These are the winners for the best bars, cafes, coffee, and tea (including bubble tea). Cheers!
Sek’end Sun
32-11 Broadway, (917) 832-6414, sekendsun.com
We love this place. We just do! Great music, excellent brunch, delicious drinks, and just an overall cool spot.
The Ditty
35-03 Ditmars Blvd, (347) 617-1747, thedittybar.com
This bar has a laid-back but fun vibe. With lots of board games, you could stay here a long time.
Diamond Dogs
34-04 31st Ave, (929) 522-0061, facebook.com
Just as Diamond Dogs does not have a website, neither does it have a sign marking where it is. You just have to find it!
The Last Word
31-30 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 440-3378, tlwastoria.com
Survey says: “Want a sleek and sexy vibe for your night out? This place brings all that and more and a damn good cocktail.”
Diamond Dogs
34-04 31st Ave, (929) 522-0061, facebook.com
Google says: “Great beers and cocktails, fantastic staff and ambiance.”
Sek’end Sun
32-11 Broadway, (917) 832-6414, sekendsun.com
Cocktails here are tasty and strong.
The Astorian
28-50 31st St, (917) 745-1179, theastoriannyc.com
Google says: “Nice place for whiskey drinks and beers.”
Astoria Bier & Cheese
34-14 Broadway, (718) 545-5588; 35-11 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 255-6982, milkandhops.com
Survey says: “They can’t be beat for their extensive beer selection on draft and in the bottle, matched perfectly with a host of cheeses and small plates appropriate for any time of day or season.”
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.
Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
29-19 24th Ave, (718) 274-4925, bohemianhall.com
This is one of the places that Astorians and non-Astorians alike will flock to in the summer. What’s better than sipping a cold one on a hot day with a group of your best friends?
Break Bar & Billiards
32-04 Broadway, (718) 777-5400, facebook.com
Survey says: “Best for UFC and major sports events.”
Katch Astoria
31-19 Newtown Ave, (718) 777-2230, katchastoria.com
Survey says: “You could never have a bad seat here. TVs abound.”
The Shillelagh Tavern
47-22 30th Ave, Long Island City, (718) 728-9028, shillelaghtavern.com
Plenty of HDTVs to watch your favorite teams.
Sek’end Sun
32-11 Broadway, (917) 832-6414, sekendsun.com
Trivia is every Monday at 7pm.
3308 Eats & Drinks
33-08 Broadway, (718) 278-1619, eatsndrinksnyc.com
Trivia is every Tueday at 8pm.
Passage Irish Bar & Kitchen
40-11 30th Ave, (917) 832-6680, passageastoria.com
Trivia is every Wednesday at 8pm.
Botte Bar
25-07 Broadway, (718) 433-9079, bottebar.com
Google says: “Great service, menu, food, wine… tiny but terrific atmosphere.”
Vintage Wine Bar and Bistro
23-14 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 606-0116, facebook.com
Google says: “Excellent red sangria! Bartender is very warm and friendly. Welcoming place.”
DiWine
41-15 31st Ave, (718) 777-1355, diwineonline.com
Amazing selection of wine and the food is excellent for brunch or dinner. We especially like the salads.
Tea and Milk
32-02 34th Ave, (347) 921-2056, teaandmilk.com
Survey says: “Head to a place with unique flavors and illuminating tastes. This place is for the bubble tea mega-fans out there!”
Moge Tee
42-32 Crescent St, Long Island City, (518) 418-0137, places.singleplatform.com
Google says: “Limited seating but drinks are tasty.”
Queen’s Room
36-02 Ditmars Blvd, (347) 987-3994, queensroomnyc.com
We went here on a weekday afternoon, and could have easily stayed for hours. There’s a relaxed vibe and the music is mellow, but not so much that it makes you sleepy. There’s food served for all three meals, so it could be considered a bistro. Also, the coffee here is magnificant. One of the BOAST team members was tempted to drink it black, and he never drinks coffee black! It’s that good.
Omonia Café
32-20 Broadway, (718) 274-6650, omoniacafe.com
We love the ambiance here. It’s a very European feel, with people sitting and chatting into the late hours of the night. We also really like the colorful lights outside.
Monika’s Cafe Bar
32-90 36th St, (718) 204-5273, facebook.com
Survey says: “Allergen friendly, board games, and fun atmosphere.”
Gossip Coffee
37-04 30th Ave, (718) 440-8792, gossipcoffee.com
Nice, comfortable space. There’s wi-fi here, so it’s a good place to update your Instagram with the beautiful lattes.
Kinship Coffee
32-14 Steinway St, facebook.com/kinshipcoffee
Google says: “Great coffee and vibes, good place to sit and get work done.”
New York City Bagel & Coffee House
33-10 30th Ave, (718) 728-9512; 40-05 Broadway, (718) 728-9511; 29-10 Broadway, (718) 777-0324; 29-08 23rd Ave, (718) 728-9500, nycbch.com
Survey says: “NYCBCH has incredible bagels and an impressive array of breads including Whole Wheat Everything and Bialys, teas and coffee and plenty of space for friends.”
Gossip Coffee
37-04 30th Ave, (718) 440-8792, gossipcoffee.com
The coffee here is the bomb, and the hot chocolate is too.
New York City Bagel & Coffee House
33-10 30th Ave, (718) 728-9512; 40-05 Broadway, (718) 728-9511; 29-10 Broadway, (718) 777-0324; 29-08 23rd Ave, (718) 728-9500, nycbch.com
The hot chocolate here is underrated but still delicious.
Rivercrest
33-15 Ditmars Blvd, (347) 808-7887, rivercrestny.com
The staff is very friendly, and there is a huge variety of drinks. There are HDTVs all over, so you can watch the game in practically in seat. It’s neat how the bar is in the middle, with seats all around it.
Acento Latin Kitchen & Bar
33-06 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 440-9435, acentolatinkitchen.com
Google says: “A delicious combination of iconic Latin American dishes, great drinks, and a staff that’s like family.”
All around fun and great bar: Mad Donkey Beer Bar & Grill
32-07 36th Ave, (718) 204-2070, maddonkeyny.com
Best Dive: Kelly’s Bar & Grill
31-04 Crescent St, (718) 278-9734, yelp.com
Best Thai Iced Tea: Pochana Thai Kitchen
33-16 30th Ave, (718) 956-9559, pochananyc.com
Best Wine Shop: Adega Wine & Spirits
31-25 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 545-2525, adegawineandspirits.com
Survey says: “Always a great selection. Hope they bring back the complementary classes.”
Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
29-19 24th Ave, (718) 274-4925, bohemianhall.com
Diamond Dogs
34-04 31st Ave, (929) 522-0061, facebook.com
Kelly’s Bar and Grill
31-04 Crescent St, (718) 278-9734, yelp.com
Tea and Milk
32-02 34th Ave, (347) 921-2056, teaandmilk.com
William Hallet (Pouring one out for WH. We Miss you!)
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Survey results from December 2019. Click here for the results from December 2018, December 2017, December 2016, January 2016, July 2015, January 2015.