Outdoor Seating/Patio

Five Napkin Burger in Astoria – Long Island City

Posted on June 16, 2010. Filed under: American/Nouveau, Astoria, Burgers, Cheap Dining, Diners, LIC, Outdoor Seating/Patio |

I was invited to a preview opening at Five Napkin Burger (formerly known as Cup Diner) in Astoria. In addition to meat burgers they also offer veggie burgers and sushi. Everything was absolutely delicious and the service was flawless and friendly. Traces of a meat packing factory were brought out in the restaurant’s decor, such [...]

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Sweet Afton?

Posted on June 11, 2010. Filed under: Astoria, Bar-Hopping in Queens, Burgers, Cheap Dining, Outdoor Seating/Patio |

I’ve been hearing rave reviews about Sweet Afton ever since they opened. As a general rule, any bar that offers outdoor seating and caters to the hipster crowd is often overflowing with praise, whether it’s warranted or not. I was in no hurry to try this place because I figured it would be exactly what [...]

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Da Franco: Frankly, a Great Italian Restaurant in Astoria

Posted on June 10, 2010. Filed under: Astoria, Fine Dining, Italian, Outdoor Seating/Patio |

I was skeptical about this place from the start. Though it is seconds from Astoria Park, Da Franco is easy to pass by. Slightly hidden, it is located in a strip mall on the first floor of a monstrosity that some refer to as luxury condominiums. Though, don’t let the uninspiring setting deter you from experiencing [...]

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Indonesian Food Bazaar in Astoria

Posted on May 19, 2010. Filed under: Astoria, Astoria Street Fairs, Cheap Dining, Off the beaten path, Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Seating/Patio, Pan Asian |

Tipped off by the fabulous Eating in Translation blog post on food related events, my dining companion and I decided to try the once a month Indonesian Food Bazaar. We hopped on our bikes and pedaled as fast as we could, arriving just in time to catch the last half hour of this delicious event. [...]

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Oktoberfest in Queens

Posted on September 23, 2009. Filed under: Astoria, BBQ, Cheap Dining, Free, Outdoor Seating/Patio | Tags: , , |

Celebrate Oktoberfest this weekend at the old standby- the Bohemian Beer Garden, drink beer in rain or shine! “Doors open at 12 noon, rain or shine, under our huge outdoor tents. Enjoy your favorite beer and plenty of food. Live entertainment. Free – no admission charge.”

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Queens County Farm Corn Maze

Posted on September 17, 2009. Filed under: Floral Park, Off the beaten path, Outdoor Seating/Patio | Tags: , , |

Just another sign that autumn has officially begun-  it’s time for the Amazing Maize Maze at the Queens County Farm! The adventure is not only for kids, but adults will equally enjoy the event. Your iphone GPS system may get you through alphabet city, but this kind of roaming requires you to grab your flag [...]

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Queens County Folk Festival Sept 13

Posted on September 10, 2009. Filed under: Art, Flushing/Corona, Free, Music & Dance, Off the beaten path, Outdoor Seating/Patio |

Tour the entire world of music in one day. Visit Queens College for an afternoon of music, food and fun from around the globe. Click here for a detailed facebook schedule of the day’s events.

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Say Goodbye to August in Queens

Posted on August 23, 2009. Filed under: Art, Astoria, Flushing/Corona, Free, LIC, Music & Dance, Outdoor Seating/Patio |

Has this rainy excuse for a summer made you feel like you’ve missed out on all the fun you should have been having? August is nearly over but here are a few ways you can say goodbye with a bang or at least a pop. Visit the Sunday Sessions at the Rise on the Ravel [...]

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