Sweet Afton

30-09 34th St, (718) 777-2570, sweetaftonbar.com

Dark and inviting, this is a great spot to nurse a beer or a cocktail on a cold winter’s night and enjoy some live music on a Monday. Or come by on a Friday or Saturday night to see half of Astoria pass through on their way to the next bar of the night.

Front Toward Enemy

40-11 30th Ave, (718) 545-2269, fronttowardenemynyc.com

This has been described as a “decadent dungeon,” and it fulfills that homage in the best way possible. Sit at one of the round tables and drink to your victories or sorrows in style.

Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden

29-19 24th Ave, (718) 274-4925, bohemianhall.com

Classic Astoria establishment. If you want to spend the day relaxing with a group of friends drinking Czech beer out of enormous steins, this is the place for you.

Irish Rover

37-18 28th Ave, (718) 278-9372, irishrovernyc.com

Survey says: “Hands down best bartenders with the best buy-back rate.”

Bourbon & Vine

36-05 30th Ave, (877) 452-2830, bourbonandvine.com

Homey but not divey, sleek but not pretentious. Bourbon & Vine is one of the newer bars to grace 30th Ave, but the comfortable vibe and friendly service makes it feel like the local that’s been around forever. We especially enjoyed watching the bartender patiently shake up a “New York Sour” to all its frothy glory!

Front Toward Enemy

40-11 30th Ave, (718) 545-2269, fronttowardenemynyc.com

Very well executed cocktails from bartenders who care about the ingredients as well as the process of making the drinks.

Mar’s

34-21 34th Ave, (718) 685-2480, lifeatmars.com

If you want an old school Old Fashioned from a bartender in suspenders, this is your place. The cocktail list isn’t huge but a lot of thought is clearly put into their menu.

Bourbon & Vine

36-05 30th Ave, (877) 452-2830, bourbonandvine.com

The standards remind you of a pre-prohibition era and specials change frequently – always highlighting high quality alcoholic libations.

Dutch Kills Bar

27-24 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, (718) 383-2724, dutchkillsbar.com

One of the first and still best cocktail bars in Western Queens, the mixologists here will make you a crafted cocktail from their well curated menu or make a drink of your choosing. They also place a lot of attention on the quality and size of their ice.

Astoria Bier & Cheese

34-14 Broadway, (718) 545-5588, and 35-11 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 255-6982, astoriabierandcheese.com

A wonderful place to pick out a couple of unique craft beers and smelly cheeses to bring home and eat, or sit and enjoy a flight with a sandwich or cheese plate.

Sunswick 35/35

35-02 35th St, (718) 752-0620, sunswick3535bar.com

Great neighborhood bar with nice craft beer list to boot. Come here to get a drink or two of something good before/after heading to your movie or museum outing nearby.

The Queens Kickshaw

40-17 Broadway, (718) 777-0913, thequeenskickshaw.com

A small but unique list of beers on draft complemented by an amazing bottle list. Try any of their ciders, one of the local craft beers they’ve chosen to carry this week, or a flight of four beers.

Break Bar & Billiards

32-04 Broadway, (718) 777-5400, break-ny.com

If you’re looking to drink, play billiards and ping pong all in the same night, Break is your spot. They also have darts, air hockey, and vintage arcade games like foosball and hoops.

Survey says: “Tip: Break has free pool before 8!”

Singlecut Beersmiths

19-33 37th St, (718) 606-0788, singlecutbeer.com

’93After taking the tour of this brewery, be sure to stick around to enjoy a beer and play a board game!’94

Break Bar & Billiards

32-04 Broadway, (718) 777-5400, break-ny.com

Break boasts having 10 high-def televisions with state of the art audio and video capabilities.

Sweet Spot

22-72 31st St, (718) 777-7475, sweetspotastoria.com

43 HD-TVs ranging from 80″ in the main dining room to to 27″ screens in the restrooms means you won’t miss a minute of the game!

Twist & Smash’d

34-02 Steinway St, (718) 806-1542, twistandsmashdsports.com

They have a calendar on their website to let you know what game will be playing. However, if you stumble in and it’s not your team, try your hand on the bocce court!

Front Toward Enemy

40-11 30th Ave, (718) 545-2269, fronttowardenemynyc.com

Mr. Brain Box is an interactive trivia night at 8pm on Tuesdays.

Broadway Station

30-09 Broadway, (718) 545-5869

On Wednesdays at 8pm you can bring a team of up to 6 players to get schooled in trivia. Play for gift certificates & bar tabs. Prizes change weekly.

Sunswick 35/35

35-02 35th St, (718) 752-0620, sunswick3535bar.com

Friendly local bar which hosts an extremely popular weekly trivia night on Wednesdays at 8pm. Bring your own group for a fun night and prizes for top place groups.

DiWine

41-15 31st Ave, (718) 777-1355, diwineonline.com

Looking for a quiet place for a first date? This wine bar is simply romantic!

Mosaic Cafe & Lounge

25-19 24th Ave, (718) 728-0708, mosaicastoria.com

Cozy couches and a great wine selection make for a great date night or evening out with friends.

Winegasm Bar & Eatery

31-86 37th St, (718) 932-3331, winegasmeatery.com

Their focus is natural, organic, bio-dynamic, sustainable and local wines, and they are known for their fondue.

Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden

29-19 24th Ave, (718) 274-4925, bohemianhall.com

Survey says: “The original and still the best.”

The Strand Smokehouse

25-27 Broadway, (718) 440-3231, thestrandsmokehouse.com

Huge space, great beer, affordable cocktails, and tasty BBQ. What more does one need in life? Bring a few friends and stay awhile.

Survey says: “Does the Strand count as a beer garden? If so, they’re my #1.”

Studio Square NYC

35-37 36th St, (718) 383-1001, studiosquarenyc.com

Two indoor areas, and one huge outdoor courtyard make this spot a popular destination any time of the year. When the weather is warm, televised sports events are projected onto a huge screen outside.

Omonia Cafe

32-20 Broadway, (718) 274-6650, omoniacafe.com

Some locals say their baklava is to die for. If you have a sweet tooth, there’s something on the menu for you.

60 Beans Coffee and Tea

36-02 Ditmars Blvd, (347) 967-3994

Survey says: “Good coffee, great atmosphere, and they even serve beer!”

Grand Cafe

37-01 30th Ave, (718) 777-7321, grandcafelounge.com

This is an easy place to meet up with friends or a date since it is close to the 30th Ave subway station.

The Queens Kickshaw

40-17 Broadway, (718) 777-0913, thequeenskickshaw.com

Their pour-over coffee is life changing. Come in, order it black, and savor the subtle flavors listed in the menu’s tasting notes.

Astoria Coffee

30-04 30th St, (347) 410-7399, astoriacoffeeny.com

They make a mean latte and their housemade nut milk adds an additional creaminess to any drink (try it with the chai). The owners have clearly filled a need for a neighborhood coffee shop as it is always filled with people meeting, studying, or getting coffee on their way to work or an errand. Stay a while, maybe splurge on a cup of ice cream, listen to the light jazz and take in the relaxing atmosphere before continuing on with your day.

Love Cafe

32-30 Steinway St, (718) 786-2040

Check out one of the coziest places to grab a coffee in Astoria. Plus, there are quite a number of meet-cutes that start here!

The Astor Room

34-12 36th St, (718) 255-1947, astorroom.com

Drop in Tuesdays through Sundays from 5pm’967pm for a signature cocktail or craft beer and enjoy live jazz from an eclectic roster of local musicians.

Mar’s

34-21 34th Ave, (718) 685-2480, lifeatmars.com

One of the great happy hours in the city. In addition to a reasonable beer, wine and cocktail selection, they have $1 oysters that are fresh and delicious. Mars is a good prelude to a meal or if you have a hankering for good oysters and don’t want to pay $2.50 a pop.

Mojave

22-36 31st St, (718) 545-4100, mojaveny.com

Two big thumbs up to $3 draft beers and $5 margaritas during Happy Hour.

Il Bambino

34-08 31st Ave, (718) 626-0087, ilbambinonyc.com

THEY HAVE NUTELLA HOT CHOCOLATE. Go there right now and drink some! Warning: only for those who love serious hot chocolate. Others need not apply.

Leli’s Bakery

35-14 30th Ave, (718) 626-8090

While popping in for a cookie, make sure to pick up a cup of their hot cocoa!

Martha’s Country Bakery

36-21 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 545-9737, marthascountrybakery.com

Their drink menu constantly changes, and they experiment with many delectable hot chocolate varieties.

Best Unknown Secret Bar:

Veronica’s Bar

34-04 36th Ave, (718) 255-1886