Sept. 3, 2008

Sept. 4, 2008 From Yelp.com: meh. although i was impressed with how spacious this place is, i wasn't impressed with much else. it was just okay. we sat outside, which made me feel like i was somewhere other than astoria. i doubt…

Sept. 2, 2008 I lost my SD-card with pictures somewhere around 30 Ave and Steinway Street, Astoria (Queens). I could loose either on a subway stop (Astoria/Ditmars bound) or N/W trains on Sunday, August 31.

Sept. 2, 2008 From Yelp.com: I've only been to Avenue once and while I enjoyed my experience, it wasn't the most amazing thing ever. I thought the food was tasty, the portions were big (I had to bring half of it home with me),…

Sept. 2, 2008 From Yelp.com: This place is a total rip off. Their website advertises a womans haircut at $20 and up. I took my sister here to get a haircut last night and the bill came to $57. When I asked why it was so expensive…

Sept. 2, 2008 From Yelp.com: It's cheap, it's conveniently located, and it's tasty. I've only ever ordered the falafels and I haven't been let down yet. I tend to order for delivery because the actual establishment is unbearable…

Sept. 2, 2008 From Yelp.com: I recently became C-Town's neighbor and I wasn't sure what to expect from a NYC-area grocery store. I'm a product of Top's Markets and Wegman's - so sue me. Anyway, I was pleasantly surprised! They…

Sept. 1, 2008 From Yelp.com: Saloon is awesome! Everyone here really seems to know what they are doing. I have had two great cuts and color here and left extremely happy. One night they even stayed late just for me. Very…

Aug. 31, 2008 New York Post — Brian Hopkins, 25, of Astoria, was discovered engulfed in flames at about 4 a.m. atop the high-speed Acela train, having been jolted by 27,500 volts from arcing overhead wires.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

May 19, 2007 Taken by the Flickr user pdstahl and uploaded on August 31, 2008.

Aug. 31, 2008 From Yelp.com: Finally a decent Indian restaurant in Astoria. Not too pricey (prix fixe is a good deal) and with a more modern feel than most take-out places. If you like your food with a little kick, make sure to…

Aug. 31, 2008 From Yelp.com: This place has some excellent pizza. It's affordable and has a ton of different kinds of pie. The guy that runs the place is extremely nice and pretty much does it all. There is also some other…

Aug. 31, 2008 From Yelp.com: Had the tuna salad, had too much mayo. Had a gin and tonic, had too little tonic. Had a good time sitting out side. Had a nice waitress. Have to give it another go i suppose.

Aug. 31, 2008 From Yelp.com: an unassuming pub, yet full of rowdy drinking folks and good live music. at least, that's how it is on a saturday night.

Aug. 30, 2008 New York Post — Phivos Ioannou, 47, of Astoria, could get 15 years in prison if found guilty of grand larceny and identity theft.

Aug. 30, 2008 New York Times — Queens Boulevard in Woodside, you go under some railroad arches near 67th Street, with windows. It’s a dark and sinister-looking structure, which makes me wonder: Who manages these arches and what’s inside them?

Aug. 30, 2008 From Yelp.com: A highly successful and modern take on Astoria's classic Greek fare. Great salads and Greek favorites like fried calamari start the meal right. The fresh fish hot off the grill is hard to beat. The…

Aug. 29, 2008 Joey in Astoria — Tonight there was a tasting offered to the members of WhyLeaveAstoria.com and the accompanying Meetup.com groups. The newer-ish spot was Boite a Cafe (40-17 30th Ave) a small french restaurant amid the craziness of the all night cafes of 30th Ave.

Aug. 29, 2008 New York Sun — Paul Newman, 32, is allegedly part of a team of robbers who would choke and place guns at the heads of cab drivers in Astoria and Flushing, demanding money and, in three instances, stealing the cabs.

Aug. 29, 2008 From Yelp.com: This is some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. The selection is typical chinese fare - general whatsit and kung pao meat, rice, seafood, etc. I've had the orange chicken and general tso's, both…

Aug. 29, 2008 From Yelp.com: little bistro that could. I did a tasting last night for $15.00 Five courses that touched different notes on my palate. The food was fresh and the portions were very generous. Cauliflower soup,…

Aug. 29, 2008 From Yelp.com: Was a pleasant surprise. Went there after a dinner down the block with a group group of people I had just met. Had actually walked past the place on my way to the restaurant and thought on the outside…

Aug. 29, 2008 From Yelp.com: I went to Boite a Cafe tonight as part of a tasting menu meal, which was great since I was able to sample many items on the menu. On the whole, it was a great experience. The menu I had provided me…

Aug. 29, 2008 From Yelp.com: I went to Off the Vine on my way to a tasting meal at a nearby restaurant and have to say I enjoyed my experience there. That said, there is easily room for improvement, hence the three star review.…

Aug. 29, 2008 From Yelp.com: I went on a Friday night, and it was nearly empty. There was a table nearby with some rowdy teenagers, who were also allowed to control the music. The wait staff was very friendly, though. I got the…

Aug. 28, 2008 From Yelp.com: Just ordered from here for the first time - got a two person serving of Paella for $12 each (min.2 person order to get it). I'm no expert, but I really enjoyed it. And what a treat to get Paella…