A Local’s Guide to Date Night in Sunnyside

Who wants to go into Manhattan for a weeknight date? Not this Queens local. You can have a perfect date in Sunnyside instead, spend less for more and enjoy a great view of the city. 

The Pre-Date

If you have some time before meeting your beau, there are so many ways to spend it. Browsing for a new book at the Sunnyside Thrift Shop is my go-to, or check out the jewelry and handbags sold by street vendors in Bliss Plaza. If you’re really looking to treat your date, pick up a nice bouquet from Flowers by Giorgie.

A gorgeous bouquet from Flowers by Giorgie will definitely get you a second date.

Flowers by Giorgie. Image courtesy of Yelp (@yelpqueens).

Dinner

If you’re looking for something no-frills and delicious, get falafel sandwiches from Mangal Kebab or share a bowl of noodles from Fuyu Ramen. For a more romantic atmosphere, visit Sotto le Stelle for wood-fired pizza or see if you can get a table at Riko Peruvian Cuisine - try the Pollo a la Brasa. 

Get two personal pizzas to share, the perfect compromise.

Sotto le Stelle. Courtesy of Jocelyn Zheng (@jcezhng) 

Dessert

What’s a dinner date without dessert? Stop by Bolivian Llama Party for homemade ice cream - you must try the Api purple corn ice cream, a spin on the traditional Bolivian Maiz Morado beverage. Buy it by the cone for your date, then go back for a pint. On a cold night, get fresh chocolate chip cookies from Chip City. On your way, be sure to look down 47th avenue at the sun setting beyond the Empire State Building - that’s why they call us Sunnyside!

Choose your fighter…

Chip City Cookies. Courtesy of Zoe (@puffycheesy_). 

Keep the Night Going

If the date is going well, why end it? Visit Maggie Mae’s Bar for their signature Prickly Pear Margarita, or have a Guinness in The Goat Bar's cozy backyard. 

The bright pink of this Prickly Pear Marg from Maggie Mae’s will really bring out your eyes.

Maggie Maes Bar. Courtesy of Edward Luti (@lutiphotoshooty)

The Finale

Round off the night by gazing at the stars - or the lights of Manhattan, rather - from the 46th street 7 train platform. Maybe now is the time to stop by the flower stand on 47th? Wherever you end up, a date night in Sunnyside is sure to please. Enjoy!

Courtesy of Chris Gold (ChrisGoldNY)