Trendy Restaurants in Long Island City
Stay ahead of the curve in Long Island City. These are the restaurants generating buzz right now — fresh concepts, creative menus, and the kind of spaces that look as good as the food tastes.
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Drinkology NYC
Trending now — cozy & trendy spot with cocktail bar fare
Cozy-trendy LIC cocktail bar with live music, fast service, and a strong bar menu.
The Buffs
Trending now — cozy & casual spot with restaurant fare
Cozy, trendy Astoria Thai spot with small plates and a standout tea selection.
Lost in Paradise Rooftop
Trending now — trendy & lively spot with rooftop fare
High-energy LIC rooftop for cocktails, karaoke, live performances, and dancing.
The Beast Next Door
Trending now — cozy & trendy spot with cocktail bar fare
Brick-and-wood LIC cocktail bar with patio seating, charcuterie, and live music nights.
Sapps
Trending now — cozy & trendy spot with restaurant fare
Small, trendy Japanese spot for sushi, ramen, and strong cocktails in LIC.
Jora
Trending now — cozy & trendy spot with restaurant fare
Elegant Peruvian plates and pisco cocktails in a cozy-trendy Long Island City dining room.
Casa Enrique
Trending now — casual & cozy spot with restaurant fare
Michelin-starred Mexican restaurant in Long Island City serving elevated Chiapas-inspired cuisine with handmade tortillas and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Kuku Korean Cuisine LIC
Trending now — casual & cozy spot with restaurant fare
Stylish LIC Korean comfort spot for fried chicken, classics, and late-night small plates.
Dutch Kills
Trending now — cozy & trendy spot with cocktail bar fare
Moody LIC cocktail bar with hand-cut ice, throwback style, and live music.
American Brass
Trending now — upscale & trendy spot with restaurant fare
Upscale LIC waterfront American spot for steaks, seafood, cocktails, and sunset patio hangs.
Tuk Tuk
Trending now — cozy & casual spot with restaurant fare
Cozy, quiet LIC Thai spot with fast service and standout tea selection.
Café Henri
Trending now — cozy & casual spot with restaurant fare
Quaint LIC French café serving crêpes, great coffee, and a strong wine list.
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