Guidebook for Astoria
Food Scene
Both of us have sensitive stomachs, and this place has yet to make us uneasy (except when we order spicier than we should, haha!) The lunch value is great; they deliver quick and are just down the street.
We've known owners and almost all the employees from the beginnings of Mar's, and love them all. Also a great place for oysters, drinks, and gluten free!
23 locals recommend
Mar's
34-21 34th AveWe've known owners and almost all the employees from the beginnings of Mar's, and love them all. Also a great place for oysters, drinks, and gluten free!
Gloria likes to look at the windows of what they've created, studying, coffee, and Dmitrii likes anything from there (cannolis! giant croissants! sweets!!)
14 locals recommend
Leli's Bakery & Pastry Shop
3514 30th AveGloria likes to look at the windows of what they've created, studying, coffee, and Dmitrii likes anything from there (cannolis! giant croissants! sweets!!)
Chef Philippe of Bretagne (Brittany) makes crepes that cause there to be a line around the corner for this tiny place. This place is also amazing for steaks, wines.. anything. He's always so accommodating to Gloria's gluten problems, and obviously loves every dish he creates. Yes, he is in the kitchen. He makes everything, so don't go if you are in a hurry. He is best known for brunch crepes.
11 locals recommend
Cafe Triskell
33-04 36th AveChef Philippe of Bretagne (Brittany) makes crepes that cause there to be a line around the corner for this tiny place. This place is also amazing for steaks, wines.. anything. He's always so accommodating to Gloria's gluten problems, and obviously loves every dish he creates. Yes, he is in the kitchen. He makes everything, so don't go if you are in a hurry. He is best known for brunch crepes.
I'm not sure what to categorize this as, but if you have never had Burek, go hungry. It's basically a huge savory pie that our former-Yugoslav friends inhale in place of breakfast and lunch. It's also an awesome place to just feel the vibe from that part of the world :).
9 locals recommend
Djerdan Burek Astoria
34-04 31st AveI'm not sure what to categorize this as, but if you have never had Burek, go hungry. It's basically a huge savory pie that our former-Yugoslav friends inhale in place of breakfast and lunch. It's also an awesome place to just feel the vibe from that part of the world :).
go hungry, and go with at least three people and order the platters (seafood, meats, and I feel like there was a veggie one as well). CASH ONLY. They claim reservations as well, but we never had a problem. Our Cypriot friends trek out here to eat their food.
24 locals recommend
Zenon Taverna
34-10 31st Avego hungry, and go with at least three people and order the platters (seafood, meats, and I feel like there was a veggie one as well). CASH ONLY. They claim reservations as well, but we never had a problem. Our Cypriot friends trek out here to eat their food.
Pye Boat Noodle
1711 2nd AveCheburechnaya
9209 63rd DrSeva Indian Cuisine
34-11 30th AvenueArts & Culture
Who doesn't appreciate Mr. Noguchi's sculptors and art?Socrates Sculpture Gardens is right across as well.
192 locals recommend
Noguchi Museum
9-01 33rd RoadWho doesn't appreciate Mr. Noguchi's sculptors and art?Socrates Sculpture Gardens is right across as well.
Gloria works with many of the singers here, so we like to go support them and hear the new ones as well as the familiar stars take the stage.
116 locals recommend
Metropolitan Opera House
30 Lincoln Center PlazaGloria works with many of the singers here, so we like to go support them and hear the new ones as well as the familiar stars take the stage.
We have friends that work here, and we enjoy the German and Austrian newer works, as well as the cafe.
176 locals recommend
Neue Galerie
1048 5th AveWe have friends that work here, and we enjoy the German and Austrian newer works, as well as the cafe.
Shopping
Cute things galore! They even have toys for babies and children, but we enjoy the stationaries and stickers.
Loveday31
33-06 31st Avevintage!
Muncan is an amazing guy who has some amazing cured meats. Eastern Europeans and Americans flock here. Be prepared for a line and fun sampling.
(I guess it's technically not "secret," but a lot of locals go here).
8 locals recommend
Muncan Food Corporation
43-09 BroadwayMuncan is an amazing guy who has some amazing cured meats. Eastern Europeans and Americans flock here. Be prepared for a line and fun sampling.
(I guess it's technically not "secret," but a lot of locals go here).
Cassinelli Food Products
3112 23rd AveCassinelli pastas! Made right here in Astoria :)
Lavender Label- Little Soap Shop
Morning Glory
136-77 Roosevelt AveDrinks & Nightlife
I go on Sunday nights around 9pm to support my friend Broc, Sam, and Christian (jazz piano, bass, and drums). They bring in some great jazz talent from the young (just entering Juilliard's Jazz program) to the seasoned in the City.
23 locals recommend
Dominie's
34-07 30th AveI go on Sunday nights around 9pm to support my friend Broc, Sam, and Christian (jazz piano, bass, and drums). They bring in some great jazz talent from the young (just entering Juilliard's Jazz program) to the seasoned in the City.
Do you like Cocktails? Then go here. They will even customize one for you.
15 locals recommend
Diamond Dogs
34-04 31st AveDo you like Cocktails? Then go here. They will even customize one for you.
The Letlove Inn
27-20 23rd AveAnother fun place for music, drinks, and good people.
Sweet Afton
30-09 34th StEssentials
Dmitrii, as a Russian, must go here twice a month to stock up on herring, ikra, Russian mayo, and russian Mustard.
Netcost Market
97-10 Queens BlvdDmitrii, as a Russian, must go here twice a month to stock up on herring, ikra, Russian mayo, and russian Mustard.