The Strand Smokehouse
(Now Closed)BBQ Joint and Beer Garden$$$$
Astoria, Astoria
The experts at Time Out New York and Village Voice recommend this place
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Clyde Erwin BarrettoAugust 19, 2014Nice spot if you just want a night in Astoria to drink with a big group of friends. I'm not into beer some of the cocktails are alright. The BBQ itself isn't so bad either.
The exotic ginger is great and for food the mac and cheese is a must with your BBQ!
Rachel CAugust 31, 2015FYI they sell meat by the pound, in case the pricing scares you. Great bargain if you share sides w friends!
Fun space. Good beers and BBQ and brown liquor. Live music several times a week.
Sean LlewellynMarch 11, 2015Great for Sunday brunch with huge portions and live music. I'm definitely coming back.
Brunch times service can be hit or miss; food is delicious. Recommend the steak and eggs.
The hash plate is amazing, and so is their beer selection.
- The Mac and cheese is a must, great atmosphere and corn bread!
Rosemary R.January 21, 2013Great for whisky drinks - try the Lower Manhattan! Food smells great but too dry! Needs extra BBQ sauce to give it flavor!
Awesome beer lost, lots of whiskey cocktails and delicious brisket...still no brisket!- Beer garden style. Soft opening now. BBQ runs out if you come too late. Looks like they also do weekend brunch.
- SaritDecember 1, 2012Dinner starts at 6. Come early and grab a whiskey from one of the 10 oak barrels while they cook up delicious smoked meats.
Carlos DetresApril 14, 2013This is probably my favorite bar in Astoria. No -- hands down my favorite bar in Astoria.
Dave StewartFebruary 2, 2013Get your daily dose of new Americana. Craft beers, bourbon, BBQ and some bluegrass or zydeco.
Ryan EickJanuary 10, 2016Great spot for beer, whiskey and live music, and the food isn't half bad either!
Rory ParnessNovember 11, 2017Get your drinks first to avoid your food getting cold. BBQ is best served hot!
Caroline SeliaJuly 4, 2014Pretty awesome place -- EXCEPT during major holiday or event, then it's terrible & no place to sit or drink. And people will just take over a spot and NEVER leave. Not cool.
Melanie LahtiJuly 7, 2013Service is VERY slow at brunch. The hosts were pleasant and seated us promptly, but our server was largely absent throughout the meal. Great brioche toast, though.
Amy LeggeJanuary 25, 2015Live music on Saturday night -- In my experience, they start around 9ish and go until 1030ish
Not sure how anyone can complain about portions when you order by the lb. Brunch is excellent; cheap and left very full.
Diana LabrecqueMay 19, 2013Great bloody marys! Fav dish is the 'sunnyside up'. Awesome wait staff and live music!
misskittyinnycJuly 1, 2013Wow with the pulled pork. So yummy and crusty and moist. That was some serious swine!
Tome CJanuary 5, 2013The pulled pork is excellent, also don't miss the mac & cheese (Cheese & shells)
Tabitha JohnsonAugust 10, 2016It's fine. Brisket was by far the best meat option. The kale salad was flavorless with the lemon vinaigrette.
Tiffany WMay 25, 2014$4 (brunch price) for Original Sin hard cider on tap. I need more of this in my life. =P
Great place. But $20 for a 2oz pour of Hudson Baby bourbon--? cheaper in manhattan. Beware.
Patrick ButlerMarch 25, 2013Drinks/beer are small portions at fat prices. A draft beer served in a preserve jar is 7 bucks!! C'mon!!!! Meay t/food was descent but I like to eat off a plate not a paper lined tray.
Interesting, refreshing cocktails. Big space & pretty outdoor space
There's no reason why a growler of beer should be $21. It's American beer. Bought 1lb of pork, 2 sides and they didn't even offer me the FREE bread. Had to show them the paper that said FREE bread...
Excellent bbq but beware as sometimes they run out of certain cuts.
Turn down for what? Turn up the heat! Came here on a frigid night to an even more frigid bar. Cold brews + cold air = no fun at The Strand.
Jack NicolausFebruary 7, 2013Amazing beer selection. Food is less than enchanting, especially for the price.
Ryan GallagherOctober 15, 2017Maybe it was an off day. most of the food was bland. Cornbread extremely dry; baked beans was basically beans in water; pulled pork needed more seasoning. There are better bbq options around
The food is awesome and it's always a good time! Enjoy- Once again here at the Brazilian Thursday with my exotic ginger!
Julian TamayoJanuary 27, 2013That "Shelter From the Storm" cocktail is warm and legit! Perfect for s cold cold night.
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Located in the southern back country of Astoria, Queens, The Strand Smokehouse is a Meat Lovin', Beer Drinkin', Whiskey Shootin' paradise. All of our meat is smoked to perfection (We promise, a guy from Texas told us) and our Bartenders sling only the most refreshing cocktails and local beers (wi...
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 4:00 PM–Midnight
- Fri
- 4:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- Noon–4:00 AM
- Sun
- Noon–2:00 AM
(718) 440-3231
View menu on http://thestrandsmokehouse.com/#!menu-1/c1275
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
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Dinner, Happy Hour
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Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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