Agora Taverna: A Long Mon–Fri Happy Hour and Great Octopus in Forest Hills
Agora Taverna runs one of the longer happy hours in Queens — Monday to Friday, noon to 7pm — with $6 beer, $7 wine, $8 sangria and $8 margaritas. It’s a family-owned Greek taverna on Forest Hills’ Austin Street strip.
Open since 2011, it does Greek-island Mediterranean cooking and premium seafood in a casual-elegant room with indoor and outdoor seating. The honest read: the grilled octopus is the standout, portions are generous, and seating is limited — so reserve on weekends.
The Happy Hour
Happy hour is Mon–Fri, 12–7pm (excluding holidays and concert days): $6 beer, $7 wine, $8 sangria, $8 margaritas, per the venue’s happy-hour menu. Seven hours is a lot of runway. Pair it with the grilled octopus or whole grilled branzino.
The Room
A warm taverna a block from the 71st–Continental Aves station, with indoor and outdoor tables, built on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Signature plates include grilled octopus, whole branzino, lobster pasta and Greek salad. Crowd: Forest Hills regulars and pre-show diners (Forest Hills Stadium is nearby).
Who Agora Taverna Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Octopus + a drink | The grilled octopus is repeatedly called among the best around. |
| Long afternoon deal | Noon–7pm Mon–Fri is rare value. |
| Pre-concert dinner | Near Forest Hills Stadium. |
| Group Greek dinner | Generous, shareable plates. |
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Agora Taverna FAQ
Does Agora Taverna have a happy hour?
Yes — Monday to Friday, noon to 7pm: $6 beer, $7 wine, $8 sangria, $8 margaritas (excludes holidays/concert days).
What should I order?
The grilled octopus and the whole grilled branzino.
Where is Agora Taverna?
70-09 Austin St in Forest Hills, a block from 71st–Continental Aves (E, F, M, R).
Do you need a reservation?
Recommended on weekends — seating is limited.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Agora Taverna before visiting for a specific deal.