Stephanie P.: "Ridiculously romantic lighting, candles and fun indie rock music - a great place for a date! $9 glasses of wine, $32 for bottles - reasonably priced apps & cheese platters and a great Sunday brunch!"
Kino: "Il Bambino makes delicious paninis. I like the Italian Meatloaf Panini, with its tender meat, tomato pesto, & spicy. Beer & wine available. Soups not available in the summer. There's a Backyard Patio."
Katie R: "I love the beauty and expansiveness of this park. It saddens me to see garbage on the ground, so I try to pick up a few pieces here and there each time I visit. I'd love to see others do the same!"
Andre Plaut: "This museum is unbelievable. It's beautifully curated, interactive, and engaging. You could easily spend 3 or 4 hours here, especially if you're into film & television."
Emily Giglierano: "Great place to hang on a snowy Saturday afternoon: plenty of space, and plenty of beers to try--get a 5 oz pour to sample a wider cairety"
Eater: "Plenty of exposed brick, reclaimed wood, and soft lighting. Menu includes salads, crostini, charcuterie, and 10 pizzas. The Aggelatos Bros. are making all the mozzarella for their pizzas in house."
Tony Xerri: "Closest thing to a real European butcher you'll ever get. They have THE BEST hot dogs, liverwurst and blood sausage on the planet. More varieties of bacon than the fingers on your hand."
Serious Eats: "Your source for any and all Balkan cured meats, all done in-house. Bacon, sausages, and mortadella all excellent. Don't miss the freshly fried pork rinds."
David Torchiano: "Great family run Italian specialty store. They make great honestly dishes or come to pick up fresh cut to order meats. The homemade soprasotta is with every penny and then some...try the spicy one!"
Kevin Stapp: "Everything is great! Homemade mozzarella is to die for"
Colin M. Ford: "The Astoria-specific flavor “Nectar of the Queens” is really, really good! Pairs well with the Pistachio Squared."
Kristine Michelle: "munchies ice cream helps with sweet and salty cravings. oatmeal lace is perfect for it's dark brown sugar and pieces of oatmeal cookies. mexican hot chocolate has a good spicy kick after each bite!"