Long Island City bars near MoMA PS1

After dancing at MoMA PS1’s Warm Up parties, tie one on at these Long Island City bars

Saturday June 21 2014

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The proximity between contemporary-art museum MoMA PS1 and much-mourned graffiti epicenter 5Pointz makes this corner of Queens a top choice for a day out, but on summer weekends, this block in Long Island City really comes alive. MoMA PS1 reignites its weekly Warm Up parties (Jun 28–Sep 6, $20, advance $18, 3pm–9pm) and this summer's performers include Yeezus producer Evian Christ, Dâm-Funk and the pop/electronic duo Cibo Matto. Events finish while the night is still young, so continue the good times with these choice Long Island City bars.

RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Warm Up at MoMA PS1

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The Creek and the Cave

Comedy
Long Island City
price 1 of 4

This artsy taqueria is home to a restaurant, a performance space, a kitschy downstairs lounge that hosts stand-up and improv comics on weekends and a secluded back patio. We suggest heading directly to the idyllic garden, where you can regroup from a sweaty afternoon at PS1’s Warm Up dance party with a few strong margaritas (pint $8, pitcher $26) and an order of chips and guacamole ($4.95–$6.95). 7-minute walk

LIC Bar

Beer bars
Long Island City
price 1 of 4

Photograph: David Rosensweig

The dark-wood interior of this century-old local has its allure, but in nicer weather, the back patio offers a haven for enjoying live music, comedy and trivia several nights a week. Order a Lagunitas or Harpoon IPA ($6) and soak up some vitamin D with your crew in the brick-walled space. Those looking to cool off can always seek shade beneath the small overhang. 7-minute walk

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Dutch Kills

Cocktail bars
Long Island City
price 2 of 4

Suspenders-clad bartenders hand-cut ice blocks for all the tipples served at this spacious and heavily air-conditioned bar, but the chill factor doesn’t end there: Despite the high-end speakeasy vibe, the refreshingly low-key Dutch Kills slings both classic cocktails and seasonal inventions. Time your arrival to the Battle Axe Gleason happy hour (Sun–Thu, Sun 5–7pm), when drink specials can be had for $8. 8-minute walk

Alobar

American
Long Island City
price 2 of 4

Skip the usual brunch mimosas here. Lovers of brown spirits should visit this New American eatery for $8 whiskey cocktails and five different whiskey flights. Carry your drinks to the back patio, or commandeer one of the orange banquettes by the front or back windows, which the restaurant keeps open in fair weather. 8-minute walk

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Dominie’s Hoek

This no-frills bar is perhaps best known for having the only outdoor patio in the ’hood that stays open till 4am. But if you crash on the early side, hunker down for Dominie’s Hoek’s happy hour (Mon–Fri noon–7pm), during which any beer or sangria goes for $3. 9-minute walk

Corner Bistro

Hamburgers
Long Island City
price 1 of 4

This second location of the West Village fave maintains all the old-timey charm of the original, complete with $3 mugs of McSorley’s Light and Dark (as well as Bud) and the same tasty burger that made the place famous. The former Casino Restaurant space has been completely renovated to mimic the flagship’s interior, down to the painted tin ceilings, mirrored back wall and corner-facing entry. 9-minute walk

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Domaine Bar a Vins

Wine bars
Long Island City
price 2 of 4

Photograph: Dominic Perri

Sip vino on the veranda of this quaint wine bar, where $1 oysters (daily 5–7pm) and any of four rotating rosés will keep the conversation bubbling. Plan your visit on a Monday or Thursday, when Domaine offers live jazz performances alongside its regular selection of 40 wines by the glass. 11-minute walk

Alewife Queens

Beer bars
Long Island City
price 2 of 4

Photograph: Paul Wagtouicz

This high-ceilinged, bi-level destination boasts 150 seats, a lounge area, a roomy second-floor outdoor patio and 28 rotating taps pouring one of the finest craft-beer programs in the city. Hops-heads can choose from a huge selection of IPAs—including the citrusy Bear Republic Racer 5 ($5–$9)—while those averse to suds can indulge in a tangy, pale pink Rose Margarita ($9). 12-minute walk

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Studio Square

Beer bars
Astoria
price 2 of 4

For those seeking an all-out, all-day drinking adventure, a trip to this sleek party bar is well worth the walk—or quick ride on the M or R train. The enormous, multilevel, indoor-outdoor beer garden consistently draws a rowdy crowd with $13 liters of predominantly American and German drafts such as the famed Spaten Oktoberfest, plus plenty of seats for you and yours to kick back. 34-minute walk. Subway: M, R to Steinway St.

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