Mark & Christopher's Guidebook
Food Scene
Milkflower
34-12 31st AveAmazing pizza.
An odd array of menu items, just things you normally wouldn't expect at a burger place but all delicious.
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Burger Club
32-02 30th AveAn odd array of menu items, just things you normally wouldn't expect at a burger place but all delicious.
Akrotiri Seafood Taverna Restaurant
29-20 30th AveTry the octopus!
Kondo
29-13 BroadwayVery authentic and the owners lovely... from Okinawa.
Try their Brazilian burger and course the Pao de queijo.
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New York Pao De Queijo
31-90 30th StTry their Brazilian burger and course the Pao de queijo.
In my opinion, one of THE BEST steaks the city! Service great too.
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Uncle Jack's Meat House
36-18 Ditmars BlvdIn my opinion, one of THE BEST steaks the city! Service great too.
The Thirsty Koala
35-12 Ditmars BlvdTry the kangaroo steak or the Kangaroo tacos.
Bahari Estiatorio
31-14 BroadwayGreek food like a grandma would make.
Delicious... everything I've had on menu so far. The Wagyu Beef Carpaccio is a MUST!
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Bellwether
47-25 Vernon BlvdDelicious... everything I've had on menu so far. The Wagyu Beef Carpaccio is a MUST!
Vesta Trattoria
21-02 30th AveYummy Italian.
Very authentic and comfortable.
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Manducatis Rustica V.I.G Gelateria/Pizzeria
46-35 Vernon BlvdVery authentic and comfortable.
Not prettiest place and they are cash only but they do have the best bagels in the neighborhood (there's like 100s of bagel spots around here) ... we locals know this
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Bagels on the Ave
33-15 30th AveNot prettiest place and they are cash only but they do have the best bagels in the neighborhood (there's like 100s of bagel spots around here) ... we locals know this
"Hybrid bar restaurant with a tropical spin" I struggling to describe place but said best. This exactly what place is and its wonderful.
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The Highwater
34-20 Broadway"Hybrid bar restaurant with a tropical spin" I struggling to describe place but said best. This exactly what place is and its wonderful.
Fresco's Cantina
12-14 31st AveDelicious food and a drag queen bingo Sunday Brunch.
A new Turkish restaurant here in Astoria. I haven't been here YET but, I've heard many good things from many reliable sources. I'll give my 2 cents once I've visited.
Lokanta
3116 BroadwayA new Turkish restaurant here in Astoria. I haven't been here YET but, I've heard many good things from many reliable sources. I'll give my 2 cents once I've visited.
Restaurant inside The Boro hotel. the rooftop bar is a must with an amazing view of all of the Manhattan skyline...think photo op!
Beebe's
38-28 27th StRestaurant inside The Boro hotel. the rooftop bar is a must with an amazing view of all of the Manhattan skyline...think photo op!
Modern Ny style diner open 24hrs and have been there for 100 years.
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Sanfords Astoria
30-13 BroadwayModern Ny style diner open 24hrs and have been there for 100 years.
Il Bambino
34-08 31st AveAmazing sandwiches.
Very... extremely authentic Mexican food. If you don't speak Spanish be ready to point and nod. Most the staff dosen't English. I would also recommend you food "to go" (para llevar) as gets VERY crowded but the food so delicious it's worth it.
Mi Espiguita
32-44 31st StVery... extremely authentic Mexican food. If you don't speak Spanish be ready to point and nod. Most the staff dosen't English. I would also recommend you food "to go" (para llevar) as gets VERY crowded but the food so delicious it's worth it.
Seva Indian Cuisine
34-11 30th AvenueYum!
Proper German Beirgarten. Great beer and good food...nuff said and this...
“One of the largest outdoor drinking venues in the city” - Thrillist
“A year-round treat” - Travel + Leisure
“The oldest beer garden in New York is still the best” - Fox News
“One of New York City’s quintessential summer hangouts” - Food & Wine
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Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
29-19 24th AvenueProper German Beirgarten. Great beer and good food...nuff said and this...
“One of the largest outdoor drinking venues in the city” - Thrillist
“A year-round treat” - Travel + Leisure
“The oldest beer garden in New York is still the best” - Fox News
“One of New York City’s quintessential summer hangouts” - Food & Wine
Mu Ramen
1209 Jackson AveVERY good but can difficult to into but soooo good.
Astoria Bier & Cheese
3414 BroadwayLove this place!
Casa Enrique
5-48 49th AveMichelin star rated refined Mexican food.
Michelin star rated cool and funky French Canadian steakhouse. love these guys. Be warned they are on the pricey side. Perfect special occasions.
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M. Wells Steakhouse
43-15 Crescent StMichelin star rated cool and funky French Canadian steakhouse. love these guys. Be warned they are on the pricey side. Perfect special occasions.
Boulis Cafe
30-15 31st AveA greek bakery. The loukoumades are a must!
Shhh...A little known secret but this place is Caviar HEAVEN!!! THE BESTEST! Be sure to tell them Mark and Christopher sent you.
Paramount Caviar
38-15 24th StShhh...A little known secret but this place is Caviar HEAVEN!!! THE BESTEST! Be sure to tell them Mark and Christopher sent you.
Petcare
All petcare needs
The best doggie daycare and boarding! Your fur baby deserves a little vacay too.The owners are very sweet and the entire place is HEPA filter air so it and dogs always smell so fresh and clean. I should also mention cameras are everywhere so you can watch your baby(ies) from anywhere in the world on your phone or computer.
Dozo Dog
25-52 31st StThe best doggie daycare and boarding! Your fur baby deserves a little vacay too.The owners are very sweet and the entire place is HEPA filter air so it and dogs always smell so fresh and clean. I should also mention cameras are everywhere so you can watch your baby(ies) from anywhere in the world on your phone or computer.
Whiskers Holistic Pet Care
19-25 Ditmars BlvdAmazing service and selection!
Triborough Bridge Playground C Dog Run
24th StreetFor the doggos.
Rapawzel Dog Grooming and Day Care
31-87 29th StNice grooming job here.
Medical
Well... things happen.
CityMD Astoria Urgent Care - Queens
31-11 Steinway StJust incase.
Mount Sinai Queens Emergency Room
30th RoadDimitri Papadopoulos DDS P.C.
30-05 31st AveLove this guy! He makes me look forward going the dentist.
Sightseeing
I-Museum of the Moving Image
36-01 35th AveGreat place kids adults.
During summer months they have free outdoor movies and concerts.
https://socratessculpturepark.org/
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I-Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon BlvdDuring summer months they have free outdoor movies and concerts.
https://socratessculpturepark.org/
I-Museum kaNoguchi
9-01 33rd RoadBe sure to checkout the PS1 warmup parties on Saturdays during the Summer.
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MoMA PS1
22-25 Jackson AveBe sure to checkout the PS1 warmup parties on Saturdays during the Summer.
For tours check this link... https://onlocationtours.com/tag/kaufman-astoria-studios/
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Kaufman Astoria Studios
34-12 36th StFor tours check this link... https://onlocationtours.com/tag/kaufman-astoria-studios/
Regal UA Kaufman Astoria & RPX
35-30 38th StAstoria Park is a beautiful park along the bank of east river in queens. It has amazing views of the Manhattan skyline and during summer months the Olympic size public pool is open.
19th Street
Astoria Park is a beautiful park along the bank of east river in queens. It has amazing views of the Manhattan skyline and during summer months the Olympic size public pool is open.
18-1 Steinway Pl
18-1 Steinway PlaceSteinway piano factory
https://www.steinway.com/about/factory-tour
I have not been disappointed by a show here yet...
http://www.apacny.org/
Astoria Performing Arts Center
44-02 23rd StreetI have not been disappointed by a show here yet...
http://www.apacny.org/
Fun shopping and great eats. It's seasonal check website I've linked.
https://www.licflea.com/
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LIC Flea & Food
5-25 46th AveFun shopping and great eats. It's seasonal check website I've linked.
https://www.licflea.com/
Nice views and park. Also has outdoor movies and events.
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Gantry Plaza State Park
4-44 47th RdNice views and park. Also has outdoor movies and events.
Hallett's Cove Beach
31-10 Vernon BoulevardFor some canoeing and tennis and activities.
Has a nice pedestrian walkway with great views and will take you to Randall's island.
Robert F. Kennedy Bridge
Robert F. Kennedy BridgeHas a nice pedestrian walkway with great views and will take you to Randall's island.
Shopping
Lockwood
32-15 33rd StCute gift shop. Wide array of merchandise.
The Astoria Bookshop
36-19 31st StWonderfully curated.
Wine Stop NYC
30-08 BroadwayNice selections
Grand Wine & Liquor Store
30-05 31st StLarge selection
Steinway Street
Steinway StreetGreat for inexpensive shopping.
Health, Fitness and Beauty
I list this place because you can buy day passes here.
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New York Sports Clubs
303 W 145th StI list this place because you can buy day passes here.
One my personal favorites (I go here).
You can pay per class, I believe it's $28.
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Orangetheory Fitness
248 Flatbush AveOne my personal favorites (I go here).
You can pay per class, I believe it's $28.
Natura Spa
30-79 Steinway StRelax and rejuvenate here.
https://naturaspanyc.com/
Spiro's Hairstyles
30-08 36th StAsk for David. He's Mark and my barber and he's amazing.
Spa Barlies Nail Salon
3097 31st StI get my mani&pedi's here.
Cleaning
Astoria Laundry Depot
30-23 30th StGreat service! We've been customers of these guys for years. Same day dry cleaning is available.
Chic Cleaners & Tailoring
30-05 30th AveGreat service! We've been customers of these guys for years. Same day dry cleaning is available.