Apartments in Astoria
Diverse food scene with Greek roots, beer gardens, and Astoria Park
About Astoria
Astoria is Queens' most popular neighborhood for young transplants, offering incredible ethnic food diversity, reasonable rents, and a 20-minute commute to Midtown. The neighborhood's Greek heritage remains strong — you'll find tavernas and Mediterranean groceries — but waves of Egyptian, Brazilian, Colombian, and Bangladeshi immigrants have created a food scene rivaling any in NYC. Steinway Street is the main commercial strip, while 30th Avenue has a more hipster vibe with craft cocktail bars and brunch spots. Astoria Park along the East River has the city's largest public pool and stunning views of the Triborough and Hell Gate bridges. The neighborhood feels like a small town with block parties and community gardens, yet Manhattan is just across the river.
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Character
Landmarks
Astoria Park, Steinway Street, Museum of the Moving Image
Walkability & Transit
Commute Times
To Midtown
15-25 min via N/W from Astoria Blvd to Times Square
To Financial District
30-35 min via N/W to Times Square, transfer to 2/3
Dining & Nightlife
Restaurants
- Taverna Kyclades
- MP Taverna
- Vesta Trattoria
- Ornella
- Bel Aire Diner
Coffee
- The Queens Kickshaw
- Kinship Coffee
- OK Café
- Singlecut Beersmiths
Bars
- Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
- The Bonnie
- The Ditty
- Sweet Afton
Astoria has a vibrant but unpretentious nightlife. Bohemian Hall Beer Garden is legendary — one of the city's oldest and best outdoor drinking spots. 30th Avenue has cocktail bars and live music, while Broadway has more casual neighborhood watering holes.
Shopping
- Steinway Street
- 30th Avenue
- Broadway shopping
- Parisi Bakery
Parks & Recreation
- Astoria Park
- Rainey Park
- Astoria Heights Playground
- Athens Square
Schools
PS 122 Mamie Fay
Grades K-5
PS 85 Judge Charles Vallone
Grades K-5
Young Women's Leadership School
Grades 6-12
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