Food and Drink

UPDATE – We previously reported that the Steinway Chipotle will be opening today, August 14th, but a rep just let us know that it was moved to Wednesday, August 28th. (…)

Since we often spend the summer swimming in salty, cool seawater, it’s no wonder that we tend to have a very seasonal craving for briny bites. I’m talking about fresh (…)

About a year ago, news first emerged of a food market/hall coming to 34-39 31st St.–which would hold eight different vendors within the 18,000-square-feet space that used to be a (…)

There’s really only ONE month of summer left–can you believe it?! If you want to make the most of your limited time, have no fear: we’ve planned out three perfect summer (…)

You may have seen Gaijin‘s Instagram post (or our subsequent announcement) last week that after almost three years, they are closing. Hidden on 31st Ave between 37th and 38th St., the (…)

Though happy hours and frozen drinks are great lists to have at the ready, not everyone is drinking alcohol. Whether you’re pregnant, sober, underage or just limiting your drinking, there (…)

We reported back in March about the new, mysterious-sounding “short-stay communal living” space at the old Paper Factory Hotel, now called “The Collective.” The British company is a “growing, global network (…)

If you want to view the democratic debates tonight or tomorrow, but prefer not to do it alone in your apartment (who will hear your witty commentary then?!), we’ve rounded (…)

It’s time again for our roundup of Openings, Closings and Rumors around the neighborhood lately! As always, feel free to share what you’ve noticed or any insights you have! OPENINGS (…)

SUMMER IS FOR PICNICKING (at least when its not upwards of 95 degrees!). As we hinted in Tuesday’s post, we’ve put together the best places to pick up picnic goods (…)

Like all seasons, Summer has a very specific flavor. Especially concerning drinks. Icy, fruity, refreshing cocktails are what hit the spot. So, we rounded up where to get your go-to (…)

BY: ANNA DORE Hello, Astoria! Anna here- the gal behind WeHeart’s Insta and Facebook pages (we’ve probably DMed by now). I recently got married at the Queens Museum, and thought (…)

Since The Freckled Moose on 31st Ave stopped functioning as a restaurant in May, they’ve been hosting pop-up dinners for up-and-coming chefs in hopes one of them will take over (…)

Whether you’re in a long-term relationship or going on lots of first dates, Astoria is a perfect neighborhood for date night! Depending on the “vibe” you’re going for (romantic/cozy, dancing/clubbing, (…)

A little while back one of our staffers put out a social media call for restaurant suggestions for a big group dinner–and you guys came through with lots of wonderful (…)