Neighborhood

beebe's

In our very own lobby, Beebe's features crispy thin, topped to the edge pies, which pay tribute to NY’s original style pizza from a century earlier. The New American cuisine with Italian & NY influences, features new takes on classic meat, pasta and market driven dishes.

casa enrique

The only Michelin starred Mexican in NYC is reason alone to stay in LIC. Authentic and fresh.

john brown's bbq

Bringing authentic Kansas City style BBQ to Long Island City, so you know its real. No-nonsense and plentiful sides to boot, we recommend coming here with an empty stomach.

m. wells steakhouse

Body shop turned steakhouse, M. Wells is home to the finest quality meat in Long Island City and the surrounding neighborhoods. If you’re not in the mood for steak, try the oysters- they won’t disappoint.

moma ps1

Experimental, contemporary and exhibitionist are a few of the words used to describe LIC’s oldest and largest art institution. For new artists, ideas and trends you’ll need more than one afternoon at this spot.

Museum of the Moving Image: If you’re a millennial or a digital media junkie…..

the noguchi museum

The two-story museum and adjacent sculpture garden, that showcases Isamu Noguchi’s work is an oasis not to be missed. There are 12 galleries and a gift shop within the museum.

socrates sculpture park

We don’t have enough space to describe the myriad of offerings and activities at this incredible park…An Outdoor Cinema, a Greenmarket, Performances and so much more. A must see, every time in town. 

lockwood shop

Lifestyle store, serving Western Queens and beyond. Here, in this colorful 1,300 square-foot shop just off of bustling Broadway, you’ll find chic housewares, stylish handbags and clothing, beautiful modern furniture, greeting cards, art, books, and gifts for all tastes. Lockwood also sports a huge kids section, offering children’s books, clothing, and more for the little ones in your life.

lockwood style

The sister store to Lockwood Shop for indie fashion. 

loveday 31

A vintage boutique in Astoria

madison avenue

Take the N from Queensboro Plaza one or two stops west to where they do it best. Bloomingdales, Barney's and Bergdorf Goodman. If boutiques are more your thing, start at 59th Street & Madison, and continue all the way up to the 90's. 

soho

Continue on the N (25 minutes) train to Broadway and Prince and NYC’s most hip and fashionable neighborhood 

lic flea

This Open-air bazaar in summer and indoor market in winter has something for everyone. Events like a sweets festival and a beer garden, as well as access by subways and water taxi (a free bus shuttles visitors to and from the East River Ferry Terminal) has made LIC Flea a favorite weekend destination for locals and visitors. 

rent a citi bike

Grab a Citi Bike and explore LIC and nearby Astoria or even take a ride over the Ed Koch bridge into Manhattan. Nearest bike station 1 block away. See link for availability and location for pick up and drop off.

Mina's

Mina’s is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant at MoMA PS1 from chef Mina Stone, featuring slow-cooked, homestyle dishes typically found on family dinner tables throughout Greece. Often accompanied by live music and in collaboration with a variety of wine purveyors.

brooklyn grange rooftop farm

The world’s largest roof Farm right here in LIC! Brooklyn Grange’s flagship Farm is actually in… yup, Queens. Check website for visitor hours and events which range from butcher paper dinners, to flower arrangement classes to mozzarella making. How lucky are we?

gantry state park

There are many great parks in NYC, but there are very few that offer spectacular, beautiful and unobstructed views of the New York skyline for taking your best New York photos, and a unique opportunity to enjoy an oasis in the middle of the hustle and bustle of New York on benches, . It is what makes it very unique and sets it apart as one of the most amazing parks in New York City.

Murray’s Cheese Bar

Murray’s new flagship location in LIC offers both a full service food bar and cheese shop all under one roof. Look out for seasonally inspired menus and bento box style cheese boards.

Adda Indian Canteen

For simple and flavorful Indian cuisine, Adda delivers in both quality and taste with homestyle cooking and impactful dishes in a casual setting.

Woodbines

One of LIC’s proper gastropubs, Woodbines offers a thoughtful selection of craft beer along with bar bites and larger plates.

American Brass

Set along the waterfront, American Brass provides an upscale dining experience with eclectic brasserie style food and drink. 

Cafe Henri

Indulge in French bistro style food and setting at Cafe Henri. Their simple home-style decor and food will give you the European feels, a piece of Paris in LIC.

The Museum of the Moving Image

The Museum of the Moving Image is a media museum located in a former building of the historic Astoria Studios, in the Astoria neighborhood of Queens.