Chanelle G. 
Moving to Ditmars Steinway? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite Ditmars Steinway Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden (29-19 24th Ave, Queens): This community-driven beer garden serves up Czech and Slovak cuisine – think grilled bratwurst galore – along with American favorites. There’s spacious indoor and outdoor seating, plus plenty to keep you entertained like sports screens, cornhole, and darts.
- Steinway Street’s Spring Fest and Paw-rade: Springtime fun with a pet costume contest, on-site adoptions, and performances by the Afro-Latineers and Zabo Circus.
- Astoria Alive / 31st Street Festival: (Astoria–Ditmars Boulevard) This annual street fair along 31st St. is a family favorite, featuring food vendors, rides, and live entertainment, sponsored by the Astoria Restoration Association.
- The Last Word (31-30 Ditmars Blvd, Queens): This intimate cocktail lounge is the place for craft cocktails and amazing oysters. With a 1920s vibe and free live jazz on Sundays, it’s the best mixology bar in Queens – and an impressive date-night choice.
- Porta23 (29-17 23rd Ave, Queens): This spot serves up hospitality as generously as their portions. Don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you—inside, it’s a 10/10 culinary experience with deals like a $20 burger, fries, beer, and shot combo.
- Q.E.D. Astoria (27-16 23rd Ave, Queens): This intimate, community-driven space is made for and by creatives. It’s a performance venue, education center, and café all rolled into one, offering comedy shows, art classes, and more.
- The Ditty (3503 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria): A Ditmars hotspot any day of the week, this pub pairs craft beer and cocktails with bar bites, plus DJ nights, movie screenings, and late-night food.
- Taverna Kyclades (36-01 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria): Craving Greek food? Skip Manhattan and head here for the freshest seafood, Greek salad, and fried calamari. This lively restaurant is a must-visit for Greek food lovers.
- Steinway Street’s International Cultural Festival: International troupes perform the music and dance of their Native land and culture, including traditional Mexican music, Korean, Rozafati Dance (Albania), and Sheba Dance (Middle Eastern movement) performances.
- HinoMaru (33-18 Ditmars Blvd, Queens): This snug, buzzy ramen bar is all about authentic Japanese flavors and even earned a spot on the Michelin guide. Their lychee slushie is a summer favorite, while hand-crafted ramen and sushi are enjoyed year-round.
- Steinway & Sons Piano Factory (1 Steinway Pl, Queens): A must-visit for any musician, this historic factory offers tours that take you through the art of piano-making, from the raw wood to the final tuning. It’s a peek into the craftsmanship behind one of the world’s most storied piano brands.
- Astoria Park (19 19th St, Astoria): The “Central Park” of Astoria, this public park offers views over the East River. In the summer, enjoy movies in the park, a yearly fair, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, tennis courts, and a running track.
