Where to Find Mezcal and Tiki Cocktails in Astoria?
Three Astoria cocktail bars rated 4.6 to 4.7, from Mezcaluna NYC on 34th Avenue to a tiki interlude at Hei Tiki & Sushi Bar and a finale at Mayahuel.
Astoria Cocktail Bars on the Map
Mezcaluna NYC: A 34th Avenue Opener
Brick frontage and dark window frames mark Mezcaluna NYC in Astoria. Outdoor tables sit beside striped planters. Weekday service begins at 3:00 PM. Happy hour margaritas cost 10 dollars. A first round can lead into dinner with lobster al pastor or Carne y Tuetano. The beef dish comes with smooth, spicy macha sauce. The restaurant hosts after-work gatherings during the week. Monday through Thursday, service ends at 11:00 PM.
Hei Tiki & Sushi Bar: A Broadway Tiki Interlude
Seats at Hei Tiki & Sushi Bar are usually easy to find. On colder nights, tables near the door can be drafty. Request a table farther inside. Glowing woven pendant lamps hang above dark stools along the bar. The cozy tiki setting comes with creatively presented cocktails. Pair a drink with yellowtail tacos or the Kame roll for dinner. The portions are generous. Bottle shelves glow in blue and purple light.
Mayahuel: An Astoria Finale on 34th Avenue
The Vasquez family mills heirloom Mexican corn in-house for fresh masa at Mayahuel in Astoria. The owners are originally from Puebla. Pair a mezcal cocktail with ceviche for a Mexican seafood dinner. Happy hour food and drinks are served at the bar Monday through Friday. An order of two tacos costs 10 dollars from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on those days. Guests praise the friendly, attentive service.
