50 Best Gastropubs near Forest Hills

“Love this place . Nice drinks and beautiful environment . Very cute bartenders. Lindo demais . ❤️😎“

“Always a pleasure coming to Rove! Tonite was an exceptional experience. I wish i got the bartenders name. Wednesday 4/24/24 between 7-9pm. Nice nails and curly hair. She was funny pleasant and took care of us. Long story short, after great apps and drinks, paid the bill and left…I dropped a $50 out of my pocket after I paid and left and was only 2 store fronts down and she came after me telling me you dropped a bill and gave it back. You don’t see this honestly often anymore. Kudos to her and Rove deserves her as an employee.“

“We had such a lovely experience at Ariari! From start to finish, everything was wonderful. Stephen / Steven was fantastic—attentive, welcoming, and genuinely lovely throughout the evening.

The food was excellent. The crab is an absolute must, and the duck was another standout. We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered. The cod was beautifully prepared, although I felt it lacked a bit of flavor and didn’t particularly stand out from cod I’ve enjoyed at other fine restaurants.

One detail I especially appreciated was how thoughtful the restaurant was toward children. Having proper plates and cutlery ready for little ones is such a simple yet meaningful touch, and something you don’t often see at NYC restaurants.

Overall, a fantastic dining experience with wonderful service, delicious food, and thoughtful attention to detail. I’d give Ariari a solid 4.7/5. We will absolutely be back!

Thank you, Stephen / Steven and the entire Ariari team, for such a lovely evening!“

“Amazing, nuanced, fresh and delicious food every time. Can’t wait for the Brussels sprout salad to come back.“

“We are never disappointed when we stop here when we visit NYC. Atmosphere and food is always fantastic and they make killer Manhattans. We just went for the 2023 Rockefeller tree and the staff was pleasant and accommodating. so happy they were decorated for the holidays. 100% go to in our opinion.“

“great food, great staff not to be missed“

“The Pork Belly Bao Buns were freaking amazing!!!!“

“Another delicious Korean fusion food restaurant! The Asian influence on American fare such as Caesar salad, tater tots and cheese burger are genius. Inside seating seemed to get loud with the 90s hip hop BGM but it was nice and quieter sitting outside as long as the weather is nice. The service is great and super friendly. The food is top notch delicious. They have a small but nice beer selection. The hazy IPA is yummy. It's a relatively small place but don't miss it and walk on by. It's definitely worth a stop for a bite and a drink!“

“If You’re in the area, it’s a good hangout place. It’s good to watch games and/or have a good meal. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere.“

“Had a group dinner for a friend's birthday and absolutely LOVED the place! The ambiance was so cool and I could have stayed there all nice. Friendly attentive service. Great neighborhood spot!“

“Amazing brunch this morning. Excellent and super friendly staff, food was amazing!🙌🏼👍👏“

“Insane burger. Insane honey tater tots. Incredible rice cheese cakes like a blended Big Mac.“

“Great food, service and outdoor space! Highly recommend!“

“We had a last-minute party at this bar, and Aaron was SO welcoming and accommodating! The service was quick, the food was delicious, and the drinks were crisp!

Couldn’t recommend this venue more! It’s perfect for a night out with friends, a celebration, or a big group event. They made everything so easy and were genuinely wonderful to work with! ✨“

“Had a great late breakfast complete with Mimosas and Alfie’s Amber Ale- all served by our awesome bartender Niamh from Ireland!!!“

“Good food! Matthew the bartender makes great drinks!“

“The backyard of the restaurant is great for a summer night out with their open roof. They need to expand the food offerings.“

“Great food, music and ambience.“

“Cool digs, drinks, eats & movies!“

“Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent staff! Best night in New York! Thank you Dominic and all the staff.“

“We made a large group reservation here for our post wedding celebration. The space was enough for 25 people and reservation process very streamlined.

On the day of, the weather created some problems and caused reduced seating despite the reservations. It could have been a frustrating experience, but the staff handled the chaos with professionalism and care.

We already loved Lavender Lake for the awesome food and drinks (best breakfast burritos in town btw) but now we respect the space even more after the experience.“

“1st time here.... I'm from NYC(Brooklyn) and was visiting after 30 years away....
Believe u me.... its a must go spot for ANYONE.... Gotta come by say hello and enjoy w/e you want.... Trust the fact that u will tell a friend.
From management to the all the employees. They all make u feel like you're at home. Specially Micky the Mgr. Kathryn bartender, Martin the waiter. Awesome people, gr8 times.“

“This was a fun spot downstairs in our hotel. Great to stop by and enjoy a quick bite and some NY beer in a hip yet casual atmosphere.“

“Loved their wings and appys“

“The food was delicious , service and staff were so attentive and accommodating , conveniently located a few blocks from Time Square .It is definitely a must in your next visit to NY .“

“Great sandwich app was a little qurkie nice place would read“

“I had my birthday here such a great place to have any celebration, the food was amazing the wait time for the food was not too long, and The staff was friendly and willing to help making it special and enjoyable. The price was too high though that was the only thing that was the issue. But I recommend this place“

“After work drinks after a long day at work“

“Always packed and for a reason. I felt like I was in someone's house while seating inside. Is very cozy. The food is very tasty and the owner has curated a great selection of drinks. New favorite spot.

Kid-friendliness: Great chicken wings and fries!“

“Great food Excellent staff best cocktails in Brooklyn“

“bonito ambiente, buena atención, agradable comida“

“Bunch is great . Try butter Biscuits. Chicken and waffle is good.“

“Went out for a girls’ night and had such a great time at Dive Bar! The atmosphere was fun, the drinks were good, and the staff was amazing. The manager Jay made us feel so welcomed and made sure we were having a good time throughout the night. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and the service was great. Definitely a good spot in Queens for drinks and a fun night out. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Excellent food and. Service as always Very consistent“

“This is my go to pub spottttt. My Brooklyn cheers!

Love coming here for random sporting events or just meeting up with friends to watch random shit together on tv (the Olympics, Super Bowl, oscars). They will put anything on for you!

But it’s really the food that keeps me coming back. Love that appetizer sampler and the burgers plus the wings. Great bar staff too (bless them for always supplying me with ice cold lime soda water with my margs).

Bring your crew here!“

“I went to The Lonesome Club with my husband and his family on a Friday night and was so pleasantly surprised by the experience! We sat outside at one of the picnic tables (the place was busy, so definitely recommend a reservation for a weekend time). It was very family friendly, there were lots of families gathered at the picnic tables and kids were enjoying playing on the sidewalk. We enjoyed the neighborhood vibes along with the food and service! We ordered a bunch of food and shared everything (the Irish soda bread and butter were INSANE). Shrimp cocktail, burger, Irish soda bread, fish and chips, bucatini with clams, and the chocolate guinness cake. Everything was delicious and our server was very attentive! We will definitely be back!“

“Had a reservation for during the week around opening. Went just for the drinks because we had dinner plans in the area we were early for. We got a few drinks all were great some on the happy hour some not. We also got some food items the corn cheese pancake a fav and the blood sausage rice cake which was also delicious. Looking forward to going back and trying other food and drinks. Its downstairs and has some fun decor. The service was friendly and a great vibe.“

“Tasty and filling, but with a few caveats. There were three of us, and we ordered four dishes family-style. The portions were generous, and we left very full with leftovers.

Everything was good, although nothing was especially memorable for me. I’d rank the bulgogi (japchae) first, followed by the Snowing Cheese Potato Pancake, Grilled Spicy Chicken, and sashimi. The seaweed rolls with the sashimi were tasty, but the fish itself was just okay.

The potato pancake had a surprisingly stretchy, almost mochi-like texture. It was a little jarring at first because it wasn’t what I expected, but it was interesting, and I can see why some people love it. It’s also a bit bland without a sauce. I might order it again for the texture, although I still have mixed feelings about it.

The Grilled Spicy Chicken was barely spicy despite being specifically labeled that way. Even our spice-sensitive friends agreed, so offering different spice levels might help.

A few smaller issues also added up: the music was extremely loud, and the first-floor elevator area had a very strong smell with wet, sticky floors. Near the stairwell, there also appeared to be a trash can with a large reddish puddle underneath it.

Overall, the food was good and generously portioned, but I’m not sure I’d return.

There’s a 10% discount for paying cash“

“An enjoyable place to dine out or hang out at the bar. Laid back / fun vibe! The servers were friendly, patient and responsive when we needed something. I enjoyed their take on Thai cuisine. We enjoyed an assortment of wings, and I tried the grilled shrimp satay. if you like spicy, you will enjoy this, as this includes slivers of fresh red chili pepper. Recommended!“

“Best wings ever, and we've eaten a LOT of wings! Thai chili wings were perfect; sweet and spicy, BIG and juicy. Elli and Fernando are great. Highly recommend!“

“Great beer selection and yummy British inspired food selections. Friendly staff. Pretty venue and neat loo/bathrooms.“

“Excellent food, great service and staff and very nice atmosphere.“

“Rory knows how to pour a drink! Sláinte!“

“Sharp house cocktails and excellent food“

“We had the best pre cruise visit since we were staying nearby at a hotel. Both bartenders were excellent and the regular customers! Made us “southerners” feel comfy and offered up ideas and suggestions of navigating the concrete jungle! If we ever return to NY, we will definitely be back. Awesome food! Awesome service! Excellent drinks. Made our trip!!“

“We stopped at Bartley's for lunch after a busy morning travelling. They have a great menu and the food came out hot and fresh. The service was very friendly and able to make suggestions. The atmosphere of the bar is cozy with a lot of Irish themed pics and they play great music.“

“This place is everything!! Great Staff and great Owners!!“

“Pretty cool spot to grab drinks and hang out. However this is a gastropub and the amount they charge for food is outrageous. I ordered the Loaded Nachos for $17 and the amount they give you is insulting. I was excited to have a spot to regular for food and drinks but I might be avoiding their food till something is done.“

“We enjoyed eating at Blackwell's in Oct/Nov 2018 while visiting New York from Ireland. Ann Marie made us very welcome. Food was really nice and staff were very helpful. Hope to visit again if when visit New York again.“