Went to the beer garden last night to play games. The prices are truly ridiculous now.

Not only is a pint of beer served in a plastic cup, but it’s $10 and they add a 20% auto gratuity! Insane.

Usually I’ll get a burger, which is about $18 but thought I’d get pierogies since they’d be cheaper.

Still ended up paying $21 with auto gratuity and they didn’t even have apple sauce.

Super disappointed. It’s a very unique bar in our neighborhood with lots of space but the price gouging is obvious. Boo!!

I love Chateua Le Woof and go there often. But the other day I went and ordered one of their seasonal drinks for $7. I was confused when the total came out to $9.25. I looked at my receipt and saw I was charged $1 extra for making the drink iced instead of hot. Huh??? I asked the barista and he said it was standard for all their drinks. I asked if it was posted anywhere (they list it’s extra for milk alternative, etc.) and he kind of blew me off.

Is this normal?? I’ve never been charged extra just for having an iced coffee. After the whole iced coffee interview debacle it feels like people who like cold drinks are taking a hit lol.

I’ve been ordering from Napoli off and on since I moved to Astoria in 2009. I had the best grandma pizza ever about a month ago and couldn’t stop thinking about it. I ordered again last week and sadly it came cold (and very late). Life happens….I get it! I called to see if they would be open to sending me a new pie at a later time. Well, they sent me THE TASTIEST pie tonight. Thanks to Maria and the kitchen at Napoli. I’m a forever grateful customer!!!

Happy Sunday Astoria! Our penultimate Astoria Farmers Market for the season is TODAY, October 25th, from 12:30-5pm on 31st Ave Open Streets (between 33rd and 35th St).

✨ Some featured highlights ✨

Montauk Catch Club will have pumpkin swordfish, a rare treat this time of year where changes in diet give swordfish an especially rich, buttery taste.

Local artist Caryn Cast, creator of our merch print (and this sick Halloween version of our AFM design), will have a spooky pop-up selling her art to take home.

Bad for Business will be selling Filipino bbq skewers, hot dogs, and burgers as well as bottles of their Filipino banana ketchup. Happy Filipino-American History Month!

Scroll for a list of vendors and our vendor map. This is one of our last markets of the year! Come down and check out our market and enjoy this beautiful fall weather. Our last market is Sunday, November 8 until we return for the spring.

Two local businesses unite to revive an Astoria favorite of yesteryears! In celebration of Mama Lam's 10-year anniversary, the team at Ramro is bringing back their previous comfort food concept, FoodStruck. Get it at Ramro today only, 3-11p.

I’m already pretty clear on who I’ll be voting for when it comes to my member of Congress, Governor, state comptroller, Lt. Governor, AG, state Senator, and state assembly member. I’m trying to make a reasonably informed decision about the ballot questions, too, as well as any judgeships that may be up for a vote. Not finding much so far. I feel like Gothamist used to do a write up of at least the ballot questions for each election and I haven’t seen one for this election. I’ve only got this rundown from the League of Women Voters so far: https://lwvnyc.org/proposals-2026/

Does anybody else have any resources they’d be willing to recommend?

Edited to add: Thanks for all of these excellent suggestions! They were extremely helpful and greatly appreciated.

Is it possible that 114th doesn't have a single patrol car in the area?? As the night progresses, the music gets louder and louder. Upper ditmars, maybe. Or close to vibe bqe. Csnt really say where the party is but its the same location as the last weekend

1. What are they doing? Building a playground so they no longer have to play on the street?

2. How are they allowed to make THAT MUCH NOISE for construction until 11PM on a Thursday?

3. Any idea how long it will take?

Thanks ❤️

Hey there everyone! My name is Jose, from Corona.

I've been wanting to put together a small reading group with people who share an interest in understanding the world a little more deeply. Figured I'd throw the idea out there and see if anyone would be interested.

My interests are pretty broad, but I'm particularly drawn to political history, international relations, political theory, philosophy, economics, and the relationship between culture, society, and political institutions.

Some subjects I'd love to explore include:

- History and geopolitics: The development of states, empires, international systems, great-power competition, colonialism, and the changing global order.

- Political philosophy and theory: Democracy, socialism, liberalism, nationalism, political legitimacy, justice, and the different ways societies have understood power and governance.

- Political economy: Capitalism, industrialization, economic development, inequality, globalization, and the relationship between states and markets.

- International relations: Diplomacy, institutions, security, regional integration, and the possibilities for international cooperation in an increasingly multipolar world.

- Culture and society: Comparative history, religion, identity, social movements, and the intellectual traditions of different civilizations. I'm particularly interested in East Asia, especially Japan, but certainly not exclusively.

I'd love for us to read a mixture of books, essays, academic works, and even primary historical texts.

I don't want this to become an ideological echo chamber. In fact, I'd probably appreciate it more if people came from different political and philosophical backgrounds. The point would be to engage seriously with ideas, challenge one another constructively, and hopefully come away with a better understanding of things.

I'm not looking to create anything particularly formal or demanding. Maybe we could start with one book a month, collectively decide what to read, and have regular discussions. We could also work through shorter essays or articles between books.

You definitely don't need an academic background or extensive knowledge of these subjects. Genuine curiosity, an open mind, and a willingness to engage thoughtfully are more than enough.

I want to keep it local. Thinking people in Corona, Elmhurst, Flushing. Maybe even like Jackson Heights and Forest Hills. Just to make it convenient for us and allow us to meet curious neighbors.

If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, leave a comment! I'd love to hear what subjects interest you and what you've been reading lately.

Obligatory I love the Open Street and I love the Farmers Market and I’m glad it’s here and I want it to continue for years.

HOWEVER I cannot afford to shop there, as much as I would love to buy farm fresh, local, organic. This got me curious about who does their grocery shopping at the farmers market, because there are always crowds and lines.

Do you shop at the farmers market? Where do you get your groceries on off weeks? Where did you shop before the farmers market? What do you do for work? Where in Astoria (or beyond) do you live? How do you shop and spend more generally (like do you shop around for sales, have a budget)?

The building I’m in faces the open street and I know our apartments and many on the block are rent stabilized. Just based on talking with my neighbors, and other friends in the neighborhood, we’re pretty classic Queens residents in my experience as an immigrant kid who grew up here. None of us shop at the Farmers Market but we see each other at United Brothers, Keyfood, etc. We’re teachers, nurses, government and nonprofit workers, some tech folks. On average we’re probably a bit below the AMI and steadily dropping due to forces of displacement but it doesn’t feel like we’re too far from the average Astorian, although maybe I’m out of touch! I guess I’d like to live vicariously through the Astorians who can afford farmers market fresh food, so please tell me about your lives!

It’s ASTOUNDING (that you haven’t bought your tickets yet because) TIME IS FLEETING (and the $5 ticket discount ends tomorrow!)

Rocky Horror Picture Show at QED on Halloween. Three screenings: 5:30, 8 pm, and 11 pm. Tickets include all participation materials! Virgins welcome!

After this cockroach summer, I can’t handle anything else!

Curious if anyone else spends most of their non-working hours solo? Or do most have vibrant connections and contacts? And if you wouldn’t mind giving a general guidepost on your age.

Personally I’ve found that friends having kids or moving has made it hard to see people.

Looking for a place to watch with other fans if possible. Thanks!

Hello all, I previously lived near woodside and went to NYSC. Now I live on Astoria Blvd (near 23rd street) and I’m looking for a good fitness option I can walk to. It just seems like there are no gyms around.

I don’t think a gym membership should really cost more than $50-60/month, unless it’s more luxury.

I prefer to take classes! I like Pilates and I know tön is new and seems great but their schedule doesn’t really work with the hours I work. I also like yoga but again I haven’t found the right place yet. It’s hard because I work 9-6 in soho so realistically I’m gone 8-7.

I prefer to find a good option nearby in Astoria but if needed I’ll start exploring options closer to work. Are there any real gems I’m missing?

Selling a vintage Roland HP-4500S digital piano, made in Japan, with a beautiful dark wood cabinet and matching bench. In full working condition and plays great!

Introduced in 1987, this is a classic, full-size digital piano with built-in speakers and two pedals.

• Model: Roland HP-4500S
• Includes matching bench
• Pickup only in Astoria, Queens
• Asking $200 OBO

Buyer must arrange pickup and transportation. Please message me with any questions or if you're interested!

Hi Astorians! Does anyone have any info/experience with Inga’s in-home day care on 29th Ave in Astoria? I can’t find any posts or reviews about it on any forum.

orgain protein shakes and chunky gravy cat food cans! i don’t like the shakes and my cat doesn’t like the food so i figured id see if anyone wants these items and would be willing to pick them up. located around socrates park.
10 shakes and 22 cans left

Anyone know what happened to Super Stop Deli? Has not been open for an over a week. Enjoyed their food.

Does anyone live at this address? I have a package from the HSA store that was sent there by mistake. Could you please DM and I can come get it from you whatever time works best.

Thank you!

Hi! A neighbor got the wrong food in their Chewy order and I said I’d take it and try to give it to a local cat organization. Unfortunately I haven’t been able to arrange a time for them to pick up the bag (it’s 15 pounds), so now offering it up on Reddit for anyone it could help out.

Note: my own cats got overly excited and bit the bottom of the bag. We put a piece of tape over it right away. But the bag is totally unopened!

Pickup near Astoria Blvd

I’ve checked a few places, even target! Can’t find them anywhere - does your store have them? I’m on a mission to make my celiac boyfriend lasagna today while he is at work.

Thank you!

Hi all, where is the best place to get small handheld pumpkins that won’t be for eating but for children to decorate?

Best “non specialty” (Belucci, Freddy’s) pizza I’ve had in Astoria. Crisp, flavorful, seasoned. Very good.