Popeyes Opening Another Astoria Fried Chicken Shop

The Southern fried chicken restaurant will be the latest national chain to open up on Steinway Street.

New Seafood Restaurant Opening In Astoria: 'The Boil'

The latest chapter in New York's seafood-boil boom will be a restaurant on 30th Avenue set to open next week.

Astoria's Latest Global Food Hall Opening: Urban Vegan Roots

Plant-based food, live music and a "classy" vibe can be found at Urban Vegan Roots, the newest opening in Astoria's World Artisan Market.

Astoria's Big Calexico Restaurant Closes After Less Than 1 Year

Though some Astorians call the prominent 30th Avenue storefront "cursed," the Mexican restaurant's owner says the true culprit was COVID.

Astoria's King Of Falafel Prepares To Surrender His Crown

King of Falafel's owner is selling his beloved restaurant and three food trucks, saying he wants to "get on with the rest of my life."

11 Astoria, LIC Eateries Join NYC Summer Restaurant Week

From new establishments to longtime spots, a slew of Western Queens restaurants will offer discounted meals this summer. Here's which ones.

Astoria Restaurant Has Some Of America's Best Fried Chicken: Ranking

It may not be one of Astoria's marquee foods, but one neighborhood spot has been ranked one of the best fried chicken eateries in America.

Little Flower, New Astoria Coffee Shop, Puts Community At Forefront

The new Astoria cafe and sandwich shop is the product of family ties and community bonds — both treasured values for its young founders.

Sprawling Spanish Restaurant, Asian Kitchen Open In Astoria Complex

Astoria's long-awaited World Artisan Market is celebrating two more openings: the huge Spanish restaurant Sala and pan-Asian kitchen Potlux.

Xi'an Famous Foods Opening New LIC Location After Buying Building

The beloved local Chinese noodle chain will open a new "forever home" in Long Island City after buying an entire building, its CEO said.

New Astoria Mexican Spot Ranked One Of NYC's Best New Restaurants

Citrico Cafe snagged a spot on Time Out New York's list of the 15 best newly opened restaurants in the city. Here's what the magazine said.

Pizza Palace, A Ditmars Staple For Decades, Likely To Close For Good

High rents and pandemic struggles have made it too hard to maintain the decades-old Astoria pizza shop, its owner told Patch.

New Astoria Restaurant Earns Rave Review In New York Times

Times critic Pete Wells lavished praise on Dar Yemma, a three-month-old Moroccan restaurant on Steinway Street. Here's what he had to say.

Popular Ramen Chain Opening Long Island City Restaurant

Kyuramen, a rapidly growing ramen chain specializing in slow-cooked broth, will open its newest restaurant near Queens Plaza on Saturday.

New Astoria Soft-Serve Shop Opening This Weekend, With $2 Cones

Marvel Frozen Dairy, a Long Island-based dessert staple, is opening Saturday just off 30th Avenue — with $2 cones all day to celebrate.

Long Island City's Acclaimed Adda Restaurant Is Moving Away

The celebrated Indian restaurant is departing its Long Island City digs for Manhattan — but you'll still be able to get takeout in Queens.

New Astoria Thai Eatery Serves Up Street-Style Chicken

The latest addition to Astoria's Thai food scene focuses on a regional delicacy, led by an alum of a restaurant around the corner.

Astoria's Beloved Sac's Place Expands At Kaufman Studios

The famed Italian restaurant is opening a pizza garden under Kaufman's landmarked entryway — and finally returning to pizzas by the slice.

Astoria's Best Pizza Shop Closes Permanently, Citing Rent Increase

After a three-year run on 34th Avenue, Best Pizza said financial hardships had forced it to close — but it may live on as a "ghost kitchen."

Brewery To Open In New Long Island City Apartment Tower

Queens-based Finback Brewery will open a taproom and microbrewery later this year on the ground floor of the new Queens Plaza "Sven" tower.

4 New Mexican Restaurants Opening Across Astoria

From a corner burrito joint to a sleek taco spot, a slew of Mexican restaurants are slated to open around Astoria in the coming months.

Astoria's Viva Viva Taqueria To Close Amid Pandemic Struggles

The well-liked taqueria survived for two years on a busy stretch of 30th Avenue, but said the pandemic has taken "a financial toll."

Worldwide German Kebab Chain Opening Astoria Eatery

German Doner Kebab, which has over 100 restaurants across seven countries, will open a Steinway Street location amid its U.S. expansion.

Astoria Cafe Listed For Sale On Craigslist Weeks After Reopening

The vegan Latin American eatery underwent months of renovations and tried to move locations before reopening in March. Now it's for sale.

Family-Run Turkish Restaurant Opening On Broadway In Astoria

Replacing the former Bella Donna Pizza shop on Broadway: Turkiye, a family-owned restaurant serving up kebabs, coffee, desserts and more.

Dueling Bellucci's: New Astoria Pizzeria Set To Open After Split

Andrew Bellucci's new Astoria joint will serve its first slices this weekend. But to his dismay, the pizzeria he quit still bears his name.

New Bar Opens In Sprawling Long Island City Food Hall

The Bar at JACX&CO is the latest addition to the 15,000-square-foot food hall in Long Island City. A happy hour deal will toast the opening.

Astoria 'SLDR' Restaurant Nears Opening After 2-Year Wait

The Broadway burger joint that has advertised its opening for more than a year is finally getting close, its owner told Patch.

Astoria Restaurant Shut Down By City Over Mice, Sanitary Issues

A Chinese restaurant on Broadway was temporarily closed by the Health Department after inspectors found signs of rodents and other issues.

Long-Awaited Astoria Food Hall Will Open More Restaurants Soon

The eagerly anticipated global food hall on 31st Street will soon open two more restaurants after inaugurating its first eatery last month.

Paris Baguette Opens First Long Island City Storefront

The bakery chain is the first of several eateries to move into a row of Jackson Avenue storefronts near the Court Square subway station.

Astoria Taverna Briefly Shutters, Loses Business After Gas Check

Dianna Loiselle says that her family-owned eatery lost thousands of dollars and two employees after an unexpected six-day-long gas shutoff.

'Anticipated' Restaurant Openings List Includes Sunnyside Spot

The Ethiopian-Eritrean cafe is the only Queens eatery to land on Eater's list of NYC's "most anticipated" restaurant openings in 2022.

Bellucci Is Back: Infamous Pizza Chef Opens Another Astoria Spot

Andrew Bellucci, who helped open and then left Bellucci's Pizza​ on 30th Ave last year, is soon opening another pizzeria down the street.

12 Astoria, LIC Eateries Join NYC Restaurant Week: Here's Where

More than of the Queens eateries that made the cut are Astoria and Long Island City favorites.

Astoria Bagelry Among NYC's Most Popular Bagel Shops, Data Shows

Astoria's Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company was one of the most ordered-from bagel shops citywide in 2021, according to Grubhub data.

Ham Sandwich At LIC Bakery Named Among The Best Dishes Of 2021

Chief Eater critic Ryan Sutton compared the ham sandwich at Ghaya​, famed pastry chef Ghaya Oliveira's cafe, to an "elegant monster truck."

Astoria-Made Stew Among NY Times Critic's Favorite Dishes Of 2021

Pete Wells described egusi, a West African stew made at Astoria's Nneji, as "rich and luxurious."

The Sparrow Tavern Reopens This Week After Closing In 2020

The beloved tavern closed amid the shutdown of NYC's restaurants and bars in 2020, but is reopening for dinner and drinks as of Wednesday.

Astoria Bakery With 'Stellar' Pastries Lands Glowing Review

Bench Flour Bakers, which just opened in Astoria after years of planning, was recognized for its pastries and sandwiches by Gothamist.