 Newtown Ave, Astoria, NY www.katchastoria.com
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Montessori Kids of LIC (B,3) 347-746-5542 5 Court Square, LIC mklic.com
Vespa Queens (b,3) 718-786-7772 37-43 Crescent Street, LIC www.vespaqueens.com
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Mathnasium (c,1) 718-726-6284 43-32 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria www.mathnasium.com/astoria
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douglas elliman (A,4) 917-386-6164 47-37 Vernon Blvd www.elliman.com
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Wells Fargo Home Mortgage (c,2) 718-310-4303 3501 30th Ave, Astoria www.wfhm.com
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Gotham Lasik 30-80 21st St, Astoria, NY 11102 (718) 440-3131 http://www.gothamlasik.com/
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Mount Sinai Queens (B,2) 24 Emergency Care Primary Care & Specialty Physician 718-932-1000 25-10 30th Ave, LIC
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The Beast Next Door Café & Bar 718-482-7507 42-51 27th ave, LIC www.thebeastnextdoorcafebar.com
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Butcher Bar
37-10 30th Ave. www.butcherbar.com Butcher Bar feels a lot like a true nod to a butcher shop, with cleavers dangling from above the bar and a glass showcase featuring cuts of meat beneath a giant roll of brown butcher paper. A large high-top table was forged from the reclaimed wood from a water tower in Brooklyn. And they still find no shame in paying homage to pit masters and restaurateurs who paved the way. 24-karat gold lettering on the windows salute the Meatball Shop. A collage of old periodicals arranged to spell out “Eat Real Food” pays tribute to the Meat Hook in Brooklyn. But while there are obvious hat tips to the greats who have come before, Chef Orlando Sanchez is no rookie at the rodeo. His meat candy is some of the most incredible around.
Break Billiards 3204b Broadway, Astoria www.break-ny.com
The expansive billiards hall, restaurant, game room and lounge has been entertaining the neighborhood from one story above street level for over a decade. Brick maintains a 55-foot-long bar, 10 HD television displays, and 7,000 square feet of exposed brick beneath 12-foot ceilings—all of which form an adult playground of 14 billiards tables, two ping-pong tables, darts, air hockey, hoops and foosball. With a full food menu and bar, Break is an ideal gathering place for large groups. For large group info, contact info@break-ny.com.
Brooklyn Bagel
36-14 30th Ave./35-05 Broadway 35-09 Ditmars Blvd. www.bkbagel.com Don’t get it twisted. Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company isn’t even from Brooklyn. Instead, the moniker of this Astoria-born bagel company is a shout-out to the old-fashioned style of hand-rolling and water-boiling dough to give each bagel that extra special snap. It’s a difference you can taste, and it’s just a tiny part of what makes these bagels some of the very best in the city.
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38-40 Crescent St. www.CrescentGrill.com No longer merely a grill, the restaurant is now known as Crescent Farm to Table, honoring the philosophies on which the menu was developed. Under the direction of executive chef Kenneth Corrow, this farm-to-table restaurant has adopted a menu that features slightly more sophisticated recipes, while maintaining familiarity and accessibility. Sweetbreads and foie gras pave the way for bone-in pork chops and uni fettucine.
DiWine
41-15 31st Ave. www.diwineonline.com From drape-partitioned booths and pillowharnessed banquettes to a wine bottle guillotine, DiWine is always a sexy destination. Pair morsels from the brick oven like a lobster pizza with sherry cream and asparagus with a selection of wines all marked at the same price point. With live music at an even livelier brunch, this place is one of Astoria’s best-kept secrets.
East River Ferry www.eastriverferry.com
Did you know you can take a ferry from Long Island City all the way to Governor’s Island, with stops along the way in Williamsburg, Dumbo and the financial district? The East River Ferry is one of the most affordable and relaxing ways to travel between boroughs. Start off at the LIC Flea and then just a half an hour later, explore the sculpture park at Governor’s Island. The weekend trip will only cost you $6.
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Forest Hills Stadium www.newyorkpops.org www.foresthillsstadium.com
On July 7, 2016, The New York Pops will return to its new summer home, Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, for a program starring Tony nominees Megan Hilty and Matthew Morrison. After a wildly successful outing at the open-air venue in summer 2015, The New York Pops is proud to return to Queens with a full orchestra. The concert will also continue the expanded version of the orchestra’s Kids in the Balcony program, offering 1,000 children an opportunity to attend and learn about live music for free.
Fatty’s Café
45-17 28th Ave. www.fattysastoria.com A simple blue box lights up above Fatty's Cafe, a restaurant with a storefront that indicates not even a hint of the oasis waiting beyond the front doors. Inside, you are likely to find an eclectic myriad of Astorians most likely chatting casually over a mojito with Suzanne or Fernando, the couple who own and run this off-the-beaten-path gem. Absolute must-try dishes are the empanadas, the decadent contraband chicken and the tres leches. Oh, and don’t forget one of their exceptional mojitos.
Flushing, Queens Take the 7 train to the end of the line at Main Street in Flushing for one of the most vibrant concentrations of Asian culture in this hemisphere. Be instantly whisked onto the streets of Hong Kong, like being sucked into some enormously strong Pacific rip current. Observe an entire block of butchers with whole ducks glistening in the windows, followed by noodle shops, bakeries, grocery stores and markets. Go with just a few bucks and an open mind, and you won’t be disappointed.
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Kripalu yoga is a gentle form of Hatha yoga, combining meditation, physical healing, selfawareness and reflection. Classes are comprised of breathing exercises, stretches, a series of individual poses and an ending relaxation. Located on the grassy knoll under the trees and adjacent to the waterfront, free classes run through Sept. 25. Classes are taught by popular Kripalu instructors Monique Schubert and Yojaida Estrella and are complimentary to the public. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or towel. Weather permitting, Saturday Yoga Sessions run from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. to noon. Sunday Yoga Sessions run from 10 to 11 a.m.
Grand Café
37-01 30th Ave. www.grandcafelounge.com Nothing says Astoria quite the same as sitting on a Greek sidewalk café and sipping a frothy frappé. Grand serves breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, so even if Sunday evening’s festivities cause a late start for breakfast, this place is just your speed. Service is quite relaxed, but if you’re not in a hurry, a seat on the patio is an ideal way to spend the afternoon. Check out their delicious new juices, created next door at Ginger.
Hibino
10-70 Jackson Ave., LIC www.Hibino-LIC.com The Bento Box would have been an exceptional meal all by itself, but we think it is merely the draw to get you hooked. With food this fresh, clean and delicious at such an accessible price point (two sushi rolls with soup and salad are also $10), this is the kind of Japanese restaurant we’d like to visit a lot more often. Check the website for daily specials—and then order them.
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Homemade Taqueria 45-09 34th Ave. www.homemadetaqueria.com
The brightly colored storefront and interior are reminiscent of a West Coast burrito joint, but the menu is as authentic as it gets. Whether ordering tacos, a homemade spinach-cheese empanada, or huevos rancheros, take advantage of the complimentary “fixins bar” at the counter, where you can add your own pico de gallo, cilantro, radishes, salsas, and even refried beans and cactus.
Il Bambino
34-08 31st Ave. www.ilbambinonyc.com The back dining patio is perfect for outdoor brunch. Brunch panini are offered Friday through Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., featuring cleverly named panini such as the Cheese Us Christo, Sir Oink-a-lot, Lard Have Mercy and Weekend at Bearnaise. Whether you enjoy an outdoor brunch, a quick crostini and Limonata, or an evening cheese flight and glass of wine, the bottom line is this—treat yourself. Il Bambino is deliciously wonderful, unpretentious and affordable.
Kayaking
46-01 Fifth St. www.licboathouse.org There is no better way to view the city than from the water … and for free. Weekday Paddles provide beautiful views of Roosevelt Island, Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn. Paddlers will also be able to experience one of the most sensational sunsets in New York. Weekend Paddles open new visions of the harbor to paddlers. The Boathouse hosts “walkup” kayak rides in the protection of Hallets Cove, at the northern end of Socrates Sculpture Park. Children are welcome if accompanied by a parent. Free walkup paddles are available in Anable Basin near the LIC Flea on weekends. If you have your own boat, kayak or paddle board, you can even enter the river at Hallet’s Cove. 36 I BOROMAG.COM I JUNE 2016
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Leng Thai
33-09 Broadway lengthainewyork.eat24hour.com Astoria’s tasty little Thai hideout is serving up some serious surprises that will satiate your senses. Yes, it’s technically a Thai joint, but one that benefits from some Vietnamese influences. Grab a seat in the backyard garden, and the order the pun sai moo—delightfully juicy and tender grilled medallions of pork dripping with sweet and spicy hoisin sauce on delicate steamed Asian buns, served with fresh slaw on this lick-your-finger sloppy delicious slider. Be sure to end with the sweet sticky rice with coconut cream and mixed berries.
LIC Flea
5-25 46th Ave. www.licflea.com The stunning outdoor lot nestled on the LIC waterfront at the corner of Fifth Street and 46th Avenue has hosted artists, chefs, actors, athletes, painters, politicians, celebrities, TV shows, games, festivals, and an unmentionable host of activities and vendors that celebrate the very best this borough has to offer. No summer would be complete without several visits to the outdoor waterfront market.
LIC Market
21-52 44th Dr. www.licmarket.com For those hearts seeking a market-driven, seasonal, locally sourced meal in a charmingly provincial dining room that unfolds just beyond a quaint mini country store, there is no need to search further than LIC Market, whose menu evolves daily, featuring everything from shredded brisket to spaghetti with rabbit ragout and dandelion greens—with truffles frequently headlining in various forms.
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www.lockwoodshop.com
The little store that could was born from a labor of love known as Site Astoria, once located in the space now occupied by Mighty Balls. But when the baby grew up, wow, did she hit a rapid growth spurt! The original Lockwood just off of Broadway on 33rd Street quickly expanded a few doors down into Lockwood Style, then reached out into Jackson Heights, and on April 10, it opened a gift store in the Queens Museum. There’s absolutely no reason not to visit (frequent, more likely) at least one location.
Maizal
32-07 34th Ave. maizalrestaurant.com Witness the same teamwork that brought Maizal huge success in Staten Island and encouraged them to open a second location in Astoria. It is the kind of family tradition we can support with all our heart—and then enjoy a frozen margarita, some stuffed sweet plantains and a bowl of guacamole made tableside—all before savoring that beautiful mole.
Manducatis Rustica
46-35 Vernon Blvd. www.manducatisrustica.com
Gianna Cerbone is always “Mamma Gianna” in the way she deliciously delivers wit, wisdom and some of the best gelato in the city—unconventional flavors evoke “the last sip of a glass of chocolate milk” or a “citrus-kissed sea breeze.” Grab a passport to authentic Italian-American family dining via Cerbone’s pasta and pizza specials, which include monolithic meatballs in a sweet tomato sauce, all served in a dining room that looks just like Nonna’s.
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MexiBBQ
37-11 30th Ave., Astoria www.mexibbq.com Exposed brick walls, a mix of candlelight and the warm amber glow from the filaments of enormous cartoon-sized light bulbs on the ceiling, and a flawlessly Ăźber-attractive staff styled in denim and plaid, like tequila-wielding Gap models, make MexiBBQ feel like a hip, sexy, urban cowboy saloon. Outstanding food and innovative cocktails with exceptional service in a vibrant atmosphere is what you can expect at MexiBBQ. It's a crazy-explosive-comfort-delicious blend of the American deep South and Mexico that really just feels a whole lot like home.
Museum of the Moving Image 36-01 35th Ave. www.movingimage.us
The Museum of the Moving Image offers free admission on Fridays from 4 to 8 p.m. It is the country's only museum dedicated to the art, history, technique and technology of the moving image in all its forms. Be sure to check out their special exhibit on video games, where you can revisit childhood favorites like the original Pac-Man and Donkey Kong Jr.
Noguchi Museum
9-01 33rd Rd. www.noguchi.org
One of America’s most acclaimed artists, Noguchi represented a blend of Eastern and Western philosophies. The recently renovated sculpture garden and open-air entrance gallery are some of the most stunning parts of the two-story museum, featuring 10 galleries that occupy nearly 27,000 square feet of a renovated industrial building in Long Island City near Socrates Sculpture Park. It was the first museum in America to be founded by a living artist to show his own work.
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25-17 Astoria Blvd. www.NoshBorough.com This brisket is smoked for 12 to 13 hours, and they brine their chicken for two days in a special sugar and salt solution. Burgers are a house blend of brisket, ground chuck and sirloin—and they knock ‘em out of the park. For a real treat, try the fries with sausage gravy, or one of their insanely delicious wafcos—like a taco made with a paper-thin waffle.
Off the Hook
28-08 34th St. www.offthehookastoria.com Off the Hook rests modestly tucked around the corner of 28th Avenue and 34th Street in Astoria—a sea shanty oasis from the clatter and chatter of the sidewalk cafes of Grand Avenue just down the street. It’s not the sort of place upon which one might accidentally stumble—it might require a treasure map of sorts. But once you’ve unearthed the location, the seafood is exceptional, and the beverages flow abundantly. Their backyard garden is one of the sweetest outdoor spots around.
Ornella Trattoria 29-17 23rd Ave. www.ornellatrattoria.com
If you have ever claimed to love Italian food, then you would be negligent not to add Ornella Trattoria to your bucket list of must-try restaurants. And if you spot owner Giuseppe Viterale, ask him to tell you about the specialty handmade pastas himself. The history, blended with his passion and culinary expertise, delivered with his genuine sincerity is all the appetizer you could ever need. But I would start with the orange-glazed duck meatballs, and then order an imbustata—a hand-wrapped pasta envelope stuffed with meats, mushrooms and cheeses. JUNE 2016 | BOROMAG.COM | 45
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Ovelia
34-01 30th Ave. ovelia-ny.com Tradition effortlessly juxtaposes with the contemporary in both culinary approach and ambiance at Ovelia Psistaria. Outside, the café appears no glaringly different from the handful of others nearby. Patrons sip frappes along Astoria’s Grand Avenue while noshing on such classics as a decadently creamy version of an onion-studded, garlicky hummus with tender pita points, arguably some of the finest in this Greco-centric neighborhood. Inside, reality slowly breaks, giving way to creativity and invention. Start with the sesame-crusted feta and end with an ice cream sundae made with saffron and mastica.
Pachanga Patterson 33-17 31st Ave. www.pachangapatterson.com
The dishes are fresh, light, bright and simply transcendent. On shelves overhead, beautiful handcarved and painted wooden figurines of what look like fantastical insects seem to clap in approval. In the back garden, guests sip on margaritas and dip fresh fried tortillas into a myriad of salsas and dips, before exploring the astonishing menu created by Chef Peyton Powell. This is true, genuine Mexican at its very best.
Petals & Roots
31-27 31st St. www.petalsandrootsny.com Tiny peach puffs look like pieces of live coral, and small bits of bark are scattered among some of the coolest plants I’ve ever seen. Lavender air plants, spikes of little white striped plants, moss, and tiny succulents fill the terrarium. “You see how the moisture is gathered in the bottom of the terrarium?” asks coowner Alex Avdoulos. “Well, just take a small spray bottle, and mist the whole thing once a week. As long as the moisture looks like this, it will be fine.” This place is growing simply the most breathtaking arrangements around with the finest service available. 46 I BOROMAG.COM I JUNE 2016
35-03 Broadway www.portalianyc.com “I am very hands-on,” explains owner Antonio Trindade, who can often be seen bussing tables. He also hand selects his ingredients from the market, “which are never frozen,” he explains twice for emphasis. He even grows his own herbs in the front window running along the patio. “I guess I would say my style of cooking is Northern Italian,” he continues, “with lots of marinating in wine, garlic, rosemary and mint.”
QED Collective 27-16 23rd Ave. QEDAstoria.com
In a nutshell, QED aims to provide a fun, creative, casual space to laugh and learn by opening their stage to performers of various levels of experience and hosting classes and workshops that are affordable and accessible to all types of folks. It’s a café, rehearsal and co-working space by day, and an engaging after-work hangout for workshops and performances in the evening.
Queens Beer Book
brokelyn.myshopify.com/ products/queens-beer-book The Queens Beer Book is a bar guide and beer passport that brings craft beer fans to more than 30 of the best beer purveyors in Queens. The book, curated by Cat Wolinski, freelance journalist and beer writer based in Brooklyn with family ties in Queens, is intended to introduce New York City locals to businesses in their area and support the burgeoning beer scene in Queens. The Queens Beer Book is on sale at QNS.com, Brokelyn.com and the LIC Flea. JUNE 2016 | BOROMAG.COM | 47
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Gary Kesner
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Snarkitecture
Silvercup Studios
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Carrie White
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Jeffrey Nelson
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NYC Economic Development Corporation
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Museum of the Moving Image
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Queens Comfort 40-09 30th Ave. queenscomfort.com
Kitschy comfort food joints with country tchotchkes, mason jar tea mugs, over-greased chicken thighs and lackluster mac ‘n’ cheese are a dime a dozen. But at Queens Comfort, settled on 30th Avenue between Astoria’s retail thoroughfare and “hookah alley” on Steinway, comfort isn’t merely a theme. It’s a way of life, executed to perfection. Just ask any guests crowded on the sidewalk waiting for brunch on the weekends.
Queens County Farm Museum 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy. www.queensfarm.org
At the Queens County Farm Museum, guests can indulge in everything from hayrides to a petting zoo, an enormous maze carved out of a field of maize, or even a farmer’s market located on an actual farm. But it’s a great place to visit year-round, open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Queens Kickshaw
40-17 Broadway www.thequeenskickshaw.com
According to Merriam-Webster, a kickshaw is “a fancy dish; delicacy; trinket; gewgaw.” While the name The Queens Kickshaw undeniably denotes its location, it also implies a collection of exquisite and rare morsels fit for royalty, which this café-restaurant certainly is. With one of the most carefully edited food and beverage menus in Astoria, a visit to The Queens Kickshaw is an expedition into unique, fantastic tastes in both food and drink, all in a rustic and warm epicurean gallery. 50 I BOROMAG.COM I JUNE 2016
30-01 35th Ave. www.rarbarlic.com
“The biggest thing is all of our sharable plates,” says chef-owner Tina Stipanovic. “It keeps it casual, and allows people to taste little bites of everything. For me, it’s a more enjoyable way to eat.” The menu reflects that philosophy through cheese and charcuterie plates, and even a selection of several fondues. “We like to dip everything in cheese,” Stipanovic says.
Rizzo’s
30-13 Steinway St. rizzosfinepizza.com A true family business offering some of the most highly demanded pies around since 1959, Rizzo’s Fine Pizza has been serving their famous square slices (the sauce is out of this world) for over half a century! Delivery is excellent, but for the real experience, savor a slice in one of the booths and wash it back with an RC Cola.
Sac’s Place
2541 Broadway www.sacsplace.com In the beginning, Sac’s Place was simply a pizzeria. “We expanded because I also wanted a restaurant where we could be more creative. I still make my own wine at home—and we wanted to be able to carry on more of our traditions.” Downstairs, they make all of their own pastas and stuffed ravioli based on the original recipes from his mother, Maddalena Sacramone.
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Sanfords
30-13 Broadway www.sanfordsnyc.com Originally a 24-hour coffee shop, this Sanfords still serves the most diverse menu in Astoria around, but under the Karalekas brothers (one’s a sommelier), you can now get yellowfin tartare and Opus One—as well as one of the broadest selections of whiskey and scotch around. The brunch is one of the busiest in the area, but any meal here is a great one.
The Standing Room 4738 Vernon Blvd. www.standingroomlic.com
Long Island City has gradually been gaining clout as a hub of clever, nuanced and delicious cocktails in the New York City drinkscape. But The Standing Room, a local comedy spot somewhat hidden smackdab in the middle of the busiest section of Vernon Boulevard, is rapidly becoming a lounge that wondrously stands out from the crowd. Blink, and you might walk past it. But once you find your way in, it is an experience you will not soon forget. Try a craft cocktail served in a lightbulb or a bird’s nest.
Sugar Freak
36-18 30th Ave. www.sugarfreaknyc.com “What I have always loved about this place is that every type of person walks in the door,” says Michele Addeo, the owner of Sugar Freak. “I just love that, and that’s the spirit of New Orleans. Many types of people getting along and having fun together—old, young, gay, straight, black, white, purple, pink, it doesn’t matter. Everyone eats here together and has fun together.”
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35-01 36th St. www.tacubanyc.com Chef Julian Medina and the partners behind Coppelia, Yerba Buena and Toloache ventured out of Manhattan—and their first cantina off the main island landed in Astoria. The food is no less of a party than the bebidas, and you simply have to start with a choice of two empanadas for $7. These fritters are out of this world, and the chopped steak picadillo empanada features a hard-boiled egg encased in a buttery pastry filled with savory beef and a piquant gravy.
The Thirsty Koala 35-12 Ditmars Blvd. www.thethirstykoala.com
Most of Astoria knows The Thirsty Koala as a sunny restaurant serving authentic Australian dishes to delectable effect. Owners Christine Chellos, Alexandros Styponias and Katherine Fuchs were just three close friends with a dream. One worked in finance, another as a bar manager and the third as a fire chief—but they saw in one another the skills required to run a successful business. Try a sausage roll for a starter, then go far a jaffle or wattleseed-crusted lamb lollies.
Vesta
21-02 30th Ave. www.vestavino.com Vesta Vino & Trattoria is warm and inviting, instantly evoking a feeling of home. The orange awning crowns the corner of 30th Avenue and 21st Street like a beacon for contemporary Italian cooking and the creative manipulation of locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Vesta is known for its collaboration with the Brooklyn Grange, Astoria’s rooftop urban garden.
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