Long Island City

Long Island City

Waterfront views, luxury high-rises, and probably more breweries per square foot than anywhere else in NYC. The MoMA PS1 keeps things artsy, while Gantry Plaza State Park gives you those Instagram-worthy skyline shots. Yeah, Amazon bailed, but the food scene's exploding and you can be in Midtown in like 5 minutes. Just watch out for all the construction.

Brooklyn Boulders Queensbridge

Long Island City · Rock Climbing
Brooklyn Boulders Queensbridge
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Modern climbing hub blending rope walls, bouldering, and fitness classes with co-working...

Casa Enrique

Long Island City · Mexican · $$$
Casa Enrique
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Michelin-starred yet approachably priced Mexican gem serving Chiapas-rooted family...

Court 16 Long Island City - Tennis & Pickleball

Long Island City · Tennis
Court 16 Long Island City - Tennis & Pickleball
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Futuristic LED courts transform between tennis and pickleball. All-ages programming...

Debbie's

Long Island City · Speakeasy · $$
Debbie's
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Sultry speakeasy vibe meets modern mixology. Live jazz and themed soirées enhance...

Doughnut Plant

Long Island City · Doughnuts · $
Doughnut Plant
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Pioneering artisanal bakery crafts innovative, gourmet doughnuts since 1994. All-natural...

Dutch Kills

Long Island City · Cocktail bar · $$
Dutch Kills
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Prohibition-era speakeasy vibe meets modern mixology mastery. Handcrafted ice, bespoke...

Finback Brewery

Long Island City · Brewery · $
Finback Brewery
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Queens brewery pouring 20+ rotating taps—lagers to sours—with Asian-inspired small plates,...

Gantry Plaza State Park

Long Island City · Park
Gantry Plaza State Park
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Twelve-acre waterfront park featuring panoramic Midtown Manhattan views, historic 1920s...

HEYTEA Long Island City

Long Island City · Cafe · $
HEYTEA Long Island City
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Fresh fruit teas and premium boba draw massive crowds to this takeout-only spot. Grape...

iFLY Indoor Skydiving New York - Queens

Long Island City · Quirky & Niche
iFLY Indoor Skydiving New York - Queens
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State-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel simulates 120-mph freefall from 11,000 feet. Expert...

Jax Pizza Joint

Long Island City · Pizza · $
Jax Pizza Joint
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Third-generation NYC pizza dynasty delivers classic New York slices and inventive pies...

LIC Bar

Long Island City · $
LIC Bar
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Hidden speakeasy behind a vinyl cafe, featuring all-vinyl DJ sets spanning salsa to...

Little Banchan Shop

Long Island City · Korean · $
Little Banchan Shop
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Korean banchan specialist offering refrigerated side dishes ($6–$10), casual counter...

Movement LIC

Long Island City · Rock Climbing
Movement LIC
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Sprawling 23,000-square-foot warehouse facility with 45-foot rope walls, weekly-reset...

Ninth Street Espresso

Long Island City · Cafe · $
Ninth Street Espresso
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Micro-roastery meets café. Minimalist menu focuses on expertly crafted espresso....

Ode á la Rose

Long Island City · Florist
Ode á la Rose
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This artisan florist exudes French elegance, specializing in exquisite rose-based...

Oh! Calcutta

Long Island City · Indian · $$
Oh! Calcutta
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Vibrant West Bengal eatery. Relaxed atmosphere with vintage Calcutta photos. Specializes...

Record Room

Long Island City · Cocktail bar · Listening Room · $
Record Room
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Hidden speakeasy behind a vinyl cafe where live DJs spin exclusive records in a retro-chic...

Remix Market

Long Island City · Thrift Store
Remix Market
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This vibrant secondhand shop redefines shopping with its commitment to sustainability and...

Rocco's Italian Sausages & Cheese Steaks

Long Island City · Sandwich · $
Rocco's Italian Sausages & Cheese Steaks
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Walk-up stand in Home Depot parking lot serving oversized Philly cheesesteaks and Italian...

SHI

Long Island City · Japanese · $$$
SHI
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Waterfront Pan-Asian gem blends Chinese and Japanese cuisines. Stunning Manhattan views...

Takumen

Long Island City · Ramen · $$
Takumen
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Cozy izakaya-inspired fusion spot. Charming Japanese cottage ambiance with pitched wooden...

Tamashii Blue

Long Island City · Ramen · $
Tamashii Blue
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Compact Long Island City ramen shop serving hearty chashu, shio, and miso bowls plus...

The Gutter Bar LIC

Long Island City · Bowling
The Gutter Bar LIC
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Retro-cool venue blends vintage bowling with craft beer culture. Eight walk-in lanes,...

The Newsroom

Long Island City · Fusion · $$$
The Newsroom
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Prohibition-era speakeasy behind newsstand facade. Push soda machine to enter....

Utopia Bagels

Long Island City · Deli & Bagel · $
Utopia Bagels
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Hand-rolled, kettle-boiled New York-style bagels with chewy texture. Family-owned since...

Vanessa's Dumpling House

Long Island City · Dim Sum · $
Vanessa's Dumpling House
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Bustling Beijing-style dumpling haven. Affordable, flavorful varieties draw locals and...