The Chinelos Birria Tacos truck is usually parked in Long Island City right by the water, and they make fantastic, consomme-drenched birria tacos.

Remember Fieldtrip in LIC when you’re looking for a great, one-bowl meal that will eliminate your need to do dishes.

Beija Flor is a colorful, group-friendly spot in LIC where you’ll find some of the best Brazilian food in NYC.

Hupo is your best option for Chinese food in Long Island City.

Fifth Hammer is one of the best places to drink with a group in LIC.

Mina’s is an all-day Greek spot in MoMA PS1.

BLVD is a wine bar in Long Island City with a big selection of wines from all over the world and good Happy Hour deals.

Mothership Meat Company is a barbecue spot in Astoria with a great back patio and some very good ribs, and you should spend a Saturday afternoon here.

Dutch Kills serves excellent cocktails in a dark, narrow space in Long Island City.

Adda is a great casual Indian restaurant in Long Island City, and you should be planning a trip here for some curry and cheesy naan.

Studio Square is a big indoor/outdoor bar in Astoria where they play sports games on movie-theater-sized projector screens.

Break Bar is a pool hall and sports bar in Astoria with games, TVs, and a full food menu.

Alewife is a big, two-floor beer bar in Long Island City with a back patio.

Beebe’s is a restaurant in the bottom of The Boro Hotel in LIC, and it’s a perfect for when you’re in the area and need something easy.

Anable Basin is a huge outdoor bar in Long Island City with a view of the river.

LIC Bar is a casual bar in Long Island City with sports playing on TV and a nice back garden.