Jun. 4, 2025 By Czarinna Andres June 4, 2025 By Kathryn Greene In Filipino, the word barkada means a clique or informal group of friends—and that’s exactly what chef and owner Giemay Manuel is cultivating in Astoria with her new restaurant, Barkada Social Club, located at 33-05 Broadway. “Barkada is about being a collective…
Jun. 4, 2025 By jmilitello June 4, 2025 By Jessica Militello Serafina, the Italian restaurant chain known for its upscale yet inviting atmosphere, has officially opened its first Queens location in Long Island City—fulfilling a long-anticipated arrival in the neighborhood. The new outpost, located at 28-40 Jackson Ave., opened its doors on May 23,…
Jun. 2, 2025 By jmilitello June 2, 2025 By Jessica Militello As longer days and warm summer nights set the stage, there’s no better time to savor authentic Italian cuisine paired with sweeping waterfront views in Long Island City. Since expanding to Queens in December 2023, Osteria Brooklyn @ LIC, located at 1-50 50th…
May. 28, 2025 By Czarinna Andres May 28, 2025 By Czarinna Andres If you’ve ever dreamed of free wings for a year, Buffalo Wild Wings GO in Astoria is giving you 25 chances to make it a reality this Friday. Buffalo Wild Wings GO is officially celebrating its grand opening in Astoria this Friday,…
May. 26, 2025 By sobrien May 26, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A new summer performing arts series is coming to the Long Island City waterfront, aiming to highlight local talent and create a family-friendly arts destination at Hunters Point South Park. Frank Ottomanelli’s by the Water, located at 52-10 Center Blvd., is launching a…
May 23, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A new restaurant offering a menu full of traditional Nepalese dishes and American classics celebrated its grand opening on Queens Boulevard on Thursday afternoon. Foodmandu celebrated its grand opening at 43-01 Queens Blvd. on Thursday, taking over from Nepalese joint Newa Chhe, which closed at the location last week…. Read more »
May. 23, 2025 By jmilitello May 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello If you’re more into Mary Jane than Bloody Mary, then you’ll want to mark your calendar for the neighborhood’s first-ever Infused Mocktail Battle Royale—hosted by Trends LIC dispensary and featuring some of Long Island City’s most beloved bars. Set to take place…
May. 21, 2025 By jmilitello May 21, 2025 By Jessica Militello Queens is turning blue and orange as the New York Knicks head into the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in nearly 25 years. From packed watch parties to social media buzz and team jerseys flooding the streets, excitement is in full…
May. 21, 2025 By jmilitello May 21, 2025 By Jessica Militello A new addition to Steinway Street in Astoria is offering more than just coffee—it’s providing a sophisticated, alcohol-free gathering space deeply rooted in Yemeni culture. Haraz Coffee House, located at 25-43 Steinway St., opened its doors in March and has already made a…
May. 20, 2025 By jmilitello 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…