From Brazilian cheese breads and Moroccan tagines to seed oil-free sandwiches and bombolini-filled coffee breaks, Astoria’s food scene is buzzing with fresh flavor. Craving comfort food, something decadent, or just a new café to unwind in? Astoria’s newest additions won’t disappoint. Here’s your go-to guide for where to eat this summer in the neighborhood.

Bela Aurora

Take a trip to Brazil without venturing too far from home when you visit Bela Aurora, now open on Steinway! This brand new cafe prides itself on serving authentic Brazilian pastries, coffee, and other specialty items. If you don’t know where to start, you truly cannot go wrong with anything on Bela Aurora’s menu. Their cheese breads (pão de queijo) is made with tapioca flour and cheese, and is a perfect bite to start the day with one of their coffees. For something sweeter, any of the Brazilian sweets such as the bem casado or beijinho are sure to please. Affordable, delicious, and served with a smile, be sure to make Bela Aurora a stop on your list of things to do in Astoria this summer!

32-30 Steinway St. / @belaauroracoffee

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Dar Lbahja

Looking for delicious Moroccan cuisine? Look no further than Dar Lbahja, open Tuesdays through Sundays on 30th Avenue. Serving up a wide range of authentic Moroccan dishes, be sure to come here hungry. Everything on the menu truly gives each customer the feeling of eating a homecooked meal. The atmosphere is cozy, welcoming, and feels like you’re a guest in someone’s home. A must-try menu item is their traditional tagine, with options from chicken to lamb and beef. Tagine is a popular stew dish consisting of meat, herbs, and vegetables originating from North Africa. The mixed grill is also a wonderful option, and plenty of food for two if you order the platter. Accompany your meal with a Moroccan tea and be sure to enjoy the experience that is Dar Lbahja.

47-12 30 Ave. / @dar_lbahja_nyc

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Massi’s

Picture this: it’s a warm day, just ahead of summer and you’re looking for the perfect sandwich to truly enjoy the day. Thankfully for Astorians, Massi’s is officially open and serving up some of the most delicious sandwiches the neighborhood has to offer, steps from the Broadway subway station. What makes Massi’s stand out? For starters, this eatery is completely free of seed oils, and their signature sourdough semolina is made fresh. Their standout menu item has to be the vodka chicken parm sandwich, complete with a breaded cutlet, vodka sauce and mozzarella. Be sure to take note of their combo, which includes any sandwich, an order of fries, and a canned soda for $20-22!

29-09 Broadway / @massisnyc

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Ostro

Adorned with plants, friendly service and a wonderful vibe in which to work or enjoy coffee with a friend, Ostro is definitely your new go-to spot to enjoy some coffee this summer! Coffee isn’t the only thing on the menu, as Ostro also serves up a wide range of delicious pastries, matcha, and more. You can tell that the team at Ostro truly cares about what they serve, and this shines through in each cup of coffee. Pair your beverage with their signature bombolini, which is the Italian take on a doughnut stuffed with cream and you’ll be sure to enjoy the day!

30-65 Steinway St./ @ostro_ny