Sergio’s is one of my favorite takeout spots in Astoria for cheap, quick, and delicious Italian food. Never been inside so I have no idea what goes on behind the scenes, but always reliable for a quick chicken hero or square slice. Just note: they close at 5pm daily, so don’t expect to get any…
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There are no shortages of pizzerias or Italian restaurants in Astoria. The hard part is sifting through the masses to find the good ones. We’ve had our fair share of mediocre pizza and pastas throughout the hood, which is why we’ve made it our side mission to try them all and make our own go-to…
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Rizzo’s is an institution here in Astoria, NY. Opened in 1959 by brothers of the same surname, they’ve not only managed to thrive for 60+ years by the same family, but also opened an additional location in the LES. It’s crazy to think of that as long as I’ve lived in Astoria (8 years or…
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When we visit Stephen’s parents on Long Island, we occasionally take a side trip to other destinations in the area. Let’s be honest, getting anywhere from NYC to east Long Island is a major bitch. Luckily, the drive from where we stay on LI to, let’s say, Port Jefferson isn’t too bad. We made a…
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DIA New York, a relatively new Italian restaurant, opened in the Lower East Side. The setting is more upscale, but the food presentation and the atmosphere is more casual. They’re known for their thin crust Roman-style pizza, but the menu encompasses much more than just that. The table setup is pretty intimate and we never…
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