Karin’s guidebook to Astoria
Food scene
Appetizers:
Assorted Mezze
Octopus Tail
Entre:
Scallops
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Taverna Kyclades
36-01 Ditmars BlvdAppetizers:
Assorted Mezze
Octopus Tail
Entre:
Scallops
Astoria Coffee
30-04 30th StPerfect place to get a cup of coffee in the morning!
Need a pick me up?
Head over to Martha's Bakery on Ditmars blvd for delicious tiramisu, baklava or cheesecake!
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Martha's Country Bakery
36-21 Ditmars BlvdNeed a pick me up?
Head over to Martha's Bakery on Ditmars blvd for delicious tiramisu, baklava or cheesecake!
Most delicious Indian food in the area!
For dinner, get the Dinner Pre-fix special!
Recommendations:
Tikka Masala (spicey)
Lamb Spring roll
Kiev
Mango Lassi
Coconut Naan
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Seva Indian Cuisine
34-11 30th AvenueMost delicious Indian food in the area!
For dinner, get the Dinner Pre-fix special!
Recommendations:
Tikka Masala (spicey)
Lamb Spring roll
Kiev
Mango Lassi
Coconut Naan
Sightseeing
Perfect place for a stroll, run, game of tennis, basketball or soccer! Love coming here as well for an afternoon picnic!
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Astoria Park
19 19th StPerfect place for a stroll, run, game of tennis, basketball or soccer! Love coming here as well for an afternoon picnic!
Large-scale sculpture & multimedia installations in a park built on a former landfill site.
Beautiful city views and weekly farmers market (check their website to confirm farmers market)
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Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon BlvdLarge-scale sculpture & multimedia installations in a park built on a former landfill site.
Beautiful city views and weekly farmers market (check their website to confirm farmers market)
Luna Asian Bistro isn’t the kind of place you stumble upon. Located on the 6th floor of an unsuspecting professional and medical office building, Luna Asian Bistro is a destination for the lucky few who are in-the-know. The eatery offers a mashup of Asian dishes and drinks, with primarily Japanese offerings like sushi and sake.
I can’t speak to the food, but the real draw here, is the rooftop. The incredible views of the Manhattan skyline offer the perfect nightcap, no matter what you order.
Probably better for drinks
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Luna Asian Bistro & Rooftop Lounge
32-72 Steinway StreetLuna Asian Bistro isn’t the kind of place you stumble upon. Located on the 6th floor of an unsuspecting professional and medical office building, Luna Asian Bistro is a destination for the lucky few who are in-the-know. The eatery offers a mashup of Asian dishes and drinks, with primarily Japanese offerings like sushi and sake.
I can’t speak to the food, but the real draw here, is the rooftop. The incredible views of the Manhattan skyline offer the perfect nightcap, no matter what you order.
Probably better for drinks
After spending some time at Socrates Sculpture Park, hop across the street to one of Astoria's gems: the Noguchi Museum.
The Noguchi Museum is filled with stone sculptures, but somehow manages to escape feeling cold and detached. You can instantly tell there is a deeply personal attachment between the artist and the space.
At the Noguchi Museum you’ll find the lower level dedicated to Noguchi’s many works, curated by the artist himself. The upper level, however, includes temporary displays that pay homage to the design ideas and aesthetics he advanced.
On one of our visits we found a beautiful display of hanging paper lanterns, as well as an oversized Akari light sculpture formed by stacking 2-foot by 2-foot pyramids. The entire museum creates an intimate portrait of the artist.
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Noguchi Museum
9-01 33rd RoadAfter spending some time at Socrates Sculpture Park, hop across the street to one of Astoria's gems: the Noguchi Museum.
The Noguchi Museum is filled with stone sculptures, but somehow manages to escape feeling cold and detached. You can instantly tell there is a deeply personal attachment between the artist and the space.
At the Noguchi Museum you’ll find the lower level dedicated to Noguchi’s many works, curated by the artist himself. The upper level, however, includes temporary displays that pay homage to the design ideas and aesthetics he advanced.
On one of our visits we found a beautiful display of hanging paper lanterns, as well as an oversized Akari light sculpture formed by stacking 2-foot by 2-foot pyramids. The entire museum creates an intimate portrait of the artist.
Best way to get around is by taking the Astoria Ferry! Take the Ferry to Long Island City or Brooklyn for even more fun in New York!
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Astoria station
Vernon BoulevardBest way to get around is by taking the Astoria Ferry! Take the Ferry to Long Island City or Brooklyn for even more fun in New York!