Queens Bully Taking Shape

Thanks to Bud for the pic! I can't wait for this place to open. I was wondering why the place made Zagat's list of most anticipated Spring restaurant openings, so I did a little digging online and found out that one of the owners is the son of the founder of the Baluchi's Indian restaurant chain. Queens Bully, if it lives up to expectations, has the potential to bring new energy to what is a rather run-down part of Forest Hills, that stretch along Queens Blvd. from Ascan to Kew Gardens. There have already been some notable openings along that strip, but the entire thing is in need of a makeover of some kind. In any case, look for throngs of newcomers to venture down that way once Queens Bully opens.

Queens Bully Gastropub BBQ Restaurant Opening Soon

Zagat's reports this will be opening in the former site of Baluchi's on Queens Blvd.
A big thanks to Bud for letting us know...

From Zagat's "47 Most Anticipated NYC Spring Restaurant Openings of 2017"

Queens

Queens Bully 

Projected opening: April

Rohan Aggarwal and Suraj Patel will open their debut restaurant, Queens Bully, in Forest Hills. Named after the iconic Queens Boulevard, the gastropub will focus on comfort food and barbecue inspired by the diverse cultures that exist throughout the borough. Items, like smoked jerk chicken and Corona pork tacos, will feature locally sourced vegetables and herbs grown on the premises. To drink, there will be local craft beers and wines as well as bourbon-, rye- and whiskey-centric cocktails.

113-30 Queens Blvd, Queens

Austin Public Lights up the Night

Some readers haven't fallen immediately in love with Austin Public's new electronic sign...

Austin Public Menu

Thanks to Sasha for sending these in. Click on the pics for a larger view.

Putting Lipstick on a Pig

That headline was contributed by a friend of mine....And it is kinda lipsticky isn't it?

And the photo below was contributed by a reader. Where would this blog be without all of you? It is indeed a community effort. Anyway, the soon-to-be Austin Public, former Flying Pig's makeover continues...

The Flying Pig, er Austin Public

They've begun the makeover...

Queens Beer Week

Participating in Queens Beer Week are: @FHStationHouse @AustinsAleHouse

When the Pig Flies

Just thought I'd put in a few words for another really good place here in Forest Hills, The Flying Pig. It's another place I tried early on, wasn't blown away by because I thought its menu was too limited, and then just went back and absolutely loved. Between the enormously expanded menu, the really good food - everything we had we really liked - and the upbeat Friday night vibe when we went, The Flying Pig just rocketed its way to become one of my favorite places in FoHi.

The soup and reuben sandwich are off of the special St. Patrick's Day menu The Flying Pig had this weekend. Both were excellent. The roast chicken is from their regular menu.

The Wall Street Journal Write-Up on Station House

Happy Hour: Forest Hills Station House
Queens Bar Offers Wide Selection of Craft Beers, Whiskeys and Decadent Food

Jazz Tuesdays

For the reader asking about "Jazz Thursdays" - I don't know anything about that, but I do know about Jazz Tuesdays...

By the way, speaking of The Flying Pig, I was able to confirm over the weekend that its head chef, Martin Forde, used to be the chef at my favorite local restaurant, Mood in Kew Gardens, which, unfortunately—and rather inexplicably— suddenly closed down a year or so ago much to my bitter disappointment. So I was absolutely thrilled to find out that he's now right here in Forest Hills! And guess what? Serving up the same amazing roasted chicken dish he did at Mood (pictured below) — I tried it on Saturday  — along with many other culinary delights at our new Pig.

A little more digging turned up, thanks to a story about The Flying Pig in DNAinfo.com, that Forde has also worked at The Russian Tea Room and other Manhattan restaurants.

Brunching at Banter

The fare from a recent Sunday brunch at Banter. Pictured below are a simple omelette and their Irish breakfast. I really enjoyed it, as with all the times I've been to this new place. I especially liked the service - exceedingly friendly.

Village Voice Station House Article Says it All...

Doesn't it really capture the essence of our 'hood? Great article!

Forest Hills Station House Now Serving Beer and Whiskey in Queens

"After all, if someone tells you their grandmother lives in Queens, odds are Forest Hills is where she's raising hell--and she's doing it all before 10 p.m."

Ok, so maybe it's a little dated now that we have music concerts here! 

And Yet More Station House Press

This time, from Star magazine's so-called Hot Sheet. Take it or leave it, but I'm just passing it along...

Where to Catch Live Music in Forest Hills

Along with The Flying Pig, here's some other venues to catch some live music in Forest Hills ( thanks to Anne-Marie for the info.! ):

Banter: Friday and Saturday nights, and Sunday early evening

Jack & Nellie's: Live jazz during weekend brunches

Know of other places with live music in Forest Hills? Write them in below or email them to me at edgeofthecity@gmail.com

Good Day NY Visits Forest Hills

Our three new gastropubs continue to get a huge amount of attention:

New York News | NYC Breaking News

Live Music This Weekend

The Funky Godmothers will be playing at The Flying Pig this Saturday night at 11 p.m.

Relaxing with a Brew

Savoring a brew (Purple Haze Raspberry Wheat from Louisiana's Abita Brewing), courtesy of Forest Hills' new gastropub Banter.

More National Press for Station House

This time, from Men's Fitness magazine:

Where To Drink: Forest Hills Station House

"With an impressive gastropub menu and an array of craft beers on tap, this new Queens, New York hotspot offers everything you could want in a hip local hangout."

Station House: "New York's Latest Must-Visit Establishment"

Whoa! Thanks to Kristen over at Queens Mamas for alerting me to this! And a big congrats to Station House!

From Radar Online:

Start Spreadin’ The News: The Station House Is New York’s Latest Must-Visit Establishment
New York’s the gold standard of bars and restaurants in the country, and The Station House in Forest Hills is the latest must-visit when in the area, with a unique atmosphere and variety of special whiskeys and beers that’s second-to-none.

Station House Pizza

Had a chance to visit one of my favorite new places in Forest Hills, Station House, again over the weekend. I tried their cheese pizza — fluffy dough, tangy sauce, really, really good. Another winner. So far I've had their chicken wings and pizza and a couple of beers and plan to keep working my way through the rest of their excellent menu. Oh, and the beer this time: a Milk Stout from Left Hand Brewing: