Sweet Afton
Pub and American Restaurant$$$$
Astoria
The folks at The New Yorker and Time Out New York like this place. Would you agree?
"Great staff, beer of the month, fried pickles, grilled cheese..."(52 Tips)
"Service here is always awesome, best bar in Astoria..."(5 Tips)
"Pickle back shots, great burger, and fresh yummy lemonade!"(9 Tips)
"Agree with the red lemonade, though."(6 Tips)
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Lovely pub with good ales and intense beers. Great staff, one of my favorite in Astoria.
Ana PavNovember 17, 2014Had the BLT sandwich YUM. Wanted the grilled cheese sandwich but only served evenings. Also the hot apple cider was glorious.
Nothing beats the breakfast burger with deep fried pickles and a Bloody Mary. Belly will be happy.
Benjamin PeryerOctober 1, 2011My favorite atmosphere in Astoria. Even if you're there for just drinks, order the Beer Battered Fried McClure's Brooklyn Pickles. Immediately.
Burger WeeklyJanuary 9, 2014http://www.burgerweekly.com/sweet-afton/ If you find yourself in Astoria, go for the fried pickles and stay for the burger.
Michele RomasMarch 22, 2010on a good day, their mac n cheese is bangin - take it from me, i'm a mac n cheese connoisseur...classy, right? Also, it's a pleasant surprise how original and refreshing the Fire Island IPA is...consi
Fanny GMarch 12, 2015Great service, good food, you can't go wrong with this place on a Friday night!
Naveed SheikhSeptember 2, 2016If the weather is nice, sit in the back on the outdoor patio for some good vibes
Nevena GeorgievaOctober 19, 2013They always have good music playing. The food and the beer selection are top notch, too.
Beer Goggins GogginMarch 9, 2010Pickles, fried or no, are fantastic. They've also got a decent beer selection. In the summer, go in the afternoon and take a seat out back. Not the biggest patio but it's relaxing.
Great cocktails, fried pickles, and breakfast sandwiches. Sometimes crazy crowded.
Gabriel HayesJuly 17, 2015Very good vibe for a bar. Some very good craft beers. Food is hit or miss.
The New YorkerMay 13, 2015"Few things are more intoxicating than the pairing of poetry and a good pint." Read more
J RoNovember 22, 2012great bar in Astoria. only con, the pickle juice in the pickle back shot wasn't like whiskey towns.
Backyard #Garden Is pretty sweet...small but sweet. Seems like there's always a breeze back there, even when there isn't a breeze anywhere else.
Love this bar. Neighborhood fave. Fried pickles and bloodies are my go to.
Caity PrunkaJuly 13, 2013Great atmosphere but Apple Blossom cocktail was overly sweet and didn't expect to get charged MORE in Astoria for whiskey than on the UES.
Cozy, chill, and hassle free, yet still a cool place. Every time I come here I just randomly sample all their beers. They're all good!!
Best black lemonade I've ever had! When ordering, ask for "the hidden agenda!"
Its been stated enough times but the fried pickles are awesome. I tried the pickle martini and really didn't enjoy - couldn't even finish it, not my taste. Awesome atmosphere though!
Love this place but last time I went for brunch the waitress (Adrienne) had the most TERRIBLE attitude
Ray FernandezMarch 3, 2012Best Mac and cheese I've ever had. Get it with bacon! The salt and pepper ribs are amazing too!
Mac and Cheese and the Red Lemonade! YUMMY! Astoria's best music selection, nice ambient, my favorite spot in the neighborhood.
The Mac and Cheese is worth trading a first born for! Also, the best bartenders in the neighborhood.
Daniel AApril 19, 2010Fried pickles and the Mac & Cheese are out of this world. The burgers are also amazing. The night won't be complete without a pickle-back shot.
breakfast burger is great! argentinean style w a fried egg. pair it w blueberry muddle drink
The ambience. The fried pickles. It's all just so wonderful.
MikaJanuary 17, 2017They have a very small but cute and cozy outdoor seating area. Inside was very loud. Food was just okay.
MJGSeptember 2, 2012Some of the drinks--the spicy cherry and the ginger julep, for example--contain diced ingredients that function like pulp. Buyer beware.
Great selection of beer! Awesome mac'n'cheese and fried pickles !
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The Astoria local, serving craft beers, honest cocktails and the neighborhood’s best burger since 2009.
Closed until 4:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Fri
- 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- Noon–11:00 PM
(718) 777-2570
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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