Is any place on this list cash only?

Kabab Café is cash only and keeps split hours, 1 to 5pm and 6 to 9pm, closed Mondays, so plan around that and bring bills.

How do I avoid the line at Taverna Kyclades?

Arrive before 6pm, since the line for the grilled whole fish on the Ditmars sidewalk builds quickly once dinner starts.

Yes, Astoria Seafood is BYOB, so bring your own wine, and go at an off hour since the dining room turns chaotic on weekend nights.

of Astoria · verified Jul 21, 2026 · By Piyush Puri

Ten Astoria institutions verified open in 2026, from a 1910 Czech beer garden to Ditmars fish tavernas, Little Egypt, and the city's burek benchmark.

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Is any place on this list cash only?: Kabab Café is cash only and keeps split hours, 1 to 5pm and 6 to 9pm, closed Mondays, so plan around that and bring bills.
How do I avoid the line at Taverna Kyclades?: Arrive before 6pm, since the line for the grilled whole fish on the Ditmars sidewalk builds quickly once dinner starts.
Do I need to bring my own drinks anywhere?: Yes, Astoria Seafood is BYOB, so bring your own wine, and go at an off hour since the dining room turns chaotic on weekend nights.