May 20, 2025 By Jessica Militello The unofficial start of summer just got a little sweeter—and cooler—with the grand opening of Soft Swerve in Long Island City. The popular New York-based, Asian-inspired ice cream brand officially opened its doors on Friday, May 16, inside the JACX&CO food hall, located at 24-17 Jackson Ave. To celebrate,… Read more »
May. 5, 2025 By Czarinna Andres May 5, 2025 By Czarinna Andres A new Chick-fil-A restaurant is set to open Thursday, May 8, at the northeast corner of Northern Boulevard and 68th Street in Woodside. The space, previously occupied by Burger King, will bring approximately 70 new jobs and a $25,000 donation to fight…
April 29, 2025 By Jessica Militello Trade in the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungle for something a little more ‘Jungly’—the fun restaurant and event venue that continues to bring flavor and flair to Long Island City. Located at 12-23 Jackson Ave., Jungly first opened its doors in September 2022. The concept was launched… Read more »
Apr. 29, 2025 By sobrien April 29, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Looking for your next smoothie fix? Tropical Smoothie Cafe has officially opened in Sunnyside. The fast-casual chain, known for its healthy smoothies and fruit bowls, opened its doors at 39-11 Queens Blvd. and celebrated its grand opening on Friday, April 25. The new…
Apr. 28, 2025 By Czarinna Andres April 28, 2025 By Maxwell Murray OKI Japanese Restaurant, a beloved Sunnyside staple known for its cozy atmosphere and traditional Japanese fare, will permanently close its doors on April 30 after 25 years in business. The restaurant, located at 45-11 Queens Blvd., announced the closure with a handwritten…
Apr. 25, 2025 By sobrien April 25, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The 15th-annual Queens Cup cocktail-making competition will return to the Bonnie in Astoria next month, bringing nine Queens bars together for an evening of craft cocktails inspired by some of the most popular video games of all time. Queens Cup Arcade: Ready Round…
Apr. 24, 2025 By sobrien April 24, 2025 By Shane O’Brien More than 500 barbecue lovers packed Pig Beach BBQ in Astoria on Wednesday, April 23, for the 13th-annual Brisket King NYC, where over 20 chefs from across the Tri-State area served up creative interpretations of the classic Texas barbecue dish. Held at 35-37…
Apr. 22, 2025 By sobrien April 22, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The annual Sunnyside Restaurant Week officially kicks off Tuesday, April 22, featuring deals at more than 50 local restaurants to showcase the neighborhood as a true culinary destination. The two-week culinary celebration, running through Sunday, May 4, allows Sunnyside residents and out-of-towners alike to…
Apr. 11, 2025 By jmilitello April 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello In Astoria’s Little Egypt, food is more than a meal—it’s heritage passed down through generations. Tucked along Steinway Street, between Astoria Boulevard and 28th Avenue, is one of Queens’ most flavorful corridors—home to long-standing Middle Eastern restaurants, fragrant coffee shops, and vibrant hookah…
Apr. 8, 2025 By jmilitello April 8, 2025 By Jessica Militello Astoria just got a jolt of Colombian flavor—and it’s making waves. Pink Dolphin, a new coffee-to-go shop in Astoria, has been turning heads since opening last month at 14-53 31st Ave. Just outside Horton’s Market, the cozy coffee spot is the passion project…