SPOTLIGHT ON 2019 WINNERS
YOU VOTED, THEY WON:
SUMMER FUN IN THE BORO
BEST OUTDOOR
ATMOSPHERE
Dine al fresco or enjoy a drink
under the stars as The Clinton
Restaurant. The building that
that now houses the eatery was
constructed in 1901, making it one
of the oldest commercial sites in
Whitestone. It housed a speakeasy
during Prohibition and later became
a restaurant. The Babich family has
owned the restaurant since 1939 and
are now in their third generation
serving the community their delicious
homemade Italian food. The
Clinton Restaurant has extensive
indoor seating, a bar and a patio
with umbrella-shaded tables and a
variety of plants. Customers come
back for the large helpings of Italian
favorites and the friendly staff.
Come in to The Clinton for the best
Italian food in Whitestone with the
best atmosphere. 917 Clintonville
St., Whitestone, 718-746-4800,
theclintonrestaurant.com
BEST CONCERT VENUE
Forest Hills Stadium is a New
York gem in the middle of a Renaissance.
Finding the perfect venue for
a concert is a tricky task. Everyone
has their preference, but the atmosphere
is key. The venue has played
host to legendary acts such as The
Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Bob
Dylan, Barbra Streisand, and Simon
and Garfunkel, has tons of history.
It’s also in an ideal location, as it’s
a short distance from frequent
service by several rail lines and
near local dining and bars. 1 Tennis
Pl, Forest Hills, (718) 673-3472,
foresthillsstadium.com
BEST HAPPY HOUR
There’s no better place to unwind
after a hard day of work than at
Katch Astoria. At their bar with
50 taps, they have everything from
well known beers to local brews including
Grimm, Finback, Gun Hill,
Big Alice, Transmitter, Other Half,
Rockaway and many more. Katch
Astoria offers weekly food and
drink specials, trivia nights, weekend
bottomless brunch, themed
event parties and live performances
of local artists. They have a large
space complete with a banquette
area, beer garden and more than
70 TVs. Come in to Katch for great
drinks, great food and a great time
in a fun, high energy atmosphere.
33-19 Newtown Ave, Astoria
(718) 777-2230, katchastoria.com
BEST ROOFTOP BAR
Bourbon Street was Bayside’s
first rooftop bar and restaurant.
Their rooftop seating is a great
spot for a date, and they also offer
catering and party rooms for your
next big event. They have seasonal
events throughout the year including
contests, sports and more.
The New York Post called Bourbon
Street “Bayside’s best brunch on
a budget.” The eatery serves delicious
Cajun food for lunch and
dinner that is also available for
delivery. The cooks here know New
Orleans style food and offer an
authentic taste of the South right
here in Queens. Bourbon Street
has specials every weekday on top
of their already fair prices. 40-12
Bell Blvd, Bayside, 718-224-2200,
www.bourbonstreetny.com
BEST GOLF COURSE
Douglaston Golf Course, former
North Hills Country Club, became
municipal course in the early 60’s
is the most popular course and t
second busiest course in New Yo
City. The course offers a country clu
experience at a fraction of the co
The old clubhouse was complete
redesigned in 2004 and includ
a lavish catering facility. Also,
2004, the golf course underwent
major renovation by acclaimed a
chitect Stephen Kay. 6320 Marath
Pkwy, Douglaston, 718-224-656
www.golfnyc.com/douglaston_hom
BEST PARK
The site of two 20th centu
World’s Fairs attended by m
lions of people, Flushing Mea
ows Corona Park continues
draw and delight visitors. As t
largest park in Queens, it offe
plenty of space for whatever yo
recreational desires may be–bas
ball, soccer, tennis, cricket,
cetera. Lots more too, includin
a stunning recreation complex
zoo, an art museum, a botanic
garden, a science museum, an
a baseball stadium. Explore on
of the park’s six playground
take a stroll along the Flushin
Bay Promenade, or launch you
model airplane. Flushing Mea
ows Corona Park has room for a
your active pursuits! Flushin
(718) 760-6565, nycgovparks.org/park
flushing-meadows-corona-park
BEST ICE CREAM
There’s never a bad time to ha
some great ice cream. Pesso
Ices & Ice Cream has been fami
owned and operated since 200
and serves 100+ flavors of Italia
ices, cream ices, ice cream an
gelato, all made on the premis
by the family. It doesn’t get mo
New York and authentic tha
that! 203-20 35th Ave, Baysid
(718) 224-9130, pessosices.com
READY, SET, VOTE!
Vote for your favorite businesses and people in the 2020 Bethpage
Best of the Boro program through August 21st.
Step 1: Visit bestof.qns.com
Step 2: Click “Vote Now”
Step 3: Fill out form
Step 4: Select a category and click “Vote”
Step 5: Repeat for all your favorite people and businesses
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