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Sunnyside

A homey spot to eat, drink and thrift

Photo: Vincent Tullo

Established in the early 20th century by Irish settlers, the planned community of Sunnyside Gardens now sits as a treasured historic district in Sunnyside. The lush area retains an Irish influence in addition those of residents from around the world—Romania, South Korea, the Philippines and South America—making a trip to the local shops, pubs and eateries a thrill.

GUIDES & ESSENTIALS

Get the rundown on Sunnyside culture from the perspective of those who know it best: the locals.

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Itinerary
Sunnyside

One Night in Sunnyside

Spend a quiet evening in this Queens neighborhood.

Rebecca Vicars, in a bright teal dress and purple gloves, stands in a colorful, crowded vintage clothing shop filled with patterned fabrics, hats, boas, and a wall with art behind her.
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Discover Bliss Vintage

This small shop in Sunnyside, Queens, has a big personality.

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Soccer Culture Thrives at Bar 43

Bar 43, known as the "home of soccer in Queens,” attracts numerous fan communities from its diverse Sunnyside neighborhood.

WHERE TO EAT & DRINK

Find an array of international cuisines plus classic spots for drinks and live music in Sunnyside.

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Shopping
Sunnyside

Nita’s European Bakery

Sunnyside residents make this small bakery their go-to place for a sweet treat.

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Restaurants
Sunnyside

I Love Paraguay

Family-run South American restaurant for hearty meals and great desserts.

Corner view of Sanger Hall, a bar with black lion silhouettes and a heart sign on the exterior, a wall covered in posters and a rainbow flag, and a chalkboard sign by the entrance; a 99-cent store is nearby.
Nightlife
Sunnyside

Sanger Hall

Located on a leafy commercial block in Sunnyside, Queens, Sanger Hall is a classic corner bar.

A restaurant sign features a llama illustration with the text “Bolivian Llama Party” in bold letters. The background is yellow with colorful dots, and the website “www.BLP.nyc” is displayed on the right.
Restaurants
Sunnyside

Bolivian Llama Party

This family-run spot offers modern takes on Bolivian classics from salteñas to hot honey chicken sandwiches.

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Restaurants
Sunnyside

De Mole - Sunnyside

Chef Jose Luis Flores oversees a kitchen that specializes in mole poblano—in fact, there’s a whole section of the menu dedicated to it.

People dine outdoors at a sidewalk café called Claret on a city corner. The café has string lights, a red awning, and a chalkboard menu. A traffic signal and brick apartment buildings are visible in the background.
Restaurants
Sunnyside

Claret Wine Bar

Live music, friendly service and daily happy hours draw locals to this homey hangout spot.

A red brick restaurant called Jack’s with large front windows, a wooden entryway, and a sandwich board menu on the sidewalk. An apartment building and a blue car are visible in the background.
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Sunnyside

Jack’s Fire Dept

This family-owned bar features classic pub grub and events like trivia and comedy nights.

A person walks past the storefront of “Sotto le Stelle,” a pizzeria and paninoteca on a city street, with brick buildings and other shops visible on either side.
Restaurants
Sunnyside

Sotto le Stelle

A trio of Italian friends spotlight their wood-fired pies at this rustic Neapolitan-style pizzeria.

A street corner with the restaurant Soleluna, featuring outdoor seating, bicycles parked nearby, and a group of people standing on the sidewalk near a one-way street sign.
Restaurants
Sunnyside

SoleLuna

Italian classics, espresso drinks and a weekend brunch are the highlights at this café-restaurant.

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Restaurants
Sunnyside

Pete's Grill

Find a vast menu at this classic Sunnyside diner.

THINGS TO DO

Discover the best of Sunnyside through vintage treasures, local art, craft breweries and live performances.

The exterior of Alewife Brewing, with a large green sign on a dark brick wall and murals below. A Jeep and other parked cars are in front, and a "No Parking" sign is attached to a pole.
Nightlife
Sunnyside

Alewife Brewing Company

Visit this Sunnyside brewery and taproom that hosts game nights, live music, food pop-ups and more.

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Shopping
Sunnyside

Sunnyside Greenmarket

See what's fresh at this Skillman Avenue weekend staple, where farmers from across the tristate area set up shop year-round on Saturdays.

Street view of Thalia Spanish Theatre, with a red awning displaying its name and logo. A person walks by the entrance, and two cars are parked along the curb in front of the building.
Performing Arts
Sunnyside

Thalia Spanish Theatre

This bilingual theater offers Spanish plays, original musicals and performing arts workshops.

Bliss Vintage & Handmade, a colorful, crowded shop filled with assorted books, toys, hats, trinkets, decorations, and various gift items displayed on shelves.
Shopping
Sunnyside

Bliss Vintage

This neighborhood gem is a wonderland of vintage treasures, tchotchkes and locally made gifts.

A colorful shop window display at Lockwood Sunnyside features hanging blue and turquoise decorations, a large shell cutout, gift items, books, and a mannequin wearing a light blue "QUEENS" t-shirt.
Shopping
Astoria

Lockwood – Sunnyside

Lockwood is a quirky home goods shop with locations in Astoria, Jackson Heights, Sunnyside and Greenpoint.

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Sunnyside

Sunnyside Arts

This creative hub stocks supplies, and hosts workshops and special events supporting local makers.

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Outdoors & Recreation
Sunnyside

Lou Lodati Playground/Torsney Park

Find a playground, sprinklers, a dog-run and a weekend farmers’ market at this community park.

MOMENTS IN SUNNYSIDE

Immerse yourself in the storied neighborhood with our photo slideshow.

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BROWSE ALL SUNNYSIDE

Find your next neighborhood stop below.