SingleCut Beersmiths is a craft brewery that opened in Astoria, Queens, New York in December 2012. It was founded by Rich Buceta. The Queens native began homebrewing in his apartment in 2004 and eventually was hired to work at the now defunct Greenpoint Beer Works in Brooklyn. A huge music fan, Buceta decided to combine his passion for craft beer and music and open his own brewery. In order to finance his dream, Buceta sold off his collection of vintage guitars. When the brewery finally opened, it was the first production brewery to open in Queens since Prohibition. The name "Singlecut" was chosen in reference to the luthier term for a guitar that is crafted with a single cutaway, or a notch cut into the body of the instrument on one side to provide easier access to the upper frets. SingleCut quickly became a popular New York brewery and by 2017 it had reached capacity. In 2018, the brewery purchased the former Shmaltz Brewing Company facility in Clifton Park. Dubbed "SingleCut North", the secondary taproom fully opened to the public in September 2019. A third taproom, dubbed "SingleCut Barn & Lodge", fully opened in Manlius in April 2023. I visited SingleCut Beersmiths this past summer while I was cycling around NYC. I was trying out a number of Brooklyn and Queens breweries and pizzerias and this was my fifth stop of the day. The taproom in Astoria is spacious and inviting. I really liked the back room which was loaded with a nice selection of pinball machines. I pulled up a seat at the bar. There's a big stack of vinyl records on shelves and the staff were spinning a great selection of tunes during my visit. Throughout my visit, I enjoyed short pours of "18-Watt" (Session IPA), "Big In Japan" (DDH IPA), "Full Stack" (Double IPA), and "Heavy Boots of Lead" (Imperial Stout). Every single beer that I tried was fantastic! Great craft beer, vinyl and pinball?! I could have spent all day here! I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to SingleCut and I hope to be back! read more

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I've always been a fan of the hibiscus sour but never got the opportunity to visit their tap room until recently! Prices are very reasonable for 4oz pours so it was great to try a bunch of different brews. They had a great stout! Also seems like they hold events like music bingo, so I'm definitely hoping to come back sometime. read more

We had heard about this place from friends for some time but had not had an opportunity to check it out until this afternoon. This is a craft brewery spot in northern Astoria, which has a number of boardgames as well as about a dozen pinball machines - so there is plenty of opportunity for entertainment. There is also a wide variety of beers on tap that are made on site. We enjoyed one of the IPAs, which was appropriately named 'Stoner'. The beer was tasty, not too hoppy and not too bland. And the 6.8% alcohol traveled quickly to one's head! We also tried the Kim, which was fruity and tangy. From speaking with the other patrons we learned that there is a loyal clientele of neighborhood folks as well as some people who have traveled a bit to sample the experience. We recommend it! read more

SingleCut Beersmiths - Breweries Near Me - Astoria, New York

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One of the best breweries in NYC! Friendly, attentive service, delicious food vendors, and fun weekly events such as bingo and trivia. I tried Friday trivia this weekend and the host and participants made it so fun. Huge space and great ambiance. Delicious quality beer. Our burgers were phenomenal from the toaster, fresh brioche buns to the sauce. read more

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Favorite brewery! Delicious selection of beers and their IPAs are solid as an IPA lover. They have vinyl records playing in background, board games, a food stand. An excellent way to spend your time! read more

Out of the way but the IPAs and bar staff Were on fucking point* *prepare yourself for strollers and kids but the space is big enough that it wasn't terrible. Pin ball was fun too read more

This is an excellent brewery as well as a music venue! We came out here to listen to some friends perform, and this place was excellent acoustically! They have a ton of excellent beers and cocktails available as well as a few food items (just variations of pretzels). If you need food, you can also go across the street to Astoria Pizza Factory and order some food to bring here. I also appreciate that this place has movies playing on their projector screen (shoutout to Lord of The Rings playing today) as well as a multitude of board games. Honestly such a sick spot that is relatively easy to get to! read more

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Every single one of my beers was delicious but different and complex. It has a great atmosphere, really good music and the clientele is chill. read more

SingleCut Beersmiths - Jackknifed Juggernaut DDH IPA, The Bright and Hollow Sky DDH IPA, Softly Spoken Magic Spells IIPA,St. Hubbins - Breweries Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Great draft selection + friendly service + cool vinyls playing + outdoor seating = 5 stars read more

SingleCut Beersmiths - Decibel Nitro Dry Stout - Breweries Near Me - Astoria, New York

A table and a mini bonzai tree...who knew such a scintillating convo may ensue...Not I. In and effort to I don't know, blend in? I just continued the convo. Oh wait, this isn't a TED talk. Apologies there. Beers, you are here for the BEERS. Great selection and ample seating including outdoors. No heat lamps that I saw so I'm not sure when winter comes what that area would be. In terms of food, they just have snacks so you may be wise to eat before coming. This brewery is a bit off the beaten path but it is still among some of the best beers you can find in NYC. For that reason alone, it is worth the trek every time. Fan. read more

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Astoria is known for many hip spots, and there's a not as much talked about brewery. It doesn't get much attention because it's kind of hard finding. SingleCut is high quality stuff. Good for small gatherings. They have a decent sized beer list and some food too. Bad thing is getting here. It's inconvenient. This is out of the way. It's located in an industrial part of Astoria. The closest subway is the one on Ditmars Avenue, so it's a bit of a walk. But just find a way to get here. Some seriously good stuff, and it's not just a bunch of IPAs. I like the Weird and Gilly. It's about $6 for a pint. This is a lightly hoppy IPA that's pretty smooth. As for the food, it's mostly typical stuff at a bar. They have big pretzels . It's about $6, which kind of seems like a lot until you see how big these are. They're fucking massive. It would be one of my more frequent spots if it wasn't so inconvenient. It's a hassle getting here. The subway is the best way if you're coming from out of Astoria, and then just walking. read more

SingleCut Beersmiths - The Weird And Gilly With A Pretzel - Breweries Near Me - Astoria, New York

I haven't made it to Singlecut in the past as it feels like it's located in a rather far-flung area of Astoria-Ditmars. But if you don't mind a little walk, it's so worth it! It's only about a 12-15 minute stroll from the ditmars subway stop and the walk can take you through some pleasant neighborhood streets. The vibe of the brewery is very chill. You can sit outside, but the large open garage-style door brings the outdoors inside as well. We were here on a Saturday night and enjoyed some live jazz in addition to our brews. The first drink I tried was The Kim (hibiscus sour lager). It was just as I like it: super sour, fruity, lightly floral. I also tried a slushee and was glad I did! I was a little skeptical, as who hasn't been lured in by a beautiful, bright icy mix, only to find it overly sweet and undrinkable? But the Blue Waves (schindleria praematarus honey IPA, blue raspberry, strawberry lemonade) wasn't overly sweet at all. It was fruity, but more subtle than you'd think, and a little bitter from the IPA. My partner ordered several flights, so I also had a chance to sample many of the beers on menu. I didn't jot down specifics but no I thought they were generally pretty good. I'm not typically a huge IPA person, and they have a lot of them on the menu. Finally, we split a big truffle cheddar soft pretzel. It wasn't super truffle-y, but it was definitely hot, fresh, fluffy on the inside, and totally satisfying. It was served with a coarse, very sharp whole grain mustard. read more

Good beer. Nerds are allowed in. Fun place. A bit remote but worth the hike!!! Go to Single Cut. Now. go!

Enjoyed trying out this New York brewery! Softly Spoken Magic Spells was the beer Steve and I had from this brewery and we liked it pretty well! This beer was a double IPA with a very good hoppy and citrus flavor features to it. Lots of other promising beers from this brewery but we only were able to try the one. That just warrants a return visit I guess! read more

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Sorry, SingleCut. I want to get my review apologies out of the way early. You see, I've been to you twice over the last year or so and for some reason or another, I just never reviewed you. It's not because I didn't like your setup or your service or (most importantly) your beers. Most likely, it was just bad timing as I was busy and couldn't put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard)...until now. Let's get out of the second person perspective and talk a little more naturally about this Astoria-based brewery. My first visit was way back in November and like I said, things went smoothly with quality beers (heavy on the IPAs) and a little sustenance to go along with those suds. More recently (on Memorial Day), was my second trip and since that day in late May I've wanted to note the vibes of Singlecut. With a name such as theirs, you wouldn't be surprised to find nods at rock and roll (and music) in general. Guitar head tap handles and a respectable shelf of records (with the current jam displayed above a record player) are helpful in emanating a chill sense of suds and sound. Enough about the ambiance. Let's focus on what's drinkable. SingleCut dabbles in several beer styles from stouts (such as "Eric More Cowbell!" which is a solid milky ale) to sours ("Terry Meets Julie" has a nice tartness) to plenty of everyone's favorite, IPAs ("Glam!"). I've enjoyed these varieties, as well as a couple of other intriguing concoctions ("Workingman's Cut Nitro Cream Ale" does the trick). Having said that, not every brew can always be a winner ("Dean Mahogany Pale Ale"...meh), but most will please the palate. There was also a mention of food which, back in November, seemed more prevalent than the more recent trip which basically offered pretzels of a few forms. My buddy and I split a truffle cheddar one (for $7) and found it decent, though honestly nothing entirely special. I wouldn't necessarily bank on what's edible at SingleCut, but they do have the beer flowing fine which is most important anyway. Overall, SingleCut Beersmiths is a solid borough brewery worthy of a visit. Their setup is a little unique with a strong point towards rocking out as are their decent range of beer offerings. Yeah, some might be "one hit wonders", but for the most part, SingleCut is worthy of multiple visits and a beer spot I'm glad I finally churned out a review for (even if a little belated). read more

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They have trivia on Friday's! While they don't have a full menu *yet* they allow and encourage you to bring your own food in. Often times they have a food truck or you can pop across the parking lot and get Chinese or pizza!! Such a great spot to hang out on the weekend! read more

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Awesome spot for tasty beers in Astoria. Choose from a selection of crisp cold craft drafts or get a tasty can pour. Last night my crew happened to be present for trivia night, and we unexpectedly took second place in the competition. That plus the beer plus the excellent service makes me excited to come back for more. read more

Fun and wide selection of drinks. Great bar food quality. Great for a casual night out or for a larger group.

Just stopped in to get some beers to go. Rude staff, almost seemed like I was bothering them. Crazy to spend $57 for 3 packs of 4 and feel like an inconvenience to them. They only had a few varieties available and when I asked if they had the most common of their lagers in a 12 pack, the response was simply "No, we do not". You'd think the place that makes the beer might have the best supply. Also, knowing I can get the same beer at local retailers for the same price or less with better service.. Maybe focus on being pleasant and attentive so customers want to return. read more

We came in on a busy, sunny Saturday afternoon. The place was full but we managed to find a table inside. People were spilling outside because it was such a nice day. You order your beer at the bar and you can start a tab. Unfortunately, they don't offer flights. Instead, they offer small sizes. So, kind of like a flight. The beers all have fun, I'm-sure-this-is-an-inside-joke names. My friend and I were happy with the four beers we tried. The menu describes them very well. It was quite loud inside and therefore hard to have a conversation. The Saturday crowd drew quite a few bachelor parties too. It's a cool place anyway, and I would come back for the beer. read more

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It was BeerO'Thirty and the IPA's were calling. So, we headed towards Ditmars to check out Singlecut. This place is known to me as an "experience" rather than a go to place for adult beverages. I've never been a huge fan of brewery's, but I figured I'd give this one a shot due to the location being so close to my crib. For starters, it's in the middle of no where towards Ditmars and Steinway. Upon walking in you're taken over by the aroma of hops and beer snobs. Although I have nothing against the snobs...I'm more over jealous of their craft and skill. Any who, the place is huge and has a great view of all the inner workings of the brewery. Many of the tables are high topped with a mix of longer low tops. Pretty cool layout with plenty of room to play games that they offer to you free of charge. Beer selection was never ending and they have a wide variety of IPAs that come in different sizes. My favorite was the 5 oz. pours that offer a taste. It's a good way to taste the greater than 7 percent alcohol infused beers without getting too tipsy. Some of my favorites were the Cowbell Stout and something Jenny? This is a great place for a large group/party, but isn't a place for those not interested in IPAs. They also have a great selection of food offered by Salt and Bone. We tried the cheddar pretzel...it was legit. read more

An excellent brewery. The range of styles is impressive, as is the quality of beer. The service is adequate. They have a decent food menu, in addition to free snacks (chips, pretzels, etc.). The ambiance is great, at once industrial and refined. It's a bit of a pain to visit here if you don't have a car, but it would be worth a journey to spend an afternoon here. Located in Astoria Queens not far from LGA. They've been open a couple of year's now and been making exceptional beers. I stopped by Saturday evening after previously drinking some of their beers at another spot i was drinking at earlier...which peeked my curiosity to come to the brewery. This place is quite nice for a tasting room in a brewery (which shouldn't be compared to a bar or restaurant vibe or decor). They had 11 beers in draft (normally 12...the sour was gone). If you like hops you will love SingleCut. I found all of the beers at least good...but most were great...especially the 3 IPA's (18 Watt, Half Stack, & Full Stack) which worth the visit alone...the 18 Watt is a amazing sessionable IPA...probably as good as Carton Boat. There were a couple of pale ales using hops from down under...and an especially great milk stout called More Cowbell. I found the staff to be very friendly and helpful...especially Sean (thanks!)...the music good...and the food very complimentary (Bratwurst was good...they also have several pot pies). I highly recommend a visit here...it will be worth your while. read more

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Excellent beer at this place. Indoor and outdoor seating. I like the vinyl record player.

Bad service and they will screw you up on the check by overcharging without giving you notice ! Forget about it: no coming back for sure ! Be honest with the customers : not need to f$&$ them up ! read more

I highly recommend this joint, if you are brewery hopping in the Astoria and LIC area. I love bike riding from LIC to Singlecut. Great beer selection. read more

Miss this place so much . The Habanero wings were our favorite please come back !!! Such nice people

Had a really great time here! We did a beer trail from Astoria down to brooklyn and this was our first stop. The space was lovely, beers were amazing and they had some fun movies playing. Would recommend coming here to anyone looking for a good brewery in the NY area. read more

SingleCut Beersmiths - Breweries Near Me - Astoria, New York

So lucky to have this brewery so close to home! I usually come here to pick up some brews or to have a drink and play some board games. I can't say too much about the food here because the only thing I've tried is the pretzel. The service here is great, they are helpful and friendly. The place is kinda small but I've been lucky in finding a table. They also have outdoor dining and a back area with pinball machines! Definitely check out this brewery if you are in the neighborhood. read more

This is a breath of fresh in an industrial area of Astoria and hard to get to. I have been here several times over the years most recently as last June. The industrial-style bar with its seating and large tables was very good for drinks with friends. They did not have cider but I ordered one of their craft beers. I will be back!! read more

This is great place clearly made with a lot of love. It's not 5 stars for me because it feels a bit pricey considering the location and limited offerings. But, they had live music and a pop-up taco shop the night I went... all around an excellent experience-- 4.75 stars! The tacos had deliciously pickled red onions (I think) and the vibe was very energetic! The bathrooms were gender neutral and the local seemed accessible-ish depending on your disability. the food was friendly and seemed like it could be modified for various food sensitivities and dietary preferences! That's a nice surprise for a brewery like this. And it's possible they have gluten-free drinks but I didn't see those advertised. Probably best to bring your gluten-lov'n crafty beer pals here. Beersmith has a focused audience and may be hard to appreciate if you don't fit the niche... Looking forward to trying out this place during the daylight! Those long tables seem perfect for lazy Sunday boardgames! read more

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Amazing Local bar! Great beer! They have a wide variety of beer to select from! Always updating their selection & you Cant go wrong with an order of tacos!! Friendly, down to earth staff! Always jamming out to classic vinyl!! Been here for couple trivia nights & even the world cup a while ago. Pretty fun chill atmosphere, if you never been I'd highly recommend you check them out! read more

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This place is on point As many have mentioned, its kind of out of the way...unless you happen to be a patron of SRG fashion (shout out). I was grabbing some new dress shirts and a new suit last weekend and realized that SingleCut was right around the corner from where I was. Of COURSE I couldn't pass up an opportunity to check out one of the better brewers in our fair city. These guys rock out as hard as you'd expect from a brewery who's tap handle is a Gibson or Fender guitar. They have a full stage upstairs with a full drum kit and some huge Marshall amps, a killer sound system hooked up to a record player (aka everything they played sounded awesome), and giant screens playing classing shows and movies (read: speed racer was on, and it was awesome). The main attraction, of course, is the beer. They brew everything in-house for now (they've recently bought out a brewer upstate as per the bartenders, but I can't remember which one). I had a killer IIPA (that's right, two I's - imperial IPA), and a double bock that knocked my socks off. Aside from having chargers under the bar (clutch if you're running low on power), the bathrooms are big and clean, and they have a huge garage door as a window there's not too much to say about the decor. They have a limited food menu as well, but we were just passing through for a brew or two. If you're out in the neighborhood, this place is absolutely worth stopping in and checking out. read more

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As an Astoria native, I've never given myself the pleasure of coming to this establishment. With the amazing weather, and a plus one game for it, we decided to check out SingleCut Beersmiths. Very very happy with it, . We got here around 1:30 pm on the Sunday afternoon. After checking out what was available on draft, we decide to both go with the 'Strange Shadows from the Flame' stout. Incredible flavor! As we enjoyed our drinks in the outdoor seating, we decided to kill some time by using one of the available board games (Connect Four). We enjoyed our time outside, and at no point had trouble getting drinks! The service and music playlist were amazing! The food smelled pretty good as well. We didn't order anything but we would love to next time. read more

SingleCut Beersmiths - Honey flavored stout with Connect Four - Breweries Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Singlecut Beersmiths is a Home Run. This place is awesome. Review over, just get your ass here. A few weeks ago I was just surfing new businesses on Yelp when I came across Singlecut Beersmiths, a brewery in Astoria, no way; yes way, I am there. I am a strong supporter of local business and with beer being the product, well let me say that I will support every day. As I walked in, I felt I was at home. I just felt welcome, special and appreciated. The brewery had the feel and look of something good was happening; good beer being brewed. The brewery was very inviting with 6 communal tables that accommodate 10 fans each. A bar with 10 or so seats was on your left and a back bar where all the tasty beers are served. A band stand high above the crowd was cool across from the bar. Singlecut Beersmiths has five year round beers: Olympic White Larger - ABV 5.2% Queens Larger - ABV 5.4% Mahogany Ale - ABV 6.0% 18 Watt IPA Billy - ABV 5.0% Half Stack IPA Billy - ABV 6.6% Now to critique beer from a brewery is very personal. Not everyone will like everything, but some beers stand out better than others. With this said I enjoy the brewery experience. The passion that employees and ownership have for their product, is no different from a parent has for their child. They are proud to serve their beers. I am a big fan of IPA's for their distinct taste. It has a full body with that hop and bitter taste. They are well balanced and I just find them tasty. The Billy IPA Half Stack does not disappoint. It was just delicious. The beer was served a bit cold, but as you let it open up, the flavors will come out. It has a nice finish and you can have more than one easily. Overall, this brewery is awesome. Plenty of space to chill and enjoy some delicious beer. The music is at the right level and they play records. Yes records with that crisp sound. I enjoy the brewery experience for various reasons, but to have one 3 miles away in my hood, outstanding. Singlecut Beersmiths is doing things right and I will support their Tap Room. Their beers are good and tasty. Good job Singlecut Beersmiths. read more

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Came here with a ticket from the Queens Beer book. Man, is this a trek from the train! The quaint brewery is all the way out by 19th Avenue in Astoria. If you don't drive, your best bet is an Uber from the N or W. My friend and I took our seats the bar. It's cute how they have little USB ports at each seat so you can charge your phone while you're there. We each had an order of the truffle Mac N Cheese to start. It came out piping hot from the kitchen, and the smell of truffle oil ascended from the steam. It was a small portion, but delicious! The first beer I ordered was the Jan Alpine White Lager. It was refreshing and easy to drink. The coriander spices were definitely noticeable. It's almost like a Blue Moon without the overdone orange peel flavor. Next up was the 19-33 Pilsner. I'm not a fan of Pilsners, but it was the first drink on the menu so I figured I should try it out. It's definitely filtered and clear as compared to the White Lager, and had a nice lemon aftertaste. My friend ended up ordering it next because he enjoyed it so much. My last beer was the Eric More Cowbell stout. This was my dessert drink. The foam is thick and hard to get through for the first few sips. But once you drink your way down to the beer, you can taste the bitterness of the cocoa on the first actual sip. It was a nice sweet end to my visit there. They also have little board games tucked away by the kitchen and a sick vinyl collection. They have a second floor with amps and instruments so they must have live music some nights. I would definitely return! read more

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This place is an absolute MAN CAVE!! The space is self is large, garage type feel with very high ceilings. There's even a top nook set up with instruments for the perfect musician's jam. They were playing great tunes while we were there. My husband and I got here before our friends. We were starving. We ordered some beer and looked over the menu. The Kim Hibiscus Sour Lagrrrr caught my eye. i always want to try something that is unique to the establishment. I have never had a sour beer and especially not a beer with hibiscus. When I sat down and took a sip I was taken a back by the tart level. The nibbles they offer are, pot pies, empanadas and potato chip bags. I am pescatarian so I of course went for the Vegetarian Curry Pot Pie. When it arrived my beer was actually the perfect beer for the meal. The curry was balanced by the tartness of the beer. I felt like the menu could use come beer pairings. I even got a free 5 oz taster with my Yelp check in. I of course had to go for my fave, IPA. Their 18 Watt IPA was delightful. I then went for the 5 x 5 oz sampler for $10 to get the real taste of the brewery. The faves in the mix were the IPA and the JAN the Olympic White Lagrrr was light and crisp and perfect for summer. I also have to recommend the Keith Sw4 Pale Ale, it was reminiscent of Boddington's, as my friend described it "A Blonde Guiness". It was super creamy and easy to drink. The Heavy Boot of Lead Imperial Stout was undoubtedly a dessert beer. It tasted like a boozy espresso. Our friends enjoyed the grub, the JAN's, the outdoor seating and the games of Jenga!! Singlecut is a great spot to get out of the city and have a rockin' good time. read more

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3 star + 0.5 star for offering a free taster as a Yelp App Check in Offer SingleCut Beersmiths does have a lot of potential. I love the setting and the vibe. People are friendly here. The feel here is simple and rustic. A flight or 2 of almost everything they have on tap: Dean Pacific NW Mahogany Ale Billy Full-Stack IIPA Billy 18 Watt IPA Billy Half-Stack IPA Keith SW4 English Pale Ale JÅN Olympic White Lagrrr! 19-33 Queens Lagrrr! If you are an IPA lover, there are quite a few to sample. The problem is I found most of the taste really similar and over time it get redundant! We were here a weekday afternoon, so the tasting room was almost empty. It was great to chill out with friends and even play some board games. read more

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First time here and will be returning. Great beer, ambiance, and staff. Great sampling deal. You get two 5oz samples (of your choice) for $6. Cant go wrong! Tried various ones and liked everything. There's something for every palette. Great little gem in Queens to check out if you're into beer or even drinking on a budget! read more

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Really great selection of local beers. My boyfriend and I had a hard time choosing what to get but we like lighter beers so we went with the yawn and it was so good! The staff is really friendly but the outdoor dining set up could be better. I could see this being a great spot once we can be inside again. read more

SingleCut Beersmiths - Classic Pretzel with Salt - Breweries Near Me - Astoria, New York

Great beer selections on tap ! Friendly and helpful staff. Lots of beer to go 4oz taster is the way to go and taste all the beer they have.