Dining & Nightlife News – QNS

Somedays Bakery owners Nick Zias and Joe Vaccaro (holding ceremonial scissors) were joined by associates, representatives from Cord Meyer, and a host of elected officials, including NYS Senator Toby Ann Stavisky; NYS Assemblyman Edward Braunstein; and NYC Councilwoman Vickie Paladino. Also adding to the festivities were representatives from Bay Terrace Community Alliance, Queens Community Board 7 & 11, Queens Chamber of Commerce, Bayside Business Association, and Boys & Girls Club of Queens.

Bayside

Bayside gets a taste of something special with Somedays Bakery

By Jessica Militello

Cinco de Mayo completes repair work to its ceiling after suffering significant damage during last week's flood. Photo courtesy of Cinco de Mayo.

News

Bayside businesses remain open despite significant flood damage from recent storm

By Shane O’Brien

The Greenpoint Lighting Avenue aims to make Greenpoint Avenue safer and brighter for pedestrians while also celebrating the diversity of local businesses. Photo: Cameron Blaylock.

News

Sunnyside Shines unveils Greenpoint Avenue lighting initiative, crowns commercial corridor as ‘Avenue of the World’

By Shane O’Brien

Avo Taco has an array of tasty specialty cocktails and specializes in a range of tacos from chicken, to steak, shrimp, and veggie options.

Bayside

Avo Taco: A must-visit destination offering tacos, margaritas and outdoor dining in Queens

By Jessica Militello

Oasis Cafe

Astoria

Unwind after hours at these cozy Queens cafes

By Jessica Militello

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Astoria

Cool off this summer with margaritas in Queens

By Paulina Albarracin

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Sunnyside

KORA in Sunnyside crowned Queens’ best bakery by the Queens Chamber of Commerce

By Bill Parry

Blu Ember brings an upscale vibe and a blend of Asian and American dishes to Flushing.

Flushing

Flushing’s flavor fusion: Discover Blu Ember at The Westin

By Jessica Militello

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Flushing

IYKYK speakeasy in Flushing offers unique cocktails and Asian tapas

By Jessica Militello

A medley of ice cream, served in vintage silver medal dishes, at Eddie's Sweet Shop in Forest Hills.

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day at Eddie’s Sweet Shop in Forest Hills

By Paulina Albarracin

An assortment of handmade Italian pasta dishes from Il Gigante in Ridgewood.

Ridgewood

Il Gigante serves up handmade pasta in the heart of Ridgewood

By Jessica Militello

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News

Tim Hollingsworth brings Michelin-Inspired dining to Belmont Park

By Jessica Militello

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Whitestone

A hidden gem in Whitestone, Concettina serves up authentic Amalfi Coast cuisine

By Jessica Militello

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A taste of France arrives in Forest Hills with the opening of Tourmaline

By Jessica Militello

spanglish

Spanglish restaurant and agaveria opens in East Elmhurst with birria pizza and mezcal flights

By Jessica Militello

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Elmhurst

Love Cookies, an Elmhurst-based operation, reimagines Asian childhood sweets in cookie form

By Jessica Militello

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News

Kids eat free at Queens Applebee’s this July 4th weekend

By Athena Dawson

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Bayside

Akito Japanese Cuisine brings fresh flavors to Bell Boulevard in Bayside

By Jessica Militello

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Bayside

Tech meets tradition at Dim Sum Bloom’s new Bayside location

By Jessica Militello

momo ashi

Bayside

Bayside cool: Momo Ashi’s bubble tea and charm keep customers coming back

By Jessica Militello

shakespeare in the park

News

Free Shakespeare in the Park performance coming to Queens Night Market this Saturday

By Shane O’Brien

Döner Haus

Bayside

German-style halal eatery Döner Haus opens on Bell Blvd. in Bayside

By Jessica Militello

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News

Outdoor bars and beer gardens to enjoy this summer in Queens

By Jessica Militello

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News

New York Times names 14 Queens spots among city’s best restaurants of 2025

By Czarinna Andres

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