Category: bar-restaurants

Katch Astoria faces possible closure amid visibility dispute tied to construction

Jun. 20, 2025 By sobrien June 20, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The longtime owner of Katch, a popular gastropub in Astoria, says she may be forced to shut down within two months due to a sharp decline in revenue that she attributes to nearby construction blocking visibility of her business. Roseann McSorley, who has…

Teppanyaki One opens in Sunnyside, serving bento boxes, poke bowls and more

June 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello Teppanyaki One Japanese Grill recently expanded to the Sunnyside community, offering flavorful meals, from delicious teriyaki dishes to sushi, poke bowls and other culinary delights. The eatery, located at 40-17 Queens Blvd., a space previously occupied by Arriba, officially opened in the neighborhood last month and offers an array… Read more »

Astoria’s Comfortland makes its Manhattan debut this July

Jun. 9, 2025 By jmilitello June 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Lower East Side is about to get a sweet makeover, Astoria-style, with the expansion of Comfortland to the NYC neighborhood. The beloved local gem, known for its decadent sweets and savory sandwiches, is slated to open its newest location at 92 Rivington…

Barkada Social Club debuts in Astoria with bold flavors and a social mission

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…

Serafina opens first Queens location in Long Island City after years of anticipation

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,…

Osteria Brooklyn in Long Island City offers skyline views and seasonal Italian fare

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…

Ottomanelli’s by the Water to host free performing arts series in Hunters Point South Park

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…

LIC dispensary to host infused mocktail competition with local bars on June 5

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…