Happy Hour at The Queensboro
The Queensboro is exactly the kind of place every neighborhood wishes it had: a warm, all-day American restaurant and bar on Northern Boulevard that sources beer brewed nearby, coffee roasted in Elmhurst, and produce from the Jackson Heights farmers’ market. The food is genuinely good, the room is family-friendly, and the whole operation is built to make you feel like a regular by your second visit.
Beyond the daily happy hour, it’s a community hub as much as a restaurant, running live music, game nights, book readings, movie screenings, and free kids’ activities through the month. Weekend brunch is a local favorite, with fluffy pancakes and a laid-back crowd. The bar stays open after the kitchen closes, so there’s room to linger.
The Happy Hour
Happy hour lands Tuesday through Sunday from 3 to 6pm (the kitchen is closed Mondays). Drink tiers make it easy: $5 gets you the Sunday beer draft or a non-alcoholic option, $6 covers local pilsners, session IPAs, and red or white sangria, $8 buys rose or a glass of Vinho Verde, and $10 lands you a real cocktail, from the margarita to a gin or vodka martini. Snacks stay cheap and shareable, with $6 garlic clam bread, blistered shishitos, edamame, and fries, plus a $4 grilled hot dog and a $2 pizza square.
The Room
A casual, light-filled neighborhood dining room and bar with a welcoming, family-friendly feel. Seating spans the bar, tables, and a rotating calendar of community events, and the space leans local and unpretentious rather than scene-y.
Who The Queensboro Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Weekend brunch | Fluffy pancakes and a relaxed weekend crowd make it a Jackson Heights brunch staple. |
| Neighborhood happy hour | Six days a week of $5-$10 drinks and $2-$6 snacks make it an easy after-work or afternoon stop. |
| Family outings | Free kids’ activities and a genuinely welcoming room make it comfortable with children in tow. |
| Community events | Live music, game nights, readings, and screenings turn a normal dinner into a reason to stick around. |
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The Queensboro FAQ
Does The Queensboro have a happy hour?
Yes. Happy hour runs Tuesday through Sunday from 3 to 6pm, with drafts from $5, wine from $8, cocktails at $10, and bar snacks from $2 to $6.
Is The Queensboro open on Mondays?
No. The restaurant is closed on Mondays and open Tuesday through Sunday, so happy hour runs Tuesday through Sunday as well.
What kind of food does it serve?
Internationally-influenced American food reflecting the diversity of Queens, with a focus on local ingredients: beer brewed nearby, coffee roasted in Elmhurst, and produce from the neighborhood farmers’ market.
Is it good for families?
Very. It bills itself as a neighborhood hub, runs free kids’ activities, and keeps a warm, family-friendly room.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with The Queensboro before visiting for a specific deal.