Queens Weekends: Courtyard Drinks and Honky-Tonk Sets

4.8 (80)

Mon – Thu, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Fri, 16:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sat, 14:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sun, 14:00 – 02:00 (+1)

64-02 68th Ave

On the Ridgewood-Glendale border, Jones Bar brings a classic honky-tonk feel to a weekend Queens circuit. Weekend live music and inexpensive drinks set the tone, while bar pretzels stay on hand at all hours. The staff and owner are noted for attentive service, and Friday and Saturday hours extend until 4 a.m.

4.8 (22)

Wed – Thu, 16:00 – 22:00; Fri, 15:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sat, 13:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sun, 13:00 – 22:00

80-60 Cooper Avenue

At Queens Beer Garden in Glendale, draft beers and frozen margaritas pair with al pastor tacos and wings. The beachy outdoor space has no music. Friday and Saturday hours run until midnight. Guests praise the relaxed atmosphere, though some report neglected tables and inconsistent service on slower nights.

4.7 (127)

Mon – Wed, Sun, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1); Thu – Sat, 12:00 – 04:00 (+1)

68-67 Fresh Pond Rd, Ridgewood, NY 11385

On Fresh Pond Road, Walsh's Pub layers quirky knickknacks and artwork across the bar, yard, and bathrooms. Karaoke nights and a pool table give this Queens neighborhood hangout an easygoing rhythm, while the owner often looks after guests personally. Thursday through Saturday, it stays open until 4 a.m. Some visitors report a hostile bartender near the pool table.

4.7 (630)

Mon – Tue, Sun, 17:00 – 02:00 (+1); Wed – Sat, 17:00 – 04:00 (+1)

1647 Weirfield St

TV Eye in Ridgewood hosts punk, hardcore and indie rock shows. A large courtyard offers plenty of tables for drinks between sets. Indoors, the venue combines circular booths, multiple drinking spaces and an art gallery. Luther's serves burgers and mac and cheese. Live show tickets generally cost 10 to 25 dollars.