It isn't all Greek restaurants when it comes to Astoria—although it does get admittedly close. This middle-class burg offers enough culinary talent to give most other neighborhoods a run for their money, and these are our expert picks!
Far from just a clever and self-aggrandizing name, Rizzo's does indeed offer fine pizza, both literally and figuratively. Their thin crust is a force to be reckoned, and the rest of the menu is as deliciously tempting as the best Manhattan has to offer.
30-13 Steinway StreetEgyptian fare that argues for Astoria's continuing hetero-ethnic dominance over Manhattan.
25-12 Steinway StAstoria natives Giuseppe Falce and Leo Sacco offer up green-grocery fresh Italian food--gourmet pizza, pastas and seasonal antipasti--as well as a fully-stocked wine list and the requisite beers. With a Little Giant's former chef and Astoria local Michelle Vido, artwork by Genovi...
21-02 30th AveSimple bistro fare in a perfect cafe setting that attracts Francophiles and the real deal ex-Pats alike.
33-04 36th AvePaninis and other sandwich crafts mingle with pastries and baked goods.
34-08 31st AveOvelia offers a taste of modern Greek lifestyle and philosophy by way of its food, cocktails, and environment. Scientist-turned-chef Peter Giannakas stays true to the core roots of Greek cuisine while twisting new flavors into old classics.
34-01 30th AveBohemian Hall has the last remaining Outdoor Beer Garden in all of New York City. In 1892, the Bohemian Citizens' Benevolent Society was formed, and in 1910, the Society purchased two adjacent lots, part of a farm. The cornerstone of Bohemian Hall was laid that October. At one ti...
2919 24th Ave (29th Street)Astoria's favorite casual Brazilian restaurant, named for the delicious cheese bread that's the best thing on the menu. That's not to denigrate the empanadas, of course, nor their sandwiches and burgers.
31-90 30th StreetSanfords has been an Astoria landmark since 1922. The Sanfords of today serves exceptionally well prepared American comfort food, in a modern, casual & sleek environment. The space is bright & alive during the day. Dim, candlelit and relaxing in the evening, with loungy t...
30-13 BroadwayIf old-timers are to be trusted—and they certainly are where food is concerned—Gregory's makes a brilliant alternative to the more tourist-traveled Greek restaurants in Astoria, with a phenomenal grilled octopus, eggplant dip, and every Grecian specialty you've come to expect fro...
26-02 23rd AveSoothing, subdued Mexican spot in Astoria.
2236 31st StThe Aggelatos brothers bring their New Jersey know-how—at the hands of their pizza-pounding uncle—to bear in Astoria, with one of the cooler decors a pizzeria has ever worn.
34-12 31st AveAstoria's famed Greek restaurant comes to the East Village with a fancier face.
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