Guidebook for Long Island City
Arts & Culture
This funky outpost of Manhattan’s Museum of Modern Art is right in our backyard .Great summer warm up parties and other fun events all year around . Its also just a few blocks away from the loft.
575 locals recommend
MoMA PS1
22-25 Jackson AveThis funky outpost of Manhattan’s Museum of Modern Art is right in our backyard .Great summer warm up parties and other fun events all year around . Its also just a few blocks away from the loft.
This is one of my personal favorite Museums.
It just happens to be located in Long island city.
192 locals recommend
Noguchi Museum
9-01 33rd RoadThis is one of my personal favorite Museums.
It just happens to be located in Long island city.
LIC gets a lot of street cred from 5 Pointz, a graffiti haven that attracts famous aerosol artists from around the world. The best view of this urban art gallery is from the Queens bound seven train
12 locals recommend
5Pointz
LIC gets a lot of street cred from 5 Pointz, a graffiti haven that attracts famous aerosol artists from around the world. The best view of this urban art gallery is from the Queens bound seven train
Our neighborhood is the best place to celebrity spot. If you’re watching a show filmed in NYC, chances are it’s being filmed around the block from us at Silvercup Studios. Sex and the City, Girls,ect
8 locals recommend
Silvercup Studios
42-22 22nd StOur neighborhood is the best place to celebrity spot. If you’re watching a show filmed in NYC, chances are it’s being filmed around the block from us at Silvercup Studios. Sex and the City, Girls,ect
The Laughing Devil is more than just a comedy club, it is the best night out in LIC, or NYC for that matter. Whether you are watching a performance by some of the world's top comedians.
13 locals recommend
The Standing Room
4738 Vernon BoulevardThe Laughing Devil is more than just a comedy club, it is the best night out in LIC, or NYC for that matter. Whether you are watching a performance by some of the world's top comedians.
Drinks & Nightlife
If you prefer a chilled out scene with a classic NYC vibe, this is the place. LIC Bar is a neighborhood institution and as authentic as it gets. While it’s simply a cool place to grab a drink, some ni
38 locals recommend
LIC Bar
45-58 Vernon BlvdIf you prefer a chilled out scene with a classic NYC vibe, this is the place. LIC Bar is a neighborhood institution and as authentic as it gets. While it’s simply a cool place to grab a drink, some ni
Dutch Kills offers the best of NYC’s cocktail scene. The bar tenders are pros and you cannot go wrong. The speakeasy vibe brings you back to another time in American history but the cocktail list feat
104 locals recommend
Dutch Kills
27-24 Jackson AveDutch Kills offers the best of NYC’s cocktail scene. The bar tenders are pros and you cannot go wrong. The speakeasy vibe brings you back to another time in American history but the cocktail list feat
Food Scene
In search of an authentic diner experience? Search no more. Aunt Rosie and her family are straight out of an American TV show. The food is tasty and the price is right.
Niforos Coffee Shop
43-57 11th StIn search of an authentic diner experience? Search no more. Aunt Rosie and her family are straight out of an American TV show. The food is tasty and the price is right.
Court Square Diner
45-30 23rd StExcellent food
While the name is a bit confusing - there is no market per se - all the food is market fresh at this neighborhood restaurant. LIC Market is a go to for brunch on the weekend and their soups and salad
56 locals recommend
LIC Market
21-52 44th DrWhile the name is a bit confusing - there is no market per se - all the food is market fresh at this neighborhood restaurant. LIC Market is a go to for brunch on the weekend and their soups and salad
JOHN BROWN’S SMOKEHOUSE
We can’t get enough of this good old American BBQ. In Local territory, every hour is “John Brown o’clock”. Head over there for fantastic meats and local brews. Chow down on
42 locals recommend
John Brown Smokehouse
27-20 40th AvenueJOHN BROWN’S SMOKEHOUSE
We can’t get enough of this good old American BBQ. In Local territory, every hour is “John Brown o’clock”. Head over there for fantastic meats and local brews. Chow down on
Parks & Nature
Gantry Plaza State Park
4-44 47th RdExcellent view of Manhattan beautiful piers.
Really cool outdoor sculptures .
Great views of Manhattan
238 locals recommend
Socrates Sculpture Park
32-01 Vernon BlvdReally cool outdoor sculptures .
Great views of Manhattan
Everything Else
LIC Flea & Food is the largest outdoor artisan market in Queens County. From June to October, the market is open rain or shine every Saturday and Sunday from 10am-6pm. Enjoy some great eats.
24 locals recommend
LIC Flea & Food
5-25 46th AveLIC Flea & Food is the largest outdoor artisan market in Queens County. From June to October, the market is open rain or shine every Saturday and Sunday from 10am-6pm. Enjoy some great eats.
Essentials
Excellent food , and pre made dishes.Two locations,new location just a few blocks away.
43-10 Crescent St.
57 locals recommend
Foodcellar Market
4-85 47th RdExcellent food , and pre made dishes.Two locations,new location just a few blocks away.
43-10 Crescent St.
Excellent food , pre-made dishes .Fresh pasta pizza salad bar gourmet coffee and baked goods.
Lots of Gourmet and Organic food available
20 locals recommend
Foodcellar & Co.
43-18 Crescent St Excellent food , pre-made dishes .Fresh pasta pizza salad bar gourmet coffee and baked goods.
Lots of Gourmet and Organic food available
Key Food Supermarkets
1769 2nd AveJust around the corner great prices