The best wines are the ones we drink with friends. But knowing which wines to pour is a special skill that comes with practice. When you want to uncork some of life’s best pleasures, there’s nothing better than to savor the gifts that vintage grapes, aged to perfection, can bring to our lips. That’s what…
Queens residents love to have choices, and that certainly applies to beer. Almost any selection of beer is good, but if there’s more to choose from, that makes the night better than it already promised to be. Restaurants, bars and pubs serving a wide variety of this “hoppening” brew are always higher up on the…
2025: Queens Voted Sissy McGinty’s Best Bar with Games/Entertainment! Sissy McGinty’s 2567 Steinway St, Astoria (718) 545-4286 Excellence in Bar with Games/Entertainment is no small feat, but Sissy McGinty’s makes it look effortless. This establishment has proudly earned its place as the 2025 Winner in the Bar with Games/Entertainment category, solidifying its reputation as a…
Thank goodness, Queens has so many locations to get a tempting selection of beer from lagers to ales to porters, to black and tans. There are places that brew their own, and there are venues that carry several different brands from local and national breweries. But as long as there’s enough good beer to go…
2025: Queens Voted Claret Wine Bar Best Bar with Live Music! Claret Wine Bar 4602 Skillman Avenue, Sunnyside (718) 433-9207 – claretwinebar.com Claret Wine Bar, nestled in the heart of Sunnyside Gardens, Queens is more than just a wine bar. Co-owned by Sunnyside locals Kevin and Jaci, Claret offers an impressive selection of wines, specialty…
What makes a good bar great? Let us count the ways. The people are fun, the staff is friendly, the choices of brews and mixed drinks are out of this world. There’s music if you feel like listening, there’s romancing if you’re in the mood for love. Or if you just want to share a…
The most popular drink made with tequila, the margarita is a must when enjoying a Mexican-themed meal. Or when you want to have an iced drink that packs a punch while you sit by the pool in your backyard during the summer. But if you like your margarita made to perfection, we can assure you…
2025: Queens Voted Rockaway Brewing Co. Best Brewery! Rockaway Brewing Co. 46-01 5th St, Long Island City (718) 482-6528 – rockaway.beer Crafting exceptional brews with passion and precision, Rockaway Brewing Co. has become a staple in the vibrant beer scene. As the 2025 Winner in the Brewery category, this local favorite has built a legacy…
Those who love mint must love mojitos, and fans of Ernest Hemingway probably do too (it was the writer’s favorite, after all). This mixed drink is the perfect combination of rum, sugar, sparkling water and lime juice with a blast of minty freshness. It’s served up at so many different places in Queens, but only…
2025: Queens Voted Osteria Brooklyn LIC Best Outdoor Atmosphere! Osteria Brooklyn LIC 150 50th Ave, Long Island City (646) 750-9156 – https://osteriabrooklyn.getbento.com/ A remarkable outdoor atmosphere transforms any dining experience, and Osteria Brooklyn LIC has perfected this art. Honored as the 2025 Winner in the Outdoor Atmosphere category, this celebrated gem invites guests to unwind…