These are the winners for the best bars, cafes, coffee, and Happy Hours. Cheers!
The Bonnie
29-12 23rd Ave, (718) 274-2105, thebonnie.com
The Bonnie has a nice outdoor area (when weather allows) and has been a great addition to the 23rd Ave area.
Madam Marie’s
35-15 Broadway, (917) 745-0297, madammaries.com
Survey says: “Such a fun addition to the neighborhood. Always a lively crowd.”
Sweet Afton
30-09 34th St, (718) 777-2570, sweetaftonbar.com
Survey says: “Classic pub environment without the classic pub smell.”
The Last Word
31-30 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 440-3378, tlwastoria.com
Survey says: “A classy joint, and a perfect place to just chill with friends, here’s some great music and have some great small bites, all without having to yell at the top of your lungs. :-)”
The Bonnie
29-12 23rd Ave, (718) 274-2105, thebonnie.com
The Bonnie has a nice outdoor area (when weather allows) and has been a great addition to the 23rd Ave area.
Dutch Kills
27-24 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, (718) 383-2724, dutchkillsbar.com
Google says: “Cool vibe, yummy drinks, friendly bartender…what more could you want?”
Astoria Bier & Cheese
34-14 Broadway, (718) 545-5588; 35-11 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 255-6982, astoriabierandcheese.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 and 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?
The Local Bar Astoria
41-04 31st Ave, (917) 832-6797, thelocalbarastoria.com
Google says: “Amazing beer selection, popcorn, friendly bartenders, pool, darts, backyard!”
Sweet Spot
322-72 31st St, (718) 777-7475, sweetspotastoria.com
Tons of HDTVs all around, tasty food and friendly service.
Katch Astoria
31-19 Newtown Ave, (718) 777-2230, katchastoria.com
Katch has impressive numbers: 70 HDTVs and 50 taps. They keep their beer list quirky and you can count on Game Day specials.
Oliver’s Astoria
37-19 Broadway, (718) 806-1476, oliversastoria.com
Survey says: “A great go-to spot.”
The Local Bar
41-04 31st Ave, (917) 832-6797, thelocalbarastoria.com
Trivia is every Wednesday at 8pm.
Sek’end Sun
32-11 Broadway, (917) 832-6414, sekendsun.com
Trivia is every Monday at 7pm.
Queen’s Room
36-02 Ditmars Blvd, (347) 987-3994, queensroomnyc.com
Trivia is every Tuesday at 7pm.
Vesta
21-02 30th Ave, (718) 545-5550, vestavino.com
Survey says: “The wine on tap is delicious and unbeatable!”
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.
Mar’s
34-21 34th Ave, (718) 685-2480, lifeatmars.com
Survey says: “Where else can you pair some quality white or rose with arguably the best oysters in Astoria?”
Tea and Milk
32-02 34th Ave, (347) 921-2056, teaandmilk.com
Google says: “Great service and good tasting bubble tea.”
The Teapsy
33-17 30th Ave, (929) 328-0090, facebook.com/theteapsynewyork
Google says: “They have high quality ingredients and let you choose sugar and ice levels.”
Cafe Via Espresso
24-09 Steinway St, (718) 545-3290, places.singleplatform.com
Google says: “This place is my favorite neighborhood spot for breakfast and quick bites.”
Queen’s Room
36-02 Ditmars Blvd, (347) 987-3994, queensroomnyc.com
We went here on a weekday afternoon, and could have easily stayed a long time. The vibe is chill and relaxed (chillaxed?) and the music is mellow, but not so much that it puts you to sleep—great for chatting or doing work. There’s food served for all three meals, so it could also be considered a bistro. Also, the coffee here is magical. One of the BOAST team members was tempted to drink it black. And he never drinks coffee black! It’s that good.
Kinship Coffee
32-14 Steinway St, facebook.com/kinshipcoffee
Google says: “New place, superb settings, same unparallel service and high standard knowledge.”
Astoria Coffee
30-04 30th St, (347) 410-7399, astoriacoffeeny.com
Google says: “Lovely staff and delicious drinks–super cute decor and peaceful ambiance.”
Gossip Coffee
37-04 30th Ave, (718) 440-8792, gossipcoffee.com
Nice, comfortable space. There’s wi-fi here, so a good place to update your Instagram with the beautiful lattes.
OK Café
22-04 33rd St, (718) 440-8789, okcafeastoria.com
Survey says: “Everything about this place is perfection. A great variety of hot and cold drinks, a warm and inviting ambiance, the baristas are all terrific and they have the occasional events that are always very interesting and eclectic.”
Queen’s Room
36-02 Ditmars Blvd, (347) 987-3994, queensroomnyc.com
Happy Hour all night Monday, and Tuesday to Friday 4–7pm. $10 Cocktails, $7 Wine, $5 Beer, and a number of inexpensive snacks, including Chicken Wings, Swedish Meatballs and Hummus Plate for $10 each.
The Astorian
28-50 31st St, (917) 745-1179, theastoriannyc.com
All Night Happy Hour from Monday to Wednesday. All the draft beer, wine, and the entire selection of menu cocktails are $2 off. That means you can have a large selection of Craft Beer for $5, Wine for $6, and many Cocktails for $8!
Bonjour Crepes & Wine
34-10 30th Ave, (347) 730-6828, bonjourcrepesandwine.com
Happy Hour is 1pm to 11pm every day. $4 Beer, $5 Wine, and $6 Sangria.
Bubba’s Bistro
31-13A Ditmars Blvd, (718) 728-2227, bubbasbistroastoria.com
Happy Hour is 1pm to 10pm every day. $3 well shots, $7 white or red sangria, inexpensive cocktails and a plethora of tapas.
Il Bambino
34-08 31st Ave, (718) 626-0087, ilbambinonyc.com
Survey says: “If you want a drink that’s also a meal, try their peanut butter hot chocolate on a cold wintry day!”
Comfortland
40-09 30th Ave, (631) 457-9815, comfortlandny.com
Google says: “Super friendly service and seriously some of the most delicious sweets.”
Gossip Coffee
37-04 30th Ave, (718) 440-8792, gossipcoffee.com
The coffee here is the bomb, and the hot chocolate is too.
The Astorian
28-50 31st St, (917) 745-1179, theastoriannyc.com
Good food, covered/patio area, and upstairs section with comfy chairs. Great place to chill with some drink and eats.
Madam Marie’s
35-15 Broadway, (917) 745-0297, madammaries.com
Survey says: “Such a fun addition to the neighborhood. Always a lively crowd.”
The Freckled Moose
33-17 31st Ave, (718) 433-9933, thefreckledmoose.com
The Mac and Cheese here is incredible!
Best Tea Shop: Prince Tea House
31-47 Steinway St, (929) 208-0072, facebook.com/PrinceTeaHouse
Best Creative Cocktails: The Last Word
31-30 Ditmars Blvd, (718) 440-3378, tlwastoria.com
Survey results from December 2018. Click here for the results from December 2017, December 2016, January 2016, July 2015, January 2015.